Senior Singles
1st Ciara Spring 23
2nd Ava O’ Sullivan 24
T3 Sean Collins, Rian Lynch, David O’ Connor 25
46 players.
Monday 6th May
4-person AmAm kindly sponsored by Office and Ink Results
1 Pat Prendeville Joe Rogers Breda Rogers Breda Shanahan 92 pts
2 Derek O’Brien Evan O’Brien Carly Horan Nils Conway 90 pts
3 Anne Kerins Michael P Kerins Denis Kelly Michael Lawlor 90 pts
.MTU staff and students enjoying the Green Campus cookery demo From left to right: Dan Browne, Neil Beirne, Sheila O’Mahony and Qiao Zhang
MUNSTER Technological University’s (MTU) Green Campus in Tralee hosted a successful wellbeing event on Thursday last featuring a cookery demonstration on plant-based meals.
The event, which was attended by MTU staff and students, aimed to highlight the benefits of plant-based meals for both personal health and the environment.
Dan Browne, Culinary Arts lecturer and chef, led the demonstration showing attendees how to prepare a delicious and nutritious chickpea curry.
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The dish, designed to be easy to cook during busy exam times, was very well received by all. After the demonstration, attendees enjoyed lunch together prepared by Compass Group Ireland.
Commenting on the event, Martha Farrell, Green Campus Chairperson said, “We are delighted with the positive response to our plant-based cookery demo. Promoting sustainability is at the core of our mission and we hope this encourages more people to consider swapping to a plant-based meal at least once a week for the benefit of their own health as well as the environment.”
MTU culinary arts lecturer and chef, Dan Browne leads Green Campus cookery demo.
“We are very grateful to chef Dan Browne for the fantastic demonstration, TJ O’Connor, Section Head of the Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism Department for facilitating this event, Compass Group Ireland for preparing the delicious lunch, and REEdI for funding this event. It’s through the combined efforts of everyone involved that we were able to make this event a success”.
Katherine O’Sullivan, Lecturer on the Rethinking Engineering Education in Ireland Programme (REEdI) added; “The REEdI@MTU Team is thrilled to support the Green Campus cookery demo and lunch. The event featured a culinary demonstration followed by a delicious meal crafted from locally sourced, seasonal produce whilst promoting health and well-being amongst students and staff.
“It is a fantastic collaboration spanning departments and disciplines, providing a refreshing break for our busy students in the lead-up to exam time. As there is a strong emphasis on sustainability within the REEdI project, this Green Campus initiative clearly aligns to the REEdI project vision”.
This event is just one of many initiatives Green Campus undertakes to promote a sustainable and healthy campus environment at MTU.
David Moriarty reports on Kerry’s FC’s game against Longford Town on Monday evening…
LONGFORD TOWN 2-1 KERRY FC
Kerry FC had a quick turnaround from Friday’s Cork City clash as they headed to Bishopsgate on the Bank Holiday Monday to take on Longford Town.
It was against the same opposition that Kerry managed to pick up their first-ever home league win at the start of last month but since then things have not been going according to plan as they have only picked up one point in the last four games.
Defeats against Bray Wanderers, Athlone Town and Cork City make their eight-game unbeaten run seem like an eternity ago and the Kingdom were desperate to get more points on the board against a Longford Town side who have yet to win a game this season.
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It has been a tough hundredth year for Longford as former manager Stephen Henderson resigned after a run of poor results to begin the season and although they have been playing better in recent weeks, they still have not picked up a win in the 2024 campaign.
First Team Head Coach Conor McCarthy made a few changes from last Friday’s defeat against Cork with Evison Rramani and Jack Kavanagh making their first starts in Longford. Victor Udeze and Kennedy Amechi came back into the front three with Ethan Kos replacing captain Andy Spain who picked up an injury against Cork City on Friday.
The opening fifteen minutes or so were even enough with neither team doing very little to test each other.
But that changed when Longford took the lead just after the 20-minute mark. A corner taken on the left side was swung in by Conor Crowley and went all the way to Luke Wade Slater at the back post who managed to nudge the ball further into Francis Campbell who headed in from close range.
There were a few shouts for a foul on Kerry FC defender Ethan Kos, but on closer inspection, it was evident there was little to no contact and the goal stood.
Things only went from bad to worse for Kerry just six minutes later when Longford doubled their lead from another corner on the left side.
Conor Crowley’s cross went all the way through to Luke Wade Slater at the back post whose diving header was enough to get it past Antonio Tuta.
Conor McCarthy felt the need for change and made two changes soon after with Ryan Kelliher and Daniel Okwute coming on to try and salvage something from the game.
Dean O’Shea could have made it three as he got on the end of another corner, but his bullet header was not kept down and was always heading over the crossbar.
Kerry FC’s first sight of goal came just seven minutes before half time as Jack Kavanagh got a second bite of the cherry from a blocked corner and put the ball into the box but Ryan Kelliher could not direct the ball towards goal as it rolled out for a goal kick.
Samuel Aladesanusi was called into defensive action as a last-stitched tackle kept out further Longford danger and soon thereafter the whistle was blown to signal the end of the first half.
A disappointing performance in the first forty-five that the players and management wanted to get right in the second half.
Kerry FC completed the rest of their five substitutions just fifty-six minutes into the game as Steven Healy, Sean O’Connell and Valerii Dolia came into the fold. Dolia was making his highly anticipated first-team debut after playing half an hour in an under 20’s game last week.
Dolia had been out with a broken toe since signing for the club at the start of the season, so he was itching to get out on the pitch at this stage.
Evison Rramani tried an effort from well outside the box although it was ambitious, it was struck well and did not go that far over the bar.
Longford played around the ball much like the end of the first half but did not create any chances in that time as they seemed to take their foot off the gas ever so slightly.
In the seventy-second minute, Kerry got a goal back through an unbelievable Ryan Kelliher acrobatic finish.
Evison Rramani played the ball out to Daniel Okwute who crossed the ball in for Kelliher. A deflection meant that it was hard for Kelliher to control but he popped the ball up with his knee and bicycle kicked it into the back of the net giving Jack Brady no chance whatsoever.
Kerry FC pushed on but created nothing of note to test the Longford keeper. Time started to run out for Kerry and the whistle eventually blew for full-time as Longford Town picked up their first three points of the season.
Kerry are back at home on Friday when they take on UCD as the Kingdom will look to get points on the board once more this season
LONGFORD TOWN TEAM: 1. JACK BRADY, 2. SHANE ELWORTHY (C), 3. KYLE O’CONNOR, 6. ROSS FAY, 7. LUKE WADE SLATER (GOAL ‘29), 8. VIKTOR SERDENIUK, 16. JORDAN ADEYEMO, 19. MOHAMMED BOUDIAF, 20. CONOR CROWLEY, 22. FRANCIS CAMPBELL (GOAL ‘21), 27. DEAN O’SHEA.
SUBS: JACK MCCARTHY, OISIN HAND, SAMUEL CLARKE, EMMANUEL JAMES, RYAN BOYLE, JORDAN TALLON, VASYL TROPANETS, GULLHERME REGO PRIOSTI, CALLUM BONNER.
KERRY FC TEAM: 1. ANTONIO TUTA, 15. KEVIN WILLIAMS, 6. ETHAN KOS, 18. SAMUEL ALADESANUSI, 4. JACK KAVANAGH, 32. EVISON RRAMANI, 21. DAIRE MCCARTHY, 7. SEAN MCGRATH (C), 13. NATHAN GLEESON, 12. KENNEDY AMECHI, 22. VICTOR UDEZE.
SUBS: AARON O’SULLIVAN, SEAN O’CONNELL, VALERII DOLIA, KENNEDY AMECHI, STEVEN HEALY, CIAN BROSNAN, RYAN KELLIHER (GOAL ‘71), FINN BARRETT, DANIEL OKWUTE.
.Teacher Maura O’Sullivan, Principal Mike O’Toole and teacher Danny Murphy with pupil looking forward to the St John’s Parochial School Fundraising Run which takes place on Sunday, May 19. Photo by Dermot Crean
PUPILS in St John’s Parochial School on Ashe Street, Tralee are “desperate to make the most of their play areas” but there is no Government funding available to bring the “children’s dreams to fruition”.
The children, their parents and staff are planning the school’s second annual fun run in Tralee Town Park on Sunday 19th May to help fund school yard and play space upgrades.
The Principal of St John’s Parochial School, Mike O’Toole, said: “Our numbers have doubled in recent years – from 38 to 75 students and from two to four teachers – since 2022. The play spaces have become more crowded and we would love to make these areas as productive and play friendly as possible.
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“Astro Pitches and Playgrounds cost up to €20,000 and €45,000 respectively and proceeds from this year’s fun run will go towards our Yard Rejuvenation Fund. Unfortunately, and despite being a DEIS school, there is no funding from the Department or grant available to bring our children’s dreams to fruition.”
St John’s Parochial School is thrilled to promote its second annual family fun run on 19th May, which will bring the school community together, and anyone who wants a fun day out, while keeping fit at the same time.
Participants need to register from 10.15am at the park entrance opposite the KDYS on Denny Street while the run itself will start at 11am.
PEIL FAOI 7/8/9: Our Under 7/8/9 outdoor academy was a great success last Sunday i gCathair Sailí! More of the same at 11am in Caherslee on Sunday next (12th May). Bí linn! Fáilte roimh chách!
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Our annual trip to Kilmacud, Dublin, will take place on Sunday next (12th May). Good luck to all travellers…boys and men! God speed! (ii) Another enjoyable U11 GoGames session took place on Thursday last. Well done, all! We look forward to another interesting outing on Thursday next at 6.30pm. Expect text!
PEIL AOI 13: We have now completed Phase 1 of the County League. Both our teams did amazingly well and have taken a one week break from competitive games. Action resumes on Sunday next (May 12th). County League Phase 2…here we come! Expect text, boys. Training will take place on Tuesday night at the MTU. (Tadhg Mac Mathúna)
IOMÁNAÍOCHT FAOI 15: Good wishes to two U15 Rock hurlers, Ben Litchfield and Haulie Cotter, who’ll be taking part in the National Féile (Hurling) finals in Wexford on 22nd June. Go n-éirí go geal leo!
PEIL FAOI 15: Last week was a busy week with mixed fortunes! (i) Following a win on Sunday nightthe 28th our Division 9 team was in action again 24 hours later when we hosted Ballymac. We had an exciting game but a strong Ballymac team took the laurels. So, the current state of play is as follows: on Wednesday next (15th) our B team will face Killarney Legion in the Division 9 semi-final. The game will be played in Killarney. Best wishes, boys!
(ii) On Wednesday night the 1st our Division 1 team travelled to Listry to take on Keel/Listry in a must wingame to remain in Division 1. Following a poor opening few minutes, after which we trailed by 6 points, we finally got going and upped our game! At the half-time break we were 6 points to the good! A great comeback! We looked forward to the 2nd half! We started with gusto (le flosc agus le fonn) and an early point gave us a 7 point lead but, unfortunately, the strong Keel/Listry boys reorganised themselves and picked away at our hard-earned lead; eventually ag deireadh thiar thall, the Ciarraí Láir lads were winners by 2 points. Croíthe briste! So, the current state of play is as follows: our A team has been scheduled to face An Ghaeltacht in the Division 2 semi-final this Wednesday evening (8th) in our own Connolly Park. Thanks to our faithful supporters. (Ger Hobbert)
PEIL FAOI 16: The Rock was well represented by Alex Touhy and Rory Ó Loinsigh in the recent exciting Kerry U16 football squad game v Laois. Maith sibh, a leaideanna!
GAELTACHT SCHOLARSHIP: Please contact the secretary of Bord Thrá Lí (GAA) to apply for a Gaeltacht Scholarship.
