ST. PATRICK’S. DAY PARADE:
Club Chairperson Matt Moloney and Juvenile Chairperson Noel O’Connor
would like to thank all Managers, Mentors, Players, Parents and Children who marched under the Mitchel’s banner in the Saint Patrick’s Day parade
SENIORS:
St. Brendan’s League Fixtures 2015
Round 1 – John Mitchels 1-14: St. Pats 1-14
Round 2 – John Mitchels 3-11: Churchill 2-03.
Round 3 – John Mitchels 1-12: Ballymac 1-09
Round 4 – John Mitchels 0-09: Na Gaeil 0-09
Round 5 – Home to Ardfert,
Final – 5th April
Coiste Tra Li League fixtures 2015
Round 1 – John Mitchels 1 12: Ballymac 1-09
Round 2 – John Mitchels 0-10: Kerins O’Rahilly’s 2-06
Round 3 – John Mitchels 0-09: Na Gaeil 0-09
Round 4 – Home to Austin Stacks,
Round 5 – Bye
Final – weekend of 4th / 5th April
County League Division 2
We played Templenoe in the first match of the Co League last Sunday. Mitchels started well and had three points on the board Alan O’Donoghue (2) and Sean Moloney (1). Templenoe came back into it scoring three points in a row and levelling the match. In that period we were thankful to Dermot Raggett our goalkeeper for making two brilliant saves. Points from Shane O’Connor, Stevie Mahoney and two points from Sean Moloney brought the half time score Mitchels 7 points, Templenoe 3 points.
In the 2nd half, Templenoe started very strongly and scored three unanswered points leaving only one point between the teams. Mitchels dug deep and responded by scoring three points in a row, one each from Alan O’Donoghue, Sean Moloney and Ciaran Deane giving a final score
Mitchels 0-10, Templenoe 0-06
Round 1 – Mitchels 0-10 Templenoe, 0-6
Round 2 – Tarbert v John Mitchels, Saturday 28th March starts at 5.00 p.m. All support for the team would be appreciated.
MINORS:
Coiste Tra Li League Fixtures 2015:
Kerins O’Rahilly’s conceded the match.
Round 2 – John Mitchels 4-9 Ardfert 1-11
Round 3 – John Mitchels 1-12 St Pats 2-9
Round 4 – Bye
Round 5 – Kerins O’Rahilly’s conceded the match.
County League Fixtures 2015
Round 1 – John mitchels 0-9 Beaufort 1-12
Round 2 – Away to Keel/Listry,
Round 3 – Away to Desmond’s,
Round 4 – Home to Glenflesk, 3 April at 6.30 pm
Round 5 – Away to Laune Rangers, 17 April at 6.45 pm
SENIOR LADIES:
County League Fixtures
Round 1 – John Mitchels 5-8; Currow 2-7
Round 2 – Home to Abbeydorney,
Round 3 – Kilcummin conceded the match.
Round 4 – Away to Causeway, 29th March
Round 5 – Home to Spa, 5th April
Final – weekend of 18/19 April
U-16 LADIES:
Challenge Match. – John Mitchel’s v. Kerins O’Rahilly’s
We played host to Kerins O’Rahilly’s in a challenge match on Monday 16th last, throw-in 6.00 p.m. We had a panel of 21 players and all played on the night.
Both teams played very well through-out the match, which resulted in some well taken scores. The weather was very cold on the night but it didn’t dampen the spirit of both teams.
Our U16 Ladies look forward to the start of competition next week.
North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 1: Home to Currow,
Round 2: Away to Finuge/St. Senans,
Round 3: Home to Moyvane, 28th March at 6.00 pm
Round 4: Home to Beale/Ballyduff, 4th April at 6.00 pm
Round 5: Away to Abbeydorney, 11th April at 6.00 pm
U-14 LADIES:
Training continues Thursday 6.00 – 7.00 p.m. in Hall until further notice.
North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 1: Away to Listowel Emmets, 30th August
Round 2: Home to Ballyduff, 6th September
Round 3: Away to Na Gaeil, 13th September
Round 4: Home to Ballymac, 27th September
U12 Girls
Training continues indoors on Tuesday evenings at Camp Ballyseedy from 5.45pm to 6.45pm – any new players welcome.
