Lotto
There was one winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €4900 on Sunday night last. Congratulations to Bridget Moynihan, Camp.
The numbers drawn were 01, 07, 10 & 21. The five €30 consolation prizes went to Brigid O’Shea, Curragraigue, Caroline Clapham, c/o Betty’s Bar, Teresa Ashe, Doon, Tim De Lacy c/o Betty’s Bar and Mary Rusk Marian Park.
Next week’s Lotto will have a Jackpot of €2,000 and the draw will take place this Sunday night May 14th in Keane’s Bar. Lotto tickets can be purchased online, from any club officer or at the following outlets: Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers, O’Sheas Shop and Service Station, Poff Motors, Noyeks, Byrnesworth, Rock Inn, Dwyer’s Bar, Skelper Quanes, Bettys Bar and Keane’s of Curraheen.
Lotto Anniversary
St Pats Gaa Weekly Lotto was 20 years Old on Thursday 26th of January and was started 20 years ago by then Chairman Mike Crean, Secretary Jim Moriarty and Treasurers Paul Byrne & Jimmy Savage and has served the club well. The first lotto draw was made on Sunday January 26th 1997.
To celebrate this occasion, St Pats will enter all lotto players who play the club lotto either weekly, monthly or yearly from the 23rd of January until the 5th of June into a special draw for 2 All Ireland Football tickets plus 2 night’s accommodation on the Saturday and Sunday night of the All Ireland weekend. Naomh Padraig Abu!
O’Sullivan Financial Services Dingle Way Challenge 2017
The Dingle Way Challenge, kindly sponsored by O’Sullivan Financial Services is less than 6 weeks away and will take place on Sunday the 4th of June (keep this date free in your diaries).
This year’s route, the best yet, takes us from Dingle HarbourThis walk is ideal for groups, teams, friends and solo hikers and unlike previous challenges, you can either opt for The towards Ventry and then on to Murrioch, via the ancient path, “Cosán na Naomh”.
There will then be a choice of 3 routes to bring us to the finish line and a truly deserved BBQ on arrival in Cloghane. The choices are:
Option 1, The Ultra route, 45km: Bus departs Blennerville at 5.30am and there is a walk from Dingle via the pilgrim path to Murrioch. There will be a brunch at An Ghaeltacht GAA Club, home of the famous O’Se brothers, and from there, climb Mount Brandon, descending via Sauce Creek and finally finishing at Cloghane.
Option 2, 34km: Departing Blennerville at 5.30am, walking from Dingle via the pilgrim path to Murrioch. There will be a brunch at An Ghaeltacht GAA Club, going back on the ancient path, walking through the valley, right under the Conor Pass and finishing in Cloghane.
Option 3,19km: Depart Blennerville at 7.15am and walk from Murrioch via Cosán na Naomh through the valley and under the Conor Pass to finish in Cloghane or walk from Murrioch and climb Mount Brandon, descending via Sauce Creek to finish in Cloghane.
Buses back to the clubhouse in Blennerville will be provided where there will be showers available for those who need it.
There will also be an evening of entertainment in Quane’s Bar Blennerville where participants will be treated to an evening of food and drinks. This Challenge gives locals and tourists alike a great opportunity to experience the stunning scenery that West Kerry has to offer in a fun, safe and challenging environment.
This year’s route is slightly shorter than last year but don’t be fooled as the Ultra section more than makes up for it. Registration can be completed online via this link: https://www.myclubfinances.com/memberships_cart_m.asp?LL_ID=1348&intMF_ID=2741
Juvenile-Academy
U6: Our Academy boys and girls had yet another impressive turnout last Sunday on our astro turf and everyone had lots of fun learning their skills. Congratulations to Tommy, Hugh and Grace Costello who were our players of the week. Well done to all involved.
U8: Another great session was enjoyed by this young group of emerging stars, with a lot of fun and games had during the hour. It is great and encouraging to see all the kids improving weekly.
