.The gym at Kerry Sports Academy has state of the art equipment for your workout.
Kerry Sports Academy at the MTU Campus in Tralee has a very special Lent gym offer which can be availed of over the next week.
If you call them before Wednesday, March 9, you can get 40 days gym membership for just €40!
It’s an amazing offer worth availing of, as the gym is over a 700m2 square foot area and contains 30 pieces of Matrix state of the art cardio equipment including:
• Upright bikes
• Recumbent bikes
• Treadmills
• Climb Mills
• Cross Trainers
• Arc Trainers
• Rowing Machines
• Watt Bikes
• Assault Bikes
• SkiErgs
• Self Propelled Treadmills
• Invictus Active Trainers
• 12 Single and Multi station
• IFI certified accessible weight machines
• Free weights ranging from 1 – 50kg along with Kettlebells, Slamballs & Benches
• 6 Lifting platforms with squat racks with an additional 4 platforms for Olympic lifting
• Free area for body weight exercises, stretching & mobility work
• Male & Female changing areas, showers and lockers
• Fully qualified fitness instructors on duty while the gym is open
Call Kerry Sports Academy on 066-7144200 or visit their website for more on their facilities.
HERITAGE Council funding of €151,596 has been allocated for Listowel town.
The funding is part of the Heritage Council’s Heritage Towns Initiative which is under the remit of Green Party Minister Malcolm Noonan.
The money will finance the conservation of seven properties in The Square, William Street and Church Street.
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Local Green Party representative Anluan Dunne has welcomed the funding. “I am delighted to welcome further funding which has been granted to Listowel to continue the important work of conserving the town’s built heritage. Such conservation work is essential to maintain the historic fabric of Listowel town centre.”
The funding is part of a nationwide programme of works which seeks promote heritage-led regeneration and to improve the quality of Ireland’s historic towns and villages.
THERE are around 3,000 customers affected by a water outage in Tralee tonight.
Cllr Mikey Sheehy posted an update from the KERRY County Council Water Services earlier tonight.
They said a burst water mains is causing the outage and work on repairing it will take place early on Wednesday morning.
The customers affected are in the Caherslee, Mounthawk, Clogherbrien, Ballyroe, Balloonagh, Ballyvelly, Ballyrickard, Kerins Park, Lohercannon, Blennerville, Annagh and Curraheen.
SCÓR na nÓG: Come on, The Rock! How about taking part in Scór? Scór competitions:Singing (one song), Quiz, Recitation or Story, Ballad Group (2 songs with harmony), Music Group (two tunes), Léiriú (Sketch), Figure Dance and Set Dance. The Kerry finals of Scór na nÓg are scheduled for Saturday 19th March. Scór rules and information may be read on kerrygaa.ie.
PEIL FAOI 7 (born 2015/16/17): Our 7th Under 7 football session will take place at 11.00am on Sunday next (6th) in the CBS PRIMARY School i gCluain na Lobhar. Fáilte mhór roimh dhaoine nua. Many thanks to Cluain na Lobhar CBS and to Scoil Eoin in Balluamhnach for facilitating our club’s indoor sessions. We are hoping, weather permitting, to be able to train outdoors from Sunday March 20th.
PEIL FAOI 9 (born 2013/14): The Under 9 boys will have their seventh session of this season on The Green Astroturf pitch at the early time of 10.00am on Sunday next (6th). Mighty footballers in this U9 group! Mórbhuíochas to the CB Primary School management, to the management of Balloonagh Primary School and to the management of The Green CBS for so generously allowing us to use their excellent facilities. We are hopeful, má bhíonn an aimsir go maith, to be able to train outdoors on green grass from March 20th (Sunday).
PEL FAOI 11 (born 2011/12): (i) The Under 11 boys will again train at 11.00am on the Astroturf at The Green CBS on Sunday next, 6ú Márta. More great football will be seen and excitement mounts as we prepare for our big important games: County League….(a) Round 1 on April 14th….(b) Phase 2 on June 2nd. Sunday March 20th, weather permitting, has been earmarked for the start of our outdoor green grass sessions. Thanks to the CBS Secondary School management for permitting us to use its great facility.
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) The Tralee Town Board U13 football activities will begin on Sunday next, March 6th. Expect text. This series of games (circa 3 weeks) will prepare us for our County League matches. Please ensure, boys, that you have paid your membership fee prior to the commencement of games. (ii) (a) Round 1 of our County League will take place on March 27th. Fixtures: Division 2 (15-a-side) teams….AdeS A, An Ghaeltacht, Ballymacelligot, Kilcummin, Legion, Na Gaeil. Division 10 (11/13/15-a-side) teams….AdeS B, An Ghaeltacht B, Ballymacelligot B, Kilcummin B, Legion C, Na Gaeil B. (b) Phase 2 will be played on 22nd May.
PEIL FAOI 15: (i) Training will take place on Sunday next in the Bishop’s Field from 2.30pm to 4pm. Training will also be held on the MTU Astroturf from 7.30pm to 8.30pm on Thursday. Other weekday sessions vary….depending on the availability of pitches. It is expected that our interclub games will be played on Wednesdays. (ii) Our County League matches will take place from 30th March (round 1) to 27th April. Division 1A (15-a-side) teams….AdeS, An Ghaeltacht, Glenflesk, Na Mistéalaigh, An Léigiún, An Spá (Cill Airne). Division 9 (11/13/15-a-side) teams…AdeS B, Firies B, Kilcummin B, Legion B, Listowel Emmets B. The semi-finals will take place on 4th or 11th May and the finals will be on 11th or 18th May. (iii)The Central Region games are expected to be from 22nd June to 20th July. (iv) The County Championship dates have yet to be fixed. (v) Like to be part of this panel of Rock players? Oliver Lata, Rian Walsh, Max Nosidlak, Tomás Ó Conaill, Liam Ó Conaill, Alex Touhy, Gabriel Nosidlak, Ben Murphy, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Leon Ó Conchúir, Ronan Carroll, Naoude Derege, Jack Shanahan, Cormac Bastible, Jake Carmody, Seán Clifford, Eoghan Murphy, Brian Kavanagh, Adam Johnston, Ruairí Ó Loingsigh, Jayden Moriarty, Jack Ó Duigín, Tadhg Falvey, Paddy Lucid, Rory Kavanagh, Denis Griffin, Ryan O’Driscoll.
PEIL FAOI 17: (i) Minor Training: gym on Monday at 6pm and outdoor on Thursdays at 5pm. (ii) The U17s’ first game of the 2022 County League, v Keel/Listry, ended in a draw…..2-10 each. Pointe sa mhála, ambaiste! Further U17 information in senior notes.
PEIL NA CHÉAD BHLIANA (Corn Aodháin Uí Chonchúir): (i) Roinn A (21ú Márta): Coláiste Bhréanainn v The Green; 28ú Márta: Cnoc an tSeabhaic v Coláiste Bhréanainn; 4ú Aibreán: The Green v Cnoc an tSeabhaic. (ii) Roinn C (21ú Márta): Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí v Tairbeart; 28úMárta: Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí v Coláiste Pobail Oileán Ciarraí; 4ú Aibreán: Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí v Meánscoil an Leitriúigh (Castlegregory).
PEIL FAOI 15 (Corn Bhreandáin Uí Shé): ‘Well done’ to Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí a d’imir v Tairbeart ar an gCéadaoin (2ú Márta).
PEIL FAOI 15 (Corn an Ruiséalaigh): Best wishes to the boys of Cnoc an tSeabhaic (v Coláiste Phádraig) and The Green (v Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne) on Wednesday next (9ú Márta).
CIARRAÍ: (i) ‘Well done’ to Kerry and to Dylan Ó Cathasaigh (who did very well in his first ‘start’ in the Green‘n’Gold), Greg Horan and Jack Ó Sé (painéal breise) v Muimhneachán on Sunday last. Go n-éirí go geal leo v Maigh Eo. (ii) Comhghairdeachas le hiománaithe na Ríochta v Ceatharlach, le mná na Ríochta v An Clár agus le peileadóirí Faoi 20 na Ríochta v An Ghaillimh. A great weekend for Kerry GAA players.
LÁ FHÉILE PÁDRAIG: Preparations are being made to celebrate the Feast of our National Apostle, Saint Patrick. Black’n’Amber families, friends and supporters are invited to march in the parade. We’ve two weeks to prepare! Bimis ullamh! Dóchas linn, Naomh Pádraig!
LOTTO: Míle buíochas le gach duine a thugann tacaíocht dár lotto agus do na gnólachtaí seo a leanas: (i) Paudie Commane’s Book Shop, Sráid na Carraige, (ii) O’Flynn Interiors, Sráid na Carraige, (iii) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Sráid na Carraige, (iv) Terry’s Butcher Shop, Páirc na Darach, (v) Husseys’ Deli, Cé an Phrionsa, (vi) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (vii) Maguires, Butchers, Caherslee, (viii) Ollmhargadh Chaoimhín de Barra, Sráid na Carraige, and (ix) www.austinstacks.ie. Mórbhuíochas ó chroí don tacaíocht go léir.
The 1st round match play is now complete with the following teams winning and joining Team Martin Mitchell in the cup
Mikey Sheehy beat Brian Hennebery, = Barry Moynihan beat Kieran Dinan Jnr
Tony O Halloran beat Anton O Callaghan= Jason Daly beat Brian Waldron
Derek O Brien beat Tim Leahy = Jim O Connor beat Brendan Fitzgerald
John Collins beat Pat Stack.
CUP DRAW – last 8 – next weekend
Martin Mitchell V John Collins
Tony O Halloran V Jason Daly
Mikey Sheehy V Jim O Connor
Barry Moynihan V Derek O Brien
PLATE DRAW – last 8 next weekend
Kieran Dinan Bye
Brendan Fitzgerald V Brian Waldron
Anton O Callaghan V Pat Stack
Tim Leahy V Brian Hennebery
Teams to be submitted to Handicap Sec by 6pm on Thursday 3rd March. Tom O Driscoll the contact for Sheehy V O Connor match.
At least one game from each match to be played on Saturday 5th.
