Club Lotto

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €3000 in Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 10,18,27 & 29.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.      Gearoid Scanlon c/o Gala

2.      Noreen Walsh Curragraigue

3.      Kieran O Dwyer Lohercannon

4.      Maura Healy c/o Rock Inn

5.      Paddy O Sullivan Curraheen

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €3100 and the draw will take place on Monday night 31/07/2023 at 9:00 PM in Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy

U5

Well done to our under 5 players for putting the effort into training this week! We played fun evasion games, practiced ball skills & raced in teams on an obstacle course. Great effort from all ages in our tug of war to finish! Well done to Keanna & Archie for their efforts this week earning them the trophies!

Enjoy your short academy break for the next 2 weekends. don’t forget to cheer on for Kerry next Sunday!

U7/U8 Girls

A great morning for our U7 Boys who were joined by the U8 Girls for some fun mixed Go Games with Na Gaeil at home on Sunday! We had 20 players in total who showed some great skills and most importantly were all enjoying the game with their teammates!

Kerry fever was evident after the match as the kids swapped their red and white for the green and gold to show their support for the Kerry team next weekend! Thanks to Ollie, Rosalie, Paul, Mike, Norma, and Sharon for helping with the teams on Sunday and anyone else who helped out in any way!

U9

Well done to our U9 Boys who trained with the U8 & U10 Girls on Sunday. It was great to see such teamwork in the fun challenge game at the end of the session. Everybody wore their Kerry jerseys to Academy in support of Kerry in the All-Ireland Final next weekend.

Thanks again to our coaches Michèal, Noel & Kieran for their ongoing support every weekend! The Academy is now taking a well-deserved 2-week break and will return on Sunday Aug 13th!

U10 Girls

We had a great day on Sunday as our numbers were small, we joined up with the U9 boys and had an energetic session. The girls were able to compete with their male counterparts and an exciting match concluded the morning!

We also had great excitement and fun after with the jersey day photo shoot, to show our support for Kerry in next week’s all-Ireland!

U11

St Pats U-11’s were back training last Sunday in preparation for our upcoming matches. Bruce, Cian, Fionn, Darragh S and Noah F all put in a great effort.

It’s important all our players continue to attend our training sessions and also keep practicing the skills at home during the week. The fixtures for the central league have been circulated to parents and our training schedule for the week will be forwarded to parents shortly. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12 Girls

Training continued this week ahead of our next game on Tuesday evening away to Abbeydorney at 6.30pm!

U13

Our lads travelled to Castleisland last Sunday morning with a lot of absentees to take on the locals in the Central League. After a horrendous start for us conceding 1-4 in the opening 5 minutes, it was always going to be an uphill battle.

Desmonds were a much more physically imposing side, and they built up a comfortable lead in the first half. The second half saw a notable improvement by our lads, but we failed to take all the chances we created.

We had notable performances from Gearoid in Goals, Charlie who was very good in the full back line in the second half, Hugh who worked his socks off all game and Rylan up front who kicked the majority of our scores. We will train next Tuesday and Thursday with no game on Sunday due to the AIl Ireland final.

We have one remaining game in the group stage vs Castlegregory which is scheduled for Tuesday August 1st in Blennerville at 7pm. We want to wish a speedy recovery to our own Paddy Flynn who picked up a nasty ankle injury last Friday and will be out of action for a number of weeks.

U14 Girls

The U14 Girls have a busy week this week with two matches scheduled, first game on Monday 24th where we will play Finuge/St. Senan’s at home at 7pm followed by Thursday’s game at home against Castleisland Desmond’s also at 7pm!

U15

Our U15s are in action Monday night at 7pm in strand road vs Milltown.

We have a number of players and management involved in the Brendan’s u15 squad who are preparing for championship which begins on Wednesday August 2nd vs Eoghan Rua in Blennerville!

St Brendan’s Minors

St Brendan’s Minors had their first game of the Keane’s SuperValu Minor Football County Championship Group 3 Round 1 against St Kieran’s in Cordal on Monday 17th of July they came away with a win. St Brendan’s Minors Round 2 game they have been given a bye.

Good Luck

To Kerry who play in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final against Dublin at 3.30pm in Croke Park on Sunday 30th of July.

To Kerry Ladies who play in the TG4 All Ireland Senior Championship Semi Final against Mayo at 5pm in FBD Semple Stadium. Thurles on Saturday 29th of July.

Speedy Recovery

To Paddy Flynn who suffered a nasty ankle injury last Friday with our U13’s.

Congratulations

To Jordan Conway and his Crotta O Neills Teammates who qualified for the County Senior Hurling Championship Final against following their victory over Kilmoyley last weekend.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Jimmy Quirke Moyderwell and Brendan Costello Castlecountess.

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Club Lotto

Our Club Lotto took place on Monday night 17th of July please check our social media or local outlets for results. Club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Annual Mass

Annual Mass will take place in Annagh Cemetery this Friday 21st July at 7.30pm. All welcome to attend.

Cúl Camp

St Pats hosted another successful Cúl Camp this past week, the weather was not always favourable but that didn’t stop the kids having a fantastic week with their friends! Well done everyone who made this camp a memorable one for the kids!

Juvenile Academy

U5

Well done to the under 5 boys and girls who braved the weather for football training on the astroturf on Sunday! We dodged a few showers and practiced our skills running games. Coaches noticed how well both Kya and Finn joined in and listened to the coaches this week… very well done to them for earning our players of the week! Keep up the practice boys and girls. Hopefully, we will see you next Sunday morning before a 2 week break to our Academy.

U7

Well done to the brave souls that togged out on Sunday. Weather was not too bad after all and plenty of football played.

U8 Girls

Well done to all our brave U8 girls on a super effort on Sunday Morning through Sun and rain in the Go Games with Kerins O’Rahillys, we’re very proud of them.!!

Keep encouraging them at home too as it’s great to see them developing every week as their confidence builds. See you all again next week (possibly another game)! To be confirmed!

U9/U10 Girls

We had a great training session on Sunday morning where we had our u10 girls join us. Everyone was so excited ahead of the Kerry v Derry game and showed all their skills. After our fun games we had a brilliant match and for sure we have future Kerry stars.

U11

A large number of our U-11’s players participated in the Kellogg’s Cúl camp last week. There were a lot of tired bodies on Friday, but great fun was had by all, and it was great preparation for our upcoming central league. Training schedule and match fixtures, if received, for the week will be circulated to parents. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12 Girls

The Girls played at home against Castlegregory last Tuesday. It was a tough game, and the girls kept the pressure on from start to finish and were unlucky to lose by a single point.

The girls all played great, and we were very proud of their efforts. Onwards and upwards! Training continues this week with our next game fixed for Tuesday 25th, away to Abbeydorney B’s.

U13

Training continues for the boys this week ahead of our next game away to Castleisland Desmonds next Sunday.

U14 Girls

Training continues for the girls before our next game on Monday 24th at home to Finuge/St. Senan’s and on Thursday 27th we are at home to Castleisland Desmond’s!

St Brendan’s Minors

St Brendan’s Minors have their first game of the Keane’s SuperValu Minor Football County Championship Group 3 Round 1 against St Kieran’s in Cordal on Monday 17th of July at 7.30pm. St Brendan’s Minors Round 2 game they have been giving a bye.

Seniors

Our senior had one outstanding match from Tralee Town League, this match took place last Tuesday night in Blennerville against Ardfert. Breandan Savage scored the first point on the board, two points from Ardfert were quickly got.

Adam Hegarty put the ball over the bar to get his own point, Ardfert got two points and a goal to go ahead. With a point each from Breandan Savage and Martin Laucher we narrowed the gap, the opposition added a further two points to their tally.

With time ticking down Conor Enright got a point, but it was a beautiful pass from Cillian Lynch to Adam Hegarty that showed real teamwork with a goal. Breandan Savage added one final point to draw the game and end the first half. St Pats 1-06 Ardfert 1-06

Cillian Lynch added another point within a few minutes of the second half beginning, with Brian Murphy also adding his own point.  With a quick turnaround from Ardfert they put quick use of the ball to add two points to their scoring.

With five points scored unanswered from Martin Laucher, Breandan Savage, Cillian Lynch, Eoin Greaney and Damien Cronin we took the lead. In the 13th minute with Ardfert with the ball in hand heading towards the goals, a quick save form Trevor Farmer stopped it in its tracks.

Ardfert added another point, the excitement of the save was short lived as Ardfert once again had the ball, but this time made sure to rattle the back of the net. Eoin Greaney added one more point to the game before the final whistle blew. St Pats 1-14 Ardfert 2-09

Team: Trevor Farmer, Mike Doody, Conor Burke, Dylan Griffin, Martin Savage, Darragh Moriarty, Cillian Lynch, Brian Murphy, Liam Poff, Martin Laucher, Eoin Greaney, Conor Enright, Adam Hegarty, Breandan Savage, and Jack Lynch

Subs Used: Cillian O Riordan for Martin Savage, Gary Savage for Liam Poff, Paudi Bailey for Conor Enright, and Damien Cronin for Jack Lynch

Senior B’s

A busy week for our seniors this time it was our senior B’s who were playing in their Round 5 of the Development League against Cordal, the opposition opened the game with a point, and we replied with a point from Adam Hegarty.

Cordal dominated this half with two points and two very quick goals coming. Adam Hegarty put one more point for our scoring, this ended this half of the game. St Pats 0-02 Cordal 2-03

With changes of substitutes for this half and within only a few minutes and in need of any type of a score Jack Lynch dutifully put the ball past the Cordal goalkeeper it brought us within four points, Cordal replied with their own goal and two points which stretched the lead again in their favour.

Adam Hegarty and Liam O Sullivan each got their chance and succeeded with a point each Cordal added one final point, and this finished the game. St Pats 1-04 Cordal 3-06

Team: Trevor Farmer, Dylan Griffin, Conor Burke, Mike Doody, Martin Savage, Cillian O Riordan, Conor Enright, Liam O Sullivan, Liam Poff, Martin Laucher, Cillian Lynch, Jack Lynch, Adam Hegarty, Breandan Savage, and Anthony Flynn.

Subs Used: Brian Murphy for Martin Savage, Conor Enright for Cillian O Riordan, Damien Cronin for Conor Enright, Niall McCarthy for Martin Laucher, Paudi Bailey for Jack Lynch, and Nathan Moriarty for Anthony Flynn.

Good Luck

To Luke Mulligan, Management team and players who begin their campaign in the Keane’s SuperValu Minor Football County Championship on Monday 17th of July.

Congratulations

To Kerry Ladies who defeated Meath on Saturday Night last in the All-Ireland Senior Championship Quarter Final.

To Kerry who defeated Derry on Sunday last in the Football All Ireland Senior Championship Semi Final.

To Former St Pats Player Kevin Moriarty who was part of the New York Management Team that pulled off a dramatic Junior All Ireland Final Victory yesterday in Croke Park.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Mairead Fernane Tralee and Billy Kelly USA.

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2800 in Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 05,11,16 & 22.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.      Noreen Lacey C/o Seamus O Sullivan

2.      Terry Boyle Online

3.      Christy Hallinan Rock Street

4.      Tracy Barrett Ashgrove

5.      Ann & Johnny c/o Betty’s Bar

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2900 and the draw will take place on Monday night 17/07/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Annual Mass

Annual Mass will take place in Annagh Cemetery on Friday 21st July at 7.30pm. All welcome to attend.

Cúl Camp

St. Pats Cúl Camp is commencing this week Monday 10th to Friday 14th from 10am – 2pm. Please remember to bring a packed lunch, plenty of water, sun cream and you must have Gum Shields. Arrive early on Monday for registration. Hope all the kids taking part have a great Week with lots of fun.

Juvenile Academy

U5

A smaller group trained in holiday season! We had a great coach to player ratio thanks to our older mentor players on Sunday! Lots of skills including the tackle were demonstrated and practiced. Today all the boys and girls wanted to play a match, so we had fun practicing our passing and teamwork.

Our visiting mentor player helped pick the boys and girls player of the week. well done to Harry and Suin for their enthusiasm throughout the session, they earned the trophies this week. Throughout the summer even if you can’t make training every week keep up the kicking, catching, and throwing at home.

these skills and ABCs (Agility, Balance & Coordination) are the fundamental movements needed for healthy development of children and will stand to them for all sports in their future. See you next week! Go St Pats!

U7

Great fun at Sundays Academy, the boys started off with some regular training, followed by a friendly game of football against the girls, which they all thoroughly enjoyed. Player of the week was Paul Flynn.

U8 Girls

Well done to the U8 Girls who trained on Sunday Morning. Everyone is improving every week, Ava was chosen as player of the week, as she always shows great enthusiasm and is a super team player. Keep up the practice at home girls and see ye all again next Sunday.

U9

A fun morning for all our enthusiastic u9 boys on Sunday, the boys showed great effort in all their skill drills and had a very competitive game at the end. We finished up with a penalty shoot-out with our senior goalkeeper Paidi Bailey between the posts…. he didn’t save them all!

U10 Girls

We had a brilliant morning on Saturday last in a very well-organized blitz by our neighbors Kerins O Rahillys.

The old saying “it was a game of 2 halves” did not apply as the games were 10 mins in total with no half time so whichever team had the wind had a big advantage.

Our 1st game was versus Ballymac, and the girls were excellent with some great scores and some great passages of play.

Our 2nd game was versus Listowel who were very strong, and they had the wind.

But our girls were up to the challenge. They showed great tenacity and their intensity in the tackle was a joy to behold and reminded me of both the Kerry ladies/men’s performance last weekend such was their commitment.

Our last game was against a very strong Abbeydorney team, and we can be very proud of ourselves. We had a well-deserved medal presentation, and the girls were delighted.

Thanks to Trevor and Paul and all the parents for helping out.

U11

St Pats U-11’s were back training last Sunday in preparation for the upcoming central league. Noah, Cillian,

Lukie, Oscar, and Darragh M all put in a great effort. It’s important all our players continue to attend our training sessions and also, they keep practicing the skills at home during the week. Reminder also that our Kellogg’s Cúl camp begins this week. The training schedule for the week and if we receive any match fixtures we will circulate to the parents. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12 Girls

On Tuesday evening last the U12 Girls played their 2nd game in the County League at home against Ballyduff B. We were short players on the evening, and we had a few injuries during the game, but the girls battled on and still managed to leave with a victory.

Each player played their best at all times throughout the game, and it was fantastic to see such an improvement in our newer and younger players. Training continued Sunday Morning. Our next game is fixed for Tuesday 11th at home against Castlegregory at 7pm.

U13

We opened our Central League account with a home defeat to an amalgamated side of Renard/St Mary’s/Valentia last Sunday evening in Blennerville. Missing a few regulars due to holidays and other reasons, our young team played so great stuff at times.

Our opponents punished us with goals at crucial times after we turned over the ball in the opposition half. However, to our lad’s credit, they never gave up and we kicked some fine scores towards the end of the game to finish on a positive note.

Thanks to the U11 players of Jace, Rylan, James, and Noah for playing up. On a side note, the appointed referee never showed up to officiate which was disappointing, but a member of the opposition back-room team took the whistle and did a good job. Our next game is at home to Castlegregory.

Details of this fixture to be confirmed on the team WhatsApp group later in the week. Team vs Renard/St Mary’s/Valentia: Gearóid Hingston, Paddy Flynn, Hugh Costello (C), Aidan Berry, Jace Flynn, Luke O’Sullivan, Stephen Enright, Callum Rice, Charlie Sharp, Tommy Costello, Noah Flynn, Thomas Colivet, Rylan Flynn, and James O’Riordan.

U14 Girls

On a wet Thursday evening last our U14’s braved the elements and played the 3rd game of the County League away to Austin Stacks B Team in Connolly Park.

It was an exciting game with great scores from both sides. Our Girls however pulled out all they had on this occasion and were absolutely delighted to have another victory under their belts for the trip home over the bridge! Such brave girls to go out and play a Great game in desperate weather conditions. Training continued on Sunday Morning in St. Pats. Next game in the League to be confirmed for later in July.

Seniors

Last Sunday our seniors travelled to Keel for our final game of the county league, Keel got the first three points of the game with a point from David O Callaghan. Another two points from opposition and another point from David O Callaghan.

With another point from Keel and three points this time one each from Kieran Hurley, Fergal O Brien, and Eoin Greaney. Two final points from Keel for this half. St Pats 0-05 Keel 0-08

Three points again from Keel, Brendan Poff replied with a point and Keel added another point soon after.

A reply in the form of a point from Fergal O Brien, Keel quickly added another point which was to be their last score for a while, from then on St Pats dominated with Fergal O Brien stepping up to add two points, David O Callaghan and Gary Savage got a point each.

Fergal O Brien got a power shot of a goal, within a few seconds Fergal O Brien with the ball in hand headed up the field with a pass to David O Callaghan and another quick hand pass to Eoin Greaney the back of the net was found.

Two more points were added by Fergal O Brien and Keel added a final point and Fergal O Brien put the last score on the board for the match with a goal. St Pats 3-13 Keel 0-14

Due to Senior Hurling Championship Quarter Final fixtures taking place there is one more game to be played in the County League, once this fixture has been played, we will know who is relegated.

Team: Paudi Bailey, Luke Mulligan, Niall McCarthy, Conor Moore, Tommy Lynch, Cillian O Riordan, Brian Murphy, Liam Poff, Patrick Dowling, David O Callaghan, Brendan Poff, Gary Savage, Eoin Greaney, Kieran Hurley, and Fergal O Brien.

Subs Used: Dylan Griffin for Cillian O Riordan, Darragh Moriarty for Brian Murphy, Liam O Sullivan for Liam Poff and Cillian Lynch for Kieran Hurley.

Senior B’s

Our senior B’s are playing in their Round 5 of the Development League against Cordal, this is a refixed fixture which will take place on Friday 14th of July at 8pm in Blennerville.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Gerard Fenix Ballinorig and Alex O Donnell Camp.

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2700 in Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 05,10,24 & 25.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.      Marie Fitzgibbon Derrymore East

2.      David O Callaghan Oakpark

3.      Richard & Jane Rowan

4.      Sean Hayes Tonevane

5.      Gerald & Catherine Hanafin Curraheen

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2800 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 09/07/2023 at 9:00 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy

U5

GO ST PATS!!  Well done to all the boys and girls who trained with under 5s on the Astro this week. We had a fun session with lots of evasion, ball skills, and teaching the tackle. Those who wanted to play a match did while fun team games continued for the others. We are delighted to see new boys and girls joining and were very impressed with our players of the week; Darragh who joined recently for his enthusiasm & getting stuck in! Rian Hayes also impressed today for his independence and joining in all the games. Great work boys!

U7

The U7’s continued training on Sunday, it was a fun energetic session with lots of new skills being practiced. Keep up the good work boys!

U8 Girls

Well done to all our enthusiastic girls on Sunday Morning who gave 100% in a fun and competitive session.!! Their coaches were delighted. The improvement is great to see week on week so keep encouraging the girls to practice at home. Well done to Kiera our well-deserved POTW this week. We have some GoGames on the way soon too and an U-8 blitz, details to follow.

U9

A great week for our u9’s we hosted Cromane GAA on Tuesday last and had 3 super games of football, well done to all our u9 boys & girls. After Kerry’s great win on Saturday our u9’s arrived at training Sunday morning full of energy. We worked on our high catch and soloing on the run, some fun games and finished with a very competitive match. Keep up the practice at home during the week! Next match will probably be Monday 10th away to Beaufort, same to be confirmed!

U10 Girls

We had an excellent session on Sunday Morning with great enthusiasm and great skills on display from the Girls.

Our player of the week was exceptional she picked up a bad injury but showed great courage and tenacity to fight through it and was well deserving of the player of week award.

U11

A high intensity training session took the place of our usual Thursdays match and the boys really stepped up to the challenge. A return to basics was offered up in our skills drills and the training match was played with super effort from all involved.

Training in Blennerville is back on Sunday 9th July at 12pm.

Please keep an eye on the WhatsApp groups and Foireann for updates.

U12 Girls

Training continued this week for the U12’s ahead of our next game in the county league at home against Ballyduff B Tuesday at 7pm.

