John Mitchels GAA Club News

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

Senior Men

Our senior men faced Ballydonoghue away on Saturday evening at 7pm. Ballydonoghue got the score board going 1.28mins in from play followed a minute later with Mitchels first score coming from James Duggan with a free.

There was a couple of wide’s from play on both sides, but Mitchels scored some fabulous points from play by Cian Holden and James Duggan.

Defense held strong as it took Ballydonoghue to score again 10 mins in with a free. Both teams receiving a yellow card in the first half but there was only one point in it by the half time whistle. Mitchels were outscored at the start of the second half with 3 points and a goal within the first 10 mins.

Mitchels spent the next 10 minutes chasing the game but got back scoring again in the 20th minute of the second half with another excellent score from James Duggan. Unfortunately, due to too many wide Mitchels had run out of time but put up a great battle.

Final Score John Mitchels 0-11 Ballydonoghue 1-12

Senior Men Development League.
Seniors are away to Kenmare on Saturday 6th of May a 7pm

Senior Ladies
Donal Curtin Cup Round 3.

John Mitchells travelled to Abbeydorney last Sunday to play their third-round game in the Donal Curtin Cup. On a beautiful sunny morning the home side started in blitzkrieg fashion with a couple of early goals and a few points.

Points from Lily Parker and Aoife O Brien helped John Mitchells to steady the ship and with Sarah Kilgallen and Simi Ogubesa getting on top in midfield they reduced the leeway with further points from Ava Buckley and another from Lily Parker.

Abbeydorney added a few more scores but great work by goalkeeper Emma Lynch and Emma Carmody and Julie Foley in the full back line helped to relieve the pressure.

John Mitchells playing into a stiffish breeze in the second made a few changes and the introduction of Tanya O Connor seemed to organize the side whose half back line of Lucy O Donoghue, Shannon Martin and Clara O Dowd began to push the Abbeydorney side on the defensive.

Aoife O’ Brien added 2 quickfire points as did Ava Buckley and Emelia Brusnik was then fouled following a great solo run to allow the accurate Diana O’Keeffe to reduce the arrears still further with a pointed free.

Mitchels kept on the offensive and were again rewarded when Diana O’Keefe was fouled, and Lily Parker scored a point from the resulting free. Abbeydorney kicked a few late scores to run out worthy winners in the end.

Plenty positives to be taken from the game from the John Mitchells point of view and we will now move on to round 4 of the competition where we look forward to a trip away to Southern Gaels in a fortnight’s time.

Training continues on Thursday night at 7.15, can as many players as possible attend training and as always new members are always welcome.

Under 6 and 7 boys and girls

The Smallies had a break from training this weekend so everyone could enjoy the long weekend. Training continues again next Sunday 07th May.
New players always welcome.

Under 8 and 10 Girls

Our u8 & u10 girls had a well-deserved break this weekend as they have been training hard the last few weeks. Training commences again on Sunday May 7th from 10.30am-11.30am.
New players always welcome.

Under 12 Girls
Our U12 Girls had their first home game of the season at 7pm on Tuesday evening . We welcomed Dingle to the club for Rd 2 of the North Kerry League lead by Captain of the match Mia.
Well done to our goal keepers on the night who were well supported by our backs who were under pressure from Dingle early on.

Our forwards & mid field played a vital role and the huge effort put in by all 19 players who secured victory . Coaches are extremely proud of the girls.

Training continued on Thursday & Sunday in preparation for our trip to Beale next Tuesday night at 7pm for Rd 3 of the North Kerry League.
Training every Sunday 12-1 & Thursday 7-8 pm, newcomers always welcomed .

Under 14 Girls
John Mitchels u14 girls put in plenty of effort in training this week, with the next round of games coming up next weekend.

In order to keep the girls up to speed after being without a game for a number of weeks, Austin Stacks agreed to a challenge match against the Green team. This turned out.

The Gold team are in action on Monday night against Inbhear Sceine Gaels at home, with the Green team in action next Friday, again at home, against Dr Crokes.

Under 16 girls
The girls had a relaxed week with two training sessions Monday & Friday evenings . Friday’s session we worked on team bonding exercises. Training next week Tuesday 7-8 & Friday 7-8 newcomers welcome.

Under 9 Boys
John Mitchels U9 Boys enjoyed a well-earned break from training this weekend. Training resumes for our U9 Boys this Wednesday May 3rd parents will be notified via text during the week so until then make sure everyone keeps practicing.

Under 11 boys
This week our U11 boys were away to Laune Rangers. The game was played in great spirit by both sides and produced some of best football of the year. Both sides had their purple patches but when we put our minds to moving the ball fast, we got plenty of scores. Thanks to Laune Rangers for hosting us and next week will be last game in Phase One of the County Leauge at home to Rathmore.

Under 13 Boys

The U13 Gold team fell to a strong Stacks team, this was our first defeat in the Championship for the boys, Stacks took an early lead with some excellent shooting, but their defense was well on top also and kept us scoreless for most of the first half. We rallied well in the second half and got close, but Stacks pulled away at the death. Final score of 3:07 to 3:14 in Stacks favor.

The U13 Green team were a pleasure to watch as the shackles came off, some excellent points were taken and two superb goals early on by Liam Corkery which saw us leading by 6 at the half.

Stacks came out strong in the second half and got within 3 points, but the lads turned it on again late on and pulled away with Ronan, Eddie, Calvin and co tapping over scores. Final score line of 3:14 to 2:07 in Mitchels favor.

Under 15 Boys

On Wednesday evening last we made the short trip to Killeen to face a strong Na Gaeil side in what proved to be a very tough test for us.

Having already qualified for the semifinal the result was irrelevant, which ment everyone got a run out on the night. School football, and other commitments gave everyone valuable minutes on the field losing out on a final score of Na Gaeil 3-11 John Mitchels 0-08pts.

We will continue to train next week evenings and times to be confirmed. Parents will be notified through whatts app. With the Feile qualifier fast approaching we will need everyone at training. We would like to wish Calvin O’Sullivan a speedy recovery from a recent injury he picked up with the u13s it will give him a very well-earned rest and hopefully come back stronger.

Minors
Our minors play Na Gael tomorrow evening 7pm in the first game of the Central League away

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 16th April 2023. This week’s Lotto numbers are 8, 11, 18 & 27 .The numbers today were drawn by George Lowe and Mark Noonan. There was no winner of the Jackpot of €3,450.00. Congratulations to our four lucky dip winners this week:
€25.00: Grace Falvey
€25.00: Ross O Sullivan
€25.00: Joan O Sullivan
€25.00: Anthony Cliffird

Next week’s Jackpot is €3,500.00 and the draw will take place on Facebook Live on Sunday 07th 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:

John O’Mahoney
The Spá, Tralee, Kerry / Blackrock, Dublin
Noel Keane
Cloughduv, Cork / Tralee, Kerry
Margaret (Pearl) Fitzgerald (née Joy)
Leith West, Tralee, Kerry / Dingle, Kerry
Maurice Roche
Blennerville, Tralee, Kerry

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GAA CLUBS

Ballymacelligott GAA Club News

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

Main Field
Our Main Field has been reopened for games and academy. Many thanks to our field Committee for doing their best to get it back open, please continue to train on training field.

Fixtures
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 5.

Dr Crokes: 0-14
Ballymacelligott 3-09

Seven minutes into the first half Ballymacelligott were leading by 1-1. Crokes drew level ten minutes into the second half. The Ballymac lads did not falter. Dr. Crokes never took the lead. Ballymac went on to win the game by four points despite the pressure from The Killarney side.

It was a fab day for football on Sunday afternoon in Lewis Road. The Pitch was perfect and there was a nice crowd despite the rally of the lakes and the resulting traffic jams.

Within seven minutes of the throw in Ballymac were in the lead by two points. Vinnie Horan got Ballymac’s second point, won the kick out, and played the ball to Donal Daly who found the back of the net.

Billy Courtney scored two points from frees for the home side. Three points followed from Ballymac. One from play by Niall Collins. A free from Vinnie Horan following a foul on Adam Sheehy.

