UNDER 6 BOYS & GIRLS

Our under6 boys and girls trained as usual last Sunday . The numbers are increasing every week and its great to see all the boys and girls out enjoying themselves. We concentrated on the basic skills and they all did really well . The session ended with a game of catch the coach which everyone participated with great enthusiasm. See you all next Sunday

UNDER 8 BOYS

John Mitchels U8 Boy’s were due to play Fires this weekend but unfortunately due to the bad weather we postponed it till next week so instead we a fantastic training session where concentrated on Ball Work Hand passing & kicking.

Next session will be next Thursday 5.30pm to 6.45pm until then folks keep on practicing!!

UNDER 10 BOYS

Unfortunately the weather played havoc with our fixtures last week. We had to cancel the session on Thursday evening & postpone our game against Firies on Sunday due to the weather forecast. However we did train indoors on Sunday morning & had a very enjoyable session in the hall. Hopefully the weather will be more kind this week & our Thursday session will take place from 5.30 to 7pm.

UNDER 8 & 10 GIRLS

Training continues next Sunday in Ballyseedy at 10.30am. All welcome

UNDER 12’s

Training for the u12s continues at 5.30 at the club Tuesday and Thursday. Only a few weeks left so try and make it.

UNDER 14 BOYS

Training on Monday evenings at 6-30pm to 8pm full attendance required.

U16 BOYS

Training continues Monday and Friday 6:30pm.

U14 GIRLS

John Mitchel’s Girl’s training continues every Wednesday evening

U12S 6.00pm to 7.00pm

U14S 7.00pm to 8.00pm

New players always welcome.

SENIOR LADIES

John Mitchel’s senior ladies have qualified for the Division 3 cup final V Castlegregory/Annascaul on Sunday October 18th. Time TBC. Training continues next week.

IMPORTANT NOTICE RE DOGS ON THE JOHN MITCHEL’S GAA GROUNDS

Once again, we remind everyone that dogs are not permitted on our GAA Grounds at any time. Of late dogs have been in the pitches and this ruins our play area for all our children and for Health and Safety reasons it is not permitted. We please ask all patrons to be mindful of this and to heed signs on our grounds that ask that dogs not be brought on the John Mitchel’s GAA grounds.

Would you like your child to pick up a disease from dog droppings?

Please respect all children who use our grounds.

 

CLOTHES COLLECTION:

In association with saint Vincent de Paul, there is now a clothes collection bin on site at John Mitchel’s Complex in Ballyseedy so please donate any unwanted clothes and textiles (clean re-wearable clothes, paired shoes, curtains, and towels). All donations are much appreciated.

 

JOHN MITCHEL’S SPORTS COMPLEX:

Our sports complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings on the Sports Hall and All-Weather pitch. For further information contact the club reception on 066 7197070.

 

MERCHANDISE:

Please note that all club merchandise is now available for purchasing online at the following link https://www.oneills.com/shop-by-team/gaa/ireland/john-mitchels-gaa-kerry.html  and is no longer for sale at our complex in Ballyseedy. Please also note that our club colours are – green and gold jerseys, white togs and green and gold socks.

 

CONDOLENCES:

To the families and friends of:

Anna Douglas (née Conroy) Reidy’s Terrace, Rock Street, Tralee and formerly of Urban Terrace, Boherbee, Tralee

Micheál Kerins Cockleshell Road, The Kerries, Tralee,

Patrick Moriarty Late of London, England and formerly of 54 Kevin Barry`s Villas, Tralee

Michael Breen The Cottage, Doon, Tralee

Leone Heaslip (née Kerins) Cloonbeg Terrace, Ballymullen, Tralee

Barry Nunan of Urban Terrace and formerly St. Brendan’s Park, Tralee

Eddie McMahon of Blackpool, The Spá, Tralee,

May they rest in peace

 

CLUB MEETING – INFORMATION SESSION:
A John Mitchels Club Information meeting will be held for all members on Monday September 26th at 7.30 p.m. in John Joe Sheehy Road. All members are requested to attend this important information meeting.

STRICTLY COME DANCING:

Tickets are now for sale in the following outlets:

O’Mahonys Bakery, Boherbee

O’Donoghues Pharmacy, Boherbee

Sports field Bar, Boherbee

Gallys Bar & Restaurant, Castlemaine Road

John Mitchels Complex, Ballyseedy

Henneberys Sports Shop, Ashe St, Tralee

Or Tickets can be purchased directly by phoning:

Rosemary Broderick. 087 2413342

Theresa Deane. 087 9357435

MERCHANDISE:

Please note that all club merchandise is now available for purchasing only through Henneberys Sports Shop, Ashe St, Tralee and is no longer for sale at our complex in Ballyseedy.
Please also note that our Club colours are – Green and Gold Jerseys, White togs and Green and Gold socks.

SENIOR LADIES:

Senior ladies training continues Thursday at 7.00 p.m. U16 ladies who wish to
keep there fitness levels up are welcome to join in.

U14 ladies
Training continues on Thursdays at 6.30 pm.

LOTTO

13/09/2016 – Numbers drawn: 3, 9, 10, 12
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Anthony Clifford c/o Paddy
€25 – Christy Flaherty c/o Bertie
€25 – Catherine Dempsey c/o Catherine
€25 – Brian Switzer c/o Bertie
€25 – Paddy O’Mahony c/o Paddy
Next draw – 20/9/2016 – Jackpot €1,600

FUNDRAISER:

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CLOSING DATE IS NOW EXTENDED TO OCTOBER 27th.
Please donate any unwanted Clothes and Textiles (clean re-wearable clothes, paired shoes, belts, handbags, curtains, towels, bed linen, soft toys are accepted) as well as Mobile Phones and Laptops (please keep these items in a separate bag). Where possible please donate at least 3+ bags – this really does raise much needed funds for our Club. Please drop items to the the Complex.

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.
Follow all our Bingo news on our newly launched Facebook page.
Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE:
Juvenile training for 2016 continues on Sunday next in John Mitchels Centre of Excellence, Camp, Ballyseedy.

U12 Boys
We play in the Castleisland District Final next Friday 23rd Sept at 6-30pm in Scartaglen.
We will be playing Scartaglen in the final.
All support welcome.

U10s:
We hosted Na Gael last Sunday in very wet conditions. Both teams put on a good display despite the conditions. Ben, Cody, Ted, Cillian and Luke played some great football. Mark, Joseph, Jaden and Paddy worked hard and put in some great tackles. Sam, Darragh, Andrew, Jack and Will showed great skill and made a great impression. Cian, Darragh and the rest of the lads are showing great improvement and I am sure everyone is looking forward to the game against Firies next Sunday. Meet at John Mitchels club at 9.30 to arrange lifts as there is no bus. We will be at the pitch in Farranfore at 10.15a.m. and throw in at 10.30 a.m. Remember your gum shields.

U6 BOYS AND GIRLS:
Training continues every Sunday 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon.

U-8 & U-10 LADIES:
Training continues every Sunday 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon.

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 Jeremiah Hickey, Chutehall, Tralee
To the family of Catherine Cahill, Blackpool, The Spa, Tralee
To the family of Catherine Barry, Springhill, Chutehall, Tralee
To the family of Philip Ruane, Princes St, Tralee
To the family of Patricia (Pat) Harty (nee Chute), Caherslee and C.H. Chemists Tralee
To the family of Denis Paul Enright, Monavalley, Tralee and formerly of Lisanearla Abbeydorney and London
To the family of Eileen Brosnan, (nee McCarthy), Kerins Park, Tralee and formerly of Lixnaw
May they Rest in Peace

SENIOR TEAM:

Co. League Round 3 John Mitchels v Dr Crokes
We played Round 3 of the Co League against Dr Crokes last Saturday evening. Crokes came out tops being the stronger and more experienced team.

Round 4: Home to Castleisland Desmond’s (5th June)
Round 6: Away to Glenbeigh/Glencar (12th June)
Round 7: Away to Kenmare (19th June)
Round 8: Home to Legion (2nd July)
Round 9: Home to Austin Stacks (24th July)
Round 10: Home to Dingle (14th August)
Round 11: Away to Kerins O’Rahilly’s (4th or 25th Sept)

Intermediate Championship:

We are now play Spa at Home next Sunday April 17th at 2.30 p.m. in the 1st Round of the Intermediate Championship.
ALL SUPPORT APPRECIATED.

SENIOR LADIES:

The ladies game which was due to be played on Sunday last was cancelled due to the weather. This game will be rescheduled as soon as a date becomes available. Training continues on Friday evening from 7 to 8 p.m.

C TEAM:

Please note that a meeting will take place at Ballyseedy next Wednesday April 13th at 7.00 p.m. All interested are welcome. If you cannot make it, please text John at 085 7209986.

MINORS:

We had a good draw away to Churchill on Tuesday last (5th April) in our final round of the Co League on a score of 2-11 to 2-11. We had the advantage of a strong wind in the opening half but only went in at half-time leading by 2-5 to 2-3. Our goals were both well taken by Gary Howard and Conor Hurley.

We looked to be facing a difficult task after Churchill drew level in the opening minutes of the 2nd half, but we played some great football into the strong wind for the remainder of the game to secure an important draw. Pat Kearney had an outstanding game and was well assisted in the backline by Mark Ryle and Eoin Barden. Conor Hurley and Jack Myers were hugely influential in midfield, while up front Gary Howard, Mikey Walsh and Ger Tobin impressed.

Team: Dylan O Shea, Mark Ryle, Darren Daly, Aaron Pitman, Eoin Barden, Pat Kearney, Conor Hurley (1-2) Jack Myers, Darcy O’Sullivan, Mikey Walsh (0-5), Johnny Downey, Gary Howard (1-1) Owen Breen (0-1) Ger Tobin (0-1) Joe Griffin (0-1) Darrion Hurley

We have now qualified for the semi-final of the Co League where we will be away to Churchill, date to be confirmed.

U16 DIVISION 2 FIXTURES, ROUNDS 2 AND 3

Round 2, John Mitchels v Legion Thursday April 14th, 7pm
Round 3 Listowel Emmets v John MitchelsThursday April 28th, 7pm

U14 BOYS:

Remaining fixtures
13/4 Keel/Listry (away ) 7pm
20/4 Knock/Brosna (away )7pm
27/5 Currow (home) 7pm

U14 LADIES:

We began our U14 Co League last Sunday v Firies in Ballyseedy last Sunday. Played in ideal conditions our first game of the year in the Co League started off at a fast pace and 4 points from Rachel Kilgallen gave us an early lead. Both teams exchanged scores and half time score Mitchels 0-4 Firies 1-2.
Second half Mitchels pushed hard and were rewarded with 2 goals by Ruth Moriarty. Firies pushed hard for scores but excellent defending by captain Julie Foley and Erica O Connor and great goalkeeping by Kerry Oba kept Firies at bay. Late in the game we conceded a goal after intense pressure. Final score Mitchels 2-4 Firies 4-2. Well done girls you never stopped trying.

Next game Sun 10th April v Beale Ballyduff.

Training continues on Thursday at 6.00 p.m. Best wishes to Clara Callaghan on a speedy recovery after last Sundays game.

U-14 FEILE:

Our ladies U14 team have been drawn in Div 4 as host of Louth champions in this years Feile in Kerry. Loads more to come on Feile over coming weeks. The official launch of Feile 2016 will take place in Brosna GAA Club on May 9th.

U12 BOYS:

Phase 1 of the County League began on Sunday last April 3rd with a home game against Cordal. The Mitchels boys gave a great display of football and had a good win on the night. Final score John Mitchels 4-10 Cordal 2-2.
James and Darragh M gave great displays in goals, Ciaran W, Jack O’D, Brian, Ciaran F, and Conor all put in a fantastic effort and played very well in the backs. Cian J, Jack F, Cathal, Austin and Jessie worked very hard throughout the game, and Sean, Kian, Darragh, Rory, Shane and Cian D all had a great influence on the game. Well done to all the team.

Round 2 against Gneeveguilla was cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions

Fixtures are as follows:

Round 3: Away to Tarbert, 17th April
Round 4: Home to Beale, 24th April
Round 5: Away to Asdee/Ballylongford, 1st May
Round 2: Away to Gneeveguilla, to be re-fixed

U12 Girls:

Mitchels first game of the County League in which all girls were outstanding. Scorers for Mitchels were Mollie Duggan (2-0), Sophie Reidy (3-0), Linda O’Conner (0-02) Ciara Poultney (0-01). Well done to all the girls.

John Mitchels 5-3 Castlegregory 0-4

U12 Ladies Co League Preliminary Rounds:

Round 1 John Mitchels v Castlegregory April 15th @ 7.00 p.m.
Round 2 Na Gaeil v John Mitchels Tuesday April 12th

MEMBERSHIP

Membership of John Mitchels for 2016 is now due.

2016 Membership fees are as follows:

Patron membership €150 ( this includes adult membership, entry to the weekly lotto and free admission to all

County League games which can be paid by direct debit)

Adult membership €40,
Students/O.A.P €20,
Juvenile boys and girls €20.
Club Registrar George Lowe will be available to collect membership between

7.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays
Ballyseedy Complex

Alternatively George can be contacted on 087 2743161 or at lowegeorge43@yahoo.com

LOTTO:

05/04/2016 – Numbers drawn: 1, 2, 12, 13

No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Alison McEvoy c/o Mark
€25 – Mossie Carroll c/o Patrons
€25 – Kaelen Dunne c/o Sportsfield Bar
€25 – Jamie Power, Bishopstown Gaa, c/o Juveniles
€25 – Claire Connolly c/o Paddy
Next draw – 12/04/2016 – jackpot €1,100

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.
Follow all our Bingo news on our newly launched Facebook page.
Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE:

Juvenile training for 2016 continues on Sunday next in John Mitchels Centre of Excellence, Camp, Ballyseedy.

U-6:

Training will take place on Sunday next from 11.00 a.m.to 12.00 noon. If weather permits, training will take place outdoors.

U-8 BOYS

Training continues on Sunday next from 10.00 to 11.00 a.m.

U-8 & U-10 LADIES:

Training continues on Sunday next from 10.00 to 11.00 a.m.

U-10 BOYS:

Training continues on Sunday next from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon.

LOTTO:

29/03/2016 – Numbers drawn: 11, 13, 25, 28

No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – David Fitzgerald c/o Paddy
€25 – Donal Houlihan c/o Bertie
€25 – Vincent O’Mahony c/o Vincent
€25 – Denis Fitzgerald c/o Patrons
€25 – Mike Locke c/o Paddy
Next draw – 05/04/2016 – Jackpot €1,100

MERCHANDISE:

A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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 Helen McSwiney (nee Milner), Oakview Tralee and formerly of O’Connors Terrace and The Courthouse Tralee
To the family of Terence (Terry, Phil) Healy, Connolly Park and formerly of Mitchels Rd and the ESB Tralee
To the family of Catherine (Kit) Brosnan (nee McMahon), Knockanish, Tralee and formerly of Garryduff, Newcastlewest, Co Limerick
To the family of Josephine O’Rourke, (nee Burkett), Fairway Heights, Tralee
To the family of Fr Denis Leahy, Knockmoyle Tralee and formerly of Reacashla and Brosna
May they Rest in Peace

Juvenile Registration:

Registration took place on Sunday morning last. For those parents who were unable to register their children can still do so by dropping in their forms to Reception at the Ballyseedy complex or giving them to any Officier of the club. It is essential that all juveniles are registered for Health & Safety and Insurance purposes. Closing date for registration is March 31st.

MEMBERSHIP:

Membership of John Mitchels for 2016 is now due.
2016 Membership fees are as follows:
Patron membership €150 ( this includes adult membership, entry to the weekly lotto and free admission to all County League games which can be paid by direct debit),
Adult membership €40,
Students/O.A.P €20,
Juvenile boys and girls €20.
Club Registrar George Lowe will be available to collect membership between

7.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays
Ballyseedy Complex

Alternatively George can be contacted on 087 2743161 or at lowegeorge43@yahoo.com

SENIOR TEAM
Fixtures for the coming year are as follows:

St Brendan’s League
John Mitchels 3-10 v Na Gaeil 2-13
John Mitchels 0-10 v Ardfert 1-10
John Mitchels 3-13 v St Pats 1-12

Coiste Tra Li league
John Mitchels 1-10 v Austin Stacks 0-16
John Mitchels 3-09 v Ballymac 0-08 (double up)
John Mitchels 0-11 v Kerins O’Rahillys 0-07

Div 1 County League fixtures 2016
Round 1: Home to Templenoe (20 March)
Round 2: Away to Milltown/Castlemaine (27th March)
Round 3: Away to Dr Crokes (10th April)
Round 4: Home to Castleisland Desmond’s (5th June)
Round 6: Away to Glenbeigh/Glencar (12th June)
Round 7: Away to Kenmare (19th June)
Round 8: Home to Legion (2nd July)
Round 9: Home to Austin Stacks (24th July)
Round 10: Home to Dingle (14th August)
Round 11: Away to Kerins O’Rahilly’s (4th or 25th Sept)

Intermediate Championship
Home to Spa (17th April)

SENIOR LADIES
Training continues on Tuesday from 6 – 7 (indoors) and on Sunday morning from 10.00 to 11.00a.m.

HEC Ladies Football
The biggest weekend in Third Level Ladies football takes place this coming weekend of Friday, March 10th and Saturday March 11th in the IT Tralee and John Mitchels. The draw for the semi finals and finals of the competitions took place at Croke Park with some mouth watering semi final clashes down for decision.

The highlight of the weekend will be the O’Connor Cup final which will take place in John Mitchels at 3.00pm on Saturday and will be broadcast live on TnaG. The first semi final will take place at 12.30pm on Friday and will feature UCC against UCD. The second semi final takes place later on Friday at 3.30pm as DCU and UL meet to decide who will progress to the televised final. Both these semi finals will be played in John Mitchels.

The Giles Cup Semi Finals will feature the meeting of Cork IT and St Patrick’s, Drumcondra in the first game on Friday at 11.30am with the winner facing either MICL or Carlow IT who will meet at the later time of 2.30pm. The Giles Cup Final will thrown in on Saturday at 1. 00pm. These three games will also be played in John Mitchels.

The Lynch Cup semi finals will also take place on Friday. The meeting of DIT and UL will be the first semi final to take place with a throw in time of 12.00 and the second semi final will feature Waterford IT who will take on the UUJ at 3pm. These semi finals will take place in the IT Tralee pitch. The winners of the semi finals will compete in the Lynch Cup Final on Saturday at 11.00am in Mitchels.

MINORS FIXTURES:

Town League
Round 1 John Mitchels 8-8 v Churchill 1-7
Round 2 John Mitchels 1-13 v Ardfert 1-13
Round 3 John Mitchels 2-13 v St Pat’s 1-6

U16 North Kerry League
Fixtures will be issued shortly.

U16 Co League
Round 1 will commence April 7th.

U14 LADIES FIXTURES:
The first and second rounds of fixtures are as follows:

Div 3B Rd 1 March 20th
John Mitchels BYE

Div 3B Rd 2 March 27th
John Mitchels v Firies

U 12 North Kerry Ladies Divison 2 B
Na Gaeil v John Mitchels Sunday March 6th @ 12:00 noon in Killeen, Oakpark
John Mitchels v Castlegregory Sunday March 13th @ 12:00 noon in John Mitchels
John Mitchels v Moyvane Saturday March 19th @ 5:00 p.m. In John Mitchels
Cross over semi final in Cup and Shield Competitions between 2A and 2B

U12 Ladies Co League Preliminary Rounds:
GROUP A Round 1 April 15th @ 7.00 p.m.
John Mitchels v Castlegregory

GROUP A – Round 2 Tuesday April 12th
Na Gaeil v John Mitchels

REFEREES COURSE:
Please note that a Referee’s course for new referees will be held in Tralee on March 23rd, 29th and 31st. Times and venue to be confirmed.

