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St Patricks Day Parade.
John Mitchel’s Sunday morning academy will be marching in this year’s St Patricks day parade.
All family members are more than welcome to come and join us for what is always a great event
Ad usual we will be congregating in our clubhouse Chamfers (next to Aldi) on the John Joe Sheehy Road on Thursday March17th from 11.00am.
Hopefully we’ll have the usual face painting, flags and plenty of noise.
UNDER 7 BOYS & GIRLS
We had a great morning training indoors in the hall in our Ballyseedy complex
The boys and girls demonstrated great enthusiasm in putting their ever-improving skills on display. There was some fabulous football played, along with numerous fun games.
Again, we will train next Sunday at 11am and as always new members are always welcome.
U8/U10/GIRLS
A hardy group of girls gathered on a wet Sunday morning for another great training session. Under the watchful eye of Brian, Tanya, Kieran, and the 2 Johns the girls went back to basics with footpassing handpassing and solo drills which they showed massive improvements in all parts of the game. In the game Clodagh Aideen Mikela, the 2 Suin’s and Milly were to the fore. All girls again are showing they are practising at home which is great to see. Training continues Sunday at 11 in Ballyseedy Complex new members all always welcome
U12Girls
Congratulations to our under 12 girls’ team who put in a super performance against local rivals Austin Stack on Sunday.
Testing conditions did nothing to dampen the fine football that was on display and the coaches were extremely proud of the great team work that was shown by all the girls.
We defended excellently and the hand passing and link up play on the lead up to our two goals was a delight to see.
The girls may only be together for a few short weeks but it’s fairly evident that as the weeks go on, they are developing in to a team that works hard for one another.
Training continues next Wednesday evening at 6 pm and we will hopefully have as many girls as possible marching at the St Patricks day parade.
We plan to meet at 11 am in Chamfers which is situated next to Aldi on the John Joe Sheehy road.
U14 Girls
John Mitchel’s u-14 girls travelled to Knockangoshel for their first competitive game of the season, when they took on their Knock-Brosna counterparts on Sunday evening.On a heavy pitch, the lack of game-time showed as the players were up against a determined Knock-Brosna team who worked hard from the off and grabbed some early goals to race into a lead that they never lost.
After the first water-break, coaches Denis, Padraig, Karen and Eric made some quick adjustments and as the girls began to shake off the close-season rust, they began to get into the pace of the game. However, Mitchel’s still struggled to move the ball into scoring positions, despite the best efforts of captain Bridget, Kerri, Nadya and Ava.
The second half was much more competitive, with the Mitchel’s girls fully into the pace of the game, and their work rate was of a greater intensity, as Gia, Sadhbh and Eabha in the full-back line, Nicole, Ellie and Ava in the half-back line all worked hard.
The next game of the league will be at home next weekend against St Pats, with details on the game and training to be sent out to parents during the week.
U16 GIRLS
U16s training continued this week on Wednesday evening on our Astro pitch and on Saturday afternoon also n preparation for upcoming county league fixture away to Spa.Training times:
Wednesdays 6-7pm
Saturdays 2-3pm
All newcomers welcome.
UNDER 9
Great training by all on Sunday last keep up the good work and practice at home for next week.
John Mitchel’s Sunday Morning Juvenile Academy will be marching in this year’s St Patrick’s Day Parade
All family members are more than welcome to come join us for what is always a great event!!
As usual we will be congregating in our club house Chamfers (next to Aldi) on the John Joe Sheehy Road on Thursday March 17th from 11.00am.
Hopefully we’ll have the usual face painting, flags & plenty of noise.
Under 11Boys
We had another great turnout this morning in difficult conditions which is a credit to the kids and their parents . Anthony put the lads through a rigorous warm up and we followed this with some ball handling skills and tackling drills. We finished off with a full-length game which was very competitive. We possible will have a game next Sunday morning versus Na Gaeil . We will inform parents during the week .