AN GAELCHOLÁISTE: Best wishes to peileadóirí ban GCC in their preparations for their upcoming Munster semi-final. Tá beirt Stacach, Ellen Ní Luasaigh agus Emer Ní Dhuilleáin, ar an bpainéal. Go n-éirí go geal leo! Tá an dáta fós le socrú. (Dáithí Ó Loinsigh)
PEIL FAOI 17: Our Minors (U17) played away to Laune Rangers on Monday last (6th) in the last group game of the Central League. Well done, boys, on a good performance! Panel: Olivier Lata; Leon Sweeney, Gabriel Maszorek, Max Maszorek; Rian Walsh, Adam Johnston, Alex Touhy; Cormac Bastible, Jack Diggin; Rory Lynch, Jack Shanahan, Tadhg Falvey; Brian Kavanagh, Jay O’Connor, Jayden Moriarty; Jake Carmody, David Mullins, Max Grzybowsky, Aodhán Horgan. Bainisteoir: Theo Diggin. Roghnóirí: Liam Lynch, Frankie Murphy, David Courtney. An Charraig Abú! (T.Ó Duigín)
CLUB GEAR: Club merchandise from O’Neills. Log into www.austinstacks.ie
THANKS: Thanks to all club lotto supporters and especially to: (i) O’Flynn Interiors, Sráid na Carraige; (ii) Hussey’s Deli and Newsagency, Cé an Phrionsa; (iii) The Burger Shack, Móin an Bhealaigh; (iv) The Brogue, Sráid na Carraige, (v) Siopa Chaoimhín de Barra, Ollmhargadh Grósaera na Carraige; (vi) PC Books, Sráid na Carraige.
KERRY SENIORS: ‘Well done’ to Joe, Dylan, Armin, Joey and Kerry in Cusack Park v Clare, ‘well done’ to Aoife Ní Dhuilleáin agus Mná na Ríochta v Port Láirge and sympathies to the senior hurlers of Kerry v Laois in the Joe McDonagh Cup competition.
CIARRAÍ FAOI 20: Mór-chomhghairdeachas le Michael Tansley (cúl báire), Daniel Kirby (10), Paddy Lane and their Kerry colleagues v Cork in the Munster Final on Wednesday. Bua iontach!
CIARRAÍ FAOI 17: ‘Well done’ to Wayne and his Kerry minors v Cork in the Munster championship. The Rock boys on the panel: Ben Ó Murchú (captain), Fionnán Ó Riain, Rónán Ó Cearúill, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Ryan Ó Drisceoil. Maith sibh!
The Credit Union SFL Div 1 Round 6
Ballymacelligott 1-10
Dr Crokes 4-12
Venue: Ballymacelligott Date: 4th May 2024
Round 6 of the County League was a welcome return to our home ground for our senior team and supporters. The opposition was top of the table Dr. Crokes who proved why they were top of the table with a decisive win in Ballymacelligott on Saturday evening.
The crucial score in the game proved to be a second goal conceded by Ballymacelligott just before halftime. Up to that point, Ballymac were losing by two points and doing well.
It was a lovely evening for football in Ballymacelligott on Saturday evening, and it was a privilege, for us to welcome Patrick O’Sullivan, The Chairman of the Kerry County Committee to our home ground.
Dr Crokes took the lead, which they never lost, with two points from Cian McMahon and Micheal Burns. Ballymac’s first point came from Daire Keane and this was immediately followed by a goal from Daithi Casey and a point from Mikey Casey for Dr Crokes.
The Ballymac lads recovered well from this setback and Brian Lonergan scored a point and helped secure the ball and pass to Niall Collins who scored the home side’s third point. Aidan Breen added another point for Ballymac.
Micheal Burns and Mikey Casey added two for Crokes. With seventeen minutes gone Dr Crokes were leading 1-5 to 0-4.
Darragh Regan and Aidan Breen scored two more points for Ballymac. Michael Burns added one for Dr Crokes.
Two more points, from Aidan Breen and Michael Herlihy and there were just two points between the teams. In the 29th minute, Dr Crokes scored that crucial goal that came from a free taken by Micheal Burns.
Half Time Score: Ballymacelligott 0-8 Dr Crokes 2-07.
Dr Crokes took the momentum from the first half and added 2 goals and three points to the scoreboard before Ballymac scored their first point twenty minutes into the half from Vinnie Horan.
This period saw Dr Crokes at their best with superb passing and accuracy at every level. Ballymac went on to score another point and a goal from Captain Vinnie Horan. Dr Crokes added two more points before the final whistle.
Full-Time Score: Ballymacelligott 1-10 Dr Crokes 4-12
Despite losing the game there were some great individual performances from our players, Sean Rice and Cian Counihan in the backs, and Vinnie Horan, Brian Lonergan, and Daragh Regan in the forwards.
Team and Scorers:
Christy Leen, Sean Rice, Brian Cassidy, Darragh Sweeney, Cian Counihan, Eoin Creedon, Adam Sheehy, Michéal Reidy, Aidan Breen (0-3), Niall Collins (0-1), Vinnie Horan (Capt) (1-2) Michael Herlihy (0-1), Darragh Regan(0-1), Brian Lonergan (0-1), Daire Keane (0-1)
We wish Tadhg Brick, Donal Daly and Cathal Dunne speedy recoveries from their injuries.
We wish to thank our supporters and the Dr Crokes supporters who contributed to our lotto on Saturday evening. We value your support.
Senior Ladies
Hard Luck to the Senior Ladies on their loss to Castleisland Desmonds today.
Huge Congratulations to our own Roisin Rahilly on her Championship Debut for the Kerry Senior Ladies in Sunday’s win versus Waterford.
Well Done to Roisin we are all so proud of you and thank you to all those who have coached and supported Roisin over her formative years in the club from Academy all the way to Senior. We would also like to wish her a speedy recovery from her hamstring injury.
Minor Ladies
Our Minor Girls qualified for the Division One semi final following a draw away to Cromane
Final score Cromane 3-12 Ballymac 4-9.
Best Wishes to our Minor Ladies in their Division 1 County League Semi Final in Ballymac Tuesday night at 7pm versus Red Hot favourites Castleisland Desmonds.
Under 16 girls
Our U16’s take on Beale in North Kerry League on Wednesday Evening in Ballymac at 7pm.
Under 15 girls
Best Wishes to our U15 Ladies playing in Feile tomorrow evening in John Mitchels on Bank Holiday Monday.
Minor Boys
Last Tuesday evening was great occasion for club minor player Jack Joy who made his competitive county minor debut against Cork in the Munster Minor Championship. Jack contributed very well to help get Kerry over the line chipping in with a very important point in the second half.
It was also a great honour for his family and the club where his football journey began. We wish Jack and Eoin Moriarty, who is also on the panel, the very best of luck in season ahead. Best of luck this week as he is named on team who play Tipperary in Semple Stadium in Thurles.
Micheal Quirke and Eoghan Joy
Under 16 Boys
Well done to Micheal Quirke and Eoghan Joy who played with North Kerry on Sat
Jack Collins Darragh Mc Mahon
Under 15 boys
Well done to Jack Collins and Darragh McMahon who both played their part in the Kerry North u15 victory over Meath in Moneygall on Sat
Under 13 Boys
U13 Ballymac v Legion Sunday the 12th @ 18.45
Ballymac blue v Moyvane B Tuesday 14 @18.30.
Under 11 boys
Our under 11 boys played Laune Rangers on Thursday in the next round of the Go Games.
Well done to everyone some great games were played.
Academy
We had great numbers on Sunday morning, thanks for understanding the time change due to the Senior Ladies game
New starters or returning players always welcome at our Academy.
Mothers and Others
Our Mothers and Others are braving the pitch again this coming Tuesday 7th at 7pm! All are welcome to come and try a few basic skills and have some fun. Absolutely no previous GAA experience needed! Just over 25 years of age and open to meeting new people in a healthy environment. See ye at the training Pitch
Swap Shop
Swap Shop open on Sundays during Academy time at the main field or in committee room (under the stand) depending on weather. This is an opportunity for you to bring any used but good quality GAA gear- Ballymacelligott or other for the shop. At present, we have a range of football boots from 3.5 to size 7s. We also have skins and other GAA tops. Come check out.
Lotto
On Monday 29th April, Veronica O’Donnell and Maureen O’Shea conducted the lotto draw at our club rooms in Arrabella. The Numbers drawn were 19,23,26 and 30.
There was no winner of this week’s Jackpot of €7500.00
Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:
Next week’s Jackpot is €7600 and the draw will take place on Monday 6th May 2024.
Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp.
Tickets can be purchased by clicking here or from our regular sellers Paula Silles, Gene O’Keeffe, and Maureen O’Shea .
Quick Pick Envelopes are available at The Half Way Shop and O Riadas Bar.
Pop €5.00 into the envelope with your name and contact details. We’ll generate a quick pick of 3 lines for you! You will be automatically entered into the draw. It couldn’t be easier!
The closing time for entries will be 4 pm on Mondays to facilitate the draw.
Academy Training
Academy training for U7 to U11s boys and girls continues every Friday evening in Caherslee GAA grounds from 6pm. All newcomers are welcome to come along and give hurling and camogie a try.
The club will provide hurleys and helmets. We now have a tea/coffee station on Friday evenings where parents can come and say hello and mingle while the boys and girls have some fun.
Tralee Parnells U11s after a fantastic game against Causeway on a sunny Saturday evening in Causeway
U11 Hurling
Well done to the U11 boys who had a fantastic game in Causeway on Saturday evening in glorious sunshine. A great performance by every player on the team well done boys. Training continues in Caherselee on Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm.
Tralee Parnells U12s who took part in the Go Games Blitz in Abbeydorney
U12 Camogie
The girls continue to train on Tuesday evenings from 6.15 to 7.15pm at Pairc na Darach at the Sports Complex. New players are always welcome to come along and give Camogie a try. Hurleys and Helmets are available to borrow from the club for any player who wants to try it out.
Cul Camp
The summer Cul Camps are open for booking at https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/. There are still a few places left for the Tralee Parnells camp on 12th to 16th August.
Senior Hurling
Our Senior hurlers welcomed Causeway to Caherslee last Friday evening in round seven of the County hurling league.
After an encouraging start, the concession of a couple of soft goals midway through the first half meant Parnells had a hill to climb for the remainder of the match.
However a brighter second half performance meant they stayed competitive against a strong Causeway side for whom Keith Carmody was always a thorn in Parnells side. Final score: Tralee Parnells 0-10 Causeway 3-19
Meanwhile our B team had their first outing of the season away to Kilmoyley B in Division 2 of the Co hurling league last Wednesday.
Stepping up from Division 3 from last year was always going to be a hard ask but there were some positive signs of things to come despite going down to a very strong home side. Captain Johnny Downey got Parnells only goal of the match. Final score: Tralee Parnells B 1-9 Kilmoyley B 4-14
Schools Camogie
The annual Kerry Secondary schools Camogie blitz took place on Monday 29th in Caherslee. This was hugely successful event for schools Camogie where Tralee Parnells players were well represented on the squads from Presentation Tralee, Mercy Mounthawk and Causeway Comprehensive.
Presentation Tralee won the Junior Cup title while Mercy Mounthawk secured the Senior Cup title.
This is the second year in a row for both schools to win these events. A special mention to Georgia Kennedy who captained the winning Presentation team as well as receiving Junior Player of the Tournament. Thank you to the event sponsor Kerry Group, Claire Salmon and to Martina Lawless and her Mounthawk team for organising the event.
Kerry U16 Camogie
Kerry put in a strong performance and battled until the end but unfortunately Kildare came away with the win in the U16 Championship.
Well done to all of our club players on the panel: Jessica Leen, Emma Gaynor, Anna O, Caoilainn Culloo, Siofra Murphy, Georgia Kennedy, Anna Chute, Eimear Dillane and Orla Costello
Kerry U15 camogie
Well done Parnells players Emma, Siofra and Aoibhin and the Kerry Camogie U15 squad that played against Limerick at a sunny Ballyagran GAA pitch.
Unfortunately, Limerick proved to be very strong opponents and Kerry were defeated. This was the first game for the girls and it was great to see so many clubs represented. Their next match will take place on 25th May.
We return to county league action on Friday night next, 10th May when Spa are the visitors to Strand Road for round 6 – throw in is @ 7.15 pm
Division 6A:
We continued our good run in Div 6 with a 3-12 to 2-10 win over Legion on Friday night last, 3rd May. Jake Hoare with two goals and TJ McMahon with the other were our goal scorers.We will play Ballylongford, away, in our final game on the weekend of 19th May.
We currently sit in 2nd place in the group and are well set for a play off place.
Kerry Seniors:
Kerry retained their Munster senior championship when defeating Clare on Sunday on a final scoreline of 0-23 to 1-13. It was far from a vintage Kerry performance but management will be happy with the progress being made.
Uniquely, we had 3 former club managers on the sidelines – Jack O’Connor and Micheál Quirke were in the Kerry dugout with Mark Fitzgerald in the Clare camp.
