Sun To Shine On Féile na mBláth This Weekend

June 19, 2014 Dermot Crean

rsz_john_griffin_1 — John Griffin, Tourirm officer with Kerry County Council looking forward to the Feile na mBlath this weekend. Photo by Ryan Higgins

WITH the glorious weather we’re having, it’s set up to be a fantastic weekend in town for Féile na mBláth which kicks off on Friday morning.

Young, old – and those of us in between – are all catered for in the annual festival which runs until Sunday.

And what an array of attractions it boasts!

Showcasing over 50 events during the weekend, the action kick off on Friday morning where the kiddies are being taken care of with a Teddy Bears Picnic, puppet show, ‘Music Kids’ and Red Cross Juniors.

The official opening takes place at 11.3oam followed by a primary schools’ entertainment show, craft demonstrations and the Seniors Tea Party in the Grand Hotel at 2.30pm featuring music by the Alfie Curtin Band and Ger O’Donoghue.

Later that night, at 7.30pm, there will be a Voices of Kerry Concert from the Kerry Choral Union.

There are too many events to mention on the Saturday, but some of the highlights include a flower presentation competition, dog show, football blitz, Circus Fanzini, gardening workshops, Red Cross Aid Concert and summer BBQ. And that’s just in the Town Park. There are other family events taking place in the Square.

Sunday sees an open air Mass in the Town Park, a poetry reading, a nature walk and, the highlight, the Pipe Band Gathering and Munster Championships in the Square.

Check out their Facebook page by clicking here for a full line-up of events.

Business/Property, News

Bord Says No To Construction Of Large Estate At Caherwisheen

June 19, 2014 Dermot Crean

PLANS for a large new estate at Caherwisheeen have been shot down by An Bord Pleanala.

The planning body has refused permission for the major housing development proposed by O’Flynn Construction Company Limited to construct 98 residential units and a crèche at Caherwisheen and Skehanagh.

The planning permission was previously refused by Kerry County Council but was appealed by the company to An Bord Pleanala.

The proposed plans involved the construction of 98 residential sites and units, along with a crèche, and associated development works, including roads, footpaths, landscaping, and drainage.

Among the reasons given by the planning appeals board was that the site was prone to flooding, had just one vehicular entrance and currently has no zoning for residential development.

News

Rock Street’s Looking Good After Summer Clean

June 19, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

BUSINESSES on Rock Street combined forces with Tralee Tidy Towns for a clean-up this morning, the first in the Tidy Towns new street by street initiative.

“It has been a very good response, almost every business on the street has sent someone out this morning. We had about 35 people in total” said Gretta O’Rourke of Tralee Tidy Towns.

“We’re trying to encourage civic duty and get people out on the streets to do a clean up and have a bit of craic,” she added.

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rsz_tralee_tidy_rock_street — Some members of Tralee Tidy Towns and representatives of Rock Street businesses who took part in a clean up of the street.

Since the financial crash, the street has seen a number of vacant premises spring up, however there was good news last month with the announcement The Brogue Inn will be re-opening its doors once again.

“The street was getting worse, but with The Brogue opening again it should give it a good shot in the arm. It was always looking well down there and it was good for Rock Street,” said Richie Houlihan of An Shebeen Bar.

The biggest task, the Tidy Towns say, is to change the mindset of some of the people who live in the town.

“It’s kind of an inherent carelessness with some people’s attitude towards litter. Take chewing gum for instance. It is very difficult to tidy up, but would be no problem at all for the person who drops it, to put it in a wrapper and wait to put it in a bin,” said Gretta.

Some smokers are also a litter problem says Richie.

“It’s very hard with the cigarette butts. We try to make people go out the back to the smoking area, but they sometimes come out to the front. The butts get under the stones on the path which makes it difficult to pick them up,” said Richie Hoolahan

Liam Cleary of Kelliher’s Hardware thought the street by street clean-up is a good idea.

“It’s a nice idea as it keeps the town tidy and clean. With the smoking ban, the cigarettes would be the main problem on the street, we sweep outside the front every morning so it doesn’t get too bad,” said Liam.

“I think it’s a brilliant idea,” said Stass Goreansky of the Salt Room in Milk Market Lane.

“The council can’t do everything, if we can all do a little bit it will make our town cleaner and people would be happier,” said Stass.

The businesses who took part in the clean up were, Ray’s Loaded Lunches, Radleys IT, Halotherapy, Rock St Post Office, Garvey’s Supervalu, Marie’s Hair Studio, Batt Coffey Shoes, Lormar Gift Shop, Kellihers Hardware, Incensed, An Sheebeen, Dan Devane Video, and Ikon.

Business/Property, News

Tralee Area Residential Properties Fetch Nearly €2m In May

June 19, 2014 Dermot Crean

THERE were 14 residential properties sold in the Tralee area during the month of May, with a combined value of just under €2m.

The houses sold ranged in price from €43,000 to €300,000 according to the Property Price Register.

Five houses were sold for under €100,000. They were 64 Rahoonane (€43,000), 113 St Brendan’s Park (€64,500), 19 Rockpark Avenue (€68,000), 27 Knockmoyle (€80,000) and Glenview, 1 St Stephen’s Terrace (€90,000).

Seven houses fetched prices in the €100,000-200,000 bracket. They were 8 Ardroe, Ballyroe (€110,000), 6 Carrig Liath, Killerisk (€118,000), 19 Carrigeendaniel, Caherslee (€125,000), Kilquane, Ballymacelligott (€140,000), Upper Tonevane (€140,000) and 10 Quarryvale, Mounthawk (€180,000), 7 Haig’s Terrace, Killerisk (€200,000).

Two houses sold for €300,000 and over. They were Ocean Drive, Annagh (€300,000) and 16 Beenoskee, Ballyard (€305,000). The total value of the 14 properties was €1,963,500.

The total value of Kerry residential sales in May was almost €8.3m, up by €2m on the April figure.

For the full list of Kerry residential properties sold in May click here.

News

Video: The Journey Begins For Home To Rome Cyclists

June 19, 2014 Dermot Crean

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AN epic journey began on Wednesday that will see cyclists bring Donal Walsh’s anti-suicide message all the way to the Rome on July 5.

A large crowd gathered at St John’s Church to see Tom Foley, Tralee, Maurice Brosnan from Scartaglin and Tony Galwey, Currow, off on the first step of the ‘Home To Rome’ journey to Castleisland, where they left the scroll in Pieta House overnight.

In a short ceremony inside the church, Tom Foley received the scroll containing Donal’s message, from Fr Sean Hanafin. A lone piper then led out those present and Daniel Cournane, whom Donal coached at Tralee Rugby Club, did the Haka to send the cyclists on their way.

The large crowd then followed the cyclists, accompanied on the bike by Donal’s father Fionnbar, to Donal’s final resting place in Rath Cemetery. There was a minute’s silence and the release of 16 red balloons to signify each year of Donal’s life before his family handed over the scroll to the cyclists who will carry it to Rome.

Then began their 2,060km journey to the Eternal City.

I asked Tom Foley, originally from the Mitchels area, if he was ready for the long road ahead.

“Yes. I’m as ready as I can be I suppose. The cycling is a bit new to me, I’ve done about eight marathons since last October and now I’ve jumped on the bike for something new,” he said.

Tom Foley, Caroline McConnell with Donal Walsh's parents Elma and Fionnbar Walsh before the handing over of Donal's message in a scroll at St John's Church on Wedneday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean — Tom Foley, Caroline McConnell with Donal Walsh’s parents Elma and Fionnbar Walsh before the handing over of Donal’s message in a scroll at St John’s Church on Wedneday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean

“I’m doing a full charity year for the Kerry Hospice and a I saw a notice for this event so I’m always looking for a challenge,” he added. Tom and the cyclists will also be joined by Caroline McConnell from Tralee who is a medic on the trip.

In between there will be stop offs in Cashel, Kilkenny, Carlow and Rosslare (where they take the ferry to Cherbourg). Along the journey to Rosslare, the trio will be joined by 22 other cyclists before taking the ferry .

They’ll then cross France into Italy and to Pisa where the cyclists will be joined by Donal’s mother Elma on July 2. She will accompany them on the last leg to Rome.

They arrive in Rome on July 5, where we will be met by Italian cyclists who will guide them to the Vatican. There, they will be welcomed in Rome by Laura Ellard a native of Carlow along with other Irish living in Rome. Elma will then deliver the scroll to the Vatican, thus completing this epic journey.

In the video below, we see a lone piper leading Tom Foley out of St John’s, Daniel Cournane doing the haka and Tom Foley being joined by Fionnbar Walsh on the journey out of St John’s Church grounds.

Entertainment

Jay Fitz: Songs In The Key Of Life

June 19, 2014 Gavin O'Connor 1 Comment

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Jay Fitz is an electronic music DJ in Tralee, and plays with the Eclectoballs collective in town and further afield, here’s the music that shaped his musical upbringing…

Prodigy – Everybody in the Place

Since the age of 12 I have been into electronic music in many different forms. My first musical love was The Prodigy, their first album “Experience” was an album I listened to over and over and even though it’s pretty dated now, I still listen to it. My favourite track from it was “Everybody in the place”.

Leftfield – Sound of Life

Practically everything I listened to back then was dance music by artist and producers such as Leftfield who produced the brilliant “Leftism” album which still sound’s good today.

The Fourth Dimension – Loverman

One of my biggest influences for around that time was the Killarney group The Fourth Dimension who were probably the first people I was aware of making dance music at the time in Ireland.

The fact that they were brothers from Kerry meant a big deal to me and I got to see them on a good few different occasions including the during the festival at the Dome. This is them playing around the same time at Feile 95 in Cork.

Moodymann – Shades of Jae

A bit later when I became old enough to go out, the two clubs had a big influence on me were Sir Henry’s in Cork which since closed its doors, but is still a place I think of a lot.

The other club was Horans. At the time DJ Paudi Cronin ran a night called Fresh and Funky where he played loads of stuff I had never heard. He was responsible for introducing me to music like Daft Punk, Moodymann, Ltj Bukem, Carl Craig and countless others.

The Smiths – There Is a Light That Never Goes Out

As I got older my influences widened considerably and started listening to way more rock, soul, funk e.t.c. Artists ranging from The Beatles, The Cure, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan and The Smiths.

The Four Tops – It’s the Same Old Song

I really enjoyed loads of music from Detroit especially Motown, people like Marvin Gaye, The Temptations and The Four Tops.

Burial – Archangel (Hyperdub 2007)

I still listen to and buy loads of new music, but if I was forced to chose just one album to listen to it would be Burial’s “Untrue”.

The album was up for the Mercury Music prize a few years ago and no-one knew anything about him. No picture even existed of him and he turned down loads of money to do concerts and DJ gigs. To this day even though he is now known he refuses to do any gigs and prefers just to make music.

Beauty&Fashion, Lifestyle

Orlagh Winters: Kerry Wins Big In The Style Stakes

June 19, 2014 Dermot Crean

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ON Saturday night in the INEC in Killarney there was an array of stunning dresses that would not be out of place in Cannes or Hollywood. The style was simply bewitching and magical.

