GARDAI in Tralee are investigating an alleged assault incident on Sunday morning.
Gardaí received a report of a motorist who stopped in the Ballymullen area and it’s alleged an altercation took place with another person at about 11.35am and the motorist suffered a minor injury.
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to the incident and motorists who may have dash cam footage to contact them at Tralee Garda Station on 066-7102300.
SIX local organisations from Kerry were today announced as County Finalists in the National Lottery Good Causes Awards 2024.
Tralee Rugby Club is one of the finalists in the Sport category. The others were Cumann Tithíochta na Dromoda Teo in the Community Category; Recovery Haven Kerry in the Health & Wellbeing category; Listowel Writers’ Week in Arts and Culture; Maharees Conservation Association CLG in Heritage and Kerry Diocesan Youth Service in Youth category.
The awards aim to honour, showcase and celebrate the inspiring work being carried out nationwide by thousands of projects, clubs and individuals who have received support from Good Causes funding.
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The 147 County Finalists nationwide will now compete for a place in the National Finals judging phase next month, after which the National Finalists will be announced.
The total prize fund available on the night of the Good Causes Awards ceremony is €100,000, whereby each of the seven category winners will receive €10,000 and the overall Good Cause of the Year will take home an additional €25,000.
A special category, ‘Hero of the Year’, will be announced on the awards night in recognition of outstanding work, where the recipient will receive a prize of €5,000. In addition, each of the National Finalists announced in June will receive a cheque for €1,000.
SUMMER Stars is the public library national summer reading programme for children and Kerry Library invites all children throughout the county to join in the adventure and discover the fun and pleasure of reading over the summer by taking part in our Summer Stars Reading Challenge.
Summer Stars is non-competitive and every child who reads even one book or eBook is regarded as having completed the programme – and it’s all completely free.
From Saturday, June 8 children are invited to visit their local Kerry library and collect a Summer Stars Reading Challenge card to track their reading.
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Children are welcome to join Summer Stars at any point over the summer and when they complete the challenge they will receive a medal and certificate of achievement.
Kerry libraries stock a vast range of children’s books suitable for all ages and interests. In addition, BorrowBox, our eBook / eAudiobook / eMagazine service, offers a large selection of titles for children. They have stocked up for the summer with a huge range of favourites and new gems to discover.
Kerry library staff are ready and waiting with great recommendations to help young readers discover new authors and genres they might not have tried before.
During the Summer Stars Reading Challenge, libraries will be hosting storytimes, workshops, board game afternoons, sensory mornings and competition throughout the summer months.
Visit your local library during in July and August to be in with a chance to win a prize. Keep an eye on their social media and in your local library to take part. Further details at www.kerrylibrary.ie
MUNSTER Technological University (MTU) has received over €2 million in Springboard+ funding.
The Springboard+ programme provides free and heavily subsidised upskilling and reskilling opportunities through higher education in areas where there are identified skills needs. Many of these courses are aimed at jobseekers and those returning to the workforce.
The Springboard+ funded places are spread across a wide range of MTU’s courses. Applicants can choose from programmes in business, science, agriculture, culinary arts and much more. Candidates can earn honours degree awards, postgraduate diplomas and higher certificates.
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Brendan O’Donnell, MTU’s Vice President of Academic Affairs & Registrar, said; “Springboard+ has been a transformative upskilling initiative in Ireland. The programme has seen great success in providing people with the qualifications they need to thrive in the modern job market and providing employers with the skilled workers they need to succeed in today’s economy. We are delighted to receive over €2 million to further invest in our Springboard+ offerings.”
Michael Loftus, MTU’s VP for External Affairs, said “Springboard+ has been a real game-changer for access to higher education. The scheme, in its commitment to lifelong learning, has enabled thousands to gain the qualifications they need to get back into the workforce. At MTU, we are delighted to receive this funding so that we can continue to offer these free and subsidised course places. With so many fantastic programmes to choose from, we have no doubt that there will be plenty of interest to those who are considering upskilling opportunities.”
The Springboard+ courses are managed by the Higher Education Authority (HEA), on behalf of the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, and are tailored towards the unemployed, self-employed, returners to the workforce and individuals seeking to upskill or reskill. All courses approved for funding under Springboard+ are selected following a competitive tendering process. In particular, courses with a proven track record in getting people back into employment are recommended for funding.
KERRY sports clubs can apply for grants of up to €5,000 per club under a new funding scheme announced this week by the Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership.
The aims of the Partnership include increasing participation in sport and physical activity, improving the quality of coaching and training and supporting volunteers in sport.
The Sports Club Grant 2024 aims to assist new and existing clubs in creating structures which achieve long-term development and offer benefits to the club.
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Colm McEvoy, Chairperson of Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership said; “This is a great resource for local clubs to create, enhance and continue the amazing opportunities they are creating for people to be active, connected and healthy in their local communities”.
The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Jim Finucane, encouraged as many Sports Clubs as possible to apply for the funding opportunity.
“This is a most welcome opportunity for our sports clubs to access funding to support the participation of their members. Sport plays such a significant role in the lives of people in Kerry, and I would encourage all clubs to apply.” he said. The closing date for applications is Friday, 5th July 2024.
The grant is targeted at voluntary and non-profit sports clubs and groups that can contribute to the strategic goals of Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership under the following categories:
• Increased participation in Sport and Physical Activity
• Greater access to training and education
• Better club Governance
Online applications are now being accepted for assistance under this fund, which is available on Kerry County Council’s website, under three strands:
Strand 1: Sports Club small equipment grant programme (max €3,000)
Strand 2: Sports Club Education and training supports (max €1,000)
Strand 3: Sports Club participation initiative support Scheme (max €1,000)
Sports Clubs may apply (where eligible) for one or more of the strands.
Application forms, Guidelines (terms and conditions) and all relevant information is available at www.kerrycoco.ie, or from Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership: info@kerryrecreationandsports.ie / 066 718 4776
CAMPA SAMHRAIDH:
The Austin Stack Club summer camp will take place in Connolly Park from Tuesday August 6th to Saturday August 10th from 9.30am to 1pm daily. Fáilte roimh chailíní, chomh maith.
PEIL FAOI 7/8/9/11:
Once again, great Under 7/8/9 football was played last Sunday morning. More football at 11am on Sunday next (9th June). Bí linn! Fáilte roimh chách!
PEIL FAOI 11:
(i) Our usual Sunday session will take place this coming weekend…..11am ar an Domhnach (9ú Meitheamh).
(ii) Phase 2 of the U11 GoGames programme commenced on Thursday last. We travelled all the way to Rathmore and had some excellent games. We will have games every Thursday evening for the next few weeks….real football action!
PEIL FAOI 13:
(i) ‘Well done’ to our U13B boys who played great football v Na Gaeil in the Division 13A County League semi-final in Connolly Park on Sunday last.
(ii) The Division 1A lads played v Na Gaeil A in their County League semi-final agus imríodh an cluiche sin i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile. Maith sibh, a bhuachaillí!
PEIL FAOI 15:
Another quiet week has gone by for U15 boys. Competition football is now on hold until the Central League begins in late June. Training sessions will continue in preparation for this so watch out for group messages. Best of luck and good wishes to our U15 boys who’re facing state and end-of-year exams in the coming weeks and days.
U15 (Division 2) County League champions: Conor O’Regan; Mark Riordan, Oran O’Donoghue, Fionn Cotter; Ryan O’Carroll, Eoin Mangan, Darragh Lyons; Jamie Casey, Ben Litchfield; Jack Delaney, David Hobbert, Michael Cotter; Danny Lane, Barry Laide, Denis Brassil; David Ahern, Ryan O’Flaherty, Joe de Barra, Noah Reidy, Harry Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd.
Our U15B (Division 9) stars: Barry Laide; Conor Murphy, Oisín Cotter, Diarmuid Hennessy; Mark Riordan, Seán McCannon, Ryan O’Flaherty; Joe de Barra, Fionn Cotter; Tadhg Somers, David Ahern, Liam Swords; Noah Reidy, Kyle Yoxhall, Dean Courtney; Tom Dawson, Eliot Calleja, Ewan Canty, Nathan O’Connor, Ediart Topali, John Riordan, Mark Foley, Joe O’Halloran, Alex O’Flaherty, Séamus Keenan. Coaches: Tim McMahon, Pa Laide, Eoghan Ó Gealbháin, Ger Hobbert. (Ger Hobbert)
SCRÚDUITHE:
Best wishes to all our players who are facing school examinations….especially those atá atá tosaithe ar an Teastas Sóisearach agus ar an Ardteist.
FAOI 21:
Well done’ to our U21s who pipped Kenmare Shamrocks in the Acorn Life U21 County Championship quarter final in Kenmare on Wednesday (29th). Result….Kenmare Shamrocks: 1-8; Austin Stack Club U20s: 2-8. Scór leathama: 0-3 v 0-3. The men of The Rock: Mícheál Tansley; Seán Heaslip, Ruairí Ó Conaill, Séamus Ó Bradáin; Cian Ó Duilleáin, Lúcás Ó Cathasaigh, Seán Óg Ó Brosnacháin; Cillian Litchfield, Colm de Brún, Noah Townsend; Conchúr Ó hÓráin (captaen), Dónal Ó Ciarba; Paidí Ó Laighin, Seán de Bastábla, Damien Ó hÓgáin; Donnacha Mac an tSaoir, Pádraig Ó hAllmharáin, Thomas Deregee, Eimhín Ó Foghlú, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin.
CLUB GEAR:
Club merchandise from O’Neills
Lotto Results 3rd June, 2024
No Jackpot Winner
Next Week’s Jackpot is for €3600
BUÍOCHAS: Thanks to all club lotto supporters and especially to (i) Siopa Chaoimhín de Barra, Ollmhargadh Grósaera na Carraige, (ii) PC Books, Sráid na Carraige, (iii) O’Flynn Interiors, Sráid na Carraige, (iv) Hussey’s Deli and Newsagency, Cé an Phrionsa, (v) The Burger Shack, Móin an Bhealaigh, (vi) The Brogue, Sráid na Carraige
KERRY SENIORS:
(i)Well done’ to Joe, Dylan, Armin, Joey and Kerry v An Mhí. Nár dhein Joe agus Dylan go diail ar pháirc na himeartha? An-bhua!
(ii) Go n-éirí le Dara Ó Lúing, le hAoife Ní Dhuilleáin agus Mná na Ríochta v Tír Chonaill i bPáirc Mhic Chumhaill, Bealach Féich, ar an Domhnach beag seo.
CIARRAÍ FAOI 17:
Good wishes to Wayne and his Kerry minors as they prepare for their next encounter. The Rock boys on the panel: Ben Ó Murchú (an captaen), Fionnán Ó Riain, Rónán Ó Cearúill, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Ryan Ó Drisceoil.
Date for your Diary, Anti-Bullying Workshop:
In an ongoing commitment to creating and maintaining the safest possible environment for all children who wish to take part in GAA games and activities, the club will host an Anti-Bullying Workshop on Tuesday 11th June next from 7.30-9.30pm. This workshop will be held in Connolly Park and will be facilitated by Colette Murphy, GAA Tutor. This workshop is designed for coaches involved at Juvenile level and it is expected that all Senior Club coaches will attend.
Enquiries to Dr Órlaith Griffin, Children’s Officer.(ChildrensOfficer.austinstacks.kerry@gaa.ie)
MARATÓN:
Well done’ to Under 15 mentor, Eoghan Ó Gealbháin, who ran in the Cork City marathon on Sunday last. All funds raised from this fundraising effort will go towards the St. Ita’s and St. Joseph’s School fund; the school is currently fundraising to buy a new bus. Never too late to sponsor him.
