NA GAEIL SENIOR: NA Gaeil faced Annascaul in the fifth round of the county league. In near perfect conditions Na Gaeil started the stronger with early scores from Diiarmaid Herlihy, two 45s from Mike Griffin and Jack Barry.

The vistitors settled and brought the game back to two points, with both sides trading scores up to half time. With the score going into the break Na Gaeil 00-07 annascaul 00-05
Annascaul started stronger in the second half racking up 01-04 to no score before the home side settled with scores coming from Mike Griffin and Diarmaid Herlihy.

Na Gaeil, with time running out and a point down, goaled to gain a two point advantage but two late points from Annascaul, the last at the final whistle, earned the visitors a deserved draw.

Na Gaeil 01-12: Annascaul 01-12

NA GAEIL U16 FUNDRAISER: Our lads are not only talented on the field with a ball but also have talents to entertain us from the stage.

Come along to the clubhouse on Saturday, June 20th at 8.30 pm to see our lads put on a show with a difference.

There will be a tribute to the ‘Unbelievables’, song, music, dance and a fashion show not to be missed. All proceeds will go towards a kit for the lads.

NA GAEIL U12:On Sunday last we travelled to Laune Rangers in Phase 2 of the County League. Again both our teams put in fine performances.

In the first game our lads were unfortunate not to come away with all the points but a draw away to Laune Rangers is always a good result.

The lads have been on a great run of form of late and have adapted to the pace and strength of this Division.

Goals from Cillian Murphy and Graham Sheehy helped secure a very credible draw against a strong Laune Rangers outfit.

Na Gaeil 2.9 Laune Rangers 2.9 In the other match the boys put in a superb display against an equally strong Laune Rangers side. From the throw in we fought for every ball and never gave the opposition time to settle.

Against a strong breeze in the first half we defended superbly with Denis Moriarty a towering presence at the back who’s work-rate was phenomenal. Daniel Hedrickson was inspirational in goals while Sean Barrett , Conail Clifford and Joshua Roche defended heroically and their covering and interplay was very impressive frustrating the Laune Rangers attack time and again.

Aaron Delahunty and Nathan Rodgers rotated from forwards to midfield and both boys were outstanding covering an unbelievable amount of ground.

Along with superb scores and endless running from our dynamic forwards Cian Sheehan and Sean O Connell we were unlucky not to come away with a win. Well done to all! Training continues Thursday 6pm.

NA GAEIL U10s: Enjoyable games on Sunday last with Mitchells who where excellent hosts.Great performances by all team members.Good preparation for next Wednesday blitz.

NA GAEIL U10s Blitz: Na Gaeil host the Under 10s blitz on Wednesday 10th June Meeting @ 6.15pm. Don’t forget your Gum-shields and bring plenty of water.See you all there!

NA GAEIL U8:Our boys travelled to John Mitchels last Sunday and had a great morning of football against their hosts. Next Sunday its our turn to host John Mitchels.

Watch out later this week for a text with more information. All players are reminded not to forget their mouth-guard. New members are always welcome at Na Gaeil so come along and make new friends and enjoy the fun.

NA GAEIL CYCLE CLUB:Public bike maintenance workshop and preparation talk for the ring of Kerry with Paul Griffen, organised by the chain Gang Cycling club & NA GAEIL cycling club will be held in the Meadowlands Hotel Wednesday June 17th@ 7.30pm.

FUNDRAISING:Na Gaeil Ladies begin their fundraising events for the year with a used clothes and shoes collection.

All unwanted items such as new, unused, torn and unwanted clothes, bedding and towels, curtains, shoes, bags and belts are being collected by the Ladies club as part of their fundraising campaign. Any items for donation can be brought along to training or dropped into the club bar any evening. All contributions greatly appreciated.

WELL DONE: To our members who have completed their state exams,now take a well deserved break and enjoy the summer.

LOTTO: The draw for the jackpot of €10,500 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 10,13,18 26.There was no winner. €50 winners were Denis O Dowd John O Hehir . €25 Winners were Jack Harty,Micheal Burns, Colm Nealon Sean O Sullivan .

Next week’s lotto is worth €10,600 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club.

Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

NA GAEIL SENIOR: Na Gaeil faced Ballymac away in the third round of the County League. Despite the poor weather conditions both sides produced and exciting game of football, with Na Gaeil starting the game the brighter with some fabulous scores from both corner forwards Diarmaid Herlihy and Dara Carmody.

The home side settled and their own purple patch mid-way through the first half  building up a cushion of a two point lead going into the break, A score line that could have been worse had it not been for a fine save from Keeper Tim Culloty who saved a Ballymac penalty.

Ballymac 00-08 Na Gaeil 00-06.Na Gaeil again started the second half strongly with a succession of quick scores from Dara Carmody soon had the game level.  Both side traded scores with Ian McCarthy and Mike Collins scoring for the visitors. Diarmaid Herlihy goaled for Na Gaeil mid-way through the second half giving the visitors a five point lead. Ballymac responded immediately with two quick scores.

With time running out and despite some stout Na Gaeil defending Ballymac scored the last three points of the game, the last of which a twenty yard free would be the last kick off the game for to deny Na Gaeil of all the points. Ballymac 00-15: Na Gaeil 01-12

Tim Culloty, Shane Fitzgerald, Kieran Dineen, Paul Daly, Dara Sheehy, Dave Culloty, Emmett Curran, Jack Barry, Dan O’Connor(01), Ian McCarthy(01), Mike Collins(01), Kieran O’Donovan, Dara Carmody (06), Mike Griffin, Diarmaid Herlihy(01-04), Dylan Seymour, Ross Culloty, Eoin Sheehy, Rob Murphy

NA GAEIL U14: Na Gaeil are playing Churchill in the St Brendan’s league final next Thursday (May 14th) at 7.30pm in Blennerville. The teams have already met twice this season with one victory for each team so we are expecting a tight game on Thursday.

NA GAEIL U12: Training continues Thursday evening 7pm. Round 5 County League Na Gaeil versus Dr Crokes, Sunday 17th May in Killeen 6pm.

NA GAEIL U 14: We are coming to the closing stages of the County League’campaign and if we win our last game we should make a semi-final spot. That last game is away to Castlegregory the w/e 17th May – details to follow.

Training continues on Wed. 6.30 to 7.30.  The girls have been making great progress of late and are developing into a solid team.Many thanks to Eddie who makes sure the training is never boring with new drills every week.

NA GAEIL GIRLS  U12:This was a game which gave us a chance to try some of our younger players in new positions. Na gaeil started slowly with the castle forwards but Ciara and Eimer worked very hard to keep us in touch.

Siún made herself available for every ball and Aoife kept her forward scoreless. Síle and Megan had their best games of the season. Cara and Kealinn played with tenacity and can be very proud of their performances.
At half time with the opposition 8 points up, manager Philip emptied the bench. Sarah Barrett kept the best castle forward scoreless in the second half and Freya dominated their midfield.

With defence secured our full forward line cut loose and Siena Lucey who is still under 10 s scored an incredible four second half goals when she came on. Kayleigh showed she can operate from midfield if required and Emma scored two more to take her tally this season to 9 goals.
Ailbhe made a few dynamic runs when she was introduced cumulative in a fine point from play.
Overall a great team performance which leaves us top of the preliminary round table and heading into the final on Tuesday with optimism.Na Gaeil 7-5 castlegregory 4-6
CONGRATULATIONS :To all our boys and girls, Who are receiving their First Holy Communion during the moth of May.Enjoy your special day.

NA GAEIL U80:Training with Eddie for men who should know better continues on Friday nights at 8pm. This is a great way to keep fit with light training and ball games for those who are too old to play for Kerry or indeed any GAA team!

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

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €10,100 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 3,9,1226. There was no winner.  €50 winners wereNoelle Kingston, Cois  coille Jean McCann, Derrylea   Joe Clifford, Derrylea €25 Winners were  Adrian O’Connor, Derrylea K itty Brennan, Ballyheigue Des Fitzgerald, Ard na Li.  Next week’s lotto is worth €10,200 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

NA GAEIL SENIOR: Na Gaeil faced Templenoe in the junior championship. In what was always going to be a difficult assignment having to play away didn’t help.

Templenoe got of to a flying start start scoring 01-03 in the opening few minutes before Kieran O’Donovan got Na Gaeil’s opening score. Despite enjoying an equal share of possession Na Gaeil never got going, with Darragh Carmody converting a free mid way through the half for our last score of the half. Templenoe 01-09; Na Gaeil 00-02.

Just as in the first half Templenoe killed off any chance of a come back with a quick succession of points.

Na Gaeil  tried hard for goals but with the exception of Mike Griffin Templenoe with numbers in defence held firm. Templenoe 01-18; Na Gaeil 01-02.

NA GAEIL U14:Na Gaeil travelled to Galluras to play An Ghaeltacht in the county league lastWednesday evening.

The visitors had a dream start scoring two goals in the opening minutes. Liam Rice was first on the score sheet and Dale Healy followed up minutes with Na Gaeil’s second goal.

Darragh Reen extended Na Gaeil’s lead on the fifth minute with a well taken point. Na Gaeil didn’t get another score for fifteen minutes as An Ghaeltacht recovered from the early set back and got back into the game.

They scored three points in a row to reduce the deficit and then scored three unanswered goals to open a five point lead. Na Gaeil made a number of personnel and positional changes and were rewarded with points from Jack Bourke and Devon Burns.

The home side continued to attack and Cian Devine had to make a double save to keep Na Gaeil in the game, He made another fine save minutes later but An Ghaeltacht extended their lead with another point.

Na Gaeil struck back when Liam Rice scored his second goal of the match but this was cancelled out minutes later when An Ghaeltacht struck for their fourth goal of the half. This was the last score of the first period and the home side lead by 4-4 to 3-3 at half time.

Na Gaeil started the second half in the same manner as the first when Mathew Burke scored two goals in the opening minutes, the second goal hitting the top corner of the net. An Ghaeltacht replied with their first point of the half on the fifth minute.

This would prove to be their last score until the final minute of the game as the Na Gaeil backs began to dominate their opponents.

Ruri O’Sullivan, Edna O’Connor and Adam Burke won a lot of possession in the back line and set up a number of attacks. The Na Gaeil forwards made good use of the possession and began to trouble the Ghaeltacht back line. Points from Devon Burns (4), Dale Healy and Tadgh Lynch (2) extended Na Gaeil’s lead.

An Ghaeltacht fought back in the closing minutes but the Na Gaeil backs were determined that no further scores would be conceded and Jack Sheehan, Eoin Cahill and Jimmy O’Sullivan among others ensured that the home side were restricted to one point in the final period of the game, The Final score in Galluras was Na Gaeil 5-10 An Ghaeltacht 4-6.

Panel: C Devine, E O’Connor, E Cahill, T Walsh, J Sheehan, A Burke, J O’Sullivan, T Lynch, T O’Hanifan, J Bourke, D Reen, L Rice, J Kelliher, D Healy, D Burns, T Horgan, M Bourke, R O’Sullivan, B Sugrue.

Our next game is home to Austin Stacks next Wednesday at 7.30. The winner of this game will be rewarded with a home semi-final tie in the county league.

NA GAEIL U12: NA  Gaeil played host to Laune Rangers last Sunday in Round 2 of the County League.In a very entertaining game Na Gaeil raced ahead in the first half with a succession of superb scores from  Sean O Connor, Graham Sheehy,Edward Sheehy and Peter Walsh all from play before Laune Rangers replied before the half- time whistle with two goals in the space of a minute.

Oisin Mauncell floated a beautiful 45  to  narrow the gap at the break.The second half saw Laune Rangers benefiting from a strong breeze but our back line of Kieran O Connor,Cian O Neill, Peter Walsh and Scott Ryan  kept us in the game with some great blocks.

Again Tadhg Reen was inspirational between the posts.Jamie Fitzgerald put us right back in the mix with a well taken goal in the 15th minute and Edward Sheehy combined with Liam Og Kingston to add three more great points going into injury time.

Unfortunately a last minute free in front of the posts gave the visitors a narrow win in the end.In our second game Laune Rangers took full advantage of the strong breeze in what was otherwise a beautiful summer-like evening.

They raced into an unassailable lead before half time. All credit to the Na Gaeil lads who rallied well in the second half and outscored their counterparts  but were unable to haul back the significant lead built up by Laune Rangers before half time.

A tough game against a strong Laune Rangers team but with the same  effort we showed in the second half we can be confident going into the next game. Well done again to all who played .

Team  : Joshua Roche, Daniel Hendrickson, Conall Clifford, Daniel Fitzgerald, Denis Moriarty, Jack Doyle, Sean O’Connell, Nathan Rodgers, Cillian Murphy, Cian Sheehan, Aaron Delahunty.Training continues Thursday 7 to 8.30.

NA GAEIL U12: Last Sunday we played host to Austin Stacks in Round 3 of the County League. All those who attended witnessed two great games between these neighbouring sides.

In the first game Austin Stacks got off to a blistering start, racing into a six point lead in the opening seven minutes but Na Gaeil never panicked and patiently worked their way back into contention before half time with points from Oisin Mauncell and Edward Sheehy and goals from Graham Sheehy and Jamie Fitzgerald.

The second half saw Na Gaeil flying off the starting blocks with  goals from Kieran O Connor and Edward Sheehy along with a succession of well taken points from all our forward line giving us a slender lead going into injury time but Austin Stacks levelled things at the final whistle with a free to share the points at the end. Again our back four of Cian O Neill, Scott Ryan, Liam Kingston and Peter Walsh gave great cover in defence.

Tadhg Reen  made some great  saves to keep us in the game while Sean O Connor and Cillian Murphy supplied great ball to our inside forwards. Final score. Na Gaeil 5-6, Austin Stacks 2-15.

In the second game, the Na Gaeil boys gave their best performance of the season to date. The players gave a great account of themselves all over the pitch and played with some lovely flowing football.

Excellent improvement was made in our distribution of the ball while good running for position was excellent among the forward line.

The scoreline see-sawed back and forth between the teams with both teams taking the lead at different stages.

While Austin Stacks came out on top at the end of a very entertaining game all the boys can be proud of their performances. Well done to all again. Final Score- Na Gaeil 5-10 , Austin Stacks 5-14.

TEAM: Joshua Roche, Daniel Hendrickson, Sean Barrett, Conail Clifford, Denis Moriarty, Jack Doyle, Sean O’Connell, Nathan Rodgers, Cian Sheehan, Aaron Delahunty.

NA GAEIL U10:Our U10s tream will participate in a Go Games Blitz in Healy Park, Kerins O Rahilly’s New Juvenile pitch at Ballyrickard on Wednesday eve 29- 4- 15.All players are requested to be there for 6.15pm.

Our team resumed training today after travelling to Keel last week where we had some great games against a strong Keel outfit.Don’t forget keep practicing your skills at home. “Practice makes perfect”.

Your coach will text parents with details early in the week.

NA GAEIL U16 Ladies: NA GAEIL v Rathmore Ladies Div 1 County League We played at home on Monday evening against a very strong Rathmore team. We started brightly with early goals from Jadyn and Meagan.

Rathmore came back at us and scored 2 points. 3 points from Jadyn and a point from Kay got us well in front again but Rathmore are a strong team and scored 2 goals late in the 1st half to leave us level at half time, Kay went into goals for the second half with Mary coming into back line with Grainne and Maura.

Sarah, Muireann and Erika were kept busy as Rathmore’s forwards were very strong. Nora and Nessa were winning midfield and with Meagan, Sibeal and Jadyn scoring a few more points, we were playing well, Blaithnaid, Caoimhe and Ciara were unlucky not to a goal apiece as we were dominating possession and play.

Nora made a couple of great runs from midfield and got herself a couple of fine points. Brid and Clodagh came in to the side and were making some great blocks but unfortunately as they say ‘ goals win games’, as we could not take advantage of our possession in front of goal, Rathmore broke strongly and scored 3 late goals for us to be defeated by 3 points.

It was a great performance by our team in which we did not deserve to lose but we can look forward to playing Southern Gaels at home on Thursday at 7.00 in the next round.

Team ; Mary O Connell, Blaithnaid O Connor, Maura Adams, Sarah Quigley, Muireann Moriarty, Nora O Connell, Nessa Mc Garty, Meagan Sheehy, Sibeal Casey, Jadyn Lucey, Ciara Gaynor, Erika O Sullivan, Caoimhe Hanafin, Grainne Early, Brid Sinnott,Kay Barry, Clodagh O Connor.