Dr. Crokes were heading for goal when Aidan Breen intercepted, passed the ball to Adam Sheehy who was again fouled and Aidan Breen made no mistake when he took the free and put the ball over the bar. With fifteen minutes gone, Ballymac were in the lead 1-05 to 0-2.

Two points from play from Brian Looney and Mikey Casey and a free taken by Billy Courtney reduced the visitors’ lead. In the twenty-fourth minute.

Things looked bleak for Ballymac when Dylan Dunne, who was having a superb game, was injured and had to be taken off.

A great turnover by Ballymac led to a point from Donal Daly, three more from Crokes followed. Aidan Breen scored a point from a free just before half-time. Half Time score: Dr. Crokes 0-8 Ballymac 1-07

A point each for both teams, followed by two points from play from Dr Crokes courtesy of Billy Courtney and Harry Potts brought the teams level going into the last quarter.

A great catch at centre field by Ballymac led to a great pass to Niall Collins from Vinnie Horan and Collins made no mistake and rattled the back of the net. Crokes were not perturbed and forged on up the field and a great save by Ballymac keeper Christy Leen stopped them from going into the lead.

Adam Sheehy had to go off injured and his replacement Adam Joy got a point with his first kick of the game from a ball from Eoin Creedon who had caught a ball intended for the opposition. A red card for Dr. Crokes meant they had 14 men for the last three minutes and five minutes of added time.

Crokes scored a point and the kick out was caught by Daire Keane who played a lovely ball to Vinnie Horan, who saw a clear path in front of him and scored a goal.

Another point from a free from Crokes just before the final whistle left the full-time score Dr Crokes 0-14 to Ballymacelligott 3-09.

This was a great team effort by the Ballymac lads with veterans Vinnie Horan, Aidan Breen, and Michéal Reidy leading the way with spirit and never say die attitude especially when it counted.

Brave and unselfish players like Adam Sheehy, Darragh Sweeney, Dan Shea, and Diarmuid Galvin, running off the ball and opening spaces for their teammates made a big difference to the overall team effort.

Well done to the team and management. Our deepest sympathies to our loyal physio Mark Thompson and his wife Aileen on the death of Aileen’s dad Maurice Roche. May he RIP.

We wish a speedy recovery to our players injured today: Dylan Dunne, Adam Sheehy, and Diarmuid Galvin.

Scorers: Niall Collins (1-1,) Vinnie Horan (1-4,) Aidan Breen (0-2) Donal Daly (1-1,) Adam Joy (0-1)

Development League Division 2

Our Development team are playing Spa B in round 3 of Development League on Saturday 6th May @ 7pm at home in Ballymac.

Please come out and support the team and management

Senior Ladies
Donal Curtin Cup
Our Senior Ladies are due to play Desmonds next Monday at home in Ballymac at 7pm

Minor Boys
Gold Team

Ballymacelligott v Dromid Pearses– Minor Central Region Div 5

Ballymacelligott 4-11

Dromid Pearses 2-07

Our Minor Gold team played their first game in the Central Region Division 5 away to Dromid Pearses on Monday 24th April.

The first half of this game was an even affair with noting really between the teams and when the first half was played out the scores were tied at 1-04 a piece at the short whistle. The Ballymac goal coming in the 25th minute by Luke Griffin.

Ballymac really kicked into to gear after the break and put in a great team performance to score 3-07 in the second half.

The killer burst coming in a three-minute period between 48th and 51st minute with a goal from Ciarán O’Connell and a further two goals coming from Luke Griffin to complete his hat-trick.

From here Ballymac closed out the game in comfortable fashion to win by 10 points. In what was great scoring, it must be noted that Ballymac scored 4-10 from play out of the 4-11 scored in total.

Great credit must go to the lads who put the disappointment of the county league final defeat behind them from the previous week and got back to winning ways with an outstanding second half showing. The Gold team now have weeks break as they have a bye week.

Scores on the night,

Luke Griffin (3-00) Ciaran O’Connell (1-01)

Máirtín Mc Kivergan (0-04), Jack Joy (0-02) Michael Savage (0-01) Michael Quirke (0-01)

Jamie Burke (0-01)

Minor Boys

Blue Team

The boys are travelling down to An Gaeltacht on Bank Holiday Monday

They will play Glenbeigh at home on Friday evening at 6.30 pm

Minor Ladies

Our Minor ladies are playing Dr Crokes on Monday 1st May at 7.30pm at home in Ballymac in Division 1 of the County League

County Ladies

Congratulations to our County Ladies who had a win over Waterford on Sunday

U16 Girls
Our next game sees us welcome Laune Rangers on Wednesday evening in County League

U15 Boys

On Friday last our u15 blue team played Firies at home in Ballymac in our third game in the county league div 1b . It was a strong performance in the first half with all our boys combining well together Ballymac were leading at halftime. The second half of the game seemed to sway Firies way getting some great scores bring them back into the game. Firies scored two goals in the second half which was the deciding factor of the game. Final score 1-9 to 3-9 in favour of Firies

Upcoming fixtures

Monday 1st May – U15 Gold team vs Na Gaeil at home in Ballymac at 6pm

U14 Girls:

Our under 14 girls will play Beaufort on Thursday at 7.45pm away, best of luck to team and management

U13 Boys

Our boys are continuing their training for the next competition

U12 Girls
Our u12 ladies played their 2nd game of the North Kerry League on Monday evening last in glorious sunshine in glorious Ballymac! Playing with the wind, our forwards moved well and kicked some good points. Our midfield were doing very well as were our backs and goalie.

Half time score was Ballymac 1-6 KOR 1-4

2nd half

Playing against the wind was going to be a real test of character, fitness and ability. And we passed all 3 tests with flying colours. Each and every player contributed to a fantastic team performance, and can feel proud of their contribution.

Captains for the night were Holly ONeill and Hannah O’Rahilly. Credit to the girls on our team who had played a soccer blitz earlier in the day, and still managed to play the game after. 1 of these players even managed to squeeze in a music lesson before the game too!!

A talented and committed bunch! Final result: Ballymac by 3 points!!

Next up is away to Knock/Brosna next Tues night.

Team 1. Emma Lynch 2. Rachel Kelliher 3. Michaela Murphy 4. Aisling Okeeffe 5. Hannah O’Rahilly 6. Eva Burke 7. Holly ONeill 8. Maeve Oconnell 9. Aedin Healy 10. Amy Roche 11. Katie Lenihan 12. Natalie Turner 13. Rachel Prendergast 14. Aisling McMahon 15. Saoirse Brosnan 16. Aobha Bolger 17. Doireann Broderick 18. Leah Murphy 19. Amy Silles 20. Una Casey

Fixtures for this week are as follows:

Monday 24th April – Ballymac vs Kerins O’Rahillys at home in Ballymac at 6pm

Coiste na nÓg

U11 Boys

Many thanks to Arthur Fitzgerald who took U11 boys through a Kerry training session this morning at training. Both players and coaches got so much from it. Kerry football is in safe hands! Ballymac Abú!

U11 boys play Gneeveguilla this coming Thursday 4th May in Ballymac main pitch throw in @ 6.30 pm

U9 Boys
U9 boys played Na Gaeil in their 2nd round of Go Games. 17 boys in total lined out, all getting equal playing time. Great displays of passing and tackling shown by all. Thanks to Na Gaeil for a great evening.

Academy 
This Sunday we had a great turnout at Academy in our main pitch

Huge thanks to all the coaches for their time and commitment each Sunday morning.

The club really appreciates it.

Our under 7 girls’ group are seeking some female volunteers to help out head coach Tj Casey with the girls. Two would be ideal in rotation. Please let TJ know on Sunday if you can help out.

Scor na bPaisti

Scor na bPaisti within the county came to a conclusion in Glenbeigh Glencar GAA sports complex on Saturday afternoon. Nine district boards were involved. Ballymacelligott Gaa competitors held their own in both the Rince and Solo Instrumental categories. These very young, talented participants were delighted to receive medals when the results were given. Many thanks to all the parents for supporting the training over the Winter months.