Ladies Results:
Wednesday 23rd Feb 9-hole Champagne AMAM
Timesheets for the following, are opening on Monday 28th February 8pm:
17th March – St. Patricks Day semi-open AMAM
18th of March – Family and Friends Day for Remembrance and Recognition
17-hole AMAM, 9-hole Scramble, Par3 – 6-hole Scotch Foursomes
6th April – Ladies Open Day sponsored by ‘The Rose Hotel’, 3-person team
Time sheet opening: Members and their guests (28th February 8pm), Non-members (1st March 9am)
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Fixtures
Sat 26th/Sun 27th ‘Garvey’s Supervalu’ Spring League R2.
Wed 2nd March – 9 holes stableford – start on the 1st hole par3 then 11-18
Sat 5th/Sun 6th ‘Garvey’s Supervalu’ Spring League R3
Wed 9th Mar – Club singles
Sat 12th/Sun 13th ‘Garvey’s Supervalu’ Spring League R4
Into the final couple of weeks of the season. Sessions remaining for u10s 28th Feb and 7th March, and sessions remaining for Academy 3rd and 10th March.
JUVENILE
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U12 GIRLS T1
Tralee Imperials 41-26 St. Anne’s (22/02/22)
U12 Girls T1 had a strong panel of 11 against St Anne’s.
The Imperials girls had a great 1st quarter with 4 on the score sheet 13 to 6 end of the first.
Imperials kept a strong hold throughout despite St Anne’s very strong team.
Excellent team work and impressive lay ups led to a great win.
Final score 41 to 26.
Top scorer: Sophie Rybanska 11 points, Sadhbh Dowling 8 points
U16 BOYS T1
Tralee Imperials 42-56 St. Brendan’s (21/02/22)
Our u16s took on St Brendan‘s Monday night in Div 1 of the county league.
Our defense was very effective in the first quarter and behind some fine shooting from Jamie and Tadgh we ended the period tied at 10-10. The second quarter was again a cagey affair with both defenses coming out on top. We were missing three of our usual starting five and this along with tiredness started to show in the third. We fell behind by 18 at one point but pulled it back a little to end the period down 13. 29-42.
The boys put every ounce of effort into the start of the fourth and closed the gap to 8 but Brendan’s settled and the final score was 42-56.
All the boys can be very proud of themselves and the game time experience will stand them in good stead in the long term.
Scorers:
Jamie Burke 14
Tadgh Moran 7
Sean Heaslip 7
Fionnan Ryan 6
Sam Fitzgerald 5
William O’Donoghue 3
U18 GIRLS T1
St. Mary’s 52-29 Tralee Imperials (27/02/22)
SENIORS
SENIOR LADIES
Tralee Imperials 28-50 Kenmare (21/02/22)
MONTHLY TRAINING FEE
Monthly training fees for juvenile (u12-u18) and senior teams can be paid online via ClubZap app or the Club Shop on the website https://www.traleeimperials.ie/products
Any queries email imperialsbc@gmail.com
GARVEY’S TRALEE WARRIORS
Next game is the local derby in Killorglin vs KCYMS on Saturday 5th March @ 7.15pm.
THE most up to date statistics from the Residential Property Price Register shows that January saw 28 property sales in the Tralee area in transactions fetching a total of €5,333,000.
The property that sold for the most money in one transaction in the Tralee environs in January was for a house in Caherslee for €492,500.
The most paid in the county in one transaction was for The Hut, Beebane, Waterville which fetched €840,000.
In all, the latest figures show there were 98 residential properties sold in Kerry in January. Here’s where and for how much the properties in the Tralee area were sold (highest price first)…
ST Pats GAA Club in Blennerville will use the Club Lotto draw to raise funds this weekend to donate to UNICEF Humanitarian Aid appeal for Ukraine.
The Club has decided to support the appeals for humanitarian aid for Ukraine by donating all monies raised through the weekly Lotto draw this weekend to UNICEF.
The Club will also cover the cost of the weekly consolation prize fund to add to the donation.
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UNICEF is working across Eastern Ukraine to scale up life-saving programmes for children including trucking safe water to conflict-affected areas, prepositioning health, hygiene and emergency education supplies as close as possible to communities near the line of contact.
The draw will take place on Sunday night 6th March at 9-15pm. Lotto tickets can be purchased online via the Club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com or at the following outlets: O’Sheas Shop and Service Station Blennerville, Poff Motors Dingle Road , Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers in Manor, Noyeks in Mile Height, Byrnesworth in the Square, Skelper Quanes in Blennerville, Keanes of Curraheen, Betty’s Bar Strand St. and the Rock Inn Rock St.
DONATIONS are invited for two separate collections for trucks leaving for the Ukrainian border with Poland from Tralee next week to help refugees.
People are asked to call to O’Neill’s Transport at Dromtacker, Tralee (Eircode; V92Y967) or to the Tralee International Resource Centre at St Patrick’s Bungalows in Boherbee anytime between 8am and 4pm between now and this Friday .
Meanwhile, Gary Lowham of Garyowen Transport is organising a collection at the old DPD depot at Monavalley Industrial Estate (Eircode: V92P21K) on this Saturday from 12 noon to 5pm.
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Items needed for donation are blankets; bedding (sheets, duvets); toiletries; first aid (bandages, dressings); winter clothes; nappies; Non-perishable food; baby food; energy bars; torches.
People are asked to pack the donations according to their contents in separate labelled bags or boxes, for example baby food, nappies etc. This will save time sorting out the donations at the point of destinations.
A MOTHER and daughter from Tralee are taking on a fundraiser for March which will see them take a dip a day in aid of a great cause.
Catherine Dolan, a committee member of Tralee/West Kerry local branch of Multiple Sclerosis, along with her daughter Ciara, will take a swim every day during March.
All funding for the branch is raised locally and despite the restraints of Covid they have still been able to provide vital support for our members including physiotherapy, yoga and supplying personal assistance when needed.
.Aidan O’Mahony will take on the Camino De Santiago this September.
FORMER Kerry GAA footballer and CRY Ambassador, Aidan O’Mahony is set to conquer the Camino De Santiago to raise vital funds for CRY Ireland (Cardiac Risk in the Young) and is asking the public to join him.
CRY Ireland creates awareness of Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) and inherited cardiac conditions and supports those who have been affected by these conditions through access to free cardiac assessments, bereavement counselling and family support programmes.
CRY have also recently launched a new freephone helpline to offer a listening ear to those affected.
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“The Camino offers an escape, and an opportunity to disconnect,” said Aidan O’Mahony. “It can be a great way to connect with nature but also embark on a journey of self-discovery and to re-focus on yourself while raising money for CRY at the same time. In 2019 when I led the team I could just see life-long friendships forming and was so moved by the stories I heard on the trip from those affected by Sudden Cardiac Death and how CRY has helped them. I am thrilled to be taking part again this year and would like for people to join me.”
“The Camino is suitable for almost anyone and is as rewarding as it is challenging, so if you are looking for a new challenge in 2022, why not conquer the Camino!”
Lucia Ebbs, CEO of CRY said; “This fundraiser has been an incredible source of funds for CRY in helping us support those affected. This year funds raised will allow us to continue to support families affected by Sudden Cardiac Death through our screening and bereavement services and also support our Freephone service, The CRY Helpline.”
Joining Aidan on the trip is CRY Trustee Liam Herlihy who lost his daughter Niamh to sudden cardiac death in 2011. She was only 21 years of age at the time.
Since then Liam and his family are screened regularly at the CRY Centre and do everything they can to support the charity. Aidan and Liam are asking people to join them and help raise funds for CRY.
The 7 night trip will take place on the 23rd of September 2022. For more information or to register interest, please visit www.cry.ie
THERE was a decrease in new car sales in Kerry last month compared to February 2021, according to the latest statistics from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI).
There were 292 new car registrations in the county in February 2021 compared to 358 in the same month in 2021, a fall of over 18%.
Nationally, there were 12,031 new car sales last month, while in February 2021 there were 13,698, a decrease of over 12%.
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Hyundai was the most popular make of car in Kerry in February with 57 units sold, with the rest of the Top 5 made up of Kia (38), Toyota (30), Skoda (29) and Peugeot (25).
The Hyundai Tucson was the most popular model with 33 units sold, with the Kia Sportage (17), Toyota Corolla (12), Peugeot 5008 (11) and Peugeot 3008 (10) making up the top five.
Diesel cars are still the most popular engine type with 119 units (down 20% on Feb 2021) with 72 petrol sold (down 32%).
Next is 45 petrol/electric hybrid vehicles sold, a drop of over 28% on February 2021, 33 Electric vehicles (+200%); 20 petrol/plug-in electric hybrid (+100%); two diesel electric hybrid (-88%) and one petrol/gas.
GARDAI in Tralee are investigating three criminal damage incidents which took place in an area of town last week.
Because the incidents occurred in relatively close proximity to each other on the same night/morning, they believe the incidents may be connected.
On Friday morning between 12.30am and 10am, in the Dromcairn/Skehanagh area, a vehicle was damaged outside a private house.
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Between 10pm on Thursday and 6am on Friday, another vehicle was damaged outside a private house in the Cois Abhann estate. The vehicle was ‘keyed’ on both sides and the bonnet while the front door of the house was also damaged.
At 2am on Friday morning at Skehanagh Cross, the windscreen and rear window of a vehicle were smashed outside a private house.
Gardaí are appealing to people living in the Dromcairn/Skehanagh/Cois Abhann area that if they saw or heard anything suspicious last Thursday night/Friday morning to contact them at Tralee Garda Station on 066-7102300.
MEMBERSHIP 2022: Membership for 2022 is now due. Please pay online through club website – austinstacks.ie or through foireann .com. Any queries please contact Bernie at 0860767415.
LIDL PLUS LGFA CLUB REWARDS SCHEME – Help our Ladies Club get a new set of Jerseys! Each time Lidl Plus registered users spend more than €30 in their local Lidl store and scan their app at the till until Sunday 27th March, they will receive a stamp on their digital stamp card. Alternatively, ask the cashier to add your shopping points to our Club Treasurer’s number – 086 0767415. Multiple stamps can be earned in each shop if a multiple of €30 is spent (€60 = 2 stamps, €90 = 3 stamps, etc.) and once six stamps have been collected, users can submit their completed stamp card via the app where their stamps are then added to their chosen club’s total.