SYMPATHY:
The Officers and Club Members would like to extend their sincere sympathy to George Lowe, Club Registrar on the death of his mother Joan Lowe.

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE:
Juvenile training for 2016 continues on Sunday, 6th March in John Mitchels Centre of Excellence, Camp, Ballyseedy. Juvenile registration forms are available from the club reception. Membership fees for boys and girls for 2016 remains at €20.

U-6 Boys and Girls
Indoor training from 11.00 to 12.00 in our sports hall. (boys and girls born in 2010, 2011 & 2012).

U-8 Boys
Indoor training for this age group takes place from 10.00 am to 11.00 a.m. (boys born in 2008 & 2009).

U-10 Boys
Training for this age group takes place from 10.30 to 11.30 a.m. (boys born in 2006 & 2007). Please bring football boots, gum shields and runners and if the weather permits training will take place on the Astro turf pitch.

U-8 & U-10 Girls
Training for this age group from 10.00 to 11.00 a.m. in the club sports hall.

LOTTO:
1/3/2016 – Numbers drawn: 5, 18, 22, 23
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Bridie Roche c/o Sportsfield Bar
€25 – Ann Pullen c/o Bertie
€25 – Noreen O’Sullivan c/o Helen
€25 – Ger Dan c/o Bertie
€25 – David J O’Brien c/o Bertie
Next draw – 8/03/2016 – jackpot €2,100

MERCHANDISE:
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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 Denis O’Mahony, Gurrane, Oakpark, Tralee, Co Kerry
To the family of Margaret Dwyer (nee Harrigan) St. Brendan’s Park Tralee and the USA
To the family of Eileen Leen, Caherwisheen and formerly of Clahane, Ballyard and Cuil Didin Nursing Home Tralee
To the family of John (Johnny) Curneen, Oakpark Road, Tralee
To the family of Gerard Corkery, Kearney’s Road, Ballyard, Tralee
To the family of Elizabeth Lil Gentleman (nee O’Mahony) Glendahalan West, Ballyheigue and formerly of Banna East, Ardfert, Tralee
To the family of Joan Lowe (nee O’Riordan), Mitchels Road, Tralee
May they Rest in Peace

Juvenile Registration:

Please note that the Juvenile Registration day is next Sunday 6th March from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon.
If parents wish to pay before that date, membership forms are available in the club reception.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership of John Mitchels for 2016 is now due.

2016 Membership fees are as follows:

Patron membership €150 ( this includes adult membership, entry to the weekly lotto and free admission to all County League games which can be paid by direct debit),

Adult membership €40,
Students/O.A.P €20,
Juvenile boys and girls €20.
Club Registrar George Lowe will be available to collect membership between

7.00 p.m. and 8.00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, Ballyseedy Complex.

Alternatively George can be contacted on 087 2743161 or at lowegeorge43@yahoo.com

SENIOR TEAM
Fixtures for the coming year are as follows:

St Brendan’s League

John Mitchels 3-10 v Na Gaeil 2-13
John Mitchels 0-10 v Ardfert 1-10
John Mitchels 3-13 v St Pats 1-12

Coiste Tra Li league

John Mitchels v Austin Stacks 8.30 p.m. Friday March 4th in Camp Ballyseedy
YOUR SUPPORT WOULD BE APPRECIATED

John Mitchels v Ballymac will be doubled up in Town League on Sunday next March 6th @ 11.30 HOME
YOUR SUPPORT WOULD BE APPRECIATED

John Mitchels 0-11 v Kerins O’Rahillys 0-07

Div 1 County League fixtures 2016

Round 1: Home to Templenoe (20 March)
Round 2: Away to Milltown/Castlemaine (27th March)
Round 3: Away to Dr Crokes (10th April)
Round 4: Home to Castleisland Desmond’s (5th June)
Round 6: Away to Glenbeigh/Glencar (12th June)
Round 7: Away to Kenmare (19th June)
Round 8: Home to Legion (2nd July)
Round 9: Home to Austin Stacks (24th July)
Round 10: Home to Dingle (14th August)
Round 11: Away to Kerins O’Rahilly’s (4th or 25th Sept)

Intermediate Championship

Home to Spa (17th April)

SENIOR LADIES

Training continues on Tuesday from 6 – 7 (indoors) and on Sunday morning from 10.00 to 11.00a.m.

MINORS:

We had a good victory at home to St Pat’s in the town league on Wednesday last, winning on a score of 2-13 to 1-6. Our goals were both well converted by Joe Griffin and Dillon O’ Connor. Our defence was strong throughout with impressive displays from Eoin Barden, Darren Daly and Aaron Pitman. Conor Hurley and Jack Myers were dominant in midfield while up from Ger Tobin and Mikey Kelliher caused plenty of problems for the Pats defence.

Town League

Round 1 John Mitchels 8-8 v Churchill 1-7
Round 2 John Mitchels 1-13 v Ardfert 1-13
Round 3 John Mitchels 2-13 v St Pat’s 1-6

Our focus now switches to the Co League, for which our opening round match is at home to Castleisland Desmonds on Saturday 5th March at 4.00pm. All support appreciated.

U16 North Kerry League

Fixtures will be issued shortly.

U16 Co League

Round 1 will commence April 7th.

U14 LADIES FIXTURES:

The first and second rounds of fixtures are as follows:

Div 3B Rd 1 March 20th

John Mitchels BYE

Div 3B Rd 2 March 27th

John Mitchels v Firies

U 12 North Kerry Ladies Divison 2 B

Na Gaeil v John Mitchels Sunday March 6th @ 12:00 noon in Killeen, Oakpark
John Mitchels v Castlegregory Sunday March 13th @ 12:00 noon in John Mitchels
John Mitchels v Moyvane Saturday March 19th @ 5:00 p.m. In John Mitchels
Cross over semi final in Cup and Shield Competitions between 2A and 2B

U12 Ladies Co League Preliminary Rounds:

GROUP A Round 1 April 15th @ 7.00 p.m.

John Mitchels v Castlegregory

GROUP A – Round 2 Tuesday April 12th

Na Gaeil v John Mitchels

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

Juvenile training for 2016 continues on Sunday, 6th March in John Mitchels Centre of Excellence, Camp, Ballyseedy. Juvenile registration forms are available from the club reception. Membership fees for boys and girls for 2016 remains at €20.

U-6 Boys and Girls

Indoor training from 11.00 to 12.00 in our sports hall. (boys and girls born in 2010, 2011 & 2012).

U-8 Boys

Indoor training for this age group takes place from 10.00 am to 11.00 a.m. (boys born in 2008 & 2009).

U-10 Boys

Training for this age group takes place from 10.30 to 11.30 a.m. (boys born in 2006 & 2007). Please bring football boots, gum shields and runners and if the weather permits training will take place on the Astro turf pitch.

U-8 & U-10 Girls

Training for this age group from 10.00 to 11.00 a.m. in the club sports hall.

LOTTO:

23/2/2016 – Numbers drawn: 1, 5, 21, 24
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Angela McLarnon c/o juveniles
€25 – Ted Fitzgerald c/o Paddy
€25 – Pat Roche c/o Juveniles
€25 – Peter Fortune c/o Peter
€25 – David & Nuala O’Brien c/o David
Next draw – 1/03/2016 – Jackpot €2,100

MERCHANDISE:

A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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 Michael Quirke, “Slieve Mish” Lewis Road, Killarney formerly of Derrymore
To the family of Catherine (Babs) McElligott, (nee Leen), Cloondara, Tralee
To the family of Eileen McGillicuddy (nee Kelleher) Riverside Drive, Castleisland and formerly of Riverside, Tralee
To the family of Kathleen Sheffield (nee O’Callaghan), Connolly Park and formerly of Mitchels Avenue, Tralee
May they Rest in Peace

MEMBERSHIP

Membership of John Mitchels for 2016 is now due.

2016 Membership fees are as follows:

Patron membership €150 ( this includes adult membership, entry to the weekly lotto and free admission to all County League games which can be paid by direct debit),

Adult membership €40,
Students/O.A.P €20,
Juvenile boys and girls €20.

Club Registrar George Lowe will be available to collect membership between 7pm and 8pm on Monday and Wednesday evenings in Ballyseedy Complex. Alternatively George can be contacted on 087 2743161 or at lowegeorge43@yahoo.com.

There will be separate Juvenile Registration days in the coming weeks, details of which will be announced in the next few weeks.

SENIOR TEAM

Fixtures for the coming year are as follows:

St Brendan’s League
John Mitchels 0-10 v Ardfert 1-10

John Mitchels v Na Gaeil will be doubled up in Town League on Feb 28th AWAY

John Mitchels v Ballymac will be doubled up in Town League on March 4th @ 8.00 p.m. HOME

Coiste Tra Li league

Round 1 John Mitchels v Stacks match scheduled for this weekend was postponed but will be re-fixed (date to be confirmed)

Round 2: Home to Kerins O”Rahilly’s (21st February)

Round 3: Home to Ballymac (4th March)

Div 1 County League fixtures 2016:

Round 1: Home to Templenoe (20 March)

Round 2: Away to Milltown/Castlemaine (27th March)

Round 3: Away to Dr Crokes (10th April)

Round 4: Home to Castleisland Desmond’s (5th June)

Round 6: Away to Glenbeigh/Glencar (12th June)

Round 7: Away to Kenmare (19th June)

Round 8: Home to Legion (2nd July)

Round 9: Home to Austin Stacks (24th July)

Round 10: Home to Dingle (14th August)

Round 11: Away to Kerins O’Rahilly’s (4th or 25th Sept)

Intermediate Championship

Home to Spa (17th April)

SENIOR LADIES

Training on Sunday mornings from 10.00 to 11.00 am

MINOR TEAM

Upcoming fixtures:

Coiste Tra Li league

Mitchels v Ardfert match which was scheduled for this weekend was postponed due to weather conditions.

Home to St Pats (tbc)

U16 North Kerry League

Fixtures will be issued shortly.

U16 Co League

Round 1 will commence April 7th.

U14 Ladies Co League

Following a County Board meeting last Wednesday evening in Killarney, a number of structure changes to Co League divisions at Senior, U16 and U14 level. Our U14s will now be in Division 3 with full listings and more updates on Co League to follow.

U12 Ladies Co League

Preliminary grading round starts April 5th. Fixtures to follow but at the moment looks like same groups as 2015.

U 12 North Kerry Ladies Divison 2 B

Na Gaeil v John Mitchels Sunday March 6th @ 12:00 noon in Killeen, Oakpark

John Mitchels v Castlegregory Sunday March 13th @ 12:00 noon in John Mitchels

John Mitchels v Moyvane Saturday March 19th @ 5:00 p.m. In John Mitchels

Cross over semi final in Cup and Shield Competitions between 2A and 2B

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

Juvenile training for 2016 continues on Sunday, 21st February in John Mitchels Centre of Excellence, Camp, Ballyseedy.

U-6 Boys and Girls

Indoor training from 11.00 to 12.00 in our sports hall. (boys and girls born in 2010, 2011 & 2012).

U-8 Boys

Indoor training for this age group takes place from 10.00 am to 11.00 am (boys born in 2008 & 2009).

U-10 Boys

Training for this age group takes place from 10.30 to 11.30, (boys born in 2006 & 2007). Please bring football boots, gum shields and runners and if the weather permits training will take place on the Astro turf pitch.

U-8 & U-10 Girls
Training for this age group from 10.00 to 11.00 in the club sports hall.

CLUB BAR:

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

LOTTO:

9/2/2016 – Numbers drawn: 3, 10, 23, 26

No winner

Consolation prize winners:

€100 – Joe O’Connor c/o Donal

€25 – Angela Walsh c/o Bingo

€25 – Martin Hurley c/o Paddy

€25 – Ciaran Foran c/o Juveniles

€25 – Paddy Moriarty c/o Bertie

Next draw – 16/02/2016 – jackpot €2,000

MERCHANDISE:

A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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 Paul O’Connell, Riverside, Tralee

To the family of Humphrey McNamara, Racecourse Lawn, Tralee

To the family of Eddie O’Connell, Monavalley, Tralee and formerly of Rathkenny, Abbeydorney, Co Kerry

To the family of Gillian Murphy, Balloonagh Estate, Tralee

To the family of Joan O’Connor, Strand St and l/a Quinlan’s Bar, Bridge St, Tralee

To the family of Eleanor Griffin (nee Guiney), Connolly Park and formerly of Moyderwell, Tralee

To the family of Ted Duffy, Meadowlands Estate and formerly of Bridge St, Tralee

To the family of Catherine(Kitt) Murray (nee O’Connor), Tralee and formerly of Cork City
May they Rest in Peace

SENIOR LADIES:
Training continues on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7 pm to 8 pm.

MOUTH GUARD:
Please remember that mouth guards for all players under the age of 18 are now compulsory for both training and games. Referees have been directed to not allow any player not wearing a mouth guard to play. Any player who suffers a dental injury in training when not wearing a mouth guard will not be covered by the Injury Fund.

Under 16 Ladies:
Training continues on Thursday 6.00 – 7.00p.m. unless otherwise notified.

U 15 Championship:
U15.B Championship Prelim Round John Mitchels v Na Gael. The winners play Kilcummin or Finuge in Quarter final. There is also a Shield competition this year for teams who lose first game. Loads of football in October !!

U14 Ladies:
We play Strand Rd in the Town League Semi-final and also a North Kerry game is left to play.
All details will be sent by teamer.

Under 16 Boys:
Our next round game will be in a few weeks – away to Kilgarvan/Tuosist.

U15 BOYS:
Next up for the U15s is the Munster Tournament and best of luck to the Team and Mentors.

U-10s:
We had a great day last Sunday at our annual Sylvia Mason Tournament with the Under 8’s and Under 10’s mixed, we had four teams of 13 playing and the quality of play was superb from everyone.

After the first game the teams lined up behind the piper and they all marched in step and then stood for the National Anthem. All the games were very close with only a couple of points between any of the teams.

At the end we had two Finals which were hotly contested with all teams showing a full range of skills and some great scores. When the final whistle blown we had winners, just about, and the captains claimed their prize on behalf of their teams, Jack O’Flaherty receiving the Plate Trophy and Darragh Cunnane receiving the Sylvia Mason Trophy.

Well done to all players and their Managers for the day you did a great job.
That is the end for football training for this year and we hope you had a good year and enjoyed yourselves. For those going on to U12s we wish you the best and for those Under 10 again next year we will see you in the new Year sometime…..Watch out for texts!! Thanks again for the great year and keep supporting John Mitchels for the rest of their games.

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.
Follow all our Bingo news on our newly launched Facebook page.
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:
20/10/2015 – Numbers drawn: 14, 18, 22, 25
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Rossa Donovan c/o Rossa
€25 – Pat O’Brien c/o Bertie
€25 – Margaret Murphy c/o Bertie
€25 – Eilish O’She c/o Paddy
€25 – Jeremiah Fitzgerald c/o Rossa
Next draw – 27/10/2015 – jackpot €1,600

MERCHANDISE:
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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 Phil (Philomena) Whyte, (nee Fitzgerald Rathasker Court Naas, Kildare and formerly of Tralee
To the family of Peg Lynch (nee Savage) St. Brendan’s Park, Tralee and formerly of Kilquane, Ballymacelligott
To the family of Anita Shanahan (nee O’Connell) Tullig, Kilflynn and late of Racecourse Road, Tralee
To the family of Peggy Burke (nee Murphy) St. Bartholemew’s Villas, Athea and formerly of Tralee
To the family of Jerome O’Leary, Cahermoneen, and formerly of St Brendan’s Park Tralee
To the family of James King, Clash West, Tralee
To the family of John O’Shea. Fountain Court, Tralee and formerly of Direen, Cahersiveen
May they Rest in Peace

SEMI-Final. Intermediate Club Championship:
Mitchels v Spa Killarney
Killorglin Saturday September 26th at 2.30 p.m.
ALL SUPPORT GREATLY APPRECIATED

FUNDAMITCHELS:
The John Mitchels GAA Club in association with Active Kingdom are delighted to announce details of an exciting new Fundamental Movement Skills Programme, called FundaMitchels, aimed at children (Boys & Girls) between 5 and 10 years of age.

The Programme will consist of 5 sessions commencing on Sunday 27th September 2015 @ 10.30am followed every Tuesday evening thereafter @ 6.30pm (Tues 29th Sept, 6th Oct, 13th Oct, 20th Oct) in the John Mitchels GAA Sports Complex at Camp, Ballyseedy, Tralee.

Each Session will last approximately 75mins. The cost of the programme is €10 in total (each child will be presented with a jersey at the end of the programme).
For more information contact 066 7197070 or Humphrey Shanahan (087-7740275) or John Fitzgerald (087-9873719).

SENIOR MEN Co League Div 2:
Round 1 – Mitchels 0-10 – Templenoe, 0-06
Round 2 – Tarbert 0-08 – John Mitchels 0-14
Round 3 – Mitchels 0-16. – Spa Killarney 1-08
Round 4 – Kenmare 0-10 – Mitchels 0-10
Round 5 – Mitchels 5-11 – Listowel Emmets 0-06
Round 6 – Rathmore 4-08 – John Mitchels 1-08
Round 7 – Mitchels 1-08 – Currow 1-14
Round 8 – Laune Rangers 1-12 John Mitchels 2-10
Round 9 – John Mitchels 3-08 Gneeveguilla 0-08

SENIOR LADIES:
Training continues on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7 pm to 8 pm.

MOUTH GUARD:
Please remember that mouth guards for all players under the age of 18 are now compulsory for both training and games. Referees have been directed to not allow any player not wearing a mouth guard to play. Any player who suffers a dental injury in training when not wearing a mouth guard will not be covered by the Injury Fund.

Under 16 Ladies:
Training continues on Thursday 6.00 – 7.00p.m. unless otherwise notified.

U 15 Championship:
We are waiting for the fixtures for U15s

U14 Ladies:
We played Na Gael last Wednesday evening in Killeen on a windy but dry evening. Both sides lined out with full squads and it was Na Gael who won the toss and played with the strong wind in the first half.
From the throw in Na Gael launched the ball into the ful forward line and were 2 goals up inside the first 10 mins. Mitchels were struggling to get the ball out of defence and midfield. A load of switches helped ease the pressure and we finally got going around the field with tireless work from Rachel Kilgallen, Julie Foley and Simi Ogungbsa leading to several scoring chances which we squandered. Ava Buckley scored a goal and 2 points to ease the score. Half time 3-3 to 1-2.
In the second half Mitchels improved with Erika O’Connor, Oonagh McGrath and Lisa Costello defending well final score John Mitchels 3-7 Na Gael 6-6.
Our last game in North Kerry v Ballymac is due to be played shortly but is delayed over the All Ireland this weekend and the Ladies training continues on Thursday 6-7 pm .
Town league v Strand Road September 30th at home.

Under 16 Boys:
Our next round game will be in a few weeks – away to Kilgarvan/Tuosist.
Training plan will be published next week.

U-12 BOYS:
Team 1 & Team 2 played Ballymac in the Castleisland District on Wednesday night last. Team 1 were very unlucky not to come out on top losing by 4 points on the night. Best for Mitchels were Conor Commane and Dan Bowler.. Team 2 were also beaten on the night by a stronger Ballymac side. Best for Team 2 were David O’Callaghan and Darragh Cournane.

