John Mitchels
SENIOR TEAM
John Mitchels played Round 8 of the Co League against Kilcummin last Saturday evening. This was a crucial game for both teams as John Mitchels were on 3 points and Kilcummin stood at 4 points on the League table. Kilcummin were favourites having beaten Templenoe in the previous round and also having home advantage.
The game threw in at 7.30 p.m. on a dull and calm night. Kilcummin were first on the score board with a point from play. Mitchels scored the next four points Shane O’Connor (0-02), Niall Sheehy one from play and one from a free. Kilcummin were next to respond with a point from a free and one from play.
Mitchels were dominating play and should have scored two or three goals but for some great saves from the Kilcummin goalkeeper. We responded with four points in a row.
Points from play from Alan O’Donoghue, Connor Hurley and Niall Sheehy who also scored a point from a free. Kilcummin rounded off the first half with a point from a free leaving the half time score Kilcummin 0-04, John Mitchels 0-08 which was not a true reflection of Mitchels dominance in the first half.
Kilcummin opened brightly in the 2nd half scoring one goal and two points from play giving them a one point lead. Mitchels responded well with a well taken goal from Alan O’Donoghue and a point each from play by Sean Moloney and Shane O’Connor.
Niall Sheehy kept the scoreboard ticking over with three further points two from frees and one from play. Mitchels were now 7 points ahead and looked comfortable for a win when Kilcummin struck with a late goal and a point from a free reducing the margin to 3 points.
Dermot Raggett made a great save in the Mitchels goal as the ball was heading for the top corner of the net and the resultant counter attack gave Mitchels a fisted point from Alan O’Donoghie leaving the final score Kilcummin (2-07), John Mitchels (1-14). This was a highly entertaining game with a nail biting finish.
We are home to our nearby friendly neighbours Austin Stacks in Round 9 next Sunday July 24th at home in Ballyseedy @ 2.00 p.m. Please come out again and support our Team next Sunday.
Round 10: Home to Dingle (14th August)
Round 11: Away to Kerins O’Rahilly’s (4th or 25th Sept)
SUMMER CAMP
Fun & Games for all
For Boys and Girls 5 – 12 years old
Starting tomorrow Monday July 18th to Friday July 22th 2016
Times: 9.30am to 1.30pm. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOUR CHILD IS WEARING SUNCREAM.
Supervision will be provided from 9.00 a.m. Onwards.
This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to experience the excitement of summer camp, meet new friends and have great fun. Among the activities that will be experienced will be – Football, Arts & Crafts, Obstacle Course, Treasure Hunt and many more..
Price: €50 per child and €30 for any subsequent sibling.
Application forms available at reception in Ballyseedy
JOHN MITCHELS ANNUAL JUVENILE TOURNAMENT
On next Saturday July 23rd John Mitchels will be hosting our annual juvenile football tournament for the U-8 & U-10 age groups. It will be held at our club grounds in Ballyseedy. This is the 16th year that this tournament has been held and has become one of the most popular in the County. It has become the highlight of the year for the kids taking part.
It is expected that over 400 children will take part representing John Mitchels, Austin Stacks, Na Gaeil, Castleisland, Churchill, Ballymacelligott, Beale, Ardfert , Miltown/Castlemaine, Keel, St Pats and Castlegregory and K O Rahillys football Clubs at both U-8 and U-10 level. Registration is at 10am sharp with first games commencing at 10:15am, with the last games due to be played at 2:15pm.With over sixty games in all to be played, a great day of football is expected with many stars of the future on show.
The club wishes to invite all parents and friends from all clubs to come along on the day and cheer on the children, as hopefully these will be our stars of the future.
SENIOR LADIES:
Training continues Tuesday at 7.00 p.m.
JUNIORS:
John Mitchels fixtures are as follows:
18/07 – Away to Na Gaeil
25/07 – Away to St Pats
18/08 – Home to Ballymac
MINOR TEAM:
Central District League Fixtures:
21/07 – Away to Castleisland Desmond’s
28/07 – Home to Keel/Listry
18/18 – Away to Ballymac
Best of luck to the Mitchels players who line out with the St Brendans Board team in the upcoming County Championship.
U-16 LADIES:
Training continues next Tuesday at 7 p.m.
U14 LADIES:
We are on a break at present and Training will resume August 9th as we prepare for North Kerry League Div 2 where we play Na Gael at home on Aug 20th
Away v Castlegregory 27th August
Bye Sept 3rd
Home v Beale Ballyduff Sept 10th
Away v Currow Sept 17th
Draw for Town Championship coming up soon.
TESCO COMMUNITY FUND DRIVE:
Tesco has nominated John Mitchels Club U6s and U8s as one of the community groups who they will be supporting over the next number of weeks in their shop in the Square, Tralee. You too can show your support by shopping in Tesco and placing your token that you receive to the nominated container for John Mitchels in the store.
LIDL LADIES GAELIC CLUB PROMOTION:
Lidl ladies Gaelic club promotion is now taking place. Please support our club by nominating John Mitchels ladies each time you shop at LIDL there is €1,000 to be won.
LOTTO:
12/07/2016 – Numbers drawn: 1, 9, 21, 23
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – James O’Donoghue c/o Patrons
€25 – Alan McDonnell c/o Paddy
€25 – Andrew O’Reilly c/o Donal
€25 – Nuala O’Brien. c/o David
€25 – Bertie Flynn c/o Paddy
Next draw – 19/07/2016 – Jackpot €1,400
FUNDRAISER:
Please donate any unwanted Clothes and Textiles (clean re-wearable clothes, paired shoes, belts, handbags, curtains, towels, bed linen, soft toys are accepted) as well as Mobile Phones and Laptops (please keep these items in a separate bag). 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.
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.
SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE:
Juvenile training for 2016 continues on Sunday next in John Mitchels Centre of Excellence, Camp, Ballyseedy.
U6 BOYS AND GIRLS:
Training continues every Sunday 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon.
U8 BOYS:
Training continues Sunday 10.30 to 11.45 a.m.
U-8 & U-10 LADIES:
Training continues every Sunday 10.30 a.m. To 12.00 noon.
U10 BOYS:
We had a great training session last Sunday at our own pitch. After a couple of warm ups we played modified games with Adam, Ben, Ted, Andrew and Cathal all working very hard and putting in some good strong tackles. After these games and skills development we played a 25 minute game with Denis, Cillian, Paddy, Shane and Luke showing well for the ball, giving some great passes and some wonderful scores.
On Monday morning our own Summer Camp starts at 9.30 a.m. and you can still register on the morning. Next Saturday there is a big Blitz in our Club for the U8s and U10s so be there at 9.30 with a gum shield, water and a packed lunch as we will be there for a long part of the day, best of luck to everyone.
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.
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.
SYMPATHY:
To the family of Marie Sheehy (nee Crushell), Liosdara, Oakpark Tralee and formerly of Kenmare
To the family of Angela Sweeney (nee Lacey) Hawley Park and formerly of Mitchels Avenue, Tralee
To the family of Tess Leane (nee Evans), The Abbey Inn, Tralee
To the family of Helen McMahon (nee O’Neill), Ballinorig Estate and formerly of Old Marian Park, Tralee
May they Rest in Peace
