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Austin Stacks GAA Juvenile Club News

Austin StacksPEIL FAOI 6/8/10:

Yes, we’re back! We’ll swing into action for the 2015 season on Sunday next, January 11th, in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym. The following are the starting times for the different age groups: (i) UNDER 6 (born 2010/2009) @ 10am; (ii) UNDER 8 (born 2008/2007) @ 11am; (iii) UNDER 10 (born 2006/2005) @ 12.00. Note your trainers further down! We want to see everybody! Bígí ullamh agus réidh, a bhuachaillí óga na Carraige! Bíodh na geansaithe nite, snas ar bhróga, brístí peile iarnálta agus stocaí réidh!

PEIL FAOI 14:

Our Under 14 season will get under way this weekend (text to follow) as we prepare for our annual visit to the famed Nemo Rangers Club, Cork, on January 31st/February 1st for their annual Mick O’Brien Tournament. Chun oibre linn, mar sin, a leaideanna! No winter blues in this club…’tis all Black’n’Amber!
SCÓR NA SINSEAR: Senior Scór will take place in a month or so. We need a music group, a figure dance and a group of set dancers. Information on competitions on the Kerry GAA website (Cultúr).

AN BHLIAIN 2015:

A successful and well attended JUVENILE Annual General Meeting took place in our Clubhouse last Friday and our leaders for 2015 were chosen mar seo a leanas: An tUachtarán~ Mícheál Ó hAodha; An Cathaoirleach~ Tim Mac Mathúna; An Leaschathaoirleach~ Nollaig Ó Conaill; An Rúnaí~ Mícheál Ó Loingsigh; TDB Delegate~ Seán Ó Slatara; Registrars~ Bernie Mannix, Colm Ó Mongáin; Grianghrafadóireacht~ Adrienne Mhic Lochlainn; OCP~ B.Caball. Seo iad ár mBAINISTEOIRÍ/MEANTÓIRÍ don séasúr atá romhainn amach: U6 Football~ Tim McMahon, William Kirby, Martin Courtney, Pa Laide, others to be added. U8 Football~ Morgan O’Connell, Colm Mangan, D.Carmody, Kieran Murphy, Brian Shanahan, Michael Lynch. U10 Football~ Liam Lynch, Richie Conway, Éamonn Heaslip, Ronan Kavanagh, Eamon Scanlan. U12 Football~ Armin Heinrich, Jimmy Charles, Batty Bastible, Tom Foley, Denis Sayers, Pat Carmody. U14 Football~ Dave Scanlon, John Purcell, Seán Purcell, John Chester, Ronan Kavanagh, Tim McMahon. U16 Football~ Gerry Fitzmaurice, Ed O’Connor, Nicholas Gogarty, Kieran Kelliher, Mike Casey, Michael Clifford. Minor Football~ John O’Sullivan, Gene O’Donnell, Éamonn Ó Raghailligh, Brian Ó Muireagáin.

FÉILIRE 2015:

The 2015 club calendar is still on sale at O’Connell’s Pharmacy, Nolan’s Garage, The Greyhound, Spar Caherslee, Gala Caherslee, Barry’s Shop and The Rock Club. Pinginí will go to our club’s juvenile department.

THE CLUB MUG:

The Austin Stack Club souvenir mug, on which your name can be printed…066-7194837, may be purchased at‘Office and Ink’, Rock Street, Tralee. Costas: €10….dear for a cupa tae but a lovely mug!

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John Mitchels GAA Club News

MitchelsSENIOR TOWN CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL

The Semi-Final of the Championship is now scheduled for Saturday January 17th 2015 at 7.00 p.m. in the Mitchels Complex.

The Final is fixed for Sunday January 31st at 2.00 pm in Ballymac.

BINGO

Our Bingo continues on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday nights. Bingo is a vital fundraiser for the Club and all funds raised from the Bingo goes directly back into the Club and all support is greatly appreciated.

Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.

CLUB BAR

Bookings for Parties etc. can be made by phoning 066 7197070

LOTTO

30/12/2014 No Winner
Numbers drawn – 6 – 11 – 20 – 26-
Consolation prize winners
€100 – Paul Coffey c/o Helen
€25 – Damien Ginty c/o Patrons
€25 – Dan O’Brien c/o Paddy
€25 – John O’Halloran c/o Patrons
€25 – Ciaran White c/o Catherine
€25 – Denis Buckley c/o Patrons

Next draw 06/01/2015 – Jackpot €6,100

JOHN MITCHELS SPORTS COMPLEX

Our Sports Complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings on the Sports Hall and All Weather pitch. The Complex is also open for children’s parties. Further information contact the Club reception on 066 7197070.