Under 13 boys
Our 13s faced off against local rivals Austin Stacks this week in the Tralee and St Brendans League
Division 1
On Wednesday evening our As faced the Rockies in Round 2 of the Town League. Opening exchanges were tight but we soon found our groove and built up a healthy lead by half time. Stacks to their credit never gave up and picked off some well taken scores but at the end other our lads kept the scoreboard ticking over to be on top at the final whistle
Final Score
John Mitchels A 3-21
Austin Stacks A 2-6
Division 3
On Sunday our Bs were against the men from Rock Street as well. Stacks were fast out of the blocks and by half time were nicely clear – 3-3 to 1-2. Undeterred, our lads put in a great 2nd half performance to turn it all around to run out clear winners in the end. This was the 2nd week in a row these lads came from behind and there is obviously a lot of fight as well as talent in a young team.
Final Score
John Mitchels B 5-10
Austin Stacks B 4-3
Training continues Wednesday at 7 and Fridays time to be confirmed
FIXTURES
Sunday March 20th (Both at Home)
John Mitchels B v Na Gaeil B 3pm
John Mitchels A v Na Gaeil A 4pm
UNDER 15 BOYS
With the start of the season fast approaching this Monday the 14th March we take on Laune rangers in a challenge match we need a full squad on the day with throw in at 5-30pm meet at club 5pm after that training continues Monday and Friday 5-45pm to 7 full attendance required every evening as we’ve a lot of work to do to be competitive this year so see ye all training
UNDER 17 Boys
John Mitchel’s minors had another great win Sunday night at home in Ballyseedy .We beat Kerins o Rahilly’s with 2.03 to a great score of 3 .15 this was in the county league and doubled up for town league so a real 6pinter. Our boys are improving in every game. An Gaelthacht next weekend in the county league at home .
SENIOR LADIES
Our senior ladies had their first match of the year against Ballymac on Friday night under lights. Numbers were low on both teams and the ladies gave a fantastic performance and worked so well as a team. The ladies will have their first Donal Curtain Cup on the 20th of March at home time TBC. Please show your support.
SENIOR MEN
We continued our preparation for the County league with a few challenges over the last week where the panel got a good workout. We have our first county league match on March 27th at 11.30 away to Kilcummin Please show your support
CLOTHES COLLECTION
We have a clothes bank on site having joined up with St Vincent De Paul to raise much needed funds for both John Mitchel’s and SVP. All donations welcome.
Club WALKWAY
Our walkway is open for everyone to enjoy come along and take part in a healthy lifestyle.
Winter walking club coming soon. We ll keep you posted.
THIS IS A SMOKE-FREE ZONE
A STRICT NO DOGS – NO CYCLING OR NO STUDDED FOOTBALL BOOTS rule applies to the walkways.
Boot Club
Our boot club is now back if you want to drop off your old boots so they can be reused, feel free to drop them in to reception.
BINGO:
Bingo continues every Wednesday Eyes down at 8.30pm sharp. So come along to Chamfers John Joe Sheehy Rd Tralee and enjoy the fun.
Lounge Room
We welcome all parents to our lounge room every Sunday where they can enjoy a cup of tea/coffee while training commences. Our lounge room will be open every Sunday so come along relax and enjoy your cuppa.
JOHN MITCHEL’S SPORTS COMPLEX:
If anyone is interested in hiring the hall for indoor soccer, basketball or indoor dance and fitness classes please contact immediately as only a few spaces available
Our Astro in our sports complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings. For further information contact the club reception on 066 7197070.
Chamfers
We are also hiring out our old clubhouse on the John Joe Sheehy Road beside Aldi. You can hold dance classes, meetings, fitness classes, book clubs you name it we can cater your needs. For more information, please call us on0667197070 and we will be glad to assist
MEMBERSHIP
Hi folks our membership is now reopen again for the coming season. Sign up through the link below.
https://member.clubforce.com/memberships_cart_m.asp…
MERCHANDISE: John Mitchel’s Training Gear
Please use the link below to see all the merchandise available to purchase.