NA GAEIL U14 LADIES: We had a home game against Scartaglin last Sunday evening. Conditions were perfect for football and Grainne captained the team.

Both teams were very balanced and there were great battles all over the pitch.  First half goals from Abi (2) and Laoise gave us a one point lead at the break, 3-0 to 1-5. Scartaglin came at us strong in the second half and picked off some nice points.

Things did not go the way of the girls in green with a couple of goal attempts being saved by the Scart keeper.  A couple of late goals by Scart in the dying minutes of the game decided the match with a final scoreline of Na Gaeil 3-1 Scartaglin 3-8.

Well done to the girls for a great effort, a lot of the team had been involved in other sporting activities earlier in the day and playing on the full length pitch is tough going.  We had our best turn out to date and special thanks to the U12s (Sarah, Freya, Muire, Eimear and Ciara) who togged out having already played a match in the morning.

Training continues on Wednesdays 6.30 – 7.30.  Our next game is an away game to Dingle scheduled for 10th May – details to follow.

NA GAEIL U12:A strong second half performance by Na Gaeil under 12s overturned a three point half time deficitOur girls struggled to get to grips with  a dominant mitchels midfield in the first half but Freya O Connor produced a wonderful display in the second half eclipsing the best Mitchel’s player.

This in turn allowed Sarah and Ciara  to come forward in waves, feeding ball in to Muire, Kayleigh and Siena who scored our four second half goals.. Special mention too to our full back line of Eimer, Clodagh and Aoife who mopped up a lot of loose ball at the back and prevented any opposition goals.

Winnie in goals had another solid performance and kept another clean sheet with one spectacular save late in the game.Grace and Ailbhe are turning into very reliable wing backs and kept their markers scoreless.

Siún and Emma, with her arm just out of a cast, worked tirelessly and bravely up front .Winnie in goals had another solid performance and kept another clean sheet with one spectacular save late in the game.

Grace and Ailbhe are turning into very reliable wing backs and kept their markers scoreless. Siún and Emma, with her arm just out of a cast, worked tirelessly and bravely up front .Overall we worked very hard to earn a deserved win and enter the next difficult series of games with confidence.

Overall we worked very hard to earn a deserved win and enter the next difficult series of games with confidence.John Mitchels 0-10 NA GAEIL 4-07.

NA GAEIL GIRLS U12:  NA Gaeil 3-07 Ballymac 0-05 On a glorious morning for football our u-12 girls made it honours even in their clashes with Ballymac with a well earned victory.Once again our defence kept it very tight and Winnie Burke had another fine again with a series of great saves.

Eimer swept up every loose ball and was well supported by Clodagh and Megan.Na Gaeil started well and surged into an early lead. Emma Dewey is back in form after her broken wrist and nabbed the second goal.

Sarah Barrett has been excellent in her last few games and today she was able to surge up the field scoring 1-1. She is able to do so with Ailbhe and Síle covering her runs. Síle had one great block in the second half that must have broken the morale of the Ballymac girls.Caoilinn called well and helped set up one of the goals.

In midfield Ciara Rath and Freya  and Ciara scored another fine goal in the first half to set us up for the win.Muira Kingston had another great game working tirelessly for the team.Grace and Cara  had their best game of the season and our full forward Kayleigh had our biggest points rally with two.

Siena again had their corner back twisting and turning all game.Our younger players Siún and Aoife are tiring into fine players and have a great future in the game.Great to see our girls win their third game in a row but the toughest games are to come.

NA GAEIL U8/10:Training on Sunday morning for girls U8 and U10’s in club grounds, new players welcome.

CONGRATULATIONS :To all our boys and girls, Who have recently received their First Holy Communion .

NA GAEIL U80: Training with Eddie for men who should know better continues on Friday nights at 8pm. This is a great way to keep fit with light training and ball games for those who are too old to play for Kerry or indeed any GAA team!!

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

NA GAEIL SENIOR: Na Gaeil faced Churchill out in their new pitch in the heat for the first round of the junior championship.

The first half was an extremely even affair with both sides trading scores.

Darragh Carmody was deadly accurate from dead ball kick scored Na gaeil opening three scores with Dan O’Connor and Jack Barry  also getting on the score board before Dave Culloty goaled after a direct ball from Mike Griffin, managed to get through a cluster of players to find Dave who coolly finished.

A strong finish by Churchill,02-02 without reply saw the home side go into the break with a two point lead . Churchill 02-06; Na Gaeil 01-07.

With so much at stake the second half was a close low scoring affair in contrast to the first. jack barry and Eoin Walsh reduced the home sides lead to a point after Churchill scored the opening point.

Na Gaeil defence held strong, despite being pressed hard in the second half keeping Churchill to two scores, A score from Mike Griffin and two pointed frees from Darragh Carmody gave Na Gaeil the lead with a few minutes on the clock, which they held on to till the final whistle.

Churchill 02-08; Na Gaeil 01-12

Tim Culloty, Paul Daly, Kieran Dineen, Mike Collins, Kieran O’Donovan, Jack Barry(02), Shane Fitzgerald, Dan O’Connor(01), Mike Griffin(01), Seamie O’Neill, Dave Culloty(01_00), Ian McCarthy, Dara Carmody(06,05free) Rob Murphy(01), Jamie lowham, Eoin Walsh(01), Dylan Seymour, Emmet Curran, Darragh Sheehy,Andrew Barry, jordan Murphy, eoin Daly, Eoin Sheehy, Cormac Sheehy.

NA GAEIL U16: Na Gaeil travelled west to take on Dingle in the Kelliher’s Toyota Central Region.

The first half proved to be a close contest with Dingle scoring some early points. Na Gaeil also found the posts when Patrick Roche scored a goal early in the game. Dingle were awarded a penalty mid-way through the half but goal keeping hero, Shawn Duggan, got his leg to the ball and deflected it over the bar.

In the 16th minute, Diarmuid O’Connor rounded his man and drove the ball to the net and sent Na Gaeil into a three point lead. Dingle came looking for goals but Fergal Barry was in the right spot saving on the line to deny Dingle a sure goal.

Niall O’Mahony showed some great skill around the middle of the field and scored a point in the 20th minute from good team play. This was an evenly contested first half with both teams level at the half way stage. Na Gaeil 2-02, Dingle 0-08.

Dingle opened the scoring after three minutes with a point, but it was to be their last until the 20th minute of this half. Na Gaeil had the better possession and scored more frequently with early points from Niall and Dara.

David Fitzgerald volleyed the ball to the net in the 13th minute from a high dropping ball from Diarmuid O’Connor and Damien Bourke also pointed shortly afterwards.

The game was going good for Na Gaeil and Niall O’Mahony added to their fortunes with a goal in the 17th minute.

Score of the game came from a side-line free by Diarmuid O’Connor who drove the ball over the bar with the outside of his boot in true Maurice Fitzgerald style.

Dingle launched several attacks on the Na Gaeil goal but terrific defending kept them out. Fergal Barry was making a habit out of saving off the line again in this half, reading the game well. Dingle had to settle for some hard earned points.

Late in the game, Dara Devine scored two fine points from play with Patrick Roche wrapping up the game with a last minute point. Na Gaeil had the edge on their opponents tonight but another meeting could prove to be a close contest. Final score Na Gaeil 4-10, Dingle 0-12.

NA GAEIL U14: Na Gaeil hosted Castleisland Desmonds in the County in sunny conditions last Saturday evening in Killeen. The visitors opened the scoring with a point, but Na Gaeil immediately replied with scores from Jack Bourke and Tadgh Lynch.

The scores were level minutes later and Desmonds began to control possession. They created a number of goal chances but Cian Devine continuing his excellent start to the season made two great saves.

However the Castleisland side were soon rewarded for their efforts with two goals in quick succession and opened a six point lead.

Na Gaeil fought their way back into the game and unanswered scores from Tadgh Lynch, Devon Burns and Mathew Burke reduced the deficit to three points. Desmonds had a chance to extend their lead but Cian Devine made another save and minutes later Tadgh Lynch had the ball in the back of Desmonds net to equalise the game.

Na Gaeil took control of the match and were soon back in the lead through another point from Devon Burns.

This was followed by another goal from Tadgh Lynch and a point from Darragh Reen and Na Gaeil opened a five point lead. Desmonds reduced the lead to four points but Na Gaeil were soon back in control when Devon Burns and Jack O’Brien scored two quick goals.

Despite this Desmonds refused to give up and Thomas O’Hanifan made a great block just before half time to deny the visitors a goal.

Na Gaeil’s bad luck with injuries continued when Eoin Cahill was forced off with an ankle injury just before half time. Desmonds got the final score of a very entertaining first half to leave the half time score Na Gaeil 4-7 Desmonds 2-4.

The second half turned out to be a much tighter affair. Dale Healy created an early chance for Na Gaeil by sheer hard work but his goal bound effort was kept out by a combination of the goalie and full back.

However on the tenth minute Tadgh Lynch extended Na Gaeil’s lead with his third goal of the game. Despite this set back,Desmonds refused to give up and scored their third goal to bring them back into the game.

The visitors took encouragement from this goal and they began to dominate possession and scored four unanswered points to reduce the deficit to six points.

The Na Gaeil defence were determined that they wouldn’t concede any further goals and brave defending from Enda O’Connor, Jimmy O’Sullivan Liam Rice Jack Sheehan Tadgh Horgan and Tom Walsh ensured that Na Gaeil would not lose this game.

The hard work of the defence was rewarded when Devon Burns scored Na Gaeil’s sixth goal of the game on the 30th minute to put the result beyond doubt. Castleisland got the last score of the game to leave the final score Na Gaeil 6-7 Desmonds 3-9.

This was a real team effort with brave defending from the backs and some excellent scores from our forwards.

We now have two wins from three in the County league and hopefully we can repeat this performance in the next two games. On the injury front Adam Burke and Ruri O’Sullivan should be back for our next game and hopefully Eoin Cahill will also recover in time also.

Panel: C Devine, J Sheehan E Cahill, T Horgan, L Rice, E O’Connor, J O’Sullivan, T Lynch, T O’Hanifan, J Bourke, D Reen, M Burke, J O’Brien, D Burns, D Healy, J Kelliher,T Walsh,S Daly.

NOTE: We are back in Galluras next Wednesday at 7.30 against An Ghaeltacht for our next game in the county league.

WELL DONE:Congratulations to Na Gaeil’s David Fitzgerald, Damien Bourke and Dan Goggins in their recent final of the Russell Cup (Kerry Schools Under 15 competition) which was played played at Dr. Crokes Pitch, Killarney on Friday 17th April. Result: Tralee CBS 1-10 Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne 0-11.

NA GAEIL LADIES U16: NA GAEIL v Austin Stacks Ladies County League Div 1 1st Round.We played at home on Monday evening against a strong Stacks team for the 2nd time in as many weeks.

We started brightly with Jadyn opening the scoring with a point from a free kick. Jadyn who was being marked tightly got another one soon after with Meagan following up with her 1st point of the night.

Stacks got their 1st point but on the resulting kickout from Mary which found Muireann who fed it to Sibeal to which she finished it off with a fine goal.

Stacks got another point but we had Meagan who was on top form, making a great run from the halfway line, twisting and turning and finishing it off with a wonderful strike for a goal.

Ciara was working well with half forwards, along with Caoimhe in full forward who worked her socks all night and was unlucky not to get a goal but only for a great block from a Stacks player.

Sarah hurt her fingers towards the end of the 1st half which disrupted us a bit, enabling Stacks to score 2 quick goals.

We made a few changes at half time as we were playing into the wind for the 2nd half, Sarah switched to midfield with Nora who had worked tirelessly in midfield along with Nessa going to the half back line. Grainne came in at full back and Abi came in at full forward.

Erika moved to wing back and started the second half with a great goal, unfortunately Stacks responded with 2 quick goals to cut our lead to a point.

We swapped Blaithnaid with Mary in goals to give her a rest after all her hard work defending against a fine Stacks forward line.

Nora, Erika and Muireann were run ragged with sweeping up everything that came around their half-back line.

Ria, Amii and Maura did a great job in the backs , and for the rest of the game, we kept Stacks scoreless.

Clodagh and Brid came on and with Caoimhe making some great runs, creating space for Meagan and Sarah to get a goal apiece along with Meagan hitting the crossbar and upright as well.

Meagan got another point , along with Sarah getting 3 more points. Abi finished off the game with a fine goal from distance. Well done to all on a well deserved win.

Team ; Mary O Connell, Amii Kerins, Blaithnaid O Connor, Maura Adams, Sarah Quigley, Muireann Moriarty, Ria Walsh, Nora O Connell, Nessa Mc Garty, Meagan Sheehy, Sibeal Casey, Jadyn Lucey, Ciara Gaynor, Erika O Sullivan, Caoimhe Hanafin, Grainne Early, Abi Casey, Brid Sinnott, Clodagh O Connor.

NA GAEIL LADIES U14:On Bank Holiday Monday last we played table toppers, Beaufort, at home.  We struggled for numbers with only 11 girls available on the day.  The game went ahead with the 11 Na Gaeil girls playing against 13 Beaufort girls and their subs on the full length pitch.

Eventhough we lost the match 3-10 to 6-7 the girls put in an heroic performance with each one of them playing out of their skins.  For much of the game it was hard to tell which team was playing with two fewer players!

The atmosphere was tremendous and all the supporters really relished the football and spirit displayed by the girls.  Well done to captain Clodagh and her team – Aine, Isabelle, Grainne, Sarah, Dearbhla, Abi, Mary, Caragh, Emily and Muire.

Last Saturday evening we travelled to Killorglin to play Laune Rangers B.  We had a good turn out, only missing a couple of players.

It was a tight game and everyone had to dig deep with captain Aine giving a great performance in goal.  Ria did a great job at full back with Sarah stopping a lot of the Rangers attacks at the half back line.

We were up two points at half time with a score of 2-2 to 2-0. Mary and Clodagh battled well in midfield while Abi and Kay caused a lot of damage in the attack.

Rangers were only two points down in the dying moments  but we managed to score another point before the final whistle leaving the score line Na Gaeil 4-5 rangers 4-2.

Thanks to all the parents who drove and supported on the day. Our next outing is a home game against Scartaglin, details to follow.

NA GAEIL GIRLS U8 & U 10:Training Sunday  morning at 11 am, bring a friend and new members welcome

LOTTO: The draw for the jackpot of €9,800 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 2,9 11 14.There was no winner.  €50 winners were John O Halloran Kay Dillane. €25 Winners were Mary O Donnell,Ruth Horgan,Micheal B O Grady Gu ter Siech.Next week’s lotto is worth €9,900 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

DEFIBRILLATOR: Any member  over 18, interested in doing a defibrillator course please put name in to club or give to any officer.

Course is free. Choose to do it in one six hour session on a Saturday or Sunday or in two three hour sessions over two evenings.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €9,800 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 2,9 11 14.There was no winner.  €50 winners were John O Halloran Kay Dillane. €25 Winners were Mary O Donnell,Ruth Horgan,Micheal B O Grady Gu ter Siech.Next week’s lotto is worth €9,900 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

SYMPATHY:Sincere sympathy  to Marie O Neill on the death of  her Aunt.RIP.

NA GAEIL SENIOR: NA Gaeil finally got their first points in division three with a hard earned draw with Beaufort.

Na Gaeil playing at home had the better of the opening exchanges with scores coming through Darragh Carmody ,Mike Griffin and Shane Carey.

The visitors came strong at the end however to take a two point lead into the break, a score which could have been a lot worse except for a flurry of of exceptional saves from Tim Culloty. Na Gaeil 00-05 Beaufort 01-04.

The second half was a more evenly contested affair with the lead exchanging hands on several occasions.

A Mike Griffin goal on the twenty minute, the home sides second with Rob Murphy scoring, looked to have set na Gaeil up with the win but Beaufort equalised with the last kick of the game for a share of the spoils. Na Gaeil 02-09 Beaufort 02-09.

Tim Culloty, Shane Fitzgerald, Mike Collins, Paul Daly, Darragh sheehy, Emmet Curran, podge o Sullivan, Mike Griffin, Seamus o Neill, Eoin sheehy, Dylan Seymour, Kieran o Donovan, diarmaid herlihy, Shane Carey, Darragh Carmody, Jack Carmody, Eoin Walsh.