Mark has done a terrific job in Clare since taking over from Colm Collins last year; Clare were largely a new side from that which contested last year’s final and they displayed all the qualities that Mark espouses – a strong defence, competitive and combative forwards and midfield – they were in the game all through and their total of 1-13 speaks for itself.
Attention now turns to the qualifiers with Kerry in Group 4 where they will be joined by the runners up in Leinster as no 2 seeds, with Monaghan @ 3 and Meath @ 4 – this will mean a home game in Killarney on weekend of 18/19th vs Monaghan, followed by a trip to Navan vs Meath and concluding with a neutral game vs Leinster runners up.
Clare for their part are in group 3 where they will face the Ulster provincial winners plus Tyrone and Cork.
Tomàs Kennedy with proud parents Catriona and Tommy
Kerry U20s:
Kerry were too good for Cork in the Munster final played in Austin Stack Park on Weds night last 1st May.
Tomás Kennedy was our sole starting representative and though wearing 12 played the vast majority of the game at full forward; he scored the game’s only goal when rifling in a shot just minutes into the 2nd half and went on to play a starring role as Kerry rattled off the points to secure a well merited win.
He had what can only be described as a stupendous catch in the 2nd half which drew much admiration from the crowd.
Kerry will now play Meath on Sat 11th next in the All Ireland semi final in Thurles where throw-in is @ 3 pm; Roscommon and Tyrone contest the other semi final.
We would like to wish Tomás all the best along with Ben Hanafin and Darragh who are members of the panel.
Juvenile Academy Notes:
Another great morning was had by all Sunday morning in Ballyrickard, numbers were high despite been a Bank holiday weekend and Munster Final day. All age groups enjoyed their morning and coaches have asked that they all practice their skills during the week at home with the videos shared on clubzap groups.
U9 Boys
U9 Boys:
The U9’s travelled cross country to Rathbeag Friday evening to play Rathmore in the next round of Go-games. Our boys played great football, showing off some really nice passages of play. Kudos to Rathmore for having everything so well organised before we arrived. We wish them all the best for the season ahead. They also enjoyed a well deserved break from academy Sunday morning.
U11 Boys
U11 Boys:
Great football played by both u11 teams in Pat Healy Park Ballyrickard Thursday evening. It was great to see the boys showing off their skills, teamwork and pride in the blue and white jersey. They had a skills based training session on Saturday finishing off their week nicely.
Congratulations to our U13 player Rían Tuohy who was chosen to play in the Primary Games at half time in the Munster final Sunday – Rian scored 4-03 on the day!
Congratulations to Ruarì Kennedy and Nick Lacey who both started for Kerry Under 16s in a win vs Laois Saturday. Ruarì started in goals while Nick started at corner forward and scored 1-3. Everyone in Kerins O’Rahillys is very proud.
Registration:
All juveniles need to be registered at this stage if you have not done so can you please register asap. If you need any assistance or have any queries please contact us through any of our social media platforms or ask a coach/committee member at training. We are happy to help.
Kerins O’Rahillys Summer Camp 2024:
Save the date – Kerins O’Rahillys Summer Camp will take place from 6th August to 9th August 2024. More details to follow keep an eye on our social media
Ladies :
U12 Girls:
Our U12 Girls put in two great training sessions during the week in preparation for their next round of go games. The girls have been working hard on developing their skills.
U16 Girls
U16 Girls
A good week this week although numbers were down at training on Tuesday, with our older girls playing a minor game; those who trained put in a good session with speed gates to make it interesting.
On Thursday we played Listowel at home even with the distraction of a late time change our girls stayed focused for what was a true fight – we came out on top on the night putting us in a great position with 8 goals from Aimee, Aoife, Chloe and Aoibheann final score was 8-9 to 2-13.
Our focus is now on feile on Monday – our management were delighted to be asked to take the team again this year and held a light training session over the weekend in preparation. Best of luck to the girls.
Minor Ladies
Minor ladies:
Our Minor ladies had their second game of the Division 3 County league Wednesday evening in Lewis Road, Killarney. Well done to everyone , a very close and exciting game..
Final Score:
Dr. Crokes 6-09
Kerins O’ Rahillys 4-14
Mothers and Others:
Another great turnout last Wednesday night from our Mothers and Others with over 50 in attendance. Everyone wished a big Happy Birthday to their amazing coach Barry John who takes the time to train his G4M&O group.
Well done ladies, great craic with a few fun games was had by all. Welcome to our new ladies this week.
Keep in touch:
As always, we would like to hear from you – you can get in touch on Facebook via Messenger or the club phone – 085 2095001.
Lotto results: Lotto Tue 30th April 2024. Numbers drawn were 1, 9, 24, 29. No winner. Lucky dip winners of €20 were George Dennis, Mary Golden, Johnny Maunsell, Aoife & Liam Cooper, Guenter Siech. Our next draw will be tomorrow night and the jackpot will be €1,800. Why not try your luck in our lotto. The links is as follows: https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/lotto
RIP: Our deepest sympathy to Eileen, John, Meabh, Jack, Andrew & Fergal Barry and the O’Driscoll family of Durrus, Co. Cork, on the passing of Eileen’s mother Eileen O’Driscoll at the wonderful age of 103. Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam dílis.
RIP: Our sincere sympathy to Margaret Doody and her family on the recent passing of her brother-in-law Denis Doody, Rathfarnham.
New Arrival: Congratulations to Eamonn O’Neill and Caroline Dillane who welcomed the arrival of a baby girl into their family in recent weeks.
Bingo: Na Gaeil Bingo tonight at 8pm sharp. Our Mini Accumulater Jackpot House tonight is €260 in 46 calls. We also have a Raffle and Split the Bucket at half time. Bus available on (087) 2817577. Over 18s only. Hope to see you all there for an excellent night out.
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.
Scór: Scór is very much a ’niche’ activity within Na Gaeil. Of course we’re first & foremost a football club, but Scór is the cultural arm of the GAA and is a really great thing to be involved in – especially for kids. It gives them confidence & is good fun! If you’re reading this & think you might like your child to be involved, please contact Margaret at 086 0855008. Or better again, if you’re a parent with maybe something to offer to our small but enthusiastic Scór committee, please get in touch….
Senior Men: Our senior men were away to Beaufort last Saturday night in Round 6 of the Credit Union Co. League. On a perfect night for football it was Beaufort who got out of the blocks quickest and led by 4 points to 1 after just 6 minutes.
A point from play and a well struck 45 from our top scorer on the night Dara Devine got us to within 1 of the home side.
Beaufort added another point from play but then our lads took over and had their best spell in the game, notching 4 unanswered points in 5 minutes to leave us in a good position, 7 points to 5 ahead after 20 minutes.
Two Beaufort frees had the sides level before a free from Damien Bourke put us ahead once more. Yet another free saw Beaufort draw level before Dara Devine again showed his accuracy from frees to nudge Na Gaeil ahead 9 points to 8 at the half time whistle.
Unfortunately for Na Gaeil the first 6 minutes of the second half proved disastrous. On 3 minutes our defence failed to clear their lines and the home side snatched a goal.
Soon afterwards things got even worse when a high ball into the square found the Beaufort full forward and he gave John Kearney no chance, blasting the ball to the net.
Beaufort quickly followed with another converted free to leave us trailing by 2-9 to 0-9. To be fair to our lads they rallied and two frees and a 45 from Dara Devine reduced the margin to just 3 points with only 12 minutes of the second half gone.
At this stage it looked like we were right back in the game but sadly it wasn’t to be as we failed to register a score for the remainder of the game and Beaufort added 5 more points to their tally. Final score: Beaufort 2-14, Na Gaeil 0-12.
Team: John Kearney, Enda O’Connor, Ryan O’Neill, Seán Barrett, Peter Doyle, Eoin Doody, Jack Costello, Jamesie O’Connor, Damien Bourke, Cian Devine, Dara Devine, Kieran O’Connor, Mark Lynch, Kieran O’Donovan, Jack Sheehan. Subs: Shane Daly, Shane Kelly, Seán O’Connor, Kian Sheehan, Kevin O’Donoghue, Ruairí Ó hAiniféin, Oisín O’Sullivan, Oisín O’Brien, Aaron Dewey, Tadhg Reen, Seamus Looney, Dan O’Connor, Shawn Duggan, Liam Óg Kingston, Jack Rodgers.
Senior Ladies: Our senior ladies will be hoping for another good performance in the Donal Curtin Cup today when they host Scartaglen at 4pm.
Kerry (Ladies) Munster Championship: Well done to the Kerry Ladies, especially Deirdre Kearney, Mary O’Connell, Bríd O’Connor, Eilís O’Connor and Jadyn Lucey, who defeated Waterford in Round 3 of the Munster Championship in Cordal yesterday by 1-8 to 1-7. The win sees them into the Munster Final on May 18th where they will renew rivalries with Cork.
Kerry (Men) Munster Champions: Congratulations to Diarmuid O’Connor and the Kerry team who defeated Clare in the Munster Final yesterday in Ennis.
Kerry Hurling: Hard luck to the Kerry senior hurlers, especially the Na Gaeil lads, who lost to Laois in Round 3 of the Joe McDonagh Cup last Saturday.
Kerry U20s: Well done to the Kerry u20’s who defeated Cork last Wednesday night in the Munster Final in Austin Stack Park. Good luck to the team & management as they take on Meath in the All-Ireland semi-final next Saturday in Semple Stadium, Thurles.
Kerry Minors: Well done to the Kerry minors who defeated Cork last Tuesday night in the Munster championship quarter final in Austin Stack Park. They will face Tipperary tomorrow night at 7pm in Semple Stadium in the Munster semi-final.
Return of underage training 2024: Our juveniles are back in training for the 2024 season. Contact details for the various age groups are as follows: U5’s – Denis Sugrue (087) 2808719. U7’s – Shane Moriarty (086) 8380434. U9s – Bryan O’Mahony 087 9585331. New members are always welcome and can contact the relevant team coach above.
U11 Boys: Our u11 boys play Laune Rangers in Killeen next Thursday at 6.30pm in the Co. League.
U15A Boys: U15A county league result: Na Gaeil 1-7, Laune Rangers 2-10. A difficult Division 1 campaign came to an end last Wednesday night (1st May) with a home defeat to a strong Laune Rangers team.
Despite opening the visitors up in the opening plays we couldn’t find the final pass to breach the Rangers defense. Battles were fierce throughout the park and both sets of players were playing some superb football.
At the break we trailed 8 points to 3. The start of the second half saw our best passages of play this year as Samson Abubakar, Joseph Field and Darragh O’Callaghan thundered into the game.
Danny Kingston and Shane O’Donovan got on the scoreboard as we drew level with 10 minutes remaining. Rangers upped the ante and finished the stronger running out 6 point winners.
Well done to all players and with a period of training ahead we’ve no doubt that results will come with the talent in the group.
Team; Sean O’Connell, Donncha Hartnett, Gearóid Moynihan, Eoin Tansley, Sean Óg O’Connor, Samson Abubakar, Philip McEneaney, Maurice Costello, Darragh O’Callaghan, Joseph Field, Shane O’Donovan, David Buckley, Aaron O’Donovan, Danny Kingston, Jacob Drzymala, Ruadh O’Brien, James Kelly, Luke Gannon, Ruairí Lacey, Fionán Collins, Eoghan Daly, Jake Barrett.
U15B Boys: Well done to our U15 B team who made it two wins from two after a superb comeback win over Glenflesk/Kilarvan last Friday night.
The opening quarter was low scoring as both teams struggled to find their scoring touch. Despite apparent parity around the field Glenlesk/Kilgarvan struck a purple patch and banged in three quick goals, which could have been more telling had Seán O’Connell not pulled off two superb saves from the visitor’s penalties.
Coupled with a goal from Luca Cronin and the strength of our squad, we still had hope. At the small break we trailed by 9, 1-3 to 3-6.
In the second period Na Gaeil came into their own. The strength of numbers played a toll on the visitors as Krys Karpovic, Joseph Field & Ruadh O’Brien came to the fore. Philip Doyle covered massive ground and clipped three lovely points. Luke Gannon was very impressive on the night, his boundless energy a huge factor in the win.
As we led by 7 points with 10 minutes to go, our keeper Sean O’Connell faced an unprecedented third penalty of the game. Amazingly, for the third time he defied the odds and kept his opponent at bay, pending a record check, surely he is the first Na Gaeil man to save three penalties in a game!?