The reason for this fashionable ball was the annual AIMS (Amateur Irish Musical Societies) Awards. Kerry was very well represented and local couple Oliver and Geraldine Hurley performed a historical double act by winning Best Director for Oliver for Jesus Christ Superstar for Killarney and Geraldine for Whistle down the Wind for Tralee.

In my opinion their beautiful daughter Niamh won the fashion stakes hands down in a divine white beaded backless dress that she told me she had for her Debs ball.

Not surprisingly, there were a lot of black dresses as it is always a safe bet and worn with the statement neckpiece that I have written about before, a black dress will always be the picture of elegance.

Sequins and sparkles were out in force and that was just on the guys. One chap brought it to a new level with a jacket, waistcoat and bowtie made from black sequins.

Hannons of Castleisland were, as always, well represented including by myself. I have never failed to get a beautiful dress there for a black tie event.

Our own local GP, Dr Karen Soffe, wore a very individual take on a white tuxedo and looked exquisite. As well as appearing on stage, Karen is in charge of costumes for Tralee Musical Society and has an obvious eye for style.

As with every blacktie affair, there were a few mishaps in the fashion department, nearly all of these were bad undewear crimes. Black bras under white dresses and white bras under black dresses or the dreaded VPL.

These people clearly didn’t read last week’s column. With the fine weather last weekend, there were a few dodgy tan lines and a few red faces, although there were a lot more red faces at the end of the night from over exertion on the dancefloor.

rsz_tim_landers_x — Tim Landers was a popular winner at the AIMS awards in Killarney on Saturday night.

Our local guys looked very dapper in their suits and special mention has to go to Tim Landers who not only looked great but walked away with the gong for best comedian.

I have never seen a room of over 1,000 people erupt the way it did when Tim was announced as the winner. A very popular choice with societies from all over the country.

Overall Kerry were the big winners on the night both officially with the awards and most defintely for the style stakes.

Until next time folks,
Stay stylish!

Orlagh xx

News

Lower Rock Street Clean-Up Planned For This Thursday Morning

June 18, 2014 Dermot Crean

TRALEE Tidy Towns committee have announced details of their new business clean street campaign.

A different business street in the centre of Tralee will be targeted each Thursday morning starting this Thursday, June 19, when we will see businesses from Lower Rock Street, provide a staff member to come out between 10.30am – 11am to clean outside their business.

This will entail removing any weeds, built up of dust and debris, perhaps tackling the pavement directly outside their businesses removing some gum, cigarette butts, scrubbing stains etc.

Tralee Tidy Towns will supply high-vis jackets, gloves, some tools, litter bags and moral support. The idea is to complement the volunteer litter picking efforts on Thursday evenings by Tralee Tidy Towns.

“It needs a concerted effort on everyone’s part to achieve a nice clean town,” say Tralee Tidy Towns. “Please feel free if you have a business, as many have already done, to weed and clean your steps, wash down your entrance, look down at your basements, power hose down algae, see if you can smarten up your paint work, polish your windows etc.”

“You can do a lot in 30 minutes; you can do so much more if it is done regularly. Tralee Tidy Towns is a volunteer not for profit organisation. Volunteers do work with our organisation not because they have to but because they want to live in a nice town which they can be proud of,” ready the statement from Tralee Tidy Towns.

News, Sport

A Special Welcome Home For Our Olympians

June 18, 2014 Dermot Crean

By Danielle Courtney

TRALEE’S very own Special Olympics club, Tralee Together, returned from the Ireland Special Olympics Games 2014 on a high this Monday.

For the first time ever the club had five athletes competing in the four day event, which took place in the University of Limerick.

All five returned with medals. Hugh O’Brien won bronze in the 50 metres, while Liam Purcell took bronze in the Soft Ball competition.

Christopher Courtney won silver in the Shot Putt and Eoin O’Sullivan got silver in his Soft Ball division.

Maurice Moriarty returned with two medals – gold in his Shot Putt event and silver in the 100 metres.

The successful club celebrated with a garda escorted procession through the town, the athletes at the helm in open-topped cars.

The procession finished in Cumann Iosef, their training grounds, where the rest of the club were waiting to celebrate. Massive congratulations to all of the club and their dedicated coaches.

The Tralee Special Olympians parade through town on Monday evening. Photo by Danielle Courtney

News

Butchers’ Bonanza As Tralee Goes Barbecue Bonkers

June 18, 2014 Dermot Crean

Mike Lynch and Gavin Wadding at Wadding's Butchers, Manor, on Tuesday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean — Mike Lynch and Gavin Wadding at Wadding’s Butchers, Manor, on Wednesday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean

WHILE the fine weather might not be good for some businesses in the town centre, as everyone heads to the beach, butchers are doing a roaring trade.

We visited some of them to ask how sales have gone since the heatwave started and for any barbecue tips.

“It’s very busy in the barbecue section alright,” said Mike Lynch of Waddings Butchers over in Manor.

“Burgers, chicken, sausages…anything you can put on a barbecue people will buy in the past week. It’s going really well so we’ll make hay while the sun shines,” he said.

Any tips for a good barbecue?

“Always put the burgers on first because the little bit of fat drops down and gives you your flame and that’ll give extra flavour to the rest of your meats,” said Mike.

Over in Seamus O’Sullivan’s Butchers in Manor West the story was similar.

“Barbecue sales are definitely flying. People make the most of the fine weather we have because it’s so unpredictable,” said Seamus.

“We’re well stocked up to give people what they want, from burgers to marinated chicken and kebabs. I suppose the value items like the burgers and sausages are the best sellers,” said Seamus.

Seamus O'Sullivan at his butcher shop in Manor West on Tuesday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean — Seamus O’Sullivan at his butcher shop in Manor West on Wednesday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean

So what’s the key to a good barbecue sausage?

“Timing is everything. Make sure the barbecue is well heated and on 10-15 minutes before you put anything on to it.

“But really it’s a matter of giving them a prod with the fork, keep an eye on them and keep turning them to make sure they’re evenly cooked,” said Seamus.

Maguire’s Butchers in Caherslee are also benefitting from the fine weather.

“It’s going very good. Since the middle of last week things have been excellent,” said Enda Gee at the shop.

“People are coming into the shop in better form too. They’re smiling and it’s a pleasure to serve them. There’s a great range of barbecue meats now so you’re not restricted to just the burger and sausage anymore, but they’re still the biggest sellers,” said Enda.

And the master tip?

Donnacha Galvin in front of some of the barbecue meats at Terry's Butchers, Oakpark. Photo by Dermot Crean — Donnacha Galvin in front of some of the barbecue meats at Terry’s Butchers, Oakpark. Photo by Dermot Crean

“If I was in a rush I’d put the meat in a hot oven for 15 minutes before throwing it on the barbecue. You’re not worried then that you’ll undercook it,” said Enda.

Over in Oakpark, Terry’s Butchers were also

“It’s crazy, the barbecue stuff is flying out the door, we’re only trying to keep up with the demand,” said Donnacha Galvin. “The lamb kebabs especially are big sellers, we can’t keep up with them,” he said.

So with the weather set to continue like this until the end of the week, Donnacha and Co. can expect to be kept on their toes.

Enda Gee and Daniel Casey of Maguire's Butchers, Caherslee with some of the barbecue meats on Tuesday. Photo by Dermot Crean — Enda Gee and Daniel Casey of Maguire’s Butchers, Caherslee with some of the barbecue meats on Wednesday. Photo by Dermot Crean

News

Life’s A Beach, And Then You Fry: Scenes From Banna And Fenit Yesterday

June 18, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

Laura Kelliher, standing outside the mobile shop which her family have run on Banna Beach for over 40 years. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — Laura Kelliher, standing outside the shop which her family have run on Banna Beach for over 40 years. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

YESTERDAY saw the temperatures hit the mid-twenties for the first time this summer, so where else would you go but to hit the beach!

We’re spoiled by the beaches we have in the Tralee area so we headed to Banna and Fenit to talk to people on what’s so special about their chosen beach.

“I prefer to go to Banna, because the beach is bigger and there is a better atmosphere here, Fenit is just a pier really!” said Claire McCarthy on Banna Beach.

Claire Fitzmaurice who was on the beach with her three young children at Fenit had other ideas on which was the better beach.

“It’s a small area that has better facilities, for babies to three year olds. It’s much easier to bring them here, there’s also a cafe which is very handy, Fenit is always my first choice,” she said.

“Sunday, Monday and Tuesday have been very good, it’s all got to do with weather obviously,” said Laura Kelliher who runs the mobile shop in Banna’s carpark.

A shop has been run on the site by the same family for over 40 years. For Laura, who’s father and grandfather worked there in years previous, this will be her 22nd summer working at the shop.

“Once the sun comes out, the beach is the place to go,” Laura said.

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Having a great time excavating on Fenit beach was Siun Mulhall Crowley. Photo by Gavin O'Connor — Having a great time excavating on Fenit beach was Siun Mulhall-Crowley. Photo by Gavin O’Connor

Having fun on Fenit beach were, front row: Fay Fitzmaurice, Isla Fitzmaurice, Daniel Fitzmaurice, Back row: Clare Fitzmaurice and Laura Anlcaena. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — Having fun on Fenit beach were, from left front row: Fay Fitzmaurice, Isla Fitzmaurice, Daniel Fitzmaurice. At back; Claire Fitzmaurice and Laura Anlcaena. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

Taking in the sun on Banna Beach were, from left: Sarah Sheehan, Abbey Egen and Niamh O'Connor. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — Taking in the sun on Banna Beach were, from left: Sarah Sheehan, Abbey Egan and Niamh O’Connor. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

Out on sunny Banna Strand were, from left: Tina Holland and Calum McMahon. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — Out on sunny Banna Strand were, from left: Tina Holland and Calum McMahon. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

Taking a stroll on Banna Strand yesterday were Fidelma Crimin and Brian Marau. Photo by Gavin O'Connor — Taking a stroll on Banna Strand yesterday were Fidelma Cremin and Brian Marau. Photo by Gavin O’Connor

On the beach at Banna were, from left front row: Darlene Lacey, Kate Callaghan, Fay Cox, Sophie Carey, Back Row: Timmy Ryle, Eddie Mooney and Oscar White. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — On the beach at Banna were, from left front row: Darlene Lacey, Kate Callaghan, Fay Cox, Sophie Carey, Back Row: Timmy Ryle, Eddie Mooney and Oscar White. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

Enjoying the beautiful sunshine on Banna Beach yesterday were, from left: Carla Haniffin, Rachel Moloney, Tracy O'Keefe. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — Enjoying the beautiful sunshine on Banna Beach yesterday were, from left: Carla Hanafin, Rachel Moloney, Tracy O’Keeffe. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

On the beach at Banna were from left: Miriam Leen and Danielle McGlochlin. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — On the beach at Banna were from left: Miriam Leen and Danielle McLoughlin. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

Enjoying the sun on Banna Strand were, from left: Sarah O'Brian, Victoria Murphy, Chloe Lonergan, Kimberly Harris, Erica McGuinness, Alana O'Sullivan and Emma Connolly. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — Enjoying the sun on Banna Strand were, from left: Sarah O’Brien, Victoria Murphy, Chloe Lonergan, Kimberly Harris, Erica McGuinness, Alana O’Sullivan and Emma Connolly. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

About to hit yesterday Banna beach were, from left: Charlotte Murphy, Emma O'Carroll, Avril Fitzgerald, Michaela Chester. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — About to hit the beach yesterday at Banna were, from left: Charlotte Murphy, Emma O’Carroll, Avril Fitzgerald, Michaela Chester. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

On their way to Banna Beach were from left: Ciaran Murray, Sean Donnellan, Padraig Donnellan, Austin Clifford. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — On their way to Banna Beach were from left: Ciaran Murray, Sean Donnellan, Padraig Donnellan, Austin Clifford. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

Soaking up the sun on Banna Strand yesterday were, from left: Claire McCarthy, Neil Burke and Conor McCarthy. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — Soaking up the sun on Banna Strand yesterday were, from left: Claire McCarthy, Neil Burke and Conor McCarthy. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

Playing ball on Banna Beach were, from left: Dylan Ronan, Jesse Stafford-Lacey, Thomas Lenihan, Jack Kelliher, John Dillane. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — Playing ball on Banna Beach were, from left: Dylan Ronan, Jesse Stafford-Lacey, Thomas Lenihan, Jack Kelliher, John Dillane. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

Taking a stroll down Fenit peer yesterday were Donagh Hourahan and Mary Francis Raleigh. By Gavin O'Connor. — Taking a walk down Fenit peer yesterday were Donagh Hourihane and Mary Francis Raleigh. By Gavin O’Connor.