U13

Training continues as usual for our U13’s this week.

U14 Girls

The U14 Girls played the second game in the county league away to Mitchels B on Sunday evening. The girls put in a great performance from start to finish in the game and were delighted to come away with a well-deserved win.

They deserve credit once again for playing the entirety of the game without any subs on a full-sized pitch!

Considering most of the team are still U12 they never gave up even with tired legs and continued to put on a fantastic display of Football, working together amazingly as a team. The next round of the county league is on Thursday evening at 5.30 away to Austin Stacks B.

U15

Our u15 ‘s suffered a defeat at home to Ardfert on Wednesday. Missing a few key players due to injury and holidays we conceded an early goal and struggled to match a strong Ardfert attack.  We will train Wednesday and Friday this week.  We wish Jack Costello and Darragh Murphy a speedy recovery from injury.

Seniors

Our seniors play their final game in the County League on Sunday 9th of July at 2pm away to Keel.

Congratulations

To Kerry Ladies who defeated Cavan last weekend.

To Kerry who defeated Tyrone last weekend.

Speedy Recovery

To Jack Costello and Darragh Murphy who are injured.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Joe Dowling Banna & Kilflynn and Michael Moran Rock Street.

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2600 in Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 01,02,09 & 21.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.      Con O Shea Curraheen

2.      Sinead Foran c/o The Rock Inn

3.      M & J Murphy Derrymore West

4.      Janette Murphy Camp

5.      Emma Greaney Annagh

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2700 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 02/07/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

BLENNERVILLE BALLYARD COMMUNITY GAMES ATHLETICS 2023

Two wonderful days of County athletics in Castleisland with huge representation from Blennerville Ballyard.

Day 1.

Fantastic individual performances with lots of unlucky 4th placings but plenty making it through to the afternoon semifinals. The U10 mixed relay heats and the 12 boys’ and girls’ relays provided great excitement.

The girls came 4th, unlucky to miss out on 3rd place as a team. The U10 mixed had a fantastic finish to win their heat and the U 12 boys were very strong throughout to win their heat! Jace Flynn got gold medal in long jump and straight to Nationals.

Medal Winners! U10 girls hurdles Mary Kate O’Shea Silver and Stevie Rose O’Sullivan 4th Pewter! Fantastic running and jumping girls and a fantastic achievement to have 2 from our area in the final!

Fantastic sprinting all day by Harriet O’Loughlan winning her silver medal. Sophie Mulgrew! 3rd place in 200m u12.  Caden O’Sullivan Silver medal in boys U12 200m.

Day 2

Another successful morning for Blennerville/ Ballyard at the county community games athletics. First up Caoimhe Loughran made her debut on the track with U14 girl’s hurdles. She jumped really well and was unfortunate not to qualify for the final in 5th place.

Next up in the U14 girls 100m sprints Kaela Reidy and Niamh Murphy ran great races in very fast heats, both were unfortunate not to make the top 4 to qualify.

In the boys U14 100m Rian Flynn and Hugh Costello both ran very fast heats to qualify 4th for the boy’s final later.

The heavens opened just as Stephen Enright began his U14 800m race, he finished very strongly just short of taking 5th place to qualify. Tommy Costello ran his heat next finishing 4th and earning a spot in the boys U14 800m final later.

As usual Amy Noonan ran a fantastic race in girls U14 800m easily winning her heat and qualifying for the final.  Great racing in the afternoon by Tommy Costello in a very fast 800m final.

Amy Noonan ran a fantastic final against very tough competition to win a bronze medal. Hugh Costello ran well in a tight 100m final. in the same race Rian Flynn ran a fantastic race to finish in 3rd place and earn a bronze medal!

Last up was the boys U14 relay final… they did very well as a team of U13 year olds and finished outside the medals.

Thank you to Norma Flynn and Fiona Costello for giving up their time over the weekend to support the athletes and to Marie for her hard work in the background all year (and many before)!

Thank you to the parents of the athletes for supporting and cheering all the children competing. Hope all the athletes had a good experience and enjoyed it.

We have a great community spirit and great talent in Blennerville/ Ballyard. We hope to have a meeting in September inviting more parents to get involved in keeping our area strong and entering a wide variety of events going forwards!  Well done to all the athletes and thank you to the organisers of Kerry community games for a very well-run event.

Juvenile Academy

U5

Thanks to Aiden, Anthony, and Johnathon for running the under 5 session this week. They avoided the showers to have a fun session with lots of games. Well done to Brandon and Taylor for standing out as players of the week today! See you all next weekend.

U7

Well done to all our U7 Boys who trained on Sunday, we dodged most of the unsettled weather thankfully. Fantastic turn out and congratulations to Ryan Murphy who put in a massive effort and won himself player of the week. Keep up the good work Boys.

U8 Girls

Well done to all our U8 girls for a huge effort on Sunday morning in their Go Games against Ballymac. Despite the wet start and very strong opposition spirits were high throughout. The girls done very well and looked to be enjoying the challenge.!! With numbers uneven some of our stronger girls had stepped up to U10’s which gave the younger girls lots more involvement and time on the ball which will bring them on ahead of some upcoming GoGames.

U9

St. Pats under 9s had a good lively session on Sunday morning. They practiced their kick passing and kicking for scores followed by a good competitive game. We play Cromane on Tuesday evening in the first round of the phase 2 games at 6.30 in Blennerville.

U10 Girls

On Sunday, the U10 Girls played their 1st game of the year against a very gallant and talented Ballymac team. We had home advantage and played very well despite the damp underfoot conditions. We had a few of our older u-8s who were excellent and special mention goes to Olivia who played with Ballymac and played too well for our liking!!

It was a great game, great skill and tenacity on show and the future of ladies’ football is bright with this bunch of brilliant and talented young ladies, and all parents should be very proud of them because we as coaches certainly are. Training continues next Sunday morning at 10.30.

U11

A torrential downpour delayed the start of our challenge game away to Ballymac last Monday evening, but it did nothing to dampen the spirits! Everyone played with serious commitment in very challenging conditions and there was plenty of pent-up energy expended.

We had much more pleasant conditions on Thursday evening in Blennerville, we welcomed Duagh. What an excellent turnout of players and the substitutes showed great patience and support for their teammates while waiting their chance to join the fray. Duagh were well organised and proved to be excellent opponents.

Both games were tough but fair and none of the players left anything on the field. Thanks as always to the parents who stayed to support the teams and create a great atmosphere for the boys.

There was no Sunday training due to the school hike and BBQ which lots of the boys enjoyed. We train again on Thursday at 6:30pm in Blennerville.

U12 Girls

The U12 Girls played round 2 of the county league away to Duagh last Thursday evening. It was a very exciting game right to the final whistle, and we were very unlucky not to come away with a victory!

On a very positive note, the referee came to us at half time to say well done on how far the girls have come in the last few months. He refereed our first game this year and he could not believe the improvement in the girls’ football skills and scoring in that short space of time.

It was lovely to hear, and we had to agree with him. Every girl has improved dramatically, and it was evident on Thursday. So well done girls it is not all about the winning! We will train this week on Wednesday from 5.30 to 6.30.

U13

Our lads trained twice last week on Tuesday and Thursday with the Tuesday session being remembered for the deluge of rain that fell during it!

However, it did not dampen the lad’s enthusiasm and a good week’s training was had. We did not train on Sunday due to the Blennerville School Hike and BBQ and also with some players representing Blennerville/Ballyard in the County Community Games Athletics championships in Castleisland.

Well done to Jace and Rian who both won gold and bronze medals respectively in their events. Training continues this week on the usual days and times.

U14 Girls

The U14 Girls had their first game in the county league last Sunday at home against Inbheir Sceine Gaels C. The girls were playing against the wind in the first half, they succeeded in many scoring opportunities, but the scores just did not go our way.

The girls improved in the second half but did not have enough time to catch up with our opponents. Next training is on Wednesday evening from 5.30 to 6.30. Our next game is against John Mitchels B. Details to be confirmed in the week.

U15

Training continues Monday. We get our central league group games underway at home to Ardfert on Wednesday.

Seniors

Our seniors don’t have a match till the weekend of the 8th/9th of July keep an eye on social media and club notes for updates closer to the date.

Good Luck

To Kerry Ladies who play in the All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2 against Cavan on Saturday 1st of July at 2pm in Austin Stacks Park.

Congratulations

To All our Blennerville/Ballyard Athletes who came away with a good few medals over the weekend at Community Games.

To our Juveniles in 6th class who graduated from primary school this week and last, May the next chapter in your lives be everything you hope for!

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Peggy Fitzgerald Cappagh Brandon and Martha O Sullivan Liosdara.

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2500 in Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 05,11,20 & 26.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.  Michael Gallagher Lohercannon

2.      Susan Dennehy Cloghers

3.      Eileen Sayers Annagh

4.      Harry Poff Curraheen

5.      Janette Murphy Camp

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2600 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 25/06/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy

Unfortunately, with Sundays forecast Juvenile Academy was cancelled for safety reasons and some fixtures for the younger kids were postponed! Hopefully all the families got to enjoy the morning off and Father’s Day instead! See ye all next week and keep up the practice until then.

U5

Due to the risk of thunder showers Under 5 training was cancelled this week. Kids were encouraged to practice throwing and catching games at home instead. See you next week.

U9

St. Pats under 9s took part in a very enjoyable blitz in Ardfert on Sunday morning. They played five games in total against teams from Ardfert, Na Gaeil and Churchill. The boys displayed great skill and teamwork. Well done to all players and thanks to parents for travelling. Thank you to Ardfert for hosting.

U11

A trip to Beale (Ballybunion) on Thursday, was our last away game in this phase of the County League Go Games. A decent turnout of U11s took to the sandy pitch and, in the beautiful sunshine, put together some great football. Both games were hotly contested, and the boys had to dig deep and really play for each other.

Some tired boys really enjoyed the ice pops after the games. Well done to all the boys who travelled and the parents who provided excellent support. We have a challenge match away to Ballymac on Monday evening and a home game against Duagh on Thursday.

U12 Girls

The U12 Girls were away to Inbhear Sceine Gaels B last Thursday. It was a long trip to Kenmare on a sun-soaked evening, but the availability of the bus made the trip a memorable one for all the girls with plenty of sing songs to pass the time.

The game was a tough one with the girls succeeding in extra time. As always, we were very proud of all the girls and the songs got louder on the journey back to St. Pats!

Training continues Monday evening from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. We play round 2 of the county league away to Duagh next Thursday at 7pm.

U13

Our U13’s trained on Tuesday and Thursday last in great spirits after the victory on the previous Sunday. We worked on small, sided activities which included attacking and defending and the lads have really improved since the beginning of the year. We have one outstanding game from the Tralee/St Brendan’s League.

This should be fixed in the coming days and parents will be notified of same once confirmed. Finally, we wish all our players representing their districts in the County Athletics Community Games championships which take place this coming Saturday and Sunday in Castleisland.

U14 Girls

Training continues Monday evening from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. Will be in touch during the week with details of our next match as soon as we receive fixtures.

U15

Our 15 team are putting in a good block of training and playing challenge games in anticipation of the central league which starts on Wednesday 28th June.

Training continues Monday, Wednesday, and Friday this week.

Seniors

This Round 10 game which was a must win for us proved to be heart stopping from beginning to end.

With four unanswered points Kieran Hurley, Fergal O Brien each got their own point and Eoin Greaney added two more of his own points. St Senan’s got their first score in the form of a point, Eoin Greaney took possession of the ball to add another point again.

St Senan’s got four unanswered points and a quick goal, with St Senan’s ahead by a goal we needed to push ourselves to close the gap which had happened. With David O Callaghan getting three points, Fergal O Brien another point and Eoin Greaney adding a superb goal it pushed us into the lead before half time.

St Senan’s got one more point before this half ended. St Pats 1-09 St Senan’s 1-05

The second half began with a point from Shane Jordan, St Senan’s put three more points on the board to go two points behind.

Fergal O Brien kept our scoring going with a point, St Senan’s quickly added two more points. With only a point between the teams, Kieran Hurley provided a much-needed point to keep the game in our favour.

Two more points added by St Senan’s, with intensity increasing between the sides and the game turning into a point for point game. Fergal O Brien again got another point but was answered with a quick response of a point by St Senan’s, with time running down and the crowd holding their breath on both sides.

Kieran Hurley and Shane Jordan added a point each to allow breathing space, St Senan’s replied with a point which brought the game to a point between, the clock counting down kept both sides fighting till the final whistle blew. St Pats 1-15 St Senan’s 1-14

St Pats Team:  Paudie Bailey, Dylan Griffin, Niall McCarthy, Conor Moore, Tommy Lynch, Cillian O Riordan, Brian Murphy, Liam Poff, Shane Jordan, David O Callaghan, Brendan Poff, Gary Savage, Eoin Greaney, Kieran Hurley, and Fergal O Brien.

Subs Used:  Cormac Lynch for Dylan Griffin

Congratulations

To Kerry Ladies who defeat Dublin last Saturday in Group 3 Round 1 of All Ireland Senior Championship.

To Kerry who defeated Louth last Sunday in the GAA Football All Ireland Senior Championship Round 3.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Eileen Fitzgerald Boherbue and Angela Moriarty Strand Street.

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2400 in Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 16,18,21 & 29.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.      Stevie Boyle Derrymore West

2.      Tommy Brosnan Lohercannon

3.      Eileen Higgins Lohercannon

4.      Dylan & Luke Walsh c/o Poff Motors

5.      Mary Glazier Annagh

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2500 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 18/06/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Lotto Results for 5th of June there was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2300 on Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 11,18,23 & 28.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.      Gary & Jamie Lowham Ballyard

2.      Jason McCannon The Marina

3.      Nigel Maloney c/o Mike Moriarty

4.      Ann & Pat c/o Betty’s Bar

5.      Caroline Clapham c/o Betty’s Bar

Juvenile Academy

U5

We had a fun under 5’s session in beautiful conditions on the astroturf in St Pats on Sunday Morning. Great to see more boys and girls joining in as the season progresses.

We practiced lots of movement, ball skills and finished with the option of a little match. Well done on all your hard work and thanks to lots of our senior players for joining in as mentors today! Well done to our players of the week Harry and Archie.

U7

The U7 mixed team had great fun on Sunday morning in Camp when they played some fun Go Games with Annascaul. We had excellent numbers 23 in total togged out for St Pats!

The skills on show were excellent and It’s great to see all the practice coming together. Well done to all the kids who took part. There might be another game next Sunday, to be confirmed!

U8/U10 Girls

We had a few older U8’s training with us on Sunday Morning, as the younger Girls were playing in the Go Games in Camp. They were a great addition to the U10’s, whilst in turn gaining some experience for the U8’s!

We had a great session overall and look forward to our next game against John Mitchels, details to be confirmed. Congratulations to our players of the week from both teams, both hugely deserved for their endeavour and hard work!

U9

Training resumed on Sunday morning after a break for last Sunday’s Dingle Way Challenge. The boys put in a great session where they had a relay race and practiced their kicking technique, both distance and accuracy.

They finished the session with a competitive game. It’s great to see the skills improving. Keep practicing at home.

U11

Annascaul visited Blennerville on Thursday last as the U11 County League Go Games continued.

The two games had plenty of scoring and great individual battles, Jace, Rylan, Noah, Cillian, and Cian were just a few of the outstanding performers. Thanks to Jake, Ben, Jack, and Dylan P who all helped make up numbers for Annascaul.

Sunday training was a slog in the heat and humidity, and everyone had worked up a sweat when we finished. There was great competitiveness in our skills drills and the training match was a real test of endurance by the end.

Darragh S and both Noah’s took some great scores while Jack, James and Bruce made some excellent high catches, it was good to see very well worked scores with lots of movement and a variety of passing to move the ball up the field.

Our next game is away to Beale (Ballybunion) on Thursday 15th June. Players to gather by 6:30pm at Beale’s pitch for a 7pm throw-in.

U12 Girls

The U12 Girls are away to Inbhear Sceine Gaels B team next Thursday evening at 7pm in the first round of the County League. Training continues Monday evening from 5. 30 to 6.30. It’s important we have full attendance at training before the game Thursday.

U13

Our U13’s travelled to Annascaul this evening to take on Castlegregory in the Lee Strand U13 County League D12 final. The game was played in glorious conditions with Annascaul having the pitch in great shape for the game.

Castlegregory got the better of the opening exchanges, but St Pats rallied and got an early goal from Noah Flynn to settle the nerves.

Charlie Sharp then got another goal from close range to extend St Pats lead, but Castle fought right back with a goal of their own just before half time to leave a single score between the teams at the interval.

St Pats introduced Thomas Colivet at half time followed by Hugh Costello, Sam Smith, and Dee Hanly later in the second half and all four subs had an impact when introduced.

The game was very close at the end of the third quarter after Castlegregory cancelled out an earlier goal from Stephen Enright with a well taken goal of their own.

This spurred our lads into action, and they took control of the last quarter to run out worthy winners, with the industrious Darragh Flahive adding our fourth and final goal.

The shield was presented to our winning captain James Daly by Kerry Coiste na nÓg Assistant Secretary Mags Evans. It was a great win for our lads which they deserve after their efforts in training and games so far this season.

Castlegregory also deserve huge credit as they were well in the game until the final quarter with a very young team.

Team: Gearóid Hingston, Paddy Flynn, Eddie Hayes, Jake Kelly, James Daly (C), Rian Flynn, Aidan Berry, Stephen Enright, Callum Rice, Tommy Costello, Darragh Flahive, Luke O’Sullivan, Noah Flynn, Charlie Sharp, and Isaac Price. Subs: Thomas Colivet, Hugh Costello, Dee Hanly and Sam Smith. Missing from today’s squad were Jace and Rylan Flynn and AJ Turner. Training continues this Tuesday and Thursday evening.

U14 Girls

Training continues this week for the U14 Girls on Monday and Friday.

U15

Our U15s are training hard in preparation for the Central Region League which starts on June 28th. We played a great challenge game Wednesday night against Austin Stacks. We will train Monday, Wednesday, and Friday this week. Parents will be contacted in advance with times and venues.

Seniors

Our Round 9 game began with a point from Kieran Hurley in the first few minutes, a quick point replied by the opposition. With the next three points for us coming from Luke Mulligan, David O Callaghan, and Brendan Poff.

It was Sneem/Derrynane’s turn to score three points in quick succession. With a point each from Niall McCarthy and Gary Savage, we seemed in good position, with another point from opposition.

David O Callaghan added two more point of his own to keep us in the lead going into the end of the first half. St Pats 0-08 Sneem/Derrynane 0-05

Sneem/Derrynane opened the scoring with a quick goal and two points for the second half, David O Callaghan, and Kieran Hurley each got a point of their own to draw us. Another Point from Sneem/Derrynane with Eoin Greaney putting the ball over the bar for another point for us.

With another goal and two points scored by opposition we needed scores with a point coming from Patrick Dowling. Last point for Sneem/Derrynane was scored and Patrick Dowling added one last point.

Great determination was shown by the team to keep fighting to the bitter end unfortunately Sneem/Derrynane has the more scoring on the board in the end. St Pats 0-13 Sneem/Derrynane 2-11

St Pats Team: Paudi Bailey, Dylan Griffin, Niall McCarthy, Conor Moore, Luke Mulligan, Brian Murphy, Tommy Lynch, Liam Poff, Patrick Dowling, Gary Savage, Brendan Poff, Fergal O Brien, David O Callaghan, Kieran Hurley, and Eoin Greaney

Subs Used:  Breandan Savage for Dylan Griffin

Our seniors play their Round 10 game against St Senan’s on Saturday 17th of June at 7pm in Blennerville.

Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Charity Choir Concert

An amazing concert took place in St John’s Church on Sunday night last, beautiful music was played and sung by St John’s Church Choir, Kerry Chamber Choir, Kerry Orchestra and solo singers of Sean McElligott, Shauna Murphy, and Liam Heaslip. All proceeds went to The Lebanon Trust.

Good Luck

To Kerry who play in their Round 3 of the Football All Ireland Senior Championship against Louth on Saturday 18th of June at 2pm in O’ Moore Park Portlaoise.

