REPORT/PHOTOS: Wexford Hit Kerry FC For Six At Mounthawk Park

May 27, 2023 Dermot Crean

David Moriarty reports on last night’s SSE Airtricity League of Ireland Men’s First Division game at Mounthawk Park…

KERRY FC 0–6 WEXFORD FC

Kerry FC played their second home game in two weeks on Friday evening against Wexford FC.

Kerry came into the fixture after a tough 2-0 loss at the hands of Bray Wanderers last Friday and wanted to do everything to get back on track. Wexford came into the game on a tough run of form themselves winning just one of the last six games.

With both teams on similar form, this game was sure to be end-to-end. Kerry’s game last week was a tail of two halves. They played particularly good football and had some great chances to take the lead in the first half, but the second half was a totally different story.

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They really went into their shell in the second half and allowed Bray to play around them and create some good opportunities before scoring two goals to seal the win for the away side.

After last week’s game, Kerry FC manager, Billy Dennehy was quite pleased with how the team played overall throughout the match and said ahead of the game against Wexford that when they start games in a competitive way as they have throughout the last few weeks, they always give themselves a chance.

Kerry have yet to win a game at home this season, and with the scorcher of an evening that it was back in Mounthawk Park, the squad would be hoping that the home fans would have something to cheer about besides the 99’s and sun tans.

The game started off a close affair with a couple of chances for both sides. The first chance came for the visitors after just three minutes.

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A good piece of dribbling out on the right wing from Reece Webb who found the space to put a dangerous cross into the box was headed just over by Danny Furlong.

After Wexford’s opening opportunity, Kerry struggled to create much but were competing to the best of their ability.

Wexford had been shut down a bit since their opening chance and Kerry were starting to create a few chances of their own. Kerry’s first chance came just after the twenty-minute mark, it started with a breakaway from inside their own half from Nathan Gleeson who carried the ball up the pitch.

Gleeson backheeled it inside to Sean McGrath who took his shot from some distance, and it unfortunately sailed over the bar.

Kerry were on top for this five-minute period of the game and another opportunity came for the Kingdom this time at the fault of Wexford goalkeeper, Noel Heffernan who’s kickout was misplaced and landed straight to the feet of Sean McGrath.

McGrath played the ball to his right to Nathan Gleeson who was running onto it and his effort just got away from him and went wide of the right post.

Despite the bit of pressure from the home side, it would be the traveling team who would take the lead. A cross from the right side of the box from Aaron Dobbs bobbled through and somehow made its way to the back post to Danny Furlong who was all alone to slot it away and put Wexford 1-0 up.

Things would worsen for the Kingdom as they would go 2-0 down just eight minutes later. A good piece of passing play from Danny Furlong and Aaron Dobbs which saw a one-two create a bit of space for Dobbs to get a shot off and it slowly trickled into the bottom right corner of the Kerry FC goal passing Aaron O’Sullivan.

Kerry would have a big mountain to climb to get back into this in the second half.

Wexford started the second half as they finished the first. Just four minutes after the restart, a long pass up the pitch was headed wayward by Sam Aladesanusi back towards his own goal and into Danny Furlong who hit the ball on the half-volley and flew past Aaron O’Sullivan to make it 3-0.

Kerry were showing shades of their second-half performance from last week. They had completely gone into their shell again and were finding it extremely hard to get out of their own half.

This was evident again just ten minutes later when Wexford made it four. A corner for Wexford was taken by James Crawford on the right side. His low precise cross was met by a near post flick from Aaron Dobbs who at this stage was on for a hattrick.

Wexford continued to mount pressure on Kerry and showed no signs of stopping even though the game was done and dusted.

The fifth went in with just eighteen minutes remaining to increase humiliation on the home team. A pass into the path of Graham O’Reilly was dispossessed by Aaron Dobbs who had all the time in the world to place it past O’Sullivan and seal his hattrick.

Kerry had a couple of slight opportunities later in the game with fresh legs on the pitch from the likes of Kennedy Amechi and Stephen McCarthy entering the pitch, but this was only allowed by a very well set up Wexford side who had taken the foot off the gas with the game essentially finished.

Just before the referee on the night Marc Lynch could blow the final whistle, Wexford would add another.

Substitute Conor Levingston whipped in a corner again from the right side and was met by Aaron Dobbs once again who scored his fourth of the night and really put the final nail in the coffin.

After that goal, time was called, and it finished 6-0 to Wexford FC Kerry are back on the road next week as they make the long trip to Donegal to take on Finn Harps.