GOLF CLASSIC: A reminder that our Golf Classic takes place on Friday 25th March in Tralee Golf
Club. The Rock has a long and storied history of golf fundraising events and this year’s edition promises to be our biggest yet. As we emerge from Covid restrictions, the Golf Classic provides our fabulous
supporters with a fantastic day out at the magnificent Barrow links course and an
opportunity to celebrate our Senior Team’s hugely successful 2021 campaign which culminated in our 13th County Champio0nship title and the return of the Bishop Moynihan Cup to the Rock.
Speaking at the recent Launch Club Chairman, Shane Lynch remarked that this year’s Golf Classic is a hugely important part of Austin Stacks’ fundraising campaign to generate much-needed finances required for the club’s pitch upgrade programme and to alleviate the costs of the Senior Team’s County and Munster Championship campaigns.
He added: “like all GAA clubs, our fundraising capability was adversely impacted by the Pandemic and we now call on all our supporters and on keen golfers in the Kingdom and beyond to get behind this fabulous event and help Austin Stacks finance the next wave of development in the club”. At the launch, which was attended by several of the County Championship winning team, Shane thanked the club’s Golf Classic committee who have worked tirelessly over the past number of months to make the event a reality, and also to Tralee Golf Club for hosting the event.
In addition to playing one of the best links courses in the world, teams of four will play for some fantastic prizes including a draw on the day for four All Ireland Football Final tickets.
Full details of the Austin Stacks Golf Classic are available on the club’s website at
Our round 2 game against Ballymac, scheduled for last Sunday (27th Feb), did not go ahead due to pitch unavailability. As we write we await an alternative date. The third and final round, away to St. Pats, is scheduled for this Sunday (6th March) at 12.30pm..
MINOR FOOTBALL: Keel/Listry 2-10; Austin Stacks 2-10.
This opening round of this five games Co. League, played in very blustery conditions in Keel on this Saturday (26th Feb) evening, was a typical ‘game-of-two-halves’ caused by those same weather conditions. We scored 10 points (1-7) to four in the first half when playing with the conditions in our favour while our opponents scored 12 points (2-6) to our 6 (1-3) in the second half. So great credit to both sides who played almost 35 minutes in the first half and almost 38 minutes in the second half. Another stat which was definitely weather-relayed was our score from play (four points) while we added 2-6 from placed balls.
We lead by 0-4 to 0-1 at the end of the first quarter – two pointed frees by Damien Hogan, a pointed 45 by Paddy Lane and one from play by Daniel Kirby after a perfect pass from Colm Browne.
Our next point from play came in the 19th minute. Keel were on a dangerous attack when Thomas Deregee brilliantly intercepted and found Noah Townsend who passed to Daniel Kirby and Daniel’s perfect pass found Damien Hogan who put over his third of the evening. Keel pointed again in the 20th minute and then four minutes later when took the game by the ‘scruff of the neck’ when Noah Townsend scored a brilliant goal from the penalty spot after he himself was fouled. Two more pointed frees by Damien Hogan and Paddy Lane, just before the break left us ahead by 1-7 to 0-4 at half time.
The home side made full use of the weather conditions which now favoured them in the second half and by the 39th minute they had reduced our six points half time lead to just one after they scored 1-2 – their two points coming from frees. In the 43rdminute a well-taken free by Paddy Lane found Thomas Deregee who pointed. Points were then exchanged – ours coming from another free by Paddy Lane. But the next three points came from Keel – all from frees – to put them ahead by a point for the first time in the game with 58 minutes on the clock (1-10 to 1-9). Three minutes later we got back on level terms when Damien Hogan converted from a free after Daniel Kirby was fouled. And then in the 63rd minute Noah Townsend scored his second goal with another brilliantly taken penalty and we felt that that was it. But in the 7th minute of added time Keel got through for the equalizing goal and a minute later referee Eoghan Ó Muircheartaigh blew the final whistle to leave most people present happy with the draw.
Team: Michael Tansley, Jack Slattery, Donnacha Horgan, Sean Moynihan, Ben Murphy, Luke Casey, David Lucid, Colm Browne, Daniel Kirby (0-1), Thomas Deregee (0-1), Paddy Lane (0-3 – one 45; two frees), Marc Carmody, Noah Townsend (2-0 – penalties), Damien Hogan (0-5 – four frees). Ronan Mulroney.
We now also have an away game in round 2 against Laune Rangers (12th March). Then we have home games in the remaining three rounds against Dr. Crokes (19th March), Kenmare Shamrocks (26th March) and Kilcummin (4th April). The League will conclude with two semi finals and a final.
FITNESS CLASSES: The Individual Pod Fitness Training sessions continues in the Clubhouse every Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to 8pm. All are welcome. Contact Diane at 087 7940531 for further information.
ONLINE CLUB SHOP: A reminder that our Club shop is open 24/7. Check out the newest ‘official’ Austin Stacks Club Merchandise – only available to order on this link (free delivery on any orders over €50) see www.oneills.com We would also like to introduce the new Austin Stacks Ganzee Club Clothing Collection, available in Mens/Unisex, Womens & kids check out all the style ranges in hoodies, t-shirts and sweatshirts on www.ganzee.ie/austin-stacks-gaa-clubs/
CLUB CARDS: Our Card sessions are now up and running again on the usual Monday and Thursday nights with the starting time at 9pm sharp.
CLUB LOTTO: Monday Night’s (28th Feb) Jackpot, worth €4,000 was not won. The numbers drawn were 1, 10, 21, 24. The €20 winners were Maurice McNamara, Mary B, & James Feely and Mary McQuinn, all c/o The Club; and Mags Sanderson and Joanne O’Connor, both c/o Carmel O’Neill.
Next Monday’s Jackpot will be worth €4,050.
Continued thanks to the following businesses for selling our Club Lotto tickets – Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commane’s Book Shop, O’Flynn Interiors, Hussey’s, Princess St., Terry’s Butcher’s, Oakpark The Burger Shack, Monavally as well as Maguire’s Butchers and Kirby’s Brogue Inn and continued thanks to everyone who purchase tickets week in, week out.
Austin Stacks lotto tickets are now also available to purchase on line on the following link: https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor Kirby’s Brogue InnMaguire’s Butchers Hussey’s P. Commane Books.
SYMPATHY: Sincere sympathy is offered to the families of the following who died recently: Betty Lovett (nee Kelliher), Kilmoyley, Ardfert and late of 12 Rock Street; Shane Burke, Muing, Fenit and Stratford-on-Slaney (Wicklow); Ann O’Brien (nee Doran), Rathoonane; Tony (John) Savage, Old Marian Park and formerly Dean’s Lane Villas; John O’Driscoll, Spa Road; and Úna O’Sullivan, Clonmore and formerly Listowel.
Lee Strand Tralee / St Bendan’s Senior League Fixture
Sunday Mar 6th
@ 12:30 pm
Churchill v Kerins O Rahilly’s
2022 Kerry Petroleum Senior Club Championship Draw
Group B
Austin Stacks
Kerins O Rahillys
Dr Crokes
Templenoe
Minor Football League
Div 4A
Kerins O Rahillys
Milltown/Castlemaine
Castleisland Desmonds
John Mitchels
An Ghaeltacht
Northern Gaels
NÓTAÍ NA mBAN
There has been a phenomenal growth in the participation of Ladies Gaelic Football .This is an excellent example of progress, as indeed is the increase in the standard of ladies football . Our Club has a thriving ladies’ section that is constantly growing and improving in quality and competitiveness. Off the field of play our volunteers are busy working behind the scenes to drive on our fantastic ladies club.
The dreaded Covid-19 HAD brought club games and activities to a halt at one stage and delivered many challenges to all clubs and communities. We think that because of this our team spirit has never been higher and more girls are taking up football. And always remember that success is not measured in medals, it is measured in the number of players who line out for an adult team!!
New players are always very welcome to join our friendly club. Our club covers a wide area and current players live in many different parts.
If you would like to join our fun training sessions please do not hesitate to contact Shirley (086) 8713552.
U12
U12
Braving the elements last Saturday morning on the juvenile pitch in Ballyrickard after being indoor for the past 3 weeks was this wonderful bunch of young ladies.A good day was had by all when you consider last week it looked like as if we could have been getting ready to build another ark!!
Great commitment also by everyone with some of the girls finishing another sport and coming straight to football. Everyone’s skills are starting to come together and great tenacity shown by all… just another few weeks now girls and the North Kerry League commences…but before that Legion are coming into us next Saturday for a challenge game , looking forward to welcoming them!
To our young ladies who are receiving the sacrament of Confirmation, congrats and have a lovely day!
U14 GIRLS
The strong breeze didn’t deter these ladies from displaying their supernatural powers on the Sports Complex AstroTurf as training continues to dominate the winter sky.
A warm welcome to our new girls this week..Greta, Naoise and Shona. Well done to everyone and thanks to your manager Mark, coaches Rory, Gary and Louise for their great work.
U16 GIRLS
Stepping into March , the evenings are getting a little longer , the weather still isn’t great but we will have those longer evenings to look forward to in a few weeks when the clocks go forward…
Training continues on Tuesdays and Thursdays, looking forward to seeing everyone!
Best of luck to everyone doing their Mock exams this week.
MINOR / SENIOR LADIES
Great training session on the AstroTurf pitch in CBS , The Green again last week. Looking forward to seeing you all on Wednesday in preparation for the Donal Curtin Cup which commences in March.
REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2022 season is now due. Please log onto your account in Foireann to register.
All ladies registration is only done online on the Foireann site.
Parents of new players need to log in to Foireann.ie , create an account and then complete the registration of your daughter .
Payment may be made in 2 instalments if you wish.
Karon, our ladies registrar will be sending out messages early this week. Should you encounter any difficulties with Foireann or membership options please do not hesitate to contact Karon.
GAELIC4GIRLS
This is an eight week programme to increase participation in ladies football. Girls of all abilities welcome to join . Get in touch if you’re interested in giving it a go, whether it’s for fun, fitness or to socialise… you won’t be disappointed! Please contact Shirley (086) 8713552 for more details and keep an eye on our Facebook page.
This will commence on Saturday, March 19th.The cost of it is €12.50 in total for the eight weeks which includes a fabulous Gaelic4Girls training jersey. Orders will be taken on commencement of the programme. This promises to be enjoyable.
Girls just wanna have fun and fun they will have!!
