UNDER 6 BOYS
Our u6 boys and girls had a wonderful day last Sunday when we entertained our good friends from Kerins O Rahillys. A fun time was had by all and a great opportunity for everyone to meet and train together. Everyone played well and did their club proud. As we are nearly half way through the season could those who haven’t already paid their membership please do so now and you can give it to any of the coaches next Sunday. Remember, all monies go directly towards the juveniles. Training as usual next Sunday.
UNDER 8 BOYS
John Mitchel’s U8 Boy’s had another great training session this week in preparation for Tralee Go Games which are being held in Na Gael on Wednesday June 12th. Parents will be notified via text during the week, until then kids keep on practicing. John Mitchel’s U8 Boy’s training continues every Sunday morning from 10.30am to 12.00pm
All newcomers welcome!!
UNDER 8 & U/10 GIRLS
The John Mitchel’s girls were invited to take part in the North Kerry Ladies U-10 Go Games which were held in Ballyrickard on Sunday last. Despite the cold wet weather, we had a good turnout and the weather soon cleared up as the girls put on a great display of football.
Our first game was against Finuge/St Senans, with captain for the day, Ciara and Sadhbh playing some excellent ball forward as soon as they got it, with Ella and Sophie working hard in attack. Defensively, Ava, Millie and Madison were outstanding, while the rolling substitutions saw the rest of the squad all play their party, with Sophia, Hannah and Maddison all coming on to add to the effort.
After a short break it was the hosts, Kerins O’Rahillys who provided the opposition in the next game. Once more the effort and skills by the Mitchel’s girls were to the fore, against a tough opposition. Nadia shone throughout the game, with Courtney in fantastic form and Ella and Gia also putting it up to our town rivals.
No time for a rest as the final game took place immediately afterwards against Duagh, with Bree working hard, while in goals, Ava stood out, with her kick outs finding a team mate all the time.
Great credit is due to the team, who transferred their skills from the training ground to the playing field. Thanks too to the Kerins O’Rahillys club for hosting the event and the North Kerry ladies board for organizing a well-run tournament and supplying medals to all teams.
U10 BOYS
We had another great week of football last week. Firstly, we had the Go games at Na Gael and then we hosted Kerins O Rahillys at home.
Both days were a great show of football and teamwork with Luke, Jack, Darragh, Sean and Rory putting together great passing and scores. Ronan, Paddy, Daniel, Eanon and Cody tackled hard and with passion and got some great team scores.
Adrian joined us and showed that he has great potential and has good skills and great passion, well done. To all the other players well done ye did yourselves and the coaches proud, we definitely see your improvement, keep it up.
There were a number of younger players with us as well like Eddie, Tadhg, Liam and Riobard and others showing that our upcoming footballers have the talent to keep the great quality football going. Well done again to all and there will be training again next Sunday.
LADIES
Senior ladies
We play Abbeydorney Away in the next round of the county league on Sunday 23rd June. Training continues on Mondays and Thursdays at 7pm.
U 16 Ladies.
We have a break now until after the Junior Cert. We will be playing North Kerry League in August. Training continues on Thursdays at 7pm New players welcome. Well done to Ashleigh Murphy and Sarah Kilgallen who played with the Kerry U21 ladies in the Munster League victory over Limerick recently.
JUNIOR COUNTY LEAGUE RD 5.
Our Juniors played Rathmore B last sat evening in RD 5 of the county league in Ballyseedy which was a very exciting game from start to finish, Mitchles led at half time 1-06 to 0-3 with the breeze our goal coming from Brian Costello
Rathmore got back into the game with the wind but our lads stayed strong with debutant Stephen Bowler putting in a big shift and we ran out convincing winners in a great game on the final score line John Mitchel’s 1-8 Rathmore 0-8.
Scorers for Mitchel’s Brian Costello 1-3 Darcy O Sullivan 0-4 Conor Hurley 0-2.
Next game for our Juniors is away to Knocknagoshel on Sunday June 16th at 2pm. Rd 7 (H) to Asdee on w/e June 30th.
