Kerins O’Rahillys Notes
Senior Football
Lee Strand Town Championship Final Kerins O’Rahillys 0-9 Austin Stacks 1-9
We played old rivals Austin Stacks in the Town Championship Final last Sunday at the Ballymac pitch and went under on a scoreline of Austin Stacks 1-9 to Kerins O’Rahillys 0-9.
A game that never rose to great heights and not a great game of football.
Austin Stacks opened the scoring when Kieran Donaghy fielded a high ball and set up Shane O’Callaghan for the opening and only goal of the game.
They went further ahead before we had our first point from the impressive Gavin O’Brien at full forward.
We added further points from Cormac Coffey and Jack Savage and were unlucky not to have a penalty in the 23rd minute when Gavin O’Brien seemed to be upended in the square.
Saying that our shooting was woeful as we had 9 wides alone in this half and you don’t win matches with wides like that. Both sides traded points with Jack Savage and Barry John Keane putting over for Kerins O’Rahillys to leave the half time score at Kerins O’Rahillys 0-4 to Austin Stacks 1-4.
Austin Stacks added on a few points in the second half and we replied with minors from Barry John Keane, Mark O’Sullivan and Declan Quill to leave the scores at Kerins O’Rahillys 0-7 to Austin Stacks 1-7 at the 43rd minute.
Though we had plenty of possession we never seemed to threaten for that elusive goal and though we had three points from Declan Quill {2 frees} and Con Barrett Austin Stacks ran out deserved winners at the final whistle.
Garry Kissane had a fine game in goals. In the backs Cormac Coffey put in a great hour and was ably assisted by Shane Brosnan, Ross O Callaghan, Gavin Duffy, Cian Sayers.
Others to impress were David Mc Loughlin, Con Barrett, Gavin O Brien, Barry John Keane, Jack Savage and subs Declan Quill and Mark Sullivan.
A minute’s silence was observed before the game as a mark of respect for the late Mike Quirke former Austin Stacks player and father of Michael and Sean Quirke, Kerins O Rahillys and Kerry.
Next game is Tralee Town Board Junior League final. This will be played in John Mitchels on Friday the 30th at 7pm and is against John Mitchels.
Note – All fixtures are subject to change. Changes will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.
Juveniles
U6, U8, U10s The final training session of the season for these age groups will take place on Saturday next the 31st of October. There will be a medal presentation with some of our Kerry players in attendance.
U8/10 Girls Our U8/10 Girls train in Healy Park Ballyrickard on Saturday mornings at 11am.
Sponsored Walk A great crowd turned out for the Juvenile club’s sponsored walk on Bank Holiday Monday morning despite the inclement weather. Thanks to all who supported the event and well done to the organisers.
Mouthguards-gumshields are compulsory for all ages. We have boil and bite flavoured mouth guards for sale on Saturday mornings. They retail at €5 each.
Coaching and Development
With ever increasing playing numbers at all ages in the Club we are always anxious to ensure that every player is given the best possible coaching in the skills of the game. We are extremely grateful for the hard work and commitment of our members who volunteer to coach and assist in any way with each team. As in previous years we are looking for new people to get involved. We have had a very productive 2015 and look forward to the same in 2016. This would not be possible without our volunteers. Bearing this in mind and planning for the season ahead we would like to invite anyone who would be interested in getting involved in any team from Saturday Mornings to Minors to get in touch. “Many hands make light work”. Coaching courses will be provided as were in other years and can also be updated. If you feel you have time to give please contact Juvenile Chairman Dinny O’Connor on 0879574410 or Senior Chairman Frank O’Connor on 0877971862. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Friends of Strand Road
The Friends of Strand Road continues to grow and the club greatly appreciates the continued support of its members. We will be in Healy Park Ballyrickard on Saturday next to hand out the new umbrellas to existing members. We will also welcome new members on the day.
Ladies Football
U12 Girls train in Healy Park Ballyrickard on Tuesday. Contact Robert for details 0868882875. Congratulations to our U12 girls who travelled to Clare on Saturday last with the Kerry Development squads. They played with the team representing North and West Kerry and won their final.
