Congratulations: Heartiest congratulations to Na Gaeil senior player Jack Barry who won a Sigerson Cup medal at the weekend. He was a member of the UCD team that defeated DCU in the Colleges Final in Belfast on Saturday last. It is great achievement for Jack to be on the first UCD team to win a Sigerson Cup Final in 20 years. Well done.
Minors:
Our county league game V Laune Rangers was postponed due to unplayable pitches at both clubs. Game rescheduled for February 27th away. With Leahy’s Pharmacy sponsoring our jerseys, Meadowlands Hotel have now on board with the team in sponsoring squad tops and pants for the panel.
We extend our appreciation to both sponsors. The lads did a fun session last Sunday at Banna Beach with Patrick, Shawn, Fergal and Damien braving the freezing waters afterwards. We wish Aaron and Anthony a speedy recovery from their injuries.
U14 Boys:
The boys were put through their paces this week working on kick passing and the solo off both feet. Good numbers at all sessions and the sports complex is a real success in terms of training in these terrible weather conditions. Registration will be required in the coming weeks for all players. We will have a goalkeeping course in Na Gaeil on Saturday February 27th.
U10s:
Our boys continue to train indoors in Tralee Sports Complex. We had another big turnout last Sunday. Thanks to Shane Fitzgerald from the senior team who gave JJ and Ger a hand with the training. Training will take place again next Sunday at Tralee Sports Complex from 11am until noon.
Players are asked to bring €2 to cover the cost of the hall & please bring along your mouth-guard & a bottle of water too. Just a reminder that all players need to be registered with the club. Please register next Sunday. The cost for under 10s is €40.
U8s
Training continued at the Tralee Sports Complex Astro Turf Facilities on Sunday last at 10 am. Once again excellent turnout despite some technical difficulties with our texting service . The coaches divided the U7s & U8s into different groups to allow everyone get more ball time. We practiced the basic skills and finished with very competitive practice games.
Great performances from Brian Daly, Brian Heaphy & Nikita Hoare. Most improved players: Sean Cantwell, Fionn O’Dalaigh & Jack Kelly. All Players are asked to bring €2 to cover facility expenses. Also ensure you bring your water bottle & mouth-guards. Make sure you check out the Na Gaeil Facebook page for lots of photos of the teams and training sessions. See you all next Sunday at the Tralee complex 10am.
Fir na Gaeil:
Light Football Training for Men who have retired from playing football and for those that have not played and would like to try it out. Very little skill is required. We train on Friday nights at 8pm in the gym at the moment. Runners and mats are all that are needed. This is a great way to keep fit with light training, ball games and a bit of a laugh. Contact Eddie at 0876791460 for more info.
Mná Na Gaeil:
We are a Gaelic for Mothers and Others team who come together and doing a bit of exercise, football training and socialising. Anyone who would like to join are most welcome, No skills are required, just a good attitude and a sense for fun. We are in the gym on Wednesday nights from 7.45pm. Runners and mats are all that are needed for the moment. Contact Eddie at 0876791460 for more info.
Lotto:
The draw for the jackpot of €2,200 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 5, 7, 11, 24. There was no winner. €50 winners were David Couchman, Ardfert and Gerard Aherne, Forge Cross . €25 winners were Jer O’Sullivan, Cahermoneen, Marguerete Maunsell, Laurel Court, Alice Murphy, Racecourse Lawn and Seán Hussey, Ashe St. Next week’s lotto is worth €2,300 .All welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.
Bingo: B
ingo is on every Monday night at 8.30pm sharp. We have prize money of over €1,000 guaranteed every week with a mini jackpot that increases fortnightly when not won. A door prize and a half-time raffle with lovely prizes also takes place every week. . A bus service is available at 087 2817577.
You can ring this number for pick up and drop off. 100% of the funds raised go back directly into the club. The bingo is run on a total voluntary basis and a huge thank you to all the parents who offer their time to run this vital fundraiser for the club. If anyone wants to donate a spot prize for our weekly bingo raffle, please leave it at the club house and mark it “Bingo”. Thanks to all our patrons who support this event on a weekly basis.
Cards:
A card game is held every Wednesday night in the clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation. Everyone from novice to senior will enjoy a relaxing game of 45.