SYMPATHY

To the family of Mary B (Birdie) Sugrue (nee O’Sullivan, Lisbeg, Oakpark, Tralee/Blackrock, Dublin;
To the family of Hester Eileen Hill (nee Jermyn), Balllymacelligott, Tralee;
To the family of Brian Crowley, Kilfenora, Fenit, Tralee;
To the family of Sr. Felicitas Joy, Presentation Convent, Tralee;
To the family of Jack Finnerty, Killeen, Gortatlea, Tralee;
To the family of James Dominic O’Brien, Rockwood Park, Cahermoneen & Strand St, Tralee;
To the family of John Molyneaux, Castlewood Park, Killerisk, Tralee/Ballymacelligott, Tralee.

May they Rest in Peace

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Ballymacelligott Club News 11/08/14

BallymacLOTTO
The Lotto was held in O Riadas on 4th August 2014 for a jackpot of €2,600. The numbers drawn were 7,16,26,28. There was no winner.

Lucky Dips
1. Jim Leahy c/o Paula Silles
2. Eileen Moriarty c/o Paula Silles
3. Regina Coggins, Chutehall
4. Brendan Mannix, Ballydwyer
5. Mark O Connor, Scart

Sellers prize : Paula Silles. Jackpot is now worth €2,700 and can be played online at www.ballymacgaa.com

SENIORS
As the Co. League enters the home straight we welcome An Ghaeltacht to Ballymac on Sunday next, August 17th. Following victory in their last two outings, hopefully two more valuable Co. League points can be attained. Throw in time is 2.00pm. Supporters are advised to cheque Twitter, Facebook and Website for any changes to this fixture.

JUNIORS
Ballymacelligott played host to Ballydonoghue in the preliminary round of the Barrett Cup on Friday last at 7pm. Ballymac opened the scoring with a point from Jonathan Keane. Ballydonoghue responded quickly with three points in the trot . Shane Dowling put Ballymac ahead when he goaled ten minutes into the first half. Ballydonoghue responded with two points from frees and one from play. Ballymac had three more points before half time, two from Christopher Leen and one more from Jonathan Keane. Ballydonoghue goaled on the stroke of half time to leave the score Ballymac 1.4 to Ballydonoghue 1.6

Ballydonoghue started the second half the brighter with Jack Foley scoring two points. Christopher Leen kept Ballymac in touch with two points from frees. Ballydonoghue tagged on three more points to let them 5 ahead with fifteen minutes to go. Ballymac dug deep and Ruairi Rahilly started a great comeback with a point from a free. Shane Dowling then goaled for the second time. The equalising score came from a free by Christopher Leen. Ballydonoghue went ahead with a point from a 45. Ruairi Rahilly cancelled out this with a point from play. With five minutes to go Ballydonoghue edged ahead again with a point from a free. Ballymac responded with a point from play by Maurice Leen. This was to be the last score of the game and the final score was Ballymacelligott 2.10 Ballydonoghue 1.13

BALLYMAC TEAM Padraig O Connor , Sean Brosnan, Johnny O Connor, Denis Leen , Brendan O Donnell , Sean Savage, Mike Broderick, Christopher Leen , Alan Bonn , Gerard Browne , Kevin Sweeney, Jonathan Keane , Shane Dowling, Maurice Leen. Subs: Jonathan Brick , Ruairi Rahilly, Micheal Madden , Kelvin Reidy , Tom Lyons

ST. KIERANS
Best wishes to St. Kierans U21 Team who are due to play Kenmare District in Fitzgerald Stadium on this Wednesday, August 13th in the U21 Co. Championship Final.

KERRY V MAYO
On Sunday August 24th, Kerry play Mayo in the All Ireland Minor and Senior Semi Finals. Any Club member who requires tickets for this game is asked to contact Club Secretary Fionnan Fitzgerald, 087 9860411.

COISTE NA NOG

FAOI 16: Ballymac 2-08 Scart/Cordal 3-12
We played the semi final of U16 County League last Wednesday evening at home to Cordal/Scart, in wonderful conditions but after a titanic struggle we just came up short. Great credit must be given to the players on the night who put in a huge effort. We like to wish Cordal/Scart the best of luck in the final.