Thanks, must also go to members of our club who responded too all our queries with such efficiency, Maureen, Joanne and Aishlinn. To all the local outlets who advertised the cultural/heritage side of the Gaa for us, including the four schools in our parish, O’Riadas Bar and the halfway Shop, thank you.

Thanks also has to be given to Josephine Fearns herself, the energy and life she brings to Scor is amazing and we are very lucky to have her as our Scor Officer

Health & Wellbeing announcement

Good luck to all participating families in the clean-up Ballymacelligott effort. Gentle reminder that bags and pickers are to be returned no later than Monday 1st May evening at 6pm. A box labelled pickers will be inside the wall as directed in collection. Bags to be dropped at bin beside new gym. Please ensure to take pictures and share on social media and tag Ballymacelligott GAA and healthy clubs. Thanks to all.

Gentle reminder for final registration this week for Darkness into Light walk hosted locally in Castleisland on Saturday 6th May 2023. Check out the Darkness into Light website for further info.

https://www.darknessintolight.ie/about/the-details

Mothers and Others will commence on TUESDAY 2ND MAY at 6.15pm -7.30pm at our training pitch. New faces always welcome! Come along and try out some basic football skills. No experience necessary. Over 25’s

Sympathy

Ballymac Gaa would like to offer our deepest sympathy to our club physio Mark Thompson and his wife Aileen and family on the death of Aileen’s father Maurice Roche. May he RIP.

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.

On Monday 24th of April, Oonagh O’Rahilly and Angela Lenihan conducted the lotto draw online.

The Numbers drawn were: 10, 11, 12, 22

There was no winner of this week’s Jackpot of €2,400

Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:

€30.00- Maurice O’Connell (Quick Pick)

€20.00 – Des Martin, (Annual Ticket)

€20.00- Patricia O’Donnell (Annual Ticket)

Next week’s Jackpot is €2,500 and the draw will take place on Bank Holiday Monday 1st May at The Halfway Bar.

Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp.

Tickets can be purchased by clicking here https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchor

or from our regular sellers Paula Silles, Gene O’Keeffe, Maureen O’Shea. Quick Pick envelopes are available from O’Riadas Bar and The Half Way Shop.

The closing time for entries will be 4 pm on Mondays to facilitate the draw.

GAA CLUBS

St Pats GAA Club News

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

Registration 2023

As the registration deadline has now passed it is vital that outstanding membership fees are paid this week for all players from Senior to U5 level.
Failure to have a valid membership for 2023 may preclude players of all ages from taking part in games and/or training sessions and/or use of club facilities.
Membership is also due for club officials and coaches of any age group.

In order to qualify for cover by the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund a player must have a fully paid playing membership on Foireann prior to the injury occurring. The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Any player, parent or coach having difficulty completing the membership process is asked to contact the Club Registrar Fiacc Murphy on 087 6437848

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

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.

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.

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.

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, https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ie%2Fe%2Fdingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0RTDHHQLJ2koZNEK29M-IXjX0Q1cgpG56b5eZUJzYUfqaKtNGueG-zvn0&h=AT2QvtdecH-KatfQEcbbhfi7m8vjhFIPsvwOOfhk-XoreriF9lbzUjOuHRNG41DYpzEDJCVXh5vUwPtt7u038TAAOgQ1OO7LuDtaJyBmKNcvqoOINYbT2LuvXPjqG37OQI6F&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT3d7R0_Usf311VsgvKhV4-GEGW0kVXwg4CmqfhqUnmUicVbKElBDGUKwiFH2d2Rp-5kY2yl55Hf9Tx1Kgyj1x6Oxra8IHZleLnSWH4x_Go1kT35mE3WrwO-dj4vsQ3wUDbCR6PVfhSmai1PMsyo9_Z2Sot56_xvfxGRjwwlsLZcoD-TQNbsbJCHFJIeZgQzPy4qccoZezdTfw

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €6400 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 12, 18, 28 & 29. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Ciara & PJ Higgins Lohercannon
Kevin Madden Cnoc Gorm
Billy Hobbert O’Rahillys Villas
Tom Landers Gortalea
John Breen Hunter’s Wood
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €6500 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 07/04/2023 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.

Darkness into Light Walk

Darkness into Light walk will take place at Curraheen Lar at 5AM on Saturday morning 6th May in aid of Pieta House. T-Shirts supplied enquiries to 0863052710.

Cúl Camps

St Pats GAA Cúl Camp registration is now open. Please don’t delay in booking as places are filling up fast. You can register at the below link; this year’s camp is from Monday 10th July to Friday 14th July.

https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/?fbclid=IwAR2jg66wBnYMSKQk0I05hf6rJJt1Yrf96X7aDOSGknRXufQTr8N6QI8CvfU

Under 5 boys and girls had a fun energetic session on the astro turf on a beautiful morning. They worked on agility, balance & coordination through evasion & weight bearing fun exercises all to develop their movement patterns. Ball skills are coming on well with some great kicking on display.

Keep practicing with a soft ball / balloon at home to get the timing of the kick. Thanks to our older player mentors Grace, Ailbhe, Thomas & Hugh for helping out with the session & leading by example! Welcome to any new families who have recently joined us. More are always welcome! Very well done to our enthusiastic player of the week duo Jack & Robyn! Gooo St Pats!!

We had good numbers on Sunday last being back in the field. Excellent fun and skills worked on. Looking forward to next Sunday again and we might have a few go games kicking off shortly. Well done to Player of The Week to Cathal Scanlon.

U8 Girls

Well done to our U8 girls on a fast, fun session on Sunday Morning and to our newly joined Gaelic4Girls players who really added to the team. Congratulations also to Olivia our POTW for great teamwork and leading by example! Keep up the practice everyone.

A great week for our U9’s, firstly we travelled west to An Gaeltacht Tuesday evening in big no’s to play in our first Go Game of the year. We played 3 fantastic games of football against our hosts. Sunday morning all the lads were back in training and had a great session working on their skills and in particular the pick-up! Well done to Darragh Moriarty who was this week’s Player of the Week.

U10 Girls

Great effort by everyone at Sunday morning’s training session, really enjoyable for all. Sophie Mulgrew was our deserving winner of player of the week, she has recently joined the team from our Gaelic4girls initiative and is a great asset to the Girls.

A few more weeks of training and we will be ready for our 1st game.

U11

The boys travelled to Ballyduff last Thursday and played through some miserable conditions to put in a gritty performance. Both games had different challenges but everyone put in an excellent effort. Sunday’s training had much better weather and gave us a great opportunity to work on our skills. The training match was a great contest and our new player Sean made an immediate impact with his effective marking and effort.

Our next game is away to Listry on Thursday.

We train again on Sunday at 12pm in Blennerville and remember to keep practicing skills at home.

U12 Girls

The girls were away to Na Gaeil on Thursday evening last .Well done to everyone on another great performance and coming away with a well-deserved win. It was great to see all our new and younger players playing superbly and all our forwards getting their names on the team sheet. We will train Tuesday from 6 to 7. Game at home on Thursday against Finuge/ St. Senan’s at 7.15.

U14 Girls

Training continues this week for the Girls, Tuesday evening.

U15

Congratulations to our u15 team who had a great win at home to Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist on Wednesday last. St Pats had strong performances from Jack Costello at the back, Michael Enright at midfield and Darragh Murphy and Jack Flahive up front.

Conor Sheehan and Jack Cashman made a great impact off the bench and Jamie Bowler was an unused sub but has been scoring heavy for the B team who had a big win vs Kenmare on Friday 21st, where Rodhan Culloo was also outstanding.

We wish Gary Scollard a quick return from injury.

U17

Our U17’s St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys began their U17 Central Region Campaign against Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist/Castlegregory on last Monday night, they came away with a great win for their first match.

Their Second game is away to Dromid/Waterville in Dromid at 3pm on Monday 1st of May.

Seniors

Our seniors played their Round 5 County League game last Sunday at home. This game was a much needed win after getting caught by small margins in the last few matches. With scoring coming fast from both sides from very early.