3rd Padraig Daughton, Crohan Fitzgerald, Denis P Galvin, Sean Casey -86 pts
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Next Sunday 9th June is a swap day with Killarney – Fourball format and timesheet is now open. Sponsor Seamus Weldon for Men and Aspen Grove for Ladies.
Ballymacelligott travelled to Kilcummin on Friday evening. The squad missed many players due to injuries, exams, and holidays.
The players who togged out did the club proud, with some great performances for new players who joined the squad in 2024. It was an ideal evening for football, and the sun shone brightly over Pairc Chuimín.
Donal Daly opened the scoring with a point for Ballymac, followed by two from Keith O’Leary and Sean Doolan for Kilcummin. Keith O’Leary’s point came from a 45 following a save by Christy Leen in goal for Ballymac. Micheál Reidy levelled the game with a point for Ballymac;
For the next twelve minutes, Ballymac failed to score, and Kilcummin notched up two more points, leading by double scores with seventeen minutes gone.
Donal Daly scored a point, and Kilcummin matched it. Tomás O’Connor scored his second for Ballymac, and Gary O’Leary for Kilcummin added another. Daniel O’Shea was fouled, and Donal Daly scored a point from the free.
Sean Doolan scored Kilciummin’s last point of the game, and Donal Daly and Tomás O’Connor added two for Ballymac to leave the game all square at halftime. James Kenny worked particularly hard in this half and was very sharp and accurate in his ball passing to his teammates.
Half Time Score: Kicummin 0-7 Ballymacelligott 0-7
Andy Rogers scored his first point for the Ballymac Senior team and the opening point of the second half within a minute of the throw-in. Eleven minutes passed before the next point was scored by Sean Doolan for Kilcummin.
Michael Herlihy and Donal Daly added two more, and Kilcummin scored to bring the teams level at 0-9 each with 15 minutes left to play. Donal Daly and James Kenny added two points for Ballymac before Sean Doolan converted from a free.
Daniel O’Shea did some great work and passed the ball to Donal Daly and Ballymac were in the lead by two points.
However, Kilcummin would not let this game go, and a point from a free from Sean Doolan and a goal from Matt Keane in the 26th Minute gave them a two-point lead. Some good defending by Ballymac held the opposition scoreless for the final five minutes.
Donal Daly scored two points, one at the last minute, to give Ballymac another point on the County League Table.
In games like this, one sees the value of a strong squad. With so many injuries, seeing all the players who had never started for the Senior A team step up and perform so well was reassuring.
One could see their interest all year and their delight in starting the game. Every single player excelled. It was a good night for our club
Next week, we travel to Killorglin to play Laune Rangers in the Senior Football League 2024 penultimate round.
Team and Scorers:
Christy Leen, Cathal White, Brian Cassidy, Sean Rice, Josh O’Keeffe, Tadhg Brick, Andy Rogers (0-1), Micheál Reidy (0-1), Daniel O’Shea, Adam Sheehy, Tomás O’Connor (0-1), Michael Herlihy (0-1), Shane McGillicuddy, Donal Daly (0-9) and James Kenny (0-1).
Substitutes Used: Barry Lyons and Skye Lynch.
We wish all our players doing the Leaving Cert every success next week, and we thank them all for their commitment to our club in what is a very demanding year for them.
We wish speedy recoveries to Aidan Breen, Vinny Horan, Eoin Creedon, Maurice O’Connell, Micheál Savage, Darragh Broderick, Daragh Regan, and Cathal Dunne,
Lotto
The Ballymacelligott GAA Club Lotto Jackpot is €8000 tomorrow night.
The Credit Union SFL Div 6 Shield
Keel 1-10
Ballymacelligott 4-14
Venue: Keel Date: June 3rd 2024.
The Senior B team travelled to Keel on Sunday morning and came home with a win. The game was one-sided, with Ballymac dominant and leading from the first score of the game.
A point from Josh O’Keeffe opened the scoring, and shortly afterwards, Eoghan Leahy hit the back of the net. Two points from Shane Gilroy and James Kenny have Ballymac leading 2-03 with fifteen minutes left in the half.
Cathal White scored a goal, Skye Lynch and Captain Barry Lyons added a point each for Ballymac, and Keel got on the scoreboard with a goal. Josh O’Keeffe added a point for Ballymac, and Keel matched that score.
The score went from 1-01 to 2-06 with five minutes left in the half. James Kenny and Barry Lyons scored Ballymac’s last two points of the half, and Keel scored a point just before the halftime whistle blew.
Half Time score: Keel 1-03 Ballymacelligott 2-08
The second half again showed off the work rate and communication among the Ballymac players. They added two more goals from Shane Gilroy, points from Jamie Burke and Andy Rogers, and two points each from James Kenny (1 free) and Barry Lyons (1 free).
It was a very good team performance from Conor Martin in goals to the full forward line of Eoghan Leahy, Barry Lyons, and Josh O’Keeffe.
Total Time: Keel 1-10 Ballymacelligott 4-14.
Much credit is due to all the players lined out on Sunday morning. It was good to see Mossie Brennan back in the Ballymac Jersey, and credit to all the players who played on Friday night for making themselves available again.
This senior B team has brought on and honed the skills of all these players for the past few months. The senior A team selectors who attend every game are very happy with the progress this bunch of players made so far. We are lucky as a club to have such commitment from players and the management teams.
Team and Scorers: Conor Martin, Ciarán Brosnan, Sean Rice, Mike Sweeney, Jamie Burke (0-1), Andy Rogers (0-1), Jonathan Brick, Skye Lynch (0-1) , Cathal White (1-0), James Kenny (0-4), Shane Gilroy (2-01), Eoin Culloty, Eoghan Leahy (1-0) Barry Lyons (0-4), and Josh O’Keeffe (0-2),
Subs Used: Marc Brick and Mossie Brennan.
We wish all our players doing the Leaving Cert every success next week, and we thank them all for their commitment to our club in what is a very demanding year for them.
Watch out on social media for the next game in this competition, which will occur next weekend. Ballymacelligott V An Ghaeltacht
Good luck
Wishing everyone who is sitting the Leaving and Junior Cert the very best of luck,
School Blitz
On Friday morning in glorious sunshine our Coiste na nÓg committee hosted our annual Primary School Blitz for the 4 primary schools in the parish. Girls and boys took to the field, some for the very first time, and enjoyed some great small sided games throughout the morning. Many thanks to all the the schools for their cooperation and to all the coaches, mainly our club minor men and ladies team members. Thanks also to our sponsors Mannix Property Services for their support again this year.
The mornings football would not be the same without the ice cream van on hand at the end to reward all participants with a well-deserved cone.
Well done to our Coiste na nÓg team for organising a great event for our future stars.
Ballymac Abú
‘Bubbly Brunch’
Calling all our stylish men and women to come together for a ‘Bubbly Brunch’ on Sat June 22nd! Our Ascot Race Day kicks off with mimosa or prosecco on arrival, free buffet and charcuterie board, races live on the Big screen and much more! Best dressed male and female prizes on the day. Supporting Ballymac LGFA, this over 18 event starts at 2pm. Tickets are €20 and will be on sale from Tuesday morning.
– Booking call 087 9534159, 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri
– Tickets also available at The Halfway Shop or contact Oonagh 087-7532949.
Academy
Academy is 11am to 12 noon every Sunday, New players always welcome to join us on Sunday mornings.
Mothers and Others
Mothers and Others continues every Tuesday at 7pm at our Training Pitch. New faces always welcome! Give it a go if you’re over 25 and interested in getting fit in a fun environment!
Contact Oonagh 087-7532949 or Liz 087-9981834.
Lotto
On Monday 27th May, the Lotto draw took place live from the clubrooms with Ladies secretary Deirdre Millane and Registrar Fiona O’Donoghue. Maureen O’Shea was on camera.
The Numbers drawn were: 6, 11, 21, 27
There was no winner of this week’s Jackpot of €7900. Congratulations to the lucky dip winners this week:
€30.00 – Tomas and Niamh Lynch, Kielduff
€20.00 – Joe Leen, Q.P
€20.00 – Ian O’Sullivan Q.P c/o Gene O’Keeffe
Next Jackpot is €8,000 and the draw will take place on Bank Holiday Monday 3rd June 2024 at Glenduff Manor. Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp online.
Tickets can be purchased by clicking here https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchor
or from our regular sellers Paula Silles and Maureen O Shea . Quick Pick Envelopes are available at The Half Way Shop , O’Riadas Bar and Restaurant and Glenduff Manor. The closing time for Quick Pick (paper) entries will be 4 pm on Mondays to facilitate the draw (Halfway and O’Riadas) and midnight Sunday from Glenduff Manor. Your continued support is very much appreciated for the day to day running costs of our club. Thanks to our local businesses for facilitating the sale of our Lotto. Check out all the latest news from Ballymac GAA Club by clicking here www.ballymacgaa.com
U7 Hurling
Our U7s enjoyed a great evening of hurling on Friday evening as Crotta hosted an under 7 blitz. The boys played games against Kilmoyley, Crotta, Abbeydorney and Ballyduff. It was great to see the boys using their skills and having such fun.
U9 Hurling
The U9s enjoyed great evening of hurling on Tuesday evening as Kilmoyley hosted a blitz. The boys played games against Kilmoyley, Ardfert, Abbeydorney and Lixnaw. It was great to see the boys using their skills and enjoying themselves
U11 Hurling
Our U11 boys enjoyed a great evening of hurling against a skillful and determined Firies side in glorious sunshine in Caherslee on Saturday evening. Thank you to Firies for a great game and to Donnacha Buttimer for refereeing the match.
Anne Chute and Shauna Harris from Tralee Parnells who won the Kerry Camogie Poc Fada U15 and Senior Competitions
U15 Feile Preparations
As the U15 Feile Camogie and Hurling squads are busy preparing to represent the club in the All Ireland finals in Wexford in June, fundraising continues.
The club held a bake sale held in Caherslee GAA grounds on Friday evening which was a tremendous success. The place was buzzing with activity throughout the evening as our Under 7, 9 and 11 groups got to showcase their hurling abilities for the players from our two Féile panels.
A great turn out on for the Tralee Parnells academy training session and bake sale event on Friday evening in Caherslee.
A large turnout of parents and children also contributed to the wonderful atmosphere. The bake sale featured a variety of expertly made treats, displaying the baking talents within our club!! The funds raised from the bake sales and sale of raffle lines will significantly support our Féile trip to Wexford for our hurling and camogie teams.
Thank you to all the parents and children who brought goodies along and also purchased treats. Your contributions made this a fantastic evening for everyone involved. Newcomers are always welcome to the academy session on Friday evening to give hurling and camogie a try and have some fun. The club will provide hurleys and helmets.
Camán to Croker
As part of the Camogie Association’s 120th anniversary celebrations, sixty four U12 teams from across the country will have the opportunity to represent their clubs at a fun-filled day of blitz matches next Sunday 9th June.
Tralee Parnells are honoured to have been selected to take part in this day. The girls are busy preparing for this fun filled day and are looking forward to the honour of representing their club
Camogie Poc Fada
The Kerry Camogie Poc Fada competition was held during the week on a pristine Crotta GAA pitch. Congratulations to Tralee Parnells players Shauna Harris, winner of the Senior Poc Fada and to Anna Chute, winner of the U16’s Poc Fada. Both players will go onto represent their county at the Munster Poc Fada.