They will need to put this heavy defeat behind them quickly to really move on and sure up the back line again. A trip to Donegal will be a tough one, but a game that they need to get right.

KERRY FC TEAM: 30. AARON O’SULLIVAN, 2. ROB VASIU, 18. SAMUEL
ALADESANUSI, 15. KEVIN WILLIAMS (C), 23. RONAN TEAHEN, 17. NATHAN

GLEESON, 22. CIAN BARRETT, 13. TOGOR SILONG, 10. LEO GAXHA, 9. RYAN
KELLIHER, 7. SEAN MCGRATH.
SUBS: CALLAN SCULLY, STEPHEN MCCARTHY, MATT KEANE, ALEX AINSCOUGH,
CIANAN COONEY, GRAHAM O’REILLY, KENNEDY AMECHI.

WEXFORD FC TEAM: 18. NOEL HEFFERNAN, 3. BENJAMIN LYNCH, 6. ETHAN
BOYLE (C), 8. BRANDON MCCANN, 10. AARON DOBBS (GOAL ‘40, ‘59, ‘72, ‘90), 11.
MARK HANRATTY, 13. JAMES CRAWFORD, 15. DANNY FURLONG (GOAL ‘32 ‘49),
16. CORBAN PIPER, 17. KIAN CORBALLY, 20. REECE WEBB.
SUBS: COLM COX, DARRAGH LEVINGSTON, HUGH DOUGLAS, KARL CHAMBERS,
MATTHEW DUNNE, CONOR LEVINGSTON

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PHOTOS: A Magic Night To Honour Tralee Club’s Basketball Stars

May 27, 2023 Dermot Crean

Jimmy Diggins with his Hall of Fame Award. Photo by Dermot Crean

IT was an emotional night for a local legend who was honoured at the Tralee Magic Basketball Club Awards on Wednesday.

Jimmy Diggins has been involved in basketball in the town for around 55 years and he became the first inductee into the Tralee Magic Hall of Fame, to add to his Basketball Ireland Coaches Hall Of Fame recognition back in 2016.

It was just one of many awards dished out over the course of the evening in The Rose Hotel Lee Suite. The club has enjoyed another successful year in a number of age grades in the county, with players also selected for provincial and national teams.

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While all were lauded for their achievements, the biggest cheers (and standing ovations) were reserved for two club stalwarts — Jimmy Diggins for the Hall of Fame and Club Person of the Year Ann O’Shea.

John Sayers of Lee Strand presents the Club Person of the Year award to Ann O’Shea. Photo by Dermot Crean

In his acceptance speech, a clearly emotional Jimmy said he was honoured to receive the award and reflected on his time in the game in the town. He said it gave him immense pleasure to see his daughter and grandson are now involved with Magic.

“Basketball has been very, very good to me. I’ve travelled all over the world and met great people,” he said.

John Sayers presents a sponsorship cheque to Tralee Magic Basketball Club Chairperson John Dowling. Photo by Dermot Crean

In his address, Club Chairperson John Dowling praised Ann O’Shea for her amazing dedication to the club since it’s formation and the response from the crowd when she accepted the award showed the esteem in which she is held.

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John Dowling also commended the efforts of all the players and coaches involved in Tralee Magic and thanked their sponsors, especially Lee Strand and Sandy Feet Farm for their commitment to supporting the club.

Awards given out on the night were…

Academy/U10s received certificates

Team Mate of the Year – Holly O’Brien & Sean Heaslip

The Under 16 Girls. Photo by Dermot Crean

County League Winners – U16 Girls

Sophie Mitchell, Abby Crowley and Lily Bowler. Photo by Dermot Crean

County Representatives –

U14 Kerry team Abbie Crowley, Lily Mae Bowler, Sophie Mitchell
U17 Kerry team Lucy O’Donnell, Lucy O’Connor, Holly O’Brien
U17 Kerry team Sean Heaslip, Jamie Burke

Ronan Hayes, Juvenile Player of the Year. Photo by Dermot Crean

Young club person of the year – Ronan Hayes

The Under 13 girls team. Photo by Dermot Crean

County League & Cup Winners – U13 Girls, U15 Girls, U18 Boys

The Under 15 girls. Photo by Dermot Crean

The Under 18 team. Photo by Dermot Crean

Sandy Feet All Stars – Nessa Kirby, Sean Lynch, Sadhbh Dowling, Luke Gannon, Kelly Fitzgerald, Ronan Hayes, Aoife O’Connell, Michael Tansley