We finished the game strongly with Rory Lacey, Gannon & Field on the scoresheet. Well done all and thanks to Glenflesk/Kilgarvan for a sporting game.
Squad: David Buckley, Krzysztof Karpowicz, Philip Doyle, Ethan Doyle, Luca Cronin, Jonathan Sheehy, Finn Murphy, Rhys O’Connor, Sean O’Connell, Jake Barrett, Joseph Field, Eoghan Daly, Ruadh O’Brien, Ibrahim Altayan, Aaron O’Donovan, Rory Lacey, Luke Gannon.
Minor Co. League: Our u17 boys did just about enough to hold off a late rally from Keel/Listry in Round 2 of the Central Region competition last Monday night. This evening they face the long journey to Sneem to take on Na Fianna in their third and final group game. Throw in is at 5pm.
Girls Training: Na Gaeil Ladies juveniles (u8/u10/u12) are back training for the new season. New members are always welcome. For more information contact Eddie on 087-6791460.
U16 Girls: Hard luck to our u16 girls who were defeated by Austin Stacks last Monday night in Connolly Park in the North Kerry League.
U18 Girls: Our minor girls were unlucky to lose by just a single point to Legion last Tuesday night after a marvellous 2nd half fight back. Their final game until after the exams will be tomorrow night when they take on Fossa in Killeen at 7.30pm.
Cispheil (Basketball): Last Wednesday in Tallaght the girls of Gaelcholaiste Chiarraí finished runners-up to Crescent College in the All-Ireland School’s A final. It was a great achievement for the school. Well done to the Na Gaeil girls involved namely Avril Doyle, Orla Costello and Niamh Fitzgibbon.
Big Screen: All football championship games will be shown live on the big screen in the bar throughout the season.
Sponsorship Opportunity: If you have a business and would like to promote it with Na Gaeil we have various sponsorship packages available to suit all budgets. Enquiries to Donal (087-2577729) or Terry (086-8293261) or Colm (087-9080465) or Mike (086-2440158) or any member of the club Executive.
Club History: During the year Michael Golden spent many hours putting together a list of notable club results & other information about the club since its foundation in 1978. This can now be found on our website (www.nagaeil.ie). Click on “Club News” then “Weekly notes” and select ”Old results by Michael Golden”.
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 9.30am from Na Gaeil club. Everyone is welcome to come for a nice friendly cycle.
Cards: The weekly 45 card game is held every Wednesday night starting at 9pm. Everyone is welcome.
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.
Please note Early Bird registration is extended till after the Bank Holiday.
We are pleased to announce that our Dingle Way Challenge is back for another year. This event takes place on Sunday 2nd of June.
Please find details of the two routes below we have available this year for you to choose from.
Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a first timer, looking for a challenge this year’sDingle Way Challenge promises an unforgettable journey through the rugged beauty of the West Kerry peninsula.
The allure of the 2024 Dingle Way Challenge lies in the diverse landscapes of the routes. For the Ultra route (42Km) starting at Coumeenole, through the lovely town of Dingle, onto Lispole and finishing in Annascaul.
The Standard Route (30Km) will start at beautiful Ventry beach, through the lovely town of Dingle, onto Lispole and finishing in Annascaul.
Register on-line through Eventbrite, registration closes for early bird on Tuesday 8th of May.
Early Bird option: €75 after 8th of May.
(transaction charge will be added)
Check in on the morning of 2nd June will be in St Pat’s GAA Club, Blennerville, Tralee and buses will be available to take you to the start points of the Routes. More detailed information on the eventbrite page Dingle Way Challenge 2024 Tickets, Sun 2 Jun 2024 at 05:00 | Eventbrite.
Since our Eventbrite page went live, many have booked their place. There are limited numbers for this event so be quick you don’t want to miss this great day out!
Club Lotto
There was no winner of our club Lotto Jackpot of €2300 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 02,06,08 & 14. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:
1. Mary O’Shea Daly Ballyard
2. Deirdre Poff Lohercannon
3. Collette O’Connor Clash East
4. Mary Dineen c/o The Rock Inn
5. Brian O’Regan Curragraigue
Next week’s Lotto will have a Jackpot of €2400 and the draw will take place on Sunday Night 12/05/2024 at 9pm in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com online at https://www.locallotto.ie/play.asp?LL_ID=1328&PC=0 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 night.
Darkness Into Light
Darkness Into Light on Saturday morning 11th May at 5AM at Curraheen Lár Everyone Welcome Enquiries 0863052710.
Healthy Club
St Pats are delighted to have achieved our healthy club foundation award!
It’s on display at the clubhouse alongside the HSE sunscreen initiative. Many thanks to our healthy clubs officer Norma Scanlon for coordinating these, keeping us all sun safe with convenient factor 50 dispensing pumps by the clubhouse and the astroturf.
Thank you to Jenny, Kathleen & Grace for providing fruit, crackers & juice refreshments after the academy. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED PLEASE to keep this going on a regular basis rota for dry mornings. It’s a great opportunity to mingle for 10mins and make new connections.
WALKING GROUP – many thanks to Julie O’Shea who will begin a walking group around the perimeter for parents/ guardians during the Sunday morning academy sessions. Join her from next week to get the steps in.
THURSDAY JOGGING. following on from our successful couch to 5K initiative there is still a small jogging group meeting at 7pm on Thursday evenings. let us know if interested in joining them.
OTHER SUGGESTIONS… the healthy club team are always looking for more volunteers & ideas & initiatives going forward. don’t be shy!
LOST PROPERTY… many water bottles are accumulating again. these and coats gathered will be outside the clubhouse next Sunday morning.
GLOVES & GRIP SOCKS… TY student Jack Costello will be selling socks & gloves at the academy next Sunday morning.
Juvenile Academy
St Pats Football Academy will now take place every Sunday Morning in St Pats Blennerville V92 RH98 from 10.30am-11.30am. Open to all boys and girls from Under 5 to Under 13. Contact Michael for further information on 086-3855428. Come along any Sunday, All New Members welcome!
U5
The sun shone for us and made for a great first session back outside at St Pats on our fantastic astroturf facility. We had a great turnout of boys and girls and great help by older mentoring siblings. We worked on ball handling and tackling skills today and played dispossession games and mini matches for the older group.
Great participation by all with smiles all round! Very well done to Luca (following in his dad’s footsteps with his quick footwork!) and to Robyn for really getting stuck in with all the games today.
We enjoyed fruit, juice, and chats afterwards with the healthy club’s team. All volunteers welcome to help with keeping up this catering rota or joining the walking group from next week. Please let Fiona know if you can help.
U7
Well, done to Tommy who was player of the week this week. His father Jack said to mark the occasion, he is giving 20% off any car this week.
U8 Girls
It was great to get back in the graced sod of St Pats today we practiced our soloing and our hook kicking, and the girls are showing massive improvement followed by a very competitive and fun obstacle course organised by Coach Johnathon. Our player of the week was very deserving.
U9 Boys
Our U9’s were delighted to be back out on the pitch on Sunday morning and they covered nearly every blade of it. After 2 fun skills stations they played a very competitive game to finish up their session. Thanks to James and Liam for looking after them. We have our next Go Game at home this Tuesday at 6:30pm.
U10 Girls
Well, done everyone on our first session back on the field in Blennerville this morning, we hope ye enjoyed yourselves. The girls are improving week on week and are really developing their skills. Well, done to our POTW Faye Lynch showing great skill and improvement every week, well done Faye. keep up the good work girls and keep up the practising at home.
U11 Boys
St Pats U11’s had a match at home last Thursday evening against Castlegregory in round 4 of the Lee Strand County League Go Games.
We had two teams’ line out and both performed brilliantly. Coaches were delighted to see the great teamwork showed by all our players during the games.
Our next game is this Thursday 9th of May away to Dingle we will be in contact with parents with details of the same. It’s really important to all our players continue to attend training sessions and most importantly keep practicing at home the skills at home during the week. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!
U13’S watching U20 Kerry play
U13
Our U13s had a well-earned break from games this week having played 6 games in the last 5 weeks. That said, the going to games didn’t stop!
Our U13 squad attended the Munster U20 final played in Austin Stacks Park last Wednesday. We had a fantastic turnout of 24 enthusiastic supporters who cheered for the team not in red for a change!
All the lads received a goodie bag as well much to their delight. A huge thank you to Joe Costello for all his help organising this outing!
We have been drawn against Knock/Brosna, Ardfert and Currow in the next round of the County League starting next Sunday at home to Currow. Training continues Monday and Wednesday at 6.
U15
The last two week have been busy ones for our squad of under-15 players. As a combined team with Kerins O’Rahilly’s under-15’s we have played six games with mixed fortunes in the results.
On Monday 22nd April the B team played a well contested and sporting game against Glenflesk/Kilgarvan combination. With good football being played by both sides it was a very enjoyable game albeit the result wasn’t. On the following Wednesday it was the turn of the A-team with a game against Duagh.
This turned into a great battle between the two sides with the lead being exchanged throughout the game however at the final whistle we came up short by the minimum margin of a point.
On the following Friday both teams were in action when the A team played Northern Gaels and the B team against Na Gaeil and neither team enjoyed success.
On Monday 29th April we travelled to Killarney to play Killarney Legion B team and with a panel composed of a number of U13 players we came up against a very strong Legion side.
All the players must be complimented for battling to the end despite the physical disadvantage of our young panel on the night.
Our last game of the six was on Wednesday when we made the trip south Kerry to play St. Michael’s Foilmore/Ballinskelligs A team in Foilmore. This proved to be a close contest in the first half against the skill full local side.
However, in the second half playing good football we were more dominant resulting in an overdue win for these players.
As this was the second win in the A team group, we are waiting for confirmation on whether or not the team has qualified for a Shield semi-final, qualifying would be a good boost for the players.
U17
Our U17 came away with a win against An Gaeltacht last Monday night. Their next game takes place away on Monday Night at 7pm against St Michael’s Foilmore/Skellig Rangers/Valentia in St Michael’s Foilmore.
Senior
St Pat’s back to winning ways again. Asdee opened with a point in the first two minutes of the game, Teamwork by Gary Savage and Fergal O’Brien allowed Conor Enright to get a goal.
Asdee quick to close the space added two points, St Pats added three more scores from Colin Doody, Gary Savage, and Jack Moriarty. Asdee’s final point was scored which allowed St Pats to take control.
Scores from Jordan Conway, assistance provided by Luke Mulligan for Fergal O’Brien and Luke Mulligan all provided the opportunity to extend our lead. St Pats 1-06 Asdee 0-04
Eoin Greaney quick off the mark in the opening few minutes of the second half, kept the momentum going.
Asdee took their opportunity and scored a goal and three points to take the lead for the first time. St Pats wanting to get the lead back, Fergal O’Brien put his own score on the board.
Asdee with one final point in the last fifteen minutes of the game, St Pats Players such as Eoin Greaney, Fergal O’Brien, Jordan Conway, and David Moriarty stretched our lead.
Assistances for these scores were provided by Luke Mulligan and Jack Moriarty. St Pats 2-14 Asdee 1-08
St Pats Team: Paudie Bailey, Tommy Lynch, Ben Sharp, Dylan Griffin, Conor Burke, Conor Moore, Tommy Nicholson, Jordan Conway, Eoin Greaney, Conor Enright, Jack Moriarty, David Moriarty, Gary Savage, Fergal O’Brien, and Colin Doody.
Subs Used: Darragh Moriarty for Conor Burke, Liam Poff for Tommy Nicholson, Niall McCarthy for Conor Enright, Luke Mulligan for Gary Savage, and Dannay Greaney for Colin Doody.
Our senior Bs are scheduled to play away to Dingle in Round 3 of the Development League on Saturday 11th of May at 7pm.
Congratulations
To Kerry who won their Munster Senior Championship Final against Clare at the weekend.
Birthday
Happy Birthday to Liam Sayers who celebrated a birthday during the week.
Sympathy
The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Noreen Lawlor Marian Park, Brenda Uí Chathasaigh Cloghane, Thomas Trant Listellick, John Herbert Castlegregory, Johnny Egan Ardfert, Liz Best Ardfert & Ballyduff and Jason Burke Abbeydorney & Fenit.
Senior Men – Our Division 2 team played away to Listowel Emmets on Saturday. The home team won on a score line of 2 goals and 10 points to 9 points.
Thanks to all who travelled to the game. Their support is much appreciated. Wishing all of the players and management the best as we head into the second half of the league.