Well done to all the competitors who took part and a huge thank you to Siobhán Herbert (County Development Officer) and Annemarie Russell (County Chairperson) for organising the event.
Fiona Cotter from Kirby’s Brogue Inn and Rory Kerins from Pro-Plan Auctioneers present a new set of home and away jerseys to Tralee Parnells Senior Hurling captain Tadhg Brick and Andrew Morrissey
Senior Hurling
To mark the special occasion of Parnells re-joining the rank of Senior Hurling in Kerry, the club commissioned two new sets of jerseys, a ‘Home’ and an ‘Away’ set. The ‘Away’ set was designed by Paul Galvin and has the names of the players that played on the 1918 and 1919 County title winning team embedded in the design.
On Friday morning, the two sets of jerseys were presented to the club by the new senior team sponsors Kevin and Fiona Cotter from Kirbys Brogue Inn and Rory Kerins of Pro-Plan Auctioneers. Speaking at the presentation, Stephen Buttimer said; “We are delighted to have The Brogue Inn and Pro-Plan Auctioneers on board as Senior Team sponsors and the club is very grateful to Fiona, Kevin and Rory for their support as we embark on our County Senior Championship journey”.
Tralee Parnells Junior Team who defeated Rathmore in the final round of the Division 2A County League
Junior Hurling
The junior hurling team had a good win against Rathmore in the final round of the Division 2A County league
PRELIMINARY work is underway of the site of the new Tralee Boxing Club and Community Space which is due to open next year. JF Flynn Construction Ltd commenced some of the initial phase of work on the site this week with construction scheduled to begin on site next year.
The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Jim Finucane, and the Minister for Education, Norma Foley, were present on Tuesday as details of the new 1,041sqm facility were revealed.
The two-storey building on a brownfield site at the junction of Boherbee and Dean’s Lane will provide a state of the art boxing facility as well as ancillary facilities for community purposes.
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The design of the Tralee Boxing Club and Community Space building was advanced through the planning consent process in 2019 and forms part of the Mitchels Boherbee Community Regeneration Project.
The ground floor will include changing rooms and toilets along with the boxing gym and the gym hall itself. The first floor will include meeting rooms, offices, canteen and toilets associated with the Community Space, together with a mezzanine and canteen for use by the boxing gym members.
The project is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development under the Community Recognition Fund and by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under the Urban Regeneration Development Fund, along with additional investment by Kerry County Council. Construction of the €3m facility is expected to commence in 2025.
The return of experienced duo David Moran and Tommy Walsh proved the inspiration for this hard earned , precious win in Gallarus played in glorious sunshine despite a strong breeze.
Both seamlessly integrated back into the squad, their influence undeniable, as we significantly raised the level of our performance from that seen to date – their presence seemed to have the desired effect on all their teammates who gained in confidence as the game unfolded.
The home side played with the strong breeze and hardly put a foot wrong in the opening quarter, racing into a 0-07 to 0-01 lead by the 12th minute with Tomás Kennedy notching our only score as he raced through the defence to fire over in the 6th minute.
An Ghaeltacht’s dominance waned however as David Moran and Tom Hoare, ably assisted by Tomás Kennedy, Ben Hanafin and Jake Foley, began to make their presence felt with good scores coming from two pointed frees from Tom plus another two placed balls from Darragh O’Connor – indeed Darragh was proving to be a major thorn in their side and his overall points tally of 0-07 was testament to his overall influence.
Barry John had our first point from play since Tomás’ opening effort in the 23rd minute with An Ghaeltacht replying in kind on the 26th minute; the next score, was pivotal as Conor Hayes found the bottom corner of the net to level matters; it all started with a good interception by Sam Pituch in defence who found Ben Hanafin and he made inroads into the defence before playing Conor in for the green flag.
We traded points from here to the short whistle which saw us trail by just one at the break, 0-11 to 1-07.
The omens for the second half were good with Barry John levelling matters from play and then Darragh, put us ahead for the first time with a point from play which he quickly followed up with another from a free; we went 3 up by the midway point of the 2nd half before An Ghealtacht again pulled back a score from a free.
The next score was probably the point of the match as Tomás Kennedy surged forward, and wind assisted, split the posts from distance.
Our defence held firm throughout this second half, defending stoutly, remaining composed without resorting to fouling – the opposition were only able to add four points in the 30+ mins played.
Ross made some important interceptions, Ben shadowed Tomás O’Sé to great effect whilst Daniel Bowler was on hand to hoover up any breaking ball. Shane McElligott in this period too made a huge contribution and played himself to a standstill.
In the end, we had a deserved win and now look forward to the visit of Glenflesk next weekend.
We would like to wish An Ghaeltacht’s centre back and captain, PJ Mac Láimh the best as he recovers from an injury which forced his withdrawal.
Final score:
KO’R 1-16
An Ghaeltacht 0-15
Team: Rob O’Connor, Sam Pituch, Ross O’Callaghan, TJ Heaphy, Ben Hanafin, Jake Foley, Daniel Bowler, David Moran, Tom Hoare, Tomas Kennedy, Barry John Keane, Shane McElligott, Darragh O’Connor, Tommy Walsh, Conor Hayes.
Subs: Ryan Carroll, Gearóid Savage, Conor O’Sullivan.
Our division 6 team had a free weekend but are back in action tomorrow night, Tuesday 4th June when they make the long trip to Kenmare to take on the locals – throw in is @ 7.30 pm
Gym:
Our brand new gym, located in the Healy Room will officially open its doors this coming Wednesday, June 5th under the tutelage of Inception Performance.
Inception Performance is the brainchild of Dan Breen who has over 15 years experience in the health and leisure industry, and who already has an association with the club, following on from his time as S & C with William Harmon’s management team.
Dan and his team will be in attendance from Monday – Friday, 6 am to 6 pm and on Saturdays until noon for classes etc – you can learn more by logging on to Inception Performance or downloading the app Glofox – we would like to wish Dan and his team every success with this venture.
Book Launch:
Kerryman journalist Stephen Fernane will officially launch his book “ The Life and Times of Bernard Dillon” in the clubhouse on Thursday night next, June 6th @ 7 pm.
Mayor of Tralee and Strand Road man, Councillor Terry O’Brien will perform the launch and all are welcome to attend.
The book tells the extraordinary story of Bernard Dillon, a native of Caherina, who famously won the Epsom Derby in 1910.
It promises to be a great occasion and well worth attending.
Juvenile Academy:
It was great to see such high numbers at the academy yet again this week.
All age groups enjoyed their training sessions with their coaches. Thanks as always to our parents for their continued support and bringing their kids to training. Thanks to our wonderful coaches for their time and dedication. Special thank you to Ben, Taylor and Fiadh who came to help with coaching. It’s great to see older club players mentoring our Juveniles and volunteering to help out when they can.
U7 Boys
U7 Boys:
Great Start to our Under 7 Go Games campaign on Thursday evening as we travelled to Keel GAA . The boys played really well and are improving steadily. Important now that we keep up the effort on Sunday mornings and at home also.
U9 Boys:
Our U9’s play Kilcummin this Wednesday evening at 6:30pm in Ballyrickard. All support is welcome.
U11 Boys:
Two great performances by our U11 Boys V Killarney Legion on Thursday night. Two very competitive games played in a great spirit by both clubs. Well done to all and thanks to Legion for making the journey.
U13 Boys
U13 Boys:
U13 B County League Semi Final v Castleisland Desmonds
Our U13 B team achieved something special Sunday evening winning their County League Semifinal on a score line of 4-12 to 5 -07. Huge effort put in by everyone showing great team work throughout. Well done boys.
Best of luck to our U13 A’s who play at home in Ballyrickard today Monday 3rd June at 1pm Throw in v Ballyduff in the County League Division 3 Semifinal. All support is welcome.
Our U8 and U10 Girls will play their next Go Games against Austin Stacks this Sunday. Full details will be sent out through clubzap.
Do you have unwanted football boots, club jerseys/tops etc?
In a bid to reduce, reuse and recycle we are seeking donations! If you have some usable and clean unwanted gear that no longer fits your child and would like to donate, please bring it to Academy Sunday mornings. We will then have a stall setup over the coming weeks with all items received available to our members for a small donation.
Best of luck to everyone who is starting their Junior and Leaving Certificate Exams this week.
Ladies Notes:
U12 Girls
U12 Girls:
KOR U12s played a challenge game against Annascaul on Tuesday evening. Annascaul were a very physical, tough side and put it up to the KOR girls. After a quiet first quarter, the scores started to come in the second and third quarter with Ava and Eimear finding the mark.
Some great defensive work from our half backs kept Annascaul out on numerous occasions. Yet again a great team performance saw KOR come out on top. Well done girls on another great performance. Thank you to Annascaul for coming in to play us.
U14 Kerins O’Rahillys team
U14 Girls:
Our Kerins O’Rahilly’s team made the long journey to Dromore, Templenoe on Wednesday night to face ISG in the County League. Despite a Trojan team effort from our girls, ISG proved far too strong and the game ended 1-13 to 0-1.
Special mention to Allie Kerins who gave it everything at midfield, captain Emma Onyekwere and Aoibhinn Corridon who defended tirelessly and Lily Hussey who had another great game. Thanks also to the parents who made the long journey down South.
We’ve been plagued by injuries this County League but our girls have shown a great attitude and will learn from this. MK Gaels up next in the last game of this League.
U16 Girls:
One training this week for our u16 girls as a lot of girls are getting ready for their Junior Cert and more getting ready to enjoy summer holidays we left them off with one training.
From our management we want to wish the best of luck to Fiadh, Erica, Jocelynn, Taylor, Greta Aoibheann, Saoirse, Donna, Naoise, Caoileann, Bianka, and Bridget in their exams next week.
Keeping in touch:
If you have a story to tell please let us know on the club phone, 085 2095001 or via Messenger on Facebook.
Condolences:
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to Johnnie Foley and family on the sad passing of Mary ( Tuohy) at the weekend – ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilis.
Lotto results: Lotto Tue 28th May 2024. Numbers drawn were 1, 10, 16, 30. No winner. Lucky dip winners of €20 were James O’Sullivan, Barry O’Donoghue, Gene & Madeline Kelly, Geraldine Sheehan, Guenter Siech. Our next draw will be tomorrow night and the jackpot will be €2,000. Why not try your luck in our lotto. The links is as follows:https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/lotto
RIP: Our sincere sympathy to the family of the late Seán Óg Sheehy, Liosdara. May he rest in peace.
Bingo: Na Gaeil Bingo tonight at 8pm sharp. Our Mini Accumulater Jackpot House tonight is €300 in 50 calls. We also have a Raffle and Split the Bucket at half time. Bus available on (087) 2817577. Over 18s only. Hope to see you all there for an excellent night out.
Volunteers: The club are looking for people to help out at bingo on Monday nights. If you can spare 2 hours every 5 or 6 weeks then Niamh (087-9863667) would be delighted to have you on board.
Fundraiser: Dearbhla Quirke, daughter of Mary & Jerome, is heading to Uganda volunteering for 3 weeks in July and must fundraise €2,650! She will be working as an Occupational Therapist over there in a paediatric rehabilitation centre. Any donations would be greatly appreciated! If you’d like to donate please click on this link:https://nurtureafrica.enthuse.com/pf/dearbhla-quirke/post/6702388
Exams: Gach rath ar ár bpeileadóirí ar fad, cailiní is buachailli atá ag tosnú na scruduithe stáit Dé Céadaoin.