To all our St. Pats players who continue their Junior and Leaving Certificate exams this week.

Congratulations

To Deirdre Poff and Jonathan O Regan on their recent engagement.

To Kerry Minors who beat Kildare in the Electric Ireland GAA Football All Ireland Minor Championship Quarter Final last Saturday.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Sharon O Shea, Lohercannon.

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Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra-Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra-walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Having enjoyed the refreshments provided in Castlegregory walkers can decide to either (i) continue walking and follow the route to Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp or (ii) finish in Castlegregory where transport will be available to return to Blennerville.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Having enjoyed the refreshments provided in Castlegregory walkers can decide to (i) either continue walking and follow the route to Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp or (ii) finish in Castlegregory where transport will be available to return to Blennerville.

Walkers can also decide to join in the Challenge by starting in Castlegregory and following the route to Camp.

 

Transport will be available along the route to facilitate any walker(s) who may decide that they have enjoyed enough of the challenge.

updates on: facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

Updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am

Early Bird option has now closed: €60 from the 1st of May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Walkers can decide to (i) complete the 32Km route (ii) complete the route from Brandon Point and finish in Castlegregory or (iii) start in Castlegregory and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp.

Transport will be available along the route to facilitate any walker(s) who may decide that they have enjoyed enough of the challenge.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link.

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/dingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2200 on Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 08,09,15 & 26.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.     Siobhan Burke c/o Betty’s Bar

2.      John Kelliher Lohercannon

3.      Christy Hallinan Rock Street

4.      Jimmy O Shea Texaco

5.      Caroline Poff Lohercannon

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2300 and the draw will take place on Monday night 05/06/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Thank You

St Pats would like to express their gratitude to all our Dingle Way Challenge sponsors who gave generously to support this community event especially our two main sponsors 3D Personnel and Poff Motors. Without your support the Dingle Way Challenge would not be as successful as it is. We would also like to thank medical personnel, lead walkers, the organising committee, members of the community who help to keep everyone safe throughout the day and support each year to organise this event. Thank you to all of you who help in any small way.

Derryquay Fundraiser

Thank you to the community for supporting our summer bake sale, it was a huge success and as always, we appreciate your continued support for Derryquay NS.

Community Games

On last Saturday the National Community Games Cross Country event was held in Gormanstown, we had two athletes Erin o Shea and Steven Enright taking part. Erin ran a great race and well done in making Nationals but unfortunately her team did not place. Congratulations to Steven and his team who placed third in u14 mixed relay distance. Well done to you

U5

Well done to all the boys and girls who enjoyed under 5 training at St Pats this week. We were delighted to welcome Kya for her first time & welcome back to Jack R. We practiced lots of skills & fun games before a small match for the older children & obstacles for the younger ones. Well done to Oisín and Dylan who were the players of the week. Keep up the practice at home. No training next Sunday, please support the Dingle Way Challenge where you can.

U8 Girls

Well done to all our girls for putting in a huge effort and making it such an enjoyable morning in St Pats. and especially Isla our POTW.

Their coaches are delighted how their confidence and skills are developing week on week.!!

keep encouraging them to practice.

We have been in touch with other clubs so should nail down some Go Games dates this week for after the bank holiday!

U9

The U9 mixed team hosted Dingle last Tuesday evening where some great football was on display from both sides on a glorious evening. Thank you to the coaches and under 9 boys for a very enjoyable training session Sunday morning. They worked on hand passing and shooting skills and enjoyed a very competitive game at the end. Well done to Ensar on receiving player of the week. Keep up the practice at home. Next game at home to Castlegregory on Monday 6:30pm.

U10 Girls

The Under 10 girls had another great training session this week! We worked on our tackling and scoring and were delighted with the great turnout. Keep up the practice at home Girls.

U11

St Pats U-11’s were in Co League action last Thursday away to Ballydonoghue/ Clounmacon. Every one of our St Pats future stars AJ, Bruce, Thomas, Noah, Jace, Darragh Fla, Rylan, Cillian, Darragh S, Lukie, James, Cian, Jack, Paddy, Ben, Fionn, Dylan M and Jake all put in a great effort for the game. The coaches were delighted to see all the players display their skills on the night also.

Our next game is this Thursday 1st of June at home to Dingle at 6.30pm. It’s important ye all continue to attend our training sessions and also keep practicing your skills at home during the week. The training schedule for the week will be circulated to ye shortly. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12 Girls

It was a busy week for the U12 Girls, On Tuesday evening last they played their 1st match of the week against Finuge /St. Senan’s. It was great to have the extra Girls from the Gaelic4girls initiative and some of the older U10’s playing up for the first time to make this already strong team even stronger, All Girls did fantastic and came away with a comfortable win.

The girls were away to Annascaul in Camp on Sunday evening last, for a friendly challenge match with our neighbours. Some great football was on display by both sides, and it was nip and tuck until the final whistle.

The Girls are delighted to be in the North Kerry final at home this week against Listowel B on Thursday evening at 8pm. All support for these talented girls would be welcome.

U13

Our U13’s continued their training this week on the freshly sanded pitch on Tuesday and Thursday with good numbers attending both sessions.

We were due to play Kerins O’Rahillys in our last group game of the County League, but it has been postponed by 24 hours to Monday May 29th at 8pm in Blennerville. Match report to follow in next week’s notes.

On a side note, we want to congratulate U13 player Stephen Enright who was part of the U14 Kerry Community Games Cross Country mixed relay team that came third in the national championships last Saturday in Meath. Well done, Stephen.

U14 Girls

The U-14 Girls played at home on Thursday evening in a friendly challenge against Ballyduff, St Pats were the stronger side, with a comfortable win.

There was a lovely surprise after the final whistle with a visit from ‘Sam’ for both teams. Thanks to Joe Costello for organising this exciting finale to the match with both teams having plenty of photo opportunities with the cup! Both sides went home in high spirits.

On a separate note, Congratulations to Niamh Murphy and Eve O Sullivan who were part of the U13 Camp Juniors soccer team that won the Joe Naughton shield final on Tuesday night last. Training continues this week.

U15

Our B Team suffered a defeat to Fossa last Wednesday night, however we had strong performances from Jamie Bowler and Conor Sheehan but special mention to Rodhan Culloo who played an outstanding game.

We take a week off training this week for exams.

U17

Our U17’s St Pats/Kerins O Rahilly’s were to play Ballymac B last Monday this did not go ahead. Our U17’s now play in the final on Monday night at 7pm in Dr. Crokes v Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist. Good Luck to everyone.

Also, Tómas Kennedy part of our U17’s St Pats/ Kerins O Rahillys team is part of the Kerry Minors who will play Cork in the Electric Ireland Minor Football Championship Final on Friday 2nd of June at 7:30pm in Austin Stack Park Tralee. Tickets can be purchased onhttps://www.universe.com/users/munster-gaa-TR8ZGN or in participating Centra and Supervalu outlets. If you can’t make it to the match, it will be shown live on TG4.

Seniors

Our seniors play in their Round 8 of the County League against Tarbert, due to our Dingle Way Challenge taking place on Sunday this match will now go ahead on Friday 2nd of June at 7.30pm in Blennerville.

Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Senior B’s

We travelled the short distance to Annascaul last Sunday to play our Round 4 game, Annascaul opened the scoring within two minutes with a goal. On the 6th minute of time Adam Hegarty rattled the back of the net to begin our scoring. Two quick points from the opposition and we were a draw, Tommy Lynch took his shot and over the bar it sailed to add another point.

With point for point scoring Annascaul got a point with which Martin Lurcher got his first point to bring us within a point. St Pats took their opportunity to pull ahead with four scores unanswered, With a point each from Adam Hegarty and Conor Enright.

With the clock showing the 26th minute, Brian Murphy heading towards the opposition’s goals he kicked the ball hoping for a point which landed in the top right-hand corner of the net.

Joe O’Connor added one more point till Annascaul decided it was their turn to score with three points came quickly before the whistle blew to signal half time. St Pats B 2-05 Annascaul B 1-06

In the second half Annascaul opened with four scores three points and a goal, Brian Murphy put the ball over the bar to add another point for us. Again, the opposition added a point with Brian Murphy putting another point on the board.

With Annascaul getting another point, Paudi Bailey kicked the ball over the bar, this was our last score of the game. With two quick goals and two more points scored by Annascaul, it seemed this match wasn’t going to end in our favour. The final whistle blew St Pat’s B 2-08 Annascaul B 5-13

St Pats Team:  Trevor Farmer, James Dowling, Joe O Connor, Dylan Griffin, Conor Enright, Tommy Lynch, Martin Savage, Cillian O Riordan, Brian Murphy, Matin Lurcher, Cormac Lynch, Jack Lynch, Adam Hegarty, Ian McCarthy and Paudi Bailey.

Subs Used:  Mike Doody for Cillian O Riordan, Nathan Moriarty for Jack Lynch, Danny Greaney for Ian McCarthy, Cillian O Riordan for Tommy Lynch, Jack Lynch for Adam Hegarty, Liam O Sullivan for Danny Greaney (Injured) and Ian McCarthy for Paudi Bailey.

Congratulations

To Damien Counihan and Catríona Knightly who got married last Saturday.

To Niamh Murphy and Eve O Sullivan who were part of the U13 Camp Juniors soccer team that won the Joe Naughton shield final on Tuesday night last.

Good Luck

To Tómas Kennedy who is part of the Kerry Minors to take on Cork in the Electric Ireland Minor Football Championship Final on Friday 2nd of June in Austin Stacks Park at 7.30pm.

Speedy Recovery

To Danny Greaney who came off injured at our Senior B’s match at the weekend.

Birthday

Birthday Wishes to Margaret Spillane who celebrated a significant birthday recently.

Birthday Wishes to Paddy Sullivan who celebrated a significant birthday recently.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Annette Egan Fenit, Dora Smith Castlegregory and Neasa Ní Mhorain Camp.

Dingle Way Challenge 2023 

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra-Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra-walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Having enjoyed the refreshments provided in Castlegregory walkers can decide to either (i) continue walking and follow the route to Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp or (ii) finish in Castlegregory where transport will be available to return to Blennerville.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Having enjoyed the refreshments provided in Castlegregory walkers can decide to (i) either continue walking and follow the route to Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp or (ii) finish in Castlegregory where transport will be available to return to Blennerville.

Walkers can also decide to join in the Challenge by starting in Castlegregory and following the route to Camp.

Transport will be available along the route to facilitate any walker(s) who may decide that they have enjoyed enough of the challenge.

updates on: facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

Updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am

Early Bird option has now closed: €60 from the 1st of May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Walkers can decide to (i) complete the 32Km route (ii) complete the route from Brandon Point and finish in Castlegregory or (iii) start in Castlegregory and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp.

Transport will be available along the route to facilitate any walker(s) who may decide that they have enjoyed enough of the challenge.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link.

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/dingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257

Club Lotto 

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2100 on Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 13,14,21 & 29.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Gavin O Shea Spa Rd
Jimmy Savage Curraheen
Trevor Galvin Curraheen
Francis Higgins Lohercannon
Patrick Dillane Clahane
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2200 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 28/05/2023 at 9:00 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Gaelic4Girls 

A huge well done and thank you to all the girls who joined us in St Pats for the recent 10-week Gaelic for girls LGFA initiative! The girls were presented with their Gaelic for girls Jerseys this morning with some of our younger academy players. Well done to the girls on recently integrating so well into our existing girls Under 8, Under 10 and Under 12 /14 girls training groups.

We would like to extend a warm welcome to you and your families to St Pats. Thanks very much to Paul Lynch for facilitating this programme and for all the coaches who helped deliver it over the last 10 weeks. It’s never too late to try out football, newcomers are always welcome to join at any time. Well done to all.

Derryquay National School Fundraiser 

Derryquay NS are having a bake sale in the school yard this Friday 26th from 10- 2:30pm, all welcome.

U5 

Well done to a big attendance of boys and girls for more fun football training at St Pats. It’s great to see the confidence growing and skills of movement and fundamentals improving every week. We added bean bag throwing and catching this week with the W HAND catching ques. Keep up that practice at home. Very well done to our star players this week for their quick feet and enthusiasm. brother and sister Kai and Elsie were inspired by their dad’s evasion skills! Can we catch him next week!! Well done boys and girls.

U7 

Another fun, enjoyable morning for the boys with lots of football skills practiced. Keep up the good work at home everyone.

U8 Girls 

Thanks to everyone for a very lively session on Sunday Morning, where we practiced our shooting, soloing, evasion, and teamwork. Well done to Faye our POTW for giving it 100% today. (and making Dad proud.!!) Also, we presented our Gaelic4Girls players with their jerseys and officially concluded this initiative. We wish them well with their teams and look forward to watching them develop further and become future LGFA stars.!! Just to note, We’re planning Go-Games against other clubs soon so our focus in the few next few weeks will be getting the U-8 girls ready for these games – it would be great if as many as possible can make the upcoming sessions to help the girls along… Keep up the practice and see you all next week.

U9 

A fun morning with the U9’s on Sunday. The boys all put in great effort with their solo and pick up drills and enjoyed a very competitive game at the end. Keep up the practice at home.

U10 Girls

Training continued Sunday Morning with the biggest turnout so far this year.

Well done to our deserving player of the week who put in a great session.

U11  

St. Pats under 11’s had no game this week so we trained last Thursday and Sunday. We had a great turnout for both sessions. The players put in a brilliant effort for both sessions especially Cian, Jack, James, and Bruce. It’s important that all our players turn up to training and keep practicing their skills at home during the week.

We are away to Ballydonoghue/Clounmacon this Thursday 25th. We will be in contact about this in the next couple of days. Training again next Sunday 28th from 12pm- 1pm. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12 Girls  

The U12 Girls were away to Listowel Emmets last Tuesday Evening. It was an exciting game, with some great football on display, the girls gave it their all and were delighted to come away with a one-point win. Well done to all the girls on another great win.

This week we will welcome our new U12 members who will join us from the Gaelic4girls initiative, we are delighted to have them, and they will be a great addition to the team. Our next game is at home to Finuge/St. Senan’s on Tuesday next at 7.30pm.

U13 

The U13’s had no game last Sunday, but the lads had three well attended training sessions on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday last in Blennerville. Training continues this Tuesday (on the Astro) and Thursday (pitch) in preparation for our next game at home to Kerins O’Rahillys “B” team next Sunday May 28th at 6pm in Blennerville. We look forward to good attendance at both sessions during the week.

U14 Girls 

The U14 girls played away to John Mitchel’s in the Kerry LGFA Division 8B League final last Sunday evening. The weather conditions were damp and drizzly but that did not stop the girls from playing their hearts out from start to finish.

It was a tightly contested game, with the sides level at full time, unfortunately with no subs available for St. Pats legs were tiring and The Mitchel’s came out on top and the end of extra time. The coaches were very proud of this young team, who gave it their all once again.

Next game is a challenge match this Thursday at home against Ballyduff.

U15 

Training continues Monday and Wednesday at 5:30.

The central region competition will begin in a couple of weeks.

U17 

Our U17’s St Pats/Kerins O Rahilly’s play away on Monday night to Ballymac B at 7pm in Ballymac.

Seniors 

In our Round 7 game which took place in Ballyduff last Sunday it was a tough game from start to finish. Ballyduff got the first point of the game, Kieran Hurley was quick to add two of his own points.

Ballyduff were the ones to get the next three scores which were points.  With Kieran Hurley, David O Callaghan and Brendan Poff all stepping up to add to our scoring with a point each. With the last point from Ballyduff for them, Kieran Hurley put the last score of the match in the way of a point. St Pats 0-06 Ballyduff 0-05

Ballyduff began the scoring for the second half with a point, Brian Murphy was fouled while heading towards the goals, Kieran Hurley stepped up to take the penalty we were given and rattled the back of the net in the first minute and a half. Ballyduff with back up the field and kicked the ball over the bar, Kieran Hurley put three more points on the board for us.

Ballyduff got another shot, and it soared over the bar for another point, Kieran Hurley added the final point for us. Ballyduff added six points with great resistance from us, but they proved too strong in the end. Well done to all the players and management for a superb performance in this game.

St Pats Team:  Paudie Bailey, Joe O Connor, Cillian O Riordan, Conor Moore, Brian Murphy, Luke Mulligan, Eoin O Carroll, Liam Poff, Niall McCarthy, Gary Savage, Brendan Poff, David O Callaghan, Eoin Greaney, Kieran Hurley, and Breandan Savage.

Subs Used:  Cormac Lynch for Cillian O Riordan, Liam O Sullivan for Niall McCarthy, and Conor Enright for Liam Poff

Senior B’s  

Our senior Bs are out this weekend I the Development League Division 4 Round 4 against Annascaul B in Annascaul on Sunday 28th of May at 2pm.

Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Birthday 

Birthday Wishes to Hannah Shanahan who celebrated a significant birthday recently.

Congratulations 

To Ultan Dillane who was part of the squad for La Rochelle who defeated Leinster last weekend.

To Luke O Regan and Diarmuid Waugh who were part of our amalgamated St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys Minors who won the Kerry Youth Cup in soccer recently.

To Tómas Kennedy who was part of Kerry Minors who defeated Limerick last Thursday night and will take part in the Munster Final next week.

Sympathy 

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Jane Tobin Gallowsfield and Noel Kelter Killerisk.

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Registration 2023

As the registration deadline has now passed it is vital that outstanding membership fees are paid this week for all players from Senior to U5 level.
Failure to have a valid membership for 2023 may preclude players of all ages from taking part in games and/or training sessions and/or use of club facilities.
Membership is also due for club officials and coaches of any age group.

In order to qualify for cover by the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund a player must have a fully paid playing membership on Foireann prior to the injury occurring. The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

any player, parent or coach having difficulty completing the membership process is asked to contact the Club Registrar Fiacc Murphy on 087 6437848

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra-Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra-walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Having enjoyed the refreshments provided in Castlegregory walkers can decide to either (i) continue walking and follow the route to Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp or (ii) finish in Castlegregory where transport will be available to return to Blennerville.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Having enjoyed the refreshments provided in Castlegregory walkers can decide to (i) either continue walking and follow the route to Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp or (ii) finish in Castlegregory where transport will be available to return to Blennerville.

Walkers can also decide to join in the Challenge by starting in Castlegregory and following the route to Camp.

Transport will be available along the route to facilitate any walker(s) who may decide that they have enjoyed enough of the challenge.

updates on: facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

Updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am

Early Bird option has now closed: €60 from the 1st of May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Walkers can decide to (i) complete the 32Km route (ii) complete the route from Brandon Point and finish in Castlegregory or (iii) start in Castlegregory and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp.

Transport will be available along the route to facilitate any walker(s) who may decide that they have enjoyed enough of the challenge.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/dingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €2000 on Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 03,16,20 & 23.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Sheila & Mike Greaney Annagh
Dan Kelliher Annagh
Sheanna Moriarty Curraheen
Denis O Sullivan Annagh
Bridget Keane Curraheen
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2100 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 21/05/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

U5

Another great turn out for our under 5 boys and girls today… not to mention the mums and dads!  We worked a lot on ball handling skills, particularly staying on feet when picking up the ball. Kicking is coming on and evasive skills are excellent! Keep up all the variety of movements at home to help develop good fundamental movements for life! Well done boys and girls. Very well done to our players of the week for a big increase in confidence & joining in with big smiles, well done Katie and Brandon.

U7

A great session on Sunday for the U7’s in the lovely weather in Blennerville. We had great help from Mary and Philip. Oisin put in a massive effort to be awarded player of the week.

U8 Girls

Lots of fun and plenty healthy competition had at U8 training this morning with a great group.  The girls are applying their skills and understanding teamwork very well and seemed to really enjoy the 1-on-1 possession battles. Well done to our recent Gaelic4girls graduate Amy on putting in a huge effort and getting POTW. Keep encouraging them to practice during the week and see you all next Sunday.

U9

A great week for our u9’s, they travelled to Annascaul last Tuesday evening and had 3 great games with our hosts. This team is improving every week which is great to see. We had a fun morning at training this morning and well done to Cian, this week’s player of the week.