The Sandy Feet Farm All-Star team. Photo by Dermot Crean

Munster Academy Representatives – Conor McGibney, Ciara Costello, Priya O’Donovan

Irish International Representatives – Aivaras Uosis, Joshua Osayanrhion, Lucy O’Connor

Lee Strand All Stars – Clodagh Kennedy, Rían Tuohy, Sophie Mitchell, Johnny Dawson, Emily Flynn, Lucy O’Donnell, Ryne Ybanez

Club Person of the Year – Ann O’Shea

Jimmy Diggins with grandson Rian Tuohy, a member of the Lee Strand All Stars. Photo by Dermot Crean

Hall of Fame Inductee – Jimmy Diggins

Club Chairperson John Dowling with Hall of Fame Recipient Jimmy Diggins and Club Person of the Year award winner Ann O’Shea. Photo by Dermot Crean

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PHOTOS: A Farewell To Schooldays As Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Students Graduate

May 27, 2023 Dermot Crean

Philip Ó Beara, Luke O’Sullivan, Eoin Ó Criodáin, Evan Ó Chathasaigh, Gearóid Bhreathnach at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

By Deirdre Ní Chochlán (teacher)

AN important chapter in the lives of Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí 6th year students came to an end on Thursday evening as they gathered to celebrate their graduation.

The occasion was held in the glorious evening sunshine at the new school campus. Students Kiana Breathnach and Philip Ó Béara captivated the students, parents, past pupils and teachers as they reminisced about their time in the school.

Kiana expressed her gratitude to the staff in the school while Philip humorously alluded to the prolonged promise of the new campus and his delight at it exceeding expectations.

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Dalta na Bliana, Sorcha Ní Dhonnchú, eloquently detailed her experience transitioning from an English speaking primary to the Gaelcholáiste.

Evan Ó Cathasaigh from Ballyheigue received a special award in recognition of his full school attendance since first year. Indeed remarkably Evan never missed a school day since he started primary school.

Principal Ruairí Ó Cinnéide, in his address, urged the pupils to continue to make the Irish language an integral part of their lives and to always look out for each other. Scroll down for photos…

Max de Burca, Etain Ní Chealleacháin Laocha and Sorcha Ní Dhonnchú at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

Holly Nic Gabhain, Caoimhe Ní Liatháin, Sadhbh Nic Muiris, Clodagh Ní Bhrádaigh, Caoilfhionn Ní Fhoghlú, Dearbhla Ní Shafrí and Max de Búrca at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

Caoilfhionn Ní Fhoghlú with grandparents Johnny and Mary Foley, dad Cathal Foley, grandmother Marie Ferris and mom Deirdre Ferris at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

Siún Ní Dhuibhgiolla with Mark Deely and Dorothy Byrne at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

Graduates at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

Seamus Ó Luasaigh with parents Niall Lucey and Dorren Browne at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

Jack Doyle and Conor Kirby at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

Luke O’Sullivan with sister Laura Ashley, dad Mike, mom Lorraine and sister Sarah Jane at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Graduation Night at the school on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean

News

Know Your Rights: Registering A Tenancy

May 27, 2023 Dermot Crean

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…

Landlords must register residential tenancies with the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) every year and update the RTB if information about a tenancy changes.

The RTB uses this information to keep a public register of tenancies. The register shows the address of the property and the number of bedrooms. It does not show the identity of the landlord or the tenants, or the amount of rent paid.

What tenancies must be registered?

Under residential tenancies legislation most privately rented properties must be registered with the RTB. This includes properties rented out by approved housing bodies and student-specific accommodation. It does not apply to business lettings, holiday lettings or owner-occupied accommodation (for example, if you rent a room in your landlord’s home)

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What are the rules about registering a tenancy?

Landlords are responsible for registering tenancies. New tenancies must be registered within a month of the start of the tenancy. Then, landlords must register the tenancy every year that the tenancy continues. This must be done within a month of the date of when the tenancy began.

For example, if a new tenancy begins on 4 May 2023, the landlord must register the tenancy by 3 June 2023 (within one month of the tenancy start date). If the tenancy continues for the next 12 months, the landlord must register the tenancy again by 3 June 2024, and then every year by 3 August while the tenancy continues.

Annual registration has applied since 4 April 2022. The RTB will remind landlords when their tenancy is due for annual registration, if they have up-to-date contact information for the landlord.

How do you register a tenancy with the RTB?

You can register online using the RTB’s new online system. You need to create an RTB online account before you can register a tenancy. You can get information on the RTB’s website about how to do this.

To register a tenancy by post or email you download the Tenancy Registration Application Form, complete it and send it back to the RTB. You should keep a copy of the form and proof of postage.