North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 3: Bye
Round 4: Home to Duagh, 22nd March at 12.00
Round 5: Away to Kerins O’Rahilly’s
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.
Ann O’Donoghue is looking for volunteers to join her rota to help with serving the teas coffee and home baking. There is no obligation to do any baking although it is very much appreciated so anyone interested in helping out can please contact Ann on 0872277137. 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.
Under-16 BOYS
U16 Central Region
Rd 1 Home to Cromane March 23rd – 7.30pm
Rd 2 Home to Ardfert March 30th. – 6-15pm
Rd 3 Away to Castlegregory April 6th – 6.45pm
Rd4 Away to Austin Stacks April 13th. – 7.00pm
Rd5 Home to St Pats Blennerville April 20th. – 7.00pm
John Mitchels v. Cromane Monday March 23rd 7.30p.m. – Camp, Ballyseedy
Training continues Mondays at 7.00 p.m. and Thursday at 6.30 p.m.
U-14 BOYS
LEE STRAND U14 COUNTY LEAGUE FIXTURES:
Rd 1 Away to Templenoe/Sneem April 1st – 6.45pm
Rd 2 Home to Milltown/ Castlemaine April 8th – 7.00pm
Rd 3 Home to St Marys/ Renard April 15th. – 7.15pm
Rd 4 Bye April 22nd
Rd 5 Away to Glenbeigh/Glencar April 29th. – 7.30pm
Under 14 Brendan’s League
John Mitchels 6-9. Ardfert. 5-9
We got off to a good start to Brendan’s League on Friday in Ardfert winning a hard fought game by 3 points. Padraig White, Sean Tighe, Ross Sugrue and Craig O Brien impressed in what was a good team performance.
John Mitchels 4-4. St Pats. 7-7
Back down to earth with a bang on Sunday morning when we were very lethargic and lost out to a hungrier St Pats side. Ciaran O Leary, Stephen Bowler and Jordan Mason were best for Mitchels.
We play Na Gael away on Thursday at 5.30 in Brendan’s league and home to Churchill on Sunday at 12.
Thursday March 26th Na Gael away at 5.30pm
Sunday March 29th Churchill home at 12.00noon
Training this week on Tuesday at 6.30 on pitch
Please note that Gum shields to be worn for training.
U-12 BOYS
LEE STRAND U12 COUNTY LEAGUE FIXTURES
Rd1 Away to An Ghaeltacht April 12th – 6.00pm
Rd 2 Away to Kerins O’Rahillys April 19th – 6.00pm
Rd 3 Bye April 26th
Rd 4 Home to Glenflesk May 3rd – 6.00pm
Rd 5 Home to Kenmare May 10th – 6.00pm
Training will continue Mon and Wed evenings 6-7 on the all weather pitch
SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
Please note that Juveniles will train outdoors from next Sunday March 29th 10.30 am to 12.00 noon.
NOTE: CLOCKS. GO. FORWARD NEXT. SATURDAY. NIGHT
U-10 BOYS
Training continues on Sunday next from 10.30am to 11.30 a.m. on the Astro turf pitch. Don’t forget your gum shields.
U-8 & U-10 GIRLS
Under 8 Girls.
The girls had another good session learning the skills of ladies football and having fun. They worked on there soloing, hand pass and kick pass. Girls that impressed this week were Kaydence, Aoife, Megan, Roisin, Maura and Abigile. They all made a promise to practice during the week.
Training will now start from 10-30 am to 12 from next Sunday 29th March.
Girls bring a friend as we continue to learn the rules of football, have fun and meet new friends.
U-8 BOYS
Indoor training continues on Sunday next from 10.00 am to 11.00 am in the John Mitchels Sports Hall.
U-6 BOYS & GIRLS
Training continues on Sunday next from 11 am to 12 noon in the John Mitchels Sports Hall.
Bring a friend and enjoy our fabulous facilities at Camp Ballyseedy
Keep up to date by checking Club Notes, Website and Facebook.