DEFIBRILLATOR: Any member  over 18, interested in doing a defibrillator course please put name in to club or give to any officer.

Course is free. Choose to do it in one six hour session on a Saturday or Sunday or in two three hour sessions over two evenings.

JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP : Na Gaeil play Churchill away this  Sunday at 2 00pm in the first round of the Junior Championship. Please come along. Support needed.

NA GAEIL U16:Na Gaeil travelled to Spa to take on Churchill in Div.1 – Round 3 of the Central Region. In ideal weather conditions, Na Gaeil got off to an explosive  start with a point from Niall O’Mahony in the first minute and another from Diarmuid O’Connor 30 seconds later.

Churchill’s defence had no answer to the attacking force of the Na Gaeil forwards, especially Diarmuid O’Connor who drove the ball to the back of the net in the second minute of the game and within a minute, using his left leg, sent over a point from a difficult angle. Churchill took some time to settle and Séan Donnellan pointed in the seventh minute in a rare movement through Na Gaeil’s defence.

Na Gaeil continued their attack on Churchill’s goals with a pointed free from Dara Devine, a goal from Ryan O’Neill and a further point from Diarmuid O’Connor,all within 10 minutes of the first half. Despite Churchill’s efforts to contain Diarmuid O’Connor, they failed, as he was unmarkable and gave an exhibit of football.

Churchill found the net in the 15th minute keeping the game alive. Na Gaeil had plenty possession in this half, dropping a lot of ball short of the target until Patrick Roche pointed in the 28th minute.

Churchill had good movements in the later stages of this half and were denied a sure goal with a diving save from Ferghal Barry at a crucial stage. Halftime score Na Gaeil 2-6 Churchill 1-2.

Dara Devine started the scoring in this half with a pointed free in the 3rd minute. Na Gaeil took a hold of this half early on though the scores were not as plentiful but they had good movements and direct ball into the forwards where Diarmuid O’Connor fired over a point from such a movement.

This was an entertaining half with regular movements from both ends of the field. Churchill continued to battle for possession and scores but they found it hard to penetrate the Na Gaeil defence and were guilty of a number of wides.

They scored two points from play in this half, not a true reflection of their second half performance. Further scores came from Na Gaeil’s Dara Devine (2), assisted by Dan Goggin and a penalty from Diarmuid O’Connor. Na Gaeil continued to battle right to the end with Tadhg Lynch scoring two fine last minute points.

There were fine performances from Diarmuid O’Connor, Ryan O’Neil, Dara Devine and Niall O’Mahony. David Boyle gave a credited first half performance and Dylan Burns seemed to be constantly stuck in the middle of the action helping out his teammates. Final score Na Gaeil 3-13 Churchill 1-4.

NA GAEIL U 14: The U14 team took part in Feile Peil na nOg which was held in Rathmore last Saturday. Na Gaeil played in the A competition and were in the same group as Dr Crokes, Rathmore and Laune Rangers.

In the opening match we played Dr Crokes who started the game brightly and opened the scoring with a goal from one of their first attacks.

They quickly followed up with further scores to open a six point lead before Na Gaeil registered their first score. The second half was much tighter and Na Gaeil had a number of chances to get back into the game but unfortunately didn’t take them leaving the final score Na Gaeil 0-2 Dr Crokes 1-5.

The second game was against the hosts, Rathmore and this was a much improved performance. Na Gaeil lead by 0-3 to 0-0 at half time and extended their lead to five points in the second half.

Rathmore responded with a late free and a goal from a last minute penalty but the game finished Na Gaeil 0-5 Rathmore 1-1.

The final game of the day was against Laune Rangers and the winner of this game would qualify for County Semi-final next week end.

Na Gaeil started the game brightly and opened a two point lead. They had chances to further extend their lead but two quick goals just before half time swung the game in favour of the Killorglin side.

With a small panel Na Gaeil struggled in the second half and Laune Rangers ran out winners with the final score line Na Gaeil 1-3 Laune Rangers 3-5. Despite not qualifying to the semi-final stage the team gained good experience playing against Division one teams.

Panel: C Devine, E Cahill, E O’Connor, J O’Sullivan, J Sheehan, R O’Sullivan, T Walsh, T Lynch, T O’Hanifan, J Bourke, A Burke, D Burns, M Burke, D Healy, D Reen, J O’Brien, J Kelliher, T Horgan.

We are back in Rathmore again next Wednesday at 7.15 for our next game in the county league. This will be followed up with the rescheduled home match against Castleisland Desmonds on Saturday at 4.00pm.

NA GAEIL U12: Our Under 12s began their County League campaign in impressive fashion last Sunday away to Legion. In ideal weather conditions both our teams gave a great display from the start.

In the first game we got on the scoreboard early with well taken points from Graham Sheehy and with Legion replying with some fine scores we edged ahead closer to half time with great points from Jamie Fitzgerald and Edward Sheehy.

Our rock solid defence  of Cian O Neill, Scott Ryan, Kieran O Connor and Liam Og Kingston held tight throughout and gave little away. Great goals from Graham Sheehy and Edward Sheehy along with well taken points from Sean O Connor and Jamie Fitzgerald kept us in front  along with a great performance in goals from Tadhg Reen .

Our  solid  midfield pairing of Oisin Mauncell and Jamie Fitzgerald sent great balls into the forward line where Aaron Delahunty made some great catches. We held on to win by a single score at the final whistle.

Our second game saw a number of debutants from our U10 ranks and along with our Under 12 players combined to great effect.

All players played a great game and lead at half time 4 points to 2. Subs were introduced at half time and while players tired in the 2nd half , their Legion counterparts were the stronger in the final quarter.

All the lads can be very pleased with their performances. Great to see some boys up from the Under 10s who made their debuts yesterday.

Team. Josh Roche, Sean Barrett, Daniel Henrickson, Batty Coffey, Daniel Fitzgerald, Denis Moriarty, Jack Doyle, Nathan Rogers, Cillian Murphy, Cian Sheehan, Kevin O’Donoghue, Sean Morris, Cian McEaneaney.

Training continues Thursday evening 7 to 8.30.NEXT GAME: Sunday 19th April 6pm versus Laune Rangers in Killeen.

NA GAEIL U8:Well done to the hardy souls (especially JJ) who trained on the pitch last Sunday morning in the terrible weather conditions. We hope to see you all again at 11am next Sunday in na Gaeil. Don’t forget to bring your mouthguard.

FUND RAISER RAFFLE: Well done to Denise, Mike, Liam and Darren for organising a raffle to raise funds

to purchase tracksuit bottoms for the under 16s and well done lads for selling the lines. Thanks to all who supported the raffle.

There were a lot of prizes, an Easter basket, jewellery, jerseys, meal and food vouchers, hair and make-up and a few bottles.

Thanks to those who sponsored them. 1st prize of an Irish soccer jersey went to Tony Hayes with more prizes going to Alex O’Mahony, Cathal Healy, Joanne Roche, Mike Connolly, Raymond Prendiville, Mark Bourke, Diarmuid O’Connor, Robert Walshe and Dan Goggin.

EXECUTIVE:  Executive meeting this Thursday the 16th at 8.30pm.

SYMPATHY:Sincere sympathy  to Kieran Moriarty on the death of his Brother John Moriarty. RIP

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club.

Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

NA GAEIL U14: The U14 team started their 2015 County League campaign with a home game against Churchill last Wednesday evening.

Adam Burke opened the scoring with a point in the opening minutes; however Churchill immediately struck back with an equalisingpoint before getting the first goal of the match and another point to open an early lead.

Na Gaeil responded with points from Mathew Burke and Tomas O’Hanifan and a goal from Dale Healy to regain the lead. Devon Burns then extended the lead to two points with a free.

In a tight first half Churchill were soon level with two unanswered points before scores from Jack Bourke and another from Devon Burns left Na Gaeil leading at half time by 1-6 to 1-4.

Churchill were straight out of the blocks in the second period and dominated the opening ten minutes of the second half. They scored three unanswered points to regain the lead.

At this stage they looked it looked like Churchill were the most likely winners as they had the benefit of a strong breeze and Na Gaeil were struggling to get out of their own half. However an excellent movement from Na Gaeil was finished with a goal from Jack Sheehan. Minutes later Mathew Burke scored another goal to open a five point lead.

Churchill replied with their fourth point of the half but a great goal from Jack O’Brien left Na Gaeil in control. Jack Sheehan and Tadgh Lynch scored further points for Na Gaeil but Churchill didn’t give up and scored four more points to leave the final score Na Gaeil 4-8 Churchill 1-12.

The entire team contributed to this hard fought victory. The backs played excellently especially in the second half and defended with great desipline. All the forwards scored, with nine different scorers on the night which proved the benefit of good team work.

Panel: C Devine, E Cahill, E O’Connor, J O’Sullivan, J Sheehan, R O’Sullivan, T Walsh, T Lynch, T O’Hanifan, J Bourke, A Burke, D Burns, M Burke, D Healy, J O’Brien, J Kelliher, R McCarthy, B Sugrue,T Horgan, P Walsh.

Na Gaeil travelled to Ardfert on Sunday to play the fourth round of the St Brendan’s league.

The visitors opened the scoring with points from Dale Healy and Jack O’Brien. Ardfert soon replied with their opening score of the game before a free from Darragh Reen restored Na Gaeil’s two point lead. In a low scoring first half points from Tadgh Lynch and John Kelliher and two points from the home side left the half time score Na Gaeil 0-5, Ardfert 0-3.

A second free from John Kelliher and a point from Jack Bourke extended Na Gaeil’s lead early in the second half. Ardfert soon got their first score of the second period which was quickly cancelled by a point from Tadgh Lynch.

The home side replied with a well taken goal to reduce the deficit to a single score. However this was their last score of the game as Na Gaeil finished strongly. A point from Mathew Burke was followed by three excellent points in a row from Jack Sheehan before Darragh Reen got a late goal to leave the final score Na Gaeil 1-12 Ardfert 1-4. The victory means that Na Gaeil have reached the final of this competition.

Panel: C Devine, E Cahill, E O’Connor, J O’Sullivan, B Sugrue, J Sheehan, D Burns, T Lynch, D Reen, J Bourke, M Burke, J Kelliher, J O’Brien, D Healy, S Daly.

Our next match in the second round of the County League and we are home toCastleisland Desmonds on Wednesday at 7.00pm.The busy schedule continues with the Kerry Peile na nOg taking place next Saturday with times and venue to be confirmed during the week.

NA GAEIL U12:In the lead up to the First Round of the County League we have a challenge game next Thursday evening at 7pm against John Mitchell’s in Ballyseedy.Our first outing in the County League is next Sunday evening, 12th April against Legion.

NA GAEIL LADIES U16:Na Gaeil v Austin Stacks U16 North Kerry League Div 1 We played at home to Stacks in our 1st match of the year. Nora played in goals and made some fine saves. Miriam, Ria and Amii were making great blocks in the full back line.

Sarah who scored a fine point along with Muireann and Mary were working hard, creating scores and supporting our midfielders Meagan and Nessa from the half back line. Jadyn and Erika were working the wings well, getting a few points each and creating space through the centre for Sibeal to score a fantastic goal. Caoimhe and Clodagh had to work hard up front and were being marked tightly.

Stacks played with the wind for the 1st half, we were down by 2 points at half time. We had the wind for the 2nd half but were not able to capitalise as Stacks defended in numbers and we lost by a couple of points. It was a good workout in preparation for our County League Div 1.

Team ; Nora O Connell, Amii Kerins, Miriam Gurrie,Ria Walsh, Muireann Moriarty, Sarah Quigley, Mary O Connell, Meagan Sheehy, Nessa Mc Garty, Jadyn Lucey, Erika O Sullivan, Sibeal Casey, Caoimhe Hanafin, Clodagh O Connor.

NA GAEIL LADIES:Na Gaeil v Finuge/St Senans Senior County League Div 2, We played at to Finuge/St Senans on Sunday evening. Conditions were perfect, if not a bit too warm.

We started brightly with early points from Sarah Cunningham, Ayesha, Jadyn and Meagan. Finuge/St Senans scored a few points in the first despite some great blocking and defending from Muireann, Deirdre and Sarah Quigley. Brid , Shona and Sile were combining well together to keep their attack quiet. Marie and Sarah got a goal each before half time.

We were playing into the wind for the 2nd half. Finuge/St Senans started very brightly in the 2nd half, despite Niamh in goals making some great blocks and kickouts, she could do anything about their goal. They followed up with a few more points. But this seemed to get our girls back on course with Ayesha getting us a point, then we won a penalty which unfortunately hit the crossbar.

The miss seemed to drive us on even harder with Sarah getting a point, then Jadyn scored 3 quick goals along with 2 more points from Marie and a point from Eilis. Our wing forwards Nora and Eilis were using the width to great effect. Eimear came on at the backs, along with Caoimhe to the half back line. Nessa and Miriam came into the forwards and got stuck in straightaway . Final Score 5.09 to 1.07

Team; Niamh Moriarty, Eimear Nolan, Deirdre Kearney, Muireann Moriarty, Sarah Quigley, Maura O Connor, Nora O Connell, Shona Roche, Rhiona Kennedy,Marie Quirke, Eilis O Connor, Brid O Connor,Sarah Cunningham, Kate Anne O Connor, Kim Enright, Ayesha Roche, Fiona Kavanagh, Meabh Horgan, Sile Reidy, Jadyn Lucey, Meagan Sheehy, Nessa Mc Garty, Miriam Gurrie, Caoimhe Hanafin.

CONGRATULATIONS:To our members  making their first holy communion or confirmation in the recent weeks.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club.

Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €9,600 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 5,6,21 25. There was no winner.  €50 winners were James Cream Sean Hilliard . €25 Winners were Tony Blake,Mna na GAEIL ,Micheal Mc Kenna Elaine Heaslip.Next week’s lotto is worth €9,700 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

NA GAEIL SENIOR: In the second round of the County League Na Gaeil faced Beale In Killeen.

Na Gaeil who were playing into a strong breeze were first of the mark with two quick points from Jamie Lowham.

Beale soon settled and as one would expect with a side playing with the breeze started to rack up a bit of a score, which would have been a lot worse except from stout defending by all the Na Gaeil team, leaving the score at half time Na Gaeil 00-05; Beale 01-06.

With Na Gaeil’s scores coming from Diarmaid Herlihy, and two from Dara Carmody.Na Gaeil with a seven point deficit to reign in, set to work from the throw in.

Points from the likes of  Kieran O’Donovan and Kieran Dineen saw that by the twenty minute of the second half the sides were level.

Beale how ever got the all-important next score when then goaled on a quick counter attack, which proved to be the match winner with Na Gaeil unable to close the gap.

Na Gaeil 00-14; Beale 02-09

Tim Culloty, Dave Ross, Kieran Dineen, Dara Sheehy, Emmet Curran, Mike Collins, Kieran O’Donovan, Dave Culloty, Dan O’Connor, Seamie O’Neill, Ian McCarthy, Diarmaid Herlihy, Dara Carmody, Jamie Lowham, Mike Griffin, Dylan Seymour.

FIXTURE : MFL Rd 4 Friday 3rd at 6.30pm NA GAEIL v Renard/St Mary.

NA GAEIL U16: Na Gaeil entertained Laune Rangers in Round 1, Div.1, of the ‘Kelliher’s Toyota Central Region’ Na Gaeil were first to open the scoring with early points from Diarmuid O’Connor and Niall O’Mahony.

Laune Rangers found the posts in the 9th minute but Na Gaeil quickly responded with a point from Dara Devine, a fine goal from Diarmuid O’Connor and a point from Dan Goggin. Laune Rangers enjoyed a purple patch for ten minutes in a half dominated by Na Gaeil, and scored a goal and two points to bring the sides closer together.

Two further points from Na Gaeil’s Diarmuid O’Connor and Tadhg Lynch left a half time score of Na Gaeil 1-06, Laune Rangers 0-06.

The visitors were first to score in this half but soon Na Gaeil began to show their superiority. Good link up play by Ryan O’Neill, Patrick Roche, and Niall O’Mahony set up Dara Devine for a fine point who demonstrated his fine shooting skills throughout the game, going on to score a further three points in the remaining minutes of this half.

A great run by Diarmuid O’Connor in the dying moments of the half saw him pierce the Laune Rangers defence and fire over another point. Laune Rangers scored two points from play and two from frees in this half.