Casting off on Fenit pier were from left: Paidi O'Conner and Micheal Flynn. Photo by Gavin O'Connor — Casting off on Fenit pier were from left: Paidi O’Connor and Micheal Flynn. Photo by Gavin O’Connor

News

Scrap Metal Collection To Help St Brendan’s Park Club

June 18, 2014 Dermot Crean

THE Park lads are always up for a battle on the soccer pitch, but now they’re hoping people will bring the scrap to them this Saturday.

St Brendan’s Park FC is asking everybody to bring all unwanted scrap metal, batteries, electrical goods and dispose of it for free at Christy Leahy Park on Saturday between 10am and 5pm to raise much needed funds for the club.

No fridges or TVs will be accepted and for more information on what you can and can’t bring click here

With some of the collecting scrap were St Brendans Park players Ronan Ballard, Adam Sheehy, Martin Lukeo, Lorcan Ryan, Even Foley, James Charles. Photo by Gavin O'Connor. — With some of the collecting scrap were St Brendans Park players Ronan Ballard, Adam Sheehy, Martin Lukeo, Lorcan Ryan, Evan Foley, James Charles. Photo by Gavin O’Connor

Business/Property

Chris Murray: Business Tax Planning Strategies

June 18, 2014 Dermot Crean

WHERE the owners of a business are the shareholders there is considerable scope for deciding how profits should be taken out of a company.

Firstly, this involves deciding whether to take profit as a salary and/or a dividend.

There are sixteen factors one should consider when reviewing whether it is better to take a salary or a dividend:

1. Whether the taking of the dividend is a one-off event

2. Whether the taking of the dividend is part of a tax-planning scheme to substitute the bulk of salary and bonus as income

3. Whether a substantial reduction in salary will result and for how long

4. The profitability of the company now and in the future (ability to pay dividends)

5. Whether the taking of the dividend substitutes for a bonus payment to be more tax efficient

6. The corporation tax rates of the company and the tax payable before the dividends are paid – to determine the actual tax efficiency of the payment

7. Possible impact on share valuations if dividends are paid regularly

8. Impact on pension contributions

9. Impact on pension benefits and tax free lump sums

10. Impact on group life/death in services benefits, group critical illness cover, PHI for income replacement and other benefits calculated by reference to salary

11. Individual tax rates of the shareholders

12. Number of shareholders and whether they all qualify

13. Corporate financial planning implications of suggested strategy

14. Aligning corporate financial planning with individual personal financial planning needs and requirements

15. Risk assessment, compliance and safety aspects

16. Balance in remuneration planning is required throughout.

Other strategies may involve getting the timing right of certain payments and receipts.

A few do’s and don’ts:

1. Ensure that any provisions made are against specific costs, not a general estimate.

2. Ensure that any pension contributions are paid before the year end.

3. Consider whether any additional remuneration/bonuses should be voted to directors in respect of the current accounting period (these can be paid up to nine months after the year end).

4. Ensure that you value stock and work in progress taking into account any reduction arising as a result of obsolescence.

5. Plan to bring forward any capital expenditure into the current accounting period.

DON’T

1. Sell assets, such as property or shares that will give rise to a large chargeable gain until after the company’s year end.

2. Forget the effect this will have on your accounts as if you reduce your profits, the bank manager may wonder if that lending was such a good idea after all!

3. Sell assets on which capital allowances have been claimed until after the year end. In summary, here are just a few of the strategies one can adopt:

 Year end tax planning for sole traders and partnership

 Defer income/advance expenditure;

 Companies may defer sales of chargeable assets until after the year end, thereby deferring capital gains;

 You may consider advancing the sale of chargeable assets if current year capital gains annual exemptions have not been used;

 If the business is seasonal, we could consider changing your accounting date. The tax rules associated with such a change are complex and great care on the selection of an alternative accounting date is required;

 You might accelerate bonuses to staff and directors;  Make extra contributions to pension schemes;

 First year allowances are claimable on some plant and machinery.  For a small company it is normally more economical to pay a dividend than a bonus;

 Consider the timing of dividends and bonuses with regard to the personal tax position of company shareholders;

• Chris Murray is Practice Manager at Casey & Co Accountants & Auditors. Casey & Co. strive to add real value to your business by providing specialist services in the areas of business start up, restructuring, bank negotiations and succession planning. www.caseyacc.com

Health&Fitness, News

Recovery Haven All Set For Celebration Of Light

June 18, 2014 Dermot Crean

mairead_recovery_1 — Senior Administrator at Recovery Haven, Mairead O’Sullivan at the centre last month for the launch of the ‘Celebration of Light’. Photo by Dermot Crean

THERE’S just two days to go until thousands of people around the county take part in a special event in aid of Recovery Haven.

The “Celebration of Light” event takes place this Friday at 8pm at 12 locations throughout Kerry.

This has become a very important annual community event which gives an opportunity for all those whose lives have been touched by cancer to come together and share experiences and celebrate the lives of families and friends.

Dan Collins, Director and the fundraising committee from Recovery Haven anticipates a great turnout on Friday night as the event has become very popular.

“We are delighted with the response so far and we would encourage everybody to turn out on the evening,” said Dan. “It is a special atmosphere with music and people will enjoy the shared experience and the symbolic lighting of the candle. For some it will recall the loss of a loved one and for others it will offer support on their cancer journey.”

The following venues have been selected this year: Town Park Abbeyfeale, Ladies Beach Ballybunion, Banna Beach, Camp Beach, The Marina Dingle, Lockes Strand Fenit, Inch Beach, The Fishery Killorglin, Ross Castle Killarney, Meenoghane Causeway, The Pier Tarbert and Portmagee Village. Candles will be lit simultaneously, at the signal, on each venue.

Candles will be available at various outlets, at each of these venues prior to Friday.
A few words will be said on “Hope Through Light” and a symbolic stone throwing into water will take place. Music will be provided by local musicians at each location.

Manager Siobhán Mc Sweeney emphasises the importance of fundraising to support the work that is done by Recovery Haven.

“Candles will be on sale for €3 each or two for €5 from various local outlets and at Recovery Haven. The success of this will depend on local support and local volunteers and we would ask people to contact Recovery Haven on 066-7192122 or www.recoveryhavenkerry.com for further information”.

People are asked to be in place by 7.45pm. Families welcome.

Beauty&Fashion, Lifestyle

Mary O’Donnell: Stay In The Shades This Summer

June 18, 2014 Dermot Crean

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Mary O'Donnell 1 — Mary’s perfect sunglasses!

IT is that time of year when sunglasses are needed for soaking up the sun on the beach.

They protect our eyes , help prevent crows feet and look good also. When looking for the perfect one, here are some tips.

Sunglasses should not pinch or be too tight and equally should not slip down your nose. Lightweight styles are perfect and should feel light and airy.

Think where you will be wearing them most, if for sports opt for a sporty design. Wraparound sunglasses are perfect for sport as they prevent dust getting your eyes.

Go for green, brown or grey lens colours as they provide undistorted vision. Look for 100 percent UV protection to protect the delicate eye area.

I took myself of to CH Chemist to ask about the correct sunglasses for face shape as I think we all go for a look we like, maybe more than what really suits our face.

Oval: Go for rectangular frames, as they will make face appear wider.A semi-rimless pair will work best.Avoid round frames, as they will diminish your features.

Rectangular: Try a vintage style in a medium size. Too big will shrink your face, too small and it will enlarge it.

Round: Choose frames that give your face structure and definition. Avoid thick frames and circular shapes, as these will make your face look large.Opt for rectangular style with a narrow frame.

Square: Go for oval or round frames.Thicker frames will work as they will give definition to cheekbones.

Triangular: Rectangular frames will compliment a triangular face shape. A butterfly frame with a soft gradient will create a feminine shape.

Heart: Heart faced shapes already have a lot of natural definition, so your frames should bring out your jawline and cheekbones. Achieve this with oval or square frames, thick, geometric frames, or cat’s eyes.

I have a heart -shaped face and never in a million years would I go for cat eyes glasses, Claire Harty recommend this shape for me and the professional knew her stuff. They were the perfect glasses for me.

As we age, look out also for the weight of the frames and saddle bridges. Saddle bridges spread the weight of the frame across the tops and sides of nose and this prevents lasting marks.

Colour is also very important. Pale skin tones can be complemented by warm tones of purple or red. Darker skin tones opt for cooler tones. So go the opposite of your face shape and skin tone.

Don’t forget the smallies also need sunglasses to protect their little eyes. Go for durability and a style they like as they will be more likely to wear them.

Trends for 2014 are colour, strong primary hues are big this season. Blue like sea tones of aqua and azure are very popular. Purple is also very in with contrasted warm browns and chocolate. Vintage style is also bang on trend this season. I had great fun trying on many styles, my favourites were Maui Jim Makaha and Aloha shades.

So my last piece of advice is don’t be like me, find the perfect frame, the perfect colour and feel these are perfect. Then on the first day of holidays take the kids to an adventure park, go on a water ride and with the first splash, my glasses disappeared into the deep blue sea!

Facebook: Mary O’Donnell Beauty, Twitter: @maryodonnellbc Website: http://www.maryodonnellbeauty.com

GAA, Sport

Tralee To Host County Championship Double Header

June 17, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

AUSTIN Stacks and St Brendan’s will take on opposition in a double header for the Round 3 games of the Super Valu Senior Football County Championship in Austin Stack Park on July 12.

The evening matches will first see St Brendan’s take on Dingle at 6pm, then Stacks against Rathmore at 7.30pm.

The Rock’s opponents caused a mighty stir already this year in the championship when they defeated current champions Dr Crokes in the first round. Rathmore became the first time in four years to beat Crokes in the competition.

Stacks have been in good form though, going unbeaten so far in the league with many young players coming to the fore in this campaign.

Divisional outfit St Brendan’s, who draw their charges from five Tralee area sides, will face a very young and talented Dingle team who had a notable scalp this year when they dumped Stacks out of the club championship.