John Mitchels U12 game last Friday night vs Castleisland was cancelled due to lack of numbers for the Mitchels as they couldn’t field a team.
Training continues on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

U 10 Boys
We went to the Castleisland Blitz last Sunday and put in some great performances. We won all our games bar one with splendid performances from players like Darragh, Ciaran, Paddy and Andrew. Most of our games were team performances with everyone giving their all and our team showed that when we play well together we can beat most. Along the way to the finals we beat Ballymac, Castleisland and Scartaglen just to mention a few. As the finals approached it started pouring but it didn’t put us off and team A proceeded to beat Ballymac with help from Cian, Ben, Sean and Rory and the rest of the boys. The plaque was presented to Darragh to great applause from all the players. As this game was going on Team B was playing in another final against Brosna and even though Cathal, Ted, Sean Og, Joe, Cian, Ben and the rest of the lads played their hearts out we came up a little short.
Well done to all the lads as they showed they are really developing into fine footballers.
Training continues next Sunday at 10.30 a.m.

U8 Girls:
Training continues next Sunday at 10.30 a.m.

U6s:
Training continues next Sunday at 10.30 a.m.

THANK YOU:
Thanks to Horans Fruit & Veg for sponsoring the fruit on Sunday mornings in the members lounge.

Coffee/Tea Club:
Thanks to all involved with the refreshments committee who once again looked after the parents so well and provided some top notch home baking.
This is a great opportunity for all parents to meet up and have a chat and cuppa. All monies collected will go directly back to develop and support the Juvenile teams in the Club and your support is very much appreciated.

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.
Follow all our Bingo news on our newly launched Facebook page.
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:
15/09/2015 – Numbers drawn: 3, 12, 21, 26
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Mike Costello c/o Patrons
€25 – Cathy Mulligan c/o Juveniles
€25 – Declan McGuire c/o Juveniles
€25 – Gerald O”Mahony c/o Vincent
€25 – Chris Walsh c/o Bertie
Next draw – 22/09/2015 – Jackpot €1,500

MERCHANDISE:
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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.

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Questions & Answers
Session With
Diarmuid Cunnane

Profile: Diarmuid Cunnane
Manager John Mitchel’s Boys under 14 team.
John Mitchel’s Senior Player from /to: 2001-2012
Player Position: Full Back/Right Corner Back

(Q): Which player(s)/club personality did you look up to as a Juvenile/Senior player?
(A): “Growing up, the leading lights would have been Timmy O’Dowd and John Higgins. Both players were on the Kerry team. At that time Kerry football was at its peak having recorded both four & three in a row All Ireland titles. To have two John Mitchel’s players involved was special. When I started playing at senior level Anthony Gleeson was a player that stood out by a mile. Fergus O’Connor was another player that always gave one hundred per cent. I myself have played with a number of the current team and Brendan O’Mahony would be a great example to any young player. Brendan is rarely if ever beaten on the pitch and gives everything in a game”.

(Q): What has been your greatest accomplishment as a Mitchel’s Senior player?
(A): “For me it was a great accomplishment to play senior football. I stopped playing at minor level as I was working up the Country. When I returned to Kerry, John Creagh was in charge of the Senior team and he got me involved. In 2007, I was made team captain which was a very humbling experience for me”.

(Q): What do you believe you brought to the team as Captain?
(A): “At the start it was a bit daunting but I eased into the job after a while. I suppose I’d like to think that I lead by example in both training and games. I have to say I enjoyed my role as team captain”.

(Q): If you change a rule in Gaelic football what would that be?
(A): “Initially the Black Card Rule seemed like a good idea. It was to be the deterrent to stop players being unnecessarily dragged to the ground. In its current application it doesn’t seem to be working. I believe the rule needs to be refined in order for referees to be clear and precise in its use”.

(Q): What is something unique about Gaelic Football?
(A): “Club wise Mitchel’s is very unique. I believe other clubs would envy the family atmosphere there is at this club. Gaelic football in general is great for the friendship that you make. When I came back to Kerry in 2000 it was a great platform from which to get back into the social scene of Tralee”.

(Q): In your opinion what is the biggest challenge facing GAA clubs today?
(A): “In my opinion the biggest challenge is trying to recruit new players and club volunteers alike. It is an ongoing basis and something the club has to work very hard to try and achieve. If you sit on your laurels everything can go pear shaped very quickly. Its all about keeping your club name up there in lights as much as you can”.

(Q): What advice would you give to people thinking about getting involved with John Mitchel’s Club?
(A): “There’s a role in the club for anyone interested. From coaching our under age teams to the various club committees. The club is always looking for people to give some of their spare time. It is very worthwhile to be involved here at Mitchel’s. We have a great club and all any person needs to do is come and talk to any club member”.

(Q): Tell me about the U14 Féile win in 2014 and your role as manager of the team?
(A): “I was part of the management team that won the U14 Féile competition in our division. Ballyhaunis Co. Mayo was the venue for the competition. Initially at the start of the season we knew we had a decent side. Dave Leahy was involved with them at under twelve and he the flagged team as a team that could achieve a lot. Our team had fantastic support in the numbers that travelled to the competition. I would like to mention Brid Mc Elligott and Joan O’Sullivan for the tremendous work done in fund raising for the team. It was a memorable achievement for our U14s and we all enjoyed the experience. The management team consisted of John Higgins, Dave Leahy, Seanie Borrows, Paul Barden and myself”.

(Q): What are your thoughts on the present and future of the Club?
(A): “It is an exciting time to be involved in the club. Our flagship team is the Senior men’s and we have a semi-final of the Intermediate Championship coming up. We also have every chance of promotion to Division 1 of the County League. Our achievements so far this season has a great vibe that runs through the club. Our Senior Ladies also have won their County League and are promoted to Division 2 next season. We all dream of bigger days in the club and playing at the top level of football in the County. We have good numbers at Juvenile level but as always we have to keep driving it on. The move to Camp Ballyseedy was a tough decision to make but right people were in place to make it a success. We have great people at the Club in this present time. I know from my own experience with the U14 team that anything I need I just have to ask. All the right supports are in place from facilities to training equipment. We have a great future but we have to keeping the momentum going”.

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SYMPATHY:
To the family of Michael Moriarty,Connolly Park Tralee and formerly of Casements Avenue and Farmers Bridge, Tralee
To the family of Roger Leeman, Quins Cottages Rosbrien, Limerick and formerly of Tralee
To the family Noreen Bowler (nee O’Sullivan), Lismore, Tralee and formerly of Cahills Park, Tralee
To the family of Carol Mann, (nee Cadogan), Owenacurra Centre, Midleton, Cork and formerly of Fenit, Tralee
May they Rest in Peace

SENIOR MEN:
County League – Round 8:
Laune Rangers v John Mitchels – Sunday 26th July @ 2.00 p.m. AWAY
ALL SUPPORT. GREATLY APPRECIATED

Round 1 – Mitchels 0-10 – Templenoe, 0-06
Round 2 – Tarbert​ 0-08 – John Mitchels 0-14
Round 3 – Mitchels 0-16. – Spa Killarney 1-08
Round 4 – Kenmare 0-10 – Mitchels 0-10
Round 5 – Mitchels 5-11 – Listowel Emmets 0-06
Round 6 – Rathmore 4-08 – John Mitchels 1-08
Round 7 – Mitchels 1-08 – Currow 1-14

Semi-Final. Intermediate Club Championship:
Mitchels v Spa Killarney – DATE, TIME & VENIUE TO BE DECIDED

Round 1 Mitchels 1-10. Finuge 1-06
Round 2 Mitchels 1-09 An Gaeltacht 0-11

BEST OF LUCK:
Best of Luck to Alan O’Donoghue who is Captain of the Kerry Junior team who will be playing Wexford next Saturday July 25th in the All Ireland Semi-Final.

Junior Football:
Coiste Thrá Lí Junior Town League Fixtures 2015 – Round 2:
John Mitchels 3-10 Austin Stacks 0-05

U21 Championship Round 2:
John Mitchels played Austin Stacks in the Quarter Final of U21 County Championship in John Mitchels ground in Ballyseedy on Wednesday night played before a large crowd.

Austin Stacks had the better of early exchanges and lead 8 points to 2 after 20 mins and were dominating in all areas and added great scores through Sean Ryan and Ferdia O’Brien and were dominating around the middle with Ciaran O’Connell and Alan Duggan dominating.

Mitchels came roaring back into the game in the final ten minutes of first half and added three great scores through Niall Sheehy to leave half time scores John Mitchels 0-05 Austin Stacks 0-08.

The second half was an excellent half of football and both teams showed great skill throughout. John Mitchels and Austin Stacks traded scores for the first 15 minutes.

Notably, efforts from Ferdia O’Brien from Austin Stacks and Sean Moloney, Niall Sheehy and James duggan for John Mitchels and with ten minutes to go Austin Stacks were leading by 13 points to 11.

But in the final ten minutes John Mitchels totally took over all over the pitch and added great scores from Niall Sheehy(3) Wayne Duggan and Sean Moloney to run out deserving winners on scoreline of John Mitchels 0-16 to Austin Stacks 0-13

John Mitchels now face Kerins O’Rahillys in the Semi-Final on Wednesday July 29th.

SENIOR LADIES:
Training continues on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7 pm to 8 pm.

MOUTHGUARD:
Please remember that mouth guards for all players under the age of 18 are now compulsory for both training and games. Referees have been directed to not allow any player not wearing a mouth guard to play. Any player who suffers a dental injury in training when not wearing a mouth guard will not be covered by the Injury Fund.

Under 16:
Training Thursday 6.00 – 7.00p.m. unless otherwise notified.

U 13 Ladies North Kerry Ladies Sandra Keane Blitz:
We took part in the U13 Blitz at sun drenched John Mitchels Complex on Saturday 18th July.
A total of 14 teams took part. We were drawn with Abbeydorney and Legion.
Our first game we came up against a very strong Abbeydorney team and were down at half time by 4-1 to 1-0 playing into the wind.
In the second half we picked our game and after a great effort went down 5-2 to 2-03.

The next game was against Killarney Legion and again this was a very competitive
game and our girls continued their great efforts and came away with a win of 3-02 to 2-01.

We now qualified for the Shield semi final where we were drawn against our neighbours Na Gael.
This was a very competitive game with every score and tackle contested by both teams. In a low scoring first half Na Gael led by 2 points to 1 in windy conditions.
Mitchels once again raised their game and with Scores hard to come by a strange referring decision led to a goal by Na Gael , Mitchels though dug deep and tacked on 2 points and fought to the end and went down by 1-2 to 0-3 points.It was a great display by Mitchels and Na gael.

The girls can be very proud of their never give up attitude and contested to the final whistle. Well done to all the team.
Panel: Tara Field,Sinead O Donnell,Melissa DEnnehy,Caoime Leahy,  Erika O Connor,Clara Callahan, Rachel Hannafin, Simi OGungbsa, Julie Foley,Aimee Somers, Rachel Kilgallen, Mikaela Marshall, Kerry Oba, Eimear Murphy, Elizabeth O Connor, Jennifer Lynch, Ailbhne Ryle,Aimee Kerins.

U 13 and U 15 Kerry Ladies County Championship:
We are waiting the draw for the U13 and 15 Co Championships which should be made shortly.

U 14 Ladies:
Our second week back after the summer break saw a huge turnout at training , we hope to start our North Kerry League shorlty where we have Na Gael,Listowel,Ballymac and Duagh in our Group.
Training continues every Thursday from 6-7 pm at Ballyseede.

Girls U12:
The girls played a challenge game against Firies last Tuesday evening which was their 17th game of the season so far. Some of the girls also played in the U13 blitz on Saturday and we’re awaiting a date for the U12 Town League Semi-Final and the U13 Championship. The girls that played last week were as follows:
Tara Field, Emma O Donnell, Caoimhe Leahy, Ciara Kerins, Elizabeth O’Connor, Taylor Rogers, Emily O Shea, Erica O Connor, Kerry Oba, Lauren Smullen, Angel Quilligan, Molly Duggan, Lynda O Connor, Amy Kerins and Paula Clifford.
Training continues on Tuesday evenings from 6pm – 7pm.

Under 16 Boys:
Our next round game will be in a few weeks – away to Kilgarvan/Tuosist. Training plan will be published next week.

U-14 BOYS:
Since we last updated our notes we had 2 good wins over Ballymac in the Castleisland District League guaranteeing an A final place.
A date for this has yet to be decided.
We played our first Central League game against Austin Stacks B in Connolly Park last Monday evening and ran out comprehensive winners on a 10-12 to 0-3 scoreline.
Training continues on Wednesday evening at 6.30 p.m.

U-12 BOYS:
The U12s don’t have any competitions for a few weeks so training continues on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7pm-8pm as normal.

JOHN MITCHELS ANNUAL JUVENILE TOURNAMENT
​On this Saturday 25th of July we hold our annual juvenile football tournament for the U-8 & U-10 age groups. It will be held at our club grounds in Ballyseedy. This is the 15th year this tournament has been held and has become one of the most popular in the county. It has become the highlight of the year for the kids taking part.

​It is expected that over 350 children will take part representing John Mitchels, Austin Stacks, Na Gaeil, Castleisland, Churchill, Ballymacelligott, Beale, Ardfert , Miltown/Castlemaine, Keel, St Pats and Castlegregory and Dr Crokes football Clubs at both U-8 and U-10 level.

Registration is at 10am sharp with first games commencing at 10:15am, with the last games due to be played at 2:15pm.With over sixty games in all to be played a great day of football is expected with many stars of the future on show.

​The club wishes to invite all parents and friends from all clubs to come along on the day and cheer on the children, as hopefully these will be our stars of the future.

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
U-10 BOYS:
We played Milltown/Castlemaine on Sunday last and we played some great football. Ciaran, Darragh, Jack and Cathal showed some great skill and tackled well. Joe, Andrew, Sam and Ted gave some great passes and moved well with the ball. Ben, Sean Og, Darragh and Sean took some great scores and caught great ball.

As Milltown had girls on the team our U10 girls joined us and proved that they were a great addition to the team. Thank you girls and also to your coach. Well done again to all and next Sunday we are taking part in the Milltown Blitz so look out for the text.

Under 8 Girls:
We had another good training session on Sunday morning. The girls concentrated on hand passing and kicking before having a training game with the U10. Girls who worked hard and stood out were Alannah, and Megan. The girls will be practicing at home to keep improving so all Moms, Dads, brothers and sisters are asked to help out.

Training continues from 10-30 am to 12 every Sunday morning.
It is great to see numbers increasing and girls bring a friend as we continue to learn the rules of football, have fun and meet new friends.
All new members welcome to the Centre of Excellence .

U6 BOYS & GIRLS:
See fixtures below.

John Mitchels schedule for July to August
Saturday 25th July Club Blitz
Sunday 2nd August Training
Sunday 9th August U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Listowel
Saturday 15th August U-6, U-8, U-10 -Boys and Girls – Away to Listowel

THANK YOU:
Thanks to Horans Fruit & Veg for sponsoring the fruit on Sunday mornings in the members lounge.

Coffee/Tea Club:
Thanks to all involved with the refreshments committee who once again looked after the parents so well and provided some top notch home baking.
This is a great opportunity for all parents to meet up and have a chat and cuppa. All monies collected will go directly back to develop and support the Juvenile teams in the Club and your support is very much appreciated.

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.
Follow all our Bingo news on our newly launched Facebook page.
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

MERCHANDISE:
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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.

CLOTHES. COLLECTION – FUNDRAISING. CAMPAIGN – WEEK 3:
Please donate any unwanted Clothes and Textiles, Mobile phones and Laptops to raise funds for John Mitchels Club.
PLEASE DROP ITEMS TO JOHN MITCHELS COMPLEX BETWEEN Monday 22nd June 2015 to Monday 7th September 2015.
Any CLEAN REWEARABLE clothes, paired shoes, belts, handbags, curtains, towels, bedlinen, soft toys are accepted.
WHERE POSSIBLE PLEASE DONATE AT LEAST 3+ BAGS – THIS REALLY DOES RAISE MUCH NEEDED FUNDS FOR OUR CLUB
Please keep Mobile phones & Laptops in a separate bag.

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Questions & Answers
Session with
Dave Leahy

Player Profile: Dave Leahy
Senior John Mitchel’s Player From/To: 1994 – 2006
Junior John Mitchel’s Player From/To: 1992 – 2012
Player Position: Right Half Back

(Q): What is your greatest accomplishment as a Mitchel’s player?
(A): “For me it was a great accomplishment to have played at every level in the club.
I played in every age group from juvenile to minor and went on to play in the senior ranks and also U21 and junior football”.

(Q): Tell me what is satisfying about Gaelic football to you?
(A): “Outside of having played the game, for myself it is coaching young players.
Coaching them from a very young age and watching them progress and develop the skills of the game is very satisfying”.

(Q): If you could change a rule in Gaelic Football what would that be?
(A): “I would agree with the view and I am also of the opinion that the pickup should be changed. The rule is open to interpretation from different referees. I think that players should be allowed to pick the ball from the ground. I would also remove the black card which is supposed to be shown for certain types of fouls. The black card is often used when a yellow card would suffice and vice versa”.

(Q): Which Player(s) would you have looked up to in the club?
(A): “As a young player I would have looked up to Martin Dennehy, John Higgins, Frank O’Donnell and John Joe Sheehy. They were a great inspiration to all the young players like myself starting out. It was great for me to have had the opportunity to play with them when I came in to the senior ranks. Of my own age group I had great admiration for players like Fergus O’Connor, Fergal O’Brien and Mick O’Connor”.

(Q): What was your biggest disappointment as a Mitchel’s player?
(A): “My biggest disappointment was losing the U21 county championship final in 1995.
We played Laune Rangers in Fitzgerald’s Stadium Killarney. Despite having a very good team we lost out by a narrow margin and it was a hard to take”.

(Q): What other sports have you been involved in?
(A): “I played soccer with Marian Park for a number of years. It was a great way of keeping fit over the winter months”.

(Q): What would consider was one of your best games as a player and why?
(A): “The game that comes to mind was in the town league final in the late 1990s.
We played against Kerins O’Rahilly’s and I was happy with my performance on the day”.

(Q): What advice would you give to encourage more people to get involved with John Mitchel’s Club?
(A): “From a coaching point of view you get great satisfaction when things go according to plan. Obviously you have to take the bad with the good. You will make great friends in the club and throughout the county. Any person that gets involved with John Mitchel’s is providing a service to the youth of the community from which the club belongs”.

(Q): Tell me about the U14 Féile win in 2014 and your role with the team?
(A): “I was part of the management team that won the U14 Féile competition in our division in 2014. The final was played in Ballyhaunis Co. Mayo. Our team had fantastic support in the numbers that travelled to the competition. I would like to mention Brid & Cora Mc Elligott, Claire Connolly and Joan O’Sullivan for the tremendous work done in fund raising for the team. It was a memorable achievement for our U14s. We were very proud of all the players in the team. The management team consisted of, Diarmuid Cunnane (Manager), John Higgins, Paul Barden and myself”.

(Q): What are your thoughts on the present and future of the club?
(A): “From an administration point of view the club is in great hands.
The people that were there in the past few years and those that are there now from the Chairman down are staunch Mitchel’s people. I believe all at the club are going in the right direction. From the football side of things we have good management structure in our senior, junior and U21 teams. Our minors and U16 are doing well and our senior ladies had success in the county league. We have good numbers throughout our juvenile teams. Great credit is due to everyone involved with the club and it’s onwards and upwards for the future”.