SENIORS
We played Ballymacelligott away last Sunday afternoon in Round 5 of the senior co lge Div. 2 in ideal conditions. The home team got off the mark first but Mitchel’s slowly ground our way into the match.
With scores from Niall Sheehy, Alan O Donoghue, Michael Kelliher and Shane O Connor pushed us 0-8 to 0-4 after 22 mins but then lost control to Ballymac going in at half time 09 to 0-6 in front.
The second half saw Ballymac add on 3 points to make it a 2-point game before Mitchel’s added a further 2 points from Alan and Michael score 0-13 Mitchel’s Ballymac 0-9 after 52 mins, we lost our way at this juncture and levelled with a goal after 55 mins from here to the end we struggled to break away and Ballymac had their tails up and pushed on to take a 4-point lead coming into the final minutes.
Mitchel’s never gave up and pushed to the end only to see a fierce Conor Hurley shot fly past the post to leave us on a final score Mitchel’s 0-17 to Ballymac 1-17, Scores Alan O Donoghue 0-7, Niall Sheehy,0-3, Michael Kelliher 0-4, Shane O Connor 0-3. The focus now is on our next game at home to Desmonds on Saturday June 15th at 7.30 pm.
We play Desmonds next in Rd 6 SFL on sat June 15th at 7.30pm, Rd 7 SFL away to Brosna on w/e June 30th., RD 8 SFL home to Annascaul w/e July 14th, RD 9 SFL away to Ardfert w/e 21st July, Rd 10 home to Dromid w/e 28th July
, Rd 11 away to Glenflesk w/e18th Aug or Sept 8th.
JOHN MITCHEL’S SUMMER CAMP
Our annual summer camp will take place Monday 15th July until Friday 19th July, Mentors/Trainers Please advise your groups, more details to follow.
SPLIT THE BUCKET
A new fund-raising initiative, known as ‘Split the Bucket’ has begun on Sunday Mornings at Juvenile training. You quite simply put €2 in an envelope with your name and phone number and place in the bucket. The winner gets 50% of the total collected, with the other 50% going to the Clubs juvenile development fund. Congratulations to Annmarie McCormack who won this week draw.
Looking forward to your ongoing support.
JOHN MITCHELS GYM
Oliver Coffey has now taken over the running of the Gym at John Mitchel’s Sports Complex. For more details regarding facilities, membership options, and fitness programs to suit all, contact Oliver on 086 1939534.
CLOTHES COLLECTION:
We have joined up with St Vincent De Paul to rise much needed funds for both John Mitchel’s and SVP. By donating your second-hand clothes and unwanted items, not only will you be freeing up space in your home, you will also be making a difference to people in need, in your community.
We now have an SVP clothes bank in our car park at our state-of-the-art sports facility in Ballyseedy.
NEW WALKWAY
A fantastic new facility has now been added at our grounds in Ballyseedy.
A new walkway/jogging path approx. 1km long has been laid, complete with bollard level lighting.
Come and enjoy a fabulous experience in a safe and healthy environment.
This community facility is open to all and is free for a limited opening period. A reasonable membership fee may apply at a later date.
THIS IS A SMOKE-FREE ZONE
A STRICT NO DOGS – NO CYCLING OR NO STUDDED FOOTBALL BOOTS rule applies to the walkways.
A hearty, healthy John Mitchel’s welcome awaits you!
LOTTO:
No winner
Numbers Drawn 2, 11, 15, 17
Next Draw 11-06-2019
Jackpot €1,900
€100 Winner James O’Donoghue c/o Patrons. €25 each to Michael Collins c/o Mickey, Margaret Lacey c/o Vincent and Mark Mc Evoy c/o Mark
Thank you for your continued support.
BINGO:
Our bingo continues on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday nights @ 8.30pm in our premises on the John Joe Sheehy Road. 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 MITCHEL’S 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. For further information contact the club reception on 066 7197070.
MERCHANDISE:
Please note that all club merchandise is now available for purchasing only through Hennebery’s 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
The Club wish to extend condolences to the family and friends of:
Edward (Eddie) O’Brien Verdi Glen, Doon, Tralee
Tom Raymond Rahoonane and formerly of Old Marian Park, Tralee