Luke Mulligan got the first score of the game with a point, Dr. Crokes B got a point from a free. Fergal O Brien got a quick scored goal on Dr. Crokes B goalie. Dr Crokes B players each got their own point, with a pass from Patrick Dowling, Fergal O Brien added another point to St Pats score.

The opposition got a point and quick goal which allowed Dr Crokes B to go ahead. St Pat’s next three scores came from Brian Murphy, Fergal O Brien and Patrick Dowling with a point each. These were St Pats last score of the game, more scores from opposition players getting a point each which ended the first half St Pats 1-05 Dr Crokes B 1-06

Dr Crokes B opened the first half with a point, three scores from Luke Mulligan, David O Callaghan and Fergal O Brien which were points.

With a free for Dr. Crokes B put over the bar which drew the game. Kieran Hurley got his point from a beautiful kick while under pressure, Dr Crokes B put their own point on the board soon after.

With an assist from Gary Savage, Patrick Dowling of St Pats kicked the ball over the bar to add to the scoreboard. A free from Fergal O Brien converting the kick into a point, opposition put another mark on the match with a point.

St Pats were next to score with three point’s unanswered two points from Fergal O Brien and one from Eoin O Carroll. One last point added to Dr Crokes B score the final whistle blew with the scoreboard reading St Pats 1-14 Dr Crokes B 1-11

St Pats Team: Paudie Bailey, Joe O Connor, Niall McCarthy, Conor Moore, Eoin O Carroll, Cillian O Riordan, Luke Mulligan, Liam Poff, Patrick Dowling, Eoin Greaney, David O Callaghan, Liam O Sullivan, Fergal O Brien, Brendan Poff and Brian Murphy

Subs Used: Conor Enright for Eoin O Carroll, Gary Savage for Liam Poff and Kieran Hurley for Eoin Greaney.

Senior B’s

Our senior B’s are playing their Round 3 of the Development League at home against Ballydonoghue B at 7pm on Saturday 6th of May. Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Birthday Wishes

To Mary Fitzgerald Camp who recently celebrated a significant birthday.

Congratulations

To the students of Blennerville who are making their first Holy Communion on Saturday 6th of May at 1pm in St John’s Church.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Maurice Roche Blennerville & Moyderwell, Michael Slattery Ballyduff and Tom Fitzgerald Camp.

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Kerins O’Rahillys GAA Club News

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

Seniors:

Kilcummin were the visitors to Strand Road on Sat evening for round 5 of the county league.

A game of two halves it certainly was not but in an extraordinary last quarter, the visitors managed to fashion a win which for the most part seemed highly unlikely.

We started with Shane Brosnan at full back in place of the injured Ross O’Callaghan and had built up a seven point lead, 1-04 to nil after 17 mins with Darragh O’Connor netting – from here to the half time whistle, we tacked on another two points with Kilcummin adding 3, to leave the half time score 1-06 to 0-04.

The second half saw Kilcummin add two quick points but once again, thanks to the dominance of David and Diarmuid around the middle we pulled away to add 6 unanswered points with the score now at 1-12 to 0-06 in the 45th minute.

We were not to score again and with Kilcummin threatening at every opportunity we conceded 2-05 to finish two points in arrears and the league points lost.

We have a break now until the weekend of 14th May when we travel to Rathmore to take on the locals – for fixture details please keep an eye on website/social media.

Our next game in Div 6A will take place on Sunday next, 7th May when we travel to Tuosist where the game will throw in @ 2 pm – again, keep an eye on social media as this is subject to confirmation due to Kerry’s clash with Clare.

Munster Football Final

Kerry v Clare

Sunday 7th May @ 4pm in Gaelic Grounds, Limerick

The Munster Football Final tickets are now on sale. Tickets are unreserved seating Stand Specific. i.e Mackey Stand unreserved and North Stand unreserved.

Wheelchair users can purchase a Mackey Stand ticket and this will suffice for both Wheelchair user and attendant to gain entry to the stadium.

Price Details as follows:

Adult Stand: €35

Student/OAP Stand: €25

Adult Terrace: €25

Student/OAP Terrace: €15

Juveniles all areas: €5

All Tickets must be purchased in advance via participating Centra and Supervalu outlets or online via link below.

There will be no ticket sales at the venue.

https://munster.gaa.ie/fixtures/munster-gaa-tickets

U20s:

Kerry will play Sligo on Sat evening next 6th May at Pearse Stadium , Salthill in the semi final of the All Ireland football championship – throw in is at 16.45

As usual, tickets must be purchased in advance via usual outlets, SuperValu/Centra or online via ticketmaster.ie – there will be no tickets on sale at the venue.

We wish Kerry and Maurice Horan ( coach) the very best on Saturday.

Juveniles:

Another fun filled morning was had by all in Ballyrickard. The laughter and enjoyment could be heard echoing throughout the pitches and further afield, it’s fair to say they could be heard for miles around.

We are delighted with the huge numbers in attendance in each age group and it’s lovely to see so many children enjoying the sport we all love so much. Training will continue every Sunday morning in Pat Healy Park Ballyrickard.

Huge thank you to our main Sponsor Ballyseedy Home and Garden Centre for their continued support. Please ensure you have paid your membership through clubzap, if you are having any difficulty please contact us.

We will be using clubzap for all communication regarding your child’s group so please make sure you keep an eye on it. New members are always welcome to join our Club and be part of the Kerins O’Rahilly family.

U5 Boys

The enthusiasm and concentration from this bunch of boys is amazing. Every week they bring huge energy to training and listen carefully to their coaches. Keep up the good work boys and Don’t forget to practice as much as you can during the week. We’ll see you all next week.

U6 Girls:

We had a great training session Sunday morning with the U6 girls. We had two new girls Aisha and Eabha. A very warm welcome to both girls to the team. We did loads of running and running holding the ball. We’re going to practice throwing the ball against a wall and catching it at home during the week and we will see you all again next week.

U7 Boys:

Another great session in Healy Park Ballyrickard on Sunday. We welcomed a few newcomers, Melvin & Abraham, who are both very welcome to the team. The boys thoroughly enjoyed the session where we worked on our basic skills, had some fun, mobility games and finished with mini 5 a sides. The boys were encouraged to get out and practice during the week to help them improve even more.

U8 Girls:

The girls were full of energy and fun. We practised our handpassing playing a new game called Beat the Ball which the girls really enjoyed. There was a huge improvement in the girls skills and focus when it came to the game. Today saw very few girls standing still with everyone getting stuck in and looking to play! Overall a very enjoyable session for both coach and girls.

U9 Boys:

Fantastic effort from the U9 boys at this week’s training session! We focused on passing skills and played lots of games. We’re delighted to welcome new member Ryan to the team! All boys are encouraged to practice kicking with both legs this week. The next Go-Game will be Tuesday 9th May at 6:15pm in Na Gaeil. See you all for training next week.

U10 Girls:

Another great session was had by all. We did a warm up that included improving our skills and working with the ladders and hurdles. We played a couple of fun games. We also did some drills that worked on both attacking and defending and finished off with a 10 a side football match which was very competitive.

U11 Boys

Our U11 Boys had two fantastic games against listowel last Thursday evening in Listowel. Fantastic football played by both teams was a joy to watch. Well done to all. The boys also enjoyed their training on Sunday morning in preparation for their next game against Kilcummin on Thursday 4th May at 6.30 pm in Ballyrickard.

U13 Boys:

Our U13 boys were delighted to welcome SAM to their training session last Friday evening.

The U13 B team played Cordal on Sunday evening, This being their only team in the County League Cordal won on a score of 5-14 to 0-4. The boys showed great teamwork and fight and never gave up but we simply couldn’t contend with their 8 or 9 powerful players. Boys we are very proud of each and everyone of you

Minors:

Kerins O’Rahillys/St. Pats minors had a very emphatic win over a spirited Sneem Derrynane Templenoe Tousist combination in the first round of the central league.

The experience of playing in Division 2 of the county league was clearly of huge benefit to our lads as the speed of thought, ball and man left our opponents at 6s and 7s.

We will have sterner tests ahead of us and will need to maintain these high standards for ourselves if we are to achieve similar impressive results. Next round is a tough trip away to Dromid Waterville.

