SENIOR MEN CO LEAGUE – Round 6:
We played away to Castleisland Desmonds last evening in Round 6 of the Co League. Throw in was at 7.30 p.m. on a beautiful summer’s evening.
James Duggan opened the scoring with a point from play to Mitchels and this was followed by 3 pts by Castleisland Cian O’Connor 2 from play and 1 from a free.
Mitchels added a point from play with a solo effort from Sean Moloney. Castleisland followed up with two further points followed by 3 James Duggan points one from play 2 from frees leaving the 1st quarter level at 5 points each.
Mitchels added 3 further points before half time 2 Alan O’Donoghue converted frees and 1 from play by Jack Myers. Castleisland added 1 further point from play by Brian Leonard leaving the half time Score Castleisland Desmonds 0-06, John Mitchels 0-08. We had two great saves by our Goalkeeper Dermot Raggett when Castlleisland Desmonds dominated in the 1st quarter.
Mitchels completely dominated the 2nd half scoring 5 points in the 3rd quarter with Castleisland Desmonds only scoring 1 point. Mitchels scorers Alan O’Donoghue (1-01), Shane O’Connor (0-02), Sean Moloney (0-01) leaving the score Castleisland 0-07 John Mitchels 1-12 heading into the last quarter.
With Mitchels in complete control of the game they added on 4 more points 1 each from Shane O’Connor, Stevie O’Mahoney, Alan O’Donoghue and James Duggan all from play. Castleisland added on a further 2 points leaving the final score Castleisland Desmonds 0-09 John Mitchels 1-16.
Mitchels were deserving winners and the final score reflected their dominance in the game.
We are home to Kerins O’Rahillys in Round 7 on Saturday July 1st at 7.30 p.m.
ALL SUPPORT APPRECIATED.
Round 8: Away to St Marys (July 16th)
Round 9: Home to Templenoe (July 23rd)
Round 10: Away to Dingle (Aug 13th)
Round 11: Home to Miltown/Castlemaine (Aug 27th or Sept 24th)
Town Board Senior Championship 2017 Intermediate Final:
Ballymacelligott & John Mitchels {Venue TBC}
This game will take place on Saturday June 24th at 7.30p.m.
As it is a final The Board is seeking a Neutral Venue for this fixture and will be in contact on this.
JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE – Round 4
Friday June 23rd @ 7.30 p.m.
John Mitchels v Moyvane
Round 5 Fixture Friday July 7th @ 7.30 p.m.
St Pats v John Mitchels
Coiste Thrá Lí Junior Town League Fixtures 2017:
Rd 2 Austin Stacks v John Mitchels June 26th @ 7.30 p.m.
Rd 3 Na Gaeil v John Mitchels July 10th @ 7.30 p.m.
Rd 4 St. Pats v John Mitchels July 31st @ 7.30 p.m.
Rd 5 John Mitchels v Ballymac August 7th @ 7.30 p.m.
Keane’s SuperValu Minor Football Championship 2017
Preliminary Rd & Rd 1 Draw 1st named = home venue – Extra Time
Preliminary Rd -Thurs 29 June
Shannon Rgs v Kerins O’Rahillys (A)
Round 1 Tues/Wed 4/5 July
South Kerry v Firies
Kenmare District v Austin Stacks
East Kerry v St Kierans
Mid Kerry v Dingle
(A) v Laune Rgs
Dr Crokes v Feale Rgs
West Kerry v St Brendans
IMPORTANT NOTICE – MOUTHGUARDS:
Please notify and advise all team managers both in the Senior and Underage structure of the importance of passing on the below information to their players.
It is vital that ALL players both Underage & Senior wear mouth-guards while playing/training.
If no mouth-guard worn and a player receives a dental injury then the Player Injury Scheme Claim will be declined.
U14 BOYS:
Our under 14 team are on a break from games for a few weeks while the
Under 14 Championship takes place.
We are training on Tuesday evening from 5.30 to 7p.m. at the moment.
The fixtures for the Central League are out and are as follows:
June 26th Kerins O Rahillys (home)
July 3rd Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane (home)
July 10th An Gaeltacht (away)
July 17th Churchill(away)
U14 LADIES:
The County League is now finished and we will train for North Kerry League,
U13 and U 15 County Championships and Town League and U 13 Sandra Keane
Blitz. Training continues every Monday and Thursday. Teamers will be sent
out.