Brendan’s will be boosted by the return of Kerry hurlers John Egan, Darren Dineen and Danny Collins.

In the opening round games, Stacks overcame Feale Rangers while St Brendan’s lost to Laune Rangers in Killorglin.

The fixtures for round 2 and round 3 of the championship were made last night in a meeting by the CCC.

GAA CLUBS

Churchill News 17/6/2014

June 17, 2014 Dermot Crean

GAA

Churchill vs Cromane Co. League:

Churchill secured another brace of County League points on Saturday night after a hard earned win over Cromane.

In what was a very wasteful display, the home team made hard work of securing the points. Churchill made a number of changes on their team from the Firies game, some of them enforced due to exam commitments. Cromane had three points on the board before Churchill got going, with a Benny Dillon close-in free on 10 minutes.

Shane McMahon added a second on 15 minutes after good build up along the end line. The sides were level after 19 minutes when Benny Dillon scored a lovely point off his left foot, following a great length-of –the-pitch move.

Cromane edged ahead again on 22 minutes before Mark O’Connor set up Dillon for an excellent score to level the match. Churchill dominated possession in this period but kicked a number of very bad wides, whereas Cromane were very economical and seemed to be able to score with each attack.

With the half almost up, Cromane were two points ahead, but Dillon again pulled one back on the stroke of half time.
Half Time: Churchill 0-05 Cromane 0-06.

Churchill came flying out of the blocks in the second half, with a great point from play from full-back Daniel Doyle, who worked tirelessly throughout the match, after 18 seconds.

Cromane edged ahead again after 4 minutes with a good point from play from their midfielder. Then, after a goalmouth scramble and a number of blocked efforts, JJ Prior popped up to put the ball over the bar.

Churchill took the lead for the first time after 10 minutes when Dillon put over a lovely point after a great break out of defence by Doyle. Churchill then went further in front with a pointed free from Dillon and Ciaran Crowley got on the scoresheet with an excellent score from play.

Cromane brought the scores back to the minimum with a free. On 19 minutes, PJ O’Mahony, who had a great game throughout, found himself one on one with the Cromane ‘keeper, but his shot was blocked.

You feared that this was not going to be Churchill’s night. Sean O’Sullivan showed all his class to score a great point from play for Cromane and the sides were level once again.

Benny Dillon converted a free with 7 minutes left to steady the ship and he then followed it up with a point from play with a great turn and shot. With a minute of normal time left, Cromane pulled one back from a free, before Doyle again and young wing-back Donnacha McGarry got the last two points of the match.

This was far from a vintage performance and Churchill will have tougher matches this year, but when they came under a little bit of pressure, the team showed great resilience to carve out the win and stay in the Div 4 promotion race.

Full Time: Churchill 0-14 Cromane 0-10.

Team: Eoghan O’Brien, PJ O’Mahony, Daniel Doyle (0-02), Mitchell Holland, JJ Prior (0-01), Garrett Walsh, Donnacha McGarry (0-01), Mikey Brennan, Ciaran Crowley (0-01), Chris Hurley (c), Mark O’Connor, Dara O’Shea, Brian Hill, Benny Dillon (0-08, 3 frees), Shane McMahon (0-01).

The B team will play Charlie Kerins in the Spa on Friday night at 7.30pm.

Social

Fenit Lifeboat Station are to hold a social in the Tralee Sailing Club on Saturday night June 28 at 8pm.

This event is to celebrate the opening of the lifeboat station in 1994. Tickets are €15 each and can be got in McCarthys Gala Shop or by ringing 087-9614863. It is recommended you get your tickets early, as there are a limited number available.

GAA, News

Madeline Scoops Over €12,000 In Ballymac Lotto

June 17, 2014 Dermot Crean

WELL it had to be won sometime and after a century of weeks it was Madeline O’Connor who scooped the Ballymacelligott Lotto worth €12,400.

Madeline, from Clogher, who bought the ticket from Brendan Mannix at Ballydwyer Post Office, collected her cheque at O’Riada’s on Saturday night, the same venue where the winning numbers of 1, 2, 8 and 23 were drawn on June 9. The lotto was rolling over for some 100 weeks.

“I’m delighted for Madeline, who lives just down the road from me. It’s great to see someone local win it,” said Tom O’Herlihy, Chairman of Ballymacelligott GAA Club.

Tom said it’s imperative that the lotto is continued to be supported as it is the main income stream for the day to day running of the club.

“The lotto is a lifesaver as it’s very expensive running a club nowadays with maintenance, insurance etc. We’ve bought a new field as well so every bit helps now,” said Tom.

The lotto jackpot is now €2000 and can be played at ballymacgaa.com

Madeline O'Connor (centre), from Clogher, Ballymacelligott is presented with a cheque for €12,400 following her jackpot win in the Ballymac GAA Lotto by Tom Herlihy, Chairman Ballymac GAA Club. Also included in the picture are members of Madeline's family, winning ticket seller Brendan Mannix, and the Executive members of Ballymac GAA Club. — Madeline O’Connor (centre), from Clogher, Ballymacelligott is presented with a cheque for €12,400 following her jackpot win in the Ballymac GAA Lotto by Tom Herlihy, Chairman Ballymac GAA Club. Also included in the picture are members of Madeline’s family, winning ticket seller Brendan Mannix, and the Executive members of Ballymac GAA Club.

News

Tralee Chamber Alliance AGM Hears Of ‘Very Positive Year’

June 17, 2014 Dermot Crean

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kieran_ruttledge_chamber — CEO of Tralee Chamber Alliance, Kieran Ruttledge.

THE coming year will see Tralee Chamber Alliance change its focus to put more emphasis on promoting the business community in the town with a view to attracting more jobs to Tralee.

The second AGM of Tralee Chamber Alliance took place on Monday at The Grand Hotel Tralee at which the members were presented with a positive story in relation to the Alliance’s financial situation.

Tralee Chamber Alliance generated €70,400 in membership fees in 2013 as part of a total income of €122,100. The contribution from Tralee Town Council was €47,500 and a further €9,700 was generated from Certificates of Origin.

Over €84,000 was spent on marketing and promotions in a year that saw the town feature as a Top 10 Tourism Town in Ireland, retain the Tidy Towns Gold Medal, feature as a Top 10 Destination on Tripadvisor and become Ireland’s representative in the prestigious Entente Florale Competition.

Members were told that it was imperative, despite the abolition of Tralee Town Council, the town should retain a strong voice and has a vibrant organisation to represent and promote the town.

“We have had a very positive year and we are making great strides in achieving our primary objective, which is to make Tralee Ireland’s premier place to work, live and visit,” said the CEO of Tralee Chamber Alliance, Kieran Ruttledge .

“This year will see our emphasis switch to business matters while maintaining the positive progress that has been achieved in promoting Tralee as a weather-proof tourism destination. We need to address the unemployment issue in Tralee by encouraging growth in all sectors through networking, lobbying and greater membership,” he said.

Tralee Chamber Alliance has among its short to medium term aims to promote Tralee as a retail destination, a hub from where to explore the Wild Atlantic Way, integrate new board members with fresh ideas and develop a Job Creation Strategy.

In his presentation at the AGM, Kieran Ruttledge said: “Going forward we all need to be positive and talk up Tralee as the capital. We need to buy local, visit the wonderful tourist attractions that are on our doorstep while inviting family and friends to join us. Ideas should be seen through to fruition and ultimately, we should be proud of our town.”

The new board of Tralee Chamber Alliance will meet for the first time in July when the next President is elected.

Entertainment, News

Volunteers Needed To Help Out At Rose Of Tralee

June 17, 2014 Dermot Crean

VOLUNTEERS are being sought to help co-ordinate and marshal the multitude of events planned for this year’s Rose of Tralee International Festival this August.

The Rose of Tralee, Haley O’Sullivan, flew in from Texas to help recruit new personnel to join a great team of people who work tirelessly to make the Festival a success each year.

“Volunteers are certainly the life-blood of the Rose of Tralee International Festival and their involvement has grown exponentially as this vibrant annual celebration has gained momentum over the years,” said Event Controller of the Street Carnival, Bryan Carr.

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rsz_rose_volunteers_1 — Rose of Tralee Haley O’Sullivan, with members of the Rose of Tralee Festival volunteer team who are looking for new members for the Festival in August.

“It will be an opportunity to gain first-hand experience working on a large international Arts and Culture Festival that has such a rich and celebrated history,” said Bryan.

The duties of the volunteers over the week of the Festival will include being part of teams for Dome, logistics, transport, events, street closures, parks, hospitality and of course air display events. All volunteers will be given health and safety training.

Volunteers will be provided with a team uniform, access to meals while on their breaks and a chance to win the ‘Volunteer of the Festival Award’.

A minimum of four 4-hour shifts and full-time volunteers who cover a minimum of eight 4-hour shifts will receive some extra goodies including free tickets to events.

Most of all, however, they are an integral part of something special and get a chance to be hands-on and up-close with events such as the rose parades, fireworks, Union J, Derek Ryan, Nathan Carter, Rose Dome events and much more.

“Volunteers must be 18 years of age or over and there are no special requirements, or previous experience required apart from a desire to help the Festival in its celebrations and a willingness to be an ambassador for Tralee for one week in August,” said Bryan Carr.

Kerry Volunteer Centre, who play a vital role in supporting Volunteers and organisations in Kerry, will also launch a national drive this week to recruit Volunteers for the Festival.

If you would like to be part of the event please contact the Festival office by phone 066 7121322 or download the online volunteering form at www.roseoftralee.ie or email streets@roseoftralee.ie

Sport

Rockie Faithful Help Out Under 14s With Table Quiz

June 17, 2014 Dermot Crean

THE Austin Stacks faithful turned out in force on Friday night to help send youngsters on a trip to Mayo.

The U14 Feile Family Fun Quiz was a great success in Connolly Park, well attended by the young footballers and their families who will be travelling to Mayo in two weeks time for the All Ireland Feile Peil na n-Og finals.

The quiz was won by the team comprising of Mike Fitzgerald, Marina Barry Walsh, John Walsh and Anne Fitzgerald following a three way tie at the top.

The quizmaster was Kieran Moriarty, to whom the organising committee extended their appreciation. The committee also thanked all the local businesses for their sponsorship and generous raffle prizes.

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The winning quiz team of John Walsh, Anne Fitzgerald, Mike Fitzgerald and Marina Barry Walsh were presented with their prize by organiser, Lorraine Scanlon. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin

Under 14 Rockies enjoying the quiz night - Michael O'Gara, Dara Barry Walsh, Donagh McMahon, Niall Hurley and Niamh McMahon. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin — Under 14 Rockies enjoying the quiz night – Michael O’Gara, Dara Barry Walsh, Donagh McMahon, Niall Hurley and Niamh McMahon. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin

Lorraine Scanlon was busy selling raffle tickets at the interval. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin

Some of the large crowd at the quiz on Friday night. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin

Business/Property

Helen Burns: Communication Is The Response You Get

June 17, 2014 Dermot Crean

Helen Burns, a certified Business Coach with ActionCOACH, the World’s #1 Business Coaching Franchise, gives advice on communicating with employees…

I WAS speaking to a business owner last week and he relayed a big frustration to me; “I cannot seem to get my team to do what I want them to do,” he said.