Niall scored the final point of the game before darkness called an early halt to the half. This was a great display by all our players and a great start to the competition. Well done lads.

NA GAEIL U14:The U14 team had two matches in the St Brendan’s league this week. They hosted John Mitchels on Thursday evening and played St Pat’s the following Sunday.

The match against John Mitchels was a tight affair in the first half and the visitors lead by 2-1 to 0-4 at half time. Na Gaeil improved in the second half and played smarter with good passing and support play.

They were soon level and two second half goals but them in control of the game. John Mitchels got a few late scores but Na Gaeil finished winners with a final score of 2-12 to 3-4.

Panel: L Rice, C Devine, E O’Connor, J O’Sullivan, D Reen, R O’Sullivan, T Walsh,T Lynch, T O’Hanifan, J Bourke, J Sheehan, B Sugrue, M Burke, J O’Brien, S Daly,D Healy, J Kelliher, R McCarthy.

Na Gaeil hosted St Pat’s in the third round of the St Brendan’s league on Sunday.

Na Gaeil won the toss and played with the aid of a strong breeze. The visitors struggled against the breeze and Na Gaeil lead by 4-4 to 1-2 at the interval.

Despite playing against the strong breeze in the second half Na Gaeil restricted the visitors to five points and ran out winners with the final score line Na Gaeil 7-6 St Pats 1-7. Special mention must go the Dale Healy who scored four goals.

Panel: C Devine, T Horgan, E O’Connor, J O’Sullivan, D Reen, A Burke, B Sugrue, T Lynch, T O’Hanifan, J Bourke, L Rice, J Sheehan, J O’Brien, D Healy, M Burke, J McCarthy, S Daly.

Our next match in the first round of the County League and we are home to Annascual/Lispole on Wednesday at 6.45pm.

2015 registration is now due and forms have been given out to all players. All players must be registered to be eligible to play in any competition this year.

NA GAEIL U12:Training continues for Under 12s Thursday 6 to 7 pm and Sunday morning 11 to 12.30pm.

NA GAEIL U10:Training commenced outdoors back at base on Sunday 29th March at 11pm. Thanks to all who braved the inclement weather and all agreed it was an very enjoyable session with lots of game time mixed with great training to improve player’s skills.

Don’t forget keep practicing your skills at home. “Practice makes perfect”. There is lots of great talent among this crop of players.

NA GAEIL U10s Blitz: Austin Stack Park 2nd April Thursday afternoon.Your coach will text parents with final details early in the week.

This is a great chance to play in the legendary Austin Stack park. Please remember to bring your mouth-guard.

NA GAEIL LADIES U14:The girls had an away trip to Dr. Crokes last Sun morning in extremely windy conditions.  Again we were missing a few players but managed to play a 13 aside match.

Kay Barry captained the side and although we had the wind advantage in the first half we did not capitalise on it to build up scores.  The Crokes team played well into the wind and went in 4-0 to 1-2 at halftime.

The Na Gaeil girls  rallied well in the second half and were holding their own before they hit a purple patch and started eating into the Crokes lead.  However, this big effort took it’s toll on the girls and their legs tired near the end and the Crokes scored a few late goals leaving the final result Dr Crokes 10-2 Na Gaeil 2-5.

We are still level on point on top of the table with Dr. Crokes, Scartaglin and Beaufort.  We play Beaufort at home next w/e and hopefully get back to winning ways!

We will start outdoor training on Tues evening 6.30 to 7.45 following the daylight saving time change

NA GAEIL GIRLS U12:After going a goal behind within a minute out under 12 girls dug deep and emerged victorious with the team’s best performance so far this season.

Playing against the physically superior Islanders our girls had to be more resolute and the hard work over the last year on skills looks to be paying off.

Maith thú bainisteoir Philip.Siena Lucey, who sold more dummies than the sale at Mothercare, got the show on the road by slipping her marker and slotting over from close range in the third minute.

Our midfield partnership of Freya and Ciara were battling hard for loose ball and began to dominate their taller counterparts. After ten minutes our breakthrough goal when Sarah Barrett swept though from centre back and delivered a high searching ball against the Desmonds’ ramparts.

The ball broke from Siún and was snapped up by Emma who finished coolly to the net. Meanwhile, in defence, our new cúl báire Winnie kept us in the game with two point blank saves and has made the No.1 jersey her own and our full back line of Clodagh, Megan and Caoileann limited the home side to long range efforts.

Our stern defensive effort allowed Emma the time to continue  her one woman terror campaign against the Castleisland corner back and she completed her hat-trick just before half time.

By now the tide was with us and we sent a message of intent within a minute of the restart when Ailbhe won the breaking ball and set Siena up for a fine goal. Eimer had been redeployed to a sweeper role and she was mopping up the few the loose balls that escaped the tenacious Cara and Elizabeth but returned to the attack to assist Siena for her second goal and grabbing cúl eile di féin ar an 16ú nóimead den dara leath.

Freya, who had a great game, then rattled the crossbar but Ailbhe was on hand to score her second point.

Fair play to Castle Island they didn’t give up and scored a few late scores to begin to worry us but then our final goal came after Muire, who had a fine game when she moved to centre-field, and our youngest player Aoife combined to feed the insatiable Emma Dewey who buried the ball in the bottom corner to finish the game on a high note.

All in all a good afternoon’s work but we still have a lot of hard work to do before the end of the season. Castle Island Desmonds 3-3 Na Gaeil  8-6.

LOTTO: The draw for the jackpot of €9,500 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 3,6,8 23.

There was no winner.  €50 winners were Judy Couchman Bridget Culloty. €25 Winners were The Boys c/o of NA GAEIL ,John Halpin Tony Meehan.Next week’s lotto is worth €9,600 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

NA GAEIL SENIOR: In the first round of the county league division three Na Gaeil Faced St Pats in Blennerville.

In a tight open first half both sides traded the lead on several occasions with Na Gaeil just edging out the home side by 07 points to 06 when the referee blew for half time.

Darragh Carmody led the scoring tally in the first half with three before being forced off injured. Ian McCarthy who had a solid opening thirty minutes chipped in with a fine individual score, Mike Griffin with two scores and Jack Barry firing over from far out at the death of the half.
Na Gaeil started the second half strongly with Ian McCarthy  scoring within the opening minute of the restart.

Na Gaeil while enjoying their fair share of possession would have to wait a further fifteen minutes to add on a second score,courtesy of Jamie Lowham. During this barren spell St Pats were much more accurate accruing a tally of 01-05. To be fair Na Gaeil never gave in and reduced the six point deficit to two points thanks to Ian McCarthy 01-01 but unfortunately for the visitors time had run out. ST Pats 01-12; Na Gaeil 01-10.

We look forward in confidence to meeting Beale, at home, in the second round at 5.00pm this Saturday. Support needed.

Tim Cullotty, Ross Culloty, Kieran Dinneen, Paul Daly, Emmett Curran, Mike Collins, Darragh Sheehy,Jack Barry, Dan O’Connor, Dave Culloty, Ian McCarthy, Kieran O’Donovan, Dara Carmody, Mike Griffin, Shane Carey, Eoin Sheehy, Dylan Seymour,jamie Lowham, Rob Murphy, Eoin Daly, Shane Fitzgerald.

COUNTRY LEAGUE: Second round against Beale in Killeen this Saturday at 5 00pm. Please come and support.

SCÓR:  Scór na bPáistí 2015 County Final held on Sunday 22nd March at the Gleneagle Hotel Killarney.We were very fortunate to have three entries in this years county final – our Quiz team who won the County Title; our Leiriú competitors who came second; and talented recitation entrant Jimi O’Suilleabháin who gave a powerful rendition of ‘the Three Wishes’.

Our Quiz team comprised Tomás Ó Hanafín, Tadhg Reen, Ciara Rath and Peter Walsh.  It was a nail biting competition with very little between the teams up the penultimate round.  However, our brain boxes stormed through the last two rounds to emerge as worthy champions and were proudly presented with their county medals by Leona Twiss, Scór Chairperson.  Full marks to their mentor Tomás Ó Hanafín who coached the team to achieve this high accolade.

Jimi O’Suilleabháin performed a fantastic recitation piece and had the audience captivated throughout.The standard in this competition was exceptionally high and he was unlucky not to be rewarded for his efforts.  Both his mother, Sorcha and Helen Sugrue gave Jimi great direction and assistance in preparing him for his performance.

Our Leiriú team of Dearbhla Quirke, Grainne Quirke, Jimi O’Suilleabháin, Eimear O’Suilleabháin, Leah Enright, Ciara Rath, Tom Walsh and Joshua Roche performed a very entertaining sketch on Emigration.

This poignant piece pulled on the heart strings of the audience comparing emigration in 1913 and 2013.  Our talented group of thespians excelled on stage and won a deserved second place on the day.  This would not have been possible without the directing skills of Mary Quirke and Margaret Doody.

The children involved put in a huge amount of time and effort in rehearsing for their respective disciplines and they deserve great praise for same.

This finishes our Scór journey for 2014/15.  Unfortunately, we did not have participation at Scór na nÓg level.  We were successful at Scór Sinsear with our Leiriú and Recitation qualifying for the County Final.

Participants were Margaret Doody, Jennie Sheehy, Helen Sugrue, Jim Adams, Colm O’Suilleabháin and Mike Lynch. Our Solo Singer Mary Ellen O’Connor sang beautifully as always!

We look forward to the 2015/16 season commencing next Autumn and hope to have continued success to mirror the efforts of our mentors and competitors.

HARD LUCK: To Jack Barry and the Kerry under 21 who had hard luck against Cork last week.

NA GAEIL U12: Training continues this Thursday 6 to 7 pm. Sunday 11 to 12.30pm.

NA GAEIL U8: Under 8 training for boys & girls continues next Sunday (29th) in Balloonagh Hall at 11am. Come along and enjoy the fun & games

COMMUNITY GAMES:Training for under 10 boys for the Community Games GAA football competition will take place next Monday evening (30th) at 6.30pm. Please contact Ger at 087-2610158 for more details. 

DEFIBRILATOR: Na Gaeil intends to run a training course on using a Defibrilator. Anyone interested please give name to any officer

NA GAEIL LADIES U14 :The girls had their first game of the season last Sunday at home to Kerins O’Rahillys. Although we were missing some players due to the Scor county finals, we put out a full team. Aine played a blinder in goals protected by Ria, Sophie and Isabelle in the full back line.

In the middle section of the pitch Sarah, Grainne and Clodagh played on the half back line while Mary and Abi lined out I lar na pairce. At half forwards Caragh, Kay and new girl Laoise kept the supply going into the full forward line of Kayla, Brid, Emily and Muire who put in a great show when she came in as sub.

The girls in green had the wind advantage in the first half and led at half time 2-0 to 0-1 with a goal from Mary and a stunning goal from Abi scored from a 45. Although the girls were under a lot more pressure in the second half they still managed to breach the KOR  defence with two more goals from Abi and Mary and a point from Abi.  Final score  Na Gaeil 4 – 1 KOR 1 – 1.  Well done to the girls, hope we have an enjoyable season

NA GAEIL GIRLS U12:After going a goal behind within a minute out under 12 girls dug deep and emerged victorious with the team’s best performance so far this season. Playing against the physically superior Islanders our girls had to be more resolute and the hard work over the last year on skills looks to be paying off.

Maith thú bainisteoir Philip.Siena Lucey, who sold more dummies than the sale at Mothercare, got the show on the road by slipping her marker and slotting over from close range in the third minute.

Our midfield partnership of Freya and Ciara were battling hard for loose ball and began to dominate their taller counterparts. After ten minutes our breakthrough goal when Sarah Barrett swept though from centre back and delivered a high searching ball against the Desmonds’ ramparts.

The ball broke from Siún and was snapped up by Emma who finished coolly to the net.Meanwhile, in defence, our new cúl báire Winnie kept us in the game with two point blank saves and has made the No.1 jersey her own and our full back line of Clodagh, Megan and Caoileann limited the home side to long range efforts. Our stern defensive effort allowed Emma the time to continue  her one woman terror campaign against the Castleisland corner back and she completed her hat-trick just before half time.

By now the tide was with us and we sent a message of intent within a minute of the restart when Ailbhe won the breaking ball and set Siena up for a fine goal. Eimer had been redeployed to a sweeper role and she was mopping up the few the loose balls that escaped the tenacious Cara and Elizabeth but returned to the attack to assist Siena for her second goal and grabbing cúl eile di féin ar an 16ú nóimead den dara leath.

Freya, who had a great game, then rattled the crossbar but Ailbhe was on hand to score her second point.

Fair play to Castle Island they didn’t give up and scored a few late scores to begin to worry us but then our final goal came after Muire, who had a fine game when she moved to centre-field, and our youngest player Aoife combined to feed the insatiable Emma Dewey who buried the ball in the bottom corner to finish the game on a high note. All in all a good afternoon’s work but we still have a lot of hard work to do before the end of the season. Castle Island Desmonds 3-3 Na Gaeil u-12 Girls 8-6.

ST PATRICK DAY PARADE: Thank you to all the children and parents, who turned up in large numbers for the parade, it was lovely to see everyone wearing their club colours with such pride

THANK YOU:NA GAEIL  Would like to thank Tesco Manor  for allowing the Club to bag pack last Friday. We also like to thank the people who helped out during the day & also to thank all the support that was given by customers. Much appreciated by the Club.

SYMPATHY:Sincere Sympathy to Kevin Murphy and family, Riverwalk, on the death of his uncle Patrick, Fenit,and to Dennis O Connor on the death of his Sister Mary.RIP.

BINGO: last Monday nights Bingo with a guaranteed jackpot of €300 was an outstanding success.well done and many thanks to Niamh for organising the event.Bingo is held  at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who ofter their time to help run the bingo.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €9,400 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 4,18,19 24 There was no winner.  €50 winners were Colm O Conchubair Alan O Connor €25 Winners were Donal Crowley,Helen Cooper,E.J.B.T. c/o NA GAEIL  Phyllis O Herlihy Next week’s lotto is worth €9,500 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

 CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

REGISTRATION: Membership Registration will take place  on the 15th of March membership fees for 2015 are,Senior male players/Adults €50.Juneniles/Students(To 3rd level inclusive)First €40,Second €30 Third €20.Female Players €5 (please note there is an additional charge payable to LGFA).Family €100 (Children and Parents )Social €5.

All players must be registered to be eligible to play in competition and for insurance purposes.Thank you for your co-operation and your continued support.

NA GAEIL SENIOR: St Brendan board league.Well done to our senior team,for a great win last Saturday against Churchill. Na GAEIL were fit and well drilled and in no way hampered by the windy conditions on the day.Half time score NA GAEIL 0-5 Churchill 0-3, in the end NA GAEIL pulled ahead with some excellent well taken points.final score NA GAEIL 0-12,Churchill 1-04.

Panel: T Culloty, R Culloty, M Collins, D Sheehy, D Culloty, K Donovan, Neill. D O Connor (captain)D Carmody, I McCarthy, D Seymour, O Sheehy, J Loham, S Carey, D Burns,E Curran, N Cannon, O Daly, M Griffin, C Sheehy.

Seniors play John Mitchels next Sunday at 11 00am in  Mitchels,First round of County league v St Pats, away, Sunday 22nd  in Blennerville.First round of County league v St Pats, away, Sunday 22nd  in Blennerville.

BEST OF LUCK:A speedy recovery to E Doody who received a injury in training

NA GAEIL U14: The under 14 team continued their pre-season training with indoor sessions in the Sports Complex and outdoor sessions in Killeen. Training from this week on will be held in Killeen.

It is essential that we have full attendance at training over the coming weeks as the St Brendan’s league is starting next week and our first County league match is scheduled for April 1st.. We have training this week on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and a St Brendan’s league match away to Churchill next Sunday morning.

2015 registration is now due and forms were given out at training on Sunday and will also be available at this week’s sessions.All players must be registered to be eligible to play in competition and for insurance purposes.Thank you for your co-operation and your continued support.

NA GAEIL U12: Well done to all the boys who played Kenmare at half time of the Kerry versus Dublin match in Fitzgerald Stadium, Killarney on March 1st. It was a great experience for those involved to play in front of such a large attendance and unfortunately we could only bring 11 players onto the pitch but we were well supported by the other boys in the stand.

Evening training resumes this Thursday at 5.30pm in Killeen and Sunday morning at 11 am.All players must be registered to be eligible to play in competition and for insurance purposes.Thank you for your co-operation and your continued support.