Our division 6 team did not play this weekend. Please see social media during the week to confirm times and dates of our next fixtures.
Senior Ladies – Our Senior ladies played Listowel Emmets on Friday night in Rd 5 of the Donal Curtin Cup. A number of forced changes in personnel saw a lot of positional changes from our Rd 4 game.
Emmets opened brightly and went 4 points up before a pointed free opened our account. Both teams worked hard and at the short whistle we were 0-5 to 1-6 down, We started well in Qtr 3 and brought the game back level and in fact 2 good saves from Emmets goalie denied us the lead.
A turnover to Emmets let them in for a goal and despite our trojan effort to the final whistle we were unable to narrow the gap. Well done to all and the players who gave 100 % to the final whistle. Our next game is Fossa away on 12th May followed by a back game with Glenflesk (Details TBC)
Minor Team – Training takes place on Monday at 12 noon at the club.
Academy, Under 9 Boys & Under 8s and 10s Girls – took a well deserved break this Sunday to enjoy the long weekend. See you all next Sunday in Ballyseedy.
Under 14 Girls – There was no game this weekend. Training details for this week will be issued via Social Media and direct to parents.
Under 12 Girls – Gaelic for Girls finishes this week and we look forward to welcoming those girls who had never previously played football to our Academy next week. Our Under 12 girls continue their North Kerry League campaign playing Kerins O’Rahillys on Tuesday at 7pm at home.
Under 11 Boys – Our latest match against Ballyduff was called off on Thursday evening due to the bad weather.
This game will be rescheduled for Thursday 16th May. Next Thursday 9th May we are due to play Churchill at home. Parents will receive details of this via Whatsapp.
We took a break from training on the May bank holiday Sunday so that the players and parents could enjoy a well earned break. We will return to training on Sunday 12th May at 10:30am. New joiners are always welcome.
Under 13 Boys – In the first round of the next stage of the county league we play Annauscaul/Lispole at home next Sunday at 6pm. Further match details to follow via Social Media and Whats App.
Under 15 Boys – On Wednesday we play Kilcummin in the Division 2 County League semi-final. This game takes place at home with a 7pm throw-in. Feile takes place on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th. John Mitchels are in a group with An Ghaeltacht, Austin Stacks and Keel/Listry. Wishing the players and management the best in the week ahead.
Under 16 Girls and Minors – Training continues as normal this week. Denis will issue details
Bingo – Continues Wednesday and Friday at 8.30PM at the John Joe Sheehy Road. Over 18s only. ID must be provided on request.
Lotto – This weeks jackpot is €3,250 and the draw will take place on Monday May 6th due to the Bank Holiday weekend.
Membership – Membership is now due for 2024. You can pay online through Clubforce or call to our Club Registrar Georgie Lowe on Sunday from 11 am to 12 noon weekly.
Sympathies – On behalf of all of us in John Mitchels, we express our sincere sympathies to those who have recently experienced a bereavement. We especially remember the families of Noreen Lawlor, Alan Traynor, Michael Carmody and Brenda Casey.
THE Kingdom County Fair will return this month for two days at the Kingdom County Fair Showgrounds at Ballymacthomashas over Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12.
Held in Tralee for over 70 years, the mission is to provide a platform for local businesses to display their goods to the public and for the promotion of local culture including music, dance, home crafts, horticulture.
They will host a wide range of classes for cattle, sheep, goats, horses and a dog show, bonny baby, best dressed competition, arts and crafts, vintage show amongst numerous other activities on the day.
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For the kid there’s Little Rosebuds entertainment, Scottys Circus, the Westport Sheepdog Experience, fun fair/amusement rides, toy stalls, children’s classes in the dog show, in hand young handlers classses in the cattle showing & pony showing, ridden pony showing classes, puppet shows, circus acts, balloon making and more.
It’s an opportunity for urban dwellers to meet with their rural neighbours and to experience rural living and rural pursuits.
Speaking at the launch, James Tarrant Chairman said; “It’s great to be back, we believe that our new showground is a wonderful facility.” To buy tickets, click here.
.Evie Culloty and family at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE sun made a rare appearance on Saturday as families arrived at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church.
The occasion was First Holy Communion day for the second class pupils from Holy Family Primary School.
The youngsters were very excited for the day and teacher Katie Crowe had them well prepared to receive the sacrament from Fr Amos.
They all enjoyed a wonderful occasion and of course the celebrations afterwards. Scroll down for photos. (To buy copies of photos, please call 087-9384810 or email dcrean@traleetoday.ie)…
Daniel Flynn with Siobhan, Ethan, Jonathan and Patrick Flynn at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.Evan Hurley with Dylan and Antoinette Hurley, Pa Lynch and Nathan Hurley at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot CreanLuke Kelly with Aidan, Briana, Caroline, Padraig, Jack and Dermot Kelly at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.Matthew Contreras Holden and family at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot CreanSophie Coffey with Aaron Cronin, Chloe, Kelsie and Miranda Coffey at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.Jade and Ava McCannon with Richie McCannon and Nora O’Rourke at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot CreanJason Janusz with Tadek Janusz Klaudia Jozwik and Jessica Jozwik at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.Alec Dunne with Rachel Dunne at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot CreanChelsea Collins with Vicky McGowan at the Holy Family Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.Pupils from Holy Family Primary School at their First Holy Communion on Saturday at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church. Also included is Principal Maria O’Regan, teacher Katie Crowe, SNA Alsie Nolova and Fr Amos. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Saibh McDonnell with Tommy McDonnell, Aida Long and Denise Long at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean
THANKFULLY, the second Saturday of First Holy Communions for schools in the Tralee area was another dry one for families who headed to St John’s Church and St Brendan’s Church in Curraheen.
It was the turn of Presentation Primary School pupils to receive the sacrament in St John’s with Ms Field and Ms O’Shea’s charges well prepared for the day where Fr Bernard Healy was the celebrant.
Meanwhile, two pupils from Derryquay were enjoying their big day in Curraheen where Fr Vitalis gave the sacrament.
Congratulations to all pupils who no doubt enjoyed the celebrations afterwards with their families. Scroll down for photos. (To buy copies of photos, please call 087-9384810 or email dcrean@traleetoday.ie)…
Maisie Laide and Édana Hingston who made their First Holy Communion at St Brendan’s Church Curraheen on Saturday. Also included is Bríd Nic Gearailt Fr Vitalis and Principal Íde Brosnan. Photo by Dermot Crean.Jim Mongans and family at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot CreanLauren McLoughlin with Tom, Alfie and Zoe McLoughlin at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.James O’Brien with Ellie, Niamh, Jimmy, Francie and Hanna O’Brien at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot CreanAlicja Wilczynska and family at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.Kayla Coffey and family at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot CreanOlivia Kelliher with Mary Kelliher, Anne Looney, Eoin Kelliher, Eleanor Kelliher and Johnny Kelliher at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.Ruby Lynch with Chris, Ava and Joanne Lynch at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot CreanPhoebe Arce with Peter Paul, Pauline and Gemma Arce at the Presentation Primary School First Holy Communion on Saturday at St John’s Church. Photo by Dermot Crean.Pupils from Presenatation Primary School who made their First Holy Communion at St John’s Church on Saturday. Also Included is Fr Bernard Healy, teachers Ms O’Shea and Ms Field and Deputy Principal Ms O’Callaghan. Photo by Dermot Crean
Fiadhna Tangney came off the bench and scored the winning point for Kerry in a pulsating contest at Cordal GAA club in Round 3 of the TG4 Munster Senior Championship.
Waterford will point to 6 second half wides as being detrimental to their cause whilst Kerry will be happy to face into a Munster Final after a win in a game that they might well have lost.
Kerry were first off the mark when Jadyn Lucey pointed a free following a foul on Hannah O’Donoghue and in the 6th minute Lorraine Scanlon got on the scoresheet after some very good play from Eilis O’Connor.
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Waterford’s Kelly Ann Hogan pointed a free following a foul on the impressive Aoife Murray and Kerry had a huge let off in the 12th minute when Lauren McGregor rattled the post with a superb shot at goal.
A Kelly Ann Hogan free in the 16th minute brought Waterford level and straight from the resulting kick out Hogan put her side one up from play.
We had to wait another 6 minutes for the next score and it was Kerry’s Hannah O’Donoghue who finished to the back of the net after a sweeping move involving Lorraine Scanlon, Amy Harrington and Emma Dineen.
The lively Katie Murray and Jadyn Lucey traded scores before Niamh Ní Chonchúir put Kerry 1-4 to 0-4 ahead in the 28th minute. Kelly Ann Hogan pointed a free soon afterwards , and it was Kerry that took a 1-4 to 0-5 lead in at half time.
Waterford spurned a goal chance early in the second half when Eve Power had to be content with a point, but they got the goal they craved from a Kaci Brazil penalty following a foul on Aine O’Neill.
Cora Murray made a brilliant block from Jadyn Lucey at the other end and although Waterford took control of proceedings, they were wasteful in possession.
Niamh Ní Chonchuir got a welcome point for Kerry in the 48th minute to bring them to within one, 1-5 to 1-6, but Kelly Ann Hogan slotted over to give Waterford the lead once more.
Katie Brosnan, looking sharp, hit a brace of scores to draw Kerry level but with time running out it was another substitute, Fiadhna Tangney, who sealed the win for Kerry.
Scorers-Kerry: K Brosnan 0-2, H O’Donoghue 1 goal, J Lucey 0-2 (1f), L Scanlon 0-1, F Tangney 0-1, N Ní Chonchúir 0-2 Waterford: K A Hogan 0-5 (3f), K Brazil 1 goal (pen), E Murray 0-2.
Kerry: C Butler; K O’Sullivan, E Lynch, A Dillane; E O’Connor, A O’Connell , R Rahilly; L Scanlon, R Smith; A Harrington, H O’Donoghue, N Ní Chonchúir; D Kearney, E Dineen, J Lucey. Subs:C Murphy for R Rahilly 16, K Brosnan for A O’Connell , F O’Donoghue for E Lynch (both H/T, L Ní |Mhuircheartaigh for A Harrington 38, C McCarthy for D Kearney, C O’Brien for R Smith (both 45), A Curtin for J Lucey, F Tangney for H O’Donoghue (both 51),
Waterford: E O’Brien; C Murray, H Power, A Waring; N Power, E Murray, E Power; A O’Neill, K Murray 0-1; A Murray, E Bolger, C McCarthy; K A Hogan 0-5 (3f) L McGregor, L O’Shea.Subs:K Brazil for L McGregor, E Fitzgerald for L O’Shea(both H/T), M Comerford for A Waring 34, O Kennedy for E Bolger 51, A Brazil for K Brazil 58.
A HECTIC weekend of action has Kerry FC on the road tomorrow afternoon as the squad make the journey to Bishopsgate to take on Longford Town with kick-off at the earlier time of 5pm.
The last meeting of the sides will live long in the Kerry FC fans’ minds as a first home league win against the Midlanders on Matchday 9.
Goals from Sean McGrath, Ryan Kelliher and Kennedy Amechi sent the home support wild in Mounthawk Park as the fans were treated to a thrilling night in Tralee.
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That game came in the middle of a run of eight games unbeaten in all competitions, writing new chapters into the Kingdom’s history books as the club’s second season continues.
But, somewhat disappointingly, the unbeaten run has come to an abrupt end, with three defeats in the last three for Conor McCarthy’s charges.
Home defeats against Athlone Town and Cork City while a defeat on the road in Bray have halted momentum, the kingdom will look to bounce back in Bishopsgate tomorrow night.
Longford Town meanwhile remain bottom of the SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division, one place below Kerry with a game in hand.
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A shift in management in recent weeks as well in Bishopsgate will mean we are likely to see a different Longford side that were beaten in Mounthawk Park just a few weeks ago.
Longford are also beaten in their last three games so two teams well out of form could prove to be one not to miss.
The last time Kerry met Longford ended in a historic occasion for the club, with Kerry securing their first home win in the SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division
With the quick turnaround from the Cork City game, a couple of players will have to be assessed before making the trip to Bishopsgate.
Kerry, who had a full bill of health for the visit of Cork to Mounthawk Park on Friday were forced into two changes before the 50-minute mark. Andy Spain limped off in the first half while Ronan Teahan also had to make an early exit just 5 minutes into the second half.