U10: St Pats under 10’s Academy were training again last Sunday on home turf. There was a great turnout of players all eager to show off their skills. Its was great to see all the players putting in a great effort especially Daniel Sheehy, Kayla O’Connor, Mark O’Brien and Gary Scollard. We are due to play Annascaul in Camp Sunday 14th at 11am we will confirm same during the week. It’s important everyone keeps practicing their football and running skills at home during the week..Naomh Padraig abú.
U12: Our U12’s mixed team lost to Asdee/Ballylongford last Sunday in the final game of Phase 1 of the County League on a score line of Asdee/Ballylongford 3-18 St Pats 0-9. Our scorers on the day were Paddy Moran and Thomas Sheehy (3 points each), Caoimhe Dairo, Keelin Enright and Siobhan O’Sullivan (1 point each). We now await the grouping for the second phase of the league.
U14: We are at home against St Mary’s this Wednesday in the County League. Throw-in is at 7pm.
U16: Hard luck to our U16’s who lost in the semi-finals of the Central Region League Division 3 to Castleisland Desmonds last Monday
Minors
Unfortunately, our boys were unable to repeat their heroics of the previous week in the final played last Friday evening in Finuge losing out to Moyvane/Tarbert on a score line of 2-20 to our 10 points. It is a harsh defeat and it is hoped it will stand to them in the future as they have been impressive in the games leading up to the final.
Co. Junior Football Leagues 2017
This League commences on Friday 19th May with games at 7.30 pm and we have been drawn in Group 2 with Ballydonoghue, John Mitchels, Listowel Emmets, Na Gaeil and Moyvane. Detailed fixtures to follow later.
Senior Football Championship
Best of Luck to St Brendan’s Seniors, especially the St Pats contingent of Seamus Murphy, manager and senior team players comprising of Willie Hurley, Kevin O’Shea, David O’Callaghan, Luke Mulligan, Liam O’Sullivan, Paul McMahon and Brendan Poff who will play Kilcummin in the first round of the Senior Football Championship next weekend, having seen off the challenge of Shannon Rangers last week.
Cul Camp 2017
The St Pats Cul Camp will take place between the 7th and 11th of August from 10am to 2.30pm everyday.
The Camp provides bosy and girls between the ages of 6 and 13 with action packed and fun-filled week of activities during the summer holidays. Cost is €60 per child with reductions (€50 for second child and €40 for third and fourth child) for additional members of the family. Booking can be made online at the Cul Camp official website or on the first morning of the Camp. Each child will receive FREE Kellog’s GAA gear and backpack.
Congratulations
Well done to the pupils of Blennerville NS and our other U8 players who received their First Holy Communion last Saturday. A special word of thanks to all who helped prepare the children for this very special event.
To Noelle O Connor and Conor Burke who got married recently.
Ardfert Retreat Centre
Diocesan Adoration Day: Led by Fr. Bernard Healy, C.C., on Thurs. 1st June 9.30am-4.00pm.
Self Care Day: Practical skills for stress management and emotional wellness, Sat. 3rd June 9.45am-4.00pm. Contact: Anna O’Donoghue 0879447105 Ref. capacitar-Ireland.org
Our Lady of Fatima 1st Sat Monthly Devotion: Sat. 3rd June 4.00pm-6.00pm.
A Doorway into Stillness: A day of Spiritual Nourishment for mind and body led by Antoinette Dilsworth RSJ, Sat. 10th June 10.30am-4.30pm.
A Day with Mary: Celebrate the Centenary of Our Lady of Fatima preached by Rt. Rev. Msgr. Dan O’Riordan P.P. Castleisland, Sat. 17th June 10.30am-4.30pm.
Growing Old Gracefully: Welcome to a Guided Participative Experience facilitated by: John Dunne & Kathy Cunningham. Friday 28th-Sunday 30th July.
Enrich your Faith: Foyer of Light, Charity and Love 5 day Silent Retreat preached by Fr. Kilian Byrne, Aug 7th-13th. Contact Helen 0861678027.
Sympathy
The club would like to extend its sympathy to the family and friends of Gerard Webster Ballyard.