“I know what I want them to do, but then it gets lost between my brain and my mouth. I end up frustrated because they are not doing what I want them to do, and they are frustrated because they don’t know what is expected of them. How do I solve this?”   he asked.

There are two main steps in addresses this challenge.  First, look at the message that you are delivering.

• Plan your message – This can be as simple as writing the goal of the conversation on a 3×5 card, then outlining the points that you want to make. Remember to include WHAT will they do, WHY this is important for them, WHY this is important for the company, WHEN they must do it by, and HOW they will do it.

• Tailor the message to the audience – You will need more instructions for new team members and fewer for those who have worked with you for a while. Also, realise that some people just need more instructions than others! Remember that common sense is not common practice so if a particular step is important to do include it in the communication!

• State your intent – Make sure that your purpose is in your very first sentence. For example, “John, I want to show you how to handle a customer that has a complaint”.

• Control your tone, volume, pitch, and facial and body expressions – Modulate your voice so that it sounds pleasing to you. Ask yourself, “How is what I’m saying coming through?” We convey a great percentage of our message in our body language and tone of voice, so be aware of what you are doing!

• Try not to repeat – The message will be more effective if condensed and avoid speaking for more than a minute at a time. If the message is complicated or long then write it down or ask the person you’re communicating to, to take notes. If the task involves using a machine or computer program they can video you showing them on the phone so that they have a reference to go back to.

Second, get feedback to make sure that the listener understands the message.

Do this by asking open-ended questions that start with “Who”, “What”, “When”, “Where”, and “How”.

A common mistake is to use closed-ended questions such as “Do you understand?” Of course, the answer will be “Yes” to that one! Instead, ask some great feedback questions such as:   “Would you explain what you have heard me say?”  “What are you hearing is important to me?”  “If you did this, what do you think the response of the customer would be?”  “What’s your next step based on our conversation?”

If you are delegating a task, ask feedback questions such as:   “What do you plan to do first?”  “How will you determine the quality of your work?”  “How will you know when you have achieved that goal?”

Bottom line….if you take the time to deliver a high-quality message and then get the feedback of your team members, you will quickly discover that you are getting the responses that you desire. Remember, “Communication is the Response You Get!”

• Helen Burns owns and manages Helen Burns and Associates. They are located at 4 Greenview Terrace, Tralee. Contact 087-2863977. See http://www.actioncoach.com/helenburns for more

GAA CLUBS

Kerins O’Rahilly’s Club News 16/06/14

June 16, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

Juveniles

U6/8/10 Our U6s trained as usual on Saturday last in Healy Park. There are very large numbers turning up to this age group every Saturday and this is a testament to the expert coaching they are receiving from the lads. Well done to all.
Our U8s and U10s travelled to Killarney for the annual visit to Dr Crokes for some Challenge games. They played some very skilful games and had a great day and look forward to the return visit from Dr Crokes. U8s have their “Go games Blitz” on Thursday 19th in Na Gaeil. Text will be sent out to confirm time.

U8/10 Girls U8/10 Girls went to Killarney on Saturday last where they played some challenge games against Dr Crokes. They took part in the North Kerry Ladies Blitz on Sunday last where they played games against Abbeydorney, Austin Stacks and Finuge/St Senans. The girls were a credit to the club and their families and played some really skilled football. Well done to them and their mentors. They are playing a “Go Games Blitz” this Thursday the 19th at 6.30 in Healy Park Ballyrickard.

U12s U12 Teams play Ballymac in Ballymac on Wednesday 18th at 5.30.
U14s U14 Central League got up and running this week and they played Milltown/Castlemaine on Monday. Results next week. They play An Gaeltacht on Monday next the 23rd at 7pm in Strand Rd.
U16s U16 Co League starts this week. Our first game is at home to Listowel. It will be played in Strand Road at 7.30pm.

Senior Football
14th June 2014 Credit Union Co. League Rd 6

We were well beaten by Dr. Crokes in this Credit Union Co. League played at the Caherina grounds in ideal conditions on Saturday evening last. With an exodus of players to America it was a mixture of old and young that took to the field with a lot of players making their debut. It was an uphill battle from the throw in but the writing was on the wall after ten minutes when Dr Crokes led by 0-06 to Kerins O’Rahillys 0-02 coming from Timmy Sullivan who came out of retirement to help the cause and played a fine game throughout.

Our second point was put over by Declan Quill who showed that he still has great football where he was the one thorn in the Crokes side throughout the game. John O’Connor had our third point from play and a great save by Garry Kissane in this half prevented a certain goal. But it was Dr Crokes who dominated and a string of points and a goal before half time left them ahead at half time by 1-12 to 0-04 and the game as good as over.

Dr Crokes dominated the second half and though we had points from Declan Quill, Timmy O Sullivan and Rory Molloy Dr Crokes ran out deserved winners at the final whistle.

Junior Football League Group 1 As the notes went to print Strand Rd were due to play Rathmore. Result next week.

Junior Football League Group 5 Charlie Kerins played St Pats on Friday last in Blennerville and were beaten by a stronger side on the night. Charlie Kerins play Churchill in a back game on Friday the 20th at 7.30 in Churchill.

All fixtures are subject to change so keep an eye on Facebook and Twitter for changes.

Mouth-Guards: As you may be aware it will be compulsory for all players senior right down to juvenile to wear mouth-guards at training sessions and when playing games. This comes into effect for seniors from 1st January 2014 and has been in effect for all others since last January. If players fail to wear mouth guards they will not be permitted to participate in football training or matches. No mouthguard No game! Further information on this rule can be found online at http://www.gaa.ie.

Club Membership
Senior Committee will be in contact with you shortly about your 2014 membership. We will be asking that you consider putting your membership on direct debit to help cut down on administration. Please contact any committee member for details.

Ladies Football
U14/U16 U14 and U16 Ladies train every Tuesday at 6.15 in Ballyrickard.
U12 Girls U12 girls didn’t have a game last week. It will be played this Thursday the 19th of June at 7.30 in Ballyduff.
Congratulations to the U14 Kerry Ladies team who have qualified for the All Ireland “A” final against Mayo. Our own Frank McLoughlin is involved with the team. Well done to all.

Congratulations.

Congratulations to Seán Murphy who plays with our U12s. Seán co captained the Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn school team to win the Féile Peile Gael Linn to become the 2014 Munster Champions. Our own Declan Quill was also involved with the team. Well done to all involved.

We have a very talented all round U12 team. Congratulations to Ciarán Commane and Connor O’Brien who both won medals in the HWA-Rang Cup last weekend in Lixnaw.

Donal’s Message
Donal’s message is leaving Tralee on Wednesday the 18th for Rome.

This epic journey begins on the 18th of June where the scroll containing his message will be brought by his family to Saint John’s Church Tralee. At 3pm that evening Tom Foley, Maurice Brosnan and Tony Galwey will begin their 2060km cycle to Rome, before the cycle begins, the focus on Saint John’s Church Tralee where after a short ceremony the Walsh family will hand over the scroll to the people of Tralee who will carry it in relay to Donal’s resting place in Rath Cemetery where there will be a minutes silence. Donal’s family will hand over the scroll to the cyclists who will carry it to Rome. This is where you come in.

We are asking that the Club get behind this and that as many as possible be in St Johns Church on Wednesday at 2.50. We will help relay Donal’s scroll to Rath. Please do your best to be there.

Lotto
The Lotto takes place in Charlie’s Bar every Monday. The Lotto results for Monday the 9th of June were 1, 8, 13 and 14. There was no jackpot winner; the next jackpot will be €5,500. There was no match 3 winner. Five entrants for December draw were Agnes O’Connell c/o Fred, Teresa Stack c/o Ann, Ger c/o Noel, Eileen Hegarty DD A
And Alan O’Sullivan DD. To play the Kerins O’Rahillys Lotto, four numbers are selected from 1 to 28. If anybody matches the four numbers selected on the night he/she wins the Jackpot. Match three numbers to win €25. Tickets cost €2 each. The Kerins O’Rahillys Lotto can also be played online at www.korgaa.com

Lotto Sellers The club needs lotto ticket sellers. It can be worth your while. If you are interested contact any member of the Senior Committee.

Charlie’s Bar
Club Lotto on takes place in the bar every Monday night with a special in house raffle if you are present so why not pop along. Why not treat yourself to lunch in Charlie’s. There’s something to please everyone. Weightwatchers takes place in the Healy Room every Thursday and have now changed to “winter” times. Classes now take place at 9.30am, 12.30 and 5.30pm. The Active Retired Coffee Morning Group meets every Tuesday morning in Charlie’s. Come along and keep in touch with old friends and make new friends. All welcome. “Dance for Fun” has finished for the summer but will make a return in the autumn. Keep an eye on the notes for dates and times. We have many different size function rooms and cater to all types of function. We also have Barbecue facilities so with beautiful summer weather why not consider having a barbecue at Charlies. Contact Tom or Eileen or any member of staff at 7124956 if you have any queries.

Card Drive
Attention card players there will be a “Whist drive” on Thursday the 19th in the club and the “45” card drive in club house on Friday the 20th of June. Tables of 6. Bring a friend. All welcome.

Sympathies
Sincere Sympathy is expressed to the family of Margaret Ahearne London and Urban Terrace Tralee. May she rest in Peace.

P.R.O Contact
If you have any thing you feel is of interest for the Kerins O’Rahillys notes please get in touch. You can contact me at pro.kerinsorahillys.kerry@gaa.ie. Why not join our Facebook group to keep up to date with all fixtures and what is going on in the club. Just follow the following link https://www.facebook.com/groups/Narries/ or follow us on Twitter @korgaa

GAA CLUBS

Austin Stacks Club News 16/06/14

June 16, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

SENIOR FOOTBALL

Austin Stacks 0-15; Dingle 0-7.

Our previous trip to Dingle, five weeks ago, ended in a six points defeat for us, in the quarter final of the Club Championship. But our journey back west on a glorious summer’s evening last Saturday (14th June), for round six of the Co. League, reversed that result, thereby continuing our unbeaten run in this season’s League.

The first half ended all square on four points each with Shane Carroll contributing three from placed balls and our only score from play coming from David Mannix in the 24th minute.

stacks_1 — Mikey Collins’ first half pointed effort went just left and wide of the upright. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin

Four minutes after the resumption Dingle went ahead again. But we were defending in numbers, as we did in the first half, soaking up all the pressure that Dingle threw at us and we now started to attack in droves. And this included almost everyone from Ciarán O’Connell, wearing the unfamiliar number two jersey, out.In the space of five minutes (from the 35th to the 40th) we went into a three points lead (0-8 to 0-5) with four great scores from David Mannix, Darragh O’Brien, Fiachna Mangan and Greg Horan.

In the next ten minutes two points for the home side and one for us by Mikey Collins left us ahead by two with ten minutes remaining (0-9 to 0-7). But we took complete control in those remaining minutes, scoring a further six points without reply. Two of these came from two more Shane Carroll frees with the other four coming from play by David Mannix (his 3rd of the day) and three brilliant points from two of our outstanding defenders – Conor Jordan with two and the other one by corner back Ciarán O’Connell.

rsz_stacks_sean_ryan_1 — Minor, Sean Ryan, had his first full senior match in the Black and Amber. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin

Our display, especially in that second half, was as good as we have seen all season. Jonathan’s kick-outs almost always found a Rock man, as they normally do. Team captain, Barry Shanahan, launched many a Stacks attack. Seán Ryan, playing his first full game (he made his debut the previous week when coming on as a sub) was very impressive. Wayne Guthrie won a lot of ball around the middle and the evergreen Kirby got a standing ovation when coming off after playing 58 of the 60 minutes. Up front all our six forwards scored.