NA GAEIL SENIOR LADIES: Na Gaeil  v Dr Crokes, Senior Ladies County League Div 2 , 2nd Round.We played at home on Sunday morning against Dr Crokes, conditions were good with a slight breeze coming from the town end.

We played into the wind for the 1st half, with Laura Fitzgerald out injured, Niamh started in goals for the second game in a row. Our defence of Sarah and Deirdre ptotected the goals, making sure that no one came within the 21.

Shona, Brid and Kim were very strong on the half back line. Marie and Eilis dominated midfield with our half forwards Nora, Eimear and Meabh winning loads of ball. Fiona and Ayesha who were causing all kinds of havoc with their runs. Ayesha got our 1st point along with Nora,Brid, Eilis, Meabh and Marie getting a few more points from some great work and passing. We started the 2nd half with the wind, Jadyn and Meagan came into the forwards, with Muireann coming into the backs and making some fine tackles.

Ayesha started the second half the same way she finished the 1st. Grabbing a couple of early points along with another point from Marie. Ayesha was the quickest onto a loose ball in the box and burying it into the back of the net.

Meagan and Nora got another couple of points each before Ayesha found Meagan with a great ball near the edge of the box, who then fired it low into the bottom corner.

Our defenders, when called upon were very strong along with some fine team work from our forward play. We still had a good few wides which need to be worked on but despite this, we still managed to score 2.15, with our backs keeping Crokes scores down to 3 points. There will be training in Na Gaeil on Wednesday evening at 6.00.

Team; Niamh Moriarty, Eimear Nolan, Deirdre Kearney, Sarah Quigley, Brid O Connor, Nora O Connell, Shona Roche, Eilis O Connor, Marie Quirke, Kim Enright, Ayesha Roche, Fiona Kavangh,Meabh Horgan, Jadyn Lucey,Muireann Moriarty,Meagan Sheehy.a Gaeil  v Dr Crokes, Senior Ladies County League Div 2 , 2nd Round

We played at home on Sunday morning against Dr Crokes, conditions were good with a slight breeze coming from the town end. We played into the wind for the 1st half, with Laura Fitzgerald out injured, Niamh started in goals for the second game in a row.

Our defence of Sarah and Deirdre ptotected the goals, making sure that no one came within the 21. Shona, Brid and Kim were very strong on the half back line. Marie and Eilis dominated midfield with our half forwards Nora, Eimear and Meabh winning loads of ball.

Fiona and Ayesha who were causing all kinds of havoc with their runs. Ayesha got our 1st point along with Nora,Brid, Eilis, Meabh and Marie getting a few more points from some great work and passing.

We started the 2nd half with the wind, Jadyn and Meagan came into the forwards, with Muireann coming into the backs and making some fine tackles. Ayesha started the second half the same way she finished the 1st.

Grabbing a couple of early points along with another point from Marie. Ayesha was the quickest onto a loose ball in the box and burying it into the back of the net.

Meagan and Nora got another couple of points each before Ayesha found Meagan with a great ball near the edge of the box, who then fired it low into the bottom corner.

Our defenders, when called upon were very strong along with some fine team work from our forward play.

We still had a good few wides which need to be worked on but despite this, we still managed to score 2.15, with our backs keeping Crokes scores down to 3 points. There will be training in Na Gaeil on Wednesday evening at 6.00.

Team; Niamh Moriarty, Eimear Nolan, Deirdre Kearney, Sarah Quigley, Brid O Connor, Nora O Connell, Shona Roche, Eilis O Connor, Marie Quirke, Kim Enright, Ayesha Roche, Fiona Kavangh,Meabh Horgan, Jadyn Lucey,Muireann Moriarty, Meagan Sheehy.

NA GAEIL GIRLS U12: Béal 4 – 5 Na Gaeil 3 – 3 .Though Na Gaeil lost this game they will be heartened by a spirited team performance and some outstanding personal displays. It was a closely fought match notable for the never say die attitude of both teams.

Na Gaeil came under some early pressure but defenders Clodagh, Aoife and Emma fought hard and the ball was finally cleared by Emma Dewey.

Na Gaeil then took an early lead with a well taken free kick from Freya after some great play from Siena.

Ailbhe and Sarah battled for everything in the middle of the park, with Sarah bravely blocking the ball on a number of occasions while Muire and Freya showed great determination and skill on the ball.

Béal had some outstanding players of their own however and scored two early goals despite Winnie Burke having a brilliant game in goal.The game ebbed and flowed, na Gaeil staying in touch with scores from Kayleigh and Siena.

At half time Béal led 2 – 2 to 0 – 3. Soon after play resumed Emma scored a great goal after Ailbhe and Muire had linked superbly. Béal were defending well under pressure but could not keep out Siena who rattled home a tremendous goal to give na Gaeil the lead.

The game ebbed and flowed, na Gaeil staying in touch with scores from Kayleigh and Siena.

At half time Béal led 2 – 2 to 0 – 3. Soon after play resumed Emma scored a great goal after Ailbhe and Muire had linked superbly. Béal were defending well under pressure but could not keep out Siena who rattled home a tremendous goal to give na Gaeil the lead.

This was a spirited performance from the Béal girls but theywere kept out by some great defensive play from Síle Lynch who cleared the ball a number of times and from Aoife who fought for everything at corner back.

Clodagh made some some tremendous clearances from defence enabling Sarah, Ailbhe, Siena, Emma and Freya to link up with the forwards.

Winnie Burke deserves a special mention for her skill and commitment in what everyone agreed was a brilliant exhibition of goalkeeping skill.All na Gaeil’s best efforts however could not prevent Béal from scoring two second half goals.

Megan in particular was brave and resolute in defence, never flinching from a challenge, while Elizabeth also fought bravely.

Na Gaeil were always dangerous and Kayleigh capped a great personal performance with a wonderful goal to ensure that the result would be in doubt right up to the last.The na Gaeil mentors were delighted with the all the girls and will feel that with this group they can look forward to some great victories in the future.

Well done girls! All players must be registered to be eligible to play in competition and for insurance purposes.Thank you for your co-operation and your continued support.

BACON AND CABBAGE: Delicious homemade bacon and cabbage will be served in the club, St Patrick’s Day March the 17th between 2-5pm. Music that night 7-9pm. All Welcome.

BINGO: Monday night the 16th of March,Guaranteed Jackpot of €300. Prizes Galore! Fabulous Hamper as Door Prize and extra Raffle prizes to be won. Please support.

Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club.

Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €9,200 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 9,12,13 17. There was no winner.

€50 winners were Gerard Hogan Seamus O Neill. €25 Winners were  Alice Murphy,Donal Lucy,Philip Dewey Carol Culloty Next week’s lotto is worth €9,300 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

NA GAEIL U14: The under 14 team played away to Annascaul/Lispole on Saturday last and  both teams played exceptionally well on adverse and windy conditions.

Playing against the wind in the first, the visitors were down by four points on the short whistle but accounted for themselves very well. The second half was nip and tuck with the host just about shading by 2 points.

Again, some players showed real appetite against a team we will be playing in our first Division One county league game on April 1st next. Training this Tuesday in the Sorts Complex at 5pm for games based session.

Panel: Adam Burke, Mathew Burke, Jack Bourke, Enda o Connor, Jack o Brien, Darragh Reen, Tom Walsh, Barry Sugrue, Tadgh Horgan, Richard McCarthy, Johnaton McCarthy, Jimmy O Sullivan.

NA GAEIL U10:Training continues indoors in Balloonagh School Hall every Sunday at 12pm Last week’s session was great fun, with lots of game time mixed with great training to improve player’s skills.

Lots of treats handed out  for The Cross-bar challenge and Strike the target this week! Great to see some new-comers “fruits of our recruitment drive” David Slattery, Shane Kelly, Dylan McEnenaey and newcomer Tadhg Barton where all outstanding throughout the training session.

Remember if you have any friends who may be interested in joining our club invite them along to experience the fun and games and the occasional treat!Players are asked to bring €2 to cover the cost of the hall & please bring along your mouth-guard too.

NA GAEIL U8: Training continues indoors in Balloonagh School Hall every Sunday at 11am until noon. Come along & enjoy learning all the skills and have loads of fun. Players are asked to bring €2 to cover the cost of the hall & please bring along your mouth-guard too.

NA GAEIL U12 GIRLS: An encouraging start to the season for our u-12 cailiní despite the loss to a strong Ballymac team.

Playing against the wind in the first half our defence needed to play well and Clodagh o Sullivan in particular, ably assisted by Shania McCarthy and Aoife O Sullivan repelled wave after wave of attack from the home team.

Our wing backs Emma Dewey and Caoilinn o Brien gave Sheila ní Loingsigh great options to avoid the marauding midfield of the opposition as well as leading frequent sallies on the rearguard of the county’s largest parish.

Sheila herself pulled off one fantastic save to help keep the advantage of Ballymac at half time to six points.

Buoyed up by a reshuffle by coach Philip and the wind at our backs ár gcailini, led by the battling Freya o Connor and Muire Kingston in midfield, grabbed the game by the scruff of the neck and were rewarded in the second minute of the new half when Eimer Ní Shúilleabháin took a quick Cic saor which hit the crossbar, Ciara Rath pounced on the rebound and smashed the ball to the roof of the net.

Na Gaeil now had the majority of the play and Kayleigh Costello and Megan Fernane were causing so much difficulty to the home defence that the Ballymac mentors were forced to drop extra players deep.

We were unlucky to hit the crossbar on two occasions and Siún Fitzgibbon won a good free for us which was converted by Eimer to leave us within a score or two of Ballymac.

Grace Savage went close with a great kick but our great second  half performance wasn’t enough to close the lead conceded in the first half.Final score: Baile Mhic Eileagóid 2-3 Na Gaeil 1-3

REGISTRATION: Membership Registration will take place  on the 8th and the 15th of March membership fees for 2015 are Senior male players/Adults €50.Juneniles/Students(To 3rd level inclusive)First €40,Second €30 Third €20.Female Players €5.Family (Children and Parents) €100.Social €5.

CONGRATULATIONS: To Richard and Mary Barrett on the birth of their son Noah

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €9,100 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 1,4,6 7. There was no winner.  €50 winners were Mary Mc Quinn Sean O Connor. €25 Winners were  Philip Manzer,Regina O Connor,John Reen Micheal Moriarty.Next week’s lotto is worth €9,200 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club.

Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo

NA GAEIL U14: The under 14 team played host to Finuge on Sunday for a friendly game in wet and heavy conditions. All payers played a full game.

It was a good experience for the panel to play another game together as a team. Training this Tuesday in the Sorts Complex at 6pm for games based session. Panel: Adam Burke, Mathew Burke, Jack Bourke, Enda o Connor, Jack o Brien, Devon Burns, Tadgh Lynch, Ruiri o Sullivan, Darragh Reen, Tom Walsh, Barry Sugrue, Shane Daly, Jack Sheehan, Liam Rice,

NA GAEIL U12: Training continues Sunday mornings at 11 am.

NA GAEIL U10: Training continues indoors in Balloonagh School Hall every Sunday at 12pm Last week’s session was great fun, with lots of game time mixed with great training to improve player’s skills

The Cross-bar challenge and Strike the target was very competitive however for the first time in 20015 no-one won any treats from the treat box. This leaves more for next week!

This week we concentrated on the skills: hand-passing, pick up, and kicking. Don’t forget keep practicing your skills at home. “Practice makes perfect”. There is lots of great talent among this crop of players with some excellent scores from both Cian Barrett and Kevin O’Donoghue.

Remember if you have any friends who may be interested in joining our club invite them along to experience the fun and games and the occasional treat! Players are asked to bring €2 to cover the cost of the hall & please bring along your mouth-guard too.

NA GAEIL U8:Training continues indoors in Balloonagh School Hall every Sunday at 11am until noon. Its great to see such numbers there & everyone having so much fun. Don’t forget to keep practicing your skills at home as often as you can. It will make a big difference. Players are asked to bring €2 to cover the cost of the hall & please bring along your mouth-guard too.

NA GAEIL Ladies U14 :Returned to training last Sunday after their Winter rest.  The conditions were not too pleasant but this did not deter the girls from having a good work out.

We are training with Eddie and the U16’s which worked out well last season.  Looking forward to everyone coming back over the next few weeks.  We hope to organise a challenge game soon.  Will be in touch.

REGISTRATION: Membership Registration will take place  on the 8th and the 15th of March membership fees for 2015 are Senior male players/Adults €50.Juneniles/Students(To 3rd level inclusive)First €40,Second €30 Third €20.Female Players €5.Family (Children and Parents) €100.Social €5.

CONGRATULATIONS: Well done to Ardfert and Brosna on their massiveachievement,winning All Ireland Titles in Croke Park.

SYMPATHY: Sincere sympathy from NA GAEIL card players to Pat Sheet on the death of his sister Sheila and to Angela Weir on the death of her Grandson Maurice O’Donoghue.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €9,000 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 4,16,21 25. There was no winner.  €50 winners were Mike Roger O Sullivan Noreen Hoare. €25 Winners were  Evan Confrey,Helen Lacey,Emma Cassidy John O Connor .Next week’s lotto is worth €9,100 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo

CELEBRATION: Our celebration Dinner Dance at the meadowlands Hotel was a tremendous success, with a record number of members attending.

The organising committee added the word CELEBRATION this year, as we felt that the club had a huge amount to celebrate with our Senior team ,ladies,Junior,Juveniles right down to our very talented SCÓR members performing heroically all year.

Theresa kelliher welcomed everyone and spoke about the clubs many achievements and how this was only made possible by people volunteering of their precious time , even if it was just an hour a week but all these hours added up to make Na GAEIL what it is today,a strong vibrant football club.

Chairman Tim Lynch introduced the special guest, Diarmuid Ó Sé vice chairman of kerry Co Board. He then went on to thank all the mentors,managers,coaches ,supporters and people involved in the  lotto , Bingo and other fundraising efforts over the past year.

Tim Lynch Jnr, Chairman of Bord Na nÓg spoke about the growing numbers in our  many Juvenile teams leaving no doubt about the future of the club.

Anthony O Connor presented the Juniors with their medals and spoke very highly about  the dedication of the team. Aidan Carmody then presented the Senior team with their medals,speaking also of their diligence and commitment  to Na GAEIL.

So much so that this year no one player was presented with the Seamus Murphy cup but instead it was awarded to the team as a unit.

Paul Daly accepted on behalf of the team and thanked both management and the club. Our musical entertainment for the night, Heart and soul , had us on our feet all night leading to some highly entertaining dance moves.

Thanks especially to the organising committee Cathy Carey and Tim Lynch for all their hard work making this years Dinner Dance an unforgettable occasion .

Click here to see photos from the night

NA GAEIL BOYS U12:Training resumed last Sunday evening for Under 12 boys and the mentors were delighted to see such a large turnout of  players for the beginning of the 2015 season. Training will continue on Sunday evenings at 4.30pm so we hope to see everyone then.

NA GAEIL U10:Training will continue at Ballonagh Hall on Sunday at 12pm.Last week  training session witnessed star performances from,The Hannifin brothers Earla and Rory, “great prospects for the future.”

NA GAEIL U8:Training continues indoors in Balloonagh School Hall every Sunday at 11am until noon. Its great to see such numbers there & everyone having so much fun. Players are asked to bring €2 to cover the cost of the hall & please bring along your mouth-guard too.

NA GAEIL LADIES:Congratulations to two of our U14 girls Mary O Connell and Clodagh O Connor who were picked to represent Kerry in the International Children’s Games which are being held in Holland during the summer.

We were well represented by our Mna Na Gaeil Ladies at our celebration dance last Saturday night, with our ladies looking very fashionable and fit after all their training and taking over the dance floor for the night, they had a great night. Well done to Theresa and her commitee on organising a great night.

WELL DONE:To Nora O Connell and Sarah Quigley who played with Kerry U16’s in defeating Limerick in Rathkeale o Sunday.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €8,800 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 10,11,21 25 There was no winner.  €50 winners were Finian Browne Kieran Dillane €25 Winners were  T.J Nelligan,Alice Murphy Joan Murphy Frank Hayes .Next week’s lotto is worth €8,900 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo

CELEBRATION DANCE

Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015 at 7.30pm sharp.

The  band Heart and Soul will have you on the dance floor all night and our Senior and Junior team will be presented with their medals.