Juvenile Fixtures for week beginning 1st May:

U17 Central Region Div 5 KOR/St.Pats V Dromid/Waterville Monday 1st May at 3pm in Dromid

U11 Go Games KOR A&B V Kilcummin A&B

Thursday 4th May at 6.30 pm In Ballyrickard

A bumper week of football ahead for our Narriettes!

Crossing our fingers and toes for a break from the continuous rain has definitely helped as pitches throughout the county have dried out and hardened up.

We have Féile to look forward to on bank holiday Monday for our U15s. On Tuesday our U12s have their first home game while our minors make their way to Knockanure for their first match of the division 3 Co. League.

Then on Wednesday the U16s are away to Beale while on Saturday our U14s are away to Killarney Legion in the NCP Co. League. Our senior ladies have a back game to play v Currow and are away to Fossa the following week.

Training will continue also during the week as usual.

We can’t keep up and it’s a great complaint ! It’s wonderful to see a hive of activity on all pitches everywhere.

Best of luck to everyone and remember to come out and show your support!

U12 GIRLS

The U12 girls from Strand Road and Ballymac served up a cracking match last Monday evening in round 2 of the North Kerry League. There was a terrific turnout for the fixture with everyone getting game time.

A great game was evenly contested by both sides.

There was a huge effort put in by each player…we were pipped at the post by a late goal . We are starting to see real improvement and progress in everyone.All of the hard work put in by each of you at training is beginning to come through on the pitch. Keep it going girls, we are so proud of you!

Congrats to Ballymac!

Ballymacelligott 2-06

Kerins O’ Rahillys 1-06

U14 GIRLS

Terrific training sessions again during the week.. plenty of hard work put in by all during training. There’s great spirit, character and determination in this team which is standing to the players as they are producing impressive displays of football at each game .

We are away to Legion in Rd. 5 and also have a back game to play v Na Gaeil. More details to follow once confirmed.

A warm welcome to Sorcha, great to see you back. We hope that you’ll enjoy playing and make many great friends along the way.

Well done to Lily ,Aoife and Allie who were in action for the Kerry Ladies against Cork last Saturday afternoon in Mallow, not to be on the day for the U14 Kerry Ladies in the Munster LGFA B final but wonderful times and camaraderie over the past few months.

FÉILE

Best of luck to the U15 girls and management as they make the short journey to Ballyrickard to partake in Féile Peil Na nÓG on Monday. There are three Féile divisions this year for Kerry. Best of luck to everyone!

U16 GIRLS

Our U16s will take a trip back to Beale on Wednesday for Round 3 of the Co. League ! Throw in will be at 7pm. in Bob Stack Park, Ballybunion. Best of luck ladies and also to their coaches Mike and Dan.

MINORS

The wait for Kerins O’ Rahillys minor ladies is over!

This week sees their first match in the Co. League take place… between pitches being unplayable and many TY students having their Gaisce walk during the week it just wasn’t possible.

The team has been training long and hard and can hardly contain their excitement.

Looking forward to seeing plenty of support as always on Tuesday, May 2nd when our ladies take on Moyvane at 7p.m. in Knockanure.

We wish the team and management the very best of luck. John Nix is this year’s manager.

SENIOR LADIES

A proud moment for Kerins O’ Rahillys Club…. Our ladies club is going from strength to strength as was seen with our large numbers for last Friday’s round 3 of the Donal Curtin Cup. A huge thank you to all of our hard working coaches from Academy upwards over the years who have made this possible. Many of this team have been playing with us since they were U6s.

D’imir foireann na mban in aghaidh Daingean Uí Chúis dé hAoine seo chaite.

Our senior ladies hosted Daingean Uí Chuís on Strand Road’s home pitch last Friday evening. We got off to a fast start with a few good scores.This continued with our ladies dominating throughout the first half.

The opposition looked like they had got back into the rhythm for the second half however it was short lived with great defending from our team… great performance by our ladies . Many thanks to Daingean Uí Chúis who made the long journey in and best wishes to them for the remainder of the competition.

Thanks to Danny, our senior ladies proud manager who treated the team to food afterwards in the Klub..the girls enjoyed their team bonding!

KERRY LADIES

Congrats to the players, management and background team on their win over Waterford in Rd. 1 of the Munster Championship.

CONDOLENCES

Our condolences to the families and friends of Maurice Roche, Blennerville and formerly of Moyderwell and Mitchels Avenue, John O’ Mahoney, late of Lismore, Edward Street and The Spa, Tralee and formerly of Blackrock, Co. Dublin and Noreen Cronin, Caherslee.

May their souls rest in peace.

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Na Gaeil GAA Club News

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

Lotto results: Lotto Tue 25th April 2023. No winner. Numbers drawn were 8, 16, 23, 24. Lucky dip winners of €20 were Margaret O’Shea, Terry Healy, Rebecca McCarthy, Sorcha Uí Shuilleabháin, Liz Heaphy. Tomorrow night’s jackpot will be €2,750. Why not try your luck in our lotto. The links is as follows:https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/lotto

Lotto QR Code: Another way to play our lotto……Watch out for the Lotto QR codes located around the bar. Just scan the QR code and follow the steps to play.

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.

Scór: The finals of Scór na bPaistí were held in Glenbeigh last Saturday and Na Gaeil had a very successful outing there, taking home the County trophy & medals for the Nuachleas competition. Philip Doyle, Clodagh Morris, Lily Barrett, Amelia O’Callaghan, Jake Barrett, Farren Ní Dhálaigh, Caoimhe Daly & Danny Brick held the large audience enthralled with their performance of Mary Quirke’s “The Voyage of the Visionaries” and were deserving winners on the day.

Also representing us was Caoimhe Daly, who told the story of “Bridget & the Lurkeen” in the Aithriseoracht competition. She was unlucky not to be placed, as was Aoibhín O’Sullivan, who danced a light jig in the solo dancing.

Thanks to all the above mentioned kids, who worked very hard over the past several weeks to bring all the pieces together – the sketch, the recitation & the dance. Thanks are due also to the mentors – Mary Quirke, who is our playwright supreme, Helen Sugrue & Josephine McGillycuddy. There has to be a special mention also for the staff & management of the club, who facilitated us in every possible way.

Kerry Team: Good luck to Jack, Diarmuid & the Kerry team in the Munster Final versus Clare on Sunday.

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.

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.

U5 Boys & Girls: New members are always welcome. Contact Denis on 087-2808719.

U7 Boys & Girls: The U7’s had a busy morning in sunny Killeen yesterday. The boys and girls practiced their solos, hand passing, kicking skills and finished with a game. Well done to everyone, you were all very impressive. Keep up the great work and don’t forget to keep up the practice during the week. Thanks to Parents, Coaches and our new photographer Keith for the great photos.

U11 Boys: Well done to both under 11 teams who travelled to Spa, Killarney last Thursday evening and put on a fine display of football! Well done boys! Then the lads had a very productive training session yesterday in Killeen.

They practiced tackling without fouling and kicking and soloing with their weaker leg before a full pitch game. The boys now look forward to their last game of phase 1 in the county league away to Listowel on Thursday.

U13 Boys (Green Team): U13 County League Phase 1, Round 5. Thursday 27th April. Na Gaeil B 2-5 Legion B 2-2. Na Gaeil Green team finished off their County League Phase 1 with a three-point win against Legion.

The win means the men in green finished with three wins from five and played some fine football throughout. Conditions were slippery in Killeen and both teams struggled with their first touch.

When the game settled, Ben O’Sullivan and Paddy Hennessy clipped over two fine points. At the back, Seán O’Connell was finding his man expertly on his restarts.

Eoin O’Connor who had his best game of the year was ably assisted in the full back line by the ever-dependable Seán Óg Murphy and Jude Hogan who was having a gripping battle with the Legion full forward.

As play began to open up Kieran Felly reacted smartly to bury the ball after a goal mouth scramble. Rory John O’Brien and Nathan Anthony in the middle of the park were winning the midfield battle as the hosts led 1-3 to 0-1 at the break.

