Na Gaeil
Minors Na Gaeil Minors next game in the Central Region Division 1 League is away to Kerins O Rahillys on August 18th. Congratulations to the St. Brendan’s Minor Team on reaching the semi-final of the Minor County Championship with a 10 point win over Feale Rangers last Tuesday evening in Killeen.
Na Gaeil had no fewer than nine players togged out on the night and all contributed including joint captain Stefan. It is no surprise that all these Na Gaeil players can compete with the best in the county at this level as they come off an excellent Division Two County League undefeated winning season and currently have no fewer than three players on the Kerry Minor panel competing in the All Ireland semi final against Kildare later this month. Keep up the good work lads.
U 6 The boys and girls were divided into small groups this week and got plenty of time on the ball. Coaches spent quality time teaching the players how to pass to each other and how to move around the field to help their team. Good session everyone!
Kerry Juniors Congratulations to the Kerry Junior team and all their mentors on a great victory over Mayo in the All Ireland Final played in Croke Park on Saturday last. Well done to Na Gaeil player Andrew Barry who played a starring role at centre half back. Andrew has now won three All Ireland medals in the last three years: two at minor level and one at junior level. He has played the full 60 minutes in all three finals in Croke Park wearing the no. 6 jersey. What an amazing achievement!
Na Gaeil Ladies Na Gaeil Ladies U20 Blitz v John Mitchels
We played John Mitchels in the 1st game in Ballyseedy on Tuesday evening. Mitchels scored an early goal but we came back strong with a point from Mairin. This was followed by a goal from Jadyn and a point from Meagan. Mitchels scored another goal before halftime. With Eimear, Martina and Erika defending tightly in the backs, we didnt concede in the 2nd half and with more scores from Meagan, Jadyn, Caoimhe and Blaithnaid, we finished the game strongly.
Na Gaeil Ladies U20 Blitz v Laune Rangers.
We started much brighter against Rangers with Nora and Erika scoring early goals followed by 2 points from Nora and a goal from Jadyn. Laune Rangers rallied just before half time scoring a couple of goals. The girls tightened up in the backs with Martina and Mairin breaking down Rangers forward play and with a point from Meagan and a goal apiece from Erika and Caoimhe, we finished the blitz unbeaten.
Team; Erika O Sullivan, Caoimhe Hanafin, Eimear Nolan, Mairin Maher, Martina O Connor, Nora O Connell, Jadyn Lucey, Blaithnaid O Connor Meagan Sheehy.
Na Gaeil Ladies v Beaufort, County League Div 1
We were away to a strong Beaufort side on Monday night. We started brightly with Jadyn scoring a point after a fine pass from Meagan. Beaufort came back at us strongly and despite Susan and Sheila defending tightly and Laura making a few good saves, we were struggling to contain the runners in the 1st half. We made a few changes at half time with Jadyn, Aine and Martina in the half back line. Beaufort were quick but with Nora and Kate Anne started to win their battle in midfield. Erika, Meagan and Mairin were making it tough for Beaufort’s half back line and with Caoimhe, Eimear and Blaithnaid were making good runs. We were coming back into the game, working hard and winning the dirty ball but a decision by the referee when we were on top broke our momentum. We struggled to get our play going again. It was a great 2nd half performance in very tough conditions with scores from Kate Anne, Meagan , Jadyn, Erika, Aine and Nora .
Team; Laura Fitzgerald , Susan Fernane, Sheila O Riordan, Erika O Sullivan, Aine Kelliher, Martina O Connor, Mairin Maher, Nora O Connell, Meagan Sheehy, Jadyn Lucey, Caoimhe Hanafin, Eimear Nolan, Blaithnaid O Connor, Kate Anne O Connor.
25th Anniversary Celebrations There is a great night in store in Na Gaeil this Saturday August 13th as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the opening of our thriving clubhouse. We are hoping that all club members, players, mentors and officials past and present will attend for a night of music, craic and reminiscing and of course food. So come along at 9.00pm for a night to remember.
Cash For Clubs Na Gaeil is now registered in the ‘Topaz Cash for Clubs’ initiative. Any club Members who are also Topaz card holders are able to allocate tokens to the Club and help raise funds
Na Gaeil Cycle Na Gaeil Annual Cycle will take place on Saturday August 27th. All are welcome to take part in what will be a great day’s fun and exercise.
Na Gaeil Cycling Club Na Gaeil Cycling Club are now up and running with their full summer schedule: Monday and Wednesday nights at 6.15pm and Saturday mornings at 10am.ALL ARE WELCOME, high vis essential
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 Monday and Friday nights from 7.30 to 8.30pm. 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 do 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 out in the field on Wednesday nights and Saturday evenings. Boots or Runners are all that are required. Contact Eddie at 0876791460 for more info.
Lotto The draw for the jackpot of €4,600 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 14, 19, 21, 26. There was no winner. €50 winners were Jack Harty, Ard na Li and Niall Lyons, Kilkenny. €25 winners were Mná na Gaeil, John Clear, Matt Talbot Road, Michael B o Grady, Derrylea and Emma Cassidy, Derrylea. Next week’s lotto is worth €4,700. All are welcome for the draw in the club each Tuesday night at 10.30pm.
Bingo Bingo 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 will also take 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.