Team: Jonathan Conway, Ciarán O’Connell (0-1), Barry Shanahan (Capt), John Dennis, Pa McCarthy, Conor Jordan (0-2), Seán Ryan, Wayne Guthrie, William Kirby, Michael Collins (0-1), Greg Horan (0-1), Fiachna Mangan (0-1), David Mannix (0-3), Shane Carroll (0-5 frees), Darragh O’Brien (0-1).
Subs: Darragh Long (54m), Darren Tiernan (58m).

SF CO. CHAMPIONSHIP: We have drawn Rathmore in the next round (last 15) of the Co. Championship. This will only be the second meeting between the sides in this competition. Our only other meeting was at the quarter final stage of the 2010 Championship when we had eight points to spare (1-13 to 1-5) over the East Kerry side.
There is a possibility, if so desired, that the game could double up with the round 4 Co. League game, as both ties are home games for us.

SENIOR HURLING: Austin Stacks 2-9; Kenmare 2-9.

So far, this season, it has been impossible to separate these sides. When they met at the end of April in the first round of the South Kerry League it ended in a draw. Both teams ended up on seven points each in the League table at the end of the round stage of the League. So last Wednesday evening’s (11th June) game, played in ideal conditions in Connolly Park, doubled up as a play-off in that South KerryLeague (with the winners to go through to the final and the losers contesting a semi final against Duagh) and as round 1 of the County SH League (Div 3).

We had a very good first half. We defended very well, with Peter O’Regan and Andrew Morrissey clearing their lines on numerous occasions and Kevin O’Leary, Paudie Bradley, Jim McCarthy and Seán King as solid as ever. Michael O’Leary was soundness personified in his unusual position in goals.

Upfront the scores were coming as well with goals by John McCarthy and Joe Brennan and points from Ronan Gilsenan, Paul Daly ( 2 frees) and Danny Maguire and one also from Joe Brennan. New man, Aaron Barry was also catching the eye with good incisive play as was Brian Meehan. Shane Fitzgerald was doing well in the centre also. The one concerning factor was the number of wides we had in that first half – 11 in all – which was most uncharacteristic for our lads, especially on a glorious summer’s evening.

So at half time things looked comfortable enough when we led by 2-5 to 1-1 after playing well within ourselves.
A win for us looked odds on eight minutes into the second half when we had extended that lead with two more points from John McCarthy and Danny Maguire But gradually Kenmare edged themselves back into the game, scoring six points without reply between the 40th and 56th minutes to leave just three between the sides at that stage (2-7 to 1-7). Paul Daly converted a 65 in the 58th minute to put us four up again, but in the space of a minute Kenmare added a goal and a point to see the sides level for the first time in the game.

In the 61st minute Paul Daly put us in front again with a pointed free after Brian Meehan was fouled but on the stroke of full time the visitors equalized and that’s how it ended.
The result meant a point on the Co. League table for both sides but it also necessitates a replay to determine who goes where in the South Kerry League (winners to the final, losers to the semi final).

As we said it was good to see Aaron Barry making his Senior debut – he did play Juvenile Hurling with the Club in the past. It was also good to welcome new-comer Stephen Pierce to the squad and also good to welcome back Ross Long after an absence.

Team: Michael O’Leary, Kevin O’Leary, Peter O’Regan, Paudie Bradley, Andrew Morrissey, Jim McCarthy, Seán King, Shane Fitzgerald, Joe Brennan (1-1), John McCarthy (1-1), Danny Maguire (0-2), Aaron Barry, Paul Daly (Capt) (0-4 – 3 free, one 65), Ronan Gilsenan (0-1), Brian Meehan.

Subs: David Field (45m), Kieran McCaughley (50m), Damien McCarthy (51m).
Our round 2 Co. League game, against St. Pats (East Kerry), is due to go ahead in Fossa on this Wednesday evening (18th June) at 7.30pm.

CONGRATULATIONS: to Club Hurler Seán King and Eva Corcoran on the recent birth of their son, Michael.

JUNIOR B FOOTBALL: Our B team were due to play their penultimate round of the Co. League away to Legion on Monday evening (16th June). With both teams topping the League Table on five points each a win will put us in the League final for the second year in succession. In the competition so far we had good wins over O’Rahillys (4-13 to 0-9) and Mitchels (1-17 to 0-7) and a draw away to Rathmore (1-10 each).

PÁDRAIG LYNCH: All in the Club extend congratulations and best wishes to Pádraig Lynch as he takes up a new jobs position in Kildare. While dual player Podge will not be severing his ties totally with the Club (he will be commuting down for the occasional game when time permits) his loss, nonetheless, will be felt by both Hurlers and Footballers alike and also by the Club Executive of which he was a loyal and valued member. Best of luck again Podge.

CONGRATULATIONS: to Tracey Nelligan (former Bar Manager) and Louis Heaphy (former Club footballer) who were married recently

CLUBHOUSE: As always the Clubhouse is available for all types of Parties. Phone Ian from 7pm at 066 7126942 for bookings.

BINGO: The Bingo session will continue on this and every Saturday night at 8.30pm in our Clubrooms.

SYMPATHY: Sincere sympathy is offered to the families of Margaret Aherne, London and late of Urban Tce., Boherbee; and Gerry Smyth, West Belfast (brother of Pauline Barrett, Ballyard) who died during the past week.

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Austin Stacks Juvenile Club News 16/06/14

June 16, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

FAOI 6: (i) Under 6 football will be in CONNOLLY PARK at 7pm on Thursday next. (ii) Sunday morning football as usual at 11.00am in CAHERSLEE.

FAOI 8: (i) The ‘GoGames’ for our Under 8s will take place at 7pm on Thursday at Na Gaeil Club and (ii) we’ll have our usual football at 11am in CAHERSLEE on Sunday.

FAOI 10: (i) Thursday football for our Under 10s will be in CONNOLLY PARK at 7pm and (ii) CAHERSLEE will be our venue for Sunday morning…ag 11am.

FAOI 11: Our Under 11s won a hard-fought match Sunday evening at Na Gaeil pitch. Early points from Jack Duggan and Brian McElligott had us leading by a single point…0-2 v 0-1…but, as the first half wore on, Na Gaeil came more into the game and finished the first half stronger than our boys…2-2 v 0-4. The Rock started the second half with gusto; they were on fire and within 5 minutes of the restart James Charles had rattled the net for 3 goals.

In the 32nd minute Robert Morrissey pointed a free and when Jordan Kissane drove forward for a goal in the 40th minute our boys looked comfortable as they led by leading by 0-7! Ach ní mar a shíltear a bítear! Na Gaeil fought back and cut the deficit to a point. Joe Reidy, flanked by Jack Twamley and Ruairí Ó Conaill, gave a ‘master class’ dispaly at full-back. We hung on for a breath-taking and heart-throbbing one point victory…in true Rock style! Maith sibh, a leaideanna! Our next encounter will be on Sunday next, 22nd, when we’ll travel to Killarney to take on The Crokes. Good luck, boys!

FAOI 12: (i) Our Under12s had to live with being second best against a spirited Na Gaeil team at Cillín on Sunday last. We started well and controlled the early exchanges with Shane Bastible, Cian Purcell and Owen Healy putting us in a commanding position. Some lax defending, however, let our opponents back into the contest and, despite the assistance of a stiff breeze, we led by a mere 0-3 ag an mbriseadh…3-5 v 2-5. In the second period, we never adapted to the extremely warm conditions and Na Gaeil ran out comfortable and deserving winners. If past experiences of this panel are repeated, one may expect a huge performance against Dr. Crokes on Sunday next. How about it, boys? (ii) Training continues on Monday and on Wednesday…6pm to 7.30pm. See you all then, lads!

FAOI 15: Best wishes to our Under 15 Supertouch Blitz, boys!

FAOI 14: (i) Our pre-Féile training is going nicely…we’ll keep in touch per text re dates and times. We are really looking forward to Féile Náisiúnta Pheil na nÓg in Bearna na Gaillimhe on 27th, 28th and 29th June…an tseachtain seo chugainn! (ii) Austin Stack Club’s Under 14 Féile na nÓg Family Fun Quiz was a great success on Friday night in Connolly Park. It was well attended by our young footballers and their families. Thanks to all who were involved and who participated.

The quiz was won by a brilliant answering team comprising of Mike Fitzgerald, Marina Barry-Walsh, John Walsh and Anne Fitzgerald…the brains of The Rock! They pipped 2 other highly motivated and intelligent teams in a three-way play-off at the top. (Perhaps, we’ll have a quiz team for Scór ’15!) The tension was nerve-racking! B’é Ciarán Ó Muircheartaigh an quizmháistir to whom the organising committee extends great appreciation. Thanks to all the local business people for their kind sponsorship and generous raffle prizes. Galway/Mayo, here we come!

FAOI 16: (i) ‘Hope you’ve all survived the exams! Well done and don’t be too worried about results….enjoy the fine weather and the long summer ahead! (ii) We started our county league campaign this Wednesday evening, 18th, at home to Dr Crokes…ag 7.30pm.

IMPROVE YOUR IRISH: Teenagers between 12 and 16 years of age are invited to join the Ógras summer camp in Mounthawk from 7th to 18th July…spórt agus spraoi using a little Irish. Fón: 0872194992.

IOMÁNAÍOCHT IDIRNÁISIÚNTA: Éire v An tSeapáin: In a recent hurling game, played in Dublin, Nihon/Japan Gaels (students from Japan who are studying in DCU) defeated Gaeil Óga Setanta (Baile Munna) in an exciting match….3-5 v 4-1. The winning point…cúilín gleoite, de réir dealraimh…was scored by the captain of the Japanese students, Mr Yushi. Will Tokyo yet become a hurling stronghold?

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Is Your Estate Worthy Of A Tidy Tralee Prize?

June 16, 2014 Dermot Crean 1 Comment

IS your estate worthy of a Tidy Tralee award?

That’s the question the people at Tidy Tralee Together are asking of estates, homes and businesses as they invite entries for this year’s competition.

Criteria and applications forms are now available from traleetidytowns@gmail.com and must be returned by email by Monday, July 14 for those wishing to be judged for the local competition. As the format of the competition has some changes it is advisable to apply early.

The categories and prizes include:

• Private Residences: Gold standard x 10 awards x €50
• Estates, Compact/ Terrace, Small, Medium, Large, 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize in each category, €250, €150, and €100 respectively.
• Best Municipal Facility, 1st Place Trophy
• Best Public Community Service building/facility 1st Place Trophy
• Best Community Service facility, 1st Prize €200
• Best Youth Group Project, 1st and 2nd place trophies and medals
• Previous Winners Category, 1st Place Trophy
• Business up to 05 employees,1st Place Trophy
• Business up to 20 employees, 1st Place Trophy
• Business up to 60 employees, 1st Place Trophy
• Business over 60 employees, 1st Place Trophy
• Casual trader, 1st Place Trophy

The Award Ceremony for the Tralee Tidy Towns 2014 will be held on Tuesday, October 14 in Ballyroe Heights Hotel.