Donagh O’Connell opened the scoring in the second period and Na Gaeil seemed to be cruising. However, the Killarney men hit their purple patch and bagged 1-1 in two minutes to just two points between the teams.

Ephrem Falvey and Conor Reidy were stepping up in the half back line as was Ned Breen and Adam Fitzgerald who covered more than one position on the night.

As Legion pushed our lads back an O’Sullivan 45 dropped short and among a flurry of hands the ball ended up in the net. Goal machines Feely and Hennessy both claimed the goal as did O’Sullivan who dropped it in!!

Towards the end of the game, William Scanlon showed some lovely touches. Jonathan Sheehy who covered every run on the pitch moved to the backs and coupled with Donagh O’Connell at the back ensured the home side prevailed by three. Well done to all.

The U13’s are delighted to be going to the Munster football final on May 7th to see Na Gaeil stars Diarmuid O’Connor and Jack Barry in the flesh. Not to mention one of their own, Eoin Tansley who lines out for the Kingdom in the primary game at half time.

U15 B Boys: Our U15B team played Ardfert away last Monday night in the Co. League. It was Ardfert that got the better start and got early scores to put the pressure on our lads.

However as always we responded well and pushed Ardfert all the way to halftime for them to earn their lead. After scoring 2-4 in the opening 10 mins it was a much smaller margin at halftime after being reduced to 6 points, 2-9 to 2-3.

Second half was again a great display of football with both sides showing great skill and talent. Though we tried hard and could have closed the gap Ardfert just seemed to have an answer for all we put up to them. Final score was Ardfert 4-12, Na Gaeil 3-5.

U15 A Boys: Our U15A team hosted John Mitchels last Wednesday evening in the 3rd Round of Division 1 Co. League. To our boys credit they started really well and found themselves 4 points to the good after 10 mins.

Mitchels pressed hard and replied with some great scores but our lads responded well every time. Goals from Na Gaeil in the first half really set the tone and the workrate across the field earned Na Gaeil a 9 point lead at halftime.

The second half was similar with good football played by both sides. However goalkeeper Jacob Drzymala keeping a clean sheet was key to success and his defence working tirelessly to ensure he had all the support required was all crucial in this all-important victory.

Midfield dominated and supplied a forward line that did not disappoint in a final score of Na Gaeil 3-11 to John Mitchels 0-7.

U17 Boys: Last Tuesday night our u17 boys had the opportunity to play in Austin Stack Park when they took on Cordal/Scartaglen in the final of the Keanes SuperValu Division 4 County League. It was the third time the sides had met in the competition with the initial game ending in a draw and the second game resulting in an 8 point win for Cordal/Scartaglen.

Cordal/Scartaglen played with the aid of the slight breeze in the first half and opened the scoring before Na Gaeil added points from Conor Lucey, Liam Cooper and Man of the Match Mark Lynch to lead 3-1 after just 6 minutes.

This was followed by 2 wides apiece before Liam Cooper stretched the gap to 4-1 and Na Gaeil looked to be in the driving seat. The Cordal/Scartaglen forwards were finding it hard to penetrate the hard-working Na Gaeil defence and they kicked 2 more wides.

However on the 18 minute mark Cordal/Scartaglen’s pressure finally paid off when they got through for a goal to leave the sides level. It was a body blow to the Na Gaeil boys but they responded well with a point from midfielder Sean Barrett.

However this was followed by 3 wides in a row from our boys before Cordal/Scartaglen ended the half with a converted free to leave the sides level at halftime, Na Gaeil 0-5, Cordal/Scartaglen 1-2.

Mark Lynch and Liam Cooper made the most of the breeze to add 2 quick points to Na Gaeil’s tally just after halftime. But then Cordal/Scartaglen came to life and added 4 points without reply to put them 2 points ahead with 20 minutes remaining.

Na Gaeil looked to be in trouble but a free from Liam Cooper cut the gap to 1 point. Unfortunately the next 2 Na Gaeil attacks resulted in wides but our lads kept their heads. A well-worked move found its way to Peter Doyle and his shot sailed over the bar to level the game with just 10 minutes remaining.

The game was in the melting pot and the excitement now was at fever pitch. Both sides added 2 more wides each and it looked like extra time might be needed. On the stroke of full time Na Gaeil won a 45 after a great save by the Cordal/Scartaglen keeper.

Liam Cooper’s kick wasn’t a great one but it found its way to our vice-captain Sean Barrett who turned and fired it over the bar to the delight of the many Na Gaeil supporters present. But the drama didn’t end there. Cordal/Scartaglen mounted one last attack and won themselves a 45.

The ball was kicked in towards goal and the Cordal/Scartaglen forwards tried to work an equaliser but it was fitting that our dogged defence once more held out and cleared their lines. Final score: Na Gaeil 0-10, Cordal/Scartaglen 1-6.

Team: Iarla Ó hAiniféin, Daragh Morris, Kevin O’Donoghue, Cillian Griffin, Ruadhan Clifford, Jamie Schoenmaker, Conor Lucey, Peter Doyle, Séan Barrett (Vice Captain), Ruairí Ó hAiniféin, Jack Costelloe, Brian Heaphy, Mark Lynch, Liam Cooper, Paddy McElligott. Subs: Dan Maloney, Oisín O’Sullivan (capt), Séan Barry, Fionn Heaslip, Dara Cunningham. The players and management were delighted to receive shorts and socks prior to the game. A big thank you to Bord na nÓg and our treasurer Cathy Carey for sourcing them at very short notice.

Senior Mens Co. League: Round 5 of the League saw our senior team play host to Firies yesterday in ideal conditions. Firies started well despite playing into the breeze and got the first point of the game.

Kian Sheehan replied for us before Firies added their second. A Jack Sheehan point after 10 minutes levelled the game once again but then Firies took over, adding 6 of the next 8 points as the game neared halftime.

Dara Devine converted a free on the stroke of halftime which saw the margin cut to 3 points. The first 10 minutes of the second half failed to yield a score for either team but eventually Dara Devine pointed for us.

Firies added a point but 3 points in a row from Na Gaeil, the pick of them being a great score from Damien Bourke, had the sides level and it felt like Na Gaeil had the momentum. But again Firies hit back with a point to egde them in front once more, 10 points to 9.

A foul on Jack Sheehan saw Dara Devine level the game before Damien Bourke added his second of the day to put Na Gaeil ahead for the only time in the game.

On the stroke of full time Firies were awarded a penalty but their effort was well saved by Devon Burns and the ball was cleared to safety.

It looked like Na Gaeil would hold out for a valuable win but five minutes into injury time Firies converted a close in free to take a share of the league points.

Final score Na Gaeil 0-11, Firies 0-11. Team: Devon Burns, Jimi ÓSuilleabháin, Ryan O’Neill, Seamus Looney, Fergal Barry, Damien Bourke, Kieran O’Donovan (VC), James O’Connor, Tomás Ó hAiniféin, Seán O’Connor, Andrew Barry (C), Kian Sheehan, Kieran O’Connor, Dara Devine, Jack Sheehan. Subs: John Kearney, Eoin O’Neill, Eoghan Daly, Shane Kelly, Shawn Duggan, Shane Daly, Paul Burke, Jack Bourke, Declan Cooney, Rory Murphy, Tadhg Reen, Rory Reen, Seamus Looney, Seamus O’Neill, Liam Óg Kingston, Lorcan Seymour, Darragh Reen.

Kelloggs Cúl Camp: The Kelloggs Cúl Camp will be held in Na Gaeil on the week commencing Monday 3rd July.

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.

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Tralee Parnells GAA Club News

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

Tralee Parnells U12s that defeated Killarney last Monday in the 1st game of the season

U12 Camogie

There was a great start to the County league for our under 12 camogie team as they came out on top of a tight game with Killarney last Monday evening. Our girls started the game well, but back came Killarney, and it took some last ditch defending to secure the win. Plenty of improvement is needed, but a great start.

The girls train on Fridays in Caherslee from 6 to 7pm and new players are always welcome to come and try camogie.