Na Misteallaigh Abu
https://www.oneills.com/…/john-mitchels-gaa-kerry.htm
Block 11 Gym
Anyone wanting to do a bit of exercise while the kids are training on a Sunday morning, or any evening can avail of the on-site gym for as little as €5.00 each time or €40.00 per month. It would be a great way to stay fit, especially in the cold wet weather. There is a huge range of equipment to avail from and help is always on hand. Please contact Oliver for more information.
San Rita Wellness
San Rita Wellness weight loss and wellness consultants hold weekly (in person) meetings every Tuesday in our clubhouse (Ballyseede)
Times: 9.30am-10.30am
Warm and friendly interacting group meetings, simple to follow calorie counting plan.
Come along and make a fresh start.
WIN A HOUSE IN KILLARNEY
Help our Club to win a cash prize! Please nominate our club when you buy your ticket online for the Kerry Gaa house draw. Support the club support the County. Buy online at www.kerrygaa.ie #YourKeyToTheKingdom
€100 – BUY YOUR TICKET
Win a house in Killarney with Kerry GAA
For €100 you could win a stunning new build A-rated 3-bedroom house superbly located just off the Park Road in Killarney, Co Kerry.
Kerry GAA are also running numerous other promotional draws throughout the fundraising campaign. The earlier you purchase your “Win a House in Killarney” ticket (or tickets!) the more draws you will be entered into. Remember all tickets purchased before the deadline for each promotional draw will entitle you to be entered into all promotional draws thereafter.
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Word Of Thanks
Everyone at John Mitchels would like to say a special word of thanks to Bolger Fabrications for their recent kind gesture regarding the fag holder.
SYMPATHY:
Terry Nammock RIP
Terry Nammock.
A dark cloud hung over Boherbee on Tuesday afternoon as word reached us of the passing of our esteemed member Terry Nammock.
A born and bred Boherbee man, Terry will be fondly remembered as one of our biggest supporters. Famous throughout the county for his bellow of ‘The Mitchel’s Roar’, Terry always had words of encouragement for players after a game, win, lose or draw, always looking forward to the next game.
All corners of the county were travelled in support of his beloved John Mitchel’s.
Terry himself wore the famed Boherbee colours with distinction winning a county under 21 championship medal in 1983 and being part of the 1985 B Championship winning team.
Terry took great pride in watching his two sons follow his footsteps as a netminder for the club. Both Shane and Peter carried on the goalkeeping tradition, though Terry would never give away who he thought was the better goalkeeper.
Terry enjoyed a memorable day in September 2011 when both Peter and Shane won the Molyneaux Cup and Terry and Caroline shared a lovely moment on the pitch afterwards with their two boys.
Whilst Terry had health issues over the last couple of years, this didn’t stop him hitting the road and travelling to watch the green and gold all over the county. Terry also followed Kerry to venues all over the country and also followed Munster in their Heineken Cup travels.
It is hard to believe that we will never hear the famous Mitchel’s Roar again bellowing from ‘The great’ Terry Nammock.
We send our sincere condolences to Terry’s wife Caroline, sons Shane and Peter, daughters Niamh and Lorraine, brother Brian and all Terrys family and extended family , neighbour’s and wide circle of friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
The death has occurred of James O’Sullivan
St. Brendan’s Park, Tralee, Kerry
The death has occurred of Kathleen (Kay) O’Brien
Listellick, Tralee, Kerry / Dublin
The death has occurred of Mary Quinlan (née Burke)
Woodlands, Naas, Kildare / Tralee, Kerry
The death has occurred of Martha McCarthy
Oakview Village, Tralee, Kerry / Portlaw, Waterford
The death has occurred of Margaret Cunningham (née Conway)
Spa Road and formerly of Mitchels Road, Tralee, Kerry