Juvenile Notes
Pat Healy Park was the place to be on Sunday morning as our first training session of the season kicked off.
We welcomed close to 150 children onto our pitches along with their parents/guardians. Our Juvenile Chairperson Rob Lacey and our wonderful coaches were set up and ready to go ensuring the children got the most out of their training session as well as having fun. It was lovely to see so many children in action learning skills and having fun with their coaches and team mates. Huge thank you to everyone who made it such a success.
Also a very big thank you to Declan Quill who ran a coaching course over two days last week for all our coaches giving them the necessary coaching qualification. Thank you to our dedicated coaches for attending also.
We are looking forward to welcoming you all back next Sunday and new comers always welcome, if you have any queries please contact us on 086 3741301 or email: info@kerinsorahillys.com. Don’t forget to follow us on social media platforms for news and regular updates about our club. Special word of thanks again to our 2022 main sponsor Ballyseedy Garden Centre .
Club Function Rooms to Rent.
The club currently have two function rooms available to rent.
The upstairs Pat Healy Room is a large function room perfect for exercise classes, seminars, meetings, private functions , parties etc.
Downstairs is a smaller more intimate venue again ideal for any event.
The rooms are available at hourly, daily or weekly rates.
For further information contact Katie at 087 6967542
Lotto Results
February 14th
07,13,17,18.
No Winner of Jackpot €3,900
Match 3 winners €25
Jeremiah Greaney c/o Rock St PO
Eileen Hegarty DD
Draw for 4 €250 December 2022
Mia Doyle
Jim O’Shea c/o Rock St PO
Margaret Enright Rock St PO
Bryan Daly DD
Ray Walsh DD
Next Weeks Jackpot €4,000
Lotto Results
February 21st
09,10,14,26.
No Winner of Jackpot €4,000
Match 3 winners €25
Bryan Daly DD
Draw for 4 €250 December 2022
Chissy & Bunny c/o Betty’s Bar
Richard Walsh c/o Klub
Breda Murphy DD
Jenny Williams c/o Klub
Brendan Quille DD
Next Weeks Jackpot €4,100
Condolences to the families of
Denis Reen Tralee.
Rose Joy ,Spa Road.
John Kennedy ,Clounalour ,Oakpark, Tralee.
Stephen O’Connor Killarney and Monaghan Town.
May they Rest in Peace.
AN Garda Síochána will conduct a national speed enforcement operation ‘Slow Down’, supported by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and other stakeholders, for a 24 hour period from 7am on Tuesday, March 1 to 7am on Wednesday, March 2.
The aim of “Slow Down day” is to remind drivers of the dangers of speeding, to increase compliance with speed limits and act as a deterrent to driving at excessive or inappropriate speed.
The operation will consist of high visibility speed enforcement in 1322 speed enforcement zones.
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The overall objective is to reduce the number of speed related collisions, save lives and reduce injuries on our roads.
Chief Superintendent Michael Hennebry Garda National Roads Policing Bureau said: “Firstly I would like to thank the majority of those who travel within the speed limits. However, our enforcement operations continue to detect motorists traveling at speeds significantly above the posted speed limits. This reckless behaviour poses a serious risk not just to the motorists themselves, but to all the road users, especially vulnerable pedestrians and cyclists. This is not just about speeding enforcement detections. It’s about saving lives”.
Chief Superintendent Hennebry continued: “I’m appealing to all road users to support us in our efforts to keep everybody safe on our roads. Please slow down, check your speed, drive safely, not only on National Slow Down Day, but every day”.
Government Departments, Local Authorities, Public and private sector fleet operators are invited to participate in the initiative by circulating to employees the key message of “Slow Down” and, whether driving for business or private purposes, to always drive within the speed limit and at a speed appropriate to the prevailing conditions.
THE St Patrick’s Day Parade in Tralee this year has adopted the theme of ‘Let’s go the Green Way’ which will promote the upcoming completion of the Greenway from Tralee to Fenit while bringing awareness to sustainability and green initiatives.
The parade will see close on fifty organisations, clubs, groups and businesses from the Tralee area take part.
A digital online programme of events will be launched in the coming days which highlight key events and activities that will be taking place from the 17th to the 20th of March in the town.
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It was a bittersweet moment for Mayor of Tralee, Cllr. Johnnie Wall at the press launch for Tralee’s St. Patrick’ Day Festival Parade on Monday: “It’s been two years since we stood here for the 2020 Press launch, joking and laughing and looking forward to what was going to be my role as Grand Marshal for the Parade following many years as coordinator. A few hours later the parade was cancelled and the rest, as they say, is history”.
Cllr. Wall went on the say: “I know I speak on behalf of all my fellow councillors and people of Tralee when I can officially offer an invite to Kerry members of the Little Blue Heroes organisation to be our Grand Marshals for the 2022 Parade. These are our honorary Gardaí who are coordinated locally by the fantastic team at the Garda station in Tralee.”
Initiatives for the 2022 Parade will see Street Spectacle facilitator, Caoimhe Dunn present a Free Festival Hat Making Workshop at the Wetlands Centre on Saturday, 5th March, supported by Creative Ireland through Kerry County Council, and all Schools, Clubs and organisations are encouraged to register – https://forms.gle/mGwGN6GZHL2zFwPc6
Another first for Tralee will be an initiative to support Tralee’s quest to become an Autism Friendly Town. With some great work already being achieved in this regard, the Parade will create a ‘Sensory Street’ – a 100 meter section from Moyderwell School to Upper Castle Street where the Parade participants will shine bright with their lights but dim down with their sound.
This area will be zoned for those individuals with sensory processing challenges along with their families to enjoy the parade in a supportive environment. https://www.facebook.com/TraleeAutismFriendly/
The organising committee are also putting out a call to all local Business Owners and Managers to help the capital town roll out the Green Carpet by volunteering their time during the Parade to show both the public and the hundreds of people participating that their local businesses also support this Civic Parade.
The annual parade will depart from John Joe Sheehy Road and travel through Boherbee, Castle Street and down the Mall finishing at Bridge Street.
Street Closures and Traffic restrictions will be in place from early morning. The town will host events pre and post parade such as street entertainment, amusements, Daredevil Circus and more.
Tralee’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is funded by the Community Support Fund and is an initiative of Kerry County Council Tralee Municipal District and Tralee Chamber Alliance with support from the business community of the town.
Celebration night in Meadowlands: Tickets for the Na Gaeil Celebration night are available in theClubhouse now! Numbers are limited so get yours ASAP. A great night is guaranteed. The venue is theMeadowlands Hotel at 8pm on Saturday, 5th March. Tickets are €50pp.
Na Gaeil TV: Na Gaeil TV will be presenting “The Green Flag”. A new youtube show for everything Na Gaeil. Launching this Saturday, March 5th, on Na Gaeil’s Facebook page and other social media outlets.
Scór na nÓg: The Tralee District Round of Scór na nÓg takes place in the clubhouse on Tuesday the 8th March, starting at 7pm. We’re hoping for representation from all the town clubs. Please come along & support Gráinne Quirke, Siún & Ruadhán Clifford, Rory Reen, Jack Canty, Darragh Morris & Maoilseachlainn Warr, who’ll perform Irish Lessons, a drama from the pen of our very own Mary Quirke.
Lotto results: Lotto Tue 22nd February. No winner. Numbers drawn were 7; 9; 17; 19. Lucky dip winners of €20 each were Tom Nolan, Terry Healy, Adrian Donaghy, Noelle Kingston, Dónal Crowley. Next week’s jackpot will be €6,500.
Kerry U20s: Kerry had another good win in the John Kerins Cup last Saturday in Austin Stack Park when they defeated Galway by 13 points to 6. Our clubmen Devon Burns & Enda O’Connor were again very much to the fore.
U9s: The under 9s were back on the astro in MTU on Sunday last and even enjoyed a bit of sunshine! The coaches made use of the open space and after some kicking and passing drills the boys enjoyed two competitive matches. Well done boys. Training continues each Sunday at 12-1pm in the MTU.
U11s: Great effort made last Sunday morning by all the lads including their warm-up, sprints etc., their shooting drills both going for goals and kicking points after receiving their handpass, their pick-up and tackling and catching above their head competing against another player. Keep up the good work and practice your skills during the week.
U15s: Our u15 team had another gym session last Friday night. This gym work will continue every Friday (6-7pm) in the club gym for the next few months. Our pitch session took place on Sunday where the emphasis was on running and improving our decision making.
U17s: Na Gaeil U17s lost to Templenoe/Sneem/Derrynane/Tuosist by 3 points in the first round of the County League on a wet windy day down in South Kerry. A great team effort in tough conditions saw us just come up short. A special mention must go to Seán Morris who deputised in the full back line rather than his usual forward position and also to Will Somers on his u17 debut putting in a stellar performance at half forward.
Kerry U12 soccer: Congratulations to Na Gaeil boys Eoin Tansley and Tom Slattery who have been selected for the Kerry u12 soccer team.
Cards
The weekly 45 card game is back. Every Wednesday night, starting at 9pm sharp. Bring your own partner or come along and we will get you a partner.
CBS The Green Virtual 5k: Running for the 2nd year in a row, why not register for CBS The Green’s Virtual 5k and run anytime that suits you between March 3rd and 6th. Funds raised go towards school activities & our charity partner this year is Adapt Kerry. Go on….give it a go……www.myrunresults.com
Bingo
A message from Niamh Burke….Na Gaeil Bingo Committee are on a recruitment drive looking for volunteers to help at their weekly Monday night Bingo, once every 5 to 6 weeks on a rota basis from 7.30pm to 10.00 pm. This is a vital fundraiser for Na Gaeil and also is a much loved weekly social event for all our patrons. If interested please leave your name and contact details at the clubhouse. I want to thank our existing Committee members who have given their time and energy so generously for our bingo for over a decade now.
Win a House
Win a house in Killarney with Kerry GAA. For €100 you could win a stunning new build A-rated 3 bedroom house superbly located just off the Park Road in Killarney. Kerry GAA is also running numerous other promotional draws throughout the fundraising campaign. The earlier you purchase your “Win a House in Killarney” ticket (or tickets!) the more draws you will be entered into. Remember all tickets purchased before the deadline for each promotional draw will entitle you to be entered into all promotional draws thereafter. Support your club and support your county. Go to kerrygaa.ie and buy your ticket today. If you’re not in you can’t win!