Changes to Car Park: We would like to make patrons aware of the new disabled parking bays and the yellow box for ambulance parking which have been added to the club’s car parks recently. Please keep them free at all times for people who need them.
Tesco: Thanks to Tesco Ireland and our own Siobhán Lacey who organised with Tesco Manor to have Na Gaeil included in their great Tesco Community Fund. Also a huge thank you to everyone who voted for us. We’re delighted to have received our funding recently.
Senior Men: Last Saturday night our seniors had a short trip across town to take on John Mitchels in Round 9 of the Credit Union Co. League. Mitchels played with the aid of the wind in the first half and took an early lead with a point from a free.
However, it was a full 13 minutes before they added their second point by which time our lads had kicked 5 wides. Eventually a point from Kieran O’Connor, who was lively throughout, and one from Ruairí Ó hAiniféin tied up the game with 22 minutes gone.
Mitchels edged ahead again but Na Gaeil responded with a point each from Tomás Ó hAiniféin and Jamesie O’Connor to edge the contest 4 points to 3 at halftime.
Na Gaeil started the second half with gusto and were rewarded with points from Dan Goggin and Kieran O’Connor. Mitchels kept in touch with a pointed free. A Ruairí Ó hAiniféin point off his left and a Mark Lynch free extended Na Gaeil’s lead to 4 points, 8 points to 4, mid-way through the half.
However Mitchels sprung into life and added 2 frees and a point from play in a matter of minutes and it was now just a 1 point game. A Mark Lynch free in the 27th minute gave our lads a 2 point cushion but it proved to be a dangerous lead.
From the kickout Mitchels drove through our defence and smashed home a goal. Credit to our lads though. They worked the ball upfield one final time, finding Dan Goggin inside the 21 and he popped over the equalizing point. Final score: John Mitchels 1-7, Na Gaeil 0-10.
Team: Jack Rogers, Enda O’Connor, Ryan O’Neill, Damien Bourke, Jack Doyle, Andrew Barry, Peter Doyle, Tomás O’hAiniféin, Jamesie O’Connor, Morgan Madden, Oisín Maunsell, Dan Goggin, Ruairí O’hAiniféin, Kieran O’Connor, Cian Devine. Subs: John Kearney, Mark Lynch, Oisín O’Brien, Aaron Dewey, Jack Costello, Kevin O’Donoghue, Oisín O’Sullivan, Seamus Looney, Fergal Barry, Dan O’Connor, Liam Óg Kingston, Shawn Duggan, Darragh Devine, Seán O’Connor.
U21 Co. Championship (Men): Well done to the St. Brendans Board u21 team who beat Glenflesk last Wednesday in the quarter-final of the Co. Championship. They will play Laune Rangers in the semi-final on Wednesday 26th June, at a neutral venue.
All-Ireland Senior Championship (Men): Well done to Diarmuid O’Connor and the Kerry team on their win over Meath yesterday in round 2 of the All-Ireland Series.
All-Ireland Senior Championship (Ladies): Best wishes to the Kerry Ladies, especially our 5 Na Gaeil players, when they take on Donegal next Sunday in Ballybofey in Round 1 of the Senior Championship.
Return of underage training 2024: Our juveniles are back in training for the 2024 season. Contact details for the various age groups are as follows: U5’s – Denis Sugrue (087) 2808719. U7’s – Shane Moriarty (086) 8380434. U9s – Bryan O’Mahony 087 9585331. New members are always welcome and can contact the relevant team coach above.
Club Summer Camp: Our annual Campa Samhraidh Peile will be held this year from Aug 5th to 9th for children aged between 5 and 13. The camp will run from 10am until 2pm each day. The cost will be €45 for 1 child, €80 for 2 children from the same family while 3 or more children from the same family will cost €105.
U5s: Our under 5s were out in big numbers yesterday morning working on our catching, bouncing and kicking. Progress is being made and fun being had.
U7s: Our U7’s group welcomed Listowel Emmets to the club yesterday morning for Go-Games. The kids really enjoyed themselves and were all keen to display their football skills. Thanks to all the players, coaches and parents. Training continues on Thursday evening.
U9 Boys: Our u9s will play Ardfert tomorrow (Tue) night at 6.30pm in Killeen.
U11 Boys: Well done to our under 11 boys who trained hard yesterday morning in Killeen. Plenty of running and passing kept the boys on their toes as they look forward to their league games over the coming weeks.
U13 Boys: Congratulations to our U13A team who defeated Austin Stacks last night in the Division 1 Co. League semi-final by 2-11 to 0-15. They will play Milltown/Castlemaine in the final.
Girls Training: Na Gaeil Ladies juveniles (u8/u10/u12) are back training for the new season. New members are always welcome. For more information contact Eddie on 087-6791460.
U14 Girls: Our girls are away to Moyvane on Thursday night at 7pm.
Big Screen: All football championship games will be shown live on the big screen in the bar throughout the season.
Sponsorship Opportunity: If you have a business and would like to promote it with Na Gaeil we have various sponsorship packages available to suit all budgets. Enquiries to Donal (087-2577729) or Terry (086-8293261) or Colm (087-9080465) or Mike (086-2440158) or any member of the club Executive.
Club History: During the year Michael Golden spent many hours putting together a list of notable club results & other information about the club since its foundation in 1978. This can now be found on our website (www.nagaeil.ie). Click on “Club News” then “Weekly notes” and select ”Old results by Michael Golden”.
Hire the Hall: The hall in the clubhouse is available for parties or other events. Please email nagaeilclubhouse@gmail.com if you’d like to make a booking.
Na Gaeil cycle club: Cycle each Saturday at 9.30am and Wednesdays at 6.30pm from Na Gaeil club. Everyone is welcome to come for a nice friendly cycle.
Cards: The weekly 45 card game is held every Wednesday night starting at 9pm. Everyone is welcome.
Notes: If you’d like anything included in the club’s weekly notes please send it to me at
pro.nagaeil.kerry@gaa.ie before 9am on Monday and I’ll do my best to include it.
.Gary Scollard (centre) first man home from Ultra Route in the Dingle Way Challenge.
Dingle Way Challenge
Last Sunday saw St. Pats GAA host their Dingle Way Challenge with the aim to raise funds for the development projects the club is undertaking to enhance our facilities for our players, members, and the greater community in general, and it was a resounding success!
The weather on the morning was sunny as participants for the Ultra route gathered at the clubhouse as early as 4.15am for registration and briefing on safety from the organising committee.
The walk itself was 42km long for the very fit ultra-participants, it took in parts such as from the crashing waves of the Atlantic at Slea Head, taking in the view of the magnificent Blasket islands, to walking on the golden sands of Ventry beach and on into the picturesque town of Dingle to finish in Annascaul home of famous Antarctic Explorer Tom Crean.
Our Standard route participants had a 31km long walk which began in Ventry Beach and continued on the same route.
Participants were treated to breakfast in Muris Dan’s in Dingle and lunch at Lispole GAA Grounds. This year’s walk had beautiful scenery from the Atlantic, Blasket Islands, Ventry Beach and of course the beautiful town of Dingle Town.
Our participants preserved and were met by members of the organising committee with a DWC medal, water, and lots of refreshments. The first Ultra Man to arrive at the finishing line was Gary Scollard and First Woman in the Ultra was Eilín Loibhéad.
After all the walking was done, all were invited to sit down under our marquee for a BBQ, Beer or wine for the ladies or men and a chance to interact with other walkers and members of the community.
Overall, the event was successful to date with nearly 200 participants ensuring that all the hard work put by the committee and club in general paid off. The club would like to use this opportunity to thank our main sponsors, Poff Motors, 3D Personnel, Divane’s Volkswagen Kerry and all the other businesses who contributed to this event by providing services, food, drinks and donating generously.
We encourage all our club members to support these businesses in any way they can. Many thanks to Derryquay ICA for helping with the catering, our club members and members of the general public who supported the event by participating and contributing in some small ways to the smooth running of this event.
Thank you to those who provided medical care throughout the route on the day of the walk. Well, done to the organising committee for the meticulous planning in ensuring everything ran like clockwork and to anyone who gave their time in the led up to the event.
Finally, a huge thanks goes to all the walkers who participated and ensured that it was a success. It wouldn’t have happened without your participation, and we appreciate it.
Club Lotto
Our club lotto will take place on Monday 3rd of June due to our Dingle Way Challenge taking place on Sunday.
Juvenile Academy
Our Juvenile Academy took a break due to our Dingle Way Challenge.
St Brendan’s Board
St Brendan’s board played against Glenflesk in the Quarter Finals of the U21 Football County Championship they won on scoreline of 2-18 to 1-07. They are now into the semi-finals against Laune Rangers on Wednesday 26th of June in a neutral venue.
Senior
The first half of this match may have been low scoring, but it kept the crowd on the edge of their seats as it was a point for point game throughout this half. Scores coming from Gary Savage, Eoin Greaney and Paudie Bailey.
Assistance for these scores was provided by Brian Murphy, Jack Moriarty, Dylan Griffin, and Luke Mulligan. St Pats 0-04 Laune Rangers B 0-04
Laune Rangers opened their scoring with a point within a few minutes of the second half, Eoin Greaney got a point with Laune Rangers adding a goal a point before it was our time to score two points.
Three points from Laune Rangers edge them forward, three St Pats points came from Eoin Greaney, Patrick Dowling, and Luke Mulligan. Another goal for Laune Rangers kept them in the lead, three more scores from St Pats players, Conor Enright, Eoin Greaney and David Moriarty.
Two more points from Laune Rangers finished their scoring and St Pats final scores came from Eoin Greaney and Patrick Dowling.
Subs Used: Mike Doody for Tommy Lynch, Conor Enright for Niall McCarthy, Conor Burke for Darragh Moriarty, Liam Poff for Gary Savage and Adrian Greaney for David Moriarty.
Our seniors next game will take place on Sunday 9th of June against Dr. Crokes B in Round 6 of the Division 5 Cup at 2pm in Blennerville, please keep an eye on O’Shea’s Gala, Old Clubhouse window and Skelper Quanes for changes to this fixture.
Best of Luck
To all Leaving and Junior Certificate Students who will begin their State Examinations on Wednesday 5th of June.
Congratulations
To Kerry who defeated Meath in the All-Ireland Senior Championship during the weekend.
To Tralee Dynamo Players also our Juvenile girls Emma and Mary Kate who joint player of the year and Rosa who got best goal scorer at Tralee dynamos recent awards night. Everyone got a medal for their participation throughout the year last week.
To Evie and Oliver who got medals at the community games competition recently.
Sympathy
The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Ann Thompson Spa Road, Tim (Timmy) Flahive Ballybunion, Theresa Barrett née Fiddles Caherslee, Mary Tuohy née Foley Lixnaw and formerly Kerin’s Park, Sean Og Sheehy Tralee, and Emanuel Mario Ianko Tralee.
Senior Men – Our Division 2 team played at home to Na Gaeil on Saturday evening. The game resulted in a draw on a scoreline of 1 goal and 7 points to Mitchels and 10 points to Na Gaeil. We play Fossa in round 10 away next Sunday. Our Division 6 team play Kilcummin at home next Friday at 7.30pm.
Senior Ladies – Training continues on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday.
Green Heat and Bathrooms Presentation of Tops
Minor Team – Training continues on Monday and Thursdays. A special word of thanks to Mike Cronin and the team at Green Heat and Bathrooms for their generous sponsorship of training tops for our Minor team. Their support is much appreciated.
Academy – We took a break from training this Sunday due to the Bank Holiday. Looking forward to getting back to training next weekend.