U16 Camogie

The U16s had a great start to the league last Thursday evening in Caherslee with a win against Causeway. It was a fantastic team performance with every player playing their part. Well done to all especially our younger crew that have joined the squad this season. Thanks to Causeway for a sporting game and to John Ross, referee on the night. Next game v Cillard in Caherslee Thursday 4th May so come along to support the girls!

Schools Camogie

Best of luck to Mercy Mounthawk and to Parnells players Maeve Trant, Orla Leahy, Jessica McGibney, Rachel Sargent, Grainne Diggin, Caoilinn Culloo, Aobhín O’Sullivan, Jessica Leen, Emma Gaynor & Abbey Crowley as they take on Coachford College in their Munster Final on Tuesday May 2nd in the Mallow Sports Complex. This is a first for Mercy Mounthawk so a very exciting final lies ahead!

Tralee Parnells representatives on the Kerry U15s that participated in the Munster Development Blitz

U15 Kerry Development Squad

Well done to the Tralee Parnells representatives Caoilinn Culloo, Jessica Leen, Georgia Kennedy, Anna O Sullivan and Anna Chute on the Kerry U15s who participated in the recent Munster Development Blitz in UL. They lost to a strong Tipperary team in the first game but came back to beat Limerick in their second game

Kerry Minors

Congratulations to the Kerry Minor camogie team on reaching the All Ireland Minor C Final after defeating Wicklow in Moneygall last Sunday. Well done in particular to the Tralee Parnells players on the panel – Grainne Leahy, Orla Leahy, Lana O’Connell and Grainne Diggins.

U9 Hurling

Well done to our U9s who are training hard in preparation for their upcoming blitz in Dr Crokes next Saturday.

Schools Hurling

Congrats to The Green CBS on their win in the Munster C under 15 final last Wednesday. They defeated Coachford College 1-13 to 0-10 in Banteer. Well done to the Parnells players (Daniel Spring, Luke Hanafin, Christian Kennedy, Brian Reidy, Karl Cronin, Paddy Daly, Ronan Brick) on the panel as well as Coaches Mark Ryall and Morgan Madden

Tralee Parnells Senior team that drew with Kilgarvan in Div 2 of the Co. League last Wednesday

Senior Hurling

Tralee Parnells 1-14 Kilgarvan 0-17

On Wednesday evening last, Tralee Parnells were on the road down south to take on Kilgarvan in Round 2 of Div 2 Co League. A good battle and a tight affair is always anticipated when these two teams face off. And last Wednesday evening that is exactly what was served up to us. Kilgarvan opened the scoring with a free.

However, it only took Parnells 4 minutes to raise the green flag thanks to quick thinking from Darragh Reen who took a quick free while the Kilgarvan defence were caught napping as he rattled the net. For the rest of the first half, the home side took control and converted a further nine points. At the short whistle, Kilgarvan led by five.

Half time Kilgarvan 0-10 Tralee Parnells 1-2.

Kilgarvan came out the of the blocks the faster to begin the second period but a never say die attitude from the Tralee men kept them in with a fighting chance. Coming down the final stretch Kilgarvan led by 2.

Parnells never gave up and with a minute and a half of normal time remaining Darragh Reen played a side line short as far as Eddie Sheehy who gave a short pass back to Reen to put over an inspirational score to reduce the margin to the bare minimum.

Kilgarvan hit a wide which gave Parnells one last chance to salvage something from this game. Mark Ryall went long with the puck out and the ball broke to Eddie Sheehy who bombed forward and split the posts to level the game in the 61st minute of the game.

Full time Tralee Parnells 1-14 Kilgarvan 0-17. Thanks to Eugene Stack for refereeing. A well-earned draw after a great team performance. The team are still unbeaten after 2 rounds. Next up is a home match on Wednesday vs Kenmare.

Team: Mark Ryall, Rory Reen, Tadgh Reen, Stephen Morrissey (0-1), Timmy Kelliher, Ruarí O’Sullivan, Darragh Keane, Darragh Reen (1-10, 1-5f), Eddie Sheehy (0-1), Oisín O’Brien (0-1) (Johnny Lowe), Darragh Maloney (Ian Moynihan), Barry Lyons (Cillian O’Riordan), Andrew Morrissey, Ronan Gilsenan (0-1), Cillian Litchfield

The lads are at home to Kenmare next Wednesday evening at 7pm in Round 3.

Tralee Parnells B team that defeated Duagh in the Div 3 of the Co. League in Caherslee last Friday night

Tralee Parnells B 1-18 Duagh 0-7

Our Juniors had their first outing in Division 3 of the County League with a home match vs Duagh in Caherslee last Friday evening.

The team played very well creating good passages of play which lead to brilliant scores. In the end Parnells eased to victory on a scoreline of Tralee Parnells B 1-18 Duagh 0-7. Oisin O’Brien was top scorer with 0-10. Well done lads.

Team; Diarmuid Brennan, Rory Reen, Tommy O’Connor, Donal O’Brien, Stephen Morrissey, Tim Kelliher, Andrew Morrissey, Darragh Keane, Tadhg Reen, Oisin O’Brien, Barry Lyons, Cillian O’Riordan, Shane O’Neill, Ronan Gilsenan, Dylan Cunningham

Subs: John Joe Hanafin, Tom Crowley, Jason Conway

Scór na bPaistí

Well done to all our competitors that took part in the County Finals of Scór na bPaistí in Killorglin and Glenflesk last weekend. They did the club proud!

Scór na nÓg

The All Ireland Finals of Scór na nÓg takes place in the INEC in Killarney on Saturday 6th May. We wish our Tráth na gCeist team of Oisín O’Sullivan, Brian Reidy, Carl Cronin and Donnacha Buttimer (and sub Aoife Trant) and their Bainisteoir, Damien Kissane all the best as they look to go one better than last year’s 4th place finish and reach the stage final and hopefully bring home the overall title to Kerry.

Sponsorship

Tralee Parnells Hurling and Camogie Club would like to thank Adams of Tralee Hyundai Main Dealers for the generous donation of sliotars for our adult Camogie and Hurling teams.

Lotto

Last Monday’s club lotto numbers drawn were: 6, 18, 20, 21. No winner of the €1200 jackpot. Lucky dip winners were Janet Teeling and Oonagh McGibney.

Next draw will take place on 8th May with a jackpot of €1300. Play at
https://traleeparnells.clubforce.com/products/lotto/tralee-parnells-gaa-lotto

Registration

Registration for all members (players, managers, coaches, volunteers) is now overdue for payment.

This year we are using the official GAA application Foireann which has specifically been designed for GAA clubs. Registration is required under GAA rules to ensure that all players are covered by insurance. The fees remain the same as last year. We now also have a special offer available during registration where you can subscribe to the lotto for 6 or 12 months at a discounted rate, as well as Family Membership + Lotto or Non-Playing Adult + Lotto – again at a much discounted rate.

To register login at https://www.foireann.ie/ or via the Google/Apple app.

The fees for 2023:

Nursery U7 Boys and U8 Girls – €30

Juvenile (U8 to U18) – €70

Adult players- €110

Student (over 18) – €80

Non-playing adult/coach – €40

Family membership – €200 (3 or more juvenile players, and non-playing adults incl. coaches, all from the same family)

Many parents and players may already have a user account as the application used to be known as Return To Play and was used during Covid. For more details including some useful help information check-out the club Website https://traleeparnells.gaa.ie/membership/

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PHOTOS/REPORT: Kerry Off To Winning Start In Munster Championship

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

A race for the ball during todays Munster Ladies Gaelic Football Munster Senior Championship Rd 1 game which was played in the Fraher field Dungarvan.

Thomas Keane reports on the TG4 Munster SFC game yesterday in Dungarvan…

Waterford 0-8

Kerry 2-8

ACE forward Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh bagged 1-7 as Kerry got their 2023 TG4 Munster Senior Championship campaign off to a winning start against Waterford.

The Kingdom, fresh from landing the Lidl National League Division 1 title, emerged six-point winners against the Déise at Fraher Field this afternoon. Ní Mhuircheartaigh was on song for Kerry, with 1-4 of her haul collected before half-time.

Kerry, who led by 1-5 to 0-4 at half-time, managed to keep Waterford at arm’s length during the second half, as substitute Danielle O’Leary wrapped up the win with a goal in stoppage time.

