DATES FOR THE DIARY:
Juvenile Summer Camp – 16th – 20th July. Further details to follow.
Kevin McMahon Blitz – Saturday 21st July
Night at the Dogs Fundraiser for Juveniles – Friday August 10th
Lip Sing – Sunday October 28th
Co League 2018 – Round 5 Kerins O’Rahillys v John Mitchels:
We played Kerins O’Rahillys in Round 5 of the Senior football league last Saturday evening. Throw in was at 5.00 p.m. and conditions were perfect for football with a dry evening and a light cross field breeze.
O’Rahillys found the net immediately after throw in with a Con Barrett goal which was followed by 2 further points from O’Rahillys. Mitchels responded with 3 points from play from Alan O’Donoghue and Steven O’Mahony. O’Rahillys added on a further point from play which was followed by a Seán Maloney point from play leaving the 1st quarter scoreline 1-03 to 0-04 points.
O’Rahillys completed dominated the 2nd quarter by adding 7 further points and Mitchels could only manage 1 point, a converted free by Wayne Duggan leaving the half time score O’Rahillys 1-10 John Mitchels 0-05.
The same trend continued throughout the 2nd half and Mitchels could only add a further 4 points, 2 converted frees from Wayne Duggan and 2 points from Alan O’Donoghue.
Kerins O’Rahillys added 6 further points to their tally in the 2nd half leaving the final score Kerins O’Rahillys 1-16 John Mitchels 0-09.
Round 6 John Mitchels v Killarney Legion June 10th @ 2.00 p.m. tbc
Round 7 John Mitchels v An Ghaeltacht June 17th @ 2.00 p.m.
Round 8 Dr Crokes v John Mitchels July 1st @ 2.00 p.m.
Round 9 John Mitchels v Rathmore July 15th @ 2.00 p.m.
Round 10 Spa Killarney v John Mitchels July 29th @ 2.00 p.m.
Round 11 John Mitchels v Glenbeigh/Glencar August 12th tbc
1st Team has Home advantage
Round 1 Beaufort 2-14 John Mitchels 0-13
Round 2 John Mitchels 1-13 Dingle 0-09
Round 3 Templenoe 0-12 John Mitchels 1-09
Round 4 John Mitchels 0-15 St Mary’s 2-09
Round 5 Kerins O’Rahillys 1-16 John Mitchels 0-09
Co. Junior Football Leagues 2018 Round 2. Friday 1st June @ 7.30 p.m. Spa v John Mitchels
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR JUNIOR MEN TEAM
Round 3. 8th June John Mitchels v Killarney Legion
Round 4. 22nd June John Mitchels v Glenflesk
Round 5. 6th July John Mitchels v. Beaufort
SENIOR LADIES:
Senior ladies training Wednesday’s at 8pm and Friday’s at 7pm. If anyone would like to give it a go please contact Tanya on 0876258737. New members always welcome.
CLUB MEMBERSHIP:
Club Membership of John Mitchels for 2018 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
George Lowe Registrar will be available to collect Membership Fees between 7.30-8.30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday evenings.
Stephen Brosnan, Juvenile Registrar will be available to collect Juvenile Membership Fees between 10.00 a.m. – 12.00 noon on Sunday Mornings.
It is essential that all Juveniles are registered. Unregistered Players are not covered by the GAA Insurance Scheme.
IMPORTANT NOTICE SCÓR:
Anyone interested in taking part in Scór na bPáistí and Scór na nÓg, please contact: Paul Barden (087) 2125045
Also, any Adult interested in
Ø Singing
Ø Dancing
Ø Taking part in Quizes
Should also contact Paul The Group will endeavor to bring the Club back into the Scór Competition
U8s:
Last Sunday saw John Mitchels U8 boys and girls working on their fitness levels. The coaches were in bright and early to set up a few obstacle courses and challenges for them and we’re happy to report that they are all super fit!!
Next week we will be moving from the Astro pitch to our Juvenile training pitch so don’t forget boys and girls keep on practicing!! Training continues every Sunday morning 10.30am to 12.00pm GUM SHIELDS ESSENTIAL.
U10:
The Under 10s had a great training session on Sunday with everyone putting in a great effort. Hand passing, kick passing and all the rest of the skills were practised. The Game at the end was very competitive with great tackling, passing and scores, well done everyone. Those of you who are under 9, (under 8 last year) will have a Blitz in Caherslee on Wednesday, look out for the text.
SPRING CLEANOUT – CLOTHES FUNDRAISER:
John Mitchels are commencing their Clothes Collection again for 2018 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:
22/05/2018 Numbers Drawn 4 , 9 ,10 , 14
Jackpot €3,600 No Winner
Consolation Prize Winners
€100 – Vincent O’Mahony c/o Vincent
€25 – Mickey Kelliher c/o The Club
€25 – Mark Daly c/o Juveniles
€25 – Enna Calvin c/o Paddy
Next Draw 29/05/2018 Jackpot €3,600
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.
CONDOLENCES:
To the family of Derry Horan, Ard Carraig, Caherslee, Tralee and formerly of Carker, Scartaglin, Co Kerry
To the family of Patricia (Pat) Enright, Douglas Cork and formerly of Lismore, Tralee
To the family of Maeve Costello, Caherslee, Tralee and formerly of Inchicore, Dublin
To the family of John O’Rourke, Fountain Court, Tralee, Ballyduff and Santry, Dublin
To the family of Christopher (Christy) Fitzgerald, Dromavalla, Farmers Bridge, Tralee
To the family of Eugue Creagh, Ballinorig, Clash East, Tralee
MAY THEY REST IN PEACE