FAOI 14 : BALLYMAC 2-7 ARDFERT 0-6
We won our first trophy of the season in the Central Region Division 3 final played at home on bank holiday Monday against Ardfert. A low scoring game, with our first points coming from Josh and Daire Keane. Brian Lonergan and Tadhg Brick were doing well at midfield, Tadhg passing to Josh who soloed through for a super goal. Further points were scored by Daire Keane(2) and Liam O’Brien while at the other end good defending and poor shooting kept Ardfert’s score down. A Daire Keane free was misjudged by the goalie and Dara Chawke was on hand to finish to the net. Dylan McHugh, Diarmuid Lynch and James Carmody all helped us to lead at half time 2-6 to 0-1 Daire Keane getting another point.

It was all Ardfert in the second half as they piled on the pressure. Tremendous defensive work was done by Barry Lyons , Josh and Dara Leen who were ably assisted by Cathal Dunne, Eoin Culloty, Liam O’Brien, Kevin Lenihan and Davy Rodgers who was on man marking duties. Ardfert came forward in droves yielding four points and luckily for us at least as many wides. Chances were scarce for us our only score a Daire Keane point mid way through the half. Ardfert got another point but could got not get the goal they needed and credit for this must go to our defensive set up.

A comfortable winning margin though it might have been closer had Ardfert not had so many wides. Damien McCarthy secretary of the central region thanked sponsors Kellihers garage and also Jer Lynch and Ballymac club for use of the pitch. He then presented the man of the match award to a deserving Josh O’Keeffe. A delighted captain Daire Keane accepted the winning trophy and thanked mentors Tony, Gene, Willie, Martin and Mike. Thanks to Paula, Deirdre, Siobhan, and Trish who provided refreshments afterwards and also to Orla Keane who sang the national anthem. TEAM B Lyons, K Lenihan, C Dunne,E Culloty,L O’Brien, J O’Keeffe, D Leen, T Brick, B Lonergan, D McHugh, D Rodgers, J Carmody, D Chawke, D Keane (capt) D Lynch..Subs D Broderick, J Mc Donnell, D Dunne, E Leahy, C Nolan, D Nolan, J Sugrue, D Lenihan, J Lowe D Lynch, A Jah.

Ballymac U14 team with the Central Region Div 3 Trophy which they won after defeating Ardfert last Monday 4th Aug in the final played at Ballymac Pitch on a scorline of 2 07 to 0 06. Ballymac's Josh O Keeffe also picked up the Man of the Match award.
Ballymac U14 team with the Central Region Div 3 Trophy which they won after defeating Ardfert last Monday 4th Aug in the final played at Ballymac Pitch on a scorline of 2 07 to 0 06. Ballymac’s Josh O Keeffe also picked up the Man of the Match award.

FAOI 11: On Saturday our under elevens travelled to Firies to play in the local blitz. We played three games against Fr Caseys ,Dr Crokes and Glenflesk. We were unlucky in the first game against a big physical Fr Caseys team, going under by a couple of points in the end. Our team gave it their all and players to impress in this game were Cathal Culloty, Gary Lynch, Mark O’ Connor and Darragh Sweeney. Against Dr Crokes we played very well in the first half and led by 2 points at half time having conceded a late goal before the break. Our lads continued to play brilliantly in the second half and looked to have the game won only for Crokes to snatch a goal on the stroke of full time to win by the narrowest of margins. Players to impress in this game were Ryan Mc Hugh, Thomas O’Connor, James Kenny, Adam Kelly and Padraig O’Sullivan.

In our third game against Glenflesk ,we again displayed some great skill. Two superb goals from Denis Brosnan and Donal Daly had us in a great position, but Glenflesk hit us on the break with two goals in two minutes, to win by two points in a cracking game of football. Players to impress in this game were James Bailey, Adam O’Keeffe and Maurice O Connell. Well done to everyone involved , many thanks to Firies GAA for making it a wonderful day and to all the parents who travelled to Firies bringing with them wonderful support for the boys.

Last Tuesday evening we welcomed St. Pats to Ballymac in Round 5 of Coiste Trá Lí league. In sunny conditions the crowd were treated to a wonderful game of football & great credit must be given to both sets of players on the evening. We have Austin Stacks left to play in this competition, which has been put back to a later date.

 

ACADEMY: Many Thanks to Na Gaeil for inviting our U8’s & U6’s in to Tralee on Sunday morning for a mini blitz. The U6 boys fully participated for the duration of Blitz and in particular Cian Gilroy, Micheal Quirke, John Leen, Eoghan Joy, Aaron Crean and Ryan Burke were very impressive on the day. Mile Buiochas also to St. Pats for inviting in U10 boys. Those who impressed on the day were Diarmuid Galvin, Eoin Creedon, Niall Collins, Sean Rice and Aidan Horgan. Well Done to all age groups that attended Academy on Sunday morning despite the wet conditions. A great effort was also put in by the U10 girls. Keep up the great work.