Speaking after Friday night’s game against Cork City, Conor McCarthy said; “The players will be off tomorrow (Saturday), plenty of their own recovery work to do.
Sunday morning we will assess, do a bit of work ahead of the Longford game. Look it’s a very short turnaround so training won’t be anything major but more for us to have an active recovery session and manage bodies.
We need to be 100% going up there, that’s why we have a squad of players here. So the boys who come in need to keep the standard and level up.”
Mike O’Halloran on Kerry defeat yesterday against Laois at Austin Stack Park in the Joe McDonagh Cup…
Kerry 0-18
Laois 1-25
A most disappointing day for Kerry hurling.
Laois were late getting to Tralee but they lost no time in getting on to the scoreboard with Liam O’Connell splitting the posts after 20 seconds to put Laois ahead, a lead they never relinquished.
Laois led 1-10 to 0-07 at half-time, with Kerry struggling in every line and finding it very difficult to deal with the power and skill of the Laois men.
The ability of the Laois players to find their men with precise passes both to hand and hurley was in total contrast to the Kerry players who struggled to transfer defence into attack.
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Up front Maurice O’Connor and Dan Goggin were unable to get into the game due to being marshalled by the Laois defenders and the poor quality of the ball they were presented with.
In the first half Kerry had points from MacKessey, Colin Walsh, Michael Leane Ronan Walsh and Killian Hayes from play with Maurice O’Connor scoring two points from placed balls.
Action from Kerry v Laois.
Kerry hoped to get the first score of the second period but it was Laois through Aaron Dunphy who did that.
Kerry struggled again the second half and were unable to hold on to the coat tails of a rampant Laois. Every time Kerry got a score, Laois replied immediately. Kerry only once were able to put two scores back to back without a Laois reply.
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Maurice O’Connor scored one point from a free, Brandon Barrett also had one, Ronan Walsh put two on the board, Colin Walsh scored three, with Fionan MacKessey adding four.
Kerry received a lesson from Laois yesterday, a lesson that my stand them in good stead for their game against Offaly in two weeks time.
One of those lessons is that you must be first to the ball another, a lesson that they will need to be more direct. The game against Offaly is make or break, a loss and the Joe McDonagh Cup will have to wait for another year. Final score Kerry 0-18 Laois 1-25.
.Michelle Cooper Galvin, receiving a civic award from Cathaoirleach Killarney Municipal District, Cllr. Niall Kelleher. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan
A POPULAR Killarney photographer was honoured on Friday with a Civic Reception by The Mayor of Killarney and elected members of the Killarney Municipal District.
The reception for Michelle Cooper Galvin took place at Killarney Town Hall recognising an incredible 50 year career in photojournalism.
Having started her career with the Cork Examiner in 1974, she spent the vast majority of her time in photography with The Kerryman where her wonderful talent flourished thanks to her professionalism and work ethic.
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While she retired from The Kerryman in 2022, Michelle still supports local community groups.
Many well-deserved tributes were paid to her on Friday at the event, which was also attended by her family, former editor of The Kerryman Declan Malone and current editor Kevin Hughes. Scroll down for photos…
Michelle Cooper Galvin with some of her family, her husband Dermot Galvin, Kevin McCann, left, Caoimhe McCann, Diarmuid Galvin, Siobhan Galvin and two of their grandchildren, Kate and Emily Galvin, at a civic reception afforded to Michelle in recognition of her contribution to Killarney and Kerry. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan.Michelle Cooper Galvin with her Husband Dermot Galvin and two of their Grandchildren, Kate and Emily Galvin, at the civic reception. Photo: Valerie O’SullivanAt a civic reception for Michelle Cooper Galvin were Cathaoirleach Killarney Municipal District, Cllr. Niall Kelleher, joined by fellow members of Killarney Municipal District seated from left, Cllr. Marie Maloney, Cllr. Maura Healy-Rae. Back row from left, Cllr. Martin Grady, Cllr. John O’Donoghue, Cllr Brendan Griffin, Cllr. Niall O’Callaghan, Matthew Farrell, Killarney Town Officer, Killarney Municipal District. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan.Michelle Cooper Galvin with John Long, left, Vice Chairman Killarney Credit Union and Mark Murphy CEO, Killarney Credit Union, at the civic reception. Photo: Valerie O’SullivanMichelle Cooper Galvin with her former Editors at the Kerryman Newspaper, Declan Malone, left and Kevin Hughes. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan.Michelle Cooper Galvin with her husband Dermot Galvin, at the civic reception. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan
A PRESENTATION was made to Kerry Mental Health Association by a kind-hearted group at the Bon Secours Hospital.
The Equality, Diversity & Inclusivity (EDI) group at Bon Secours Hospital Tralee raised €635 for Kerry Mental Health Association (KMHA) in this year’s Easter Raffle.
Colleagues from a range of cultures and backgrounds established the EDI group in 2023. It’s main aim is to ensure each member of staff feels inclusive, has a voice, and feels valued and acknowledged for what they do.
The Equality, Diversity & Inclusivity group promotes an environment free from discrimination.
David Moriarty reports on the big game at a sold-out Mounthawk Park last night…
KERRY FC 0-1 CORK CITY
On Friday night Kerry FC welcomed Munster rivals Cork City to Mounthawk Park for the first time this season.
The ground was dry and the weather was somewhat sunny on a perfect evening for League of Ireland football to kick-off the Bank Holiday weekend in Tralee. The last time these two faced each other it was the first game of the season in a sold-out Turners Cross.
City won 2-0 on the night making the score line look better than the performance from Kerry FC as they were introduced to the side who are more than likely going to go straight back up to the Premier Division next season.
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Cork have drawn four of their away games this season as Kerry will hope to pick up just their second win of the campaign.
The home side have lost twice since their outstanding eight-game unbeaten streak and there was no better time to make things right than picking up points in a sold-out Mounthawk Park.
Kerry FC had a fully fit squad for the first time this campaign which probably seemed to be a headache for First Team Head Coach Conor McCarthy, but a good one at that. A fantastic atmosphere was created by both sets of fans ahead of kick-off on what was a historic night for Kerry football.
Referee David Murphy awarded Cork City a penalty just 8 minutes into the game as Cian Coleman played a long ball over the top.
The flight of the ball was not judged well by Antonio Tuta and Andy Spain, which left a loose ball on the edge of the box to be hit by Joshua Fitzpatrick.
His effort was blocked by his own player, Jaden Umeh, but fell to Cathal O’Sullivan who tried to finish the ball into an empty net but was deemed to be blocked by the hand of Kevin Williams.
Evan McLaughlin stood up to take the penalty and slotted it down the middle to put the away side in front and send the travelling support into a frenzy.
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It got a bit frantic as the game went on, the majority of possession with Cork City, but what was more noticeable was the number of yellow cards being dished out with the likes of Daire McCarthy, Joshua Fitzpatrick and Greg Bolger all going into the referee’s book in the opening half.
Jaden Umeh had a chance to make it 2-0 just ten minutes after the opening goal but his lobbed effort went wide of the post. Umeh forced Kerry FC captain Andy Spain into an error, went around Tuta but the young striker was unable to hit the target and his shot went well wide of the mark.
Kerry FC ended the half positively as they were able to get a couple of opportunities on goal in the last ten minutes of the half.
The first came from Daniel Okwute who made some space for himself outside the area before striking one from a distance, but the shot was a bit tame and was gathered easily by Bradley Wade in the Cork goal.
The second was an Ethan Kos header who came on for the injured Andy Spain and nearly made an impact straight away but a glancing header from Kos went just wide of Wade’s right-hand post.
Kerry went in behind by a single goal to nil at the short whistle and knew that if they stayed in the game long enough that they had every chance of getting a goal and salvaging at least a point from this one.
Cork City opened the half with a couple of good chances that could not be pounced on. Jaden Umeh, firstly hitting the crossbar after a free kick into the box from Greg Bolger was pushed away as far as O’Sullivan whose shot was deflected into the path of Umeh.
He seemed to have a clear shot on goal but could not capitalise as he rattled the frame of the goal.
The second chance came from Cathal O’Sullivan, which was possibly one of the best of the game.
A fantastic long-range shot produced an unbelievable fingertip save from Antonio Tuta to keep his side in the game for that bit longer. The Croatian keeper came to Kerry FC’s rescue on that occasion
Kerry FC’s biggest chance of the half came with twenty minutes to play as Daniel Okwute did very well down the right wing, Wade knocked his cross into space, but the Cork defence did extremely well to block Amechi’s shot and clear any incoming danger from Sean McGrath who was lurking in the penalty area
Kerry continued to pile the pressure on the City defenders leading into the additional time but despite the league newcomers best efforts, they couldn’t find the back of the Cork net.
There is not much time to rest as Kerry FC are back on the road on Monday as they face Longford Town away at Bishopsgate with kick-off at the earlier time of 5pm.
KERRY FC TEAM: 1. ANTONIO TUTA, 15. KEVIN WILLIAMS, 5. ANDY SPAIN (C), 18. SAMUEL ALADESANUSI, 3. SEAN O’CONNELL, 8. RONAN TEAHAN, 21. DAIRE MCCARTHY, 7. SEAN MCGRATH, 13. NATHAN GLEESON, 11. DANIEL OKWUTE, 9. RYAN KELLIHER.
SUBS: AARON O’SULLIVAN, JACK KAVANAGH, ETHAN KOS, VALERII DOLIA, KENNEDY AMECHI, STEVEN HEALY, CIAN BROSNAN, VICTOR UDEZE, EVISON RRAMANI.
CORK CITY TEAM: 1. BRADLEY WADE, 2. HARRY NEVIN, 4.CIAN COLEMAN ( C ), 5. CHARLIE LYONS, 6. GREG BOLGER, 8. EVAN MCLAUGHLIN (GOAL ’10 PEN), 10. BARRY COFFEY, 16. SEAN MURRAY, 20. JOSHUA FITZPATRICK, 22. CATHAL O’SULLIVAN, 23. JADEN UMEH.
Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…
Grandparents play an important role in their grandchild’s life. However, some grandparents have difficulty seeing their grandchildren and spending time with them.
They can find themselves excluded from the lives of their grandchildren, and this can be very upsetting for them and for the children involved.
This can happen for many reasons, for example, if the relationship between the grandparent and parent has broken down.
Deirdre Vann Bourke, Kerry Citizens Information Manager, advises; “Grandparents do not have automatic rights in relation to their grandchildren, but there are steps you can take to improve your level of contact with them.”
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How do I request more time with my grandchildren?
You should first speak to the child’s parents or guardians. Negotiation should be explored, to try and come to an arrangement so that you can spend time with your grandchildren. If no agreement can be reached, you should consider family mediation.
This is where a trained independent professional, called a mediator, helps you and the parents come to an agreement in a safe space. Mediation addresses the needs and interests of everyone involved.
“Mediation can have better long-term effects on the family as a whole, as both sides take ownership of the arrangement they come to. The process is much less confrontational than the matter being dealt with in court” says Deirdre.
“If mediation is not successful, you can apply to the court for access to your grandchildren and furthermore, in certain situations, you can apply for custody or guardianship.”
Applying for access to a grandchild
If you are having difficulty maintaining contact with your grandchildren, you can apply for access through your local District Court. Access means you will have a legal right to direct contact with the child, which may include overnight stays (sleepovers). Before granting your application, the court will consider:
• Your existing connection with the child
• Any risk of harmful disruption to the child’s life
• The wishes of the child’s parents or guardians
• The wishes of the child if they are capable of forming their own views.
“To make an application for access, you must complete a form called Form 58.19 and submit it to the court. You can download this form from Courts.ie or call into your local CIC to get one.
The court will always put your grandchild’s needs first. The child’s best interests are set out in Section 63 of the Children and Family Relationships Act 2015.
The rules about access are set out in Section 11B of the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964, as amended. You should get professional legal advice before making an application.
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Applying for custody of a grandchild
“If you have custody of a child, you are responsible for their day-to-day care, accommodation and upbringing. Any relative, including a grandparent, can apply to their local District Court for custody of a child,” advises Deirdre.
“Usually, the court will only grant you custody if it has the parents’ or guardians’ consent. However, the court can decide that the parents’ consent is not needed if a custody order is in the child’s best interests.
“If you are granted custody of your grandchild and they are to live with you, the court can specify the level of contact, if any, that the child must have with their parent(s). You should get professional legal advice before making an application for custody.”