Any player from Under 9 upwards who is a member of Austin Stacks, Ballymacelligott, Churchill, Castleisland or Annascaul Football club and who would like to play hurling for Parnells for this year should contact David on 085 1355566 to complete their permission to play application. Parnells players registered in 2021 do not need to do so as their permission will rollover to this year. Members of Na Gaeil, St Pats Blennerville or John Mitchels do not need Permission to play from the County Board.
Senior Camogie
It has recently been ratified that Tralee Parnells will join the Limerick Senior Camogie League for 2022. The club are delighted at this opportunity to get a lot more game time in for this season. Training has been in full swing for a number of weeks now at the CBS Astro pitch. Fridays 8 to 9pm and Sundays 4 to 5pm. The numbers in attendance are growing each week as the squad prepare for the start of the league campaign in Limerick. What started out as providing some home baking to feed the Girls traveling from college has slowly turned into the great Parnells bake off. A big thank you from the management team to all the bakers !
Last Man Standing
With more than 140 entries in the Last Man Standing competition we were left with just four contenders going into the weekend. A win by Tottenham Hotpsurs meant that Mike Roger OSullivan was our last man standing and winner of the cash prize. Congratulations Mike.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Kerry and especially to club players Tadhg Brick, Morgan Madden, Brian Lonergan and Darragh Reen on a fantastic win against Carlow at the weekend. Kerry play Meath next Sunday in round four of the league in Austin Stack Park at 2pm, be sure to come out and support the team.
Lotto: Sponsored by Almas Takeaway, Milltown The fortnightly club lotto draw took place on Monday last, February 21st in the social area of our club grounds. There was no jackpot or match 3 winner on this occasion. The numbers drawn were 16, 17, 19 and the bonus ball was 29.
Lucky Dip winners were as follows:
€50 – Noirin Ni Ghairbhí
€50 – John Riordan
€25 – Seamus Burke
€25 – Roseanne Daly
€25 – John and Ester Cronin
€25 – Breeda Carey
Our next club lotto draw is next week (Monday, March 7th, 2022) where the jackpot will be €12,600. Get your draw tickets or renew your yearly tickets online on Clubforce or get your tickets for the next draw from all the usual local outlets. Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated.
Upcoming Fixtures:
Milltown/Castlemaine Seniors (Sponsored by Almas Takeaway and Bathrooms4U) will travel to Cromane on Sunday next, March 6th for Round 5 of the Mid Kerry Senior Football League with throw-in at 2:00pm.
On the same day (Sunday, March 6th) in a rescheduled fixture, the Milltown/Castlemaine Minors will host Kerins O’Rahillys in Round 1 of the Keane’s Supervalu County Minor Football League Division 4A at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park in Milltown.
Sports Capital Programme:
Milltown/Castlemaine GAA were delighted recently to hear the very positive news that we have been allocated Government funding of €150,000 under the latest round of the Sports Capital Programme. The funding will be used for the completion of our field development plan which has seen us make tremendous improvements over the last number of years to the club grounds. This application was submitted under the heading of ‘A Future for All’ which places a big emphasis on inclusion in our club as our community continues to grow.
Well done to our club committee members who submitted a very detailed application to secure the funding and also a particular word of thanks to Minister for Education and Kerry TD Norma Foley and Deputy Government Chief Whip Brendan Griffin TD for their support throughout the process which was vital.
Congratulations:
Well done to club player Cillian Burke on his recent appearances for the Kerry U20 side against Cork and Galway in the John Kerins Development League. Kerry have racked up two convincing wins thus far, beating Cork 3-16 to 0-13 and Galway 0-13 to 0-06.
Operation Transformation:
Our collective efforts saw us walk from Milltown to Cape Town in South Africa with over 1000 kilometres to spare.
A big well done to absolutely everyone who walked and a special mention to Lorraine O’Sullivan finishing top of the pile pushed all the way by a fantastic effort from Colin Sweeney just behind. Lorraine walked approximately the equivalent of from Paddy Burke Memorial Park to London in the space of only 5 weeks with Colin just 10 km behind incredible stuff. And John O’Neill completing the podium too with plus 600km walked.
We will have one more walk and final weigh in on Wednesday night for those who would like to partake.
The weather hasn’t always been the best and we have had some interruptions with Covid and the likes but most importantly you all got out there to walk.
The aim at the start of this was to get people meeting each other and walking in pairs, trios, groups and I think we achieved that together. Well done everyone and keep up those groups throughout the year.
50 boys and girls trained on Sunday morning in Ballyseedy. We had a great training session with a multitude of skills and games. From the basics of the hop and solo to catching and kicking, the boys and girls showed great enthusiasm and no little skill. Dodgeball, freeze, stuck in the mud and catch the coach were also in evidence as all had a great morning of fun and football.
We will train again next Sunday morning at 11am most likely indoors. All new members are more than welcome. And to those who are already members, being a friend, family relative or class mate. The more the better.
U8/U10/GIRLS
It was hard to believe the change in the weather from a week previously, when the stormy conditions had forced the John Mitchels u-8/10 girls indoors for training.
This Sunday, the weather was perfect for outdoor training and a large group of girls turned up to show off the work they had done over the week.
And it was clear to the coaches, Padraig, Tanya, Brian, and both Johns, that the extra homework they had done since the last training session was paying off. The passing was crisp and accurate, the kicking was sharp and the effort was top-notch. There was also a determination amongst the girls to fight and harry for each ball.
This was clear in the drills where the girls competed for each ball, with Ally, Emma, Siun, Tegan, Clodagh and Aoibheann working particularly hard. Following a quick drink of water, the girls took on a game. There the 2 Clodaghs were outstanding, while our newest recruit Natalie stood out, as did defensive efforts by Aeibhin, Eva, Siun, Aine and Caoimhe, with Millie’s scoring efforts particularly eye-catching. Shot of the day came from Tegan who curled the ball over the goalkeeper, but back off the crossbar.
We would like to say a huge thank you to Padraig who leaving the u 8s and u10 girls and who is joining the U14 girls’ team. Padraig was fantastic with the u 8s and 10s and the girls will miss the fun they have with him. Best of luck Padraig the girls will be back with you again in a few years’ time.
Training continues next Sunday in Ballyseedy Sports Complex. All are welcome.
U12Girls
The U12 girls season resumed with a fantastic turn out in Ballyseedy this morning. The girls were put through their paces by senior player Thomas Kerins who today focused on improving the core skills of the game. It was a session filled with kicking and hand passing drills and it was great to see that the girls were far from rusty after the winter break, as they really hit the ground running today. Intensity and focus was visible for all the coaches to see and we really look forward to working with a great bunch of girls for the season ahead.
Training resumes next Sunday morning at 12 am and we really look forward to seeing everyone again.
U14 Girls
The first training session of the season for the John Mitchel’s u14 girls took place indoors on Sunday in Ballyseedy
With new coaches Denis, Padraig, Karen, John and Eric hoping to continue the good work of John and James over the past few seasons, it was terrific to see a large group turn up for the first session.
We were delighted to have senior player Thomas Kearns take the training session in the hall, and he took the girls through some ball familiarisation skills and drills. The players and coaches were delighted to be back in action and while there was some rust at the start of the session, the old habits soon kicked in and the layers were working hard and competing for possession.
Training continues during the week and next weekend and parents will be contacted with details over the coming days.
U16 GIRLS
Training for our u 16 girls will commence on Wednesday March 2nd from 6.00pm-7.00pm.
We are looking forward to the season ahead with this group of players and seeing you all at Ballyseedy on the 2nd . All new players welcome
UNDER 9
A great session Sunday morning last, we had 23 super stars in the hall today.
To help improve on technique they need to practice for at least 10 minutes per day so try get them out or just practice at home with them.
We will try get them out weather permitting but for now we will stay inside so runners will b fine for the hall.
We are all volunteers so if u feel you are free to help out while Ur little one trains, please get in touch it would be much appreciated
Under 11Boys
We had a great turnout of 27 players this Sunday in what was a fantastic session based on soloing off both feet as well as hand passing off both hands, we emphasised to the kids the importance of practicing these core skills at home during the week. We will have town league games coming up in March followed by the County League in April – so plenty of games to look forward to! Training continues next Sunday morning on the Astro at 9.45.
Under 13 boys
Our U13s had their first matches of the season with two challenge games against a very competitive Killarney Legion who visited us on Sunday. In tough windy conditions both clubs were showing signs of rustiness but today’s games will hopefully help remove some of the cobwebs before next weeks Town League opener against Ballymac. Well done especially to all the players stepping up into U13 company for the first time today – ye all did fantastic!
Training continues Wednesday at 5.45pm and Friday at 8pm.
UNDER 15 BOYS
The u15’s train every Monday and Friday @5-45pm as we await fixtures for the coming season, we’ve trained the last couple of weeks with numbers really high so keep up the good work will let u know fixtures when they come out
UNDER 17 Boys
Our U 17s played their first game against Na Gaeil on Monday night at home. We had a lot of lads out from injury but what a great performance from everyone. Brilliant win on a score line of 5-7 to 1-9 to the Mitchel’s. Their next game is supposed to be an away game but has been changed to a home advantage. Game is Monday 28th at 7.00pm.
Training on Tuesdays and Fridays from 6.00-7.15, New players always welcome.
SENIOR LADIES
Our Senior ladies are Training Sunday Mornings. Players will be notified about training.
SENIOR MEN
Our senior men played St Pats in the next round of the town board. The game was away but due to pitch availability the game was held at the Mitchel’s grounds on Saturday evening in what you can say much better conditions than the previous week.
It was level pegging by half time with the score line being 0-04 to 0-04. Some great football was being played by both teams a crucial goal by Alan o Donoghue turned the game in Favor of Mitchel’s and Mitchel’s came out the victors in the end. Final score 1-09 to 1-06 . John Mitchel’s face Ballymac in the next round of town league on Friday night under lights at 7.45pm
CLOTHES COLLECTION
We have a clothes bank on site having joined up with St Vincent De Paul to raise much needed funds for both John Mitchel’s and SVP. All donations welcome.
Club WALKWAY
Our walkway is open for everyone to enjoy come along and take part in a healthy lifestyle.