SYMPATHY
The Club wishes to offer its sympathy to the family of Sean Geaney, Reamore who died recently. Also condolonces to the Cooper family Killarney on the death of Mrs Maureen Cooper. Her son Colm was to attend the Opel Sponsored U10 Blitz due to be played in Castleisland last Saturday. As a mark of respect this was cancelled and it is hoped this will be played at a future date.

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St Pats GAA Club News

St PatsLotto:

There was no winner of last week’s jackpot of €11,500. The numbers drawn were 04, 06, 13 & 14. The five €30 consolation prizes went to N & D Ashe, Keel; Mary Lyons c/o Tony Casey; Margaret Kelliher, Rock St; Donal Brosnan, Lohercannon & again Margaret Kelliher, Lohercannon. This week’s jackpot will be €11,600 and the draw will take place this Sunday night July 27th at 10pm in O’Dwyer’s Bar. Lotto tickets available from the usual outlets or any club officer.

Juniors:

Junior County League Division 5 Final: St Pats 4-06 Duagh 2-07

Pride of place this week goes to our Junior team who won their respective county league final last Thursday night. The final was played in Knocknagoshel in perfect conditions with both teams giving us a very entertaining game of football. Duagh started very well and were up 1-02 to 0-01 after 6 minutes with Sean Dowling getting our point. We were slow to start but with Jeffrey Foley and Anthon O’Callaghan beginning to dominate midfield, we came into the match strongly.

In the 10th minute, Thomas (Massi) O’Sullivan finished a well worked move to the net as we took control of the game and two minutes later, the same player scored his second goal with the score of the game as the ball was worked from the corner back up the field with eight players involved. David Kerins got a point in the 13th minute to lead by 2-02 to 1-02.

Brandon Boyle scored a goal in the 17th minute after been set up by more attacking play from our wing backs Jake Foley and Paudie O’Connor with Jordan Conway also involved. Brendain Savage was playing well and got his reward in the 24th minute when he finished another move with a goal with James Costello involved in setting him up for a well taken score.

We were dominant all over the field at this stage. Jake Foley and Jordan Conway scored two more points and we were leading by11 pts in the 28 min of the first half. However, we were guilty of a couple of bad wides and we were punished in injury time as Duagh scored a well take goal to take the lead down to 8 points at half time. St Pats 4-04 Duagh 2-02.

The second half began with Duagh scoring 3 points to reduce the lead to 5 points. The backs were under pressure as Duagh looked for a goal but John (Fizzy) Fitzgerald in goals was not going to be beaten and his full back line of Killian Quirke, Jack Quilter and Joe Costello were on top as they foiled several attempts at goal that Duagh so badly needed. David Kerins scored a point in the 42nd minute to put us up by 6 points and in the 44th minute, Massi scored a well take point before he was replaced due to injury by Simon Daughton who played very well when introduced into the game.

Duagh got two more points to reduce the score to 5 points. At this stage, Paul O Sullivan, Aidan O Halloran & Eoghan Dillane came into the game and worked hard for the team. As time ran out, Duagh went for broke but our defence stood strong to hold out for a great win. Both sides deserve great credit for a sporting match.

A special mention for our 8 minors who all contributed to the winning of the league and in doing so picked up a third county league medal in as many years. After the final whistle, Tim Murphy from the County Boardpresented Anthon O’Callaghan (Cpt) with the trophy who gave a wonderful speech as gaeilge thanking all involved in this great win.

Team-John (Fizzy) Fitzgerald, Killian Quirke, Joe Costello, Jack Quilter, Paudie O Connor, James Costello, Jake Foley(0-01), Jeffrey Foley, Anthon O’Callaghan (Cpt), Jordan Conway(0-01), Brendan Savage(1-00), Sean Dowling(0-01), Brandon Boyle(1-00), Thomas (Massi) O Sullivan (2-01), David Kerins (0-02), Simon Daughton, Paul O’Sullivan, Aidan O’Halloran & Eoghan Dillane.

Seniors:

Our seniors resume county league action this weekend where they travel to Gneevguilla to take on the locals. The game is fixed for Sunday with a throw-in time of 3:30pm. We wish the team and management the best of luck. Cúl Camps: The Kellogg’s GAA Football Camp will take place in Blennerville from next Monday 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. Registration is online at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie. We encourage as many of our juvenile players to register.

Juvenile Academy:

Our Juvenile Academy returns this Sunday after a short summer break with games for our Under 6’s & Under 8’s versus Ballymacelligott in Blennerville. Unfortunately, the Ballymacelligott Under 10 team will be participating in a blitz elsewhere so our Under 10’s will have training as usual. All players to be at the clubhouse at 10:30am as normal.