Tralee Tidy Towns volunteer participation certificates will be available on the night to all volunteers who have signed in for work projects throughout the year.

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Kelliher’s Sponsors Under 13 Football Championship

June 16, 2014 Dermot Crean

KELLIHER’s Mills Farm, Garden & Pet Supplies of Boyle Business Park, Clash, Tralee are sponsors of this year’s Coiste Thra Li Under 13 Football Championship. This competition will take place in early July, after the Under 12 competition has concluded.

A cheque was presented by Edward Kelliher of Kellihers Mills to Pat McAuliffe, Chairman of Coiste Thra Li on Saturday 14th June at Boyle Business Park.

Kellihers 1 — Kelliher’s are sponsoring the U13 football championship. Pictured (left to right) Tim Slattery (Kellihers Mills), Pat McAuliffe(Chairman, Coiste Thra Li), Giles and Edward Kelliher (Kellihers Mills) and John Slattery (Vice Chairman, Coiste Thra Li. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin

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Ballymacelligott Club News 16/06/14

June 16, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

LOTTO
Heartiest congratulations from all at Ballymac GAA Club are extended to Madeline O Connor of Clogher on her winning our Lotto jackpot of €12,400. Her numbers 1,2,8 and 23 were drawn at O Riadas on the 9th June 2014. Madeline purchased her ticket from Brendan Mannix at Ballydwyer Post Office. The lotto jackpot is now €2000 and can be played at ballymacgaa.com . It is imperative that the lotto is continued to be supported as it is the main income stream for the day to day running of the Club .

SENIOR TEAM
Ballymac played Glenflesk in round 6 of the county league last Saturday night in Glenflesk.

Glenflek opened the scoring in the first minute with a point from their centre forward Dara Roche. Ballymac were quick to respond with two points in succession from Gene Griffin and Dermot Leen. However this was the finish of our scoring in the first half. In the next 20 minutes Glenflesk scored seven points . Jeff O Donoghue at full forward and his brother Lee at corner forward provided the majority of these points. The killer blow came in the 25th minute when Lee O Donoghue goaled for Glenflesk. Another point for the home side on the 30th minute left the half time score at Glenflesk 1.9 Ballymac 0.2

Having made a few changes Ballymac started the second half with a point from Aiden Breen in the 2nd minute. Glenflek responded with 3 points in the following 3 minutes. Aiden Breen added to Ballymac’s tally with a point from a free. Daniel O Shea and David O Donoghue exchanged points. Glenflesk scored 4 more points before Daniel O Shea registered 2 for Ballymac. In the last five minutes Ballymac scored three points through Matthew Galvin, and Gene Griffin. Glenflesk added 1 more to leave the final score at Glenflesk 2.17 to Ballymac 0.10.

Ballymac Team; Padraig Laide Kevin O Shea , TJ Casey Michael Leen, Cian Counihan, Brendan O Donnell, Matthew Galvin, Philip Galvin, Con Reynolds, Daniel O Shea, Gene Griffin, Eanna Reidy, Padraig McCarthy, Aiden Breen, Dermot Leen.
Subs: Denis Leen for TJ Casey, Luke Sweeney for Padraig McCarthy, Michael Herlihy for Cian Counihan.

Ballymac U15s alongside Adrian and Anna Mason parents of Eric with the Eric Mason Memorial Cup which they won last Saturday June 14th in Ballymac Gaa Grounds defeating a gallant Ballydonoghue team in the Final. Other teams to compete on the day were Kenmare, Kilcummin, Miltown/Castlemaine and Castleisland Desmonds. — Ballymac U15s alongside Adrian and Anna Mason parents of Eric with the Eric Mason Memorial Cup which they won last Saturday June 14th in Ballymac GAA Grounds defeating a gallant Ballydonoghue team in the Final. Other teams to compete on the day were Kenmare, Kilcummin, Miltown/Castlemaine and Castleisland Desmonds.

JUNIORS
Our Juniors complete their Co. Junior League campaign when they take on Desmonds on this coming Friday night in Castleisland.
ERIC MASON MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT 2014
The Third Staging of this Invitational Tournament in memory of Ballymacelligott Juvenile player, Eric Mason who passed away over three years ago took place at the Ballymacelligott GAA grounds on Saturday last, June 14th.

Blessed with fine sunny weather on the day, it was a well-run and exciting competition with clubs from Milltown/ Castlemaine, Ballydonoghue, Kenmare, Castleisland Desmonds, Kilcummin as well as Ballymac partaking in this 11 aside U-15 Blitz. We were very fortunate with the fine dry weather on the day as this six team tournament took centre stage. After a series of round-robin games Ballymacelligott emerged as Group 1 Winners with Ballydonoghue finishing Runners –Up and in Group 2, Kenmare were table-toppers with Miltown/Castlemaine in second place. There was some fine attacking and flowing football in evidence on the day and it was very entertaining for the large crowd in attendance.

In the semi-finals, Ballymac overcame the Mid-Kerry side with a hard fought victory with possession football to the fore by the hosts and Ballydonoghue proved too strong and too physical for a very slick Kenmare side in the second semi-final. It was a showdown between too evenly matched teams in the final with play swinging from end to end, but eventually Ballymacelligott possessed too many ace players and ultimately emerged as winners of the Eric Mason Memorial Cup at the third time of asking with great footballing flair.

Players such as Josh O Keeffe, Tadhg Brick, Liam O Brien, Cathal Dunne and Eddie Rogers in defence stood out as did Liam O Malley, Darragh Regan, Cillian Gallagher and Daire Keane in attack. ‘Keeper Brian Lonergan was sound throughout all four games, with a spectacular penalty save at one stage; and David Rogers and captain fantastic Keelan Brosnan contributing to some outstanding football last Saturday. There was also a Player of the Tournament and this honour went to Eoin O Malley from Ballymac with some scintillating performances right throughout the day and his never say die attitude was so admirable for all to see.

Others on the squad were Darragh Clifford, Barry Lyons and Kieran Coggins but all three were unable to play due to long-term injury. Coaches Tony Silles, Gene O Keeffe and Roland Rogers were well impressed with all four displays in the competition and are so proud of their charges. Understandably, it was an emotional day for the Mason Family and all involved in the organisation of the event were very proud of how the day went.

The club would like to offer their appreciation to the Mason Family for allowing the competition to take place in memory of Eric and all would agree that it was a huge success. It is hoped that this blitz will continue from year to year and grow from strength to strength in the forthcoming years.

Ballymacelligott GAA Coiste na nÓg would like to extend their gratitude to all who made the event possible, including parents, catering staff, referees George O Donnell and Pádraig Laide, and we would like to thank all the participating teams in the blitz for such a wonderful day. Míle Buíochas do chách !

U12: Under 12 Co League Division 3A Kilcummin 1 – 7 Ballymac 5 – 8. A fine win for our lads played in very warm conditions at Kilcummin. The boys knew going into this game they had to win to retain their chance of winning the league. They didn’t disappoint and all played their part in ensuring we came away with the points. Dylan Dunne Moriarty showed for everything in the forward line, Jack Tobin in goals is developing with every game. Our final games sees us play Kerins O Rahillys at home on Wednesday 18th June 2014

Division 3 B : Kilcummin 0-10 Ballymac 1 – 1. Our younger squad had a tough game against a very well drilled Kilcummin outfit. Despite not conceding any goals, the lads were outdone by a slicker side. Daragh Sweeny and Cathal Culloty worked hard to bring Ballymac into the game however they had to settle for second best on the evening.

ACADEMY: It was clear skies and sunshine Sunday morning for our budding stars. Darragh McMahon, Conor Lynch, Daniel Creagh, Sean Martin and Cian Gilroy had a great training session for the U6 boys. The u8 boys were also in flying form with Con Sheehan, Tom Long, Matthew Rogers and Eoghan Joy and Luke Griffin impressing their mentors.

U10 boys who shown included Javkaloav Orgonbagor, Diarmuid Galvin, Luke Horgan, Michael Prendergast, Andy Rogers and Oisin Shanahan. The u10 girls took part in a blitz in Abbeydorney. Well done to all the girls who played and showed great team spirit on the day.
U14: Congratulations to the U14 girls on reaching their first County final. They defeated Firies with a scoreline of 1-8 to 0-6. Well done to trainers Donal Rahilly and Ted Murphy.

FAMILY FUN DAY: A meeting to organise the Family Fun Day for 2014 is to be held at the Club Rooms on Thursday June 19th 2014 at 8.30pm. All welcome to attend.

CUL CAMPS: This year’s Cul Camps are due to commence on Monday 28th July and run until August 1st at Ballymac GAA grounds. These have been an unqualified success in the past number of years. Registration can be completed on the Club Website www.ballymacgaa.com

St Kieran’s Leisure Cycle Tour on July 20th.

The St Kieran’s district has a fund raising Cycle Tour on July 20th. There is a short route of 45km and a longer route of 80Km for the more ambitious cyclists. The routes go through all seven clubs geographical areas, starting in Castleisland Desmonds pitch and taking in Ballymac;Currow;Scataglin;Cordal;Brosna and Knocknagoshel and finishing in Castleisland.

Registration is open on Saturday evening July 19th at Desmonds pitch between 7 and 9 pm and on Sunday morning the 20th between 8 and 9:45AM. It is a good idea to register on the Saturday evening to avoid the rush on Sunday.

The Tour starts at 10 am and has a full safety plan and stewarding process in place for the routes and refreshments on the day. Entry fee is €25 and €20 for Cycle Ireland members. Juveniles get going for €10 but must be accompanied by an adult. See Stkierans.ie for the map of the routes and for further details.

SYMPATHY: The Club wishes to express its deepest sympathy to the Brick family of Ballyseedy on the death of Mrs Eileen Brick.

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St Pats Club News 16/06/14

June 16, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

Lotto:

There was no winner of last week’s jackpot of €11,000. The numbers drawn were 06, 10, 18 & 23. The five €30 consolation prizes went to Rita Gleeson, Listellick; Niamh O’Connor, Curraheen; Paudi Bailey, Tonevane; Tom Diggins, Abbeydorney & Richard Williams c/o Rock Street PO. This week’s jackpot will be €11,100 and the draw will take place this Sunday night June 22nd at 10pm in Skelper Quane’s Bar. Lotto tickets available from the usual outlets or any club officer.

Juvenile Academy:

Our Juvenile Academy have begun training twice a week, on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings as usual. We were very lucky with the weather conditions last week so we saw our players turning up in large numbers.

Under 12’s:

Our u12’s played at home on Sunday evening against Cordal. It was a very exciting first half seeing plenty of scores from both sides. We saw goals from Oisin Tobin, Liam O’Sullivan, Cormac Lynch and a lovely soccer style goal by Martin Laucher and points by Tomas O’Sullivan, Martin Laucher, Sean Crowley and Cormac Lynch leaving the half time score St.Pats 4-5 Cordal 5-6. However, in the second half we failed to take our scoring opportunities kicking numerous wides and missing goal chances seeing only 3 scores.

