Kerins O’Rahillys 10K 1916 Commemorative Run

The Kerins O’Rahillys 10K 1916 Commemorative Run will take place on Sunday the 31st of January 2016 at 10.00am at the Kerins O’Rahillys GAA Club which is based in Strand Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry.

The 10K route will start and finish outside the Club House. The route will take in the surrounding areas.

The Kerins O Rahillys 10K will also include a team category; teams will be made up of four with 3 to count for scoring.

Points will allocated on finishing position, the team with the lowest points win, and the winning team will receive the John Dowling Shield. The team competition will include a male and female category.

The route will include 7k of the Tralee Valentines Run, so it will be a great way to prepare for the event. The Kerins O’Rahillys 10K is also a great opportunity for people to start their 2016 running season. The event is also open to walkers and the walkers will start at the same time as the runners and will line up at the back of the field.

This event sold out last year, so don’t miss out, sign up early! Registration is now open on the Run the Kingdom website (click here)

Registration will also take place on Saturday the 30th at the club

There will be a specially commissioned commemorative “O’Rahilly” medal for all finishers. If you have any queries please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Girls Awards Night

There was an evening held in the Healy Room at the club for the U8, 10, 12 and 14 Girls on Sunday evening last. It was very well attended and entertainment was provided by Danny Leane and refreshments by Charlies.

All age groups received plaques and were thanked and praised by their mentors for the commitment shown throughout the year. The U13 girls also received their medals from the Sandra Keane Tournament.

All girls who had played with Kerry and taken part in Kerry Development squads were congratulated. Following apologies from ladies Chairman David Collins it fell to Senior Club Chairman Frank O’Connor to thank all mentors who had put in a long year.

He congratulated them on a vibrant and growing ladies club and also thanked parents for their continued support and cooperation for the club.

It will be a busy year with Féile but we are in a very healthy place with all the backing from all present so will look forward to a very entertaining weekend in June.

Christmas Gift Ideas

The Juvenile Club have some lovely kits that would make great Christmas presents for the young Kerins O’Rahillys player. There are also school/kit bags available. Contact Declan Quill for details 0879823743

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.

Looking out for our neighbours

It is that time of year when everyone is running around and busy and there may not be many club activities going on. We should take time out to remember those members who may be alone for whatever reason and take time to check on them.

Remember it is important as a club to look after our supporters and neighbours all year round. Something very simple can mean a great deal and give a moment of support and show that we care.

Lotto

The Lotto takes place in Charlie’s Bar every Monday.  The Lotto results for Monday 7th December were 3, 9, 10 and 27. There was no jackpot winner. The next jackpot will be €2,100. There were 2 match 3 winners.

They were Francis Locke c/o Mrs O’Brien.  The 5 people drawn for the December 2015 draw were Pat Diggins, Nora O’Sullivan, Fred Browne, John Foley DD and Lynda O’Callaghan DD. 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 times are times are 9.30am and 5.45pm. 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” is on Wednesday nights. This has grown in popularity and is a very entertaining night out, a great way to stay fit, learn to dance and to make new friends. Come along and check it out. Its that time of year when people plan Christmas Parties.

Why not check out what Charlies have to offer. 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 Mary Mangan (nee Fitzgerald) Ballyvelly Tralee, Betty Moynihan (nee Formerly MacMahon nee Casey) Church St Tralee, Maura Counihan (nee O’Hehir) St Brendan’s Park Tralee, James O’Connor Connolly Park Tralee and Mary Frances O’Rourke (nee McEvoy) Tobar Naofa Moyderwell 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.

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