€35 per person,tickets now on sale in clubhouse. Tickets are selling fast, so don’t delay it’s a night not to be missed!

CONGRATULATIONS

To Mary O Connor, Sharon Cahill and Liz Heaslip who represented Na Gaeil and won the Ladies Section of the Kerins O Rahillys 10k Run on Sunday.

NA GAEIL U8

Our boys are back training for the new season. For the moment we are training indoors in Balloonagh School Hall every Sunday at 11am until noon. Welcome back to all the old familiar faces from last year as well as a few new faces too.

Players are asked to bring €2 to cover the cost of the hall & please bring along your mouth-guard too.

BEST OF LUCK: To our third and sixth year members, sitting their mock examination next week.

SYMPATHY

Sincere sympathy to Seán Seosamh Ó Conchubhair and family on the death of his brother Edward (Eddie) O’Connor Ballinteer Dublin and to the Sullivan family on death of Con Sullivan, Oakpark Tralee. RIP.

LOTTO

The draw for the jackpot of €8,700 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 2,11,22 23 There was no winner.  €50 winners were Mary Ellen O Shea Pat Sheehy. €25 winners were Caroline Dillane,Tadhg O Neill,Paddy O Connor Maria O Neill .

Next week’s lotto is worth €8,800 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS

Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO

Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

CELEBRATION DANCE: Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015.

The  band Heart and soul will have you on the dance floor all night and our Senior and Junior team will be presented with their medals.

€35 per person,tickets now on sale in clubhouse or come along this Friday between 8-9pm to the club .

Tickets are selling fast so don’t delay .

NA GAEIL U14:We played a friendly game V An Ghaeltacht away in our first game of the year on Sunday with the sides level at the final whistle 3-07 apiece.

It certainly was great to see the panel players that togged out for the game all competing to impress the big support that travelled out to see the lads in action.

We played with the traditional strong West Kerry breeze in the first half but conceded 3 soft goals and were down 5 at half time.

The second half was much more promising and we played with a little more passion to score score 2 goals and a point in the final 10 minutes to earn a deserved draw.

We hope to have another challenge game next Sunday. Thanks to the home team for the refreshments after the game.

Mathew Burke, Adam Burke, Jack Bourke, Jack O Brien, Jack Sheehan, Jimmy O Sullivan, Enda O Connor, Cian Devine, Tomas Hanifin, Tadgh Lynch, Ruiri O Sullivan, Johnaton McCarthy, Darragh Reen, John Kelliher, Seamus Harty, Liam Rice, Tom Walsh, Devon Burns.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €8,600  took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 5,11,15 23.

There was no winner.  €50 winners were Maria O Connor Sewan Brick €25 Winners were  Micheal Forrest,Paddy Morris,John Herbert Maria O Connor .Next week’s lotto is worth €8,700 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm.

This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow.

Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

CELEBRATION DANCE: Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015.

The  band Heart and Soul will have you on the dance floor all night and our Senior and Junior team will be presented with their medals. €35 per person, tickets now on sale in clubhouse.

CROKE  PARK DRAW: Please return all tickets (sold or unsold) to the Clubhouse Bar or to Donal Lucey on or before this Friday 23rd.

Tickets must be with County Board by Monday 26th to be included in the Draw on February 27th. Thanks to all sellers and those who purchased tickets.

CONGRATULATIONS: To Jack Barry,who has been selected to play for Kerry Senior team and under 21 team over the last few weeks.

LOTTO: The draw for the jackpot of €8,500 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 3,17,18 19.There was no winner.

€50 winners were Frank Hayes Eamonn O Neill.€25 were  Barry Crean, Neilus Dore ,Tara O Connell Mary Mc Quinn.Next week’s lotto is worth €8,600  all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

UNWANTED GIFTS: Please donate any unwanted Christmas gifts to our Bingo,where they will be put to good use as raffle prizes every Monday night.leave in clubhouse for attention of Niamh.

AGM: NA GAEIL AGM was held last Friday night.Members observed a moment of silence in memory of all members who passed away during the year.

Our secretary Eamonn Browne and our Chairman Tim Lynch both gave a most comprehensive report of all the clubs activities and achievements, which there were many over the last year.

Special mention and thanks was given to Mary Maunsell our outgoing treasurer,after sixteen years of dedication to Na GAEIL.

The Na Gaeil Senior and Ladies teams were commended for the successes achieved over the year. Tim Lynch thanked all mentors coaches mangers and supporters for their efforts,he also thanked all involved in fundraising for the club lotto, Bingo race night etc. also thanks was given to those who came out and supported these events.

Sean O Connor and his team were thanked for their hard work and how the clubhouse and facilities always look so well. Our Chairman had the last word by finally thanking all who contributed in any way, large or small to the success of the club.

THANK YOU: To Mary Maunsell for all her hard work as treasurer over the last sixteen years,your dedication to the club is greatly appreciated.Most certainly left very big shoes to fill!

NATIONAL GAA Draw: In association with Croke Park, Na Gaeil are participating in a Monster 15 Prize Draw for prizes including All Star trips, trip to New York,€ 1,500 travel voucher, 2 € 1,000 shopping vouchers and hurling and football All Ireland packages etc. Draw will take place in February.

Tickets are € 10 each and are available from any Executive Member or in the Club Bar.

CELEBRATION DANCE: Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015. €35 per person,tickets now on sale in clubhouse.

JUVENILE AGM: Will be held Thursday the 15th at 8.30pm in clubhouse. All Welcome.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €8,400 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 1, 15, 16 19. There was no winner.  €50 winner were Tim Coakley Gunther Stich.€25 Winners were  Tony Crosbie, Maureen Creedon, Tim Scannell  Tadhg O Neill. Next week’s lotto is worth €8,500 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

UNWANTED GIFTS: Please donate any unwanted Christmas gifts to our Bingo, where they will be put to good use as raffle prizes every Monday night. Leave in clubhouse for attention of Niamh.

HAPPY NEW YEAR:  A very happy and prosperous New Year to all our members.

AGM: Friday 9th of January at 8.30pm.All welcome.

NATIONAL GAA Draw :In association with Croke Park, Na Gaeil are participating in a Monster 15 Prize Draw for prizes including All Star trips , trip to New York, €1,500 travel voucher, 2 €1,000 shopping vouchers and hurling and football All Ireland packages etc. Draw will take place in February.

Tickets are € 10 each and are available from any Executive Member or in the Club Bar.

CELEBRATION DANCE: Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015. €35 per person.

LOTTO: The draw for the jackpot of €8,300 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 1, 3, 8, 20. There was no winner.  €50 winners were Ciaran Donovan Alan O Connor.€25 Winners were  Jonny Maunsell, Mary O Mahony, Pauline Fitzmaurice, Aidan O Connor. Next week’s lotto is worth €8,400 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

GOLF: We played in Castlegregory on Monday the 29th in our annual golf outing. We had a nice breezy dry day with a great turnout. There was plenty of good golf played with the course in great shape. Thanks to Castlegregory for a great welcome and to Sean and staff who laid out some fine food for us for our prize giving.

Scores were very close on the day but overall winners  were Richie Barrett, Mike Barrett and Barry O Donoghue with a net score of 65 winning by 1 shot. Nearest the pin was Barry O Donoghue, longest drive was closely contested but Dan Lucey won it in the end. Well done to everyone who particpated.

SYMPATHY: Sincere sympathy to Mary O Mahony and family  on the death of Seamus O Mahony Monavalley.May he rest in peace.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO: Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo

HAPPY NEW YEAR

A very happy and prosperous New Year to all our members.

NATIONAL GAA Draw

In association with Croke Park, Na Gaeil are participating in a Monster 15 Prize Draw for prizes including All Star trips , trip to New York,€ 1,500 travel voucher, 2 € 1,000 shopping vouchers and hurling and football All Ireland packages etc. Draw will take place in February. Tickets are € 10 each and are available from any Executive Member or in the Club Bar.

CELEBRATION DANCE

Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015. €35 per person.more details to follow.

NOLLAIG SHONA:Wishing all our members peace and happiness for Christmas and the new year.

NATIONAL GAA DRAW: In association with Croke Park, Na Gaeil are participating in a Monster 15 Prize Draw for prizes including All Star trips , trip to New York,€ 1,500 travel voucher, 2 € 1,000 shopping vouchers and hurling and football All Ireland packages etc. Draw will take place in February. Tickets are € 10 each and are available from any Executive Member or in the Club Bar.

CELEBRATION DANCE:Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015. €35 per person.more details to follow.

NA GAEIL SENIOR LADIES: Na Gaeil Ladies awards night was on last Saturday night with our Seniors collecting their medals for their Mary Jo Curran Cup Final win over Corca Dhuibhne. There was a great attendance for the night along with the Mna Na Gaeil team collecting their medals for their recent game against Beaufort in aid of Crumlin Hospital. Seamus Moriarty , Mickey Griffin , John Barry and Emer Foley collected awards for their service to the club.

CONGRATULATIONS:To Nora O Connell and Sarah Quigley who have made it into the Kerry U16 team.

GOLF:Na Gaeil Annual Golf Outing is on Monday the 29th in Castlegregory. Tee times start at 9.30.
List is in the bar or contact Eddie 0876791460

AGM:To be held on Friday the 9th January 2015.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €7,900 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 4,14,16 28 There was no winner.  €50 winners were Catherine Cu€25 Winners were Pat Slattery,Maggie Kinsella/Billy O Donovan,Phill Quirke,Frank and Maeve O Reilly.Next week’s lotto is worth €8,000 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

NATIONAL GAA DRAW: In association with Croke Park, Na Gaeil are participating in a Monster 15 Prize Draw for prizes including All Star trips , trip to New York,€ 1,500 travel voucher, 2 € 1,000 shopping vouchers and hurling and football All Ireland packages etc. Draw will take place in February. Tickets are € 10 each and are available from any Executive Member or in the Club Bar.

CELEBRATION DANCE: Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015. €35 per person.more details to follow.

NA GAEIL SENIOR LADIES:Christmas night out and medal Presentation on Saturday 20th December in club at 9 pm.Music and food on the night.

EXECUTIVE: Executive meeting Thursday,the 11th at 8:30pm

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €7,900 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 3,4 15 16.There was no winner.  €50 winners were Catherine Curran Sean Murphy.€25 Winners were Pat Slattery,Maggie Kinsella/Billy O Donovan,Phill Quirke,Frank and Maeve O Reilly.Next week’s lotto is worth €8,000 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO:Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

NATIONAL GAA DRAW

In association with Croke Park, Na Gaeil are participating in a Monster 15 Prize Draw for prizes including All Star trips , trip to New York,€ 1,500 travel voucher, 2 € 1,000 shopping vouchers and hurling and football All Ireland packages etc.

Draw will take place in February. Tickets are € 10 each and are available from any Executive Member or in the Club Bar.

CONGRATULATIONS

To our senior team and management on winning the Fair Play award as the most disciplined team of 2014. Well done to all.

MNA NA GAEIL

Na Gaeil v Beaufort in aid of Crumlin Hospital. We played  Beaufort ladies on Sunday in Beaufort in aid of Crumlin Hospital. This was another good cause and we had a great turnout despite having a few of our players away.

It was a very tight first half with Sandra starting in goals and making some fine saves. Rosemarie , Mary Sheehy and Siobhan stood strong on the back line. Blaithnaid and Maeve were on the wingbacks with Susan making plenty of runs from the centre.

Caroline Dillane and Marguerite were working hard in midfield. Denise, Caroline Harrington and Tracey were battling in the half forward line. With Helen, Fiona and Sharon making runs looking for the ball. As we had a lot of players, some of ours helped Beaufort with Sorcha and Mairead leading the line and having a great battle with our backs.

Cait worked hard on the wing. Amy was making life hard for Blaithnaid with her runs. Mary O Connor and Heather were staying very tight on their players as well. Noelle started her first game in goals and did not concede any goals in the first half, which we were down by a point at that stage.

We played much more attacking football in the second which enabled Mary O Connor to score a goal for us( even though she was playing with Beaufort).

With only a couple of minutes to go, the ball found its way to Maeve in the forwards, she turned , hopped the ball and buried into the back of the net to help us to win by 1 point.

Well done to everyone that played and to those that made their debuts, the 2 Carolines, Mairead, Cait and Fiona.Thanks to our supporters who travelled on the day,  thanks must also go to Anna and Troy for helping on the sideline and to Mike Healy for inviting us. It was a most enjoyable day and for a great cause.

Mna Na Gaeil Team ;  Amy Slattery, Anna Sheehy, Blaithnaid Coakley,  Heather Shanahan , Cait Griffin, Caroline Dillane,  Mary O Connor, Denise Burns, Fiona Goggins, Helen Sugrue,Maeve Murphy, Marguerite Maunsell, Mairead Keane O Connor, Mary Sheehy, Rosemarie Mc Garty, Noelle Kingston, Sandra Hayes , Siobhan Quigley, Sharon Roche, Sorcha O Sullivan, Susan Fernane, Tracy Heaphy, Caroline Harrington

WELL DONE

The ladies club congratulates Shauna Heaslip on her fabulous achievement of being selected for the Irish U23 national cross country team. We wish Shauna the best of luck in her training and upcomming national team events.

AGM JUVENILE

The Bord na nÓg Juvenile  AGM in Club  at 9.30pm the  4th of December.All welcome especially those who wish to help in any way next year.

CELEBRATION DANCE

Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel, Saturday the 7th of February 2015. €35 per person. More details to follow.

LOTTO

The draw for the jackpot of €7,800 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 3,9,14 26.There was no winner.  €50 winners were John Lawler Dick Carmody.€25 Winners were Tim Slattery Der Reen,Donal Daly Rupert Swan.Next week’s lotto is worth €7,900 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS

Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO

Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

RACE NIGHT

Fancy a racy night? Well,come to Na GAEIL Saturday November 22nd parade ring opens at 8.30pm horses, owners , jockeys and the odd gambler welcome.

€100 prize for best dressed Lady. €100 prize for best hat. Gentleman’s hamper for best dressed Man. Gentleman’s hamper for best hat . This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club.

MNA NA GAEIL:

Mna Na Gaeil v Kerry Garda Ladies, Carmel O Connor Memorial Shield.

We played our first game as a team against Kerry Garda Ladies in a charity game in aid of Kerry Palliative Care in Killeen on Saturday.

We had huge support from the sideline with friends and family there. We were missing a few players with Caroline, Agnes, Cait and Fiona not being able to make it.

Anna and Noelle who were both out injured helped us on the sideline. Brid started in goals with Rosemarie, Joan and Siobhan in the full back line having to work very hard to try and halt their attacks early on, with the Garda ladies getting a couple of early goals.

Blaithnaid, Sorcha, Susan, Mary O Connor and Liz in the half back line were working hard trying to get control of the ball, Marguerite and Rosalind were doing a lot of running and having to do a lot of tackling in midfield.

Melissa, Denise, Mary Ross and Amy were back trying to help midfield in the early stages. Mary Sheehy , Maeve and Sharon were being marked tightly in the full forward line.

It took us a while to try and get used to the style of play and the first half was over very quickly. We gathered ourselves at half time and managed to dominate possession, Helen and Heather went into the full forward line and started to cause trouble.

Joan was excelling at full back with Sandra and Tracey making it tougher for the Garda to get through. Catherine went into goals and did very well there.

Brenda and Mairead were hustling and allowing Susan to be able to carry the ball forward and cause trouble. Liz and Deirdre were working the wings well, and with our forwards making some good runs, this enabled us to win a penalty which Susan despatched into the top corner.

Susan followed this up with another couple of points with Melissa scoring a fine point as well. Brid helped out in midfield and made some great catches which allowed Mags and Rosalind to get forward.

Unfortunately due to the good start that the Garda Ladies got, we ran out of time and lost by a scoreline of 3.03 to 1.04.

We had a great game once we got used to the pace. This was the girls first game and did really  well as the game went on. It’s very hard to pick out any particular player as everyone on the field gave 110%  and played in a great spirit, so well done to the team and thanks to everyone who supported Kerry Palliative Care on the day.

Thanks must go to Sean and Jackie for food after the game, Johnny for the pitch and cameraman Brian. Thanks to Seamus Moriarty and Liz Twomey for organising the game for such a great cause.