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If you have questions about the registration process, you can email registrations@rtb.ie.

When a tenancy has been registered and the fees paid the RTB will send letters to the landlord and tenants confirming that the tenancy has been registered.

What information do you need to register a tenancy?

Private landlords and approved housing bodies must supply the following information when registering:

• The address of the rented home
• The name, address and PPS Number of the landlord (or registered number, if a company)
• The approved housing body (AHB) number, if a housing association
• The name and PPS Number of each tenant
• A description of the property (for example, a 2-reception, 3-bedroom semi-detached house)
• The date the tenancy started
• The rent and how often it is paid
The local authority area the property is located in
• The term of the lease if it is a fixed-term lease
• Whether it is a sub-letting
• Building Energy Rating (BER) if applicable
• Details of any management company or authorised agent

The RTB website has a checklist of the information you need to provide when registering a tenancy.

The RTB needs additional information when registering student-specific accommodation, so it uses a slightly different process. For more information about registering student-specific accommodation see the RTB’s website or contact your local Citizens Information Centre.

Does the landlord have to do anything if there are changes in rent?

If the amount of rent changes, the landlord must tell the RTB of the change within one month.

The RTB can take action (including criminal proceedings) against landlords who do not notify the RTB about changes in rent.

How do you know if a tenancy is registered?

You can view the public register to check that your tenancy has been registered. The RTB can take action against landlords who do not register tenancies

Even if your landlord hasn’t registered your tenancy, as a tenant, you can still use the RTB’s dispute resolution service. Landlords can only use this service if they have registered the tenancy.

Are there penalties if the tenancy is not registered in time?

If you are late registering a tenancy, late fees apply for each month that the registration is late. However, late fees do not apply for most tenancies at the moment. If you have paid late fees under the new registration system, you will be refunded. Pausing of late fees has been introduced because landlords have had issues registering tenancies using the new annual system. The pausing of late fees does not apply to tenancies in student-specific accommodation.

For more information about late registration fees and the current pausing of these charges, see www.rtb.ie.

Are there penalties for not registering a tenancy with the RTB?

Landlords who do not register a tenancy can be fined up to €4,000 and face imprisonment for up to 6 months on conviction. A further penalty of €250 for each day of non-registration can be applied. In addition, the landlord will also have to pay the RTB’s legal costs. There is more information about these penalties on the RTB’s website.

• For anyone needing information, advice or have an advocacy issue, you can call a member of the local Citizens Information team in Kerry on 0818 07 7860, they will be happy to assist and make an appointment if necessary.

The offices are staffed from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. Alternatively you can email on tralee@citinfo.ie or log on to www.citizensinformation.ie for further information.

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Public Asked To Support Sunflower Days Next Month

May 27, 2023 Dermot Crean

Deirdre Walsh (second from right) with Dr Lisa Kelly, Maura Sullivan and Mary Shanahan launching the Sunflower Days which take place on June 9/10.

RADIO Kerry presenter and Kerry Hospice Ambassador, Deirdre Walsh, launched the local Sunflowers Day appeal yesterday at the Palliative Care Unit at UHK.

Sunflower Days take place on June 9/10 and is a huge national fundraiser for so many Hospices. Last year the event raised over €40,000 locally.

This event is in its 33rd year and the fundraising never stops to help with the upkeep of both the IPU day unit and help with the Home Care services.

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“This year we are also going to fund nurse prescribers,” said Andrea O’Donoghue of Kerry Hospice.

“The sad reality is the IPU has been at full capacity since it opened, so funds are needed. The support over the years has been immense from the public and nothing would be possible without them.”

You can donate online by clicking on this link https://sunflowerdays.togetherforhospice.ie/donation/

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PHOTOS: Graduation Day Arrives For Coláiste Gleann Lí Students

May 27, 2023 Dermot Crean

The Coláiste Gleann Lí Graduating Class of 2023. Photo by Dermot Crean

IT’S been a busy week at Coláiste Gleann Lí as the academic year comes to a close.

The annual school awards were held on Wednesday, while a day later it was time for the sixth year cohort to say farewell to their schooldays at a special graduation ceremony.

It was an emotional Thursday for the 28 students who have become such a close-knit group over the past number of years.

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Principal Liam McGill extolled the qualities the student possess and wished them well for the future. He also thanked the parents and teachers for the support they have given the students over the years.

There was music, song, emotional speeches and a lovely slideshow to end proceedings as the students now prepare for the exams in two weeks time. Scroll down for photos…