Fundraising Night at the Dogs
As part of the annual fundraising efforts at the John Mitchels GAA Club in Tralee, a night at the dogs at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium is happening on Saturday September 5th this year. The ‘Show me the Bunny’ night at the dog’s fundraiser will help support all juvenile activity at the club.
The night will feature a “Buster” race prize fund of €500 so make sure you get your ticket early and hold on to it for the night’s big result.
Tickets cost €10 (children under 14 go FREE) and are available for purchase now from the John Mitchels GAA Club and other nominated ticket sellers and outlets. Full details will be available on the clubs facebook page and website. Call the club on 066 7197070
SENIOR MEN Co League Div 2:
Round 9 John Mitchels v Gneeveguilla
We played Gneeveguilla in the 9th round of the Co League today Sunday August 16th on our home grounds. We started well and added points through Alan o Donoghue(3) and Sean Moloney (0-01) but Gneeveguilla came back into it and scored three points.
Before half time Stevie O’Mahony delivered an accurate kick pass to Ciaran Deane who scored a goal putting us ahead at the break by 1-04 to 0-03.
Mitchels completely dominated the second half scoring two further goals, a second from Ciaran Deane followed by a goal from Sean Moloney. Further scores from Alan O’Donoghue (0-01), Stevie O’Mahony(0-02), and a Wayne Duggan free leaving us deserving winners on a score line John Mitchels 3-08 to Gneeveguilla 0-08.
Round 1 – Mitchels 0-10 – Templenoe, 0-06
Round 2 – Tarbert 0-08 – John Mitchels 0-14
Round 3 – Mitchels 0-16. – Spa Killarney 1-08
Round 4 – Kenmare 0-10 – Mitchels 0-10
Round 5 – Mitchels 5-11 – Listowel Emmets 0-06
Round 6 – Rathmore 4-08 – John Mitchels 1-08
Round 7 – Mitchels 1-08 – Currow 1-14
Round 8 – Laune Rangers 0-12 John Mitchels 2-10
Round 9 – John Mitchels 3-08 Gneeveguilla 0-08
Senior Town Championship – Semi-finals
John Mitchels v Kerins O’Rahillys on Sunday 30th of August at 2.00 pm (Home)
Semi-Final. Intermediate Club Championship:
Mitchels v Spa Killarney – DATE, TIME & VENIUE TO BE DECIDED
Round 1 Mitchels 1-10. Finuge 1-06
Round 2 Mitchels 1-09 An Gaeltacht 0-11
Junior Cup 2015 – McElligott Cup:
John Mitchels v Clounmacon – Friday August 21st @ 7.00 p.m.
Extra time applies to all games if necessary
Semi-Final will be played Friday August 28th
SENIOR LADIES:
Training continues on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7 pm to 8 pm.
THANK YOU:
A big Thank You to Dunnes Stores for giving us the Bag Packing slot last weekend and to all the Volunteers for their time and effort. All monies collected will go back into the Club.
CONGRATULATIONS:
Congratulations to Kerins O Rahillys on winning the U21 Co. Championship last Tuesday night in Castleisland.
MOUTH GUARD:
Please remember that mouth guards for all players under the age of 18 are now compulsory for both training and games. Referees have been directed to not allow any player not wearing a mouth guard to play. Any player who suffers a dental injury in training when not wearing a mouth guard will not be covered by the Injury Fund.
Under 16:
Training Thursday 6.00 – 7.00p.m. unless otherwise notified.
Under 15 Ladies:
Co Championship will start after U16 Co Lge finishes, await draw on our opponents
U 14 Ladies:
Training continues on Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7 pm in Ballyseedy.
U 13 Ladies County Championship
Girls U12:
Training continues on Tuesday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at Camp Ballyseedy.
Under 16 Boys:
Our next round game will be in a few weeks – away to Kilgarvan/Tuosist.
Training plan will be published next week.
Under 14 Boys:
Castleisland District A Final:
Castleisland Desmonds 4-17 John Mitchels 4-14 (after extra time) Venue Ballymac.
Its hard to know where to begin as this was a game that had everything.
Going in to the game as huge underdogs against a much bigger Desmonds team who had humiliated us at home earlier in the year we came out of the
traps quickly and soon raced in to a lead and led at half time by 2-4 to 1-2 with the help of two Padraig White goals.
The second half was a very tense affair where we managed to keep our noses in front even though Desmond’s began to chip in to our lead. Cian Barden was having a very solid game in goals and at the back Sean Tighe and Stephen Bowler had an excellent game along with Dara Sheridan who excelled at centre back.