Under 11’s:

Our u11’s had a busy week last week playing 2 matches. We played on Tuesday night at home against Kerins O’Rahillys but unfortunately we were well beaten by a stronger team. On Thursday night we travelled to Ardfert and we saw a much improved performance from our boys only beaten by 6 points.

Under 12’s:

Our u12’s travelled to Killarney last Wednesday to participate in a well organised blitz in Fitzgerald’s Stadium. Our boys played 3 games against Castlegregory, Currow and Kerins O’Rahillys making their club very proud winning 2 out of 3. All players were treated with an unexpected surprise when they met Kerry footballer Fionn Fitzgerald followed by a tour of Fitzgerald’s stadium. A fun day was had by all players and to finish off a great day, our players were treated to McDonalds.

Well done to all involved. Under 13’s: Our u13’s played away to Austin Stacks on Sunday evening but due to a shortage of players, we were beaten in the end. It was a very tight first half with both sides showing great skill and determination. Martin Savage opened our scoreline scoring 2 consecutive goals.

We failed to score any points in the first half while Austin Stacks were popping the ball over the bar. Before half time Cormac Lynch planted the ball into the net after receiving a great ball from Matthew Quilter.

Once again Niall McCarthy played a blinder in goals allowing no ball to pass him in the first half. Half time score Austin Stacks 0-11 St Pats 3-0. In the second half after missing numerous scoring opportunities, Danny Greaney lobbed the goal keeper scoring our fourth goal in the game.

We eventually saw our first point of the game from Martin and he followed this with another fine point. We scored very little in the second half and Matthew Quilter scored our final point just before the final whistle.

Team: Niall McCarthy, Samuel Abubaker, Brian Teahan, Kieran O’Donoghue, Ian McCarthy, David Faido, Martin Savage(2-2), Cathal Fitzgibbon, Cormac Lynch(1-0), Aaron O’Brien, Michael Doody, Danny Greaney(1-0) and Matthew Quilter(0-1).

Under 16’s:

Our Under 16’s had a good away win over Ballyduff in the Central League last week on a score line of 1-9 to 1-5. They are scheduled to play Fossa Wednesday night July 23rd at 7:30pm over in Fossa. All players to be at the clubhouse at 6pm.

St Brendan’s Teams:

Commiserations to the St Brendan’s Minor team who were well beaten by Shannon Rangers in Round 3 of the Senior County Championship last Friday night. The St Brendan’s U21 team will also play Shannon Rangers in Ardfert in Round Two of theCounty Championship on Monday July 21st at 7pm.

We wish all the St Pats Players & Selector Jim Moriarty the best of luck.

Bootcamp Hits Blennerville:

St Pats are pleased to announce that the club will be running a 6 week bootcamp at the field every Monday & Wednesday evening beginning on Bank Holiday Monday August 4th. The camp will be run by senior player Eoin Murray. Eoin is a certified personal trainer and also holds both primary and masters degrees in Sports Science & Coaching.

Classes will be one hour in duration from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. It will be suitable for male and female and will be set up to cater for all fitness levels from beginner upwards. All classes will take place on the field so if it rains, you just get wet! It is a bootcamp after all. Cost is €90 for the 12 classes with €50 to be paid upfront and €40 2 weeks later.

This includes an initial screening on the first day. Participants can also take part on a individual class basis of €10 per session. If you are interested in taking part, message us on Facebook or contact Eoin directly on 086-3725255.

Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis.

Blennerville Show & Gymkhana:

Kerry Pony Society presents their Annual Show and Gymkhana at Blennerville Tralee Co. Kerry on Sunday the 27th of July, by kind permission of the Hurley Family. There will be Showing Classes, Riding Classes, Show Jumping for all levels beginning at10am and a Novelty Pet Dog Show at 3pm. Fun for all the family. Entries taken on the day, Contact Nuala Dawson on 086 8692070 or Eric Quinlan on 087 2939218 for a schedule. Find us on Facebook ( Blennerville Show).

Area Mass

The Lohercannon / Hare Street and Blennerville Residents’ Association wish to thank everyone who was involved in the preparation and organisation of our area mass, which was held last week. It was a wonderful success and would not have been possible without the generosity of our local business community and residents.

Sympathy

The club would also like to extend its sympathy to the families & relatives of Mary Ryan Nee Murphy, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon and formerly of Derrymore West. Richard O’Connell, Blennerville; Doreen Kenny, Caherslee & James Powell, Clonmore. May They Rest In Peace.