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SYMPATHY:
To the family of Martin Flynn, Ballybeg Carlow and late of Tralee
To the family of Catherine Kitty O’Sullivan, San Francisco and formerly of Upper Rock St, Tralee
To the family of Noelette O’Grady (nee Sheehan), Derrylea, Oakpark,Tralee
To the family of Jackie Crowe, Gallowsfield, Tralee and formerly of Ballyheigue
To the family of Julia Mason (nee O’Connor) Carrignafeele, Rathanny and late of Mason’s Bar, Castle St, Tralee
To the family of Kathleen O’Mahony (nee Lucey) Mitchels Court and late of Casement’s Avenue, Tralee
To the family of Brendan Madden, Clogher, Ballymacelligott Tralee and formerly of Portumna Galway
To the family of Richard (Dick) Barrett, 22A Racecourse Lawn, Tralee and formerly of Geesala, Mayo
MAY THEY REST IN PEACE

SENIOR MEN:
County League – Round 8:
Laune Rangers v John Mitchels – Sunday 26th July @ 2.00 p.m. AWAY

Round 1 – Mitchels 0-10 – Templenoe, 0-06
Round 2 – Tarbert​ 0-08 – John Mitchels 0-14
Round 3 – Mitchels 0-16. – Spa Killarney 1-08
Round 4 – Kenmare 0-10 – Mitchels 0-10
Round 5 – Mitchels 5-11 – Listowel Emmets 0-06
Round 6 – Rathmore 4-08 – John Mitchels 1-08
Round 7 – Mitchels 1-08 – Currow 1-14

Semi-Final. Intermediate Club Championship
Mitchels v Spa Killarney – DATE, TIME & VENUE TO BE DECIDED

Round 1 Mitchels 1-10. Finuge 1-06
Round 2 Mitchels 1-09 An Gaeltacht 0-11

Junior Football Munster Football:
Congratulations to Alan O’Donoghue who Captained the victorious Kerry team in the Munster Junior Final against Cork. Kerry will now play Wexford in the All Ireland Semi Final on July 25th.

Junior Football
Coiste Thrá Lí Junior Town League Fixtures 2015
Round 1 Kerins O’Rahillys v John Mitchels Monday July 6th 7.30 pm
ALL SUPPORT GREATLY APPRECIATED

U21 Championship Round 1:
West Kerry 0-07 John Mitchels 2-09
We advanced to the Quarter Finals of the Acorn life County U21Championship
with an eight point victory over the home side
played on a rain sodden pitch in Annascaul last Wednesday night.
Despite missing a few regulars, we controlled the first half with James
Duggan’s green flag giving us a four point cushion at half time. A super
individual goal by Jake Moran on the restart ensured our passage to
the Quarter Final where we will have home advantage against Austin
Stacks.

Round 2 Mitchels v Austin Stacks Thursday July 16th @ 7.00p.m. (HOME)

MINORS:
John Mitchels 2-11 St. Pats Blennerville 1-07
John Mitchels Minor team played their first game back since the winning performance against Ardfert in the Town final on Monday evening.

In contrast to the epic performance against Ardfert, Monday’s performance against St. Pats was rusty and silly mistakes were commonplace. But a win is a win and to be fair to all the players everybody tried very hard. Throughout the game Danny Houlihan, Pat Kearney and Aoran O’ Keeffe kept it tight in defence.

MIckey Walsh and Darcy O’Sullivan put in solid performances at midfield while upfront Cian O’Brien and Dylan O’Brien constantly caused trouble to the St. Pats defence. Team performance will have to improve if we are to collect more silverware this year.

SENIOR LADIES:
Training continues on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7 pm to 8 pm.

REMINDER – MEMBERSHIP FEES:
Reminding all players/parents/guardians to return their Membership forms and money ASAP.

MOUTHGUARD:
Please remember that mouth guards for all players under the age of 18 are now compulsory for both training and games. Referees have been directed to not allow any player not wearing a mouth guard to play. Any player who suffers a dental injury in training when not wearing a mouth guard will not be covered by the Injury Fund.

Under 16
Training Thursday 6.00 – 7.00p.m. unless otherwise notified.

U-14 LADIES:
Our Co League games are now completed and we are taking a break from training for now.. We have loads of football to come with the U13 Sandra Keane blitz on July 18th, U13 Co Championship, U14 North Kerry league and U15 County Championship so enjoy the well earned break and we are back training early July. Teamer to go out so keep an eye on our club notes.

North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 1: Away to Listowel Emmets, 30th August Round 2: Home to Ballyduff, 6th September Round 3: Away to Na Gaeil, 13th September Round 4: Home to Ballymac, 27th September

Girls U12.
We’re waiting on a date for our Town League Semi-Final against Na Gaeil to be fixed. Training continues on Tuesday’s from 6pm – 7pm.

Under 16 Boys:
Our next round game will be in a few weeks – away to Kilgarvan/Tuosist.
Training plan will be published next week.

U-14 BOYS:
Training continues on Wednesday evening at 6.30 p.m.

U-12 BOYS:
Training takes place Tuesday’s and Thursday evenings from 7.00p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
U-10 BOYS:
See fixtures below.

U-8 GIRLS and U8 BOYS:
See fixtures below.

U6 BOYS & GIRLS:
See fixtures below.

John Mitchels schedule for July to August
Sunday 12th July U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Spa/Killarney. (To be Confirmed)
Saturday 18th July U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Away to Spa, Killarney (to be confirmed)
Monday 20th – Friday 24th July Club Summer Camp
Saturday 25th July Club Blitz
Sunday 2nd August Training
Sunday 9th August U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Listowel
Saturday 15th August U-6, U-8, U-10 -Boys and Girls – Away to Listowel

THANK YOU:
Thanks to Horans Fruit & Veg for sponsoring the fruit on Sunday mornings in the members lounge.

Coffee/Tea Club:
Thanks to all involved with the refreshments committee who once again looked after the parents so well and provided some top notch home baking.
This is a great opportunity for all parents to meet up and have a chat and cuppa. All monies collected will go directly back to develop and support the Juvenile teams in the Club and your support is very much appreciated.

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.
Follow all our Bingo news on our newly launched Facebook page.
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:
30/06/2015 – Numbers drawn: 6, 15, 16, 26
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Joe Gaffney c/o Patrons
€25 – Ray Walsh c/o Bertie
€25 – Meave & Dominic O’Rahilly c/o Sportsfield Bar
€25 – Barrett Kids c/o Catherine
€25 – Rebecca O’Neill c/o Juveniles
Next draw – 07/07/2015 – Jackpot €1,300

MERCHANDISE:
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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.

CLOTHES. COLLECTION – FUNDRAISING. CAMPAIGN – WEEK 2:
Please donate any unwanted Clothes and Textiles, Mobile phones and Laptops to raise funds for John Mitchels Club.
PLEASE DROP ITEMS TO JOHN MITCHELS COMPLEX BETWEEN Monday 22nd June 2015 to Monday 7th September 2015.
Any CLEAN REWEARABLE clothes, paired shoes, belts, handbags, curtains, towels, bedlinen, soft toys are accepted.
WHERE POSSIBLE PLEASE DONATE AT LEAST 3+ BAGS – THIS REALLY DOES RAISE MUCH NEEDED FUNDS FOR OUR CLUB
Please keep Mobile phones & Laptops in a separate bag.

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Questions & Answers
Session With
Bertie Flynn

Bertie Flynn, Member of John Mitchel’s Lotto Committee
John Mitchel’s Junior Player From/To: 1950-1956
Player Position: Right Corner Forward/Full Forward

(Q): What has been one of your greatest accomplishments as a Mitchel’s player?
(A): “For me one of the greatest memoires I have isn’t necessarily an accomplishment as a player. At the age of thirteen I attended the 1947 County Championship Final with my dad.
The match was played in the Austin Stack Park and Mitchel’s won the title”.
Mitchel’s had some great players like Joe Koehane, Eddie Dunne, Tommy Dowling and Bruddy O Donnell to name but a few. It is great to have the memory of seeing your Club winning a County title especially at a young age”.

(Q): Tell about your memories of the Five in a Row era?
(A): “During the 5 in a row era I was working in England. I always did my best to get home for the Final. The 1959 final was a very tight game and Mitchel’s won it with a late goal. It’s the game that I remember the most because it was the start of the most successful winning run in our history”.

(Q): Which players in the club would you have looked up to?
(A): “We had great players on the senior panel. The O’ Shea brothers Thorney and Derry, Fred Lynch, Teddy O’Dowd and many more. For me I always looked up to Niall Sheehy. He would always give instructions and shouts of encouragement to his team mates. When the chips were down Niall could be counted on to get a vital score”.

(Q): Can you tell me what was most satisfying about your sport?
(A): “I loved the game always both as a spectator and a player. I also have some lifelong friends through football”.

(Q): What other sports have you been involved in?
(A): “I played some Hurling with John Mitchel’s. For me it was mostly football. I wasn’t really interested in playing other sports”.

(Q): What was one of your biggest disappointments as a Mitchel’s player?
(A): “When I was very young in the mid to late 1940s it was very hard to take when the Mitchel’s lost a match. I remember them losing in the 1946 Championship. Losing that game was a big disappointment”.

(Q): If you could change a rule(s) in Gaelic football what would that be?
(A): “I would change the rule where you could only take a free kick by placing the ball on the ground. The art and skill of taking a free kick is lost to allow it to be taken from the hands. When a free kick is taken from the ground it keeps the play going forward in most cases”.

(Q): Tell me of your role with John Mitchel’s Lotto?
(A): “The lotto is going great. I sell the tickets each week along with all the other committee members. The weekly draw takes place on Tuesday. The Lotto is a very important fundraiser for the Club. Next year the John Mitchel’s lotto will be 25 years in existence”.

(Q): What are your thoughts on the present and future of the Club?
(A): “The new facilities are fantastic. There is great credit due to the committee members that seen the project through to completion. I look forward to the Senior team playing at the top level of football again. I wish them the very best of luck for the rest of the season”.

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SYMPATHY
To the family of Terry Keane (nee Hassett), St Joseph’s, Derrymore and formerly of Caherslee, Tralee
To the family of Margaret Madge Ryan (nee Colgan) St John’s Park, Tralee
MAY THEY REST IN PEACE

SENIOR MEN:
County League – Division 2

We played Kenmare away last Sunday in Round 4 of the County League. We started strongly and went three points up through Sean Moloney (2) and Niall Sheehy (1) but to their credit Kenmare came roaring back to draw level.

Our forwards started to play good stuff and we added scores from Sean Moloney (2) and Alan O’Donoghue (2) and Niall Sheehy (1) to lead at half time by 8 points to 5

In the second half, Kenmare put us under pressure and it took us 20 minutes to register a score through Jake Moran and Kenmare drew level 9 points each with 5 mins left. We added a score through Niall Sheehy but Kenmare kicked a free in the last minute to share the spoils John Mitchels 0-10 Kenmare 0-10.

Team: Dermot Raggett, Dan Kerins, Brendan O’Mahony, Cian Sheridan, Stevie O’Mahony, Lawrence Bastible, Jonathan O’Halloran, Mike Wrenn, Shane O’Connor, Jake Moran (0-01), Mike Deane, George Bastible, Sean Moloney(0-04), Niall Sheehy (0-03), Alan O’Donoghue (0-02).

Subs used: Oliver Coffey, John Higgins

Round 1 – Mitchels 0-10 – Templenoe, 0-06
Round 2 – Tarbert​ 0-08 – John Mitchels 0-14
Round 3 – Mitchels 0-16. – Spa Killarney 1-08
Round 4 – Kenmare 0-10 – Mitchels 0-10
Round 5 – Mitchels v Listowel Emmets Sunday June 7th (Home)

Semi-Final. Intermediate Club Championship
Mitchels v Spa Killarney. Date to be decided.
Round 1 Mitchels 1-10. Finuge 1-06
Round 2 Mitchels 1-09 An Gaeltacht 0-11

MINORS::
Training continues as usual.

SENIOR LADIES
Training continues on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7 pm to 8 pm.

REMINDER. – MEMBERSHIP. FEES:
Reminding all players/parents/guardians to return their Membership forms and money ASAP.

MOUTHGUARD
Please remember that mouthguards for all players under the age of 18 are now compulsory for both training and games. Referees have been directed to not allow any player not wearing a mouthguard to play. Any player who suffers a dental injury in training when not wearing a mouthguard will not be covered by the Injury Fund

Under 16
Training Thursday 6.00 – 7.00p.m. Unless otherwise notified.

U-14 LADIES:
Next game May 20th at home to Abbeydorney.
Also Duagh game will probably go to May 29th. Training continues every Thursday 6-7 pm at our magnificent complex ..

CO. LEAGUE. FIXTURES. – DIVISION. 2
Home v Abbeydorney 20/5
Home v Duagh 29/5
Away V Glenflesk 31/5
Home v Listowel 7/6

North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 1: Away to Listowel Emmets, 30th August
Round 2: Home to Ballyduff, 6th September
Round 3: Away to Na Gaeil, 13th September
Round 4: Home to Ballymac, 27th September

U12 Girls
County League preliminary Fixtures Phase 1.
The girls played out a draw in their final preliminary round game of the County League at home against Finuge / St Senans last Tuesday evening. In a close fought entertaining and sporting game, played in windy conditions we got a late goal to level up matters. The girls are improving with every game and hopefully they’ll get a good run in the County League proper which starts next week. As there are some outstanding games in the other groups the grading system has’nt been completed yet so at time of print we dont know our next set of fixtures.
The girls that played last week were as follows; Emily O Shea, Elizabeth O Connor, Eimear Murphy, Emma O’Donnell, Erica O Connor, Taylor Rodgers, Angel Quilligan, Caoimhe Leahy, Kerry Oba, Lauren Smullen, Katie Ross, Molly Brosnan, Lynda O Connor, Dawn McLarnan, Paula Clifford & Simera Hunt.
If we dont have a midweek game, training continues on Wednesday evenings at Camp Ballyseedy from 6.00pm to 7.00pm – any new players welcome.

The mentors and John Mitchels GAA club also want to give their best wishes to any girls making their confirmation around this time.

Under-16 BOYS
Training continues Mondays at 7.00 p.m. and Thursday at 6.30 p.m.

U-14 BOYS
Co League Semi-Final:
Renard/St Mary’s 8-13 John Mitchels 6-5

We travelled to Renard on Wednesday evening to play a St Mary’s/Renard combination in the County League semi final.
We started this game very slowly and playing in to a strong wind against a physically stronger side. We couldn’t make any inroads and went in at the break well behind after conceding some soft goals. Half time score 7-9 to 1-2.

In the second half helped by the wind and a much more determined team effort, we battled all the way to the finish showing what we can do when we want to. The half time introduction of Paraic O Callaghan caused our opponents plenty of headaches and Padraig White had an inspired game throughout carrying the game to the opposition at all times .

We were unlucky not to get a few more goals in the second half and the full time score of 8-13 to 6-5 probably didn’t do us justice. That said the game was lost in the first half.

Team was Eric Pula, Robert Kerins, Sean Tighe, David Fitzgibbon, Ciaran O Leary, Stephen Bowler, Patrick O Brien, Padraig White(2-3) James Sheehan, Jordan Mason((0-1), Dylan O Brien, Sean Dillane(1-0), Tyrese Flaherty(1-0), Craig O Brien, Tristan Kirwan(1-0), Paraic O Callaghan(1-1), Cian Barden, Ross Sugrue.

There will be no training this week.

Rd 1 Templenoe/Sneem 2-03. Mitchels. 8-12
Rd 2 Home to Milltown/ Castlemaine
Rd 3 Home to St Marys/ Renard
Rd 4 Bye
Rd 5 Away to Glenbeigh/Glencar

Under 14 Brendan’s League
John Mitchels 6-9. Ardfert. 5-9
John Mitchels 4-4. St Pats. 7-7
John Mitchels 3-4. Na Gael 2-12

U-12 BOYS
Training will continue Monday and Wednesday evenings 6.00 – 7.00 pm

LEE STRAND U12 COUNTY LEAGUE FIXTURES
Rd1 Away to An Ghaeltacht
Rd 2 Away to Kerins O’Rahillys
Rd 3 Bye April 26th
Rd 4 Home to Glenflesk
Rd 5 Home to Kenmare May 10th – 6.00pm
Training will continue Mon and Wed evenings 6-7 on the all weather pitch

FITNESS CLASSES:
John Mitchels are running two new weightless and conditioning classes,
weight loss classes on Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm, €6 pay as you go or €36 for seven weeks
Couch-to-5k on Sundays from 10.30 to 11.30, €6 pay as you go or €36 for seven weeks
Join up for both sessions for €70 and get a personalised gym programme to help you achieve your goals.
Contact Mike on 0872919107 for more information.

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

THANK. YOU:
We wish to acknowledge with sincere gratitude the kindness of Breda Foran Rumpler and her husband for travelling to Beaufort in such miserable conditions last Sunday and providing teas, coffees and buns. It was much appreciated.

U-10 BOYS
Training continues on Sunday next from 10.30am to 11.30am

U-10 GIRLS
Training continues on Sundays from 10.30 am to 12.00 noon.

U-8 BOYS:
Training continues on Sundays from 10.30 am to 12.00 noon.

U-8 GIRLS:
It is great to see numbers increasing and girls bring a friend as we continue to learn the rules of football, have fun and meet new friends.
All new members welcome to the Centre of Excellence .
Training continues from 10-30 am to 12 every Sunday morning.

U6 BOYS & GIRLS:
New players welcome every Sunday morning at 10.30am in Camp, Ballyseedy.

John Mitchels schedule for May to August

Sunday 17th May Training
Sunday 24th May U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Away to Keel (bus at 10 am)
Sunday 31st May Training
Sunday 7th June U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Away to Na Gaeil
Sunday 14th June U-6, U-8,U-10 Boys and Girla – Home to Na Gaeil
Sunday 21st June U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Beaufort
Sunday 28th June U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Dr Crokes
Sunday 45h July No Training – Munster final
Sunday 12th July U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Spa, Killarney (to be confirmed)
Saturday 18th July U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Away to Spa, Killarney (to be confirmed)
Monday 20th – Friday 24th July Club Summer Camp
Saturday 25th July Club Blitz
Sunday 2nd August Training
Sunday 9th August U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Listowel
Saturday 15th August U-6, U-8, U-10 -Boys and Girls – Away to Listowel

U-8 & U-10 boys play go games from 29th April to the end of May,
THESE FIXTURES WILL BE SEND BY TEAMER TEXT

THANK. YOU:
Thanks to Horans Fruit & Veg for sponsoring the fruit on Sunday mornings in the members lounge.

Coffee/Tea Club
Thanks to all involved with the refreshments committee who once again looked after the parents so well and provided some top notch home baking.
This is a great opportunity for all parents to meet up and have a chat and cuppa. All monies collected will go directly back to develop and support the Juvenile teams in the Club and your support is very much appreciated.

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
05/05/2015 – Numbers drawn: 16, 19, 24, 26
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Bernie Tagney c/o Paddy
€25 – David Pitman c/o Paddy
€25 – Kathleen O’Mahony c/o Vincent
€25 – Tommy Flynn c/o Bertie
€25 – Francis Galvin c/o Paddy
Next draw – 12/05/2015 – Jackpot €1,100

MERCHANDISE
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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.