Juvenile Registration
If anyone missed the opportunity to register, please do so ASAP with your Team
MEMBERSHIP
Membership of John Mitchels for 2015 is now due.
2015 membership fees are as follows:
Patron membership €150 ( this includes Adult membership, Entry to the weekly lotto and free admission to all County League home games which can be paid by direct debit),
Adult membership €40,
Students/O.A.P €20,
Juvenile boys and girls €20.
Membership forms are available at the reception at the Club Complex. Our Club Secretary will be available to collect membership fees in the clubhouse (John Joe Sheehy road on Tuesday’s from 8.30pm to 9.15pm. and our Club Registrar, George Lowe will be available to collect fees Tuesdays and Thursdays 8.00 – 9.00 p.m. at our Sports Complex Camp, Ballyseedy.
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.
CLUB BAR
Bookings for Parties etc. can be made by phoning 066 7197070
LOTTO
16/03/2015 – No winner
Numbers drawn: 8, 10, 12, 27 –
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Brian Hayes c/o Bertie
€25 – R Rivas-McHugh c/o Juveniles
€25 – John Ryan c/o Patrons
€25 – Jimmy O’Mahony c/o Vincent
€25 – Carol O’Sullivan c/o Brendan
Next draw – 24/03/2015 – Jackpot €6,300
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
Tralee Parnells are training every Friday evening from 7.00 – 8.00 p.m. in John Mitchels Complex for U6 – U14 Boys and Girls for the next few weeks. Tralee Parnells would welcome any New players to join them.
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.
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Questions & Answers Session
Profile
Name: Joe Myers.
Senior John Mitchel’s player from/to: 1978 – 1987
Playing position: Full Back
(Q): What has been one of your greatest accomplishment as a Mitchel’s player?
(A) “For me it was my time as Captain of the team that won the Town Championship in a match against Kerins O’Rahilly’s in 1984”.
(Q): What would you consider to be one of your “best” games as a player?
(A) “The game that sticks in my mind I believe was 1980 in division 1 of the league, we won the match against Austin Stacks and all the team played very well on the day”.
(Q): Which players in the club would you have looked up to?
(A) “When I came on to the senior panel I was 17, the player I would have looked up to most was Seanie Burrows. Seanie was a big influence on myself and all of the young players. Players like Billy Miles and Pat Costello also had an influence”.
(Q): Can you tell me what is satisfying about your sport?
(A) “Gaelic football for me is the best sport in the world.
It is a great spectacle when it’s played well.
As a team sport the friends you make along the way are friends for life”.
(Q): What is something that is unique about your sport?
(A) “It’s great that it is unique to Ireland and that we have such a great tradition of Gaelic football in Kerry. It is also great to see the young people continuing to uphold this tradition”.
(Q): What other sports have you been involved in?
(A) “I have to say that I didn’t have too much interest in other sports. I played some Soccer, Badminton and Golf”.
(Q): What was training like in your time as a player?
(A) “Training today is much harder, with our training sessions there was more emphasis on running building stamina especially at the start of the year. Today training is more sprinting, core excise, weight training and diet plays an important role”.
(Q): What was the most challenging thing for you as a Mitchel’s player?
(A) “I suppose as any player you had to try your best to stop your immediate opponent. On a wider scale just trying to encourage other players and for myself playing the best I could”.
(Q): Can you tell me about your time as a manager/mentor of juvenile teams?
(A) “As a mentor of juvenile teams over the years it is always very satisfying to see some of the young people I coached go on to become senior players”.
(Q): What are your thoughts on the present and future of the club?
(A) “At present everything is geared towards getting as many young members as possible and rightly so. The future looks great for the club we have marvelous facilities and great credit is due to all involved. As a club everyone has to keep working hard to ensure success”.
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SYMPATHY
To the family of Maureen Conran (nee Heaslip), Abbey Avenue, Corbally, Limerick and late of Tralee.
To the family of William C Lehane, formerly of Killeen Heights and Gallowsfield Tralee and Woking, England
To the family of Ann Cox, Riverside, Tralee
May they Rest in Peace