U10 Girls

A great session on Sunday for the U10 Girls, Niamh did some great drills on tackling and the girls were very attentive and enthusiastic.  We had a very challenging obstacle course and a tug of war which the coaches found very arduous. We couldn’t pick out one individual player, so we awarded all the girl’s player of the week!!!! See ye all next week and remember wear your gumshields.

U11

St. Pats under 11’s had no game this week so we trained last Thursday & Sunday. We had a great turnout for both sessions. The coaches were delighted with the brilliant effort given by all our players. It was great to see Jace back playing again after his recent injury.

Fionn, Noah, Thomas & newcomer Sean were really giving it their all. It’s important that all our players turn up to training and keep practicing their skills at home during the week. We’ll be in contact if there’s a game this Thursday the 18th if there isn’t we’ll train instead from 6pm to 7pm and again next Sunday 21st from 12pm- 1pm. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12 Girls

Well done to our u12 girls who had another great win on Thursday evening against Abbeydorney. Every player put in a great effort, and it was great to see such an improvement with our new players. Training continues Monday evenings from 5.30 to 6.30 and Friday evenings from 5 to 6. Our next game is on Tuesday evening away to Listowel at 6.30pm.

U13

After a few weekends off, phase two of the Lee Strand Sponsored U13 County Football League commenced last Sunday which involved a trip to Gneeveguilla for our lads.

After a dreadful start conceding a number of goals in as many minutes, the boys settled into the game and got some good scores; the highlight being a goal by Charlie Sharp with his “weaker” left foot.

The practice at home is paying off Charlie! We battled hard in the second half, but we turned over possession too easily on too many occasions resulting in Gneeveguilla picking off scores on the counterattack.

The hosts ran out comfortable winners in the end, but our lads kept battling to the final whistle. Well done to all 15 players who togged out.

Special mention to Thomas Colivet who played very well when he came on at half time after travelling down from Kildare especially for the game and to James Daly who never gave up the fight.

Team: Rylan Flynn, Paddy Flynn, Jake Kelly, Aidan Berry, James Daly, Jace Flynn, Hugh Costello, Tommy Costello (C), Callum Rice, Luke O’Sullivan, Eddie Hayes, Dee Hanly, Charlie Sharp, Isaac Price and Thomas Colivet.

Off the football pitch, we want to send a huge congrats to the Costello and Flynn twins who won medals at the Kerry County Athletics Championships which took place before the game on Sunday. A huge commitment by all four boys. Well done lads!

We will train this Tuesday and Thursday night at the pitch and on Sunday from 12-1:15pm. Our next game in the county league is at home to Kerins O’Rahillys on Sunday May 28th.

U14 Girls

Training continues Monday and Friday evenings.

U15

Our U15s put in a great performance last Wednesday night but narrowly lost out after extra time to Tarbert. We wish Michael Enright a speedy recovery from injury. Training continues on Monday at 6pm.

U17

Our U17’s St Pats/Kerins O Rahilly’s played away on Monday night, they had another great win. Well done to all involved.

Their next game is a bye so just training this week for them.

Acorn Life U21’s County Championship

St Brendan’s begin their campaign this year against Dr Crokes this match takes place on Wednesday 17th of May at 7pm in Blennerville.

You can purchase your tickets for this game on https://www.universe.com/users/kerry-gaa-VLF1SR

Seniors

In this Round 6 game we were first to score three points one each from David O Callaghan, Paudie Bailey and Eoin Greaney. Beale’s first point was followed by a point from Eoin Greaney.

A quick goal and a point from Beale brought the match to a draw. A point each from Gary Savage and David O Callaghan edged St Pats forward but not for long with three points coming from Beale. St Pats 0-06 Beale 2-05

Beale were first to score a point in the opening of the second half, Liam O Sullivan got a beautiful point over the bar. Beale were quick to respond with two points.

With a point each from Patrick Dowling and David O Callaghan, Beale got three points unanswered. St Pats did their best to close the gap with two points from David O Callaghan, a quick shot goal from Eoin Greaney and point from Gary Savage.

Beale put another point on the board to stay ahead. David O Callaghan got two points to bring the gap to a point unfortunately it was not enough to come away with a win. The final whistle blew St Pats 1-14 Beale 2-12

St Pats Team:  Paudie Bailey, Joe O Connor, Conor Enright, Conor Moore, Luke Mulligan, Cillian O Riordan, Brian Murphy, Liam Poff, Patrick Dowling, Brendan Poff, David O Callaghan, Breandan Savage, Eoin Greaney, Liam O Sullivan and Gary Savage.

Subs Used:  Conor Enright was replaced by Cormac Lynch, Patrick Dowling by James Dowling and Liam O Sullivan who came off injured by Adam Hegarty

Our seniors play their Round 7 game against Ballyduff on Sunday 21st of May at 2pm in Ballyduff.

Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Good Luck

To Kerry who play in the GAA Football All Ireland Senior Championship Round 1 against Mayo at 3pm in Fitzgerald Stadium on Saturday 20th of May.

Speedy Recovery

To Liam O Sullivan who came off injured at our senior game at the weekend.

Congratulations

To Justin O Halloran Blennerville/Ballyard who won a Pewter Medal on Saturday 13th as part of the Kerry Community Games in Castlebar.

To CBS The Green who won the Kerry Post-Primary Schools U15 Final Russell Cup on Monday 8thof May against Intermediate School Killorglin, Michael Enright, Darragh Murphy and Jack Costello were all part of the panel that day.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Helen Foley Blennerville, Werner Heinrich Connolly Park, Maurice Galvin Ardfert and Margaret Goggin Kelly’s Height.

Registration 2023

As the registration deadline has now passed it is vital that outstanding membership fees are paid this week for all players from Senior to U5 level.
Failure to have a valid membership for 2023 may preclude players of all ages from taking part in games and/or training sessions and/or use of club facilities.
Membership is also due for club officials and coaches of any age group.

In order to qualify for cover by the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund a player must have a fully paid playing membership on Foireann prior to the injury occurring. The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

any player, parent or coach having difficulty completing the membership process is asked to contact the Club Registrar Fiacc Murphy on 087 6437848

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or theFoireann system at www.foireann.ie

Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra-Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra-walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

Updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am

Early Bird option has now closed: €60 from the 1st of May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link, https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ie%2Fe%2Fdingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0RTDHHQLJ2koZNEK29M-IXjX0Q1cgpG56b5eZUJzYUfqaKtNGueG-zvn0&h=AT2QvtdecH-KatfQEcbbhfi7m8vjhFIPsvwOOfhk-XoreriF9lbzUjOuHRNG41DYpzEDJCVXh5vUwPtt7u038TAAOgQ1OO7LuDtaJyBmKNcvqoOINYbT2LuvXPjqG37OQI6F&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT3d7R0_Usf311VsgvKhV4-GEGW0kVXwg4CmqfhqUnmUicVbKElBDGUKwiFH2d2Rp-5kY2yl55Hf9Tx1Kgyj1x6Oxra8IHZleLnSWH4x_Go1kT35mE3WrwO-dj4vsQ3wUDbCR6PVfhSmai1PMsyo9_Z2Sot56_xvfxGRjwwlsLZcoD-TQNbsbJCHFJIeZgQzPy4qccoZezdTfw

Club Lotto

Tracy Barrett Ashgrove was the winner of our Club Lotto Jackpot of €6500 on Sunday night last. The numbers drawn were 01,10,11,12 Congratulations Tracy.

The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

1.

S and B Quill Lohercannon
2.      Grace Roche Curragraigue

3.      Mary Wallace Online

4.      Luke McNamee c/o Rock Inn

5.      Tommy Brosnan Lohercannon

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2000 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 14/05/2023 at 9:00 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Community Games

Our U14 Girls football team were very unlucky to proceed to semi-final. Had 4 games, won 2 and lost 2. Most of this young team are still underage next year. Many thanks to Therese Greaney and Andrea o Donoghue for all your help with coaching the girls.

Best of luck to Justin O Halloran who represents us and Kerry in the National Community Games Swimming next weekend. Fast swimming Justin

Blennerville/Ballyard Community Games

Athletics will take place Monday 15th May in St Pats GAA field Blennerville

Races from U8 to u16

Special event race for tiny tots….

€2 per child

Time 6pm

County competition is 24th/25th June in An Riocht.

Cúl Camps

St Pats GAA Cúl Camp registration is now open. Please don’t delay in booking as places are filling up fast. You can register at the below link; this year’s camp is from Monday 10th July to Friday 14th July.

https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/?fbclid=IwAR2jg66wBnYMSKQk0I05hf6rJJt1Yrf96X7aDOSGknRXufQTr8N6QI8CvfU

U5

Very well done to all our boys & girls who joined in our under 5 session on the Astroturf on what turned out to be a dry Sunday Morning.

They worked on fun evasion games, team work, kicking skills & obstacle courses. The slightly older kids enjoyed some introduction to small sided match play. Well done to you all, no pressure but all fun, join in as you wish or watch to get the hang of the game! Keep up the skills of kicking catching & throwing at home.

Our players of the week today went to Tom Cournane for great participation in all the games & listening throughout. Our girl’s player of the week went to Danielle for her second session & joining in with a big smile.

Great effort, well done all see you next week.

Gooo St Pats!!!!!

U7

Another energetic training session last Sunday Morning for the boys. Well done to our under 7 player of the week Bobby Dennehy.

U8 Girls

Well done to our U8 girls on a fast, fun session on Sunday last, and to our newly joined Gaelic4Girls players who really added to the team. Congratulations to Faye Fitzmaurice our Player of the week, for her enthusiasm and team work keep up the practise during the week well done girls.

U9

Well done to all our U9 boys for a great training session this week. We worked on movement and ball skills and in particular our pick up and hand passing. A special well done to Michael who was this week’s player of the week.

U10 Girls

Our numbers were down today due to some of the girls having communion celebrations but it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the other girls. They demonstrated great skill at kicking points and goals and played a very competitive game. Our player of the week worked very hard and tackled with great heart and intensity.

U11

St. Pats under 11’s had no game last week but were training Sunday. Everyone put in a great effort especially Paddy, Jake, Dylan and Oscar. It’s important that all our player’s turn up to training and keep practicing their skills at home during the week. We’ll be in contact if there’s a game this Thursday. Training again is next Sunday 14th from 12pm- 1pm on the pitch. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12 Girls

Our U12’s had no game last week due to poor weather conditions. Next game Thursday at home to Abbeydorney at 7.30pm.

U13

Our U13’s had two weekends off in a row with the bank holiday weekend and last weekend. However training continued on Tuesday and Thursday evenings with good numbers in attendance. The second phase of the U13 County League is due to commence this coming Sunday evening but no fixtures were published at the time of the notes going to print. Updated fixtures will be published in next week’s notes. Training continues this week on Tuesday and Thursday evening.

U14 Girls

The annual community games took place on Sunday last in Cordal .The Blennerville area has a great tradition with community games football with two silver all Ireland medals in the club from previous years at Mosney.

This year the area widened which was a great addition to the team .Our First game was against a very strong Beaufort team but it didn’t take long for Blennerville to get going .A spate of quick goals from Amy Turner and Lily Breen got the ball rolling .

Our goalie Eve O’ Sullivan who was definitely the Goalie of the tournament bought off some great saves in the second half and along with a strong defence of Olivia Crean, Emily Corridon, Sarah Greaney, Alannah o Mahoney, Meaghan Barrero and Chloe Passway who defended to the very end got us over the line for a win.

Our midfield pairing of Amy Naughton and Lily Breen ran themselves in to the ground and both really stepped up when needed especially in the last game against Moyvane, which was extremely physical.

Our forwards over the four games played very well and for a forward line that have just been training for the last few weeks really gelled well together.

Amy Turner, Emma Okenwevere, Niamh Murphy, Roisin Sheehy, Kayla Reidy, Lily Hussey and Ashling O Mahoney all did very well and scored some great scores from play and Amy even scored a point from the 45m line .

The work rate of all the team was amazing to watch and considering they have never played together they did really well up against very strong teams who are playing together a lot .

The future of ladies football is in great hands with the players we had on the team today, they showed great heart and determination in all their games and did the community proud . Well done girls and we hope to see most of you again next year.

U15

Well done to our u15 team who competed in Feile on Friday evening in Blennerville.

After a titanic battle we came up just short against a strong Ardfert team who went on to reach the county final on Saturday. We had another great game against Northern Gaels and lost by a point.

This is a big week for our team as we play Tarbert away in the semi-final of the county league on Wednesday at 7pm. This was as a result of our best performance of the year, where we had a 3-7 to 0-5 win over Dromid/Waterville last week.

U17

Our U17’s St Pats/Kerins O Rahilly’s played away on bank holiday Monday, they had another great win. Well done to all involved.

Their third game is home to St Mary’s/ Renard in Blennerville at 7pm on Monday 8thof May.

Seniors

Our seniors play in their Round 6 in Credit Union County League on Sunday 14th of May, they play at home against Beale at 2pm.

Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Senior B’s

Our senior B’s are playing their Round 3 of the Development League at home against Ballydonoghue B on last Saturday Evening. Ballydonoghue was first to opening the scoring with a quick goal, Breandan Savage got our first point of the game.

With a goal and four points scored by Ballydonoghue which was made difficult by us, Conor Enright added a point to our score. With another goal scored by Ballydonoghue, Adam Hegarty executed a beautiful goal to rock the back of the net in the dying minutes of the first half. Ballydonoghue added one final point before the first half ended. St Pats B 1-02 Ballydonoghue B 3-05

Ballydonoghue began the second half with a point, Adam Hegarty added another point to his scoring. Four points unanswered by Ballydonoghue but Breandan Savage and Cillian Lynch each added a point to St Pats scoreboard. Ballydonoghue got another point with Breandan Savage adding the last score for St Pats With this half Ballydonoghue got a goal and a point with the final whistle blowing. St Pats B 1-06 Ballydonoghue B 4-12

St Pats B Team: Trevor Farmer, Adam Mulvihill, James Dowling, Mike Doody, Cillian Lynch, Conor Burke, Conor Enright, Gary Savage, Niall McCarthy, Cormac Lynch, Breandan Savage, Martin Savage, Danny Greaney, Adam Hegarty and Shane Jordan.

Subs Used: Darragh Moriarty for Cillian Lynch, Liam O Sullivan for Conor Enright Jack Lynch for Niall McCarthy, Nathan Moriarty for Danny Greaney and Anthony Flynn for Martin Savage

Well Done

To our Coiste Na nÓg Chairperson Mike and Secretary Rosalie for creating our great page promoting our club which appeared in the Munster Senior Football Championship Programme between Kerry and Clare.

Congratulations

To Kerry who won against Clare in the Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Final at the weekend.

To the pupils of St Brendan’s National School who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday.

To any children who are receiving their first Holy Communion in the local area.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Ellen Clifford Ballymac and Killarney, John Joe Harrington Ballyard, Eileen Moriarty Fenit and Kathleen Sheehy Dingle.

Registration 2023

As the registration deadline has now passed it is vital that outstanding membership fees are paid this week for all players from Senior to U5 level.
Failure to have a valid membership for 2023 may preclude players of all ages from taking part in games and/or training sessions and/or use of club facilities.
Membership is also due for club officials and coaches of any age group.

In order to qualify for cover by the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund a player must have a fully paid playing membership on Foireann prior to the injury occurring. The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Any player, parent or coach having difficulty completing the membership process is asked to contact the Club Registrar Fiacc Murphy on 087 6437848

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra-Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra-walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

Updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am

Early Bird option has now closed: €60 from the 1st of May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link, https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ie%2Fe%2Fdingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0RTDHHQLJ2koZNEK29M-IXjX0Q1cgpG56b5eZUJzYUfqaKtNGueG-zvn0&h=AT2QvtdecH-KatfQEcbbhfi7m8vjhFIPsvwOOfhk-XoreriF9lbzUjOuHRNG41DYpzEDJCVXh5vUwPtt7u038TAAOgQ1OO7LuDtaJyBmKNcvqoOINYbT2LuvXPjqG37OQI6F&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT3d7R0_Usf311VsgvKhV4-GEGW0kVXwg4CmqfhqUnmUicVbKElBDGUKwiFH2d2Rp-5kY2yl55Hf9Tx1Kgyj1x6Oxra8IHZleLnSWH4x_Go1kT35mE3WrwO-dj4vsQ3wUDbCR6PVfhSmai1PMsyo9_Z2Sot56_xvfxGRjwwlsLZcoD-TQNbsbJCHFJIeZgQzPy4qccoZezdTfw

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €6400 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 12, 18, 28 & 29. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Ciara & PJ Higgins Lohercannon
Kevin Madden Cnoc Gorm
Billy Hobbert O’Rahillys Villas
Tom Landers Gortalea
John Breen Hunter’s Wood
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €6500 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 07/04/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to all who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Darkness into Light Walk

Darkness into Light walk will take place at Curraheen Lar at 5AM on Saturday morning 6th May in aid of Pieta House. T-Shirts supplied enquiries to 0863052710.

Cúl Camps

St Pats GAA Cúl Camp registration is now open. Please don’t delay in booking as places are filling up fast. You can register at the below link; this year’s camp is from Monday 10th July to Friday 14th July.

https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/?fbclid=IwAR2jg66wBnYMSKQk0I05hf6rJJt1Yrf96X7aDOSGknRXufQTr8N6QI8CvfU

U5

Under 5 boys and girls had a fun energetic session on the astro turf on a beautiful morning. They worked on agility, balance & coordination through evasion & weight bearing fun exercises all to develop their movement patterns. Ball skills are coming on well with some great kicking on display.

Keep practicing with a soft ball / balloon at home to get the timing of the kick. Thanks to our older player mentors Grace, Ailbhe, Thomas & Hugh for helping out with the session & leading by example! Welcome to any new families who have recently joined us. More are always welcome! Very well done to our enthusiastic player of the week duo Jack & Robyn! Gooo St Pats!!

U7

We had good numbers on Sunday last being back in the field. Excellent fun and skills worked on. Looking forward to next Sunday again and we might have a few go games kicking off shortly. Well done to Player of The Week to Cathal Scanlon.

U8 Girls

Well done to our U8 girls on a fast, fun session on Sunday Morning and to our newly joined Gaelic4Girls players who really added to the team. Congratulations also to Olivia our POTW for great teamwork and leading by example! Keep up the practice everyone.

U9

A great week for our U9’s, firstly we travelled west to An Gaeltacht Tuesday evening in big no’s to play in our first Go Game of the year. We played 3 fantastic games of football against our hosts. Sunday morning all the lads were back in training and had a great session working on their skills and in particular the pick-up! Well done to Darragh Moriarty who was this week’s Player of the Week.

U10 Girls 

Great effort by everyone at Sunday morning’s training session, really enjoyable for all. Sophie Mulgrew was our deserving winner of player of the week, she has recently joined the team from our Gaelic4girls initiative and is a great asset to the Girls.

A few more weeks of training and we will be ready for our 1st game.

U11 

The boys travelled to Ballyduff last Thursday and played through some miserable conditions to put in a gritty performance. Both games had different challenges but everyone put in an excellent effort. Sunday’s training had much better weather and gave us a great opportunity to work on our skills. The training match was a great contest and our new player Sean made an immediate impact with his effective marking and effort.

Our next game is away to Listry on Thursday.

We train again on Sunday at 12pm in Blennerville and remember to keep practicing skills at home.

U12 Girls 

The girls were away to Na Gaeil on Thursday evening last .Well done to everyone on another great performance and coming away with a well-deserved win. It was great to see all our new and younger players playing superbly and all our forwards getting their names on the team sheet. We will train Tuesday from 6 to 7. Game at home on Thursday against Finuge/ St. Senan’s at 7.15.

U14 Girls

Training continues this week for the Girls, Tuesday evening.

U15

Congratulations to our u15 team who had a great win at home to Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist on Wednesday last. St Pats had strong performances from Jack Costello at the back, Michael Enright at midfield and Darragh Murphy and Jack Flahive up front.

Conor Sheehan and Jack Cashman made a great impact off the bench and Jamie Bowler was an unused sub but has been scoring heavy for the B team who had a big win vs Kenmare on Friday 21st, where Rodhan Culloo was also outstanding.