Kinship care
In some circumstances, grandparents, other relatives or a family friend may take on the full-time care of children and young people, when parents are not able to care for them. Sometimes this is referred to as a private family arrangement or ‘kinship care’.
Most kinship care arrangements are informal unlike relative foster care which is a formal arrangement. Contact a CIC for more details.
Getting financial support
If you are the main carer of the child, and the child is not being properly maintained financially by either or both parents, you can apply to the District Court for a maintenance order. This means that, if the court grants your application, the parent(s) must give you money towards the care of the child.
You may also be eligible to claim the Guardian’s Payment from the Department of Social Protection.
It is not necessary to be a legally appointed guardian. You may get this payment if the child lives with you, and you are responsible for their care.
Becoming a guardian
“Guardianship means you have legal responsibility for certain decisions and to carry out duties in relation to a child’s upbringing. For example, decisions about their medical or dental treatment, or their religious or cultural upbringing.
As a grandparent, or other relative carer, you can apply to your local District Court for guardianship if:
• You have provided the day-to-day care of the child for at least 12 months in a row and
• There is no parent or guardian willing (or able) to carry out guardianship responsibilities in respect of the child
You can also apply for guardianship if the child’s parents die without appointing a guardian in their will. A person can apply for guardianship up until a child reaches 18 years of age.”
To apply for guardianship, you must complete a form called a ‘Notice of application by an eligible person to be appointed a guardian’. This form, which is sometimes called a Form 58.30, can be submitted to your local District Court. You can download this form from www.courts.ie or by contacting your local CIC. You should get professional legal advice before making an application.”
Your guardianship duties
The court will decide the extent of your guardianship rights and responsibilities. You may have the same duties as the child’s parents, or only certain duties. The court can also remove your guardianship rights at a later date if it is in the child’s best interests.
Temporary guardianship
A parent can nominate you to act as a temporary guardian of their child if they are unable to carry out their own guardianship duties – for example, if they become seriously ill or injured.
I was granted access or custody, but still cannot see my grandchild
“If you already have an access order or a custody order from the court, but you are still not getting contact with your grandchild, you can seek an enforcement order from the court. An enforcement order is a further legal instruction to the parents or guardians that they must allow you to see your grandchild, at the specific times set out in the order.
“The enforcement order may allow additional access to compensate for lost time, reimbursement for any wasted expenses or require those involved to attend a parenting programme or counselling.
If the parents or guardians refuse to comply with an access or custody order, they can be fined up to €2,500, go to prison for up to 12 months, or both.”
I was granted access or custody, but my circumstances have changed
“The terms set out in your access order or custody order do not have to last forever” says Deirdre. “If your circumstances change, you can apply to the court for a variation order. This means the court will update some (or all) aspects of the access or custody order. You can also ask the court to cancel the original access or custody order altogether. Contact your local CIC for more details.
Appealing the court’s decision
“The District Court makes decisions about access, custody and guardianship applications based on the child’s best interests. If you are not satisfied with the court’s decision, you can make an appeal within 14 days of the decision being made. To make an appeal, you must complete a form called a ‘Notice of Appeal to District Court’. This form can be downloaded from courts.ie or you can get one from your local CIC. You should get professional legal advice before making an appeal.”
Getting legal advice and other supports
It is important to get professional legal advice before going to court. “Solicitors’ fees can vary considerably so shop around and get some quotes before deciding who to use. Alternatively, you may qualify for Legal Aid.
Another option is FLAC (Free Legal Advice Centres) which is an independent, voluntary organisation that operates a network of legal advice clinics throughout the country. These clinics are confidential, free of charge and open to all. Contact your nearest Citizens Information Centre for information on FLAC services in your area.”
Information and support for grandparents
There is a lot more information available in relation to this subject and various organisations and supports available to you. If you would like more information about any of the issues covered, please telephone or call into your local CIC. Staff will be happy to discuss your situation with you and lay out your options.
• 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.
Our movie guy, James Finnegan has the pick of the movies on TV today…
The films start today with a sequel (the hint is in the title) is The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part(Saturday 6.35pm RTE1) is an animated adventure set five years after the first film.
Teenager Finn has rebuilt Bricksburg into a post-apocalyptic wasteland. When Emmet (voiced by Chris Pratt) is disturbed by a vision of impending doom, he and Lucy (Elizabeth Banks) must fight to protect their home city from invaders.
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The Green Mile (Saturday 9pm RTE2) reunites the “Shawshank” team of the Steven King novel with the screenwriting, directing and producing talents of Frank Darabont.
Michael Clarke Duncan, in a career best performance, plays John Coffey, a giant of a man on death row.
However, his sensitivity, gentle nature and amazing healing powers makes the Chief Warden Paul Edgecomb (Tom Hanks) begin to doubt that he could be capable of murder.
Also starring David Morse, James Cromwell, Bonnie Hunt, Sam Rockwell, Harry Dean Staunton and Patricia Clarkson in a uniformly brilliant cast, this is highly recommended.
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The End of the Affair (Saturday 9.45 TG4) is Neil Jordan’s period drama starring Ralph Fiennes and Julianne Moore, adapted from the novel by Graham Greene.
Set in 1946, a chance encounter between a man and his former lover’s husband set a tragic string of events in train. Why did the lovers split up? The recounting of their affair lends to long buried feelings being unearthed. Again, great performances and a visual treat.
Liam Neeson has established himself in recent years as a more mature everyman action hero. In Cold Pursuit (Saturday 9.55pm RTE1), he plays Nels Coxman, hard working snowplough driver.
He abandons his quiet mountain life when his son is murdered by a power drug lord. In this film, Nels has a very specific set of skills, which these times are of the hunting variety, which is bad news for the baddies.
His actions also set up a turf war between two rival gang bosses so there is no shortage of action scenes.
The traditional Bank Holiday Clint Eastwood film is Pale Rider(Sunday 12.05am RTE1) where a mysterious preacher with lethal gunfighting skills helps a mining community fight a ruthless landowner. Enjoy!
.Tralee Branch of the Irish Society members Alannah O’Connor (Volunteer), Ed O’Connor (Vice Chairperson), Chris Griffin (Chairperson), Noreen O’Mahony (Kirby’s Brogue Inn) and Kathleen Curtin (Secretary) announcing the total for this year’s Daffodil Day.
THE Tralee Branch of The Irish Cancer Society were delighted to announce the final figure for their Daffodil Day Collection 2024.
An amazing €15,280 was raised this year and the Branch would like to sincerely thank all their fantastic volunteers, without whom this collection would not be possible, and the generosity of the people of Tralee for their continued support.
Daffodil Day, which took place on March 22, is the Irish Cancer Society’s biggest fundraising event of the year. Funds raised helps provide free services and support to cancer patients and their families across Ireland.
AFTER a seven point victory over Cork in Brosnan last weekend, the Kerry ladies senior footballers are back in Munster Championship again on Sunday.
Waterford provide the opposition in Round 3 of the Champioship and a good crowd is expected in Cordal GAA for a 1pm throw-in time. Tickets for the match can be purchased by clicking here.
Here’s the Kerry team captained by Aisling O’Connell…
TRALEE Rowing Club is celebrating biodiversity in Tralee for Biodiversity Week with an event on Sunday, May 19 at the Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre.
People are invited to drop in from 11am -1pm and meet community groups, agencies and enterprises involved in biodiversity conservation and learn the art of willow weaving or join them in the afternoon for activities and guided walks.
Tralee Rowing Club is currently running its Biodiversity Awareness Implementation Project funded by Community Foundation Ireland.
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This project arose out work undertaken by Dr Noel Mulligan, Ecologist on the Tralee Ship Canal and the amenity that Kerry County Council has developed over recent years since the canal was restored in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s.
Tralee Rowing Club’s Community Biodiversity Action Plan – Gateway to Biodiversity was also funded by Community Foundation Ireland.
It was clear from the research undertaken in developing the plan that there is a wealth of biodiversity that needs to be protected and needs to be promoted.
The 3km long canal and its adjacent pathway has some interesting and very accessible ecology. In addition, the canal lies within and is surrounded by important wildlife sites including five Special Areas of Conservation, three Special Protection Areas and two Nature Reserves.
All of this wildlife and perhaps one of the finest public walking, cycling and running amenities in the wider region makes the Tralee Ship Canal the gateway to biodiversity and to Kerry the wildlife kingdom.
In addition to guided walks to areas of biodiversity Interest, the Tralee Rowing Club project involves a radio programme to be recorded and aired in the autumn on the theme of Biodiversity. The centre piece of the project is the upcoming Biodiversity Showcase Event that is being run on 19th May at the Tralee Bay Wetland Centre.
The Biodiversity Showcase Event is being jointly run by Tralee Rowing Club in partnership with Kerry Co Co Biodiversity Office. It is one of the many events and activities being run in Kerry as part of the Biodiversity Week 2024 running from 17th to 26th May.
.Kerry’s budding astrophotographers are urged to enter the ‘Reach for the Stars’ competition. Photographed to mark the launch of the competition at Killakee View Point, Dublin, were Stephenie Brophy Lee, Technical Officer, Astronomy and Astrophysics section at DIAS; and Jeremy Rigney, Lindsay PhD Scholar at DIAS and Armagh Observatory and Planetarium. Photo: Marc O’Sullivan
PHOTOGRAPHY and astronomy fans in Kerry have one final opportunity to submit their entries for the ‘Reach for the Stars’ astrophotography, before the deadline on Friday, May 10.
The competition, organised by the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) , is seeking the best astro-photographs taken in Ireland over the period April 28, 2023 and May 10, 2024.
Commenting today on the approaching deadline, Dr. Eucharia Meehan, CEO and Registrar of DIAS said: “The 2024 deadline is fast approaching, and we’re delighted to see the entries coming in. The addition of a new category this year inviting entries taken on smartphones is a great opportunity and I encourage anyone in Kerry who has an interest in astronomy and the night sky to get out there and get involved.”
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“You don’t have to be a professional photographer to appreciate our night sky, you don’t need to own a telescope – we just ask that you follow the competition guidelines carefully to ensure your images meet the criteria. I would really encourage people in Kerry to get out with their cameras or phones over the next week, before the closing date.”
Entries to the ‘Reach for the Stars’ competition will be judged by Professor Peter Gallagher, Head of Astrophysics at DIAS, along with Brenda Fitzsimons, Picture Editor of The Irish Times; John Flannery, Vice-President of the Irish Astronomical Society; and Niamh Breathnach, Director at Alice Public Relations.
Entrants may submit up to two images per category to the competition. The deadline for entries is 5pm on Friday, May 10. Submissions can be made across five distinct categories:
1. Night Sky in Your Hand: Images taken with only a smartphone, and without telescopes, of an astronomical scene.
2. Out of this World – Planetary: Images of the planets, sun and moon.
3. Out of this World – Deep Sky: Images of celestial objects that exist outside our solar system such as nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies.
4. Back on Earth – Landscape: Images that depict a feature of astronomical interest as a prominent feature and elements such as nature, land or water.
5. Back on Earth – Landmark: Images that depict a feature of astronomical interest as a prominent feature and elements such as cityscapes, buildings, houses, historical structures or monuments.
The winning photographers across the different categories will receive various prize packages that include: passes to the three sites of the Astronomical Observatories of Ireland – Dunsink Observatory (Race to Space Escape Room), Armagh Observatory and Birr Castle Demesne; vouchers for photographic / telescopic equipment; and digital subscriptions to The Irish Times.
Further information, including the competition guidelines and entry form, is available at www.reachforthestars.ie
A LOCAL councillor has expressed concern about recent reports of anti-social behavior on a Fenit beach.
Fianna Fáil Tralee MD Councillor Mikey Sheehy said he is deeply concerned about reports involving drag racing and reckless driving.
A local resident alerted Cllr Sheehy to an alarming incident where a group of individuals was seen drag racing and performing dangerous manoeuvres on the beach, endangering both the tombolo linking to Fenit Island and the safety of beachgoers.
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“The tombolo, a vital natural feature, is currently under threat due to erosion, and local efforts are underway to protect and enhance it,” said Cllr Sheehy. “However, these efforts are undermined by the irresponsible actions of a few individuals who prioritise thrills over environmental preservation and community safety.”
In light of this incident, Cllr Sheehy has called for immediate action to address this issue and prevent further damage to the beach and surrounding ecosystem.
He has urged authorities to increase surveillance and enforcement measures, including the possibility of deploying a summer guard for Fenit, to deter anti-social behaviour and ensure the safety of residents and visitors.