Winter walking club coming soon. We ll keep you posted.
THIS IS A SMOKE-FREE ZONE
A STRICT NO DOGS – NO CYCLING OR NO STUDDED FOOTBALL BOOTS rule applies to the walkways.
BINGO:
Bingo continues every Wednesday Eyes down at 8.30pm sharp. So come along to Chamfers John Joe Sheehy Rd Tralee and enjoy the fun.
Lounge Room
We welcomed all parents to our lounge room every Sunday where they can enjoy a cup of tea/coffee while training commences. Our lounge room will be open every Sunday so come along relax and enjoy your cuppa.
JOHN MITCHEL’S SPORTS COMPLEX:
If anyone is interested in hiring the hall for indoor soccer, basketball or indoor dance and fitness classes please contact immediately as only a few spaces available
Our Astro in our sports complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings. For further information contact the club reception on 066 7197070.
Chamfers
We are also hiring out our old clubhouse on the John Joe Sheehy Road beside Aldi. You can hold dance classes, meetings, fitness classes, book clubs you name it we can cater your needs. For more information, please call us on0667197070 and we will be glad to assist
MEMBERSHIP
Hi folks our membership is now reopen again for the coming season. Sign up through the link below.
Anyone wanting to do a bit of exercise while the kids are training on a Sunday morning, or any evening can avail of the on-site gym for as little as €5.00 each time or €40.00 per month. It would be a great way to stay fit, especially in the cold wet weather. There is a huge range of equipment to avail from and help is always on hand. Please contact Oliver for more information.
San Rita Wellness
San Rita Wellness weight loss and wellness consultants hold weekly (in person) meetings every Tuesday in our clubhouse (Ballyseede)
Times: 9.30am-10.30am
Warm and friendly interacting group meetings, simple to follow calorie counting plan.
Come along and make a fresh start.
WIN A HOUSE IN KILLARNEY
Help our Club to win a cash prize! Please nominate our club when you buy your ticket online for the Kerry Gaa house draw. Support the club support the County. Buy online at www.kerrygaa.ie #YourKeyToTheKingdom
€100 – BUY YOUR TICKET
Win a house in Killarney with Kerry GAA
For €100 you could win a stunning new build A-rated 3-bedroom house superbly located just off the Park Road in Killarney, Co Kerry.
Kerry GAA are also running numerous other promotional draws throughout the fundraising campaign. The earlier you purchase your “Win a House in Killarney” ticket (or tickets!) the more draws you will be entered into. Remember all tickets purchased before the deadline for each promotional draw will entitle you to be entered into all promotional draws thereafter.
A short walk to the “vibrant” town of Killarney, that has an abundance of shops, bars and restaurants. Explore the scenic beauty of Killarney National Park which is the home of 26,000 acres of lakes, mountains, waterfalls and Ireland’s highest mountain range Mcgillicuddy’s Reeks. County Kerry is one of Ireland’s most popular tourist destinations, both for its stunning scenery and world-famous golf courses.
General Specifications: Air to water underfloor heat pump, central heating for low cost and high efficiency, fitted kitchen, painting, tiling all included.
Accommodation: Sitting room, open plan spacious kitchen/living room, 3 bedrooms (one EnSite), main bathroom & utility room.
SYMPATHY:
The death has occurred of Bartholmew O’Shea
Blennerville, Tralee, Kerry
The death has occurred of Paul Alan Beardshall
Cois Abhainn, Tralee, Kerry
The death has occurred of Elizabeth (Betty) Lovett (née Kelliher)
Kilmoyley, Kerry / Tralee, Kerry
The death has occurred of Ann O’Brien (née Doran)
Rathoonane, Tralee, Kerry
The death has occurred of Tony (John) Savage
Old Marian Park and formerly of Dean’s Lane Villas, Tralee, Kerry
There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €3800 on Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 08, 17, 24 & 29. The five €30 consolation prizes went to:
Richard Sharp Online
Frank O Brien Tonevane
Alan Walsh Lohercannon
Cath Needham c/o O Shea’s Gala
Bill and Seanie c/o Rock Inn
Next week’s Lotto will have a Jackpot of €3900 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 06/03/2022 at 9-15PM. Lotto tickets can be purchased online https://www.locallotto.ie/play.asp?LL_ID=1328&PC=0 from any club officer or at the following outlets:
O’Sheas Shop and Service Station Blennerville
Poff Motors Dingle Road
Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor
Noyeks Mile Height
Byrnesworth
Skelper Quanes
Keanes of Curraheen
Betty’s Bar
Rock Inn
Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. The Club cannot emphasise enough the importance of our members promoting the Club Lotto among family, friends and work colleagues. The Lotto is now a critical source of funds for the Club.
We are appealing to all club members to promote our lotto at this time to ensure our clubs future viability.
Please have your lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evenings.
Juvenile Academy
U5
Another great training session this morning with our under 5 superstars. We’ll done to our players of the week Faye Fitzmaurice and Harry Poff .See you all again next week for more fun, all newcomers very welcome to join.
U7
We had a very enjoyable session this morning in the I.t Tralee sports campus.
Down a few coaches but Liam and James somehow managed to get the best out of them.
They practised all the skill, played a few fun games and even tried to play a full length game of football. They are looking forward to next week as everyone is picking up more and more skills as they go along. It was also great to see a few new faces there today
U8 Girls
We had 14 girls for our second enthusiastic session on Sunday morning in MTU. It was great to welcome newcomers to St Pats & girls joining us for the first time this season. We had a high energy session with fun and games designed to work on fundamentals of movement, all our skills in a fun and positive environment. The rosy cheeks and smiles said it all!
Very well done to Olivia Crotty for taking a bump & continuing in great spirits. Keep up the practice & movement girls. The more the merrier are welcome. Please do rsvp to the events on foireann so we can gauge the numbers attending each week.
U9
The u9s had great numbers this week with all our newcomers showing brilliant enthusiasm and a great skill level as well. They perfected their hand passing, soloing and had brilliant fun learning how to “punt kick”. They finished with one of the most competitive games the coaches have ever seen with a last minute goal from Fionn Sharp the difference.
U10 Girls
U10 Girls trained Sunday morning 27th at Kerry Sports Academy. 11 girls played fun games coached by Noel, Labhraidh and Nigel. They practiced pick up’s, solo’s, hand passing and kicking.
Finishing with a match the girls showed great improvement already on only their second session.
They made the job of picking a player of the week very hard this week. Well done to Rosie Dennehy this week’s player of the week. Rosie’s solo, kicking and passing were brilliant today and had 2 goals in the match to show for her hard work. Well done Rosie and everyone keep up the good work and keep up the practice at home. See you all next week.
U11 Boys
Due to the recent inclement weather, our u11’s only got to start their season last Sunday and we had a great turnout of 21 keen and eager young men. It was great to see so many of last year’s U9’s join the ranks as well as two new players. They started with a solo game to warm up, then some target practice in front of goals and they finished with some conditioned games.
Thanks to coaches Michael, Fiacc, Brian and Joe for putting the lads through their paces. Training continues in the MTU Astro on Sundays from 11am to 12pm for now. Their first game will be in a few weeks where they will enter the Tralee/St Brendan’s U11 League before the County League starts in April.
U13 Boys
The under 13’s had their first training session at the MTU Astro, with coaches John, Conor and Fergal. It was a good active session where they practiced ball control, movement and tackling. The boys showed good enthusiasm towards the training.
In the Tralee/St Brendan’s Under 13 League sponsored by Timberland, Kitchens and Flooring St Pats are in Division 2 who will play Kerins O Rahillys on the 6th of March at 4pm In John Mitchel’s pitch.
U12 and U14 Girls
Our U12’s and U14’s had a great training session last Sunday morning. They welcomed Denis Healy on board and he introduced all the girls to a fantastic training session. On Sunday they focused on running, hand passing and kicking skills. All the girls learnt some new skills and we were so happy to welcome a few new girls into St Pats Club. Looking forward to a bright future ahead.
Membership
Membership registration for 2022 – register on-line via www.foireann.ie.
Annual Lotto entries with membership can also be completed on Foireann this year. Further information on membership options and using foireann is available on the Club website at www.stpatsgaaclub.com.
Please register by 17th March.
Minors
Minor Football League Division 8 Round 1
St Pat’s Minors travelled to JP O Sullivan Park last Saturday to play Laune Rangers White Team. Unfortunately it wasn’t to be for the team with the full time score of Laune Rangers 4-09 to St Pats 1-02.
Seniors
Kerry GAA made the draw for the Kerry Petroleum Junior Premier last Wednesday night he 23rd of February at 7pm. We are in Group 1 with Skellig Rangers, Churchill and St Senan’s.
St Pats will play Churchill while Skellig Rangers will play St Senan’s in the first round. Details to follow.
Tralee/St Brendan’s League Round 2
St Pats 1-06 John Mitchels 1-09
Our match was played last Saturday night in windy and damp conditions in Ballyseedy at 7.30pm. John Mitchels were first to score with a point which sailed over the bar. They added another point two minutes after. Fergal O Brien brought us into the game with a point from a free. As minutes passed John Mitchels again scored a point. Brendan Poff received a yellow card in the tenth minute.
Eoin Greaney scored a point while kicking into the wind. Not to be out done Breandan Savage scored a point from play. In the seventeenth minute Brendan Poff got sent to the side line with a yellow and red card. In a coming together Breandan Savage got a ten minute break from the game with a black card.
Number six for John Mitchels received a yellow card at this stage of the match. Eoin Greaney got us another point from a free given. It was a tough game with each side playing well considering what they were playing in. Nearing the end of the first half Eoin Greaney and Brian Murphy both got yellow cards. John Mitchels scored two points before the final whistle to bring the game to a score line of St Pats 0-04 to John Mitchels 0-04.
As the second half began John Mitchels got another point but Liam Poff came up the field to score a goal to put us ahead for the first time. Fergal O Brien added to the tally with a point. Our lead was short lived when John Mitchels got a goal and point from play.
The eleventh minute allowed Fergal O Brien to score another point from a free this time. Killian Lynch replaced Darragh Moriarty and Martin Savage replaced Cormac Lynch. In a mix of legs Niall McCarthy went down and ended up having to come off injured.