We wish Gary Scollard a quick return from injury.

U17

Our U17’s St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys began their U17 Central Region Campaign against Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist/Castlegregory on last Monday night, they came away with a great win for their first match.

Their Second game is away to Dromid/Waterville in Dromid at 3pm on Monday 1st of May.

Seniors

Our seniors played their Round 5 County League game last Sunday at home. This game was a much needed win after getting caught by small margins in the last few matches. With scoring coming fast from both sides from very early.

Luke Mulligan got the first score of the game with a point, Dr. Crokes B got a point from a free. Fergal O Brien got a quick scored goal on Dr. Crokes B goalie. Dr Crokes B players each got their own point, with a pass from Patrick Dowling, Fergal O Brien added another point to St Pats score.

The opposition got a point and quick goal which allowed Dr Crokes B to go ahead. St Pat’s next three scores came from Brian Murphy, Fergal O Brien and Patrick Dowling with a point each. These were St Pats last score of the game, more scores from opposition players getting a point each which ended the first half St Pats 1-05 Dr Crokes B 1-06

Dr Crokes B opened the first half with a point, three scores from Luke Mulligan, David O Callaghan and Fergal O Brien which were points.

With a free for Dr. Crokes B put over the bar which drew the game. Kieran Hurley got his point from a beautiful kick while under pressure, Dr Crokes B put their own point on the board soon after.

With an assist from Gary Savage, Patrick Dowling of St Pats kicked the ball over the bar to add to the scoreboard. A free from Fergal O Brien converting the kick into a point, opposition put another mark on the match with a point.

St Pats were next to score with three point’s unanswered two points from Fergal O Brien and one from Eoin O Carroll. One last point added to Dr Crokes B score the final whistle blew with the scoreboard reading St Pats 1-14 Dr Crokes B 1-11

St Pats Team: Paudie Bailey, Joe O Connor, Niall McCarthy, Conor Moore, Eoin O Carroll, Cillian O Riordan, Luke Mulligan, Liam Poff, Patrick Dowling, Eoin Greaney, David O Callaghan, Liam O Sullivan, Fergal O Brien, Brendan Poff and Brian Murphy

Subs Used: Conor Enright for Eoin O Carroll, Gary Savage for Liam Poff and Kieran Hurley for Eoin Greaney.

Senior B’s

Our senior B’s are playing their Round 3 of the Development League at home against Ballydonoghue B at 7pm on Saturday 6th of May. Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Birthday Wishes

To Mary Fitzgerald Camp who recently celebrated a significant birthday.

Congratulations

To the students of Blennerville who are making their first Holy Communion on Saturday 6th of May at 1pm in St John’s Church.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Maurice Roche Blennerville & Moyderwell, Michael Slattery Ballyduff and Tom Fitzgerald Camp.

Registration 2023

As the registration deadline has now passed it is vital that outstanding membership fees are paid this week for all players from Senior to U5 level.

Failure to have a valid membership for 2023 may preclude players of all ages from taking part in games and/or training sessions and/or use of club facilities.
Membership is also due for club officials and coaches of any age group.

In order to qualify for cover by the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund a player must have a fully paid playing membership on Foireann prior to the injury occurring. The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement.

The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance.

The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Any player, parent or coach having difficulty completing the membership process is asked to contact the Club Registrar Fiacc Murphy on 087 6437848

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play).

The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am

Early Bird option: €55 before the 1st of May; €60 from the 1st of May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link, https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ie%2Fe%2Fdingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0RTDHHQLJ2koZNEK29M-IXjX0Q1cgpG56b5eZUJzYUfqaKtNGueG-zvn0&h=AT2QvtdecH-KatfQEcbbhfi7m8vjhFIPsvwOOfhk-XoreriF9lbzUjOuHRNG41DYpzEDJCVXh5vUwPtt7u038TAAOgQ1OO7LuDtaJyBmKNcvqoOINYbT2LuvXPjqG37OQI6F&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT3d7R0_Usf311VsgvKhV4-GEGW0kVXwg4CmqfhqUnmUicVbKElBDGUKwiFH2d2Rp-5kY2yl55Hf9Tx1Kgyj1x6Oxra8IHZleLnSWH4x_Go1kT35mE3WrwO-dj4vsQ3wUDbCR6PVfhSmai1PMsyo9_Z2Sot56_xvfxGRjwwlsLZcoD-TQNbsbJCHFJIeZgQzPy4qccoZezdTfw

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €6300 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 6,10,13,28.. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Dolores Ryle c/o Betty’s Bar
Helen Foran c/o Rock Inn
Junior Moriarty c/o Betty’s Bar
Antoinette Savage Derrymore West
Tom Landers Gortalea
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €6400 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 30/04/2023 at 9:00 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Darkness into Light Walk

Darkness into Light walk will take place at Curraheen Lar at 5AM on Saturday morning 6th May in aid of Pieta House. T-Shirts supplied enquiries to 0863052710.

Cúl Camps

St Pats GAA Cúl Camp registration is now open. Please don’t delay in booking as places are filling up fast. You can register at the below link; this year’s camp is from Monday 10th July to Friday 14th July.

https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/?fbclid=IwAR2jg66wBnYMSKQk0I05hf6rJJt1Yrf96X7aDOSGknRXufQTr8N6QI8CvfU

U5

Very well done to all the under 5 boys & girls who enjoyed our first session back on the astroturf at St Pats. We were delighted to have so many children and parents joining our coaches & older mentor players. They enjoyed plenty of running, evasion games, catching coaches, ball skills and teamwork. Coaches noticed how much more engaged and confident our 2 players of the week were. Very well done to Liam and Keanna today for listening & joining in with the fun! Keep up the practice at home boys & girls & see you all back at St Pats at 10.30am next Sunday morning. New players are always welcome to watch & join in where they can. Go St Pats!

U7

Great to have the U7’s back outdoors this week as training returned to St. Pats. Player of the week was Stevie Boyle, keep up the good work Boys.

U8 Girls

Well done to all our U8 girls on the upbeat transition back to grass despite a very fresh morning in Blennerville last Sunday. Congratulations to our Gaelic4girls ladies too who slotted straight in with their new teammates and looked right at home. Big smiles all round so I hope the girls had a fun session. Well done to Sadie our POTW for leading by example this week. Keep up the practice and see you all next week.

U9

The under 9s enjoyed getting back on the pitch in Blennerville and put in a great effort on Sunday morning. The boys started off with a fun warm up and agility drills, then played possession games and finished with a match in which they displayed their skills. Well done to player of the week this week Dara O Regan for his great effort.

U10 Girls

We had a brilliant turnout on Sunday for our 1st session back in our beautiful home field in Blennerville. Special mention must go to our new recruits from the very successful Gaelic4Girls initiative, they were excellent and should be very proud of themselves as should Paul and their coaches.

We are delighted to welcome one of their brilliant coaches Niamh onto our U10 coaching ticket for 2023. Our session was excellent this week and our player of the week was well deserved as she showed great skill and tenacity. The U9’s mixed team are playing on Tuesday evening at 6.30pm in An Gaeltacht, Any girl who is turning nine this year is very welcome to take part.

U11

We hosted Castleisland Desmonds on Thursday last, and they provided an excellent challenge with both games well contested. As always, the effort levels were high, and the games were played in a great sporting manner. Jack, AJ, James, Noah, and Cian were excellent along with all the other players.

Our training this Sunday was a combined effort with the U13s, and the younger boys really upped their work rate in the skills drills to try and match the bigger lads.

The training match focused on space, movement, and positional discipline. Playing on a larger pitch meant some serious running and kicking was needed and most of the boys rose to the task. Thanks to the U13 coaches for running the session.

Our next game is away to Ballyduff on Thursday evening, details will be sent out shortly.

We train back in Blennerville on Sunday at 12pm as usual.

U12 Girls

The U12 Girls played their 1st game at home Last Tuesday evening against Churchill B Team, they put in a great performance and came away with a well-deserved win. Well done to everyone who played outstanding but a special well done to Kasey and Julia for playing their first ever game with St. Pats and proved to be a huge asset to our team.

The girls went on to play a challenge match on a glorious Sunday evening last in Camp against Annascaul the girls played brilliantly and were delighted to come away with the win.  A great evening of football overall. See you all Tuesday evening at 6 o clock for training, next match Thursday away to Na Gaeil B.

U13

There was no County League game for our U13’s this week but they did have a useful mixed training match with the U11’s last Sunday morning in glorious sunshine. Our u13’s will train again this Tuesday evening and will play the last game in the first phase of the County League at home to Moyvane Friday next at 6:30pm. They will have the bank holiday weekend off with the second phase of the County League due to start on May 7th.

U14 Girls

The U14 girls played at home against Laune Rangers B Team last Friday evening. Every player played their hearts out and never gave up. It was a very exciting game to watch and the girls very unlucky not to come away with a well-deserved win. We can only blame the crossbar on this occasion!  We will train on Tuesday evening at 6 o clock. See you all then.

U15

Our 15s had their first loss away to Finuge last Wednesday night.

Next up is a home game in Blennerville on Wednesday vs Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist. Training continues Monday 6-7pm in Ballyrickard.

U17

Our U17’s St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys begin their U17 Central Region Campaign against Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tuosist/Castlegregory on Monday 24th of April at 7pm in Strand Road.

Seniors

In Sunny Cromane last Sunday we played our Round 4 of the county league. The first half was low scoring for both sides. Our score was scored by Kieran Hurley, which was two points, Cromane scores were two points also.

The second half began with two points from Cromane with each a point in reply scored by Kieran Hurley and Fergal O Brien. With back-and-forth scores, the opposition added another two points which we answered with our own two points from Kieran Hurley and David O Callaghan. Cromane added a point quick after our scores with them scoring a quick goal also.

A point each from Gary Savage and Fergal O Brien which were well earned, Cromane added one last point before the whistle blew for full time. From the very beginning the weather was warm but there were many heated exchanges throughout the match, it was hard fought from beginning to end.

Our Seniors are scheduled to play in their Credit Union County Senior Football League Round 5 against Dr. Crokes B in Blennerville on Sunday 30th of April at 2pm. Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Congratulations

To Kerry who beat Tipperary in the Munster GAA Senior Semi-Final Championship at the weekend.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Frank King Fenit
and Noreen Cronin Caherslee & Ballyard.

Registration 2023

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund.

However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or theFoireann system at www.foireann.ie

Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am

Early Bird option: €55 before the 1st of May; €60 from the 1st May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link, https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ie%2Fe%2Fdingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0RTDHHQLJ2koZNEK29M-IXjX0Q1cgpG56b5eZUJzYUfqaKtNGueG-zvn0&h=AT2QvtdecH-KatfQEcbbhfi7m8vjhFIPsvwOOfhk-XoreriF9lbzUjOuHRNG41DYpzEDJCVXh5vUwPtt7u038TAAOgQ1OO7LuDtaJyBmKNcvqoOINYbT2LuvXPjqG37OQI6F&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT3d7R0_Usf311VsgvKhV4-GEGW0kVXwg4CmqfhqUnmUicVbKElBDGUKwiFH2d2Rp-5kY2yl55Hf9Tx1Kgyj1x6Oxra8IHZleLnSWH4x_Go1kT35mE3WrwO-dj4vsQ3wUDbCR6PVfhSmai1PMsyo9_Z2Sot56_xvfxGRjwwlsLZcoD-TQNbsbJCHFJIeZgQzPy4qccoZezdTfw

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €6100 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 14,21,23 & 27. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Katie Moriarty Curraheen
William Howard Online
Eamonn O Halloran c/o Mono
Tommy Brosnan Lohercannon
Aisling Moriarty Curraheen
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €6200 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 16/04/2023 at 9:00 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

County Clean-Up Day

Curraheen Community Council will organise a clean-up of the road between Tonevane and Derrymore West on Sat April 15th. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Bags, gloves, and hi-vis jackets will be provided. Please contact Debbie (087)2319190

Blennerville/Lohercannon/White Wall and Cockleshell Clean Up

We are having clean up next Saturday 15th in Blennerville, / Lohercannon/ White Wall & Cockleshell Road, at 11am and we ask people to come out to help, only an hour of your day needed. Bags and light weight gloves provided. Any queries contact Kathleen Poff 0872414681.

Tony O Donoghue Walk

This year’s walk takes place on Saturday 15th of April beginning at 4pm from Blennerville windmill, walkers will head back the canal bank on to the lock gates, looping to Lohercannon and back to Skelper Quanes for a burger, music, a pint or a cuppa and some spot prizes. This year the funds raised will go towards buying games and a console for Donal’s Den at the Palliative Care Unit, a comfort chair that can be used in both the day unit and Inpatient Unit and two Bluetooth speakers for the jacuzzi room and the gym in the units.

Spot prizes already gathered by the organiser, Tony’s daughter Andrea, include a signed Kerry jersey while Sam Maguire will also be present. There will also be music from 5pm to 7pm with David O’Leary and following that DJ Mick will spin some 80s tunes. Seamus O’Sullivan is also sponsoring burgers for walkers.

If you can’t attend, you can donate online at the following link https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/AndreaOdonoghue23

Juvenile Academy

Our Juvenile Academy is back at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12pm-1pm. Open to all boys and girls from under 5 up to Under 13. We look forward to seeing all our boys and girls back with us for 2023 and welcome all new members living in the Tralee area. Great value €2 per child, for more Information contact Michael 0863855428

Gaelic4Girls

This is an 8-week programme for 6–12-Year-old Girls to who might be interested in sport 10am to 11am at St Pat Blennerville V92RH98 and it is €12 per girl (Total) We’re nearby at 2Km from the Aqua Dome, so why not give it a try? Spread the word!! Contact Paul 0873724087

U5

All our under 5’s enjoyed a fun filled session on Easter Sunday and enjoyed a visit from the Easter bunny, all got a well-deserved Easter egg after the session. Congrats to the players of the week Noisiu and Suin.

U8 Girls

Quieter than usual at MTU on Sunday Morning, with the Easter bank holiday, but a good opportunity to practice some possession games with our great U8 group. This morning we focused on agility, tackling and teamwork in a variety of drills. Well done everyone and to Ciara our player of the week for really putting her training into practice during our mini game. Keep practicing and see you all next week.

U9

Great fun on Sunday Morning when the Easter Bunny joined us to work on the pick-up and hand passes and gave us a few useful football tips along the way!  Well done to all the boys who were full of energy and finished the session with a very competitive game. We have our first Go Game coming up this Tuesday in Blennerville at 6:15pm and we wish the boys well. Well done to Rian who took home player of the week.

U10 Girls

Great session on Sunday, great enthusiasm, and skill on display by the girls.

Player of the week showed great skill and scored some wonderful goals.

U11

Our first home game this year was against An Ghaeltacht who provided an excellent challenge. Our players really put in great effort with some super performances.

Many thanks to the U9s who played up and showed some of the U11s how it’s done.

Training on Easter Sunday was a more subdued affair and with many players away, the committed few who attended really improved throughout the session.

Their commitment was rewarded by the visit of the Easter Bunny who proved more than a match for the more boisterous tackles our boys attempted.

We hope everyone had a wonderful Easter and we look forward to seeing everyone at our next match Away to Beaufort, details will be circulated shortly.

Training continues in the MTU next Sunday.

U12 Boys

We are fundraising for our u12 football team who have been selected to represent Kerry in a blitz in Croke Park on April 12th. This is a fantastic honour for our club and a great opportunity for our u12 stars to play in Croke Park. We are fundraising in support of this trip to help with travel and other costs. Any donation you can give is much appreciated. Please use the link below to donate.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/st-pats-u12-croke-park-football-blitz?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_content=undefined&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer&utm_term=undefined

U13

Our u13’s trained twice last week in preparation for their county league game away to Cordal which was played in wet conditions in Cordal on Sunday last. With a few late withdrawals, the 12 boys that togged out played their hearts out and never gave up the fight to a much older and bigger Cordal team. Cordal ran out comfortable winners in the end.

We make the short trip to Ballyrickard to Kerins O’Rahillys in the next round of the county league this Sunday. In the meantime, we wish our u11 and u12 players who are travelling to Croke Park on Wednesday to play in the National Blitz the best of luck. Team vs Cordal: Rylan Flynn, James Daly, Paddy Flynn, Jace Flynn, Aidan Berry, Callum Rice, Hugh Costello, Tommy Costello, Thomas Colivet, Charlie Sharp, Darragh Flahive, Isaac Price.

U12/U14 Girls

Training continues this week on Tuesday evening at 5.30pm at St Pats grounds.

U15

Our U15’s had a strong 4-14 to 1-8 win over Knock/ Brosna in Round 2 of the County League.

This week our A team are away to Dromid/Waterville on Wednesday and our B team play Glenflesk on Friday evening.

Seniors

With wind and rain from the very start the opposition started with three points in total. Kieran Hurley got the first of our scores with a point.

The opposition added two more points, Fergal O Brien got a point despite weather conditions. With a point each from Castlegregory and Kieran Hurley got the last score of the game. This half finished St Pats 0-03 to Castlegregory 0-08.

The second half began with three opening scores from St Pats Players two from Kieran Hurley and one from David O Callaghan. Castlegregory responded with two points in quick succession.

Kieran Hurley and Fergal O Brien each got another point to close in on Castlegregory. Castlegregory got two points to keep them ahead. Kieran Hurley added another point to the scoreboard with Castlegregory adding another point soon after.

Kieran Hurley put another point on the board which brought the half to an end. St Pats 0-10 Castlegregory 0-13.

St Pats Team: Paudi Bailey, Luke Mulligan, Niall McCarthy, Joe O Connor, Tommy Lynch, Cillian O Riordan, Cillian Lynch, Liam Poff, Brian Murphy, Kieran Hurley, Breandan Poff, Liam O Sullivan, David O Callaghan, Eoin Greaney and Fergal O Brien.

Subs Used: Cormac Lynch for Cillian O Riordan, Patrick Dowling for Liam Poff

Senior B’s

Our Senior Bs are scheduled to play in their Development League Division 4 Round 2 against Sneem/Derrynane B in Blennerville on Sunday 16th of April at 2pm. Please keep an eye for any changes in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Congratulations

To Donal Kelliher who celebrated his 94 years young this week surrounded by family, friends, and neighbours.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Kit Griffin Lohercannon, Anthony Harty Ardfert & Ballyheigue, John Browne Ballymac, Lorraine McEvoy Lee Drive & Hawley Park and Tom Maunsell Abbeydorney.

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Registration 2023

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund. However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 6:15 to 7:00am

Early Bird option: €55 before the 1st of May; €60 from the 1st May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:00am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link, https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ie%2Fe%2Fdingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0RTDHHQLJ2koZNEK29M-IXjX0Q1cgpG56b5eZUJzYUfqaKtNGueG-zvn0&h=AT2QvtdecH-KatfQEcbbhfi7m8vjhFIPsvwOOfhk-XoreriF9lbzUjOuHRNG41DYpzEDJCVXh5vUwPtt7u038TAAOgQ1OO7LuDtaJyBmKNcvqoOINYbT2LuvXPjqG37OQI6F&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT3d7R0_Usf311VsgvKhV4-GEGW0kVXwg4CmqfhqUnmUicVbKElBDGUKwiFH2d2Rp-5kY2yl55Hf9Tx1Kgyj1x6Oxra8IHZleLnSWH4x_Go1kT35mE3WrwO-dj4vsQ3wUDbCR6PVfhSmai1PMsyo9_Z2Sot56_xvfxGRjwwlsLZcoD-TQNbsbJCHFJIeZgQzPy4qccoZezdTfw

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €6000 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 02,11,16 & 27. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Harry Poff co/ Poff Motors
Jimmy Savage Curraheen
Tom Hill Snr Lohercannon
Carol O Shea Curraheen
Nigel Hennessy c/o St Pats
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €6100 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 09/04/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Dawn Mass

Dawn Mass at 6am in Annagh Cemetery on Easter Sunday Morning. Refreshments afterwards in Curraheen Community Room Everyone Welcome.