He encouraged anyone with information about such incidents to come forward and assist in tackling the issue.
.Aoife Gibbons, Shonagh Fitzpatrick, Becky Bryant, Leah Boyle and Saoirse Dorrian at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE academic year is coming to an end for students at Munster Technological University so last night was an opportune time for students to celebrate.
Students taking courses under the auspices of the Health and Leisure Department decided to get together in style with a Ball at The Rose Hotel.
Around 190 students and faculty members gathered for the glamorous occasion, which also marked the 30th anniversary of the Health and Leisure Department.
After a delicious meal, entertainment came from Jonno Clifford And The Subs with Big Jim taking the party into the early hours. It was a very stylish occasion as you can see from the photos below…
Emma Glynn and Sean Kennedy at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.Fionn de Quadros, April O’Connor, Jennifer Deasy and Conor Smyth at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanLiam Enright, Jane Dillon, John Burns and Paddy Connolly at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.Vuk Babic, Ciaran McEneany, Aine Donegan and Robert McCarthy at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanRyan Learn, Jaimee Montpetit, Jaclyn Fraser and Robyn White at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanAoife Kerins, Rachel Nealon, Katie Nicholas, Delia Foley and Saoirse Tompkins at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.Cormac James, Christine Fitzgerald, Mollie Mcweeney, Katrina Breskova and Nathan O’Reilly at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanHeather Culloty and Airida Matebiciute at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.Eoghan Kelliher and Tara Enright at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanMaeve Higgins, Ciara Bethell, Kerry Oba, Aoibhinn Morrissey and Grainne Galvin at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanMarta Gacek, Kyla Seguin, Cathal Moriarty, Emma Glynn, Sean Kennedy and Aoife Gibbonsat the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.Tadhg O’Connor and Caoimhe McCarthy at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanLiam Enright and Jane Dillon at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.Stephen Doherty and Ella Courtney at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanIsabelle Halligan, Kayla Devlin, Aoibhe O’Doherty and Liana Williams at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.Declan Kelly and Róisín Tucker at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanAine Donegan and Robert McCarthy at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanCiaran Cunningham and Niamh Broderick at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.Eliie O’Connell, Deirdre Kelly and Emily O’Sullivan at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanJamie Gaire, Jamie Mitchell and Brendan Courtney at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanAndrew Brancato and Joanne Deay at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanBrian Cassidy, Kamila Khomutova, Melanie Higgins, Ella Mackey and Darragh Bryant at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanSean Thompson and Nadine Whyte at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanShannon McCarthy, Chloe Griffin, Sarah Donnelly, Edel Browne and Rebecca O’Connell at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanJessie O’Keeffe, Josh Murphy, Aisling Healy, Allie O’Keeffe, Layla Rose Brennan and Aisling Cahill at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanStudents at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanDarragh Bryant and Brian Cassidy at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanStudents at the MTU Health and Leisure Ball at The Rose Hotel on Thursday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
KERRY have announced their team to play Clare in the Munster SFC Final in Ennis this Sunday.
The game has a 1.45pm throw-in time at Cusack Park and Kerry are hot favourites for the decider. It’s an all Tralee midfield pairing of Joe O’Connor and Diarmuid O’Connor while Rockies Dylan Casey and Armin Heinrich are on the bench.
Here’s the team captained by Paudie Clifford.
1. (GK) Shane Murphy — Dr Crócaigh
2. Paul Murphy — Rath Mhór
3. Jason Foley — Baile Uí Donnachú
4. Tom O’Sullivan — Daingean Uí Chúis
5. Brian Ó Beaglaoich — An Ghaeltacht
6. Tadhg Morley — Teampall Nua
7. Gavin White — Dr Crócaigh
8. Diarmuid O’Connor — Na Gaeil
9. Joe O’Connor — Aibhistín de Staic
10. Dara Moynihan — Spa Cill Airne
11. Paudie Clifford — An Fhosadh
12. Cillian Burke — Baile an Mhuillin/Caisleán na Mainge
13. Tony Brosnan – Dr Crócaigh
14. David Clifford — An Fhosadh
15. Seán O’Shea — An Neidín
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16 (GK) Shane Ryan — Rath Mhór
17 Seán O’Brien — Lios An Phúca
18 Adrian Spillane — Teampall Nua
19 Barry Dan O’Sullivan — Daingean Uí Chúis
20 Dylan Casey — Aibhistín de Staic
21 Paul Geaney — Daingean Uí Chúis
22 Stephen O’Brien — An Neidín
23 Mike Breen — Lios an Phúca
24 Killian Spillane — Teampall Nua
25 Darragh Roche — Gleann Fleisce
26 Armin Heinrich — Aibhistín de Staic
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.President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Badminton Award winners at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
THE MTU Clubs & Societies Awards Evening 2024 was held on Monday, April 22 at the Meadowlands Hotel.
Over 180 students, staff and invited guests gathered to celebrate student participation and achievement in Clubs and Societies.
The Awards Ceremony is a formal tribute to the University’s student ambassadors and Professor Maggie Cusack opened the ceremony by paying tribute to all our students who get involved in clubs and societies throughout the year and commended their hard work and commitment.
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At the ceremony the Sports Office presented the Club Person of the Year awards for each club and citations to students who have given their time and effort to their respective clubs throughout the year.
The Societies Office also presented the Society Person of the Year Awards for each society and citations to students who have given their time and effort to their respective societies throughout the year.
The night concluded with the announcement of the four main awards of the night.
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making the Sports Person of the Year Award presentation to Danielle O’Leary at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
The Team of the Year Award went to the Senior Men’s Gaelic Football Team and the Sports Person of the Year Award went to Danielle O’Leary (Ladies Football & Camogie).
The Society of the Year Award went to the Nursing and Agricultural Society and the Society Person of the Year Award went to Diana De Sousa (International Society).
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CLUB PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2023/2024
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation of the Athletics Award to Bogdan Palianytsia to at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
ATHLETICS Bogdan Palianytsia
ATHLETICS Natasha Myers
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Natasha Myers at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Aoibhinn Morrissey for Basketball at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
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RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL Joseph Grego
BADMINTON Laura O’ Connor
BOXING Arven Michel
BOXING Rani Wheeza
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU Michael Wycherley
DARTS Michael Dowling
EQUESTRIAN Sophie Ellen Grouden
JUDO Rani Wheeza
JUDO Darragh Elbel
MEN’S RUGBY Jack McCarthy
WOMEN’S RUGBY Jaclyn Fraser
TAG RUGBY Tommy Hurley
VOLLEYBALL Daniel Fok-Seang
VOLLEYBALL Anna Kovalenko
MEN’S SOCCER Graham O’ Reilly
MEN’S B SOCCER Liam Enright
WOMEN’S SOCCER Melanie Higgins
SENIOR FOOTBALL Conor Melia
LADIES FOOTBALL Caoimhe Evans
CAMOGIE Sinead O’ Brien
HURLING Jimmy O’ Halloran
FRESHER FOOTBALL Sam McCarthy
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SPORTS OFFICE CITATIONS 2023/2024
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Sophie Perrott for Athletics at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Athletics
Natasha Myers
Sophie Perrott
Basketball
Aoibhinn Morrissey
Badminton
Colin O Sullivan
Mun Li Pan
Jia Chyen Queek
Sang Zhe Lee
Oisin Ryall
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to students for Boxing at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Boxing
Sharaf Almubarak
Michael Wycherley
Sarah Qiao Zhang
Al Hassan Hassan
.President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Ollie Fitzgerald at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Ollie Fitzgerald
Darts
Daniel Fok-Seang
Emma Lynch
Equestrian
Jessie Roche
Aisling Williams
Rugby
Cormac James
Tag Rugby
Nathan O’ Reilly
Table Tennis
Yunis Barudi
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Jake Reidy and Tiernan Quirke at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Volleyball
Tiernan Quirke
Jake Reidy
Arjanit Hoxha
Abdullah Abuhasson
.President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Women’s Soccer Award winners at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Women’s Soccer
Lauryn Sheridan
Ciara Quinn
Stuart Etherington
Recreational Soccer
Luke Dennehy
Senior Football
Donagh O’ Sullivan
Fresher Football
Conor Melia
Donagh O’ Sullivan
Ladies Football
Ada Relihan
Delia Foley
Niamh Broderick
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Camogie Award winners at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh.
Camogie
Edel Sheehan
Nadine White
Danielle O’ Leary
Hurling
Joe Diggins
SOCIETY PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2023/24
Bang FM: Conor Hogan
Beekeeping Society: Natty Augusten
Board Games Society: Emmanuella G. Nyamekye
Business Society: Aoife Angland
Christian Union Society: Jake Carroll
Cinema Society: Laura Corkery
Cumann Gaelach: Muire Kingston
Dance Society: Anna Kovalenko
Diabetes Support Society: Niall Twomey
Green Campus Society: John O’Brien
International Society: Diana De Sousa
LGBTQ+ Society: Alan O’Brien
Mature Student Society: Gilligan Goggin
Nursing and Agricultural Society: Zoe Merriman & Joe Hennessy
Wildlife Society: Michael Wycherley
SOCIETIES OFFICE CITATIONS 2023 /2024
Bang FM
Conor Hogan
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to the Beekeeping Society at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Beekeeping Society
Chris Dury
Natty Augusten
Board Games Society
Emmanuella Nyamekye
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Aoife Angland of the Business Society at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Business Society
Aoife Angland
Chess Society
Yunis Barudi
Christian Union Society
Jake Carroll
Emilia Rypalaska
Cinema Society
Miranda Darnell
Sara Flannery
Bronagh Foley
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Bronagh Foley and Muire Kingston of Cumann Gaelach at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh.
Cumann Gaelach
Bronagh Foley
Muire Kingston
Dance Society
Anna Kovalenko
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Diabetes Society Students at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Diabetes Support Society
Niall Twomey
Afeefah Memon
Emma Lynch
Daniel Fox-Seang
Gaming Society
Roman Hnatyshyn
Green Campus Society
John O’Brien
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to International Society students at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
International Society
Ietezaz Hassan
Sharaf Almubarak
Diana De Sousa
Abdullah Abuhasson
Mahima Sujan
Layan Althwaeeb
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to LGBTQ+ students at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
LGBTQ+ Society
Kass Smith
Gemma Crowley
Alex Doyle Kingston
Alan O’Brien
Drew Barrett
Nicola Ryan
Mature Student Society
Maria Tang
Gillian Goggin
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Nursing and Agri Society Students at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Nursing and Agricultural Society
Joe Hennessy
Lenora Kelly
Zoe Merriman
Ava Roche
Sean Murphy
Caitlin O’Shaughnessy
Kate Lordan
Jennifer Raferty
President of MTU, Maggie Cusack making a presentation to Photography Society recipients at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
Photography Society
Karen Amumpaire
Rani Wheeza
Trad Society
Rose Yoder
Wildlife Society
Michael Wycherly
Students at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick WalshStudents at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick WalshStudents at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick WalshStudents at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick WalshStudents at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick WalshStudents at the MTU Clubs and Societies Awards at The Meadowlands Hotel on Monday, April 22. Photo by Domnick Walsh
David Moriarty reports on Kerry’s FC’s game against Longford Town on Monday evening…
By Dan Kearney
Our movie guy, James Finnegan has the pick of the movies on TV today…
Teenager Finn has rebuilt Bricksburg into a post-apocalyptic wasteland. When Emmet (voiced by Chris Pratt) is disturbed by a vision of impending doom, he and Lucy (Elizabeth Banks) must fight to protect their home city from invaders.
The End of the Affair (Saturday 9.45 TG4) is Neil Jordan’s period drama starring Ralph Fiennes and Julianne Moore, adapted from the novel by Graham Greene.
He abandons his quiet mountain life when his son is murdered by a power drug lord. In this film, Nels has a very specific set of skills, which these times are of the hunting variety, which is bad news for the baddies.
The traditional Bank Holiday Clint Eastwood film is Pale Rider (Sunday 12.05am RTE1) where a mysterious preacher with lethal gunfighting skills helps a mining community fight a ruthless landowner. Enjoy!
TRALEE Rowing Club is celebrating biodiversity in Tralee for Biodiversity Week with an event on Sunday, May 19 at the Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre.
A LOCAL councillor has expressed concern about recent reports of anti-social behavior on a Fenit beach.