He was replaced by Damien Cronin. As the match went on John Mitchels added three more points to the scoreboard in the eighteenth minute. Number eleven for John Mitchels got a black card for ten minutes of the game.
As we moved towards the nineteenth minute Brian Murphy received a second yellow and red card to see himself getting a break early from the match. Both teams were strong and each wanted to come out on top, both marked each other well despite the rainy conditions.
With the clock running down Breandan Savage received a red card from the referee also number fourteen got a yellow card. St Pats were down to thirteen men but continued to push through unfortunately it was not meant to be and the final whistle blew with a score line of St Pats 1-06 to John Mitchels 1-09.
St Pats will play Austin Stacks in the Round 3 of Tralee/St Brendan’s League Date, Time and Venue TBC.
Congratulations
To Kerry who won against Monaghan on Sunday on a score line of Kerry 3-14 to Monaghan 1-12.
Speedy Recovery
The club would like to wish Niall McCarthy a speedy recovery after coming off injured in the St Pats vs John Mitchels game on Saturday night.
Also to Paddy Costello who hurt his ankle in a brave collision in a game with the under 9’s last Sunday at Juvenile Academy.
Sympathy
The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Declan Curley New Zealand and Tralee, Shane Burke Fenit, Betty Lovett Kilmoyley Rock Street and Derrymore and Batt O Shea Curragraigue and Derrymore.
Ardfert Football Club looks forward to welcoming back all its players in the coming weeks. Thanks to those who have already registered online.
If you have yet to register please do so by logging onto: www.foireann.ie
Please register by March 1st. Players are not covered by insurance unless they are registered.
SENIORS
The draw for the Kerry Petroleum Junior Premier Club Championship took place last Wednesday. Ardfert was drawn in group 3 along with Waterville, Ballymacelligott & Keel and will play Ballymacelligott in round 1.
We begin our County Senior Football League Div 4 campaign away to Scartaglin on the weekend of 19th/20th March.
U13
Our U13As play their first game of the year on Sunday next, 6th March, against Churchill in Round 1 of the Tralee /St. Brendan’s Board Div 2 League. The game is scheduled to take place in Ardfert at 4pm. Our U13Bs have a bye in the first round and will not be in action until the following Sunday, 13thMarch, when they will host Ballymac B in Div 3. The As will travel to Kerins O’Rahillys on that date. In the final round of fixtures on 20th March the As will travel to St. Pats and the Bs will travel to Na Gaeil. Best of luck to both teams.
Training continues for all U13s at 6pm on Thursdays in the new Astro pitch.
U17
Our U17s travelled to Ballydonoghue on Saturday where they faced Moyvane in round 1 of the Minor County League Div 2. Well done on an outstanding comeback win. After being down ten points in the first half they showed fantastic spirit and never say die will to win. Final score Moyvane 3-08 Ardfert 4-07. Next up is a home fixture against Glenflesk on March 12th.
HEALTHY CLUBS INITIATIVE
Despite the cold weather, there was a good turn out for Ardfert GAA’s Ireland Lights Up Walking Campaign on Thursday evening last. The event was organised by Healthy Clubs officer, Caroline Fahy, as part of the Irish Life GAA Healthy Clubs campaign. The Ireland Lights Up Walking Campaign encourages GAA clubs to switch on their flood lights and get people out walking in a safe and social environment. The newly opened floodlit walking path at Ardfert Recreation Centre enabled us to do that and we hope to organize more events like this in the future.
CLUB LOTTO
The St Brendan’s Hurling Club / Ardfert Football Club GAA lotto jackpot this week was €5,600
Numbers Drawn: 5, 12, 15, 21. No winner
Congratulations to the following consolation prize winners
€50: Maurice K. Fitzgerald, West Commons
€25: Fíona O’Mahony, Park View.
€25: Mike O’Riordan, Tubrid.
Lotto Jackpot is now €5,800
The next lotto draw will take place on Monday, 28 February in McElligott’s Bar at 8.00pm
St Brendan’s / Ardfert GAA would encourage players to avail of our online facility atwww.clubforce.com. Alternatively, tickets are available at Ardfert Post Office, Horgan’s Centra and McElligott’s Bar
Thank you for your ongoing support for both our clubs. Míle buíochas.
CLUB GEAR
Our club gear is now available to buy on O’Neills Website.
WIN A HOUSE IN KILLARNEY WITH KERRY GAA
Be in with a chance to win a brand new A-rated 3 bedroom house in Killarney by purchasing a ticket for the Kerry GAA WIN A HOUSE fundraiser to support our Kerry teams. Tickets are €100 with a top prize of a 3-bed house in Killarney. There are also lots of bonus draws so the earlier you buy your ticket the more draws you are entered into. Full details of how to buy your ticket are onWWW.KERRYGAA.IE/WINAHOUSEINKERRY or on the Win A House With Kerry GAA Facebook page.
Help our Club to win a CASH prize! Please nominate Ardfert GAA club when you buy your ticket online for the Kerry GAA House Draw. Support the Club, Support the County. Buy online at www.kerrygaa.ie
Our main pitch remains closed to everyone until further notice, this is to ensure that it is in the best condition for all our teams. Thanks for your patience on this matter.
Club Senior Team
Our Senior team are playing John Mitchels in the Tralee/St. Brendan’s Senior League on Friday night under lights in the Mitchels on Friday 4th March at 7.45pm
Junior Premier Club Championship
The draw for Junior Premier Club Championship took place on Wednesday night
We were drawn in Group 3 along with Ardfert, Waterville and Keel
And round 1
Ardfert vs Ballymac
Waterville vs Keel
Membership
This is a reminder that Ballymac GAA member registration is now open for the 2022 season, the links can be found on our website and various social media platforms.
We thank everyone in advance for their membership.
Kerry Teams
Senior Football
Well done to the Senior Kerry team and management on a great result against Monaghan on Sunday in round 4 of the 2022 Allianz Football League
Kerry 3- 14 Monaghan 1-12
Kerry Ladies Football
Well done to the Kerry Ladies and management on a great result in the Lidl Ladies NFL Division 2 round 2 against Clare in Clare on Sunday
Kerry 1-13 Clare 0-09
Senior Hurling
Well done to the Kerry Hurlers who had a win over Carlow in Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow
A special well done to Tadgh Brick who started and Brian Lonergan who was on the panel well done lads
Kerry 0-20 Carlow 0-13
Coiste na nÓg
Under 17s
Our u17 minors enjoyed a special opening game against Listowel Emmetts in the first round of the county league. We travelled to Ballylongford for this encounter last Saturday.
An early goal from a free taken from outside the D by Niall Collins settled our players who gave a great display of defending and point taking in the first half. Luke Griffin was a revelation between the uprights and pulled off some great saves and was effective with his kick outs. Listowel scored a goal against the run of play on the stroke of half time to leave Ballymac one point ahead at the break. The momentum and breeze lay with Listowel early in the second half and they pulled ahead by 4 points. Ballymac regrouped and battled manfully later in this half. Jack Slattery slotted home a penalty and well taken points by Sean Rice and Niall Collins saw our team grasp victory on a score line of 2-10 to 2-8
Our backs Michael Culloty, Aidan Horgan, William ODonoghue, Tom Long, Diarmuid Galvin and Luke Horgan were kept busy throughout the game and did an excellent job. Diarmuid Galvin deserves a special mention for his fielding and tackling. Sean Rice and Shane Gilroy were outstanding at midfield and were effective in transitioning the ball from our backs to our forwards throughout the game. Our forwards Jack Slattery, Niall Collins, Jamie Burke, Micheál Savage, Sky Lynch and Evan O’Brien, all acquitted themselves well. Again, special mention has to be given to Niall Collins who’s display of football and determination was becoming of his county minor status. We are grateful to Mairtín McGivern and Luke Silles who joined our ranks from the u15 panel and acquitted themselves well. Mark Chawkie O’Connor played in the backs in the second half and proved a worthy warrior when the Listowel pressure was piled on us
Referees
All, with the football season back up and running football matches will be going ahead in next few weeks. As ye all know to have matches we need referees. Kerry County Board will be running 2 types of courses in coming weeks.
U-11(Minimum age of beginner referee (male or female) is 17).
This course will enable you to referee games up to U11’s, each game you do you will receive €25 and all games will be in Ballymac pitch. This course will be about 40 minutes in duration.
U13 – U15 (Minimum age of beginner referee (male or female) is 18)
This course will enable you to referee u13 & u15 games and you will receive €30 for each game. Games will be in the Tralee/Castleisland District.
Please contact Kieran Savage 0872221720 or Sinéad Joy 0877725936 if you are interested. Just remember if we have no Referee, we have no game.
Academy
The date is set Academy will return on 13th March 2022
We will have an information morning at the pitch from 11 am-12pm on Sunday 6th March, come meet our coaches, meet your friends and a cup of tea/coffee for parents
Tell our young football stars to keep an eye out in school for our club reps that will be calling to have a chat with them
Ladies
The LGFA club rewards scheme is back up and running in association with Lidl again, please support our ladies/girl’s teams by downloading the app and choosing Ballymac as your club.
Registration
This is a reminder that Ballymacelligott GAA member registration is now open for the 2022 season. The Ladies’ rates are now available and will appear on the club website (www.ballymacgaa.com )
We ask that you register as soon as possible. We also have a significant amount of big bills in February and March: Insurance and Affiliations are two of the big ones.
You can register online using the link on our website.
There is an additional facility this year that allows you to pay your membership in instalments.
Club Shop
It’s that time of the year again, if you can’t find the shorts and socks that were put away safely at the end of last season and with training and games starting back make sure you get your club colours, everything is available on line with O’Neills.com. there is now a link on our face book page to bring you directly to Ballymac page, wear your colours with pride.
Health and Wellbeing
Thanks to the 66 participants who helped us clock up over 10,000 km in the Irish Life ‘every step counts’ challenge 2022
Keep up the healthy walking routines now!!
We are now in a draw for some O’Neill’s prizes for our club we will keep everyone updated
Lotto
Last Monday nights (21st February) Jackpot was conducted live on Facebook by Treasurer John Rice and Maureen O’Shea. The numbers drawn were 2, 7, 9 and 23. There was no winner of the Jackpot of €12, 900.00
The three lucky dip winners were:
€30.00 Emer Devane
€20.00 Frankie O’Connor
€20.00 Keith Roche
Next week’s Jackpot is €13,0000 and the draw will take place on Facebook Live on Monday 28th February after 6pm
Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp.