As the game ticked towards full time we had a two point lead and lost possession up the field allowing Desmonds to launch a counter and score deflected goal.
Again our lads answered the call and two quick points from Padraig White and James Sheehan looked to have secured a famous victory. However in the fourth minute of injury time Desmonds were awarded a free close in which they converted to leave the full time score Mitchels 3-8 Desmonds 2-11.
Our lads were out on their feet at this stage and the start of the first period of extra time proved to be decisive with Desmond’s powering through for a couple of goals to lead by 7 at half time in extra time.
Mitchels never gave in and found reserves from somewhere to finish out strongly but ran out of time and when Ger Lynch brought proceeding to a conclusion we just came up short by 3 points.
Credit must go to Desmonds for their part in what was a very sporting game and played in the right spirit all through.
This was by far our toughest assignment of the year so far and despite losing, this game should stand to us for the rest of the year.
Best on the night were the 3 backs mentioned above, Alex O Se, James Sheehan, Dylan O Brien and the outstading Padraig White.
Panel and scorers on the night were:
Cian Barden, David O Connor, Sean Tighe, Patrick O Brien, Ciaran OLeary, Dara Sheridan, Stephen Bowler, Padraig White(3-7), Alex O Se(1-1), James Sheehan(0-1), Dylan O Brien, Craig O Brien(0-2), Jordan Mason, Tyrese Flahery(0-2), Paraic O Callaghan(0-1), Sean Dillane, Tristen Kirwan, Conor Fitzmaurice, Eric Pula, Robert Kerins.
We took on Castlegregory in the Central League semi final on Thursday evening winning on a final score of 8-18 to 6-10.
We now play St Pats in the final with the date and time to be confirmed.
U-12 BOYS:
The U12s don’t have any competitions for a few weeks so training continues on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7pm-8pm as normal.
U8 Girls:
We had a game in Listowel on Saturday.This was a great game with great skill shown by the girls. Girls who worked hard and played their hearts out were Lisa, Valerie, Kaydenance, Sophie, Alannah and Megan..
No Training next Sunday morning due to Kerry match.
U6, U8 and U10 Boys and Girls:
Please note there will be no training next Sunday August 23rd.
THANK YOU:
Thanks to Horans Fruit & Veg for sponsoring the fruit on Sunday mornings in the members lounge.
Coffee/Tea Club:
Thanks to all involved with the refreshments committee who once again looked after the parents so well and provided some top notch home baking.
This is a great opportunity for all parents to meet up and have a chat and cuppa. All monies collected will go directly back to develop and support the Juvenile teams in the Club and your support is very much appreciated.
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.
Follow all our Bingo news on our newly launched Facebook page.
Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.
CLUB BAR:
Bookings for Parties etc. can be made by phoning 066 7197070
MERCHANDISE:
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.
LOTTO:
11/08/2015 – Numbers drawn: 11, 12, 14, 22
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Dennis O’Connor c/o Bertie
€25 – Richie Aherne c/o Bertie
€25 – Noreen Sheehy c/o Bertie
€25 – Mark Noonan c/o Patrons
€25 – Paul Brosnan c/o Sportsfield Bar
Next draw – 18/08/2015 – jackpot €1,400
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.
CLOTHES. COLLECTION – FUNDRAISING. CAMPAIGN – WEEK 8:
Please donate any unwanted Clothes and Textiles, Mobile phones and Laptops to raise funds for John Mitchels Club.
PLEASE DROP ITEMS TO JOHN MITCHELS COMPLEX BETWEEN Monday 22nd June 2015 to Monday 7th September 2015.
Any CLEAN REWEARABLE clothes, paired shoes, belts, handbags, curtains, towels, bedlinen, soft toys are accepted.
WHERE POSSIBLE PLEASE DONATE AT LEAST 3+ BAGS – THIS REALLY DOES RAISE MUCH NEEDED FUNDS FOR OUR CLUB
Please keep Mobile phones & Laptops in a separate bag.
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Questions & Answer
Session With
Humphrey Shanahan
Profile: Humphrey Shanahan
John Mitchel’s Sports Complex Manager
John Mitchel’s Club Coach From/To: 2006 – 2013
(Q): How did you become involved with John Mitchel’s club?
(A): “The position of club coach was advertised locally. I must also thank Aidan Moynihan who vouched for me with the club. Aiden knew my background in sport and my qualification in sporting science, administration and coaching. From there I went through the interview process”.