Under 14 Girls – Training and fixture details will be issued by the manager to the team. We played Rathmore last Wednesday. Well done to Rathmore who won on the night.
Under 12 Girls – Training continues on Wednesday. Details to be issued by WhatsApp.
Under 13 Boys v St. Michaels Foilmore
Under 13 Boys – There was a fantastic display of football on Saturday morning in Ballyseedy as our u13s Team Green made the County Final defeating a tough St. Michael Folimore outfit.
Slightly against the wind in the first half we worked some lovely scores, short kick passing and playing through the hands helped us go in at half time up by four; however our opponents never gave up and put some serious pressure on us to try and reduce the deficit.
Our goalie Tom Óg and his full back line had to be on their toes but they defended bravely, blocking and harassing their men consistently forcing some brilliant turnover ball to set us on the attack again.
Our forwards ran hard to receive the ball and linked up well with our runners from midfield and half back giving us the platform to shoot at every attack. SMF tried very hard and were unlucky with some shots but it was always going to be difficult with a breeze against them.
Well done to all the boys and mentors with a final scoreline of Mitchels 3-10 St Michaels Foilmore 0-7
Under 15 Boys – Training continues on Mondays and Wednesdays. Details to be issued by WhatsApp. We had a great workshop at the club on Thursday evening facilitated by Martin Stackpoole and Conor Bohane which was attended by our U15 & U17 boys teams.
The @movember programme enables athletes learn how to build resilience and overcome challenges in sport and life. The programme is effective because it uses sport to help participants acquire important skills and knowledge. Well done to all involved and to Thomas Kearns for organizing.
Under 16 Girls and Minors – Our Under 16 girls are in a plate final v Annauscal/Castlegregory with the date for the game to be confirmed. Our Minor Girls have finished their competition for the year and we would encourage all of our minor players to join our senior ladies training sessions on Tuesday, Friday and Sundays.
Exams – Best of luck to all of our players doing their Junior and Leaving Certificate exams from all at the club.
Bingo – Continues Wednesday and Friday at 8.30PM at the John Joe Sheehy Road. Over 18s only. ID must be provided on request.
Lotto – John Mitchels GAA Club Lotto Results: Sunday 2nd June 2024.
This week’s Lotto numbers are 1, 5, 17 & 23. The numbers today were drawn by Clubforce. There was no winner of the Jackpot of €3,450.00. Congratulations to our three lucky dip winners this week:
€25.00: Rory O’Mahony
€25.00: Anthony McElligott
€25.00: Liz O’Donnell
Next week’s Jackpot is €3,500.00 and the draw will take place on Facebook Live on Sunday 9th June 2024 at 11am. Ticket sales close at 9am sharp. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3LlAIYu. We thank you for all your support.
Sympathies
The John Mitchels club were saddened to hear of the death of former Mitchels great, Sean Óg Sheehy.
We pass our deepest sympathies on to his children Oghie, Ronan, Mark, Clare, his brothers Niall and Brian and sister Kathleen, his extended family and friends. Sean Óg was a member of the famous Sheehy family and had a very distinguished football and hurling career winning many titles with both club and County.
Sean Óg was an integral part of the John Mitchels football team, winning 5 County Championship medals in a row from 1959 to 1963.
He won a sixth title in 1966. He also won a Cork County Championship medal with UCC in 1960. In 1962 he had the honour of captaining the Kerry team to victory against Roscommon in the All Ireland Football Final.
Sean Óg played at right half back in the final alongside his brothers Paudie (R.I.P) and Niall. He also captained Kerry team to victory in the 1963 home league final against Galway. He retired from the county team in 1963 at the tender age of 24.
Sean Óg continued to follow the exploits of the John Mitchels club throughout the years and was always on hand to offer advice to the club members and club officers. Rest in Peace Sean Óg, may the sod rest gently on your soul.
We also express our sincere sympathies to those who have recently experienced bereavement. We especially remember the families of Ann Thompson, Mary Tuohy, Maria Ianko and Theresa Barrett.
CONSUMERS and businesses are being urged to use a brown bin, recycle their food waste and reduce their carbon footprint, as National Food Waste Recycling Week is launched.
Now in its third year, National Food Waste Recycling Week runs from June 2nd until June 9th 2024.
This awareness campaign from MyWaste.ie, aims to provide practical advice and encourage more consumers and businesses to recycle food waste correctly in their home or workplace. It comes as new research of over 1,000 adults found that over two thirds (67%) of all householders in Ireland currently use a brown bin.
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The research, conducted by iReach on behalf of MyWaste.ie, also revealed, of those who do use a brown bin, helping climate change is the top motivation, with 35% saying this is why they use a food waste bin.
However, there are still some people who put food waste in the general waste bin, meaning this food waste will never be recycled.
A recent study from the Environmental Protection Agency found that in commercial general waste bins, 30% of the contents are food waste, while in household general waste bins, 17% of the content is food waste.
“We’ve made great progress in Ireland with over two thirds of people now using a brown bin, but as we see from the research, there is still a high proportion of food waste that could be recycled going into our general waste bins,” said Pauline McDonogh Resource Efficiency Officer at MyWaste.ie.
The introduction of new legislation in January this year for households and in July last year for businesses means everyone, everywhere in Ireland with a kerbside waste collection service is now entitled to a brown bin service. We’d urge everyone – consumers and businesses – if you don’t use a brown bin, please start, and make a positive change for our environment,” she added.
In Ireland it’s estimated we waste about 750,000 tonnes of food each year. Food waste that ends up in landfill is a significant contributor to climate change.
It’s estimated that food waste generates about 8% to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Preventing food waste and reducing food waste has both environmental and financial benefits.
The brown bin service accepts all types of food including raw and cooked meat and fish, plate scrapings, along with fruit and vegetable peelings.
Other items that can go into the brown bin include food-soiled paper napkins, paper towels, greasy pizza boxes as well as grass clippings and light garden waste.
Go to www.MyWaste.ie for more details on where your food waste ends up, and how this benefits the environment.
Guidance Counsellor Billy Ryle has some last minute advice for 2024 State Exams candidates…
The waiting is almost over for about 136,300 Leaving Cert and Junior Cycle students as the exams get under way next Wednesday, 5th June.
Exam entries are up by 1,500, or 1%, on last year’s figure. 62,700 have applied for the Leaving Cert Established (LC) exam or the Leaving Cert Applied (LCA) exam and 73,600 for the Junior Cycle exam. Minister Norma Foley has confirmed that overall results in this year’s Leaving Cert will be no lower than last year’s results.
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This will once again be achieved by allowing the State Examinations Commission (SEC) to apply a post-marking adjustment, which will increase candidates’ marks. The Minister also confirmed that the gradual return to normal Leaving Certificate outcomes will begin in 2025.
There will also be a generous supply of CAO, Tertiary Degrees, Further Education Courses, Apprenticeships, Traineeships and Employment places available for school leavers in a strong economy. So, it’s all good news for candidates lining up for the Leaving Cert exam.
The Leaving Certificate exams, the Junior Cycle exams and the Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) exams will run until Tuesday, 25th June, Monday, 17th June and Thursday, 13th June, respectively.
Spend an hour or two on Tuesday skimming over your notes for Wednesday’s exams and leave it at that.
Some relaxed leisure will be more beneficial than spending the day cramming material that you may not recall anyway. You need a clear and alert mind going into the exams on Wednesday morning and for the duration of the exam period.
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On the evening before each exam subject spend an hour or so looking over your notes so that the important concepts and ideas are fresh in your mind.
Heavy study sessions on the night prior to any paper are not a good idea as you will be exhausted the following morning. Instead, relax and get a good night’s rest.
Put all thoughts of the following day’s exam out of your mind. If you find it difficult to sleep, try a little non-academic reading for a short while.
Check your equipment and assemble your exam materials – black or blue biros, pencils, ruler, eraser, drawing instruments, calculator and so on.
Have at least two biros in case one doesn’t work properly. It’s also time to organise your personal needs such as a watch and tissues.
A few nerves are normal on the first day so be prepared to deal with it. A relaxation exercise or maybe a shower to freshen up will do the trick. Eat a nutritious breakfast as you’ll need the extra reserves of energy. Finally, go through your equipment checklist before leaving home.
On Wednesday morning arrive at the exam centre at least a half hour before the exam begins. For all subsequent exams be present about fifteen minutes before the appointed time.
Spend the few minutes before entering the exam centre on your own in peace and quiet. At all costs, avoid groups that are involved in last minute revision.
If you need to, go to the toilet before you enter the exam centre. Be in your seat a few moments before the exam begins. Synchronise your watch with the clock on the wall and use your watch or the clock to help you pace your work.
Check your seat and desk for firmness and stability. A shaky desk or a wobbly chair will torment you and distract you during the exam. When the answer book is distributed, fill in the required details and read the directions.
When you receive your question paper read the instructions carefully in case there is any change of format.
Don’t be put off by your first glance at the paper. It’s new and it will look unfamiliar at first. Once the exam begins, keep to your prepared answering plan and address the questions that are asked.
If you finish a paper before the time is up, do not leave the exam centre. Recheck your work and extra information may come to you. Attempt an extra question only when you have thoroughly answered the required number of questions.
Once an exam is over, spend as little time as possible on a post-mortem. Focus on the next paper and stay in exam mode until you finish your final subject. Remember the Leaving Cert is a marathon rather than a sprint.
When the entire exam is over, forget about it and enjoy your summer. There is no advantage in dwelling on what might have been. Be happy and satisfied that you have done your best.
Leaving Cert results will be available on Friday, 23rd August and the CAO Round One college offers will quickly follow on Wednesday, 28th August.
The State Examinations Commission (SEC) is holding a second set of exams from the 27th June to the 13th July for candidates who are unable to sit one or more papers in the main sitting in June on grounds of a close family bereavement – funeral preparation and attendance or serious medical conditions – accident, injury or illness.
So, it’s looking very promising for exam candidates. You’ve done the hard work so go in there and reap the rewards. Good luck to all candidates starting exams next week.
CHECKLIST
• Concentrate on subjects being examined in the first week
• Complete major revision by Sunday night
• In a relaxed study session on Monday concentrate on tips and predictions
• On Tuesday just skim over your revision notes for an hour or two
• Have a clear and alert mind going into each exam
• Arrange the equipment and materials you will need for the exams
• Organise your personal needs such as a watch and tissues
• Spend the few minutes before entering the exam centre in peace and quiet
• Be in your seat a few minutes before the start of each exam
• Check that your seat and desk are firm and steady
• Read the instructions carefully
• Know what to expect but be prepared for the unexpected
• Use all the time available to you
• Once an exam is over, avoid protracted post-mortems
• The exams are a marathon rather than a sprint
• Eat well during the exams when you’ll need lots of energy
• Be sun smart during the exam period
• Keep fluid levels high to avoid dehydration
• Take regular aerobic exercise during the exam period
• Exam timetables are available on www.examinations.ie
• Leaving Cert results will be published on Friday, 23rd August
• CAO Round One offers will be available on Wednesday, 28th August
Good luck to everybody doing exams.
• Billy Ryle is a Career Guidance Counsellor and educational commentator
JOURNALIST Édaein O’Connell and radio & TV presenter Jamie Ó Flannúra have created a new audio series which sees the duo traverse the county to bring listeners the voices and stories of ten young individuals who have chosen to remain in the county and make it their home.
The series, titled ‘The Magic of Ríocht’, offers a bilingual exploration into why these young people are staying in Ireland amidst a backdrop of increasing emigration through the medium of Irish and English.
