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Seniors:
We resume the county league next weekend with a home game vs Ballymacelligott which will be played on Sat evening 1st April with throw in @ 6 pm
The new management team have had more time to work with the lads since St Patrick’s Day but given the loss of key players from last year, every game, either home or away will be a tough assignment.
Our Division 6 game will see us welcome Milltown/Castlemaine to Strand Road on Sunday 2nd with a starting time of 11.00 am
Kerry bowed out of contention from this year’s league campaign when going under to Galway in Salthill on Sunday, losing eventually by two points; concentration now turns to the championship and the defence of the Munster and All Ireland titles.
Rock St PO Club Lotto Competition:
This week will bring to a close the final of the above competition which ends on Friday 31st – if you have any outstanding transactions which could be completed at a Post Office please ensure you drop into Martin & Marie, obtain your token and place in the KO’R bucket. Many thanks to all of you who have supported us in this to date.
Augusta Masters Golf Challenge:
The first Major of the year takes place in Augusta from 6-9th April and we are in the 11th year of our Masters Challenge competition – if you would like to partake, tickets are available from club members or can be played online by visiting ClubZap and scanning the QR Code therein which opens up a card – all online payments are fully encrypted via Clubforce.
Juvenile Club:
Due to the bad weather over the last few weeks and pitch conditions this week’s Juvenile Academy training took place in Tralee Sports Complex Astro turf.
U5 Boys enjoyed jam packed training sessions with their coaches developing their skills while still having great fun. Our coaches incorporate key skills into fun games that they play with the boys. This week our coaches would like the boys to practice their kicking.
U6 Girls – Great training session today for U6 girls. We’re really improving our skills. We’re going to practice our soloing this week. A special welcome to new members Heidi and Chloe. We are delighted they have joined our team. We look forward to another great session next week
U7 Boys – this group of boys are already proving to their coaches that they are practicing at home during the week. Today they concentrated on all skills but especially kick passing. They enthusiasm and drive they all bring is fantastic and their coaches are delighted with them.
U8 Girls and U10 Girls – Another fantastic morning of training with both groups of girls. Each girl is already showing huge improvement and their skills are coming along nicely. The girls will have games coming up in April so their coaches are encouraging them to practice as much as they can at home. This week they want the girls to practice hand passing and kick passing while on the move.
U9 Boys – had a very enjoyable training session this morning. Great enthusiasm shown by all the group. Lots of 1v1’s and 2v2’s. This week the coaches want the boys to practice kicking and hand passing while on the move as they’ll have loads of games starting in April.
Our juvenile Academy will continue next Sunday at 10am to 11am in Tralee Sports Complex to give our pitches a chance. Please keep an eye on clubzap for all updates regarding your child’s age group. It was lovely to see new members joining again this morning and as always our gates are always open and new members are always welcome to join our club you can contact us by
Text: 0876934801
Email: juvenilechair.korgaa@gmail.com
On Facebook or Instagram through our pages.
U11 Boys – had their first town league game v John Mitchel’s last Thursday. Both teams played very well in tough conditions. This Thursday they have another match against Austin Stacks in Connolly Park. Keep an eye on Clubzap for details. They also enjoyed a great training session on Sunday morning. These are a fantastic group with great energy and enthusiasm.
U13 KOR Boys – U13 County League fixtures did not go ahead this weekend as our opposition were unable to fulfill the fixtures.
Training will continue this week (TBC)
and we look forward to Rd 2 County League fixtures next Sunday 2nd of April, home to Sm/Dn/Tn/Tu at 6pm in Ballyrickard and away to Dingle at 6pm in Pàirc an Àghsaigh
Panels will be posted on Clubzap Thursday evening. Please keep an eye on clubzap for all details.
U15 Boys – played a challenge game against Listowel on Thursday 23rd March. Tough conditions to play in but our boys played extremely well against a very good home team.
U15 training will take place on the MTU Astro on Monday 27th March from 6pm to 7pm. County league Div. 5 V Spa away on Wednesday 29th March at 7pm.
Div 9c game v Keel/ Listry is canceled.
We would like to thank our main Sponsor Ballyseedy Home and Garden Centre for their continued support. Please ensure you have paid your membership through clubzap. We have posted a short video on our Facebook and Instagram account to assist you in downloading the app and paying membership.