Tickets can be purchased by clicking here. https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchor
or via our mobile app and our sellers are Paula Silles, Gene O’Keeffe and The Half Way Shop. The closing time for entries from the shop will be 4pm on Mondays to facilitate the draw.
.Launching the Kerry Month of Enterprise were, front from left; Sarah Flaherty (MTU Kerry Campus); Cllr Michael Cahill, Leas-Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council; Minister Norma Foley; Moira Murrell, Chief Executive, Kerry County Council. Back from left: Tomás Hayes, Kerry Local Enterprise Office; Eamonn O’Reilly, NEWKD; Bridget Fitzgerald, Kerry County Council; Maura Walsh, IRD Duhallow; Ray O’Connor, IDA; Dónal Mac an tSíthigh, Údarás na Gaeltachta. Photo By : Domnick Walsh
NOW in its ninth year, Kerry Month of Enterprise (KMOE) takes place during the month of March.
KMOE, a collaborative inter-agency initiative, aims to shine a spotlight on just some of the enterprise activities on offer all year round across Kerry and remind businesses in Kerry of the wide range of supports available to them, especially at this challenging time.
The month is designed and delivered by a partnership including Munster Technological University, Kerry County Council, Kerry Local Enterprise Office, Enterprise Ireland, North, East & West Kerry Development; South Kerry Partnership Development, IDA, Udarás na Gaeltachta, IRD Duhallow and various companies and organisations throughout the county.
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The month gives established businesses and budding entrepreneurs an opportunity to network and discover the assistance available to them in growing and sustaining a business in Kerry. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted just how important it is for business owners to access the supports available to them within their own region.
The calendar of events for 2022, which can be viewed at www.kmoe.ie, includes over 80 events across the month. The county-wide events cater for businesses at various stages of development across many sectors from start-ups to established and growing businesses. All events musted be booked in advance.
Launching Kerry Month of Enterprise, Minister for Education Norma Foley TD, said: “Kerry is a county with entrepreneurship in its DNA and never has it been more important to support our business community. In its ninth year Kerry Month of Enterprise has grown year after year, from a small calendar of about 20 events in 2013 to over 80 events this year.
“Kerry Month of Enterprise celebrates excellence in enterprise and shines a light on the activities that are ongoing throughout the year and the value that the partners involved bring to our county. Congratulations to all involved.”
Highlights of the calendar of events for Kerry Month of Enterprise include a series of virtual “Start Your Own Business” focused workshops hosted by the Kerry Local Enterprise Office, focused on branding, food business and sales and marketing, among others.
Udarás na Gaeltachta will host sessions on how to boost online presence in a post-pandemic world and managing remote workers and SKDP, IRD Duhallow and NEWKD will host a number of events focused on supports including a Governance for Social Enterprises and Accounting for New Small Businesses.
Munster Technological University will once again play host to the Kerry Start-up Challenge, New Frontiers Showcase, and a host of other events aimed at developing entrepreneurial mindset and enterprise creation.
The Leas-Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Michael Cahill said: ‘A great deal of time and effort has gone into arranging a wide range of events over the coming weeks with the diversity of the business sector in Kerry to the fore. I want to thank the many agencies involved for bringing together and exciting and engaging programme.’
Kerry County Council Chief Executive Moira Murrell encouraged participation in the wide range of events: “The Kerry Month of Enterprise is a great opportunity, particularly at this challenging time, for businesses to engage with each other and the supports on offer from a wide range of agencies and I encourage anyone in business to take part.”
Bríd McElligott, Vice President Research, Development & External Engagement at Munster Technological University said: “The COVID19 pandemic has reinforced the need for supports for all industry sector within the Kerry region. Kerry Month of Enterprise offers a comprehensive spotlight during the month of March highlighting the various supports and initiatives that are available throughout the year. As we prepare for a post-covid business environment, we want to show-case the supports that are available to ensure that Kerry’s economic recovery is maximised in as short a timeframe as possible.”
A full schedule of events is available at www.kmoe.ie
Mike O’Halloran was at the Allianz Hurling League Division 2A game in Carlow where Kerry emerged victorious…
Kerry 0-20
Carlow 0-13
Action from the game yesterday. Photo: Mike O’Halloran
A very impressive win by Kerry given the tragic events prior to the game, my thoughts are with the family.
Kerry went into a two point lead within two minutes with pointed frees from Shane Conway.
The next three scores came from Carlow with Kevin McDonald, Dean Tobin and Richard Coady firing over a point each.
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Padraig Boyle replied for Kerry but again Carlow put four scores on the board three from McDonald and one from Chris Moran to leave the score Carlow 0-07 Kerry 0-03 with twenty two minutes on the clock.
Carlow were playing with a pretty strong wind in the first half and I was hoping that Kerry would not go in at halftime too far behind.
I need not have worried because up stepped Gavin Dooley he drove towards the the Carlow goal he was fouled and Shane Conway pointed the free.
Four minutes later Conway had pointed another free, then on twenty eight minutes Carlow were awarded a penalty.
It was poorly hit by Diarmuid Byrne, saved by Louis Dee and cleared, a couple of minutes later Padraig Boyle had reduced the margin to one point, a red card followed for Carlow and on the stroke of halftime Gavin Dooley drew Kerry level with a fine point, seven points all.
Photo: Mike O’Halloran
Kerry started the second half in whirl wind fashion when they rattled off five points without reply from the sticks of Paudie O’Connor, Paudie Ahern, Shane Nolan, Shane Conway and the impressive Padraig Boyle, to leave the score after six minutes of the second half Kerry 0-12 Carlow0-07.
Kerry looked as if they were going to cruise home, but Carlow had other ideas they drove over four points in a row McDonald with three and one from Chris Nolan.
Kerry were reduced to fourteen on seventeen minutes losing a player to a second yellow.
Padraig Boyle stopped the rot with another fine point, two more points followed from Conway with a beautiful side line ball and Ahern pointing from play, John Mike Nolan interrupted the Kerry scoring, three more points followed for the Kerry men.
On 29 minutes Padraig Boyle drove over his fourth point, Shane Conway pointed again after the brilliant Colin Walsh was fouled bringing his tally to eight.
With thirty seven minutes on the clock Niall Mulcahy made it Kerry 0-19 before Conway had the final say with point number ten to leave the final score Kerry 0-20 Carlow 0-13.
There were many stand out performances but Padraig Boyle was my player for the game with four brilliant points from play.
Next up for Kerry is Meath in Tralee next Sunday.
Kerry introduced Darragh Slattery, Dan Collins, Niall Mulcahy, Mark Heffernan, Flor McCarthy and Niall Mulcahy. Paudie O’Connor started instead of Darragh Slattery.
A LOCAL councillor will be delivering a letter to Kerry County Council tomorrow calling on the county to show solidarity with Ukraine and its people.
Fianna Fáil Tralee MD Cllr Mikey Sheehy is hoping people will join him at county buildings in Rathass at 4.30pm on Monday.
In the letter he is calling for the condemnation of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia and Vladimir Putin, to support the expulsion of the Russian Ambassador to Ireland and to raise the Ukrainian flag at all Kerry Council Buildings as a sign of our solidarity.
.Mark and Emir Conway, owners of O’Connell Foodstore, Deo’s in Portmagee, Co. Kerry celebrates with Julie O’Connell after they sold a winning Lotto ticket worth €156,493 in Saturday night’s €3.7 million Lotto draw.
Lotto players in Portmagee are being urged to check their tickets after a player matched five numbers and the bonus ball in Saturday night’s draw to win a whopping €156,493.
The winning ticket was purchased on the day of the draw at Deo’s Post Office in O’Connell’s Foodstore in Portmagee, Co. Kerry.
The winning numbers in Saturday’s (26th February) draw were: 01, 08, 16, 33, 36, 39 and the bonus was: 05.
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Mark Conway who runs the store with his wife Emir spoke of his sheer delight at hearing the news of the big Lotto win in his store. “It’s just fantastic news for our community. The entire area has suffered from continuous storms for the past few weeks, so this is a great bit of news to give us all a lift down here in Portmagee and Valentia Island. Given the time of year and of course the recent weather conditions, we haven’t seen too many tourists passing through, so we are hopeful that the winner is local.”
“Great news like this travels fast so there will be a great buzz around the area for the next few days! I have no doubt that it will give us all an incredible boost and a reason to celebrate some much needed good news for a change,” he added.
The Kerry winner is advised to sign the back of their ticket and to keep is safe.
The winner should contact the National Lottery prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie and arrangements will be made for them to claim their Lotto Match 5+Bonus prize.
IT’S time to put on those leg warmers, don those shoulder pad and use ozone layer-worrying levels of hairspray as there’s an 80s disco coming up.
Yes, the good folks at the Phoenix Women’s Centre in Tralee are putting on a fundraising event in a couple of weeks which should be great fun.
The Klub Gastrobar at the Kerins O’Rahillys Clubhouse will host the 80s disco night and people are encouraged to get dressed up and enjoy the night for a great cause.
It takes place on Friday, March 11 at 8pm and tickets at €10 are available from the Phoenix Women’s Centre on 066-9130430 or at the door on the night.
HERITAGE Council funding of €151,596 has been allocated for Listowel town.
THERE are around 3,000 customers affected by a water outage in Tralee tonight.
THE most up to date statistics from the Residential Property Price Register shows that January saw 28 property sales in the Tralee area in transactions fetching a total of €5,333,000.
ST Pats GAA Club in Blennerville will use the Club Lotto draw to raise funds this weekend to donate to UNICEF Humanitarian Aid appeal for Ukraine.
THERE was a decrease in new car sales in Kerry last month compared to February 2021, according to the latest statistics from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI).
GARDAI in Tralee are investigating three criminal damage incidents which took place in an area of town last week.
AN Garda Síochána will conduct a national speed enforcement operation ‘Slow Down’, supported by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and other stakeholders, for a 24 hour period from 7am on Tuesday, March 1 to 7am on Wednesday, March 2.
IT’S time to put on those leg warmers, don those shoulder pad and use ozone layer-worrying levels of hairspray as there’s an 80s disco coming up.