According to the Central Statistics Office Population and Migration Estimates released in August of last year, approximately 27,600 Irish people left the country in the year leading up to April 2022.
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The Magic of An Ríocht delves into the hearts and minds of these young residents of Kerry, exploring their motivations, passions, and aspirations.
Through ten 15-minute episodes, Édaein and Jamie bring to life the experiences of young people from Listowel, Killarney, Dingle, and beyond.
Each episode highlights the ways in which these young people are contributing to their localities, maintaining their cultural roots, and envisioning a future that is intertwined with the prosperity and vibrancy of their beloved county.
Jamie Ó Flannúra said: “It was fantastic to meet and hear the amazing stories of so many young people who have made Kerry their forever home. I loved listening and seeing first-hand how they have immersed themselves into the county through the community events they are involved with. For me it has been brilliant to also see how they are also involved in promoting the Irish language and culture too within their locality too.”
“There’s a lot of negative press about being a young person and deciding to stay in Ireland right now,” co-host Édaein O’ Connell says.
“A week doesn’t go by without someone I know booking a one-way flight to Australia or Canada. It can feel like that narrative is the same for everyone in their twenties and early thirties, but this series shows that’s not entirely true. Kerry is a vibrant and bustling county that is not only keeping its natives here but is also now the adopted home of many. It’s been a joy to witness just how much love there is for communities here.”
This project was funded by Coimisiun na Meáin and the 10 episodes were originally aired on Radio Kerry throughout April and May.
They will now be released as a 10-part audio series through June and July on Spotify, allowing an even wider audience to engage with these inspiring stories.
You can tune in to The Magic of An Ríocht now on Spotify to be inspired by the youthful voices of Kerry and to discover what keeps their feet firmly planted on home soil.
David Moriarty reports on Kerry FC’s win yesterday evening at Mounthawk Park…
KERRY FC 2-1 TREATY UNITED
Kerry FC finished up the Bank Holiday weekend with a game against Treaty United at home in Mounthawk Park.
The last time the two faced each other in Tralee it was for the Munster Senior Cup Semi-Final win that sealed Kerry FC’s place in the final on the twenty-first of June in Turners Cross. Goals from Sean McGrath, Daniel Okwute and Ronan Teahan on the night were enough for Kerry FC to get over the line.
Treaty United did win their last visit to Tralee in the league by just one goal by Yousef Mahdy on the hour mark. Ryan Kelliher unfortunately missed a last kick penalty to grab a point, but Treaty came away with all three.
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Since then, they have gone from the top of the league table to eight as they have only won one in their previous seventeen games.
Their win came just last week at home to Longford Town and hoped that the spin down to the Kingdom could start a much-needed run of form for them.
Kerry FC First Team Head Coach Conor McCarthy made only one change from the side which lost to Cobh last Friday night with Ronan Teahan coming in for Daire McCarthy.
The game started with Kerry FC on the front foot with Daniel Okwute’s effort from outside the area going over the crossbar just by a few centimetres after just four minutes.
Kennedy Amechi was struggling from early on as he was limping in the minutes that followed the early chance and was looking to go off prematurely. That however did not stop him from getting the home side in the lead after just eight minutes on the clock.
It was great intricate passing down the right wing that was followed up by a lovely flick into the box by Ryan Kelliher to the feet of Amechi who made no mistakes in slotting the ball into the bottom corner before being replaced by Daire McCarthy shortly thereafter.
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Treaty nearly equalised with ten minutes to play in the half as a huge goal line scramble was eventually dealt with by Antonio Tuta. There were shouts for a foul on the Croatian during the play but thankfully he got down well to claim the loose ball in the end.
Kerry had another couple of chances to extend their lead before the break. Ethan Kos got on the end of a Sean O’Connell free kick, but his header was caught well by Corey Chambers.
Ryan Kelliher then hit the post a few minutes later as he got on the end of a low cross into the area from Kevin Williams. Kelliher met the ball at the near post and hit the post before going across the goal line and then being dealt with by the Treaty defenders.
Agonisingly close to the second goal that would have been a great time to score and double the lead on the stroke of half time.
Kerry FC were by far the better team of the half but many times we have thought that and chances went begging to cost the team the points in the long term.
With the side leading at the break people hoped they would come back out in the second half with the same intensity as they left the first half with.
Kerry did just that as they made it 2-0 nine minutes after the break. Valerii Dolia and Ronan Teahan linked up on the left wing before Teahan crossed the ball into the area only for Evan O’Connor to turn the ball into his own net.
Unfortunate for the Treaty defender but it is a slice of luck that the Kerry FC team and fans were delighted with to double their lead.
Kerry had another couple of chances in quick succession eight minutes after the goal with Valerii Dolia shooting from distance. His shot bounced just in front of Chambers to make it harder for the keeper, but he managed to push it away and out for a corner.
Nathan Gleeson then had a shot from a tight angle after shrugging off his marker but again Chambers was on hand to keep out the danger.
Enda Curran came on and was in on the action straight away as he forced Antonio Tuta into a brilliant save with his foot. The ball looked like it could creep into the bottom left corner, but Tuta was there again to make a fantastic save
With fifteen minutes to play Treaty had a route back into the game as they won a penalty when Ronan Teahan tripped Lee Devitt.
Enda Curran stepped up and slotted the spot kick away calmly despite the best efforts from the Kerry FC supporters behind the goal. With that much time left at the end of the game, it was the perfect opportunity for Treaty to get something for their travels.
Their hopes swiftly faded away as Curran was given a straight red card for an off-the-ball incident with Ethan Kos as the American was left holding his face on the deck.
A silly red card for the Treaty United main man who made the task for his side much harder with his absence for the closing stage
The game went on from there and the seven minutes of added time came and went with Kerry FC holding on to win and claim back-to-back home league wins for the first time in their short history.
With 3 points in the bag, the kingdom now head for Belfield to take on the students of UCD AFC on Friday night next.
KERRY FC TEAM: 1. ANTONIO TUTA, 15. KEVIN WILLIAMS, 6. ETHAN KOS, 5. ANDY SPAIN (C), 3. SEAN O’CONNELL, 8. RONAN TEAHAN, 7. SEAN MCGRATH, 12. KENNEDY AMECHI (GOAL ‘8), 10. VALERII DOLIA, 9. RYAN KELLIHER, 11. DANIEL OKWUTE.
SUBS: AARON O’SULLIVAN, SAMUEL ALADESANUSI, GRAHAM O’REILLY, NATHAN GLEESON, TOGOR SILONG, VICTOR UDEZE, DAIRE MCCARTHY, CIAN BROSNAN, EVISON RRAMANI.
TREATY UNITED TEAM: 1. COREY CHAMBERS, 5. LEE DEVITT, 7. WILLIAM ARMSHAW, 8. COLIN CONROY, 11. STEPHEN CRISTOPHER, 17. SCOTT KIRKLAND, 20. EVAN O’CONNOR (OWN GOAL ‘53), 25. MARK WALSH (C), 27. ROBBIE LYNCH, 28. LEON KIRRANE, 29. MARK BYRNE
SUBS: MICHAEL DIKE, NIKODEM KOZLOWSKI, ADAM O’HALLORAN, ENDA CURRAN (GOAL PEN ‘73) (RED CARD ‘88), CONOR CAREW, RICHKOV BOEVI, MARK MURPHY, SEAN COSTELLOE.
OVER €1 million in funding has been grantedfor outdoor recreation projects in Kerry, including €200,000 to further extend the Ballyseedy Wood Amenity Trail.
The investment, under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS), is to enhance forest walks, cycleways, rivers, lakes and beaches across the county.
It will also provide a boost to the local economy by attracting more visitors to rural communities.
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The funding also includes €445,140 for construction of a 1.5km extension to the Kilderry Wood Walk in Milltown in mid-Kerry, creating a looped countryside amenity walk of 3.1km.
€200,000 has been granted to repair and upgrade the Jarvey Lane, the 1 km pedestrian/cyclist surface which runs between Killarney town and the main entrance of Killarney National Park.
€198,000 has been made available for recreational support facilities at three Blue Flag beaches — Ballinskelligs, Banna and Rossbeigh. This includes cycle stands, seating and picnic areas, drinking fountains, shower areas and lifeguard facilities.
Welcoming the news, Minister for Education Norma Foley said that the facilities and amenities that the Government are providing funding for under this scheme are making a real difference in communities right across Kerry.
“Today’s announcement will hugely benefit the health and well-being of people of all ages and is so important in terms of attracting visitors to our towns and villages. These amenities are here for us all to enjoy,” Minister Foley said.
.Joan O’Connor, Siobhan Kennedy, Mary Woulfe and Mary Kelliher at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE sun shone and the crowds came out on Sunday for the first Ladies Day of the season at the Island.
As we told you earlier, Mary Woulfe was the winner of Best Dressed Lady, but she had some serious competition as the fine weather was conducive to ladies turning out in style for the occasion as you can see below.
There’s more racing on Monday to finish off three days of fashion, fun and great racing at the racecourse. Scroll down for photos…
Tasha O’Connor with Kali, Jordana and Zanna Lambadarios at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Ladies at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanCharlotte Quinn, Elaine O’Connor, Noreen O’Donnell and Joanne Brassil at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Emma Godley, Karen Corridan and Marian McCarthy at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanNoreen O’Carroll and Maura Sheehy at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Tara Wheatcroft and Linda Barry at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEmma Browne and Lucy Browne at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Kathleen Kelliher, Marie McCarthy, Eilish Lyons and Sheila O’Connell at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanDamien O’Carroll, Sinead Flynn, Kelly Fetherston and Niall Flynn at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Elaine Breen, Eileen Ahern and Norma O’Donoghue at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEmer O’Neill and Timmy Kelly at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Aislinn Chute, Michelle O’Connor, Cora Galvin, Maria O’Neill and Chloe Galvin at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanTara Enright, Lauren Duffy and Ava Fitzgerald at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Eugene Quinn with Aoibha Joy and Kerry Rose Emer Dineen at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanKerry Rose Emer Dineen with Maisie and Anna Lanigan at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Niamh Lordan with her daughter and Elaine Kinsella at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMaria Lynch (celebrating her 40th birthday) and Sandra Lynch at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Aoife O’Brien, Paul Mahony, Kevin Mahony and Claire Normoyle at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMary Woulfe, Anne Marie O’Connor, Jean Leahy, Kathleen Flaherty and Cathy Troth at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Miriam O’Grady and Maeve Tierney at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSiobhan Kennedy, Joan O’Connor and Mary Woulfe at Listowel Races on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean..
.Mary Woulfe, winner of Best Dressed Lady at Listowel Races Ladies Day 2024. Photo: John Kelliher
MARY Woulfe, Athea, County Limerick was declared the Best Dressed Lady at the Listowel Races Ladies Day on Sunday.
Judged by top TV and radio presenter Elaine Kinsella, Mary was presented with a cheque for €500 by David Fitzmaurice, Chairman of Listowel Race Company; a hamper from McGuires Pharmacy; designer earrings from Inish Designs and beauty products by Wow and Luna By Lisa.
The two first runners-up were Emma Browne from Kenmare and Anne Leneghan, Kanturk, who both won €250 and a fabulous goodie bag from McGuires Pharmacy, Listowel.
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Large crowds enjoyed the beautiful summer weather and festive atmosphere that continues to ensure Listowel Races is the place to be over the June Bank Holiday Weekend. For more information follow #listowelraces on social media for exclusive updates.