We will be using clubzap for all communication regarding your child’s group.
We would like to congratulate all the Boys and Girls in our club who have made their confirmation and wish those making theirs over the next few weeks the very best too, we hope you all enjoy your special day.
The Kerins O’Rahillys/St Pats Minors are resuming training this week and hope to have a mini camp over Easter with a challenge game or two. Our focus is on the upcoming central league and preparation for this starts this week.
Nótaí na mBan:
A busy period coming up for competitive groups with all of them in action over the next few weeks.
We reset our clocks last Sunday morning which means that British winter time bid us farewell. Spring has sprung and we can enjoy more daylight. All we need now is for Mother Nature to stop the rain pelting down so that pitches everywhere can dry out.
Fingers crossed that the weather improves and that we don’t have too many ‘April Showers.’
U12 GIRLS
Due to the wet weather the past fortnight the girls first outdoor training session of 2023 in Ballyrickard was cancelled and they trained in the MTU Sports Academy instead. Decibel levels were high as always as everyone had a fun filled training session and the smiles on their faces said it all when they were told after asking that they will be playing games shortly. We look forward to following their fortunes this year.
The North Kerry Board will have a gradings meeting this week. Plans are afoot for matches…
U14 GIRLS
The Mighty U14s were down a few for training due to Confirmations but what we lacked in numbers we made up for in fun. A cold but terrific training session. A great bunch!
The weather had won out for round 1 of the NCP league and our first match v Na Gaeil had to be postponed.
Instead our ladies started off their division 4 non county player league campaign with an away loss against Beaufort last Sunday.
Unfortunately it was not to be for our girls . For some , it was their first game on a full size pitch and overall they dealt with the step up really well. Hard luck and thanks to Beaufort for hosting the game.
Round 3 has been postponed as many pitches around the county are unplayable.
U16 GIRLS
These ladies had to contend with very wintry conditions last Thursday evening during training on the AstroTurf in the MTU. A super performance in tough weather as they braved the elements.Well done!
Competitive action is just around the corner as Round 1 of the county league commences on Wednesday, April 5th when we are away to Corca Dhuibhne. We compete in division 4 for the county league.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at training in preparation for our first match.
MINORS
Our minor and senior players had a terrific joint training session last Friday evening in Tralee Sports Complex.
Wednesday, April 12th sees the start of the minor season. We will host Kilcummin and are in division 3 for the county league.
SENIORS
An enjoyable training session in Banna last Sunday morning. Well done to everyone!
We are in division 4 for the Donal Curtin Cup which commences on April 2nd . In round 1 we are away to Currow.
REGISTRATION
DON’T MISS THE DEADLINE!!
Calling parents and players.
Registrations for the 2023 season must be completed by March 31st. They need to be cleared in our account, then processed and approved by Croke Park so please don’t leave it until the last minute.
Please register BY TUESDAY to ensure you’re on time. Any questions, give Karon a call.
BEST WISHES MOUNTHAWK SENIOR LADIES
Lidl All Ireland Post Primary School Senior B Championship Final
Mounthawk senior ladies are playing their final in Nenagh next Thursday, March 30th against Convent of Mercy, Roscommon town.
All in Strand Road are super proud of our club players on the team.
These young ladies always give the maximum of effort and this then allows their quality to come to the fore.
We wish them, the team and management the best on the day.
Ádh mór Katie, Keelan, Lily, Aoibhín agus Kelly.
CONDOLENCES
It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Joe Corrigan during the week. Our deepest sympathies to Joe’s family and friends. Joe worked in our club many years ago as caretaker and everyone who knew him has great memories of his bubbly personality. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
We offer our sympathies to former Legion chairman and current PRO, Enda Walshe on the passing of his wife Breda.
Our condolences also to the families and friends of George Boyle, Maureen Roche and Abbie Moriarty.
May their souls rest in peace
Keep in touch:
As always, if you have any snippet of information you would like included in the notes please contact one of the following:
Club: pro.kerinsorahillys.kerry@gaa.ie ( Pat Flavin)
Juveniles: norakissane@hotmail.com
Ladies: korladiessec@gmail.com ; Shirley Doody – 086 8713552
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