County Clean-Up Day

Curraheen Community Council will organise a clean-up of the road between Tonevane and Derrymore West on Sat April 15th. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Bags, gloves and hi-vis jackets will be provided. Please contact Debbie (087)2319190

Juvenile Academy

Our Juvenile Academy is back at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12pm-1pm. Open to all boys and girls from under 5 up to Under 13. We look forward to seeing all our boys and girls back with us for 2023 and welcome all new members living in the Tralee area. Great value €2 per child, for more Information contact Michael 0863855428

Gaelic4Girls

This is an 8-week programme for 6–12-Year-old Girls to who might be interested in sport 10am to 11am at St Pat Blennerville V92RH98 and it is €12 per girl (Total) We’re nearby at 2Km from the Aqua Dome, so why not give it a try? Spread the word!! Contact Paul 0873724087

U5

Well done to all the boy’s and girls for showing up with great enthusiasm on  Sunday for another fun football and movement session in the MTU.

Thanks to coach Ruth for leading the session in the absence of my voice! We kept the energy up with foundation movement skills ball handling, obstacle courses. Stuck in the mud -kids VS Coaches proved to be a big hit as is the tug-of-war to finish.. keep up that healthy eating & getting strong everyone!!

Special mention to Kelly & Finn for joining in really well even if a little nervous to begin! Remember all the boys & girls will get a chance to win the trophies! Keep practicing & running around with big smiles . Currently the session is due to go ahead next week for Easter but we will update the parents if any change.

U8 Girls

Well done to our eager U8 girls this morning for jumping straight into a busy mixed boys & girls session @ MTU…I hope they had fun.  This was a good introduction for when the Go games come along later this summer.  A great group to coach, they worked hard on their solo-bounce, tackling, Hand passing, evasion and kicking.  Well done to our deserving Player of the week, Hannah who paid great attention…Keep practicing and see you all next week .

U9 Boys

A super Sunday for our u9 boys who were all in top form. This week we continued to work on the pickup and also had some new kicking drills. Well done to everyone for all the practising at home during the week. Nicholas was this week’s coaches pick for Player of the Week. Thanks again to our coaches.

U11

Our U11s kicked off their first game of the year with a Brendan’s Board fixture away to Ardfert Thursday evening last. The players acquitted themselves very well and the substitutes showed great patience and supported their teammates from the side line. Excellent contributions were offered by Oscar, Eoin, Foinn and Luke to name but a few.

Training at the MTU this Sunday was another sunny affair and as usual the skill levels were high during our drills section.

The session was finished off with a well contested training match where there were some feisty tackles and the boys really challenged each other to improve. We hope to host a game this coming Thursday evening and details will be circulated as soon as possible. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12 Boys

We are fundraising for our u12 football team who have been selected to represent Kerry in a blitz in Croke Park on April 12th. This is a fantastic honour for our club and a great opportunity for our u12 stars to play in Croke Park.

We are fundraising in support of this trip to help with travel and other costs. Any donation you can give is much appreciated. Please use the link below to donate.

Fundraiser by Michael Moriarty: St Pats u12 Croke Park Football Blitz (gofundme.com)

U13

Due to the inclement weather, our U13 county league game at home to Moyvane was postponed to a later date. In the meantime, our boys trained last Tuesday and Thursday evening on our own Astro and also on Sunday at 12 noon at the MTU Astro.

Training will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We are scheduled to play Cordal in Cordal next Sunday but further details will be posted on the parents WhatsApp group later in the week.

On a side note, well done to our U13 players who represented Blennerville/Ballyard in the Cross Country Community Games last Sunday in Beaufort; Stephen Enright along with the two sets of twins; The Flynn’s and Costello’s.

Also congrats to Thomas Colivet who won a Gold medal in the Blennerville/Ballyard Art Competition. He will represent the area in the County Final in the coming weeks.

U14 Girls

The U14 girls had their 3rd match in the NCP Division 8 away to John Mitchel’s B Team on Sunday evening. St. Pats were ahead at half time, but the game changed in the 2nd half with the home team coming away with the win! Training continues this Thursday evening, our next match will be on April 23rd for the girls .

U15

Our U15 team got their county league campaign underway with an emphatic 3-15 to 1-8 win over Spa in Killarney last Wednesday.

St pats were represented by Conor Sheehan and Gary Scollard in the half back line, Michael Enright at midfield, Jack Costello,  Darragh Murphy and Jack Flahive up front.  Jamie Bowler made a strong impact when introduced off the bench.

Our B team play away to Mitchels at 6:30 on Monday  and our A team will be in Ballyrickard on Wednesday to play Knock/Brosna at 7pm.

Seniors

With the roar of the rally in the background our seniors started their Round 2 game against Cordal in Cordal. The first half began with points from David O Callaghan and Fergal O Brien, Cordal quickly added a point to begin their scoring.

With two points from Brendan Poff and one point from David O Callaghan. St Pats had the lead, Cordal added three points in quick succession to bring them within a point of us. Fergal O Brien added a point of his own with Cordal adding one point themselves.

Fergal added another point this would be St Pats last score for this half. Cordal had the final two points scored for this half to end St Pats 0-07 to Cordal 0-07.

The second half began with a strong wind. Fergal O Brien put two points on the board without reply. Cordal got hold of the ball and added another point to their tally, with a point from Luke Mulligan St Pats held on to their lead.

With a quick point and an even quicker goal Cordal had overtaken us. With our final point coming from Fergal O Brien, Cordal went on and scored a goal and two points to finish this game as match winners. St Pats 0-11 Cordal 2-11.

Team: Paudie Bailey, Dylan Griffin, Conor Moore, Joe O Connor, Tommy Lynch, Cillian O Riordan, Cillian Lynch, Liam Poff, Brian Murphy, Gary Savage, Brendan Poff, Luke Mulligan, David O Callaghan, Eoin Greaney and Fergal O Brien.

Subs Used: Niall McCarthy for Dylan Griffin, Cormac Lynch for Joe O Connor, Ali Gardezi for Cillian Lynch, and Patrick Dowling for Brian Murphy.

Our Seniors are scheduled to play in their Credit Union County Senior Football League Division 4 Round 3 against Castlegregory. Please keep an eye for information on this fixture in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Speedy Recovery

To Cillian Lynch and Dylan Griffin who both came off injured in our senior game at the weekend.

Congratulations

To CBS The Green on winning the Munster U16.5 ‘A’ Frewen Cup final on last Thursday in Banteer against St Francis College from Rochestown in Cork. St Pats were represented by Michael Enright who was part of the panel and Liam O Sullivan as coach.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Gerard Nammock Mitchels Rd, Kate Carmody Connolly Park and Nora Moriarty Connolly Park.

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Registration 2023

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund. However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out. It begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker or those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 7 to 7:45am

Early Bird option: €55 before the 1st of May; €60 from the 1st May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:30am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e., will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link, https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ie%2Fe%2Fdingle-way-challenge-2023-tickets-549474913257%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0RTDHHQLJ2koZNEK29M-IXjX0Q1cgpG56b5eZUJzYUfqaKtNGueG-zvn0&h=AT2QvtdecH-KatfQEcbbhfi7m8vjhFIPsvwOOfhk-XoreriF9lbzUjOuHRNG41DYpzEDJCVXh5vUwPtt7u038TAAOgQ1OO7LuDtaJyBmKNcvqoOINYbT2LuvXPjqG37OQI6F&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT3d7R0_Usf311VsgvKhV4-GEGW0kVXwg4CmqfhqUnmUicVbKElBDGUKwiFH2d2Rp-5kY2yl55Hf9Tx1Kgyj1x6Oxra8IHZleLnSWH4x_Go1kT35mE3WrwO-dj4vsQ3wUDbCR6PVfhSmai1PMsyo9_Z2Sot56_xvfxGRjwwlsLZcoD-TQNbsbJCHFJIeZgQzPy4qccoZezdTfw

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5900 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 08,17,22 & 30. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

John Williams Curragraigue
Kieran O Dwyer Lohercannon
Caroline Hutchinson Tralee
Imelda O Sullivan Curraheen
Beatrice O Sullivan Annagh
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €6000 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 02/04/2023 at 9:00 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy

Our Juvenile Academy is back at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12pm-1pm. Open to all boys and girls from under 5 up to Under 13. We look forward to seeing all our boys and girls back with us for 2023 and welcome all new members living in the Tralee area. Great value €2 per child, for more Information contact Michael 0863855428

Gaelic4Girls

Well done to all our girls on a very enjoyable 3rd week of Gaelic4Girls on a lovely Spring morning. The girl’s progress has been excellent and it’s wonderful to see their confidence grow and how well the group are binding and the camaraderie between them, their coaches are delighted. We are planning the girls merge with their club mates at their playing age once the G4G draws to a close. Thanks for your support and looking forward to seeing you all next week.

This is an 8-week programme for 6-12 Year old Girls to who might be interested in sport 10am to 11am at St Pat Blennerville V92RH98 and it is €12 per girl (Total) We’re nearby at 2Km from the Aqua Dome, so why not give it a try? Spread the word!! Contact Paul 0873724087

U5

Another good turnout by our under 5s today who had lots of fun and never stop running around . They played lots of games including roller ball and sharks and fishes. They really enjoyed the obstacles course. Our players of the week were Rian and Aoife. Well done to everyone and see you back at the MTU for the next few weeks until the weather improves.

U7

The U7’s had another energetic training session this week . Well done to our player of the week Tommy Watkinson , who impressed the coaches on Sunday. Keep up the practice at home Boys!

U8 Girls

Thanks everyone for a lively session at MTU on Sunday, lots of smiles and rosy cheeks.! The girls showed great interest and eagerness and their skills and confidence are improving each week, keep up the practice at home. No Player of the week, this week due to a trophy injury but looking forward to seeing you all again next week.

U9 Boys

Great work from our u9’s this week, everyone was full of running and all had great fun. After our warmup and agility course we worked on our hand passing and the “pick up” and finished with 2 great competitive games. Well done to all the lads and especially Tadgh our player of the week. Make sure to keep up the practice at home. Thanks also to our coaches Michéal, Paidi, Noel and James.

U10 Girls

All the girls were excellent at Sunday’s training session. A marked improvement on hand passing in the last few weeks the teamwork and communication was exemplary.

Our player of the week was well deserving.

U11

A fabulous afternoon of sunshine meant this Sunday’s training session was extra enjoyable for all involved!  Skills continue to improve and in our training game Darragh Murphy ran riot, with great contributions from Jayden, Cillian, and Jake. We ask that all the players make an effort to practice at home, especially with our St Brendan’s board games due to start this week. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U13

Due to the recent inclement weather, it has played havoc with our activities over the past week with our last game of the Tralee/St Brendan’s District League having to be postponed and we also missed out on two other training sessions.

However, we did manage to get a session on the Astro in horrendous conditions last Thursday in advance of the County League.

We had to concede home advantage in our opening game last Sunday against Dingle which ironically was played in lovely sunshine in Páirc an Ághasaigh. Missing a number of regulars through illness and injury, we were heavily defeated against our much stronger opponents.

Thanks to Dingle for hosting the fixture, to referee Johnny O’Shea from Annascaul for officiating and to Noah Flynn for making his competitive debut for the u13’s.

We will train again this week on Tuesday and Thursday, most likely on the Astro pitch. Our next game is a home game against Cordal next Sunday.

Exact training details to be circulated later this week. Panel who played against Dingle: Rylan Flynn, Rian Flynn, Paddy Flynn, James Daly, Jace Flynn, Luke O’Sullivan, Tommy Costello, Stephen Enright (C), Thomas Colivet, Aidan Berry, Callum Rice, Isaac Price, Charlie Sharp and Noah Flynn.

U14 Girls

The girls made the trip to Ballylongford on Sunday afternoon to play their 2nd game in the u14 NCP division 8 against Shannonside Tarbert. It was an exciting game with both sides level at half time.

The girls were playing in a huge pitch, with no subs but each and every one of them gave it their all, they  never gave up and covered every blade of grass on the field till the very end. Well done to each and every one of them for their efforts .We will train on Tuesday again at 5.30 and Thursday at 5 o clock in St. Pats Astro. Our next game is away to John Mitchels B. Date and time to be confirmed during the week.

Seniors

Our Seniors are scheduled to play in their Credit Union County Senior Football League Division 4 Round 2 against Cordal in Cordal on Sunday the 2nd of April at 2pm.

Please keep an eye out for changes to fixtures in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Senior B’s

Our Senior B’s game against Waterville in their Development League Campaign Division 4 Round 1 which was scheduled for Sunday 26th of March did not take place.

Good Luck

To our U15 team who get their County League under way on Wednesday evening next away to Spa.

Congratulations

To Ryan Houlihan on making the 2023 Kerry Minor Hurling Panel.

To Kerry Ladies who won against Galway in their Lidl National Football League Division 1 Round 7 game last weekend.

To Tom Hill Lohercannon who celebrated his 60th Birthday this week.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Joe Corrigan O Rahillys Villas.

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Registration 2023

Please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund. However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed onhttps://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA & Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system
at www.foireann.ie

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5800 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 04, 06,07,30. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Cathy O Grady online
Sarah Walsh

E Conway c/o gala
Kieran O Dwyer Lohercannon
Patrick Dillane clahane
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5900 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 26/03/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quanes club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville Poff Motors Dingle Road
Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth
Skelper Quanes Keane’s Of Curraheen Betty’s Bar
The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues.

The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy

Our Juvenile Academy is active on Sunday mornings at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12pm-1pm. Open to all boys and girls from under 5 up to Under 13. We welcome all new members living in the Tralee area. Great value €2 per child, for more Information contact Michael 0863855428

U5

We had a great turnout again for our St Pats Under 5 academy in the MTU. The boys and girls are joining in with enthusiasm and getting plenty of movement with fundamental skills.

Our running , jumping and changing direction is excellent, we used these skills for great participation in roller ball. Keep practicing those rolling pick ups while staying on the feet, lots of throwing, catching and kicking balloons or balls at home.

Very well done to our player of the week duo Jack and Carlie-Ann for their smiles, enthusiasm and listening throughout the session. See you all back in the MTU next week. Registration is now due via foireann.

U7
We had an excellent session in MTU on Sunday . The kids were full of energy . We drafted in a few helpers for some of our games along with coach Oliver, we got great help from Tom Burke and Jack Watkinson not to mention Orla, Michelle and Stephanie who all took part.Looking forward to seeing everyone next Sunday again.

U8 Girls

Great turnout on Sunday Morning and everyone came with loads of energy. You can really tell everyone is practicing at home. Keep it up.No one player of the week as everyone was brilliant. See ye all next week.

U9

Well done to our u9 boys for our best session so far on Sunday Last .The weather played its part and the rain stayed away. Big improvements clearly visible with this group over the last 4 weeks and the practice at home every week is key.

After working on our agility and skill drills we finished up with 2 small sided games. A special mention to our player of the week Kyle who impressed throughout the session.

U10 Girls

U11/U13

A fine turn out of U11 boys trained at the MTU Sunday. Great effort was made in the skill drills while Thomas, Dylan Murphy and Jace stood out during the training match. It was also great to see Ben back at training.

Keep up the skill practice at home especially kicking and hand passing.
We train again on the astro in Blennerville at 6pm Thursday 23rd and on Sunday 26th on the MTU astro at 12pm.

Our U13’s had no fixture this week but we had a well attended training session on Thursday evening.

This week, we will train on Tuesday from 6-7pm. Weather permitting, we will host Ballymac in our last game of the Tralee/St Brendans League on Thursday at 5:30pm. Then on Sunday, we are due to host Dingle in the first round of the county league in Blennerville.

Throw in time to be confirmed later in the week. On a side note, the coaches would like to congratulate our players that made their Confirmation last week.

U12/14 Girls

The U12/ U14 Girls are continuing their training sessions indoors every Wednesday evenings in Blennerville School Hall from 5.30 to 6.30. All new members, always welcome to join.

Our U14 team started the1st round of the NCP Division 8 on a high as they defeated Inbhear Sceine Gaels C Team in Blennerville on Sunday Evening. Well done to everyone for putting on a great display of football and coming away with a well deserved win.

Every player gave 100% and you should all be so proud of yourselves. Great start to another season. We will train Tuesday and Thursday at 6 o clock this week.

Hope to see you all there. We will inform you during the week about our next game when we have a definite time. Congratulations again to the girls on the team who celebrated their confirmation on Thursday Last .

Minors Seniors

St Pats Blennerville 0-8
St Michaels/Foilmore 0-13

This game was played in Blennerville on Friday [St Patricks] afternoon.
Conditions underground were tough, with the slight breeze favouring St Michaels/Foilmore in the first half.

Ronan Clifford [the game’s top scorer] got the first of his six points for the winners, 30 seconds after the throw in.

The same player doubled his tally in the 3rd minute, while Ian O’Sullivan punched another point to extend the lead to 3 points.

Eoin Greaney got St Pats opening point in the 5th minute, after receiving a pass from Fergal O’Brien.

St Michaels/Foilmore extended their lead to 7 points, when they scored as many points in succession from Ciaran Clifford [2], along with Ronan Clifford, Aidan Goggin & Ian O’Sullivan [1 each].
Three minutes from the interval, Luke Mulligan scored Blennerville’s 2nd point.

Half Time Score..St Pats 0-2 St Michaels/Foilmore 0-8

Facing into the final quarter, the away side’s lead extended to 10 points [0-13 to 0-3], thanks to points from Ronan Clifford [3], Brian Smith, Aidan Goggin & Ian O’Sullivan [1 each].

The home side’s solitary reply was a point from Fergal O’Brien who scored on the rebound, as his initial goalbound shot was brilliantly saved by Luke Harty.

To their credit, St Pats put up a strong rally for the final 12 minutes, starting with a fine long range point by Patrick Dowling from 60 metres.

Their other points scorers in that period were Fergal O’Brien [2], Luke Mulligan & Kieran Hurley [1 each].

they also managed to keep the South Kerry side, scoreless in that time, but unfortunately for the home side, time ran out for them.

Teams:
St Pats::
P Bailey, J O’Connor, C O’Riordan, D Griffin, A Gardezi, C Moore, N McCarthy, P Dowling, L O’Sullivan, B Poff, F O’Brien, L Mulligan, B Savage, E Greaney & C Lynch.
Subs:: L Poff, D O’Callaghan, T Lynch, K Hurley & A Mulvihill
Blennerville Ballyard community games

ART and Handwriting competition for children U8 to u16 will take place in Blennerville school on 29th March at 6.15pm. Check Blennerville Ballyard Facebook page for details of competition.

Congratulations

Congratulations to all the Boys and Girls from Blennerville and Derryquay NS who received the sacrament of Confirmation last Thursday in St John’s Church from Fr. Vitalis . We hope ye had a lovely day

To Kerry who defeated Roscommon in Austin Stacks Park at the weekend.

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Registration 2023

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund.

However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play).

The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Dingle Way Challenge 2023

It is back this year for another great day out it begins on Sunday 4th of June, please find details of the event and route details below.  There are options to choose from for the experienced walker to those who want to enjoy a great day out and see the beautiful scenery which is part of this great event.

Ultra Route

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn and walking over the shoulder of Mt Brandon, via Fothair na Manach and descending into Arraglen towards Teer Cross on the Eastern side of our 2nd highest peak trekkers will take a left turn and encompass the magnificent and spectacular scenery of Sauce Creak and follow the route to Brandon Point, enjoying the incredible views of Tralee Bay, Loop Head, The Seven Hogs and the Maharees Islands and the sandy beaches of Lower West Kerry. Ultra walkers will then join the regular route and continue to Camp.

Regular Route

From Brandon point, walkers will join the main road, passing the nostalgic fishing village of Brandon Quay and enjoy a well-earned hot breakfast at Halla le Chéile.

From here, walkers will follow the main road, through Cloghane Village to Fermoyle Beach and exit at the nearby Castlegregory Golf Club and continue on route to Castlegregory Village for further refreshments.

The final trek is a mix of back roads and beaches with Gleanteenassing Forest, Sliabh Mish Mountains on the right-hand side and Tralee Bay to the left as walkers approach the final stop at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp.

Buses to Blennerville will be provided from Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp to St Pat’s Club in Blennerville.

updates on: Facebook @stpatsgaaclub or www.stpatsgaaclub.com and via email.