The winner Mary Woulfe was sustainably dressed wearing a gorgeous green Joanna Hope full A-line style dress she purchased online from ‘RaceWear and Guestwear secondhand clothing store on Facebook.
Winners – Overall winner of Listowel Races Ladies Day, Mary Woulfe (left) with two runners up Emma Browne (centre) and Anne Leneghan. Photo: John Kelliher
She beautifully accessorised her look with a headpiece from Siobhan Boyce Millinery and Dune heels.
Joint first runner-ups Emma Browne was pretty in pink in a headpiece by Neidin Hats Kenmare and a beautiful embossed suit by French Connection accessorised with her grandmothers brooch and sequinned pumps.
Anne Leneghan was wearing a headpiece from Aisling Maher and a matching two piece suit in a summer soft pink with renaissance floral garden print. All 10 finalists received generous gift bags sponsored by McGuires Pharmacy Listowel, Inish Designs, Wow and Luna by Lisa.
Winner alright! From left Aoibhe Joy, Listowel Community Rose, Anne Leneghan (runner up); David Fitzmaurice, Chairman, Listowel Race Company, Mary Woulfe, Winner Ladies Day; Elaine Kinsella, Judge, Emma Browne, (runner up) and Kerry Rose Emer Dineen. Photo: John Kelliher
The Listowel Races Summer Meeting is the first of two meetings at the scenic Listowel Race Course, with the second 7-day Harvest Racing Festival meeting from Sunday 22nd to Saturday 28th of September 2024.
For more information visit www.listowelraces.ie or call (068) 21144 and follow #listowelraces on social media for exclusive updates.
KERRY College’s Content Development for Film and Television course, which launched in September 2023, has garnered high praise in Dáil Éireann last week during a joint committee on tourism, culture, arts, sport and media.
Brendan Griffin, TD, commended the course for its national importance and its role in setting a new standard for regional education.
“I want to mention Kerry College and the Content Development for Film and Television course that started there in 2023. It is of national importance, which is why I am mentioning it here today.”
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“It really sets a standard in terms of the type of education that we need to be rolling out regionally and the types of courses that we need to make available in all pockets of the country. It is my understanding that there are 14 graduate students from across the country participating in the course that is available in Kerry College in Tralee,” said Griffin.
Griffin also highlighted the dedicated team behind the course, including Mr. Owen O’Donnell, Mr. Con O’Sullivan, Mr. John Herlihy, and Gerard Barrett, a director, writer, and producer heavily involved in the course.
He expressed interest in hearing if this type of course could be replicated nationwide, recognising the contributions of Mr. Maurice Sweeney, Chairman of the Screen Directors Guild of Ireland, who teaches on the course in Tralee.
“Some really significant players are involved in the course, and it is one that should set a template for others around the country. It is building on over 30 years of work by Kerry College in the areas of film and television,” Griffin added.
The meeting heard from officials and representatives from Screen Producers Ireland, Animation Ireland, Ardmore and Troy Studios, Telegael, and Ardán. Leading industry figures echoed Griffin’s sentiments on the day, emphasising the course’s impact on the Irish film and television industry.
The course is designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in content development and screenwriting across film and television.
Kerry College is pleased to announce that the Content Development for Film and Television course will run again in September 2024.
Applications are now open. Prospective students can visit the Kerry College website or CDFTV.com for more information on how to apply.
The course is limited to 14 places. Application and studio tours are open now. Please contact Kerry College for further information.
THE summer holiday are here for most secondary school students so there’s a lot of free time to fill! Well here’s something to keep them occupied in a healthy way over the coming months.
The Kerry Sports Academy will be running a Teen Gym Programme commencing in June and will run until the end of August. The programme runs on Monday to Thursday 11am -1pm.
The programme caters for 14 to 16-year-olds. The gym is closed to the public during the delivery of this programme and is fully supervised by KSA staff.
Teens are taken through a comprehensive induction process and will be provided with a gym programmme under the guidance of KSA staff.
As part of the programme the teens receive gym membership and can attend sessions during specific teen gym times (Monday – Thursday 11am-1pm).
To sign up a parent or guardian must accompany the teen to the reception desk and complete a gym membership form along with providing proof of age. Please note we only accept payment by card. Teens can sign up for 1, 2 or 3 months.
€30 – 1 month
€60 – 2 months
€90 – 3 months
Lastly there is a limited special offer of €99 for 99 days gym membership package. This applies to those over 16 years + and provides access to the gym during normal opening hours.
Ivan Hurley previews this Bank Holiday Monday’s match between Kerry FC and Treaty United at Mounthawk Park…
AS the halfway mark of the season arrives in Mounthawk Park, it’s part two of a June Bank Holiday weekend special as the kingdom return to Tralee tomorrow evening for a second Munster Derby in four days.
Treaty United the visitors to Kerry with an earlier kick-off time of 5pm, just in time for Dolly Parton to clock off and get through the turnstiles in Mounthawk.
Kerry come into the game off a narrow 1-0 defeat to Cobh Ramblers in the sunny seaside time on Friday evening. With the weather tipping 19 degrees at kick-off, excitement was at fever pitch as Kerry looked to go for back-to-back wins in the league for the first time.
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After a positive opening quarter from Cobh, took the lead on the twenty-minute mark. A single goal separated the sides from there on out, despite Daniel Okwute’s effort crashing off the crossbar and a serious penalty shout being waved away deep into stoppage time.
So we return to a similar turn of phase at this juncture of the season. The performance is there, chances are being created but the ball can’t find the net in the final third. Small losing margins are currently separating Kerry from being a few places higher on the SSE Airtricity First Division Table.
Treaty meanwhile come into the game in 8th, one spot above Kerry in the league table. But don’t let that cover up the recent run of good form from the Limerick outfit.
Draws against Munster rivals Cobh Ramblers and Cork City have been backed up by a narrow home win on Friday night against basement side Longford Town.
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A scoreless draw the last time the sides met in Markets Field, a game where Kerry might feel they could have gotten a 3-point outcome on Matchday 10.
While the last time the sides met in Mounthawk Park, Treaty ran out 1-0 winners and were let off the hook by a missed penalty from Ryan Kelliher deep into stoppage time.
Four Kerry FC players have appeared in every game so far this season. Our Croatian shot-stopper Antonio Tuta along with loanee Daire McCarthy, along with Kevin Williams and Sean O’Connell, the latter who reached his 50th appearance for the club against Cobh on Friday
First Team Head Coach Conor McCarthy reported no fresh injury concerns following Friday night’s defeat in Cobh.
Jack Kavanagh has returned to training in the last week so may be in contention for a place as we have 3 games in 7 days. Daire McCarthy left the action after 60 minutes, understandable given his game time so far in 2024.
Togor Silong has also returned from an injury earlier in the season to make the first-team squad last Friday night.
“We need to get the boys in now, dust ourselves down and assess things,” said Conor McCarthy. “This league doesn’t stop, Treaty at home and away to UCD on Friday so a busy few weeks. Injury front, all ok, we assess now on Sunday but everyone is looking ok after tonight (Friday).”
.Paul O’Sullivan, left, Dermot Murphy, Martin Dewhurst and Noel McGlynn, at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. The Bike Village located on the grounds of The Gleneagle Hotel. Bikers from around the world has descended on Killarney. Bikers from around the world descended on Killarney for the June Bankholiday. Ireland BikeFest Killarney is supported by Harley-Davidson® UK & Ireland, The Gleneagle Hotel and Fáilte Ireland. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan/FREE PIC***/Issued -2/06/2024
IRELAND BikeFest kicked off on Friday at the grounds of the Gleneagle Hotel and saw bikers in their thousands from around the world visit the region for a fantastic weekend.
The Bike Village includes retail stands and traders, merchandise, the Harley-Davidson Experiential Zone, food stalls and lots of family fun.
Grab a drink and kick back at the popular Harley® Bar, or simply sit and listen to the incredible line-up of live bands on three stages over the course of the weekend. New to the 2024 programme is the Biker Lounge – a chill-out sanctuary for bikers to connect and unwind with live music, bike talks and more.
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This year’s music programme features the biggest and best line-up yet taking in three stages – the Main Stage INEC, the Outdoor Stage in the Bike Village and The Harley® Bar. Tonight sees Bon Jovi and AC/DC tribute acts take to the stage
One of the biggest attractions, the Custom Bike Show and awards ceremony is set to take place today. Categories include Best in Show, Best Harley-Davidson®, Best Non Harley-Davidson®, Best Adventure, Best Stock Custom, Best Chop/Radical, Best Classic, Best Paint Bright Work, Best Three Wheel/Trike, Best Special, Best LOH, Best Rat and Best Streetfighter.
The ultimate spectacle is the Sunday morning parade where hundreds of all-brand motorcycles rumble through the streets of Killarney before returning to the Bike Village for an afternoon of live entertainment and more festivities. Scroll down for photos…
Karen O’Sullivan, left, Sinead Sugrue and Ciara Ní Shúilleabháin, at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan.A special night for Mary Fuller, (2nd left) who retired from teaching post at Killarney Community College, with her colleagues, Marie O’Donoghue, Edwina Duggan, Laura McLarnon, Maire Spillane, Denise Fitzgerald, Dympha Healy, at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’SullivaFiona Crowley, left, Aine O’Donoghue, Breda Ní Shúilleabháin, Ciara Ní Shúilleabháin and Sinead O’Sullivan, at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival..The Muckross neighbourhood, at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’SullivanCatherine Fleming, Colm Ó’Súilleabháin, and John Fleming, at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan.Hair Raising…Families enjoying the boat ride at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’SullivanRoisin O’Connor at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan.Bikers paradise, Miah O’Shea, at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’SullivanBikers Paradise… Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan.Virgis Kraptavicious, left and Biker fanatic Liam, at Ireland BikeFest – the country’s largest, free open motorcycle festival. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan.
.Alex Hoffman, Marie Scott, Siún Scott, Evan Scott, Donnacha Scott and Grace Creedon at the bakesale fundraiser for Tralee Parnells Féile teams at Caherslee on Friday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
EXCITEMENT is building ahead of the Féile competitions this year when Tralee Parnells will create yet another bit of history, just 12 years after its reformation.
This year both the U15 hurling and camogie teams have qualified to go to the National Féile na nGael competition which is being held this year in Wexford on June 22.
In 2022 the boys won the All-Ireland Division 3 title at Féile while last year the Camogie team won the Division 5 title, both amazing achievements for the young club.
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Of course success comes at a price and the club has arranged a number of fundraisers since the teams qualified, to allay the costs for travel and accommodation.
After a successful table quiz at the Brogue Inn recently, a bakesale and put fada competition was held on Friday evening before training which was well supported with
This will require a huge club effort to fund both groups of players on their féile adventure. If any business owners are interested in sponsoring the teams to help alleviate the cost, please contact any member of the respective management teams.
The club has also setup a Go Fund Me page at https://gofund.me/ce16f9a9. so if you want to help towards their success, all contributions are welcome. Scroll down for photos…
Catherine Fitzmaurice, Sandra Leahy and Sinead Curtin at the bakesale fundraiser for Tralee Parnells Féile teams at Caherslee on Friday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean.The spread at the bakesale fundraiser for Tralee Parnells Féile teams at Caherslee on Friday evening. Photo by Dermot CreanMembers of the U15 Féile Camogie team, in front; Adriana Araiza, Kayla Reidy and Jessica Leen. At back; Eimear Dillane, Georgia Kennedy, Aobhín O’Sullivan and Sinead Spring. Photo by Dermot Crean.Members of the U15 Féile team, in front; Fionn Clancy, Jack Lynch and Sean Maunsell. At back; Conor Lynch, Daniel Spring, Sean Sargent, Jayden Sugrue and Jakob Drzymala. Photo by Dermot CreanMembers of the U15 Féile team Luke Hanafin, Dylan Sheridan, Danny Brick, David Cullinane and Darragh Field. Photo by Dermot Crean.