Mna Na Gaeil Team ; Agnes Sheehy, Amy Slattery, Anna Sheehy, Blaithnoid Coakley, Brid Rath, Heather Shanahan , Cait Griffin, Caroline Dillane, Catherine O Connor, Mary O Connor, Denise Burns, Fiona Goggins, Helen Sugrue, Joan Casey, Liz Conway, Maeve Murphy, Marguerite Maunsell, Mairead Keane O Connor, Mary Sheehy,Mary Ross, Melissa Hurley, Rosemarie Mc Garty, Noelle Kingston, Brenda Collins, Rosalind Fitzgerald, Sandra Hayes , Siobhan Quigley, Sharon Roche, Sorcha O Sullivan, Susan Fernane, Tracy Heaphy, Deirdre Lynch

EXECUTIVE

Meeting this Thursday in club at 9pm.

LOTTO

The draw for the jackpot of €7, 600 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 6,7 22 26.There was no winner.  €50 winners Angela Moloney Tony Milner €25 winners were  Denise O Leary,Gunther Siech,Mary O Mahony Bernie Canty .Next week’s lotto is worth €7,700 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS

Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO

Hope to see you there Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo

RACE NIGHT

Na Gaeil is once again organizing an all-sponsored Race Night in its clubhouse on Saturday 22nd November at 8 30pm.

The proceeds will go towards catering for our increasing membership,we now cater for over 500 players at all age groups female and male.

This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. There will a prize for best dressed  Lady and of course best dressed Gent.we also have a fabulous prize for the best hat.so get dressed up and join in the fun.

Please support by buying a horse, from any officer or in the clubhouse, or by taking out an advertisement.

AWARDS NIGHT

Na Gaeil U11, 12, 13 and 14 boys had their awards night in the clubhouse on Friday last in the company of All Ireland winners Paul Geaney (Dingle) Senior, our own Andrew Barry Minor and Dylan Burke Minor B hurling.

Tim Lynch Chairman of Bord Na nOg welcomed all present and spoke about the successful year the boys had on the field.

He also highlighted the importance of friendships made in the Club and the participation of all in what happens on and off the field.

Paul Geaney spoke about the importance of pride in the Club and the community feel that Na Gaeil has.

He said that the lads had a lot to be proud of in Na Gaeil both because of the success on the field and the role the Club plays in the community providing numerous activities for all ages.

The U11 boys were first to be presented with their medals acknowledging a great season of participation in numerous go-games.

The U 12 boys received  Co League Div 2 winners medals and Central League Div 1 winners medals.

The U13 boys received winners medals for the Town League Div 1 and Town Championship having already received Rose Cup winners medals.The U14 boys relieved winners medals for Div 2 Central League and Town Board .

We are very grateful to Paul,Andrew and Dylan for being in our company for the evening and standing in for numerous photographs.This was a fantastic season for all involved !

Thanks to all the boys for their commitment ,the trainers for giving their time so freely and  all the parents for their interest.

Thanks to Sean ,Jackie and all the staff in the Clubhouse for helping make it such a memorable night!We will come back refreshed next year and hopefully build on the success we had this year!

NA GAEIL U8

Well done to all our U-8 players who have been part of our team since the start of the year.

They started their season with indoor skills in the Tralee Sports Complex on Sundays in January and moved outdoors in March.

We played in the town blitzes fielding 3 teams and also started training on Thursdays in May.

We had games every second Sunday and played over 12 different teams during the season.

The under 8s skills improved immensely during the year after 55 sessions in total between training and games, all done with loads of fun and enjoyment.

The players & parents would like to thank sincerely all our coaches especially Barry O’Donoghue, Ger Doyle and JJ Canty.

So if you were born in 2007 or 2008 why not join us in the Tralee Sports Complex in January or outdoors in Na Gaeil from March. There might even be delicious iced buns after Sunday trainings.

SENIOR LADIES

Mna Na Gaeil play Kerry Garda Ladies in the Carmel O Connor Memorial Shield in aid of Kerry Pallative Care on Saturday the 15th at 2pm in Na Gaeil.

Entrance €5, this is for a great cause and your support on the day would be most welcome.

MASS

Our annual Mass for deceased members took place on last Thursday week in the clubhouse.A big thank you to Fr Gerard For a lovely thoughtful mass.

And to our chairman Tim Lynch for his  words, on the importance of remembering members who have passed away,it is because of them that we have such a wonderful club today.

Thank you to all the readers and to all who brought the treats for the cup of tea after.it was great to see so many stay on for the chat and catch up with old friends.

LOTTO

The draw for the jackpot of €7, 500 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 6,15,23 25There was no winner.  €50 winners were Jim and Renee Fitzgibbon Mossy Lane €25 winners were Fr Padraig Walsh,Denis Henry,Pat O Connor Pat Mc Laughlin .Next week’s lotto is worth €7,600 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS

Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO

Hope to see you there Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo

CONGRATULATIONS : Well done and Congratulations to senior management and panel on gaining promotion to Division Three, as champions and unbeaten. Well done to all concerned.

RACE NIGHT:Na Gaeil is once again organizing an all-sponsored Race Night in its clubhouse on Saturday 22nd November at 8 30pm.

The proceeds will go towards catering for our increasing membership,we now cater for over 500 players at all age groups female and male.This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club.

There will a prize for best dressed  Lady and of course best dressed Gent.we also have a fabulous prize for the best hat.so get dressed up and join in the fun.

Please support by buying a horse, from any officer or in the clubhouse, or by taking out an advertisement.

NA GAEIL LADIES:Na Gaeil Ladies v Kerins O Rahillys , U14 Tralee Town league Semi Final.

We played Kerins O Rahillys on Tuesday in Strand Rd. Abi started in goals for us with Amii, Grainne and Maura in the full-back line.

Clodagh, Dearbhla and Ciara worked hard in the half back line trying to support midfield. Sophie, Brid and Caragh played in the full forward line, creating chances and making some great space. Kay, Jadyn and Roisin were being marked tightly.

We lost Mary early in the game for a while after a clash of heads, which earned her a nice shiner. Jadyn moved into midfield scoring 2 points alongside Meagan who scored 1-01, where they had to work very hard to try and contain Rahillys. We got to half time, leading by a small margin.

We made a few changes, Muireann went into goals, Abi and Ciara into full forward line, with Abi getting herself a goal, and Ciara scoring 1-01. Mary came back on, scoring 3.01 and found a lot of space and some great passes from Kay, Jadyn and Meagan.

Rahillys were still proving themselves dangerous and earned themselves a penalty. Despite Muireann getting a hand to the ball from the penalty, she could keep it out of the net. We finished the game strongly, and looked forward to the Final Against Stacks.
Na Gaeil Ladies v Austin Stacks, U14 Tralee Town league A Final.

Na Gaeil hosted the A and B final in Killeen on Saturday evening. John Mitchels beat Kerins O Rahillys in the B final. We were the second game to be played in dry but very windy conditions.

We started brightly with Meagan scoring an early point. Mary followed with another point. Jadyn had a couple of close misses hitting the upright twice. Meagan followed on this with a point from a 45.

Sibeal who came back from injury, scored herself a point also. Stacks were always dangerous on the break, with a lot of pace through their team, where they managed to get a few scores.Meagan scored another 2 points before half time.

Despite playing the first half with the wind, we did not take advantage and we went in at half time level. Our second half was going to be tough, with Stacks having the strong wind and some strong kickers to use the wind to good effect. We knew the second half was going to be tough.

Stacks scored a goal and couple of points early in the second half and had the lead but as  happened all year, this team of girls do not know when to give up, and despite the odds, we started to regain possession, started to take the game to them.

With our defenders Amii and Maura winning and fighting for every ball and Ria clearing up any loose balls. Ciara who scored 1-01 in the forwards, came into goals for the last 15 mins to help set up attacks from the backs.

Grainne who worked tirelessly in marking Molly Carroll and did a magnificent job for the team. Dearbhla, Clodagh in the half back line defended with their lives with Muireann in the centre helping her defence and making some great runs forward. Sophie, Brid and Roisin were marked tightly in the full forward line but still managed to make room and get a few shots in.

Caragh came on and had a couple of great shots but was unlucky.  Our half forwards Abi, Sibeal and Kay were making runs, blocks, scoring and earning free kicks from their movements.

And with Jadyn, Mary and Meagan getting forward and back to help out in defence and attack, we were getting back on top. Jadyn and Meagan were combining well which enabled Jadyn to get a couple of crucial points to keep us within touching distance. Mary made another run from midfield, scoring a point and leaving us a point down.

With about 5 mins to go, Muireann won the ball on the half back line, passed it to Meagan, who made one of her surging runs from midfield, weaving this way and that way, she pushed right, cut back inside and left off a ferocious shot which gave the keeper no chance.

Jadyn settled us with our last point of the game and with Stacks trying to force their way in for a goal, our defence stood strong with Stacks having to settle for a point instead. Ciara kicked the ball out and the whistle was blown for full time.

Our supporters erupted on the sideline, after another exciting free flowing game of football. Well done to all the girls who have had a great year, who have worked hard in training and have gotten their just rewards for their efforts and their never giving up attitude.

This was also the last game for our U14’s this year and i would like to wish to those that are moving up to U16’s the very best and to the U14’s that will be playing U14 the very best also for next year.

I would like to thank all the parents for bringing the girls to training, for their support throughout the year. I would also like to thank Sean and staff for looking after us whenever we came back to the club. I would also like to thank Troy for all his help throughout the year as well. Thanks Eddie.

U14 Team 2014 ; Aimee Kerins, Ciara Gaynor, Ria Walsh, Muireann Moriarty, Mary O Connell, Meagan Sheehy, Kay Barry, Jadyn Lucey, Sibeal Casey, Brid Sinnott, Dearbhla Quirke, Clodagh O Connor, Grainne Early, Abi Casey, Caragh O Neill, Sophie Lowham, Maura Adams, Roisin Collins, Michelle Doody, Erika O Sullivan.

Na GAEIL U 8:Our boys will have training as usual next Sunday at 11am. All players are reminded not to forget their mouth-guard.

CONGRATULATIONS To Ardfert on winning the Intermediate Championship on Sunday last with a good win over Spa.

BEST WISHES: To neighbours Austin Stacks on Sunday next in County Final.

SYMPATHY:Sincere sympathy is offered to the Curran family,on the death of Paul Curran. May he rest in peace.

LOTTO:The draw for the jackpot of €7,200 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 7,14 15 17 There was no winner.  €50 winners were Pat O Connor Dr D B Rao.€25 were Kevin Lucey/Melissa Hurley,Ailghe Ni Dhalaigh,Pat Slattery Paul Lucey.Next week’s lotto is worth €7,300 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO: Na Gaeil bingo will be doing an October Bonanza. Mega door prize each week. Many spot prizes to be won at half time.

Our house prizes increase for games 3. 6 and 9 from €45 to €6O. Weekly Jackpot guaranteed €15O.

Accumulative Jackpot in play each week. Great night at Na Gaeil bingo each Monday night. Hope to see you there Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm.

This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo

NA GAEIL SENIOR

Na Gaeil faced St Pats in the semi-final of the Brendan’s Championship.

Played in Killeen in ideal weather conditions it  was the home side who registered the first score, but it was to be St Pats who enjoy the best of the exchanges in the opening fifteen minutes building up a lead of 01-03 to 00-02. The visitors failed to capitalise on their good start and were reeled in by a determined Na Gaeil side intent on maintaining their recent run of good luck.

Na Gaeil went into the break with a three point advantage on a score line of 00-10 to 01-04.Na Gaeil started the second half superbly extending their lead with fine scores from Darren Burns, scoring three points in quick succession from difficult angles.

Despite St Pats missing a late penalty Na Gaeil had the game pretty much rapped up with the likes of Kieran Donovan and Ross Culloty being superb trough out. Na Gaeil won out on a score line of 00-21 to St Pats 01-11.

Tim Culloty, Ross Culloty, Kieran Dineen, Paul Daly, Richie Barrett, Eoin Doody, Andrew Barry, Jack Barry, Dave Culloty, Kieran O’Donovan, Eoin Daly, Jamie Lowham, Dara Carmody, Darren Burns, Jack Carmody, Cormac Sheehy. We play the winners of Churchill v Ardfert.

ST BRENDAN’S MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP

A district minor championship will be played in one day on Monday the 27th of October 2014.​Na Gaeil v Ardfert Monday 27th October 2014 @ 12 noon at Killeen. John Mitchels v Churchill Monday 27th October 2014 @ 12 noon at Ballyseedy. Final 2.30pm Venue Killeen.

NA GAEIL U8

Our boys will have training as usual next Sunday at 11am. All players are reminded not to forget their mouth-guard.

NA GAEIL LADIES V LISTOWEL U14 Div 1Final: After our very busy week, we played Listowel in the North Kerry Final in Ballyduff on Wednesday evening.

We were missing Sibeal and Erika through injury, wishing them a speedy recovery. This was going to be a close game with Listowel being a strong physical side with a lot of pace through their team.

Abi started in goals for us, giving us some good kickouts. We were a bit nervous at the start, and took us a bit of time to adjust to their physical approach,which helped Listowel to a very good start.

They got fast ball up to their forwards, and got some very early scores. Ria, Grainne and Maura were being pulled all over the field from their full back positions, which enabled Listowel to take advantage of the space.

Ciara, Muireann and Dearbhla had also to chase their players, but they fought for every ball. Mary and Meagan were in midfield and did some fierce running from box to box with Jadyn, Kay and Clodagh having to come back and help our defence.

Brid, Roisin and Aimee could not get within a breath away from their markers. Mary got us a point  with Jadyn grabbing another 2 points just before the end of the first half.

We were down 2.05 to 0.03 points at half time, despite the score line, we had hit the cross bar and posts and were unlucky to down by 8 points.

We talked at half time and came out in the second half a more positive attacking attitude and took the game to Listowel.

We made a couple of changes, bringing on Caragh, Sophie and bringing Abi out of goals. Abi won a high ball in near the box, took on 2 players and blasted it into the back of the net.

The comeback was on. Jadyn made another run , interchanging passes with Meagan and Mary, and scored another great goal. Our forwards were making so many runs, we had Listowel at sixes and sevens.

Abi scored another point with Jadyn following up with one as well.Jadyn got us another point, with Muireann making a great run from defence and scoring a great point.

Listowel scored another couple of points and were still ahead by 5 points when Kay made another great run into the box and was pulled down and won us a penalty, Jadyn struck it lovely but hit crossbar and over for a point. 4 points down, 6 mins to go. From the resulting kick out, Meagan won the ball, feed it to Jadyn and she scored another point.

Listowel got  the ball out fast and found one of their players on the 40 with only keeper to beat,Ciara came out to meet the ball and player and got a slight touch on the ball, but it was on its way into the net except for Muireann who made a sprint from the halfway line, passed her keeper and scooped the ball off the line.

Muireann then got the ball to Kay, who in turn found Jadyn, who made another fantastic run and scored a goal with a scorcher of a shot. 3 points up with 3 mins to go. We fought to the end not letting any Listowel player room or space to try and score.

We won the game on a scoreline of 3-08 to 2-08. Our defenders Dearbhla, Muireann, Maura, Ria, Ciara and Grainne were exceptional with their robust defending, not letting any players past.

Mary and Meagan never stopped running and working throughout the whole game and were shattered after it. And our movement from our forwards Brid, Roisin, Caragh, Sophie, Abi, Kay , Aimee and the work rate from Jadyn was exceptional.

We won by 3 points in the end with probably the best display of attacking football, hard work and sheer desire we have seen this year.

All parents should be proud of all the players. Thanks to Sean and staff for helping the girls celebrate after the game and thanks to the parents and supporters who came to the game. It was the positive support from the stands that also helped the girls to keep fighting till the end.

Team ; Aimee Kerins, Ciara Gaynor, Ria Walsh,Muireann Moriarty, Mary O Connell, Meagan Sheehy, Kay Barry, Jadyn Lucey, Brid Sinnott, Dearbhla Quirke, Clodagh O Connor, Grainne Early, Abi Casey, Caragh O Neill, Sophie Lowham, Maura Adams, Roisin Collins.

CELEBRATION DANCE

Our dinner dance will be held in the Meadlowlands hotel Saturday the 7th of February 2015 €35 per person.more details to follow.