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O’Leary came off the bench to replace Hannah O’Donoghue in the 44th minute and made her mark as Kerry, who are many people’s favourites to land the TG4 Munster and All-Ireland crowns, began with a positive result.

Waterfords Brid McMaugh scrambles for the ball with Kerry’s Lorraine Scanlon during todays Munster Ladies Gaelic Football Munster Senior Championship Rd 1 game which was played in the Fraher field Dungarvan.

Kellyann Hogan was superb for Waterford, scoring five points, including two from play, with Bríd McMaugh also contributing to the home side’s scoring effort with three points.

But it was Ní Mhuircheartaigh, who was the leading scorer in Division 1 during the Lidl National League, who led the way for Kerry.

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Fiadhna Tangney also scored a point for Kerry in the first half, as the visitors came from behind after McMaugh had opened the scoring with a free.

Kerrys Niamh Carmody leads the Waterford defence a merry dance during todays Munster Ladies Gaelic Football Munster Senior Championship Rd 1 game which was played in the Fraher field Dungarvan.

Waterford suffered an early injury blow, however, as Megan Dunford was forced off and replaced by Niamh Power.

Midway through the half, Tangney’s point had Kerry 0-2 to 0-1 clear but the sides were level at 0-4 each approaching the break.

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Ní Mhuircheartaigh netted in first half injury time and the Corca Dhuibhne magician added another point before the interval, as Kerry led by four.

For the goal, Ní Mhuircheartaigh used all of her experience to stay cool and fist the ball home, following good work by Niamh Carmody.

Waterford’s Karen Mcgrath tries to dispossess Kerry’s Danielle O’Leary during todays Munster Ladies Gaelic Football Munster Senior Championship Rd 1 game which was played in the Fraher field Dungarvan.

Waterford kept battling throughout the second half and the margin was at three points before O’Leary’s late goal.

Kerry move on to face Cork next weekend, with Waterford set to face Tipperary at home in the round-robin series.

Scorers for Kerry: L Ní Mhuircheartaigh 1-7 (0-3f), D O’Leary 1-0, F Tangney 0-1.

Scorers for Waterford: K Hogan 0-5 (2f), B McMaugh 0-3 (2f).

WATERFORD: E O’Brien; C Murray, M Dunford, A Murray; E Power, E Murray, Kate McGrath; K Hogan, A Waring; A O’Neill, A Fitzgerald, C Hynes; K Murray, B McMaugh, L McGregor.

Subs: N Power for Dunford (6), Karen McGrath for Hynes (35), S McGuckian for Waring (48).

KERRY: M.E. Bolger; E Lynch, K Cronin, A Dillane; A O’Connell, E Costello, C Murphy; L Scanlon, A Galvin; N Carmody, N Ní Chonchúir, E Evans; F Tangney, H O’Donoghue, L Ní Mhuircheartaigh.

Subs: C Lynch for Galvin (35), A Harrington for Evans (38), D O’Leary for H O’Donoghue (44), L Galvin for Ní Chonchúir (45), M O’Connell for Tangney (54).

Referee: J Murphy (Cork)

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St Brendan’s Hurling Club News

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

Irish Heart Foundation: Last St Stephens Day was a great day for our community when the Mike Fitzgerald Memorial Hurling Game took place in the sportsfield and last Thursday was another great day, when the Irish Heart Foundation mobile unit visited the village, it got a fantastic response from the community with the church car park a busy place with people coming and going from the unit.

The total raised from the game was €9735 and the Fitzgerald family presented the cheque to the Irish Heart Foundation that evening.

Lotto: The St Brendan’s Hurling Club / Ardfert GAA lotto jackpot this week was €17,400. Numbers Drawn: 7, 9, 24, 27. No Winner. Congratulations to the following consolation prize winners: €50: Joan Clifford, Banna South. €25: Fergus Foley, c/o Ardfert Post Office. €25: Pádraig O’Sullivan, Tubrid. Lotto Jackpot is now €17,600. The next lotto draw will take place at Curby’s Bar on Tuesday, May 2nd at 9.00pm. Tickets are available at McElligott’s Bar, Ardfert Post Office, Curby’s Bar and Horgan’s Centra. Thanks for supporting our local lotto. Go raibh mile maith agat.

50/50 Cashback Draw: Next draw takes place on Monday May 8th. For your chance to win get your envelopes at Ardfert Post Office, Horgan’s Centra Ardfert, McElligott’s Bar, Ardfert Potato Farm Shop, The Village Pantry and The Tech Co. Envelopes are €2 each or 3 for €5.

Senior’s: Senior County Hurling League Division 1 Result: Kilmoyley 1-16 St Brendan’s 0-15.

Intermediates: Senior Hurling County League Division 2 Result: St Brendan’s 3-19 Rathmore 0-05 in Round 3 they play Lady’s Walk on Wednesday May 3rd at 7pm. Please check with club officers regarding this fixture.

U13’s: U13 Hurling County League Division 2 Result, Lixnaw 0-08 St Brendan’s 1-03.

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PHOTOS: Honouring The High-Achieving Harriers At Awards Night

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

Jessica Lacey receiving her award from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

TRALEE Harriers Athletics Club celebrated their awards night on Friday in the Grand Hotel.

This event is traditionally an annual event, but it has been three years since they’ve been able to honor the achievements of their athletes due to COVID.

The evening was opened with a few words from Adrian Regan, Chairperson while Mikey Sheehy, Mayor of Tralee was in attendance to present the awards to the athletes.

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The trophies which were sponsored by Brendan Moynihan Heating & Plumbing Ltd were presented to athletes who excelled in Track and Field and Cross Country events at County, Munster and National Levels.

Cillian Griffin, Kirby Ann Ryan, Aria Collins and Sadie Lynch were honored for their Outstanding Achievement Awards. Cillian has been a National Medalist since he was U15 competing in Hurdles, Sprints, Jumps and Multi-Events.

Kirby Anne is a Shot Putter and Discus Thrower and has achieved national titles in her U15 to U19 age groups.

Aria Collins and Sadie Lynch were celebrated as a pair. They have achieved much of their success together over these past two years, winning double gold as a pairing in Sprint and Long Jump at U9 and Gold for Sprints in U10 both at National Level.

Tralee Harriers Committee thanked all of their athletes, athletes families and sponsors without whom the evening wouldn’t have been the success it was. Scroll down for photos…

Roisin Reidy receiving her award from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

Rylan Flynn receiving his award from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

Alex Nealon receiving his award from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

Bao Foley receiving his award from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

Alan Mulgrew with the Cross Country Juvenile Shield.

Aaron Crean receiving his award from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

Hannah Redican receiving her award from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

Kirby Anne Ryan receiving her award from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

Aria Collins and Sadie Lynch receiving their awards from Mayor Of Tralee Mikey Sheehy.

The group of Tralee Harriers at the annual awards.

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PHOTOS: Over 250 Walkers Enjoy Kerry Camino Weekend

May 1, 2023 Dermot Crean

On the Kerry Camino over the weekend. Photo: Adrienne McLoughlin

THE 10th anniversary guided walk of the Kerry Camino, taking in Tralee – Camp – Annascaul – Dingle, took place over the weekend.

There were 200 walkers gathered at St. Johns Church on Friday, with Mayor of Tralee, Mikey Sheehy sending the group on their way in favourable walking conditions.

Friday’s route was from Tralee to The Railway Tavern in Lower Camp taking in Tralee Town Park, Canal Bank, Blennerville, and Tonevane before setting off over the Sliabh Mish/Dingle Way path to Curraheen, Derrymore, Killelton and Camp.

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Saturday’s trek saw an extra 50 walkers join the route from Camp to Annascaul, via Inch Beach while Sunday saw over 250 walkers journey from Annascaul to Dingle, via Minard and Lispole.

Certificates of Completion were presented to all the participants at the Church of St. James in Dingle. The event was a huge success with many walkers having already booked their accomodation in Tralee hotels for 2024. Adrienne McLoughlin took some photos on the Camino over the weekend…