A report on last night’s game between Kerry FC and Cobh Ramblers…
COBH RAMBLERS 1-0 KERRY FC
Kerry FC started their Bank Holiday weekend with a short trip to St. Colman’s Park to play Cobh Ramblers.
Kerry FC came into the game in very high spirits as their win last week at home to Finn Harps ended their six-game losing streak.
Cobh sat just two places above Kerry going into the game and with their last win coming on the sixth of May away to UCD it looked like Kerry were playing the Ramblers at the right time.
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It was an unchanged eleven for Kerry FC from that win last Friday which seemed right as you should not change a winning formula.
Talking to the media before the game, First Team Coach James Sugrue said it was great to get the win, but back-to-back wins was needed for the side to get more momentum as we were coming to the halfway point in the season.
Kerry FC started the game superbly with chances from Sean McGrath and Ryan Kelliher coming in the opening three minutes.
First, Kelliher’s deflected shot was saved easily by Darragh’s Burke. Then Sean McGrath went even closer when his effort from outside the area was on target but again collected well by the Cobh keeper.
In the eleventh minute, Antonio Tuta saved a close-range chance from Matthew McKevitt. The Cobh attacker got into a dangerous position, but the Croatian did well to sniff out the danger.
It was the first warning sign from the home side before they took the lead just eight minutes later. Cobh were awarded a soft free kick that was taken quickly and caught Kerry by surprise. McKevitt was in on goal and slotted his chance past Tuta into the bottom corner.
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Kerry finished the half strongly with Daniel Okwute hitting the crossbar from close range before Ryan Kelliher’s shot outside the box was caught by Burke.
Kerry were good in the first half but it felt like the goal took the wind out of their sails slightly. They needed to up the tempo in the second half if they were to get anything from the game.
Kennedy Amechi came close to an equaliser thirteen minutes after the restart with great trickery opening the shot up for himself.
Burke was on hand again to keep the danger at bay. Cobh nearly doubled their lead but a goal-line clearance from Sean O’Connell kept the Cobh lead to just one goal.
James O’Leary came close on a couple of occasions to double the host’s lead. The first was saved well by Tuta with the second going wide of the keepers left-hand post.
Kerry had a big call for a penalty in the closing minutes as Daniel Okwute was being held and dragged to the ground. Nothing came of the appeals and the game ended soon thereafter.
A disappointing defeat for Kerry as they look to bounce back on Monday when they face eight-placed Treaty United in Mounthawk Park to close out the Bank Holiday weekend.
COBH RAMBLERS TEAM: 1. DARRAGH BURKE, 5. BRENDAN FRAHILL, 6. DEAN LARKIN, 9. MATTHEW MCKEVITT (GOAL ’19), 10. JACK LARKIN, 11. JAMES O’LEARY, 12. NOLAN EVERS, 16. DAVID BOSNJAK, 20. CHARLIE O’BRIEN, 28. DALE HOLLAND, 39. JASON ABBOTT (C).
SUBS: CATHAL O’HANLON, JUSTIN EGUAIBOR, LIAM KERVICK, DAN MCKAY, ALESSANDRO DESANCTIS, DAVID EGUAIBOR, TIERNAN O’BRIEN, LUKA LE BERVET, EVAN DEASY.
KERRY FC TEAM: 1. ANTONIO TUTA, 15. KEVIN WILLIAMS, 6. ETHAN KOS, 5. ANDY SPAIN (C), 3. SEAN O’CONNELL, 21. DAIRE MCCARTHY, 7. SEAN MCGRATH, 12. KENNEDY AMECHI, 10. VALERII DOLIA, 9. RYAN KELLIHER, 11. DANIEL OKWUTE.
SUBS: AARON O’SULLIVAN, SAMUEL ALADESANUSI, GRAHAM O’REILLY, NATHAN GLEESON, TOGOR SILONG, VICTOR UDEZE, RONAN TEAHAN, CIAN BROSNAN
Know Your Rights has been compiled by Kerry Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public…
The Consumer Rights Act 2022 introduced new rights when you buy services. However, they only apply if you bought a service on or after 29 November 2022. You have different rights if you bought on or before 28 November 2022.
What is a service?
Consumer law covers many contracts for services. Examples of services covered include entertainment, accommodation, transport, building works and maintenance contracts. Personal services (for example, wedding photography), pet care services, storage facilities and legal or other professional services are also covered.
If you have a contract for a service, consumer law sets out the minimum standards that apply and the remedies if the service falls short of these standards.
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What should you know before you buy a service?
You have a legal right to certain information before you buy a service, including:
• The trader’s business name, address and phone number
• Details about the service (if not already clear)
• Total price, or how it will be calculated
• Length of the contract (if applicable)
• Any extra charges, for example, delivery charges
• Your right to cancel (where it applies)
The information must be clear, easy to understand and given to you before you buy. You have additional rights to information if you buy online or from your doorstep.
Traders must not make claims that would distort your buying decisions. A seller who makes a false or misleading claim about a service is committing an offence and can be prosecuted.
What you can expect from the service
If you have a contract for a service, consumer law sets out the minimum standards that apply to the service. Services must be in conformity with the contract you made. In conformity means the service is as you expect it would be, according to the contract you made with the trader.
Services must work as the trader said they would. They must match any advertisement and any verbal or written information you got. In addition, they must meet the terms of the contract, where the service is supplied with goods or digital elements.
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The trader is obliged to:
• Provide the service in line with the contract
• Have the required skills to carry out the service
• Supply the service with reasonable care and attention
• Only use materials that are fit for purpose and match any descriptions you got
• Charge you a reasonable price, where the price is not agreed beforehand (for example, it was based on an estimate or quote)
• Comply with all applicable laws
If a trader tells you they will provide a higher standard of care and skill than can be reasonably expected, or if they are subject to a standard set by a professional body or a code of practice, they will be held to that higher standard.
What are the options if you are not happy with the service?
If things go wrong with the service, it is always the trader who should put things right.
Under consumer law, the trader must resolve any issue, so the service meets what was agreed in the contract. The seller must correct the issue for free, within a reasonable time and without significant inconvenience to you. A reasonable time means the shortest possible time to fix the issue.
If it is not possible or too expensive for the supplier to resolve the issue, you have the right to either a price reduction or refund. If the issue is minor, you can only ask for a price reduction.
If your complaint cannot be resolved by the supplier of the service, you can make a formal complaint to the relevant trade or professional body. However, many suppliers are not members of any trade or professional body.
If you have used the service provider’s complaints procedure and the problem is still not resolved, you can use the small claims procedure (for claims less than €2,000) or take a civil case (for claims over €2,000).
Where can you get more information on what to do if you have problems with a service.
If you have a dispute with an Irish-based service supplier, you can contact the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) for advice and support. Their telephone number is (01) 402 5555 and (01) 402 5500. The CCPC can take enforcement action against a trader who fails to comply with consumer law. There is also very useful information on their website: www.ccpc.ie
• If you need further information about any of the issues raised here or you have other questions, you can drop-in to your local Citizens Information Service in Tralee, Killarney or Caherciveen – opening hours are listed on our website www.citizensinformation.ie
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Our movie guy, James Finnegan, on some of the films on TV today to keep you entertained…
It’s always interesting to see a Bank Holiday selection, and to be fair, there are some fine films on offer today.
Ryan’s Daughter(Saturday 2.15pm RTE1) has a particular Kerry resonance and setting.
David Lean’s Oscar winning drama stars Sarah Miles as Rosy, a woman married to a much older schoolmaster, Charles Shaughnessy (Robert Mitchum) in an isolated village on the Dingle Peninsula during the First World War.
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Her marriage is thrown into disarray by her controversial affair with a British Army Officer, Major Doryan (Christopher Jones), a decorated war hero but suffering from leg wounds and shell shock.
When the locals uncover their romance, Rosy is falsely accused of informing on local Republican activities which has serious consequences for many.
Also starring John Mills, Trevor Howard, Leo McKern, with a screenplay by Robert Bolt and a score by Maurice Jarre, this was received harshly by the critics but won two Academy Awards for Mills and Freddie Young’s cinematography.
Set in a world populated by human and cartoon animals Tom and Jerry(Saturday 6.35pm RTE1) a chaotic battle ensues along traditional lines when Jerry Mouse takes refuge in the swanky Royal Gate Hotel which is about to host a high profile wedding.
Kayla (Chloe Grace Moretz) is the young inexperienced wedding planner of the hotel, hires Tom Cat to get rid of Jerry. Tom also clashes with Butch, a typical brutish American Bulldog.
This brings back happy memories of childhood series keeps the classic slapstick, while thankfully avoiding the modern retreat to toilet humour, in this attempted re-launch.
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Not quite as good as the original cartoons, which probably could not be made now due to modern sensitivities.
The Remains Of The Day (Saturday 9.25pm TG4) is a sumptuous period drama acting class of how to portray repressed love and roads not taken. It is perhaps best described as a more formal and serious Downton Abbey.
Directed by James Ivory, it stars Anthony Hopkins as James Stevens, a butler working for a 1930’s aristocratic household who dedicates himself to serving his aristocratic master and Nazi sympathiser.
Duty comes before everything, even repressing his love for housekeeper, Sally Kenton, played by Emma Thompson, who also happens to be in love with him.
Also starring James Fox, Christopher Reeve, Peter Vaughan, Lena Headey and Hugh Grant among others, this was heavily nominated for awards and in a different year would have won far more. It is therefore highly recommended
In Just Mercy(Saturday 9.30 RTE1) real life Civil Rights Defence Attorney Bryan Stevenson (Michael B Jordan) represents poor people, notably African Americans, on Death Row who have not been properly represented, or wrongly condemned, in the Southern United States.
One of his first cases is that of Walter McMillan (Jamie Foxx), sentenced to death in 1987 for the murder of an eighteen year old woman, despite evidence that proves his innocence. Enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend!
GARDAI in Tralee are investigating an alleged assault incident on Sunday morning.
CONSUMERS and businesses are being urged to use a brown bin, recycle their food waste and reduce their carbon footprint, as National Food Waste Recycling Week is launched.
Guidance Counsellor Billy Ryle has some last minute advice for 2024 State Exams candidates…
David Moriarty reports on Kerry FC’s win yesterday evening at Mounthawk Park…
OVER €1 million in funding has been grantedfor outdoor recreation projects in Kerry, including €200,000 to further extend the Ballyseedy Wood Amenity Trail.
KERRY College’s Content Development for Film and Television course, which launched in September 2023, has garnered high praise in Dáil Éireann last week during a joint committee on tourism, culture, arts, sport and media.
Our movie guy, James Finnegan, on some of the films on TV today to keep you entertained…
When the locals uncover their romance, Rosy is falsely accused of informing on local Republican activities which has serious consequences for many.
Kayla (Chloe Grace Moretz) is the young inexperienced wedding planner of the hotel, hires Tom Cat to get rid of Jerry. Tom also clashes with Butch, a typical brutish American Bulldog.
In Just Mercy (Saturday 9.30 RTE1) real life Civil Rights Defence Attorney Bryan Stevenson (Michael B Jordan) represents poor people, notably African Americans, on Death Row who have not been properly represented, or wrongly condemned, in the Southern United States.