ART COMPETITION

Calling all our Junenville artists,to design a poster, that will printed on our celebration dance ticket. Theme, Na GAEIL LETS CELEBRATE .Please leave entries behind the bar with name/phone number. Closing date 25th Oct.Prize Art set
SYMPATHY

Sincere sympathy is offered  Paudie  Moriarty  and family, on the death of his father James Moriarty, Oakpark West, & formerly of Fenit and to  Mike O’Reilly and daughter Megan & family on the death of his wife Noreen O’Reilly late of The Grove, Mounthawk.

LOTTO

The draw for the jackpot of €7,100 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 13,17,18 27There was no winner.  €50 winners were  Maria Creegan Mary Farrell.€25 winners  Denis O Dowd,John Murphy Kevin Lucy Niall O Meara.Next week’s lotto is worth €7,200 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS

Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO

Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.

NA GAEIL LADIES: Na Gaeil v Kerins O Rahillys, Tralee Town League U16 Final

We played Kerins O’Rahillys in the final at Killeen on Monday in a very exciting game. This was going to be a very tight game as we were missing a few girls through sickness and injury.

Aimee started in goals for us with our Captain Eimear starting at full back and Blaithnoid and Maura in the corners. They were kept very busy making sure that their forwards got very little space.

Sarah, Ciara and Ria played on the half back line but got very little time to go forward as Rahillys forwards gave them no space. Nora and Nessa had to work hard in midfield against a big strong Rahillys midfield. Meagan and Jadyn were marked tightly for the first half as were our full forwards Brid, Caoimhe and Clodagh.

It was a very tight first half with Rahillys scoring 4 points but Kay who started at centre half forward had a superb first half with some great running and earning herself 1-01 for her hard work. It was all level at half time, we missed a few chances but started the second half brightly.

Grainne came in at the backs and won some great ball. Jadyn started to find the space and scored a couple of early points, Sarah made a couple of great runs and earned herself a point.

Meagan and Nora scored another point each. Rahillys still did not give up scoring a couple of goals and points. Brid went into goals at half time and made some super saves and her fast kickouts started all our attacks again.

We were up by a point going into injury time, Rahillys made a burst through the centre and scored a goal for them to lead by 2 points with seconds left, but as per usual, we have a team that do not know when to give up.

Sarah won the ball in our backs and got the ball to Jadyn, who picked out Meagan superbly on the 40. Our Supporters let her know that we needed a goal, she ran from the 40, twisted and turned through 4 or 5 players, got into about 8 yards from goal and buried it into the back of the net.

The sideline erupted with joy. The final whistle was blown not long after. It was a joy to watch this game for all supporters as it was end to end, great attacking football, along with never say die attitude. Well done to Captain Eimear and her team.

Team ; Aimee Kerins, Blaithnoid O Connor, Eimear Nolan, Maura Adams, Sarah Quigley, Ciara Gaynor, Ria Walsh, Nessa Mc Garty, Nora O Connell, Meagan Sheehy, Kay Barry, Jadyn Lucey, Brid Sinnott, Caoimhe Hanafin, Clodagh O Connor, Grainne Early.

Na Gaeil Ladies v Austin Stacks, North Kerry League U14 Div 1.

We played away to Austin Stacks on Wednesday evening. A bright evening with a slight breeze. We had a few early chances with Brid, Caragh and Roisin in the full forward line but we could not take advantage, At the other end Stacks had Molly Carroll on fine form, scoring an early goal.

To which Jadyn scored a point with Meagan following up with another goal. Kay worked hard in the centre of half forwards and getting herself a fine point. Muireann (Captain) and Mary were being marked tight and were getting no space, Dearbhla, Grainne and Ciara were kept very busy and were sending some great balls forward.

Our full backs Sophie , Ria, Aimee and Clodagh were being run off their feet. Abi, who started in goals came ou and was unlucky not to get a couple of scores. But the game was down to a duel of scoring between Jadyn and Meagan against Molly. With Meagan scoring 4.02 and Jadyn scoring 2.05, but it was Molly that came out on top with scoring 6 goals herself, and setting up a few more scores for her team mates.

This was a fierce exciting game, not one for the faint-hearted but alas we lost to Stacks in the end. Well done to our players and to some of our younger players Caragh O Neill and Sophie Lowham who made their debuts for the U14’s.

Team ; Aimee Kerins, Ciara Gaynor, Ria Walsh,Muireann Moriarty, Mary O Connell, Meagan Sheehy, Kay Barry, Jadyn Lucey, Brid Sinnott, Dearbhla Quirke, Clodagh O Connor, Grainne Early, Abi Casey, Roisin Collins, Caragh O Neill, Sophie Lowham.

Na Gaeil Ladies v John Mitchels , North Kerry League U14 Div 1.

We played John Mitchels in Killeen on Friday night. We had a light drizzle of rain during the game.

Muireann and Dearbhla worked hard in the half back line allowing midfielders Meagan and Mary to get forward and support Jadyn and Clodagh. Brid, Roisin and Aimee (Captain) used the space in full forward line to great effect.

Grainne and Ciara kept things tight in the full back line with Abi starting in goals. Mary settled us with an early point, then with some fine long range points from Jadyn and a goal apiece from Muireann and Meagan, we took control of the game. Aimee finished the first half with a well worked point.

We made a few changes at half time with Abi coming out from goals, creating scores for her team mates. We got some more fine points from Brid, Meagan , Mary and Ciara, with a goal apiece coming from Clodagh and Grainne. All our girls played a great game of quick kick passing football, with each player having to work hard and play for each other. Well done girls.

Team ; Aimee Kerins, Ciara Gaynor,Muireann Moriarty, Mary O Connell, Meagan Sheehy, Jadyn Lucey, Brid Sinnott, Dearbhla Quirke, Clodagh O Connor, Grainne Early, Abi Casey, Roisin Collins.

Na Gaeil Ladies v Currow, North Kerry League U14 Div 1.

After a very busy week of football, we played at home to Currow on Sunday evening in torrid conditions. It was very wet and the field was fierce slippery.

If we could win this game, we were set for the final, with Meagan and Mary running midfield, Muireann and Dearbhla stopping all runs coming from midfield.

Grainne and Ria did not let any player near our goals with Currow having to take long kicks for points. Caragh got us a fine early goal along a goal apiece from Mary and Meagan as well. Kay and Clodagh were working the wings well allowing Jadyn the space to score another few points.

Aimee and Ciara(Captain) were unlucky not to get another couple of scores only for last ditch tackling. We were in control at half time, so we made a few changes with Brid,Sophie going into the forwards and caused plenty of havoc.

Dearbhla and Abi joined into the forwards and got themselves a point apiece. We got a few scores and finished the game strongly. We can now look forward to playing Listowel on Wednesday night in Ballyduff at 5.45 in the final. Well done to everyone in making the final.

Team; Aimee Kerins, Ciara Gaynor, Ria Walsh,Muireann Moriarty, Mary O Connell, Meagan Sheehy, Kay Barry, Jadyn Lucey, Brid Sinnott, Dearbhla Quirke, Clodagh O Connor, Grainne Early, Abi Casey, Caragh O Neill, Sophie Lowham.

NA GAEIL u8: Our lads took to the road last Sunday to play Churchill in a challenge game. We fielded 2 teams so again everyone got lots of game-time. Many thanks to the Churchill club for inviting us and for the refreshments they provided afterwards.

No training on Thursday nights from now on but see you all again on Sunday morning at 11am. Don’t forget to bring your mouth-guard.

GET WELL SOON: To Rory Murphy and Adam Burke who are recovering from knee injuries.

KERRY LEGENDS: Best of luck to Finuge GAA club who are hosting the Kerry Legends exhibition game and Gala Ball this Saturday 11th October.

The game will feature over 40 former Kerry greats who will kick off the day with an exhibition game at 14.30 at Finuge GAA pitch. Supporters will get the chance to see Kerry heroes from times past and watch them grace the field once more.

The game will be followed by a ball at The Listowel Arms at 19.30 where players will mingle with supporters and have a great night. This is an all ticket affair and tickets can be obtained from the following numbers 0877153059 / 0877703558. Prices are €5 children €10 adults for game and €50 for game and ball. Contact and details also through Finuge GAA facebook page.

LOTTO: The draw for the jackpot of €7,000 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 8,14,25 27. There was no winner. €50 winners were Tommo Burke Paudie Dinneen..€25 were Hilda Maher,Micheal Milner,Maureen Maher Mary O Mahoney .Next week’s lotto is worth €7,100, all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm

CARDS: Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO: Na Gaeil bingo will be doing an October Bonanza. Mega door prize each week. Many spot prizes to be won at half time. Our house prizes increase for games 3. 6 and 9 from €45 to €6O. Weekly Jackpot guaranteed €15O.

Accumulative Jackpot in play each week. Great night at Na Gaeil bingo each Monday night. Hope to see you there Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm.

This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club. Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who give their time to help run the bingo.

NA GAEIL SENIOR

In the second last game of the League campaign Na Gaeil extend their unbeaten run with a good away win against Cromane, played in ideal conditions.

Mike Griffin opened up Na Gaeil’s account with a superbly taken goal within minutes of the start, followed by a quick succession of points from Dara Carmody and Dave Culloty.

Thinks were looking ominous for Cromane when Kieran O’Donovan extended the visitors lead to seven when he goaled after a goal mouth scramble fell kindly to his feet and didn’t have to be asked twice to finish.

To the credit of the home side they battled hard and succeeded in reducing the deficit to three by half time. Cromane 0-07; Na Gaeil 2-04.

Despite their strong finish in the opening half Cromane were completely blitzed in the opening ten minutes ,outscored 1-05 to nothing, with Mike Griffin netting his second goal of the afternoon while Jack Barry, David Culloty and Dara Carmody chipped in for points, which in reality killed off the game as a contest.

A late goal by Jack Carmody and points from Dylan Seymour and Kieran O’Donovan mid- way through the second half added to the home side misery with the final score finishing Cromane 0-14; Na Gaeil 4-14.

Tim Culloty, Paul Daly, Kieran Dineen, Ross Culloty, Eoin Doody, Andrew Barry, Dara Sheehy, Jack Barry(0-1), Dan O’Connor(02), David Culloty(03), Dara Carmody(04), Kieran O’Donovan (1-02), Mike Griffin (2-01), Darren Burns, Jamie Lowham, Dylan Seymour(01), Jack Carmody(01-00), Eoin Daly, Rob Murphy, Tadhg O’Neill, Emmet Curran,

NA GAEIL U14

The U14 team played Churchill the final of the Town Board league last Thursday evening in Churchill. The teams had already met in the league phase of thecompetition and in the St Brendan’s championship final in recent weeks and Churchill came out on top on both occasions.

Knee injuries to Rory Murphy and Adam Burke meant that they could not play in the final but fortunately a number of other players were available for selection in their place.

Na Gaeil started the game brightly and had an early goal chance which Churchill managed to defend, however Dan Goggin opened the scoring from a resulting free after five minutes.

Robin McCarthy then followed up with a second point a minute later to extend Na Gaeil’s lead. The third score of the game came after thirteen minutes when Cillian Spillane scored another point from a free.

Na Gaeil continued to dominate the early exchanges and were very unlucky not to get a goal. Aaron Dewey made a great pass to Dan Goggin who chipped the goal keeper soccer style but unfortunately the ball clipped the cross bar and Na Gaeil had to be content with a point. Cillian Spillane got his second point of the game a minute later to put Na Gaeil five points ahead after fifteen minutes.

The Na Gaeil defenders were on top form and didn’t allow any scoring opportunities to the home side.

The forwards also continued their good form as the first half progressed and Robin McCarthy scored an excellent long range point to extend the lead. Churchill got their first score of the half after seventeen minutes but this was cancelled out by Robin McCarthy’s third point a minute later.

There were a few more chances created by both sides before half time but the only score came from Churchill which meant Na Gaeil lead at half time by 0-7 to 0-2.

Despite leading by five points at half time Na Gaeil knew that they would have to play even better in the second half if they were to win this match.

They got an early reminder when Churchill got the two first scores of the half in the opening minutes.However Na Gaeil didn’t panic and after five minutes Dan Goggin set up Robin McCarthy for their first score of the second period.

This score settled Na Gaeil and they began to dominate possession and further scores from Dan, Robin and John Ward meant that the lead was extended to seven points after thirteen minutes. As in the first half the Na Gaeil backs were winning their individual battles and restricted scoring opportunities for Churchill.

However Churchill got their third point of the half after fifteen minutes to keep them in contention. Na Gaeil then had a great chance to extend their lead but after doing everything right Dan Goggin’s goal attempt hit the cross bar and Churchill managed to clear the ball.

This let off encouraged the home side and they responded with the next two scores of the game. At this stage both sides believed that they could win the match but the crucial score came on the twenty first minute when Darragh Reen scored an opportunistic goal to give Na Gaeil a seven point lead as the game entered the closing stages.

Despite the deficit Churchill never gave up and scored a point from the kick out to reduce the lead. They were back in the game a minute later when they scored an excellent goal and another point on the twenty fourth minute meant that there was only two points between the teams.

However Na Gaeil were not going to let this game slip and defended bravely in the closing minutes to ensure that there would be no further scores and when the referee blew the final whistle the score was Na Gaeil 1-11 Churchill 1-9.

This was a hard fought but deserved victory. Despite losing the previous two game Na Gaeil knew that if they played to their potential they had a great chance of victory.

The back line of David Fitzgerald, Stephen Ryan, Seamus Harty and Lee Byrne kept their discipline and defended as a unit throughout the game and restricted gaol scoring opportunities for Churchill.

The half back line of Aaron Dewey, Damien Burke and Ruri 0’Sullivan (who gave his best performance of the season) kept a very dangerous half forward line quiet and also set number a number of counter attacks throughout the game.

At mid field Tadgh Lynch and Fergal Barry worked tirelessly during the match linking with the forwards and helping the back line when required.

The half forward line of John Ward, Cillian Spillane and Dan Goggin combined excellently and all contributed vital scores. Robin McCarthy was an excellent target at full forward and Jack Costello and David Boyle set up a number of score during the match.

The game is no longer a fifteen man game and all the subs introduced played their part. Darragh Reen came on in the first half and scored the vital goal and in the second half Conor Hayes, Jack Sheehan and Eoin Cahill all made vital contributions to the victory.

The Town Board trophy was presented to Captain Dan Goggin who thanked his team mates, mentors and Churchill on their fine performance.

Congratulations and well done to the entire panel for reaping the reward of the hard work since last January. This was a great way to end the season. We must also thank our supporters who turned out in great numbers once again to cheer on the team.

Panel: D Fitzgerald, L Byrne, S Harty, S Ryan, R O’Sullivan, D Bourke, A Dewey, F Barry, T Lynch, J Ward, C Spillane, D Goggin, J Costello, R McCarthy, D Boyle, D Reen, C Hayes, J Sheehan, E Cahill, D Healy, J O’Brien, D Burns, R Murphy, A Burke.
Mentors: M Burke, J Keating, J Prendergast, T Rooney D Ross.

NA GAEIL U8

Our lads took to the road last Sunday to play Firies in a challenge game. We fielded 2 teams so again everyone got lots of game-time.

Many thanks to the Firies club for inviting us. We will have training as usual on Thursday (2nd) at 6.30pm. Next Sunday we are away again when we travel to play Churchill in a challenge game.

All players are asked to be at Churchill pitch at 10.30am. All players are reminded not to forget their mouth-guard.

ANDREW BARRY

Our all Ireland winner was given a heros welcome last Saturday night in the club,he lifted the Tom Markham cup to rapturous applause from a proud and appreciate membership. There should be no doubt how highly an opinion is thought of this popular Na Gaeil and Kerry minor medal winner.

BAG PACK

This Saturday in Garveys between 10 and 6,if you can help text Tim 087
4184239. Funds for Junenile club Boys And Girls.

LOTTO

The draw for the jackpot of €6,900 took place on Tuesday evening last. Numbers drawn were 6,16,17 26.There was no winner. €50 winners were Marie O Connor Mark.€25 winners were Finian Browne,Peter O Driscoll,George Dennis Dermot Reen.Next week’s lotto is worth €7,000 all welcome for draw in club, each Tuesday at 10.30pm.

CARDS

Every Wednesday night in clubhouse. This is a very sociable occasion where you meet your friends for a great night’s entertainment and relaxation.

BINGO

Na Gaeil bingo is run every Monday night at the clubhouse in Killeen at 8.30pm. This is a vital fundraiser and 100% of the funds are reinvested back into the club.

Na Gaeil bingo has grown from strength to strength and continues to grow. Thanks to all the parents who often their time to help run the bingo.