U14 Girls We played our final match of the year last Wednesday in the town league final against Austin Stacks. On the night Austin Stacks proved too strong for us as they dominated the game from start to finish. Credit to the girls as they never dropped the heads and kept fighting till the end. The girls can feel very proud of the effort and commitment that they have put in all year and the achievements that they have received from this. They wore the jersey with pride in every game and are a credit to themselves and their families. A big thanks to everyone who helped and supported the team throughout the year. Enjoy the break ye deserve it.
U16 Girls The U16 girls are training in Ballyrickard on Mondays from 6pm to 7.30pm with David and Ruth. Contact David on 0861630458 for further details.
Congratulations to Isabelle Bailey who captained Tralee district to win the cup final in the U15 North Kerry Blitz at the week end.
Lotto
The Lotto takes place in Charlie’s Bar every Monday. The Lotto results for Monday the 19th October were 5, 8, 20 and 22. There was no jackpot winner. The next jackpot will be €5,600. There was 1 match 3 winner. That was Maria Donegan Ardfert. The 5 entrants for the December Draw 2015 were Mary McCarthy, Lena Diggins, Patricia Walsh, Paula O’Shea and John Murphy Russia. To play the Kerins O’Rahillys Lotto, four numbers are selected from 1 to 28. If anybody matches the four numbers selected on the night he/she wins the Jackpot. Match three numbers to win €25. Tickets cost €2 each. The Kerins O’Rahillys Lotto can also be played online at www.korgaa.com
Lotto Sellers The club needs lotto ticket sellers. It can be worth your while. If you are interested contact any member of the Senior Committee.
Cards
Whist drive is back on Thursday nights. Call the club on 7124956 for details. All welcome.
Yoga Classes
There are yoga classes in the club on Thursday nights from 7.30 to 9pm. Phone or text Mike at 0872732591 for further details.
Pilates Classes
Do you want to improve your flexibility? Do you suffer from back, neck or hip pain? Do you want to improve your strength and tone up? Well look no further “Pilates Classes” have arrived at Kerins O’Rahillys. Mondays 7-8 are for men only, Fitness and Flexibility is at 8.15 to 9.15. Tuesday evening Pregnancy classes at 6pm-6.45 and Pilates for Fitness at 7pm-8. Contact Izabela on 087 765 0125 for further details.
Weightwatchers
Weightwatchers classes take place in the Healy Room at the Kerins O’Rahillys clubhouse every Thursday. The new Summer times are times are 9.30am and 12.30pm. Contact Helen for details on 0879504232. All welcome.
Charlie’s Bar
Club Lotto on takes place in the bar every Monday night with a special in house raffle if you are present so why not pop along. Why not treat yourself to lunch in Charlie’s. There’s something to please everyone. The Active Retired Coffee Morning Group meets every Tuesday morning in Charlie’s. Come along and keep in touch with old friends and make new friends. All welcome. “Dance for Fun” will start back on Wednesday the 23rd. This has grown in popularity and is a very entertaining night out, a great way to stay fit and to make new friends. Come along and check it out. We have many different size function rooms and cater to all types of functions. Contact Tom or Eileen or any member of staff at 7124956 if you have any queries. Charlie’s Bar is on Facebook where there are regular updates on what is happening. Why not check it out.
Sympathies
Sincere Sympathy is expressed to the family of John O’Shea Fountain Court Tralee and formerly Caherciveen, James King Clash West Tralee, Jerome O’Leary Cahermoneen Tralee, Peggy Burke (nee Murphy) Athea and Tralee and Anita Shanahan (nee O’Connell) Kilflynn and formerly Racecourse Lawn Tralee. May they rest in Peace.
P.R.O Contact
If you have any thing you feel is of interest for the Kerins O’Rahillys notes please get in touch. You can contact me at pro.kerinsorahillys.kerry@gaa.ie. Why not join our Facebook group to keep up to date with all fixtures and what is going on in the club. Just follow the following link https://www.facebook.com/groups/Narries/ or follow us on Twitter @korgaa