DON GHNÁTH, DON NEAMHGHNÁCH AGUS DON UATHÚIL –

FOR THE ORDINARY, THE LESS ORDINARY AND THE EXTRA ORDINARY

Discover the spectacular landscapes and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula and enjoy a great day of walking and talking with friends, old and new, with options for all, from the casual walker to the Ultra enthusiast.

Registering

Note: On-line ticket sales will close at 17:00 on Friday 2nd June. You can register at St Pats Blennerville (V92 RH98) on Sunday 4th June for Ultra route from 4:15 to 5 am, for Standard Route from 7 to 7:45am

Early Bird option: €55 before the 1st May; €60 from the 1st May.

(Transaction charge will be added)

When Registering please indicate which option you are most likely to undertake as this will help in the planning of transport and food requirements.

Option 1 (Ultra Route – Brandon Creek to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 48Km ):

Starting at Brandon Creek on the West side of Cnoc Bhréanainn to Halla le Chéile via Brandon Point (12Km). Hot breakfast will be available in Halla le Chéile to fortify you for the rest of the trek to Blennerville.

The bus from St. Pats Club to Brandon Creek will leave at 5:30am, pick-up at the Junction Bar at 5:45am. Walking to commence at 6:30 am approx. (These are indicative times actual times will be emailed to you well in advance of the DWC)

Option 2 (Standard Route – Brandon Point to Fitzgerald’s Bar, Camp 32Km):

The standard route will start at Brandon Point and finish at Fitzgerald’s Bar in Camp. Buses to Blennerville will be available here to transport you back to Blennerville.

Plan your start time to finish within time.

All participants are required to complete whatever section of the DWC they undertake by 17:30 i.e. will have signed off as completed along the route or in St. Pats Club grounds by 17:30.

At the end of the day’s walking all walkers are invited to relax in the grounds of St. Pat’s GAA Club where a barbeque and music will be provided by the Club.

You can register for this great event at the following link, Dingle Way Challenge 2023 Tickets, Sun 4 Jun 2023 at 05:00 | Eventbrite

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5700 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 03,15, 26 & 28. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Pat McMahon c/o  O Shea’s Gala
Marian Griffin Curragraigue
Fiacc Murphy c/o St Pats
Marie Fitzgibbon Derrymore
Aoife Healy Online
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5800 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 19/03/2023 at 9:00 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy

Our Juvenile Academy is back at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12pm-1pm. Open to all boys and girls from under 5 up to Under 13. We look forward to seeing all our boys and girls back with us for 2023 and welcome all new members living in the Tralee area. Great value €2 per child, for more Information contact Michael 0863855428

Gaelic4Girls

We were delighted to welcome a healthy number of new players to our club on last Sunday morning for the inauguration of our Gaelic4Girls initiative.

A very positive Morning for all involved with plenty smiles and fun, we look forward to working with the girls over the coming weeks to grow their confidence and football skills.

It’s not too late to join in, so spread the word.

This is an 8-week programme for 6-12 Year old Girls to who might be interested in sport 10am to 11am at St Pat Blennerville V92RH98 and it is €12 per girl (Total) We’re nearby at 2Km from the Aqua Dome, so why not give it a try? Spread the word!! Contact Paul 0873724087

U5

Very well done to all the boys and girls who joined us for our 3rd energetic football session in the MTU. The kids are getting to know each other and the fun games and participation is excellent.

The focus on these sessions will always aim for fun development of movement patterns such as running, direction change, hopping, jumping, crawling, rolling etc. These skills are the foundation of any sport and healthy lifestyle growing up.

Encourage your children to also throw catch, bounce and kick at home so they increase in confidence and skill. Balloons are slower than balls if they find it difficult. Our Players of the week showed great enthusiasm and concentration throughout the session.. excellent work by Tyler and Brogan this week!

Thanks to all the coaches and our senior players Ailbhe and Grace again week. Looking forward to seeing you all wearing red for the St Patrick’s Day Parade on Friday. Parents and guardians included!!

U7

Another energetic morning at Sundays Academy for our U7 players and coaches. Well done to our player of the week Sean Leahy, keep up the practice boys and hopefully you will all take part in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Friday with your St. Pats teammates!

U8 Girls

Delighted to welcome back our U8 girls to the MTU on Sunday morning for a fast, fun session. Fantastic skills and enthusiasm all round with lots of smiles and rosy cheeks.!!! Keep up the practice at home girls and we look forward to seeing you all again next week. Well done to Elsie our Player Of the Week, who really lead by example at the training session.

U9

Well done to our u9 boys on another great session on Sunday at the MTU. The boys warmed up with a fun game of Sharks and Fishes. They then had good fun going through agility courses using hurdles, hoops, ladders, and cones, testing their reaction skills and practicing hopping, soloing and catching.

They then practiced the chest catch, hand passing and punt kick pass. They also practiced shooting for points and goals. The boys put their skills on display with two small, sided games to finish the session. Well done to all boys on a great effort and particularly to player of the week Shane Murphy. We encourage all boys to have a football at home and practice the skills during the week.

U10 Girls

A very enjoyable session all the girls worked very hard especially the player of the week Mary Kate O’ Shea. Keep up the good work girls and the practice. Hope to see ye all in the St Patrick’s Day Parade .

U11

St. Pats under 11’s were training with the Academy on Sunday last in preparation for our first county Football Go Games starting on the 6th of April. Everyone put in a great effort especially Darragh Flahive, Cian, AJ, James, Jarden, Noah and Jake. It is important that all our players keep practicing their skills at home during the week. Next session is this Thursday 16th 6pm -7pm on our Astro and then next Sunday 19th 12pm- 1pm in the MTU. Naomh Pádraig Abú!!

U12/U14 Girls

We would like to wish the girls from the team who are making their confirmation next Thursday the very best, we hope ye have a great day.

Training continues this Wednesday at 5.30 in Blennerville school hall and next Sunday the 19th we will commence outdoor training at St Pats GAA grounds at midday ! Hope to see all our girls on Friday , marching with St. Pats at the annual St Patricks day parade ! A busy week ahead!

U13

Last Sunday, our u13’s made the short trip to Ballyrickard to take on Kerins O’Rahilly’s “A” in the Tralee/St Brendan’s Board league. The first half was evenly contested with only four points between the teams at half time.

We scored two goals in this half: the first a lovely palmed effort from Aidan Berry after a good ball in from Callum Rice. The second was a cracker from goalkeeper Rylan Flynn from a ‘45.

The second half was a different affair with the hosts dominating the exchanges from start to finish, running out comfortable winners in the end. It is a steep learning curve for a lot of the lads but there was an improvement from the game the previous week against Churchill.

Our best performers on the day were the Costello and Flynn twins, Jake Kelly and Darragh Flahive who came on after training with the u11’s earlier in the morning. Thanks to Kerins O’Rahilly’s for facilitating our request to bring the game forward.

We are also grateful to ref Maurice O’Sullivan from Ballyheigue who spoke very well to our team after the game. Our last game in this competition is against Ballymac which is scheduled for Thursday March 23rd at home to Ballymac at 5:30pm.

In the meantime, we will train on Tuesday night from 6-7pm on the pitch and on Sunday from 12-1pm at the MTU Astro.

There will be no training this Thursday due to confirmations taking place. The coaches send their best regards to all our players making their confirmation this year.

The squad that played on Sunday against Kerins O’Rahilly’s was as follows: Rylan Flynn, Jake Kelly, Rían Flynn, Paddy Flynn, Luke O’Sullivan, Jace Flynn, James Dály, Hugh and Tommy Costello, Aidan Berry, Eddie Hayes, Stephen Enright, Thomas Colivet, Callum Price, Gearóid Hingston, Dee Hanly and Darragh Flahive.

Minors

Their Round 4 game is rescheduled to be played on Thursday 16th of March against Listowel Emmets in Blennerville at 5pm.

Their Round 5 game is to be played on Saturday 18th of March against Miltown/Castlemaine in Miltown at 3pm.

Seniors

Our Seniors begin their Credit Union County League Campaign Division 4 on Friday 17th of March against St Michael’s Foilmore at 4pm in Blennerville.

Please keep an eye out for changes to fixtures in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Good Luck

To Kerry Ladies who play in their Division 1 Round 6 game against Cork in Páirc Ui Rinn at 4pm on Friday 17th of March.

To Kerry who play in their Division 1 Round 6 game against Roscommon in Austin Stacks Park at 7.30pm on Saturday 18th of March.

To Kerry Hurlers who play in their Round 5 game against Down in Austin Stacks Park at 1pm on Sunday 19th of March.

Birthday Wishes

To Annette Boyle who celebrated a significant birthday recently.

Congratulations

To Keelin Enright and all the Kerry Minor Team who won against Tipperary last Saturday.

To Blennerville and Derryquay Students who are making their Confirmation on Thursday 16th of March at 2.30pm in St John’s Church.

To Claire Laide and Gavin Fitzgerald who got married recently.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Billy Kerins Tralee, Sally Smith Carrigdav, Castlegregory and John Nolan The Spa.

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Registration 2023

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund. However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund orhttps://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA & Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play). The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5600 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 01,14,16 & 25. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Ann & Pat c/o Betty’s Bar
Christy Murphy Derrymore West
Cliona Ekren Blackrock Tralee
Dipo Dairio Tonevane
Finn & Alva Burke c/o Eileen O Connor
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5700 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 12/03/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quane’s Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues.

The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy

Our Juvenile Academy is back at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12pm-1pm. Open to all boys and girls from under 5 up to Under 13.

We look forward to seeing all our boys and girls back with us for 2023 and welcome all new members living in the Tralee area. Great value €2 per child, for more Information contact Michael 0863855428

Gaelic4Girls

Are you interested in getting your 6 – 12-Year-old daughter involved in physical activity and an inclusive sports club.?? YES.!!

Then Gaelic-4-Girls is for you.! …It’s fun, friendly and just for girls.!

Through the 8 x 1-Hour events each Sunday we encourage new entrants, return players and anyone else who would like, to try our fun team sport in an inclusive and safe environment.

It’s a welcome opportunity for shy, nervous, and less active kids to take their first steps into a healthy community and sporting environment.

The programme is run separately from main training to allow new players to gain confidence and develop their skills before merging with the existing players from Week-8 onward. This programme begins the 12th of March 10am to 11am at St Pat Blennerville V92RH98 and it is €12 per girl (Total)

We’re nearby at 2Km from the Aqua Dome, so why not give it a try.? Spread the word!! Contact Paul 0873724087

U5

We had another great turnout of under 5 boys and girls in the MTU. It was a fun upbeat session with loads of running, fundamental movements and skills introduced.

It was a great addition to have our senior players Hugh, Grace and Ailbhe to mentor the youngsters and show off their skills! Very well done to all the boys and girls who may have been nervous last week & joined in with smiles this week.

Special mention to Molly and Tom for enthusiastically joining in every game and earning themselves players of the week!

Looking forward to lots more fun ahead this season and the upcoming St Patrick’s Day Parade.  Any new friends / neighbours are welcome to join us. ‘Goooo St Pats!!!

U7

We had an excellent 2nd session in MTU this weekend. We went through various skills including hand passing and kicking. After the drills we were able to play a game where most of the skills we tried to implement.

We Had some great help from Brendan Poff. Looking forward to next Sunday again and we encourage all kids to practice during the week. Well done to Rian Lawlor who was player of the week.

U8 Girls

We enjoyed a fun and energetic session on Sunday Morning at MTU and welcomed back a lot of familiar faces from last years U8 girls to give us a lovely blended group.!!

The girls done very well practicing their catching, kicking, tackling and hand passing with great enthusiasm… Well done to Hannah our player of the week. Thanks for your support and looking forward to seeing you all again next week.

U9

Well done to our u9 boys for another great session on Sunday Morning . We were delighted to have some new faces join us,  and they had great fun going through our agility and obstacle courses. The boys skills were on show again when we played 2 small sided games to finish the session. Well done to Philip our player of the week

U10 Girls

Another great session on Sunday Morning for our 13 girls, great effort by everyone and the player of the week was well deserved. Keep up the practice girls and see ye all next Sunday. All new members welcome if your friends want to give it a go.

U11

St. Pats under 11’s were training last Thursday and again with the Academy Sunday in preparation for our first county Football Go Games starting on the 6th of April. Everyone put in a great effort especially Oscar, Jace , Rylan, Darragh Sheehan and new players Max, Simon, Brooklyn and Nahome who joined our team for the first time Sunday.

It’s important that all our players keep practicing their skills at home during the week. Next session is this Thursday 9th 6pm -7pm on our Astro and then next Sunday 12th 12pm- 1pm in the MTU . Naomh Pádraig Abú !!

U13

Our u13’s commenced their Tralee/St Brendan’s District League on Sunday afternoon where we were heavily defeated by a much stronger Churchill team in Blennerville.

The visitors dominated the first half with our boys struggling to win possession. We fared much better in the second half with the introductions of a few subs.

It was a steep learning curve for a lot of the lads who played their first game at u13 level. We have two more games in this competition, Kerins O’Rahillys at home next Sunday followed by a trip to Ballymac the week after.

We then commence the county league on Sunday March 26th with a home game vs Dingle. We will train this week on Thursday from 6-7pm but will move training to Tuesday night the following week due to Confirmations for the pupils of Blennerville and Derryquay NS.

We would ask parents to encourage your son and go outside and practice the skills with them; kicking, hand passing, the solo and catch.

The squad that played against Churchill was as follows: Gearóid Hingston, Sam Smith, Eddie Hayes, Paddy Flynn, James Daly, Stephen Enright, Jake Kelly (Captain), Hugh Costello, Rian Flynn, Tommy Costello, Callum Rice, Luke O’Sullivan, Aidan Berry, Charlie Sharp, Thomas Colivet, Rylan Flynn, Darragh Flahive, Jace Flynn, Isaac Price, Dee Hanly.

Minors

There next match in Round 3 in Division 2B in Keane’s of Killorglin Minor County League is rescheduled for 7pm against Rathmore on Monday 6th of March in Bishop Moynihan/Tim Lenihan Park Grounds. In Round 2 Dr Crokes proved too strong for our minors but they played very well.

There Round 4 game is set to be played on Saturday 11th of March against Listowel Emmets in Strand Road at 3pm.

Seniors

Kerins O Rahillys opened the scoring in our Tralee/St Brendan’s Round 3 game with a point, David O Callaghan added a goal of his own and Fergal O Brien added a point get us started. Kerins O Rahillys added another point with Adam Hegarty and David O Callaghan with another point each.

That was the end of our scoring for this half with Kerins O Rahillys clocking up a goal and five points before this half came to an end. St Pats 1-03 Kerins O Rahillys 1—07

Kerins O Rahillys scored the first point in the second half with Brendan Poff and Fergal O Brien getting a point each. With another point added by Kerins O Rahillys, Fergal O Brien put another point on the board.

Our seniors fought well and kept Kerins O Rahillys on their toes, but Kerins O Rahillys proved too strong and scored a goal and six points in the second half to finish the game. St Pats 1-06 Kerins O Rahillys 2-15

Team: Paudie Bailey, Dylan Griffin, Niall McCarthy, Brendan Poff, Darragh Moriarty, Luke Mulligan, Paddy Moran, Ali Gardezi, Patrick Dowling, Eoin Greaney, Breandan Savage, Adam Mulvihill, Adam Hegarty, David O Callaghan, and Fergal O Brien

Subs Used: Trevor Farmer, Cillian O Riordan, Cillian Lynch, Liam Poff, Adam Hegarty, Conor Enright, Martin Savage, Ian McCarthy, Josh Quilter, and Damien Cronin

Please keep an eye out for changes to fixtures in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Good Luck

To Kerry Hurlers in Allianz Hurling Round 4 game against Kildare in Newbridge on Saturday 11th of March at 2pm.

Birthday Wishes

To Marie Fitzgibbon who celebrates a birthday with an ‘0’

To Ciara Byrne who celebrated her birthday at the weekend.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Frank O’Sullivan Ballyard, Richard Keane Causeway, Mark O’Brien The Spa and Brad Duffy Racecourse Heights.

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Registration 2023

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund.

However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA & Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play).

The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5500 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 01,08,09 & 15. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Therese Greaney Annagh
Mike Sugrue Tonevane
Martina Casey Ballymac
Paul O Sullivan Online
Leanne Savage Derrymore West
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5600 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 05/03/2023 at 9:00 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy

Our Juvenile Academy is returning on Sunday February 26th at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12pm-1pm.

Open to all boys and girls from under 5 up to Under 13. We look forward to seeing all our boys and girls back with us for 2023 and welcome all new members living in the Tralee area. Great value €2 per child, for more Information contact Michael 0863855428

U5

Great work this morning boys, girls, mums, and dads and especially our player of the week Duo Laila and Tadhg!

Their smiles and enthusiastic efforts won them the trophies this week. Everyone will get a turn throughout the season! It was a loud and busy session, we are delighted to have so many boys and girls joining in but fully understand some of the younger kids can drop in and out of the session as they need.

Parents are encouraged to stay and join in where they can especially until the children get used to the environment! Try to practice the with hand catching this week and balloon / ball kicking off the laces. Well done everyone.

U7

We had an excellent first session in MTU today. Great numbers turned out, and we had some great organised chaos. We did a lot of refresher skills just to reintroduce the kids back in. We had some great help with Brendan Poff and our new coach Oliver Murphy
Looking forward to next Sunday again and we encourage all kids to practice during the week.

U8 Girls

We were delighted to welcome our enthusiastic U8 girl’s back to the MTU for the start of the season and especially our 3 new girls Hannah, Vivienne & Hannah G who fitted right in and really added to the session.

The girl’s practised evasion, movement and ball handling in an energetic 1st session before closing with some enjoyable roller ball against some very agile parents!  Thanks for the participation and we look forward to seeing you all next week.

U9

Our u9’s had their first session of 2023 on Sunday, where all the lads arrived full of energy, and delighted to be back. After our warm up, we had 2 fundamental movement grids set up, followed by our skill drills which got them all back into action. We finished up with a game,  where we had some great tackling and scores. Congrats to Jack who won Player of the Week.

U10 Girls

And just like that we are back! Great session today a great bunch of girls and three very enthusiastic coaches, Noel, Johnathon, and Kieran. We worked on all our fundamentals hand passing,  kick passing ,tackling.

The girls showed great enthusiasm and grasped the basic skills very easily. Congratulations to our player of the week who has obviously being practicing very hard all winter. We had 10 players today and hope to have 15 next week .

If we could have 1 or possibly 2 female parents to help us during the year ,  it’s not an issue when we are indoors but when we move outdoors a female presence will be essential at all matches & games with  the 3 coaches , who will try to make the majority of games and sessions , many hands make light work! If anybody is interested please can you let Kieran o Shea know ,We won’t expect ye there every week! A huge welcome to our new players today ye were all amazing.

U11/U13

Our U11 and U13 combined sessions took place last Thursday on our own Astro and also last Sunday as part of the opening day in the academy up at the MTU. We have had great attendance so far and we look to working with the players for the season ahead. Our county league will commence as soon as the clocks go forward at the end of the month.

In the mean-time, we will participate in the U13 Town League for the next three Sundays. Our first game is this Sunday where we host Churchill at 4pm. We will also train as normal on Thursday from 6-7pm.

U12/14 Girls

The U12/ U14 Girls are continuing their training sessions indoors every Wednesday evenings in Blennerville School Hall from 5.30 to 6.30. All new members, always welcome to join.

Ireland Lights Up

Our walking series as part of ‘Ireland Lights Up’ will finish this week hope to see you all there. Registration starts at 6pm setting off from St Pats Clubhouse at 6.30pm sharp, don’t forget to sign in and wear your HIGH VIS jacket.

The route is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterward. No Age limit and Buggies are welcome.

Minors

There next match in Round 2 in Division 2B in Keane’s of Killorglin Minor County League is rescheduled for 7pm against Dr Crokes on Monday 27th of February in Dr Crokes GAA Grounds.

There Round 3 game is against Rathmore in Rathmore on Saturday 4th of March at 3pm.