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Questions & Answers

Player Profile: Clive O’Callaghan

Senior John Mitchel’s Player From/To: 1996 – 2010
Playing Position: Centre Forward

(Q): What is your greatest accomplishment as a Mitchel’s player?
(A): “I believe it was the success in 2007 to retain our Senior status.
That season we won our two play-off games against Listowel Emmett’s and Milltown/Castlemaine to remain in the Senior County Championship”.

(Q): What Player(s) would you have looked up to in the Club?
(A): “When I was a young player I looked up to John Higgins, Martin Dennehy, and Anthony Gleeson. Later on Fergus O’Connor and Fergal O’Brien are two of the players that I admired”.

(Q): What is satisfying to you about your sport?
(A): “I suppose it is having been involved with Juvenile teams since I was seventeen.
The highlight for me was winning back to back Minor County League (Div. 1) as a mentor 2011-12”.

(Q): If you could change a rule in Gaelic Football what would that be?
(A): “I would give an extra point for a score that was kicked from a measured distance from goal. Kicking points from distance is often necessary in today’s game with tactics such as blanket defence”.

(Q): What was your biggest disappointment as a Mitchel’s player?
(A): “My biggest disappointment was losing our Senior status in 2008.
We were beaten in a play-off match against Ardfert. It was hard to take given our tradition and past success in the Senior County Championship”.

(Q): What other sports have you been involved in?
(A): “I played Rugby as a Juvenile. I played Hurling and I play Soccer as a pastime”.

(Q): What would you consider was one of your best games as a player and why?
(A) “It was a County League game against Currow in 2007. We won the game and it is one that I believe I played well and made a difference on the day”.

(Q): Can you tell me about your time as a Senior Team Selector?
(A): “The first year we were promoted and it was also the first time in 30 years that we won the Town Championship. It was a very enjoyable and worthwhile experience”.

(Q): What are your thoughts on the present and future of the Club?
(A): “The Club is in a great position at the moment with the facilities and personnel we have.
I wish every success to the all the Teams and to everyone involved in working on behalf of our Club”.

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SYMPATHY
To the family of Kitty Jamail Murphy, Texas, and late of 2 Clonmore Villas, Tralee
To the family of Lilly Curtin (nee Curtin) Highfield Grove Caherslee, and formerly of Railway Terrace, Tralee
To the family of Dr Arthur Spring, Ash Coirt, Ashleigh Downs and formerly of Strand St, Tralee
May they rest in Peace.

SENIORS:
County League – Division 2
Round 4 – Kenmare. V. Mitchels Saturday May 9th @ 7.00p.m.
ALL. SUPPORT WOULD. BE. GREATLY. APPRECIATED

Round 1 – Mitchels 0-10 – Templenoe, 0-06
Round 2 – Tarbert​ 0-08 – John Mitchels 0-14
Round 3 – Mitchels 0-16. – Spa Killarney 1-08

Semi-Final. Intermediate Club Championship
Mitchels v Spa Killarney. Date to be decided.
Round 1 Mitchels 1-10. Finuge 1-06
Round 2 Mitchels 1-09 An Gaeltacht 0-11

MINORS::
Training continues as usual.

SENIOR LADIES
Training continues on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7 pm to 8 pm.

REMINDER. – MEMBERSHIP. FEES:
Reminding all players/parents/guardians to return their Membership forms and money ASAP.

MOUTHGUARD
Please remember that mouthguards for all players under the age of 18 are now compulsory for both training and games. Referees have been directed to not allow any player not wearing a mouthguard to play. Any player who suffers a dental injury in training when not wearing a mouthguard will not be covered by the Injury Fund

Under 16
Training Thursday 6.00 – 7.00p.m. Unless otherwise notified.

U-14 LADIES:
Our next game is at Home to Abbeydorney on May 10th . We will have a challenge game before this …. Fixtures run on as is

CO. LEAGUE. FIXTURES. – DIVISION. 2
Home v Abbeydorney 10/5
Home v Duagh 24/5
Away V Glenflesk 31/5
Home v Listowel 7/6

North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 1: Away to Listowel Emmets, 30th August
Round 2: Home to Ballyduff, 6th September
Round 3: Away to Na Gaeil, 13th September
Round 4: Home to Ballymac, 27th September

U12 Girls
Training continues on Wednesday evenings at Camp Ballyseedy from 6.00pm to 7.00pm – any new players welcom

County League preliminary Fixtures Phase 1.
May 5th John Mitchels v Finuge St Senans – Home at 6.00pm
YOUR SUPPORT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED

Under-16 BOYS
Central League Semi Final- Mitchels 5-10 , Castlegregory 2-13.
This game was a classic example of the saying “never write off a Mitchels Team” as the team put in a massive second half to book a place in the final. We started the game very poorly with Castle getting 1-5 without us scoring and we looked dead and tired on the pitch but we finally woke up 10 minutes into the game where we put two points on the board from Michael Kelleher and Eoin Sugrue but then Castlegregory flew down the pitch to get a goal and a few points before Ryan Ward buried a goal and we got 2 more points before the ref blew the half time whistle with the score 2-09 to 1-4 in favour of Castgregory.

The team received a wide awakening at half time and it seemed to work like magic as they flew out of the traps in the second half to quickly get a a goal and two points from Michael Kelleher before Castlegregory got 2 of only 4 points on the second half. quickly after those points we received a penalty which was clinically dispatched by Jack Myers and then a 45 made it’s way into the net from the boot of Michael Kelleher put us 2 points ahead but once Castle fought back with two great points which finished off their scoring.

A spilled ball by the Castlegregory keeper fell onto Ryan Wards boot and he finished followed by a point by Owen Breen put us 4 points ahead and we finished off the game with two magnificent points from Michael Kelleher and Ryan Ward to complete an unbelievable comeback and exceptional second half. Congrats to all players for such a great second half performance. Next for us is To Be Confirmed.
Training continues Mondays at 7.00 p.m. and Thursday at 6.30 p.m.

U-14 BOYS
Training continues this Monday at 7.00 pm

Rd 1 Templenoe/Sneem 2-03. Mitchels. 8-12
Rd 2 Home to Milltown/ Castlemaine
Rd 3 Home to St Marys/ Renard
Rd 4 Bye
Rd 5 Away to Glenbeigh/Glencar

Under 14 Brendan’s League
John Mitchels 6-9. Ardfert. 5-9
John Mitchels 4-4. St Pats. 7-7
John Mitchels 3-4. Na Gael 2-12

U-12 BOYS
Training will continue Monday and Wednesday evenings 6.00 – 7.00 pm

LEE STRAND U12 COUNTY LEAGUE FIXTURES
Rd1 Away to An Ghaeltacht
Rd 2 Away to Kerins O’Rahillys
Rd 3 Bye April 26th
Rd 4 Home to Glenflesk
Rd 5 Home to Kenmare May 10th – 6.00pm
Training will continue Mon and Wed evenings 6-7 on the all weather pitch

FITNESS CLASSES:
John Mitchels are running two new weightless and conditioning classes,
weight loss classes on Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm, €6 pay as you go or €36 for seven weeks
Couch-to-5k on Sundays from 10.30 to 11.30, €6 pay as you go or €36 for seven weeks
Join up for both sessions for €70 and get a personalised gym programme to help you achieve your goals.
Contact Mike on 0872919107 for more information.

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

U-10 BOYS
Training continues on Sunday next from 10.30am to 11.30am

U-8 GIRLS:
It is great to see numbers increasing and girls bring a friend as we continue to learn the rules of football, have fun and meet new friends.
All new members welcome to the Centre of Excellence .
Training continues from 10-30 am to 12 every Sunday morning.

U-10 GIRLS:
Training continues from 10-30 am to 12 every Sunday morning.

U-8 BOYS
Training continues from 10-30 am to 12 every Sunday morning.

U-6 BOYS & GIRLS
On Sunday the 26th of April our under 6s welcomed some players from Keel to train with us. We had massive numbers ourselves with 42 Mitchels players a mix of both boys and girls and also there was 16 players from Keel but our top class mentor team of 12 people both men and woman were well able.

Lots of fun was had by all during training while they all completed an obstacle course and performed some basic football skills as part of the session. We ended the session by playing 3 fun matches and players showed great skills and had lots of fun.

A super day was had by all children who went to represent Mitchels Under 6s against Dr Crokes last Saturday morning – Great fun was had on the bus to and from Killarney with a special thanks to all players who were superbly behaved all morning – our U6s wore the colours with great pride in their fun football matches – with special mentions to;
Jack Daly, Leon Healy, Cody Murphy, Sean Murphy, Luke Roche, Sadbh Corkery,
Aoibheann and roanna O’Sullivan, Liam Corkery, John and James Moriarty,
Jayden Sugrue, Caiomhe Somers, Riobaird Foley, Donnchadh Noonan,
Lukas Conway

Huge thanks to our mentors who travelled and also to Crokes who were very welcoming to us and who we will welcome back to Mitchels during the summer. Match v Beaufort away next Sunday morning with training sessions there after until further notice. Teamers will be sent out during the week. All new players very welcome every Sunday mornings for loads of fun and football.

John Mitchels schedule for May to August
Sunday 10th May U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls. – Away to Beaufort (Bus at 10.00am)
Sunday 17th May Training
Sunday 24th May U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Away to Keel (bus at 10 am)
Sunday 31st May Training
Sunday 7th June U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Away to Na Gaeil
Sunday 14th June U-6, U-8,U-10 Boys and Girla – Home to Na Gaeil
Sunday 21st June U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Beaufort
Sunday 28th June U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Dr Crokes
Sunday 45h July No Training – Munster final
Sunday 12th July U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Spa, Killarney (to be confirmed)
Saturday 18th July U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Away to Spa, Killarney (to be confirmed)
Monday 20th – Friday 24th July Club Summer Camp
Saturday 25th July Club Blitz
Sunday 2nd August Training
Sunday 9th August U-6, U-8, U-10 Boys and Girls – Home to Listowel
Saturday 15th August U-6, U-8, U-10 -Boys and Girls – Away to Listowel

U-8 & U-10 boys play go games from 29th April to the end of May,
THESE FIXTURES WILL BE SEND BY TEAMER TEXT

THANK. YOU:
Thanks to Horans Fruit & Veg for sponsoring the fruit on Sunday mornings in the members lounge.

Coffee/Tea Club
Thanks to all involved with the refreshments committee who once again looked after the parents so well and provided some top notch home baking.
This is a great opportunity for all parents to meet up and have a chat and cuppa. All monies collected will go directly back to develop and support the Juvenile teams in the Club and your support is very much appreciated.

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
28/04/2015 – Numbers drawn: 11, 16, 21, 22
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Ted Fitzgerald c/o Paddy
€25 – Nadya Rivas-McHugh c/o Juveniles
€25 – Rob O’Connell c/o Juveniles
€25 – John Cronin c/o Bingo
€25 – Rob O’Connell, Boolteens East, Castlemaine
Next draw – 05/05/2015 – jackpot €1,100

MERCHANDISE
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

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.

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Questions & Answers
Player Profile: Jimmy O Mahony
Honours Won:
John Mitchels Minor County football Championship title 1961 (Team Captain)
Senior County Football Championship titles 1961, 1962, 1963
Kerry:
Minor Munster title 1962
Minor All Ireland Title 1962 (Team Captain)
Munster U21 title 1962
Player Position: Midfield

(Q): Can you tell about the history of the 1961 minor title?
(A): “We played against Castleisland Desmond’s in the 1961 final. We had a superb minor team, if that team could have represented Kerry I have little doubt we would have won the All-Ireland that year. On the team we had players like Mikie Morris and Dom O Donnell who went on to win U21, Junior and Senior All Ireland titles with Kerry. I played in midfield alongside Mikie Morris. On the path to the final we defeated Mid-Kerry, St. Brendan’s and Austin Stack’s. Mitchel’s also had a very good minor team in 1962 and were narrowly beaten in the Championship by North Kerry in Listowel”.
(Q): What do you believe you brought to the team as captain?
(A): “I believe I brought leadership and encouragement. I never had to use four letter words to any player we played as a happy team. Jacques Mc Donald was a wonderful coach we also had a great back room team in Eddie Dunne, John Joe Sheehy, Eamonn Fitzgerald and Jerry Flynn”.

(Q): What was your greatest accomplishment as a Mitchel’s player?
(A): “It was a great honour and a great since of accomplishment to captain the minor county champions in 1961”.

(Q): What player(s) would you have looked up to in the club

(A): “The player I would have looked up to and admired the most was Paudie Sheehy. Paudie was on the senior title winning team in 1952. What stood out about him for me was his speed great ball control and his accuracy. Paudie won seven senior county titles 1952, 1959-63 and 1966”.

(Q): What other sports were you involved in?

(A): “Weight lifting/training was my chosen sport after I finished playing football. My brother Gerald was the Father of modern weight training for athletics in Kerry. Many of our All Ireland winning champions trained in O’Mahony’s gym. Players like John O Keeffe, Tommy Doyle and Jimmy Deenihan to name but a few”.

(Q): Can you tell about your minor All Ireland title with Kerry in 1962?
(A): “It was a great honour for me to captain an All-Ireland winning team. John Mitchel’s had seven players on that Kerry team. We defeated Mayo 6-05 to 0-7. The U21 championship began that year and we had six Mitchel’s players on the panel including myself. Dom O Donnell was the captain and we won a Munster title beaten cork 2-07 to 1-04”.

(Q): What are your thoughts on the present and future of the club?
(A): “I would love to see Mitchel’s winning the intermediate championship and going back again to where we belong in the senior championship. I wish every success to the team and all at the club for the future”.

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SYMPATHY
To the family of Anne Fleming, Old Golf Links Road and Cuil Didin Tralee and formerly of Los Angeles
To the family of Patrick (Pat) Reynolds, Springfield, Ballyvelly, Tralee
To the family of Patrick P O’Connor, Clogherbrien, Tralee
To the family of Daniel Harmon, Station Rd, Ardfert, Tralee
To the family of Kitty Leen, (nee Reidy) Kilquane, Ballymacelligott, Tralee
To the family of Michael Sweeney, St Martin’s Park, Tralee
To the family of Johnny O’Connor, Connolly Park, Tralee and formerly of Main St, Blennerville

SENIORS:
St. Brendan’s League Final 2015:
We played St. Pats in the Final of St Brendan’s Final last Friday in Caherslee on a dry but cold and windy evening. The first half was a dogged affair with both sides showing great intensity and scores were hard to come by.

We started well with a Ciaran Singleton score but St Pats added two scores to go a point ahead. Alan O’Donoghue and Shane O’Connor scored a point each before St Pats deservedly equalised to leave scores at half time St Pats 0-03 to John Mitchels 0-03.

Mitchels started the second half in great fashion and added a score from Oliver Coffey and further points from Alan O’Donoghue(2) and Sean Moloney before we scored a great goal from Mike Deane.

St Pats to their credit came back into it and added two points and would have been way closer only for some wayward shooting. We closed out the game well and ran out deserving winners on final scoreline of John Mitchels 1-07 St Pats 0-05.

The St Brendan’s League Cup was presented to our Captain Lawrence Bastible to the delight of our team, Mentors and Supporters.

Team: Dermot Raggett, Dan Kerins, Brendan O’Mahony, Cian Sheridan, Stevie O’Mahony, Lawrence Bastible(c), Ciaran Deane, Shane o Connor (0-01), Mike Wrenn, Akeem Molloy, Mike Deane (1-0), Jonathan O’Halloran, Alan O’Donoghue (0-03), Ciaran Singleton(0-01), Sean Moloney (0-01)
Subs used: Oliver Coffey (0-01), Jake Moran, Jared o Sullivan

County League – Division 2
Round 1 – Mitchels 0-10 – Templenoe, 0-6
Round 2 – Tarbert​ 0-08 – John Mitchels 0-14
Round 3 – Mitchels v Spa Killarney next Saturday 11th April. Time to be confirmed.
ALL SUPPORT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.

MINORS:
Galtee Fuels Minor League Final – Division 2
Ardfert V John Mitchels on Friday 10th of April at 6.30 pm in Ballyrickyard.
ALL SUPPORT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.

County League Fixtures 2015
Round 1 – John Mitchels 0-9 Beaufort 1-12
Round 2 – Away to Keel/Listry,
Round 3 – Away to Desmond’s,
Round 4 – Home to Glenflesk,
Round 5 – Away to Laune Rangers, 17 April at 6.45 pm

SENIOR LADIES:
County League Fixtures
The ladies played Spa Killarney on Sunday last in Round 4 of the County League. Although the Mitchels played against a strong gale in the first half, the girls worked very hard and at the break had out scored the visitors by a goal.
Half time score John Mitchels 2-6, Spa 1-6.
The Mitchels ladies used the wind in the second half to their advantage and scored some super goals and points. They out scored the opposition in this half by 2-3. Final score John Mitchels 5-11, Spa Killarney 2-08.
The Mitchels team and scorers included Andrea O’Connor, Tanya O’Connor, Diana O’Keeffe, Patriz Brosnan, Anna Murphy, Ashleigh Murphy, Ariane Finnegan, Jane Carmody, Shauna Hanafin (0-2), Cliodhna Hayes (0-4), Tasha O’Sullivan (2-2), Ciaran Kilgallen, Erris O’Carroll, Niamh Myers (2-2), Carron O’Brien (1-1), Tara Fitzgerald.
Next Sunday the ladies play Abbeydorney at home in the Final round of the League. A win here will secure a place in the Final. Training continues on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7pm to 8pm.

U-16 LADIES:
North Kerry League Fixtures
Mitchels v Beale ballyduff
Mitchels girls had a great win in the North Kerry League beating there opponent by a score of 7-8 to 4 points. Best for John Mitchels were Leanne O’Brien, Emma O’Keeffe and Niamh o Shea
Round 5: Away to Abbeydorney, 11th April at 6.00 pm

U-14 LADIES:
We made the long journey back to Templenoe on 22nd March to play ISG Gaels
in our first game of the League. This would have been the first time that some of our players played full pitch and full rules. Despite our best efforts the more experienced ISG team ran out winners.
Our second game against a very strong Laune Rangers was marked by torrential rain and hailstones at home in Ballyseedy. Again great credit to our players for there determination and efforts in shocking conditions..
We make our third outing this Wednesday away to Legion.
Well done to all the players and we are learning and gaining experience as we go along.
Training continues every Thursday 6-7 pm new players welcome.

County League Fixtures – Div 2
Away to Legion 1/4/15
Away to Southern Gaels 12/4
Home v Abbeydorney 10/5
Home v Duagh 24/5
Away V Glenflesk 31/5
Home v Listowel 7/6

North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 1: Away to Listowel Emmets, 30th August
Round 2: Home to Ballyduff, 6th September
Round 3: Away to Na Gaeil, 13th September
Round 4: Home to Ballymac, 27th September

U12 Girls
The girls had a busy week playing three North Kerry league games against Duagh on Sunday the 22nd which they won, Moyvane on Monday the 23rd which they drew and against Kerins O Rahillys on Sunday the 29th which they also won.

This sets them up nicely in the table and qualifies them for the Shield Final but we wont know the opponents until the other teams have finished their games. Their hard work and committment at training over the past few weeks is showing, the girls are having plenty fun, making new friends and one can see each one of them improving with every match.

The preliminary section of the County League starts on the weekend of April 4th and a full list of games is listed below. These games are subject to change and once they are completed all of the teams in the County will be graded and we’ll commence the County League proper so there is loads of football on the way.