We saw 2 points from Danny Greaney and a lovely goal by Tomas O’Sullivan with a fine ball kicked in from Martin. Cordal took advantage of our misses and popped the ball over the bar repeatedly. Our defence Matthew Quilter, Danny Greaney, Mikey Healy, Michael Doody, Cillian Lynch, Oisin Murray and Sean Fitzgibbon were kept busy in the second half and Mario Ilavsky made some great saves in goals.

Final score St.Pats 5-7 Cordal 5- 16.

Team: Mario Ilavsky, Matthew Quilter, Danny Greaney, Mikey Healy, Michael Doody, Tomas O’Sullivan, Cormac Lynch, Oisin Tobin, Sean Crowley, Liam O’Sullivan, Martin Laucher, Cillian Lynch, Oisin Murray and Sean Fitzgibbon.

Under 14’s:

Finally after a tough county league and a hard brendan’s league, we have got our first win of the year in the central league. We started off with Patrick Dowling in goals and put Tristan centre-field with Shane. Supporting them on the centre lines were Martin, Ali, Cian, Brian, Adam, Ciaran with Damien and Cathal in the full back line, James & Fergal up front. The sub bench of Aaron and Tomas and Darack all played their part well when they came on.

It was great to see everyone trying so hard but man of the match must go to Brian Teahan. Final score St Pats 3-11 Stacks 1-07. Our next central league is away to Laune rangers and on the 23rd we will have a challenge game against the New York Feile team.

Internal blitz:

Our internal blitz continued last Wednesday evening in beautiful weather conditions. This week our coaches Mono Ryle, Maurice Quirke, Dan O’Sullivan and Brian O’Grady focused on passing skills, to include at least 6 players on the field before a score is taken. After 2 rounds Leinster are on 10 points, Ulster are on their backs with 8 points, Connacht are on 4 points and Munster are trailing on 2 points.

Under 16’s:

Our u16’s played a challenge game at home last Saturday evening against Castlegregory. St. Pats dominated the first half seeing some lovely scores from Gearoid Dillane, Joshua Laucher and Shane Jordan. Kieran Dwyer played an outstanding game in midfield winning possession of numerous balls. half time score St.Pats 1-7 Castlegregory 0-3.

In the second half we rotated our players, playing most players in different position. This gave Castlegregory a chance to get into the game scoring 3 consequyive goals including a penalty.Final score St.Pats 1-7 Castlegregory 4-6. Team: Patrick Dowling, Mikee Cahill, Joe O Connor, Brian Murphy, Eoin Murphy, Joe Quilter, Cian Ronan, Kieran Dwyer, Joshua Laucher, Shane Jordan, Gearoid Dillane, Eoin Greaney, Jack Lynch, Martin Savage and Damien Quirke.

Juniors:

Junior County League Group 5:

St Pats 1-17 Kerins O’Rahillys 1-02

We had a good win against Kerins O’Rahillys last Friday in the County League played in Blennerville. In a game where we were always in control, we held a lead at half-time by 12pts as we were dominant all over the field. In the second half, we closed the game out to run out winners on a score of 1-17 to 1-02. This win will guarantee us a home semi-final with one round to play. We will play Duagh in the last round to be played.

Team-J Fitzgerald, K Quirke, Joe Costello, S Dowling, J Foley(1-00), James Costello, S Daughton, J Foley, A O Callaghan(0-01), D Kerins (0-05), B Savage(0-03), J Conway(0-01), E Sayers(0-02), T O Sullivan(0-01), S Hayes(0-04), P O Sullivan, A O Halloran, B Boyle & T Farmer.

Fixture- St Pats vs Duagh on Thurs June 19th in Duagh at 7:30pm. Keep a look out on our Facebook Page for any changes to this fixture.

Seniors:

County Senior Football League Div 2 Rd 6:

Listry 1-13 St Pats 1-10

Our seniors made a return to competitive action last Sunday after a break for the early rounds of the Senior County Championship. Listry were the opposition and the game was played in perfect conditions in Listry. St Pats started brightly with two early points from their best player on the day, Kieran Hurley. Listry quickly cancelled out these scores in the 8thand 10th minute of the game with two well worked scores of their own. For the remainder of the half, Listry were in total dominance as St Pats lost their way, particularly around the middle of the field.

The Listry forwards tacked on 1-6 in this period to have a commanding lead of 7 points at half time. In truth, they had the St Pats defence in 6’s & 7’s and could have been ahead by a lot more but took the safe option with one on one goal chances by fisting over the bar. HT Score Listry 1-8 St Pats 0-4. St Pats made a few substitutions at half time and they started the half in whirlwind fashion with the two Hurley’s and in particular Brendan Poff, tormenting the Listry rearguard.

Two points from Kieran Hurley in the 35th & 39th minute reduced the deficit to 5 points as St Pats were in control of the game from midfield up. A fantastic incisive run by Brendan Poff drew the Listry defence, he laid off to Willie Hurley and his goalbound shot was flicked outside the post by the Listry keeper. His brother Kieran converted the “45” and added another point from play to bring the scoreline 1-8 to 0-8 in favour of the home team.

Listry made some tactical switches and it had an immediate effect and they tacked on two points in the 42nd and 46th minute. In between these scores, St Pats wasted another guilt edge goal opportunity. Liam Poff made a great run and put Willie Hurley threw and his shot was again saved by the Listry keeper. St Pats eventually scored the goal they so badly needed in the 50th minute.

Another fantastic run by Brendan Poff saw him lay off to Kieran Hurley. Kieran’s shot was saved by a Listry defender but Willie was on hand to finish to the net. This made it a two point game with ten to go with St Pats in the ascendency. However, Listry fought back well and scored three unanswered points in 5 minutes to negate the earlier goal from Willie Hurley. St Pats tried their best to score another goal to set up a grand stand finish but it wasn’t to be. Two shots from substitute David Kerins went over the bar to reduce the deficit to 3 points just before the final whistle from referee Cathal O’Dubhda.

Final Score Listry 1-13 St Pats 1-10.

The second quarter performance was what cost St Pats this game but they showed good spirit in the second half to fight back and will possibly rue the missed goal opportunities in this half. However, overall, Listry were the better team on the day and we wish them well for the remainder of the season.

Full Back Kieran O’Sullivan came off during the second half with a suspected dislocated shoulder so we wish Kieran a speedy recovery. Best for St Pats on the day were Liam O’Sullivan, Brendan Poff & Kieran Hurley.

St Pats: P Bailey, P O’Connor, K O’Sullivan, S Dowling, T O’Connor, L Poff, L Mulligan, M O’Sullivan, P McMahon, B Poff, K Hurley (0-09), Jake Foley, A Byrne, W Hurley (1-0) & L O’Sullivan (0-01 c). Subs: Joe Costello for T O’Connor (28mins); E Sayers for S Dowling (HT) & D Kerins for K O’Sullivan (inj).

Due to St Brendan’s playing Currow on Saturday June 26th in Round 2 of the Senior County Championship, our round 7 County League game versus Legion has been brought forward to this Saturday night. Throw in is at 7:30pm in Blennerville.

Cúl Camps:

The Kellogg’s GAA Football Camp will take place in Blennerville from July 28th to August 1st . The camp is for boys & girls aged 6 to 13. We would hope to increase on the huge numbers that we had last year. Each child will be given free sports gear. GAA players will teach the skills of Gaelic Football in a safe and fun filled environment from Monday to Friday10am to 2.30pm.

New York Feile Team:

On Monday 23rd of June, we welcome former stalwart Kevin Moriarty and the New York Feile team. Our Juveniles will play the New York selection and afterwards we will have a BBQ followed by entertainment by our young musicians. It promises to be a great evening and all are welcome. The match will start at 6.15pm. If you would like to help with refreshments, please contact Mary Wallace.

Blennerville/Ballyard Community Games:

County Finals will take place this weekend in An Riocht, Castleisland. It will start at 10:00am with a parade of all the areas and then begin immediately after with the U10 boys &girls 200m. The programme for SATURDAY is ALL U8/10/12 & 14 qualifying races, (including hurdles), Ball throw final boys and girls, relays U10 mixed and U12 boys & girls. SUNDAY competition starts at 10:30 Sharp with Discus & Javelin, Shot Putt U14 and Long Jump U14, Hurdles and relays (order to be decided). All U16 track and field events take place and track finals. Our final training session will take place on Friday at7:00pm in St. pats Gaa pitch. If you have been selected for a relay please try and attend for practice.

Derryquay NS:

Thanks to locals Michael Wall and Christy Murphy who gave educational talks to our pupils, staff and parents on the beautiful Derrymore beach last week. Christy gave a talk on the history of Derrymore Island while Micheal shared his knowledge of sea-angling in Tralee Bay.
Our school tour was a great success and thanks to everyone who helped with our barbque on Friday last. It was a great social occasion and gave us all a chance to catch up.

Curraheen Community Council:

Curraheen Community Council will hold a clean-up of Derrymore Beach on Friday, June 20th at 7pm. Bags and gloves will be provided. We will meet at Derrymore Beach car park. Your help would be greatly appreciated.

Congratulations:

Congratulations to all the students of the club and community who did their Junior & Leaving Cert exams recently. Also, a huge well done to Fergal O’ Brien who qualified to play in the 6th class Kerry Primary school team and to Ellen Wallace who made it to the last 30.

Sympathy:

The club would also like to extend its sympathy to the families & relatives of Shirley Quane, Blennerville. May She Rest In Peace.

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Tralee Parnells Club News 16/06/14

June 16, 2014 Gavin O'Connor

Camogie:
Tralee Parnells were narrowly defeated by Causeway, 6-3 to 5-0, on Saturday the 7th in their final game of the first round of the U-12 Kerry County Camogie League. All players pulled together in a tenacious display of teamwork that resulted in goals for Hannah Sharkey (2), Eimer Ni Shuilleabhan (2) and Clodagh Begley. While Clodagh B’s “puc fada” kept much of the play in the opposition’s half, solid defenders like Katie O’Dwyer shut down many dangerous moves in the Parnells half. To witness in person the 200% improvement in this team, come along on Sunday, June 29th at 12 noon when all 4 Kerry camogie clubs meet again as a warm-up for the Kerry v. Carlow championship game; North Kerry venue TBD.

On Saturday, June 7th, Tralee Parnells U8/10 camogie players travelled to Causeway to participate in the first of 4 summer blitzes. The girls had no problem racking up scores with Lana O’Connell’s superb goalkeeping skills keeping opposition scores at a minimum. Welcome back to Ciara Casey and Ciara Palmer who weren’t long blowing the cobwebs off their hurleys and getting “stuck” in with Jessica O’Loughlin! It is a testament to the tireless efforts of the U6 and U8 coaching staffs that such young players demonstrate such proficiency with a hurley. Tralee Parnells will be hosting the next blitz on Saturday, July 12th at 10:30 a.m. Venue TBD.

Generous Donor:
Thanks a million to the Tralee business(who wish to remain anonymous) that paid for 40 hurleys used by Parnells coaches in the local primary schools. Its donation like this that will help the club develop and help attract new members. The club wants to get coaches into over 20 primary schools with over 10,000 kids in the Tralee area so contact 085-1355566 if your business wants to help the club achieve this.

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