U16 LADIES:
We have a break now from matches until after the Junior Certificate.
Training will continue every Monday and Thursday for the North Kerry
League, Town Championship and U 15 Championship which will take place over
the Summer. Teamers will be sent out.
CLUB MEMBERSHIP:
Club Membership of John Mitchels for 2017 is now due
Membership fees are as follows:
Patron Membership €160
Ex-Pats €160
which includes
– Adult Membership
– Entry to the weekly Lotto and
– Free Admission to all home County League Games
Adult membership €60
O.A.P €20
Students/Juveniles €30
Family – 2 Adults with 2 Children €150
Club Registrar George Lowe will be available to collect Membership Fees between 7.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays Ballyseedy Complex. Alternatively George can be contacted on 087 2743161 or lowegeorge43@yahoo.com
JUVENILE REGISTRATION – IMPORTANT REMINDER:
Please note that registration fees are now overdue for both Boys and Girls.
It is essential that every Juvenile is registered to cover them for Medical Insurance while participating in Club activities and games.
JUVENILE TRAINING:
Please note that Juvenile Training will continue next Sunday June 24th.
U6s:
Training continues next Sunday from 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon
U8s:
John Mitchels U8 boys had a busy week of training and football games this week. First up were the Town GO GAMES which were held in NA GAEIL. We played 3 very competitive games. Both coaches & players were very happy with the performance. Training continues next Sunday morning from 10.30am to 12.00pm GUM SHIELDS ESSENTIAL please feel free to bring a friend ALL WELCOME until then KEEP ON PRACTICING !!
U10 Boys:
We had a great session of training last Sunday despite the heat. Gerard, Nathan, Luke, Adam and Tomas put in a huge effort and got on a load of ball. Will Jim, Joey, Coiln and Connor tackled with all their might and were very effective players. Killian, Tadhg, Pascal and Robbie kept working hard and kept improving their skills. Rudhrai, Enda, Brogan and Nadal and the rest of the lads put in great effort and are great prospects for the future. Well done again to all and we have Go games on Tuesday or Wednesday in Na Gael watch out for texts, bring gum shields.
SPRING CLEANOUT – CLOTHES FUNDRAISER:
John Mitchels are commencing their Clothes Collection again for 2017 so please donate any unwanted Clothes and Textiles (clean re-wearable clothes, paired shoes, belts, handbags, curtains, towels, bed linen, soft toys are accepted) Where possible please donate at least 3+ bags – this really does raise much needed funds for our Club. Please drop items to the the Complex, Ballyseedy.
LOTTO:
13/06/2017 Numbers Drawn 4 , 9 , 19 , 20
Jackpot €2,500 No Winner
Consolation Prize Winners
€100 – Leah O’Sullivan c/o Brendan ,
€25 – Anne Mc Evoy c/o Mark,
€25 – Noreen Hoare c/o Bingo
€25 – John Mc Evoy c/o Mark
Next Draw 20/06/2017 Jackpot €2,500
BINGO:
Our Bingo continues on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday nights. Bingo is a vital fundraiser for the Club and all funds raised from the Bingo goes directly back into the Club and all support is greatly appreciated.
Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.
JOHN MITCHELS SPORTS COMPLEX:
Our Sports Complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings on the Sports Hall and All Weather pitch. The Complex is also open for children’s parties. Further information contact the Club reception on
066 7197070.
MERCHANDISE:
Please note that all club merchandise is now available for purchasing only through Henneberys Sports Shop, Ashe St, Tralee and is no longer for sale at our complex in Ballyseedy.
Please also note that our Club colours are – Green and Gold Jerseys, White togs and Green and Gold socks.
SYMPATHY:
To the family of Michael O’Donovan, Ard Na Li, Oakpark and San Francisco
To the family of Patrick (Pat) O’Connor Hegarty, Stillorglin Dublin and formerly of Tralee
To the family of Thomas Kelliher, Ahane, Ballymacelligott, Tralee
To the family of Michael O’Leary, Shanakill, Tralee and formerly of Enniscorthy, Wexford
To the family of Catherine Lenihan (nee Trant), Leith, Abbeydorney
To the family of Eoin Murphy, Shanakill, and formerly of Connolly Park, Tralee
May they Rest in Peace
ANY OTHER BUSINESS:
If anyone has anything of particular interest in relation to the Club and its surrounding Community which you would like to have included in the notes please email pro.johnmitchels.kerry@gaa.ie .