The girls that played last week are as follows; Tara Field, Mairead McCarthy, Lynda O Connor, Elizabeth O Connor, Taylor Rodgers,Eimear Murphy, Erica O Connor, Katie Ross, Caoimhe Leahy, Kerry Oba, Amee Kerins,Lauren Smullen, Angel Quilligan, Molly & Emily Brosnan, Emily & Ciara Poultney, Dawn McLarnan, Paula Clifford & Emma O Donnell.

The club, mentors and players would like to wish Emily O Shea a speedy recovery from her recent injury and hope to see her back soon.
As the evenings are now longer and brighter, we may look to change training times – if this happens everyone will be informed during the week.

County League preliminary Fixtures Phase 1.
April 7th Castlegregory v John Mitchels. 6.00pm
April 14th John Mitchels V Na Gaeil. 6.00pm
April 21st John Mitchels – BYE
April 28th Corca Dhuibhne v John Mitchels. 6.00pm
May 5th John Mitchels v Finuge St Senans. 6.00pm

Under-16 BOYS
U16 Central Region
Our U16 team were after a busy week which started on Monday 23rd with a comprehensive victory over Cromane at home in our first game in the Central League. We were near full strength for the game and it showed on the pitch with a superb team performance which made us way too strong for our opponents. All our forwards got some wonderful scores which included a magnificent point from Shane McCarthy and a perfectly placed penalty by Jack Myers and our backs have to be praised for keeping Cromane scoreless in the second half.

Next for us was Castleisland Desmonds at home on Thursday 26th in the Castleisland District League. Result: Mitchels 2-9 Desmond’s 3-10. This was a superb game of football played underlights which Castleisland narrowly edged out. A couple of missing players were the difference as we missed a lot of great chances in both halves to get scores and win the game.

We went in at half time 2 points down but a very poor start to the second half saw us 13 points behind with 10 minutes but the players showed great heart to get 2-3 without conceding which included a top class goal clearance from Graham Hudson and an exceptional solo run and goal from Eoin Sugrue.
Finally we played Ardfert at home on Monday 30th which was our third game in seven days.

This game was played in horrendous conditions which resulted in a low scoring game which Ardfert won 0-7 to our 1-0. The wind was blowing straight across the pitch which didn’t suit our team and we struggled throughout the game missing a lot of players from our starting fifteen. We got off to a great start with a goal from Shane Doyle but we really weren’t able to cope with the conditions.

A shoutout has to be given to Shane McCarthy who made some brilliant saves in goals and Mark Ryle was solid at the back with Jonathan Downey and Tadhg Broderick.

Rd 3 Away to Castlegregory April 6th – 6.45pm
Rd4 Away to Austin Stacks April 13th. – 7.00pm
Rd5 Home to St Pats Blennerville April 20th. – 7.00pm
Training continues Mondays at 7.00 p.m. and Thursday at 6.30 p.m.

U-14 BOYS
LEE STRAND U14 COUNTY LEAGUE FIXTURES:
We made the long journey to Templnoe last Wednesday evening to play our first County League game of the season against a Sneem/Templenoe combination. We started brightly thanks to Padraig White and James Sheehan in the middle and great work up front from Craig O Brien, Tristan Kirwan and Tyrese Flaherty. Our backs were very solid throughout and Eric Pula was as ever alert between the posts. We ran out comfortable winners in the end on a scoreline of 8-12 to 2-3.

Our thanks to the under 12’s who travelled with us on the night and they too showed great promise for the future.
Team and scorers on the night as follows.
Eric Pula, David O Connor Fitzgibbon, Sean Tighe, Robert Kerins, Stephen Bowler, Dara Sheridan, Ciaran O Leary,Padraig White(1-3),James Sheehan, Patrick O Brien,Dylan O Brien(0-3),Jordan Mason, Tristan Kirwan(2-1), Craig O Brien(1-5) Tyreese Flaherty(3-0)subs Conor Fitzmaurice, Paraic O Callaghan, John O Connor(1-0), Conor Commane, Sean Dillane.
We play Milltown/Castlemaine in round 2 next Wednesday evening 8th April at home at 7. All support greatly appreciated.
Training times will be sent by teamer text.
Rd 1 Templenoe/Sneem 2-03. Mitchels. 8-12
Rd 2 Home to Milltown/ Castlemaine April 8th – 7.00pm
Rd 3 Home to St Marys/ Renard April 15th. – 7.15pm
Rd 4 Bye April 22nd
Rd 5 Away to Glenbeigh/Glencar April 29th. – 7.30pm

Under 14 Brendan’s League
John Mitchels 6-9. Ardfert. 5-9
John Mitchels 4-4. St Pats. 7-7
John Mitchels 3-4. Na Gael 2-12
Sunday March 29th Churchill
Training this week is on Monday from 6-7 on All weather pitch.
​Please note that Gum shields to be worn for training.

U-12 BOYS
LEE STRAND U12 COUNTY LEAGUE FIXTURES
Rd1 Away to An Ghaeltacht April 12th – 6.00pm
Rd 2 Away to Kerins O’Rahillys April 19th – 6.00pm
Rd 3 Bye April 26th
Rd 4 Home to Glenflesk May 3rd – 6.00pm
Rd 5 Home to Kenmare May 10th – 6.00pm
Training will continue Mon and Wed evenings 6-7 on the all weather pitch

FITNESS CLASSES:
John Mitchels are running two new weightless and conditioning classes,
weight loss classes on Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm, €6 pay as you go or €36 for seven weeks
Couch-to-5k on Sundays from 10.30 to 11.30, €6 pay as you go or €36 for seven weeks
Join up for both sessions for €70 and get a personalised gym programme to help you achieve your goals.
Contact Mike on 0872919107 for more information.

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

U-10 BOYS
Training continues on Sunday next from 10.30am to 11.30am Don’t forget your gum shields.

U-8 & U-10 GIRLS
Under 8 Girls.
Training will now start from 10-30 am to 12 every Sunday morning.
It is great to see numbers increasing and girls bring a friend as we continue to learn the rules of football, have fun and meet new friends.
All new members welcome to the Centre of Excellence .

U-8 BOYS
Training continues on Sunday next from 10.00 am to 11.00 am.

U-6 BOYS & GIRLS
Training continues on Sunday next from 11 am to 12 noon.

Keep up to date by checking Club Notes, Website and Facebook.

THANK. YOU:
Thanks to Horans Fruit & Veg for sponsoring the fruit on Sunday mornings in the members lounge.

Coffee/Tea Club
Thanks to all involved with the refreshments committee who once again looked after the parents so well and provided some top notch home baking.
This is a great opportunity for all parents to meet up and have a chat and cuppa. All monies collected will go directly back to develop and support the Juvenile teams in the Club and your support is very much appreciated.

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
31/03/2015 – Numbers drawn: 4, 9, 15, 26
No winner
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Alannah Dennehy c/o Paddy
€25 – Noreen Sheehy c/o Bertie
€25 – Sam Locke c/o Bertie
€25 – John McEniry c/o Patrons
€25 – Norma O’Reilly c/o Donal
Next draw – 07/04/2015 – jackpot €1,000

MERCHANDISE
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex. Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

JOHN MITCHELS SPORTS COMPLEX
Tralee Parnells are training every Friday evening from 7.00 – 8.00 p.m. in John Mitchels Complex for U6 – U14 Boys and Girls for the next few weeks. Tralee Parnells would welcome any New players to join them.
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 Timothy O’Riordan, Ballyrickard Court, Tralee and formerly of Templeglantine, Co Limerick.
To the family of Arthur Lenihan, Woodville, Gortatlea, Tralee.
To the family of Michael McGrath, Kilmoyley and formerly of St. Brendan’s Park, Tralee.
To the family of Teddy Brick, St Brendan’s Park, Tralee.
To the family of Johnny Boyle, Connolly Park and Casement’s Avenue, Tralee.
To the family of Mary Delia O’Mahony (nee Hughes) O’Mahony’s Bakery, Boherbee, Tralee.
To the family of Danny Allman, Listrim, The Spa, and formerly of Curraheen, Tralee.
May they Rest in Peace

Questions & Answers Session With Alan O Donoghue

Name: Alan O Donoghue. Senior John Mitchel’s player from/to: 2006 – present.

Favourite playing position:  Centre half forward.

(Q): What was one of your best games as a player?

(A): “For me one of my best or most memorable game was my debut game in the senior championship against Kerins O’Rahillys, I was seventeen at the time and it was a big occasion for me”.

(Q): What was one of your worst games as a player?

(A): “One of my worst game in terms of the result was losing to Ardfert last season in the intermediate championship, we lost the match by a single point and it was hard to take, it’s the match that sticks out for me”.

(Q): What was one of your biggest disappointments as a Mitchel’s player?

(A): “The biggest disappointment not only for myself but for the club and all the supporters was been relegated to the intermediate championship in 2008, the club had a long tradition of playing in the senior county championship”.

(Q): What has been your greatest accomplishments as a Mitchel’s player?

(A) “I believe for me it was a great accomplishment to become a regular senior player from a young age, there was no learning the trade as such and it has worked out well for me from the start”.

(Q): What players would you have looked up to when you came into the senior panel?

(A) “When I joined the senior ranks there was a number of players I would have looked up to but Aiden Moynihan was a great mentor for me and gave me a lot of advice and encouragement as a young player”.

(Q): Are you involved in any other sports?

(A) “I play hurling and soccer, when I was younger I played a lot of soccer”.

(Q): What is the most challenging thing for you in your sport?

(A) “One of the most challenging things for me and I suppose for the team as well is to try and be successful in winning games, this has a positive effect on both the team and supporters alike”.

(Q): What is something that is unique about your sport?

(A) “What is unique is the whole community ethos, the club sprit and been a part of a great club that is what is so unique and special about my sport”.

(Q): If you could change one rule in your sport what would that be?

(A) “I would change the pickup from having to put your boot under the ball to just pick it off the ground because it slows the game and stops the flow of play and because referees seem to have different interpretations of the rule depending on conditions on the day”.

(Q): What are your thoughts on the present and future of the club?

(A) “At present I would like to see greater numbers of players across some of the juvenile teams, whereas some teams have big numbers others teams struggle from time to time, we have some great people at the club at this present time which includes the people in charge, regarding our senior team there is a good core of players at the moment and we have a great coaching staff.

Going forward we have a great facility and all the right structures in terms of training and coaching will be in place, of course there’s always room for improvement and I am sure everyone in the club will work to bring success at the top level back to the club”.

SENIORS

St. Brendan’s League Fixtures 2015
Round 1 – John Mitchels 1-14:   St. Pats 1-14
Round 2 – John Mitchels 3-11:    Churchill 2-03.
Round 3 – John Mitchels 1 12:    Ballymac 1-09
Round 4 – Home to Na Gaeil,
Round 5 – Home to Ardfert,
Final – 5th April

Coiste Tra Li League fixtures 2015
Round 1 – John Mitchels 1 12:    Ballymac 1-09
Round 2 – John Mitchels 0-10:    Kerins O’Rahilly’s 2-06
Round 3 – Home to Na Gaeil,  (double up with Brendan’s Board)
Round 4 – Home to Austin Stacks,
Round 5 – Bye
Final – weekend of 4th / 5th April

County League Division 2 Fixtures 2015
Round 1 – Home to Templenoe, 22nd March

MINORS
Coiste Tra Li League Fixtures 2015:
Round 2 – John Mitchels 4-9         Ardfert 1-11
Round 3 – John Mitchels 1-12       St Pats 2-9
Round 4 – Bye
Round 5 – Away to Kerins O’Rahilly’s, Saturday 21st Match, 4 pm

County League Fixtures 2015
Round 1 – John mitchels 0-9 Beaufort 1-12
Round 2 – Away to Keel/Listry,
Round 3 – Away to Desmond’s, 14 March at 4 pm
Round 4 – Home to Glenflesk, 3 April at 6.30 pm
Round 5 – Away to Laune Rangers, 17 April at 6.45 pm

SENIOR LADIES
County League Fixtures
Round 1 – John Mitchels 5-8; Currow 2-7
Round 2 – Home to Abbeydorney,
Round 3 – Away to Kilcummin, 15th March
Round 4 – Away to Causeway, 29th March
Round 5 – Home to Spa, 5th April
Final – weekend of 18/19 April

U-16 LADIES
North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 1: Home to Currow, 14th March at 6.00 pm
Round 2: Away to Finuge/St. Senans, 21th March at 6.00 pm
Round 3: Home to Moyvane, 28th March at 6.00 pm
Round 4: Home to Beale/Ballyduff, 4th April at 6.00 pm
Round 5: Away to Abbeydorney, 11th April at 6.00 pm

U-14 LADIES
Training  continues Thursday 6.00 – 7.00 p.m. in Hall  until further notice.
County League starts March 22nd and we will be notified of Fixtures shortly .

North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 1: Away to Listowel Emmets, 30th August
Round 2: Home to Ballyduff, 6th September
Round 3: Away to Na Gaeil, 13th September
Round 4: Home to Ballymac, 27th September

U12 Girls

The girls got their 2015 season off in what can only be described as arctic conditions away to Finuge St Senans in Mountcoal last Saturday. Great credit has to go to both teams for a very sporting game as it was obvious from the start that the winner would be the team that scored most with the wind as it was impossible to play against it.

It was Finuge/St Senans second game which stood to them in the end and they came out narrow winners but our girls will improve for the experience. The girls that played were as follows; Emily O Shea, Lynda O’Connor, Elizabeth O Connor, Tara Field, Eimear Murphy, Erica O Connor, Katie Ross, Caoimhe Leahy, Kerry Oba, Amee Kerins,Lauren Smullen, Taylor Rodgers, Angel Quilligan, Molly Brosnan, Emily & Ciara Poultney.

Training continues indoors on Tuesday evenings at Camp Ballyseedy from 5.45pm to 6.45pm – any new players welcome.

North Kerry League Fixtures
Round 3: Bye
Round 4: Home to Duagh, 22nd March at 12.00
Round 5: Away to Kerins O’Rahilly’s

Coffee/Tea Club

Thanks to all involved with the refreshments committee who once again looked after the parents so well and provided some top notch home baking.

Ann O’Donoghue is looking for volunteers to join her rota to help with serving the teas coffee and home baking. There is no obligation to do any baking although it is very much appreciated so anyone interested in helping out can please contact Ann on 0872277137.

This is a great opportunity for all parents to meet up and have a chat and cuppa.  All monies collected will go directly back to develop and support the Juvenile teams in the Club and your support is very much appreciated.

Under-16 BOYS

Under 16 boys are training Mondays at 7.00 p.m. and Thursday at 6.30 p.m.

U-14 BOYS

We had a good workout on the all weather pitch on Sunday against Ballymac in a challenge game where we ran out winners after a good tussle. We were down a few regulars so it was good to see last years under 12’s showing prominently.
Training continues on Tuesday and Fridays from 6-7
We play Ardfert away next Sunday in the Brendan’s League . Time to be confirmed later in the week .
Training continues Tuesday and Friday from 6-7.
Provisional fixtures below
Ardfert v John Mitchels Sunday 15th March
John Mitchels v St Pats 12 noon Sunday 22nd March
John Mitchels v Churchill 12 noon Sunday 29th March

​Please note that Gum shields to be worn for training.

U-12 BOYS
Training will continue Mon and Wed evenings 6-7 on the all weather pitch

SUNDAY MORNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

U-10 BOYS
Training continues on Sunday next from 10.30am to 11.30 a.m. on the Astro turf pitch. Don’t forget your gum shields.

U-8 & U-10 GIRLS
Training continues on Sunday next from 10.00 am to 11.00 am in the John Mitchels Sports Hall.

U-8 BOYS
Indoor training continues on Sunday next from 10.00 am to 11.00 am in the John Mitchels Sports Hall.

U-6 BOYS & GIRLS
Training continues on Sunday next from 11 am to 12 noon in the John Mitchels Sports Hall.

Bring a friend and enjoy our fabulous facilities at Camp Ballyseedy

Keep up to date by checking Club Notes, Website and Facebook.

Juvenile Registration
If anyone missed the opportunity to register, please do so ASAP with your Team Mentor.

Dyspraxia & Rounders  – Inclusion and Integration Initiative:
Kerry GAA are holding a Rounders blitz for children with special needs on Saturday the 14th March in John Mitchel’s GAA club, Tralee, from 10.30am to 1.30pm. The blitz is open to children with disabilities from throughout Kerry and will be mainly games based, with a little bit of coaching. Participants are welcome to come as part of a group or as individuals. Rounder’s is an easy game to play and all abilities will be catered for. The main aim of the day will be to promote participation in a fun and enjoyable environment.

In a separate initiative, 6 weeks of Gaelic Football skills sessions, is being run on Wednesday evenings, by The Sporting Chance programme at NLN Tralee.

This got under way on Wednesday 18th February and will be completed on Wednesday the 25th March 2015. The sessions take place in Austin Stacks GAA club Tralee from 4pm to 5pm.

All coaches are Garda vetted. The sessions are aimed towards providing additional skills to children with dyspraxia and other disabilities/impairments and will work on agility, balance, coordination, and movement skills in a fun and enjoyable environment. All are welcome.

There is no cost for either activity. To book a place(s) on either of these activities please contact Kevin Smith on 086-0404270, Coiste Chontae Chiarraí, Páirc Aibhistin de Staic.

MEMBERSHIP
Membership of John Mitchels for 2015 is now due.
2015 membership fees are as follows:
Patron membership €150 ( this includes Adult membership, Entry to the weekly lotto and free admission to all County League home games which can be paid by direct debit),
Adult membership €40,
Students/O.A.P €20,
Juvenile boys and girls €20.
Membership forms are available at the reception at the Club Complex. Our Club Secretary will be available to collect membership fees in the clubhouse (John Joe Sheehy road on Tuesday’s from 8.30pm to 9.15pm. and our Club Registrar, George Lowe will be available to collect fees Tuesdays and Thursdays 8.00 – 9.00 p.m. at our Sports Complex Camp, Ballyseedy.

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
03/03/2015 – No winner
Numbers drawn: 16, 18, 19, 25 –
Consolation prize winners:
€100 – Mary O’Mahony Snr c/o Brendan
€25 –  Richard O’Sullivan c/o Patrons
€25 – Angela Walsh c/o Bingo
€25 – Joanne Noonan c/o Paddy
€25 – Anne Pullen c/o Bertie
Next draw – 10/03/2015 – Jackpot €6,300

MERCHANDISE
A full range of Tracksuits, Tops and shorts for all age groups are available at John Mitchels Complex.  Great value on offer and ideal for anyone at home or abroad.

JOHN MITCHELS SPORTS COMPLEX
Tralee Parnells are training every Friday evening from 7.00 – 8.00 p.m. in John Mitchels Complex for U6 – U14 Boys and Girls for the next 6 weeks.  Tralee Parnells would welcome any New players to join them.
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 Donal (Shell) McCaughley, Shanakill, Tralee and formerly of Belfast
To the family of Padraig O’Leary (Snr), Knocknahilla, Kilflynn Cross, Tralee
To the family of Sandra O’Shea, Riverside, Oakpark, Tralee
To the family of John Kirby, Caherslee, Tralee and formerly of Causeway, and USA
To the family of Patrick (Parnell) Foely, Woodlee, Monavaley and formerly of Ardcarraig,Caherslee and Ballyconry, Lisselton
May they Rest in Peace

CONVENTION

The annual convention was held on Saturday last in the clubhouse in Boherbee.

Chairperson Brid McElligott, Vice-Chair Pat Costello and Juvenile Secretary Joan O’Sullivan all retired from their positions on the Day.