(Q): Tell me about your appointment as club coach?
(A): “As club coach my duties were to help the management of all the teams from Under 6 to Senior level. I also helped with a number of new initiatives and the start of ladies football in the club. Take part in training sessions to assess the skills set of the various teams and individual players. I had to liaise with the club chairperson and the juvenile chairman on an ongoing basis”.
(Q): What has been your greatest accomplishment as a club coach or club officer?
(A): “For me as the then club coach was seen players go all the way too senior level. Two of our under 14 teams played in the All Ireland Féile competition. We also seen our under 16 team win back to back division 1 league titles and go on to win back to back division 1 minor titles as well. In my time as club coach we have played something like 90 finals in all age groups both boys and girls. We have a good record in winning many of those finals”.
(Q): What has been your greatest disappointment?
(A): “Losing our senior status in 2008 was a big disappointment given the clubs history. Another disappointment was our minor team of 2011 were beaten in the semi-final of the county championship. I believe the team would have gone on to win the title but for a disputed goal that was not given on the night”.
(Q): What is it that you like most about Gaelic football?
(A): “For me it’s the people that you meet through the sport. I have made some very good friends both in John Mitchel’s club and throughout the county. The sport itself is fantastic when played well”.
(Q): If you could change a rule in Gaelic football what would that be?
(A): “I would change the way the ball is picked up from the ground. I don’t believe that a player having to put his foot under the ball is necessary. A straight pickup from the ground would also speed the game up”.
(Q): What in your opinion is the biggest challenge facing GAA clubs today?
(A): “Immigration is a big problem for clubs especially in rural areas. The commitment of players is also a challenge for them on a personal basis. Players have to give a lot of time to the club. Nowadays senior players have to train a least three times a week a play matches at weekends. This puts a strain on their family and social life. Fundraising is also a very challenging for clubs. John Mitchel’s can spend anywhere between 80 to 100 thousand euros each season the running costs for the football teams. Fundraising is a vital and necessary initiative for all clubs”.
(Q): What has the John Mitchel’s complex to offer the general public as well as Mitchel’s players & club members?
(A): “Firstly and importantly the complex is a safe and friendly environment for the playing of sport. It is located centrally in relation to the town and is close to all major routes to and from Tralee. The area comprises of 40 acres in total. We have 3 full sized grass pitches one of which is floodlit and a full size astro turf pitch also floodlit. The building has an indoor fully equipped sports hall and gym, sauna and steam room. We also have dressing rooms to cater for all the pitches independently at one time. We have a fully functional first aid room and reception area that is open approximately 12 hours per day 7 days a week. We cater for birthday parties and all types of sports and other events”.
(Q): Tell me about your day to day role as complex manager in the club?
(A): “As manager one of my duties is to monitor the playing pitches on a daily basis. A lot of work goes into maintenance from cutting the grass to lining the pitches. I also have to liaise with the field committee and the grounds contractor. I have to coordinate with the managers of the various club teams to allocate times for matches and training. Many of our inter-county teams train here and they have to be allocated dressing rooms and pitch schedules. The complex is used by other clubs and individuals and by schools for sports events throughout the year. It is a business like any other and it need to be run properly to be successful”.
(Q) What are your thoughts on the present & future of the club?
(A): “At present my thoughts are very positive. The facilities here are top class. At juvenile level we have good numbers across the teams. Our senior ladies have won their county league. Our senior men are well positioned for promotion to division 1. They also have secured a semi-final place in the intermediate county championship. We have great people that volunteer a great amount of their time for the club. Great credit is due to all the club volunteers and all the people that work here. The future looks very good for the club”.
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SYMPATHY:
Roddy Day, late of Kevin Barry’s Villas and Dublin recently passed away. Roddy played his football with John Mitchels at Juvenile level and was a member of the John Mitchels Minor team that won the County Championship in 1958 against West Kerry, playing at centre field.
Roddy was a very valued member of the club and was much missed when he re-located to Dublin where he subsequently qualified as a teacher.
Our club would like to extend our sincere condolences to Roddy’s wife Kathleen and his family on their loss.
Ar dheis De go raibh a h-ainm.”
To the family of Sue Sweeney, (nee Button), Shanakill, Tralee and formerly of Belfast
To the family of Barbara O’Sullivan (nee McDonagh) Knockmoyle, Tralee and formerly of Carraroe, Connemara
To the family of Margaret Shalabi (nee O’Connor), Fountain Court Tralee and formerly of Currow
May they Rest in Peace