Incoming Chairman Matthew Moloney paid tribute to Brid, Pat and Joan and listed some of the accolade that occurred during their eleven year tenure.

These included the introduction of our Summer Camp (2005), Introduction of a club coach (2007), U-14 team win Kerry Feile and represent Kerry in Cavan (2008), Re-Introduction of ladies football into John Mitchels (2008), Back to back Division one U-16 County league titles (2009, 2010), Back to back Division one Minor County league titles (2011, 2012), First Town Championship title in 30 years (2012), Relocation from Boherbee to Ballyseedy (4 acres to 29 acres) debt free (2013), All-Ireland title at u-14 level (2014).

Club President Ted Fitzgerald also paid tribute to the outgoing officers and stated that they would forever be part of John Mitchels folklore.

The following officers were elected for 2015:

Club President – Ted Fitzgerald,

Vice Presidents – John Dalton, Michael Kelliher, Noel Dalton, Denis Fitzgerald, Fr. John O’ Donoghue, Niall Sheehy (snr), Paddy O’Mahony, Bertie Flynn.

Chairman – Matthew Moloney

Vice Chairman – Noel O’Connor

Secretary – Claire Connolly

Juvenile Secretary – John McEniry

PRO – Teresa Deane

Treasurers – John O’Halloran, Cora McElligott

Development Officers – Dan O’Connor, Rory Kilgallen

County Board Delegate – John G Fitzgerald

Coiste Tra Li Delegate – Denis Fitzgerald

Child Welfare Officer – Mary Jo Connolly

Alcohol and Substance Abuse Officer – Denis Fitzgerald

Trustees – Fred Lynch, John Dalton, Seamus Roche & Ted Fitzgerald.

SENIOR MEN

Coiste Tra li Championship

The Coiste Tra Li championship semi-final is fixed for Sunday December 7th

SENIOR LADIES

The team was defeated by Finuge/St Senans in the final of the North Kerry league on Saturday last; this game bought the season which began in February last to a close.

The ladies had 61 training sessions and played 23 games. In October they were crowned Junior B county Champions and as a result of this they will play in the Junior A championship in 2015. Well done to all involved on a great season.

U-16 & U-14 & U-12

Plans are underway for the end of season presentation night which will take place shortly, as soon as the date is finalised, parents will be informed by teamer text.

U-16, U-14 & U-12 LADIES

There will be a presentation night shortly where the girls will be presented with the various medals won during the season; parents will be notified of the details well in advance.

BINGO

Our Bingo continues on Wednesday and Friday and Sunday nights. 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

11/11/2014

No winner
Numbers 01, 02, 10, 19
€100 Anne McEvoy c/o Mark
€25 Mary Kerins c/o Bingo
€25 Kitty Galvin c/o Paddy
€25 Pat O’Brien c/o Bertie
€25 Brendan O’Mahony c/o Brendan
€25 Declan Connolly c/o Bertie
Next draw 18/11/2014
Jackpot €5,900-00

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.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Austin Stacks on their victory over Ballincollig in the Munster semi-final on Sunday last.

SYMPATHY

To the family of Patrick Kirby, Late of Racecourse Lawn, Tralee

To the family of Willie Ryle, Somerville, The Spá, Tralee

SENIOR MEN

County League

We have one match left in the county league, where we are at home to Laune Rangers. This match is fixed for Sunday 9th November @ 2pm.

Coiste Tra li Championship: The Coiste Tra Li championship is provisionally fixed for the weekend of the 16th November.

SENIOR LADIES

The ladies were defeated by Corca Dhuibhne in the Mary Jo Curran cup on Sunday last. The team has one game left to play, the North Kerry league final v Finuge/St. Senans. Training continues on Saturday mornings in preparation for this final, players will be informed of training time by text.

MINORS

The team took part in the St Brendans minor championship on Monday last 27th of October, report in next weeks’ notes.

U-16 & U-14 & U-12 – Plans are underway for the end of season presentation night which will take place shortly, as soon as the date is finalised, parents will be informed by teamer text.

U-16, U-14 & U-12 LADIES – There will be a presentation night shortly where the girls will be presented with the various medals won during the season; parents will be notified of the details well in advance.

UNDER 8 & UNDER 10 BOYS

There will be a special medal presentation on Saturday November 8th in the clubhouse in John Joe Sheehy road. Parents will be informed of training times by teamer text.

UNDER 6

The u-6 boys and girls have finished for the 2014 season. Training will resume early in 2015.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Darragh McEvoy, Tristen Kirwan and David Callaghan who were part of the Tralee CBS team who won the Cumann Na mBunscoil Division 2 County Final on Thursday last, congratulations also to Erica O’Connor who was part of the Listellick team who won Cumann Na mBunscoil division 4 final.

BINGO

Our Bingo continues on Wednesday and Friday and Sunday nights. 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

21/10/2014
No winner
Numbers 4, 19, 23, 24
€100 Tara Cullinan c/o Juveniles
€25 Tommy O’Connor c/o Mark
€25 Cathy Sheehan c/o Helen
€25 Helen Burman Roy c/o Bertie
€25 Anne McEvoy c/o Mark
€25 Conor O’Donovan c/o Patrons
Next draw 28/10/2014
Jackpot €5,800-00

CONVENTION

The 2014 convention takes place on Saturday 15th November at 11am in the clubhouse (John Joe Sheehy Road), nominations to the club secretary before Friday 7th November 2014, by email to  HYPERLINK “mailto:secretary.johnmitchels.kerry@gaa.ie” secretary.johnmitchels.kerry@gaa.ie or by post to Secretary John Mitchels, John Mitchels sports complex, Camp, Ballyseedy, Tralee, Co Kerry.

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 Cleary (nee Dalton) late of Mitchels Crescent who passed away in the UK

To the family of Kitty McKivergan (nee Brennan) Monalee & formerly of Rock Street, Tralee

To the family of Margaret Sayers (nee Cronin) Connolly Park, Tralee

To the family of Ronald Cameron Coleman Woodlands Tralee.

SENIOR MEN

County League

We have one match left in the county league, where we are at home to Laune Rangers. Date T.B.C.

Coiste Tra li Championship:

The team also has the Coiste Tra Li championship to play in; dates for this should be available after the next meeting of the board which will be held on Wednesday 8th October.

MINORS

The St Brendans minor championship for 2014 will be played in one day, Monday the 27th of October 2014.

We are at home to Churchill @ 12 noon; the winners will play the winners of Na Gaeil/Ardfert in Killeen @ 2.30pm.

SENIOR LADIES

Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to 8pm.

Junior B County Championship

We play against Finuge/St. Senans in the County Junior B Championship Final (at home) on Saturday next at 7pm under lights. See the John Mitchels Facebook page for more details.

County League

We played in the final of the county league on Saturday last, despite a gallant effort; the team was beaten by a much stronger Dr. Crokes.

North Kerry League

We play against Finuge/St. Senans in North Kerry league final, Date T.B.C.

U-16 BOYS

The team plays against Ballymac in the final of the town league (Div 3) on Sunday next 12th October at 12 noon, venue to be confirmed.

U-14 BOYS
The team played Ballymac on Sunday last in the final of the Castleisland District league, this match was played in Currow, this was played in atrocious weather conditions, however the boy from John Mitchels stood tough and were victorious on the day with the final score board reading 3-10 to 0-09.

The team and scorers on the day included Dylan O’Shea, Steven Bowler (0-1), Tadgh Broderick, Graham Hudson, Sean Gannon, Ross Sugrue, Padraig White, James O’Connor, Shane McCarthy, Daniel Molloy (0-1), Ryan Ward (0-1), Kevin Williams (0-1), Dylan O’Brien, Michael Kelleher (0-4), Conor O’Brien (1-02)(Capt.), James Sheehan, Darrion Hurley, Craig O’Brien, Donal Dillane, Alex O’Shea (2-0), Padraic Callaghan, Conor Fitzmaurice and Jet Panagsagan.

Well done to the team and to the mentors Diarmuid Cunnane, John Higgins, Dave Leahy, Paul Barden and Seanie Burrows.

On Wednesday evening we play against Ballymac in the final of the Coiste Tra li league in John Mitchels at 7pm, support on the night would be appreciated, this will be the teams sixth final of 2014, being victorious in the previous five, the county league, the Kerry Feile, the St. Brendans league, the Castleisland league and the national Feile.

U-12 LADIES

The team has now finished training and competitions for the 2014 season. The mentors and club would like to thank all of the players and their parents for their support during the year which ended with the girls being crowned North Kerry Division 2 league and the Coiste Tra Li (A) Championship winners.

The ladies were a credit to their families and the club. We will the girls who are moving to the u-14s next year all the best both on and off the field of play. There will be a medal presentation night in the club in a few weeks’ time. All parents will be informed of this date well in advance.

Well done to Caoimhe Leahy, Kerry Oba and Erica O’Connor who were part of the North Kerry team who won the P.J O’Halloran u-11 inter county tournament in Clare last weekend.

UNDER 10 BOYS

The u-9 & u-10 boys teams played challenge matches against Ballydonoghue on Sunday last, these were both fantastic games of football with lots of skill on show form both sides.

Rory Kerins, William Sherin, Ciaran White, Paddy McMahon, Cathal Murphy, Luke O’Sullivan, Brian O’Donnell, Sean Og Brosnan, Conor Kerins, Jack O’Donoghue, Sam Fitzgerald, Ciaran Foran, Sean Corkery, Cian O’Shea, Jack O’Flaherty, Jessie Duggan and Ciaran were the players who lined out in the green and gold.

A big thanks to Ballydonoghue for making the trip, we look forward to the return visit. On Sunday next the team play in the Siobhan Cotter Blitz in Churchill, parents will be informed of times etc via teamer text.

UNDER 8 AND U-10 GIRLS

The u-8 & u-10 ladies played against Milltown/Castlemaine on Sunday last, we had a very good attendance by the Mitchels ladies with over 40 players available on the day, all the players took part in the matches and amazed the coached John, Edward and Tony with the fantastic skills that was on show.

Some of the players to impress were Linda O’Connor, Ailisha Daughton, Dawn McLarnon, Ruth O’Neill, Molly Duggan, Sophie O’Donoghue, Eva Sugrue, Elizabeth Slattery, Jane Lynch, Taylor Rogers and Lily Collins. We travel to Milltown/Castlemaine on Sunday next, parents will be given details of travel arrangements via teamer text.

U 8 BOYS

The u-8 team trained on Sunday last under the expert guidance of James and Diarmaid, the team had a fantastic morning concentrating on the passing and blocking skills of the game. Isaac Jones, Mark O’Connor, Jack O’Donoghue, Killian O’Donnell, Ben Cullinan, Daithi Smullen, Darragh O’Shea, Ted Fitzgerald, Reece Long, Gerard O’Shea and Alex Guardino were some of the players to catch the trainer’s eye. On Sunday next the team play in the Siobhan Cotter Blitz in Churchill, parents will be informed of times etc via teamer text.

UNDER 6
The u-6 boys and girls trained indoors on Sunday last under the watchful eyes of Sean, Tim, Stephen, Susie and Stephen.

This was a very good session with all who attended giving it their all, with some great hand and kick passing skills on show. The players on the day included Eanna Ryle, Jack Noonan, Sophie Moloney, Aaron Fitzpatrick, Luca Cronin, James Moriarty, Leon Healy, Lisa O’Shea, Fionnan Brosnan, Ruari McMahon, Jack Conway, Coaimhe Sugrue, Sean Murphy, Daniel Farmer, Amy Noonan, Thomas Foran-Rumpler, Marie O’Shea, Isobel Corkery, Jack Collins, John Moriarty, Amber Long, Sarah Slattery, Oisin Brosnan, Jack Donovan, Karl Cronin, Ruth Lynch, Michael Duffy, Jack Moriarty-Daly, Edel O’Hara, Grace Conway, Filip Ryhansky, David Cullinan and Rachel McCluskey.

Next Sunday the team play in the Churchill Blitz, parents will be informed of times etc via teamer text.

BINGO

Our Bingo continues on Wednesday and Friday and Sunday nights. 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

30/9/2014
No winner 
Numbers 1, 11, 16, 17
€100 Ella O’Sullivan c/o Brendan
€25 John Roche c/o Patrons 
€25 Anne Connolly c/o Patrons
€25 Poppy Cregan c/o Vincent
€25 Oliver Coffey c/o Helen
€25 Niall Sheehy c/o Patrons
Next draw 07/10/2014
Jackpot €5,700-00

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.

 

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.

SENIOR MEN

County League: We have two games left in the county league, round 10 away to Gneeveguilla on September 28th and Home to Laune Rangers in the final round, Date T.B.C.

St. Brendans Board: The Senior League final 2014 between St Pats and John Mitchels will take place in Killeen on Saturday 13th Sept at 6.00pm.

SENIOR LADIES

Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to 8pm.

Junior B County Championship: We play against Finuge/St. Senans in the County Junior B Championship Final; this will not take place until after the Kerry Ladies involvement in the All-Ireland Series.

County League:  We have qualified for the county league final against Dr. Crokes, Date T.B.C.

North Kerry League:  We play against Finuge/St. Senans in North Kerry league final, Date T.B.C.

UNDER 12 BOYS

Training is on every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6.45pm. For more information phone Brendan Dillane on 086 1742604.

U-12 LADIES

Congratulations to the under 12 girls on their win over Austin Stacks in the (A) town Championship and to the Management, Mentors.

Training continues on Wednesday evenings from 6pm – 7pm in our club grounds at Camp Ballyseedy. We hope to play our remaining North Kerry league game shortly & we also have the Town League coming up in t he next few weeks.

UNDER 10 BOYS

Training continues on Thursday evening at 7pm.

UNDER 8 AND U-10 GIRLS

Training continues on Sunday morning at 10.30am

U 8 BOYS

Training continues on Thursday evening at 7pm and Sunday morning from 10.30.

UNDER 6

Training continues on Sunday next from 10.30am to 12.00.

BIRTHDAY WISHES

Happy Birthday wishes to the legendary John Dalton Cloonbeg who celebrated a special birthday at the weekend.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to the Kerry Minor Hurlers on their All-Ireland (B) Win last Saturday.

ALL-IRELAND FINAL TICKETS

Any member who wishes to apply for All-Ireland final tickets can add their name to the list in either the reception in the club Ballyseedy or at the club bar John Joe Sheehy road, alternatively members can email their request to secretary.johnmitchels.kerry@gaa.ie or text their name and request to 0876556136. Only fully paid up members can apply.

All Ireland Football Final 2014 Ticket arrangements for Clubs.

Ticket Price Details: Stand €80 Terrace €40.

First allocation of tickets will be available for collection from the County Board Office on Wednesday 10th September from 4-7pm.

Limited number of Juvenile Group passes consisting of 23 juveniles @ €10 each and 2 adults @ €80 are also available. Please apply by email. The Draw will take place next Tuesday and tickets will be available for collection with your first allocation on Wednesday evening.

Club Scheme tickets and wheelchair passes (if applicable) will also be included in the first allocation.

€10 Raffle Tickets – Players Holiday Fund

As agreed at last Co Committee Meeting Clubs will be asked to support this initiative. All money from this draw goes to player’s holiday fund.

When collecting match tickets, raffle tickets will be enclosed. Payment for both on collection.

Tickets can only be collected by the club secretary or a nominated person – please confirm by email.

Please note that all outstanding dues must be paid before collection of tickets (separate cheque from tickets please).
Second allocation (subject to availability) will be available closer to match date and clubs will be notified by email.

BINGO

Our Bingo continues on Wednesday and Friday and Sunday nights. Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.

LOTTO

2/9/2014
No winner
Numbers 4-8-11-15
€100 Ted Fitzgerald c/o Paddy.
€25 Michael Carrick c/o Patrons.
€25 John Moynihan c/o Patrons.
€25 Mary Comerford c/o Bingo.
€25 Claire O’Reilly c/o Donal.
€25 Humphrey Shanahan c/o Patrons.
Next draw 9/9/2014
Jackpot €5,600-00

CLUB BAR

Bookings for Parties etc. can be made by phoning 066 71 26300.

SYMPATHY

To the Family of Bobby Donovan Marian Park Tralee.
To the Family of Danny O’Shea Balloonagh Estate Tralee.
To the Family of Eleanor Burke (nee Cullen) Cuil Didin & Caherwieheen.
To the Family of Helen Leen Moss Casments Avenue & Manchester.
To the Family of Joan Hussey (nee Fitzgerald) Caherslee Tralee.
To the Family of Sean O’Carroll the Anchorage and formerly Caherslee Tralee.
To the Family of Mary Brosnan Ballyvelly Tralee.

SENIOR MEN
County League
We have two games left in the county league, round 10 away to Gneeveguilla on September 28th and Home to Laune Rangers in the final round, Date T.B.C.
St. Brendans Board Senior League Final
We are away to St. Pats in the Final date T.B.C.
SENIOR LADIES
Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to 8pm.
Junior B County Championship
We play against Finuge/St. Senans in the County Junior B Championship Final; this will not take place until after the Kerry Ladies involvement in the All-Ireland Series.
County League
We have qualified for the county league final against Dr. Crokes, Date T.B.C.
North Kerry League
We play against Finuge/St. Senans in North Kerry league final, Date T.B.C.

UNDER 21 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
The team played was defeated by An Gaeltacht on Friday last in round 2 of the club championship.

UNDER 12 BOYS
Training is on every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6.45pm. For more information phone Brendan Dillane on 086 1742604.

U-12 LADIES
Training continues on Wednesday evenings from 6pm – 7pm in our club grounds at Camp Ballyseedy. We hope to play our remaining North Kerry league game shortly & we also have the Town League coming up in the next few weeks.

UNDER 10 BOYS
There was no training on Sunday last due to the Kerry v Mayo match, training continues on Thursday evening at 7pm.

UNDER 8 AND U-10 GIRLS
Training continues on Sunday morning at 10.30am

U 8 BOYS
The u-8 team played against Na Gaeil on Sunday last, both sides played fantastic football and scored great points and goals, well done to all the players. Training continues on Thursday evening at 7pm and Sunday morning from 10.30.

UNDER 6
The u-6 team played against Na Gaeil in a challenge match on Sunday last, this was a fantastic morning of football with both sides playing great football. Training continues on Sunday next from 10.30am to 12.00.

CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to both the Kerry Senior and Minor teams on their All-IRELAND SEMI FINAL wins last Sunday.

ALL-IRELAND FINAL
Any member who wishes to apply for All-Ireland final tickets can add their name to the list in either the reception in the club Ballyseedy or at the club bar John Joe Sheehy road, alternatively members can email their request to secretary.johnmitchels.kerry@gaa.ie or text their name and request to 0876556136. Only fully paid up members can apply.

BINGO
Our Bingo continues on Wednesday and Friday and Sunday nights. Any member who wishes to volunteer can do so by giving their details to any club officer.

LOTTO
26/8/2014
No winner
Numbers 11-18-20-21
€100 John Brosnan c/o Vincent.
€25 Tom Foley c/o Bertie.
€25 Chloe O’Sullivan c/o Brendan.
€25 Kitty Galvin c/o Paddy.
€25 Joe McDonnell c/o Patrons.
€25 Seamus Roche c/o Paddy.
Next draw 2/9 2014
Jackpot €5,600-00

CLUB BAR
Bookings for Parties etc. can be made by phoning 066 71 26300.

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 Sean O’Carroll the Anchorage and formerly Caherslee Tralee.
To the Family of Margaret Breewood Derrymore west Tralee.
To the Family of Joan Dineen (nee O’Sullivan) Upper Camp Tralee.
To the Family of Mary Brosnan Ballyvelly Tralee.

County League

John Mitchels 0-10
Listry 0-9

We had a very hard fought win last Saturday evening. We started well and were 3 points up after 15mins with scores from Alan O’Donoghue, Wayne Conway and Brian Costello.

Listry came back with 3 points and one more from each team left the half time score John Mitchels 0-4 Listry 0-4.

We had the first point of the second half and they added 2, but then they took the game by the scruff of the neck and were 3 points ahead with 8 minutes remaining.

Fair play to our lads they dug deep and 4 unanswered points one each by Oliver Coffey, Wayne Conway, Alan O’Donoghue and Brian Costello had us one point in front and we held on to win final score John mitchels 0-10 Listry 0-9.

SENIOR LADIES

The senior ladies had a busy week playing both the quarter-final and semi-final of the Junior B Championship, on Tuesday they were victorious when they played Spa, Killarney, final score John Mitchels 5-07, Spa 2-08.

On Friday evening they made the long trek to South Kerry to play Dromid in the semi-final, once again they came away winners, final score John Mitchels 5-16: Dromid 0-04.

They now play Finuge/St. Senans in the final, date T.B.C. Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7.00pm to 8.00pm.

John Mitchels Sports Complex

Our Sports Complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings on the Sports Hall, All Weather Pitch.

The Gym, Sauna and Steam rooms are open from 5pm to 9pm Monday to Friday.

Cost €3 per session for members and €4 for non members. Complex also open for children’s parties. Further information contact Humphrey Shanahan on 0877740275.

Champers Restaurant – John Joe Sheehy Road

The John Mitchels Club House and Restaurant on the John Joe Sheehy road is opened to serve the community with good food and warm Hospitality . Our Restaurant is opened daily. Opening hours are from 09.30 to 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday and Sunday 9.30 to 3.00pm.

Under 12

Training is on every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6.45pm. It is important that the entire group bring gum shields. For more information phone Brendan Dillane on 086 1742604.

Girls u13

The girls played away to Glenflesk in the u13 Championship on Thursday evening last but the loss of some key players due to holidays & other commitments meant that we were well under strength & went down to a stronger Glenflesk side.

We then played in the North Kerry U13 Blitz on Saturday in our own club grounds & were unlucky to lose the shield final to Ballyduff by 3 pts.

Well done to all the girls that played who are as follows; Kerry Oba, Nichole Heaphy, Clara O Callaghan,Erica O Connor, Rachel Hannafin, Aoife Kelliher, Grace Myers, Semi Ogungbsa, Melissa Dennehy,Julie Foley, Sinead O Donnell, Caoimhe Leahy,Rachel Kilgallen Ruth Moriarty, Amy Sommers, Ava Buckely, Lisa Costelloe.

Girls u12

Training continues on Wednesday evenings from 6pm – 7pm in our club grounds at Camp Ballyseedy – we hope to play Duagh in the North Kerry league on Wednesday the 30th & everyone will be notified by TEAMER if this is going ahead.

Girls U8 & U10

Training continued for both U8’s and 10’s. The girls skill levels are improving with each training session. The girls are concentrating on kicking and passing. The girls this week who tried hard were Mia Rivas Mc Hugh, Lynda O Connor, Lucy O Donoghue and Lily Collins.We have a match on Tuesday in Mitchels at 6-30.

Training continues on Wednesday between 6 and 7pm and also Sunday morning between 10-30am and 12.

It is important that all players turn up for training ass we will have matches planned in the coming weeks.

Mouth guards must be worn for both training and matches.

U 8 boys

Training on Thursday was well attended with Pascal, Tony, Robert and Sam all having great games. Will, Darragh, Cian and Killian also showed great skills during the games as did all the other players. On Sunday Mark, Ben, Luke and Ryan all tried very hard and their efforts showed at the game at the end well done to all who trained. Training again on Thursday at 7.00 but no training next Sunday.

Under 6

We are training on Sunday mornings in camp Ballyseedy. Under the watchful eyes of John, Sean, Tim and Susie and it is great to see such large numbers turning out.

UNDER 10 Boys

Training is on Sunday mornings and great effort is being made by all the players. Training is at 10:30

Tickets Arrangements for Sunday 3rd August 2014 Croke Park

All Ireland Senior Football Quarter Final Kerry v @ 2pm
CLUBS/DISTRICT BOARDS & DELEGATES
Ticket prices as follows:
Adult Covered Stand €30
Juvenile €5 (Cusack & Davin only)
Hill €20
(Students and OAPs receive €10 back on Cusack & Davin Stand tickets only – with Valid ID & at designated stile)
All orders are requested to be emailed by 5pm on Monday 28th July. Public Sale Tuesday 29th July @ 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Please note that tickets are also available to purchase from the Kerry GAA Store in Killarney from Monday 28th July, Centra & Super Valu stores around the County and online from www.tickets.ie
Club Pass (To be ordered from Croke Park by email – Form Attached with details)
€10 per adult
Group Pass (To be ordered from Croke Park by email – Form Attached with details)
€3 per juvenile (16 & under)
1 Adult free with every 10 Juveniles,
Additional adults at stand face value
COUNTY BOARD OPENING HOURS
Monday 28th July 2.00pm – 5.30pm
Tuesday 29th July 2.00pm – 5.30 pm 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Wednesday 30th July 2.00pm – 5.30pm
Thursday 31st July 2.00pm – 5.30pm
Friday 1st August 12.00pm – 4.00pm

BINGO

Our Bingo continues on Wednesday and Friday and Sunday nights. Bookings for Parties etc can be made by phoning 066 71 26300.

LOTTO

22/7/2014
No winner
Numbers 2-3-13-19
€100 Donna Coffey c/o Helen.
€25 Claire Connolly c/o Claire.
€25 Jackie Power c/o Bertie.
€25 Norma O’Reilly c/o Donal.
€25 Cathy Sheehan c/o Helen.
€25 Dempsy Kids c/o Paddy.
Next draw 29/7/2014
Jackpot €5,200-00

John Mitchels Sports Complex

Our Sports Complex at Camp Ballyseddy is available for bookings on the Sports Hall, All Weather Pitch. The Gym, Sauna and Steam rooms are open from 5pm to 9pm Monday to Friday.

Cost €3 per session for members and €4 for non members. Complex also open for children’s parties. Further information contact Humphrey Shanahan on 0877740275.

Champers Restaurant – John Joe Sheehy Road

The John Mitchels Club House and Restaurant on the John Joe Sheehy road is opened to serve the community with good food and warm Hospitality. Our Restaurant is opened daily. Opening hours are from 09.30 to 4.00pm. Monday to Friday and Sunday 9.30 to 3.00pm.

UNDER 14
We played Annascaul/Lispole away in division one if the central league on Thursday evening . Any fears of a post Feile hangover were quickly dashed as we raced in to a 6 point lead.

We kept the pace up throughout the game with some spectacular point scoring from Kevin Williams, Padraig White and Conor Morrisson.

Tadgh Broderick kept things tight at the back ably assisted by Graham Hudson and Sean Gannon. Up front James Sheehan Tyreses Flaherty and Darrion Hurley enjoyed productive evenings prompted by the ever impressive Mikey Kelliher.
Final Score 3-15 to 2-8.

We travel to Castleisland on Monday eve in the next round.

John Egan Invitational: We take part in this competition next Friday where we host group one which contains teams from Bishopstown from Cork, Milltown/Castlemaine and Dulwick Harps from London. The four teams in this group play each other on Friday morning with the first game starting at 10.30. The top two in the group go forward to the semi finals that afternoon.

Under 14 Castleisland District
Round 2 Bye.
Round 3 (A) to Cordal/Scart July 18th @7-30pm.
Under 13 Coiste Tra Li
Our under 13’s had a comprehensive victory over St Pats in the Coiste TraLi last Saturday. Well done to all especially the under 12’s who showed great promise.
Round 2 (A) to Stacks July 13th @ 6pm.
Round 3 (H) to Ardfert July 20th @ 6pm.

Under 12
Training is on every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6.45pm. It is important that the entire group bring gum shields. For more information phone Brendan Dillane on 086 1742604.

Under 8

Training on Sunday mornings at 10-03am.

Under 6
We are training on Sunday mornings in camp Ballyseedy. Under the watchful eyes of John, Sean, Tim and Susie and it is great to see such large numbers turning out.

UNDER 8 &10 GIRL

Training continued for both U8’s and 10’s. The girls skill levels are improving with each training. The girls who tried hard this week were Emma Lynch, Angel Quilligan, Elizabeth Slattery and Sophie O Donoghue. Training continues on Thursday between 6 and 7pm and aloso Sunday morning between 10-30am and 12. It is important that all players turn up for training as we will have matches planned in the coming weeks.

UNDER 10 Boys

Training is on Sunday mornings and great effort is being made by all the players. Training is at 10:30.

Girls under 12

The girls created their own piece of history on Monday the 30th of June by playing in the annual blitz in Croke Park.Everyone of the girls played in 5 matches each & they all did themselves, their families & their club proud.

Hopefully some of them will get the chance to play there again but even if they don’t they will have the memories & photographs to treasure forever. After last Monday Barack Obama Plaza, Junction 14 & collecting a pass under the Hogan stand are no more for this group of Girls

Training continues every Wednesday from 6pm – 7pm in Camp Ballyseedy, any new players are very welcome.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership is now well overdue for some and your subscription can be given to Club Registrar Cora McElligott or any other officer.

COST

Adults €40
Juveniles €20
OAP and unwaged €20.

CONGRATULATIONS

Well done to all the Kerry teams Senior, Junior and Minor on winning their respective Munster finals over Cork at the weekend. To our own Alan O’Donoghue and Sean Moloney who played with the Juniors.

BINGO

Our Bingo continues on Wednesday and Friday and Sunday nights. Bookings for Parties etc can be made by phoning 066 71 26300.

Lotto

1/7/2014
No winner
Numbers 1-4-18-26
€100 Oliver Coffey c/o Helen.
€25 Fergus McCarthy c/o Patrons.
€25 John O’Shea c/o Bertie.
€25 Donna Coffey c/o Helen.
€25 Helen Leahy c/o Paddy.
€25 Martina Flynn c/o Claire.
Next draw 8/7/2014
Jackpot €4,900-00

SYMPATHY

To the Family of John ‘Johnny’ Godley Lissooleen Kilduff Tralee.
To the Family of Maureen O’Sullivan (nee Foley) Ballinorig Est Tralee.
To the Family of Terence Foley Caherslee Tralee.

UNDER14 BOYS
FEILE WEEKEND
Feile 2014
The u-14 team set out for Galway early on Friday morning to take part in the All-Ireland Feile Football Finals, although the team and mentors had heard about the wonderful adventure that lay ahead of them.

The new friends made in St. Gabriels, the comradeship formed and most of all the homecoming on Sunday night as they returned to the club under Garda escort as All-Ireland Champions will never be forgotten.

Hundreds of club members young and old awaited their arrival and lined the road from the bridge to the clubhouse and greeted the bus with cheering that could be heard down in John Joe Sheehy Road.

Pat Costello spoke on behalf of the Juvenile section of the club and his words to these John Mitchels history makers will be remembered forever.

Diarmuid Cunnane spoke on behalf of the Mentors, team captain Mikey Kelleher spoke on behalf of the players, finally Brid McElligott spoke and thanked the players, the mentors, the parents, the sponsors and everybody involved behind the scenes that made the trip possible.

The Feile football matches:
Our first game on Friday evening was against Athenry (Galway), our boys took a bit of time to settle after the long road trip but led at half time by 1-03 to 0-0, Athenry got a few points on the board in the second half but the Mitchels boys persisted and ended as winners on a score line of 1-06 to 0-04.

Match number two was against group favourites Ayler Gaels (Kildare), this was an exciting match from start to finish, with John Mitchels leading by a point at the break, (2-02 to 2-01).

Ayler Gaels threw everything at the boys in the second half and were 1-02 ahead with 6 minutes left on the clock. The never say die Mitchels boys staged a comeback and scored two fantastic goals to win by the narrowest of margins, final score John Mitchels 4-13: Ayler Gaels 3-05.

Match number three was played on Saturday morning against host club St. Gabriels (Galway), who gave our boys a guard of honour as they ran onto the pitch.

Mitchels led at half time by 1-06 to 0-02, and ended as victors with the score board reading 2-14 to 1-03.

This victory ensured a quarter-final spot in the cup competition. After this match Chairperson Brid McElligott made presentations to the St. Gabriel’s club, a specially commissioned t-shirt for each of the players and mentors which had both club crests with Feile 2014 inscribed under the crests, and also presented a specially commissioned crystal clock for the St. Gabriels clubhouse.

Brid also made a presentation to the chairperson of Padraig Pearses of Roscommon who hosted our first round games.

The Quarter-Final
The opposition in the quarter-final were Gloucestershire (UK), this was a one sided affair with the score at half time 5-07 to 0-0, the opposition got a few on the score board in the second half but Mitchels continued as of the first half and were once again victorious.

Final Score: John Mitchels 7-10; Gloucestershire 1-02.

This victory ensured a trip to Ballyhaunis on Sunday morning to take part in the semi-finals.

The Semi-Final
We met Naomh Eammon (Laois) in the semi-final on Sunday morning. The Mitchels were first to score with a point from Mikey Kelleher. Naomh Eammon quickly responded with two well taken goals.

Mitchels held tough and kept plugging away and scored four points to the opposition’s one point to leave us two points down at half time, Mitchels 0-5; Naomh Eammon 2-1.

The support from Kerry and Munster legend Mick Galway at half time spurned on the boys and Mitchels levelled things within five minutes of the second half.

Naomh Eammon responded with a point to once again take the lead, John Mitchels kept up the momentum and scored three points from hard earned frees to take a two point lead. Naomh Eammon got one back to leave a point between the sides, for the last three minutes they threw everything at the boys from the yellow road but couldn’t get through the super Mitchels team.

At the final whistle the scoreboard read: John Mitchels 0-10: Naomh Eammon 2-03.

The Final
We played against Dicksboro (Kilkenny) in the final. Within the first two minutes the opposition scored two fast goals, Mitchels settled and stuck to the game plan and soon had one in the back of the net with a superb goal from Darrion Hurley, followed by points from Kevin Williams and Padraig White to leave us one behind.

Dicksboro had a point before half time to leave them two ahead at the break. Half time score: John Mitchels 1-02: Dicksboro 2-01.

Mitchels came out in a second half and got on the ball straight away. Captain fantastic Mikey Kelleher scored a magnificent point from 40 meters out, this was followed by another great point this time from the boot of Craig O’Brien to level the match.

Mitchels threw everything at Dicksboro for the next five minutes and were rewarded with a point from Daniel Molloy. Dicksboro tried hard but the Mitchels full back and half back lines stood tall and with outstanding defending won ball after ball, keeping Dicksboro scoreless for the entire second half.

The final whistle saw great jubilation from the team, the mentors, the parents, the club chairperson, the club officers and the many supporters who travelled to Connaught to witness John Mitchels first All-Ireland win.

After the match, team Captain Michael Kelleher was presented with the All-Ireland winners’ Cup from Liam O’Neill, president of the GAA.

This presentation was met with great cheering and tears from both John Mitchels and host club St. Gabriels supporters and parents.

The scoring tally for the six games amounted to 15 goals and 48 points. Well done to the team and the mentors Diarmuid Cunnane, Dave Leahy, Paul Barden, John Higgins and Seanie Burrows.

The John Mitchels team and scorers were, Dylan O’Se, Sean Gannon, Tadgh Broderick, Steve Bowler, Graham Hudson, Conor Fitzmaurice, Daniel Molloy (0-1), Padraig White (1-03), Cian Barden, Ross Sugrue, Dylan O’Brien, Micky Kelleher (1-13), Kevin Williams (2-7), Ryan Ward (1-10), Alex O’Shea (1-02), Shane McCarthy (2-04), Donie Dillane (0-1), James Sheehan (0-2), Craig O’Brien (2-01), Padraic O’Callaghan (0-1), Tyreese Flaherty (1-0), Darrion Hurley(2-03), Conor O’Brien (2-0), and James O’Connor. Well done to everyone.

Special thanks to our host club St. Gabriels, we will never forget the hospitality shown to our players and to all the John Mitchels club members. Thanks also the all the club members and supporters who couldn’t make the trip but send messages of support on both Facebook and Twitter.

The team and mentors really appreciated it. Thanks also to all who contributed to our fundraising efforts, to Henneberys who organised the gear for the players and mentors and to Jackie Power transport who ensured our players got to and from Tralee safe

Under 14 Castleisland District
Round 1 (H) to Desmonds July 4th @ 7-30pm.
Round 2 Bye.
Round 3 (A) to Cordal/Scart July 18th @7-30pm.
Under 13 Coiste Tra Li
Round 1 (A) to St. Pats July 6th @ 6pm.
Round 2 (A) to Stacks July 13th @ 6pm.
Round 3 (H) to Ardfert July 20th @ 6pm.

Under 12
Training is on every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6.45pm. It is important that the entire group bring gum shields. For more information phone Brendan Dillane on 086 1742604.

Under 8
Training on Sunday mornings at 10-03am.

Under 6
We are training on Sunday mornings in camp Ballyseedy. Under the watchful eyes of John, Sean, Tim and Susie and it is great to see such large numbers turning out.

UNDER 8 &10 GIRL
Training continued for both U8’s and 10’s. The girls skill levels are improving with each training. The girls who tried hard this week were Emma Lynch, Angel Quilligan, Elizabeth Slattery and Sophie O Donoghue. Training continues on Thursday between 6 and 7pm and aloso Sunday morning between 10-30am and 12. It is important that all players turn up for training as we will have matches planned in the coming weeks.

UNDER 10 Boys
Training is on Sunday mornings and great effort is being made by all the players. Training is at 10:30.

Under 12 Girls
Training continues at Camp Ballyseedy from 6pm to 7pm on Monday & Thursday evenings new players are more than welcome to attend.

John Mitchels Sports Complex
Our Sports Complex at Camp Ballyseddy is available for bookings on the Sports Hall, All Weather Pitch. The Gym, Sauna and Steam rooms are open from 5pm to 9pm Monday to Friday.
Cost €3 per session for members and €4 for non members. Complex also open for children’s parties. Further information contact Humphrey Shanahan on 0877740275.

Champers Restaurant – John Joe Sheehy Road
The John Mitchels Club House and Restaurant on the John Joe Sheehy road is opened to serve the community with good food and warm Hospitality . Our Restaurant is opened daily. Opening hours are from 09.30 to 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday and Sunday 9.30 to 3.00pm.

MEMBERSHIP
Membership is now well overdue for some and your subscription can be given to Club Registrar Cora McElligott or any other officer.
COST
Adults €40
Juveniles €20
OAP and unwaged €20

BINGO
Our Bingo continues on Wednesday and Friday nights. Bookings for Parties etc can be made by phoning 066 71 26300.
lotto
24/6/2014
No winner
Numbers 19-20-26-27
€100 Anne Creagan c/o Vincent.
€25 John Brosnan c/o Paddy.
€25 John Roche c/o Patrons.
€25 Terry Mccormac c/o Paddy.
€25 Brendan Fitzgerald c/o Sportsfield Bar.
€25 Nuala O’Brien c/o David.
Next draw 1/7/2014
Jackpot €4,800-00

SYMPATHY
To the Family of Teresa Joan Daly (nee Baker O’Brien) New York & Listellick.