Seniors

Our Seniors’ third game in their Tralee/St Brendan’s Senior League game Group B Round 3 sponsored by Lee Strand is against Kerins O Rahillys is rescheduled for Saturday 4th of March at 3pm in Blennerville.

Please keep an eye out for changes to fixtures in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Good Luck

To Kerry in their Allianz League Division 1 Round 5 against Tyrone at 12.45pm in Healy Park, Omagh on Sunday 5th of March.

To Kerry Ladies who play in their Lidl Ladies Division 1 Round 6 against Cork in Páirc Uí Rinn at 4pm on Sunday 5th of March.

Congratulations

To Sinéad Rath and Paul Kennelly on their marriage recently.

To Kerry Ladies who defeated Meath in Brosna at the weekend.

To Kerry who defeated Armagh in Austin Stacks Park at the weekend.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Pat Coffey Annagh, Frank O Sullivan Ballyard, Patrick O Brien Castleisland, Eileen O Halloran Oakpark and Liam O Sullivan Ardfert and Barrow.

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Registration 2023 

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund.

However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement.

The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance.

The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed on https://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App 

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA & Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play).

The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family.

The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Club Lotto 

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5400 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 06,11,20 & 25. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Colleen Ferri c/o Christy Murphy
Annette Boyle Derrymore
Denise Kennedy Online
Harry Poff c/o Poff Motors
Mary Gardiner Online
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5500 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 26/02/2023 at 9:00 PM in Skelper Quane’s club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues.

The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Juvenile Academy 

Our Juvenile Academy is returning on Sunday February 26th at MTU North Campus (Eircode V92HDV4) from 12pm-1pm. Open to all boys and girls from under 5 up to Under 13. We look forward to seeing all our boys and girls back with us for 2023 and welcome all new members living in the Tralee area. Great value €2 per child, for more Information contact Michael 0863855428

Ireland Lights Up 

Our walking series as part of ‘Ireland Lights Up’ will continue this week hope to see you all there. We look forward to 2 more weeks of group walking Registration starts at 6pm setting off from St Pats Clubhouse at 6.30pm sharp, don’t forget to sign in and wear your HIGH VIS jacket.

The route for this year is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterward. No Age limit and Buggies are welcome.

Minors 

Our Minors St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys played against Castleisland Desmonds in the Minor County League last Saturday, even though they all played very well Castleisland Desmonds were too strong and were winners on the day.

There next match in Round 2 in Division 2B in Keane’s of Killorglin Minor County League is at 1pm against Dr Crokes on Saturday 25th of February in Dr Crokes GAA Grounds.

Seniors 

In Ardfert Community Pitch last Sunday we played Ballymac, in the beginning we were strong with scores in the forms of points from Gary Savage, Luke Mulligan, Fergal O Brien and Eoin Greaney.

Ballymac answered with two quick goals, Eoin Greaney and Fergal O Brien added each a point after those goals. With a point each added by two Ballymac players, Eoin Greaney put another point on the board.

Ballymac added the last score of the game with a point, half time score was St Pats 0-07 Ballymac 2-03.

The second half began with six unanswered points from Ballymac, our seniors fought tremendously hard to keep the ball in their possession with a point from Luke Mulligan delivered over the bar.

Another three points were scored by Ballymac, Breandan Savage got his point on the board. Ballymac responded with another point, but Patrick Dowling added a goal and Liam O Sullivan quickly added a point of his own. Ballymac finished the game with one more point,

Full time score St Pats 1-10 Ballymac 2-14. Substitutes that were used were Josh Quilter, Adam Mulvihill, James Dowling, Cillian Lynch, Conor Enright, Martin Savage, and Ian McCarthy.

Our Seniors’ third game in their Tralee/St Brendan’s Senior League game Group B Round 3 sponsored by Lee Strand is against Kerins O Rahillys on Sunday 26th of February at 12pm in Blennerville.

Please keep an eye out for changes to fixtures in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Good Luck 

To Kerry Hurlers who play in their Allianz Hurling League Round 3 against Offaly at 2pm in Fitzgerald Stadium on Saturday 25th of February.

To Kerry in their Allianz League Division 1 Round 4 against Armagh at 5pm in Austin Stacks Park on Saturday 25th of February.

To Kerry Ladies who play in their Lidl Ladies Division 1 Round 5 against Meath in Brosna at 2pm on Saturday 25th of February.

Speedy Recovery 

To Brian Murphy and Cillian O Riordan who came off injured in last weekend’s match. To Mike Crean also.

Happy Birthday 

To Jim Moriarty who celebrated a significant birthday.

Congratulations 

To Fergal O Brien and his UCC Squad who defeated UL on last Wednesday Night in Sigerson Cup Final.

To Jarlath Burns who is to be the new GAA president for 2024 for a three-year term.

To Keelin Enright who played with the Kerry Minors in the Munster LGFA Minor Championship Round 1 last Saturday against Clare.

Sympathy 

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Marie Molloy Castle Street, Thomas (Tony) Graham Tralee, Breda O Connor Nee O Sullivan Kerins Park, Claire Kieran Co. Louth, Mickey Fitzgerald Lohercannon & Ballyduff and Thomas Hennessy Ballyduff.

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Registration 2023 

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund.

However, any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement.

The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance.

The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed onhttps://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App 

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA & Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play).

The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family.

The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Club Lotto 

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5300 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 07,09,20 & 21. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Noreen Walsh Curragraigue
Bridget Boyle Derrymore West
John P. O Connor Online
Phil Curran Blennerville
Eamon O Halloran c/o Mono
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5400 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 19/02/2023 at 9:15 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues.

The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Irish Life Every Step Counts 

As of Monday, we are in the position of 28/211 of clubs participating in the Munster Challenge. Alongside the group walks keep up the healthy habits and help St Pats clock up the steps in the Irish Life ‘Every Step Counts’ virtual challenge.

Great prizes to be won and healthy competition amongst the community! Download the Mylife App here & join the GAA Munster step challenge & select St Pats Blennerville to registerhttps://apps.apple.com/…/mylife-by-irish-life/id1459620652

Please spread the word & encourage the community to join in.

#healthyclubs #irelandlightsup #everystepcounts #stpatsgaa

Ireland Lights Up 

Our walking series as part of ‘Ireland Lights Up’ will continue this week hope to see you all there. We look forward to 3 more weeks of group walking Registration starts at 6pmsetting off from St Pats Clubhouse at 6.30pm sharp, don’t forget to sign in and wear your HIGH VIS jacket.

The route for this year is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterward. No Age limit and Buggies are welcome.

Minors 

Our Minors St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys had two games last week on Monday Ardfert was too strong and came out as winners. There second game was against Ballymac which was postponed and will be played at a later date in the season.

Our Minors St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys begin their campaign on Saturday 18th of February in Round 1 Div 2B of the Minor Football League against Desmonds at 3pm in Strand Road.

Seniors 

In Churchill last Sunday we began our first match of the season, within a few minutes of the match beginning Brian Murphy scored a superb goal, Churchill were quick to answer back with points.

Eoin Greaney and Luke Mulligan made sure to keep our scoring up with each gaining a point for us. Churchill were strong but Breandan Savage scored three of his points to have the game drawn at half time. St Pats 1-05 Churchill 0-08.

The second half began with from Churchill, St Pats not willing to give up added two points with a score each from Patrick Dowling and Eoin Greaney.

As this was the first match substitutes were introduced to allow all to have their chance in the game.

Substitutes used were Callum Hayes, Adam Mulvihill, Conor Enright, Liam Poff and Damien Cronin. Despite everything Churchill proved too strong and won the game out. St Pats 1-07 to Churchill 0-14.

Our Seniors’ second game in their Tralee/St Brendan’s Senior League game Group B Round 2 sponsored by Lee Strand are playing an away game against Ballymac at 10.15am on Sunday 19th of February in Ardfert Community Pitch. (Turn right at Ardfert Medical Centre and a left turn once you pass the medical centre)

Please keep an eye out for changes to fixtures in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Good Luck 

To Kerry who play in Round 3 of Allianz League against Mayo in McHale Park at 7.30pm on Saturday 18th of February.

To Kerry Ladies who play in their Lidl Ladies Division 1 Round 4 game against Dublin at 5.15pm in Austin Stacks Park on Saturday 18th of February.

To Kerry Hurlers who play in their Allianz Hurling League Round 3 against Offaly at 2pm in Fitzgerald Stadium on Sunday 19th of February.

Congratulations 

To Kerry Hurlers who beat Carlow last weekend in their Division 2A Round 2 game.

Sympathy 

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Kay Duggan Tralee, Mary Daly Ballyard, Michael Brosnan Tralee, Derek (John) Blennerhassett, Marjorie O Shea Tralee, Michael Fitzgerald Tralee, Joe Madden Tobar Naofa, John Hayes Tralee and Denis Switzer Oakpark.

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Registration 2023 

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches, please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund.

However any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement.

The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance.

The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed onhttps://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App 

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA & Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play).

The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities.

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family.

The app also puts news, fixtures, and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or theFoireann system at www.foireann.ie

Club Lotto 

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5200 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 16,18,19 & 28. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Kathleen Tierney Lohercannon
Marion Griffin Curragraigue
Jimmy Savage Curraheen
Dylan Walsh c/o Poff Motors
Denise Poff c/o Poff Motors
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5300 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 12/02/2023 at 9:15 PM in Skelper Quanes club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Irish Life Every Step Counts 

As of Monday, we are in the position of 28/211 of clubs participating in the Munster Challenge. Alongside the group walks keep up the healthy habits and help St Pats clock up the steps in the Irish Life ‘Every Step Counts’ virtual challenge. Great prizes to be won and healthy competition amongst the community! Download the Mylife App here & join the GAA Munster step challenge & select St Pats Blennerville to registerhttps://apps.apple.com/…/mylife-by-irish-life/id1459620652

Please spread the word & encourage the community to join in.

#healthyclubs #irelandlightsup #everystepcounts #stpatsgaa

Ireland Lights Up 

Our walking series as part of ‘Ireland Lights Up’ will continue this week hope to see you all there. We look forward to 4 more weeks of group walking Registration starts at 6pmsetting off from St Pats Clubhouse at 6.30pm sharp, don’t forget to sign in and wear your HIGH VIS jacket.

The route for this year is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterward. No Age limit and Buggies are welcome.

Minors 

Our Minors St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys play in Tralee/St Brendan’s Minor League sponsored by Lee Strand. They are in Group A in Round 2 they play Ballymac at 3pm in Blennerville on Saturday 11th of February.

Seniors 

Our Seniors are scheduled to begin their Tralee/St Brendan’s Senior League game Group B Round 1 sponsored by Lee Strand with a home game to Churchill at 12pm on Sunday 12th of February.  Please keep an eye out for changes to fixtures in O Shea’s Gala, Byrnesworth and St Pats Old Clubhouse.

Good Luck 

To Kerry Hurlers who play in their Allianz Hurling League Division 2A Round 2 against Carlow in Austin Stacks Park on the 12th of February at 2pm.

Congratulations 

To Kerry Ladies who overcame Donegal last weekend in their Division 1 Round 3 game.

To Kerry Hurlers who beat Derry last weekend in their Division 2A Round 1 game.

To Kerry Seniors who overcame Monaghan in their Division 1 Round 2 game.

Sympathy 

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Jack O Sullivan Clash East, Oliver O Sullivan Dingle, Michael O Flaherty Tralee, Marian Wallace Ardfert, Maureen O Connor Dingle and Benny McElligott St Brendan’s Park.

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Registration 2023 

Now that some of our teams have resumed training and others will be resuming shortly players and coaches please register your membership of the Club for 2023.

One of the benefits of registering as a playing member of the GAA or LGFA via the Club is that in the event of an injury sustained playing or training resulting in medical expenses it may be possible to claim a level of refund from the GAA or LGFA Injury Benefit Fund. However any player seeking to benefit from the Injury Benefit Fund must be a registered member of the GAA or LGFA on Foireann at the time of injury

The respective Injury Benefit Funds are self-funded entirely from the GAA and LGFA funds with no outside involvement. The Injury Funds are not an insurance scheme. The Injury Funds are set up to assist members with some reimbursement for medical expenses incurred due to an injury sustained playing Gaelic football.

The respective Injury Benefit Funds do not seek to compensate fully for injuries sustained but to supplement other Schemes such as Personal Accident or Health Insurance. The GAA and LGFA Schemes only provide cover for unrecoverable losses up to the limits specified under the respective Schemes. More details can be viewed onhttps://learning.gaa.ie/InjuryFund or https://ladiesgaelic.ie/resources/injury-fund/

Foireann Mobile App 

A Foireann mobile app is now available, and this is the only official membership and communications app for GAA, LGFA & Camogie clubs. The app is available for both iOS (via the Apple Store) and Android devices (via Google Play).

The Foireann Mobile app makes it even easier to manage your Foireann profile and all the ways you interact with the Club. We ask all members to download the app as it will make it easier to manage membership, update contact details and keep up to date with team activities .

The Foireann membership and communications app is fully integrated with the Foireann membership system – members can log in on the app with their existing Foireann account to see upcoming events which includes event details for anyone in your Family. The app also puts news, fixtures and results in your pocket so you can stay up to date with the most important and relevant information.

Foireann is the GAA system used by clubs to manage membership and it allows members to register for membership and pay online using the Mobile app or the Foireann system at www.foireann.ie

Club Lotto 

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5100 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 14,20,21 & 27. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Mary Jordan Blennerville
Joe Walsh Curragraigue
Collette O Connor Clash East
Michael Curran Blennerville
Paul Clapham c/o Betty’s Bar
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5200 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 05/02/2023 at 9:15 PM in Keane’s Of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Irish Life Every Step Counts 

As of Monday, we are in the position of 27/211 of clubs participating in the Munster Challenge. Alongside the group walks keep up the healthy habits and help St Pats clock up the steps in the Irish Life ‘Every Step Counts’ virtual challenge. Great prizes to be won and healthy competition amongst the community! Download the Mylife App here & join the GAA Munster step challenge & select St Pats Blennerville to registerhttps://apps.apple.com/…/mylife-by-irish-life/id1459620652

Please spread the word & encourage the community to join in.

#healthyclubs #irelandlightsup #everystepcounts #stpatsgaa

Ireland Lights Up 

Our walking series as part of ‘Ireland Lights Up’ will continue this week hope to see you all there. We look forward to 4 more weeks of group walking Registration starts at 6pmsetting off from St Pats Clubhouse at 6.30pm sharp, don’t forget to sign in and wear your HIGH VIS jacket.

The route for this year is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterward. No Age limit and Buggies are welcome.

Minors 

Our Minors St Pats/Kerins O Rahillys begin their campaign in Tralee/St Brendan’s Minor League sponsored by Lee Strand. They are in Group A in Round 1 they play Ardfert at 3pm in Strand Road.

Medal Presentation 

This took place last Saturday night at 8pm in Skelper Quanes Bar, our Development League and St Brendan’s B League players received their well-deserved medals. Dylan Griffin received Player of the Year.

Good Luck 

To Kerry Ladies in Lidl Ladies National Football League who play in their Division 1 Round 3 against Donegal in Austin Stacks Park on the 4th of February at 12 noon.

To Kerry Hurlers who play in their Allianz Hurling League Division 2A Round 1 against Derry in Celtic Park, Derry on the 4th of February at 2pm.

To Kerry in Allianz League Division 1 Round 2 against Monaghan in Fitzgerald Park on the 5th of February at 1.30pm.

Congratulations 

To Kerry Ladies who overcame Mayo last weekend in their Division 1 Round 2 game.

Sympathy 

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Timmy (Tadgh) Foley Knockmoyle & Lohercannon, Fred Moynihan Farmers Bridge & Glenflesk, Breda Riordan Ballymac, Der Lynch Kielduff, Jason Crean Ogham Rían and Mary Jo McNamara The Warren & Aughacasla.

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €5000 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 01,02, 03 & 11. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Beatrice O Sullivan Annagh
Shane O Donoghue Aughascala
Helen Moriarty Online
Ger Donnelly c/o Betty’s Bar
Christy Hallinan c/o Rock Street

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5100 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 29/01/2023 at 9:15 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Irish Life Every Step Counts

As of Monday, we are in the position of 28/209 of clubs participating in the Munster Challenge. Alongside the group walks keep up the healthy habits and help St Pats clock up the steps in the Irish Life ‘Every Step Counts’ virtual challenge. Great prizes to be won and healthy competition amongst the community! Download the Mylife App here & join the GAA Munster step challenge & select St Pats Blennerville to register https://apps.apple.com/…/mylife-by-irish-life/id1459620652

Please spread the word & encourage the community to join in.

#healthyclubs #irelandlightsup #everystepcounts #stpatsgaa

Ireland Lights Up

Our walking series as part of ‘Ireland Lights Up’ will continue this week hope to see you all there. We look forward to 4 more weeks of group walking Registration starts at 6pm setting off from St Pats Clubhouse at 6.30pm sharp, don’t forget to sign in and wear your HIGH VIS jacket.

The route for this year is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterward. No Age limit and Buggies are welcome.

Good Luck

To Kerry in Allianz League Division 1 Round 1 against Donegal in MacCumhaill Park, Ballybofey on the 29th of January at 2pm.

Birthday Wishes

To George Poff who is celebrating a significant birthday!!

Congratulations

To Joe Costello who was appointed Vice Chairman of Co Board CCC.

To Tadhg O’Halloran who was re-appointed to the County Hearings Committee.

To Aimee Turner who was selected on the Kerry U14 Girls’ basketball panel recently.

To the Kerry Ladies who defeated Waterford at the weekend.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Michael Hennebery Caherslee, Tara Enright Walsh Ballyvelly/Listowel, Eileen Russell Kilgulbin and John Mulcahy Camp.

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Club Lotto 

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €4900 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 04, 06, 15 & 18. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Joan O Regan c/o Betty’s Bar
Jim Enright Annagh
Tommy Brosnan Lohercannon
Marie Fitzgibbon Online
Tom O Connor c/o Betty’s Bar

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €5000 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 22/01/2023 at 9:15 PM in Skelper Quanes club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Jimmy Duffy Memorial Cycle 2023 

Unfortunately, due to the weather forecast on Saturday last the Jimmy Duffy Memorial Cycle did not go ahead.

Irish Life Every Step Counts 

As of Sunday, we are in the position of 34/202 of clubs participating in the Munster Challenge.Alongside the group walks keep up the healthy habits and help St Pats clock up the steps in the Irish Life ‘Every Step Counts’ virtual challenge. Great prizes to be won and healthy competition amongst the community! Download the Mylife App here & join the GAA Munster step challenge & select St Pats Blennerville to register https://apps.apple.com/…/mylife-by-irish-life/id1459620652

Please spread the word & encourage the community to join in.

#healthyclubs #irelandlightsup #everystepcounts #stpatsgaa

Ireland Lights Up 

The rain cleared just in time for the first of our ‘Ireland Lights Up’ walks in conjunction with Operation Transformation. On Tuesday had 62 walkers with a great mix of ages. The route from St Pats to the end of the canal at the marina & back worked well.

The pace was fast at front and easier at the rear with lots of chat & mixing along the way. Thanks to all those who helped with the refreshments on return. We look forward to 7 more weeks of group walking Registration starts at 6pm setting off from St Pats Clubhouse at 6.30pm sharp, don’t forget to sign in and wear your HIGH VIS jacket.

The route for this year is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterward. No Age limit and Buggies are welcome.

Good Luck 

To Kerry Ladies in their Division 1 Round 1 game away to Waterford in Piltown on Sunday 22ndof January at 2pm.

To Kerry Hurlers who play in Round 3 of the Co-Op Superstores Munster Hurling League against Limerick on Tuesday 17th of January at 7pm in Austin Stacks Park. This game will be streamed live by Munster GAA TV at a cost of €10. Below is the link to purchase the stream.

https://page.inplayer.com/MunsterGAA/index.html

Tickets are to be pre-purchased no cash sales will take place at the venue. Tickets for games can be bought in participating Centra and Supervalu stores.

Congratulations  

To Fossa who were crowned All Ireland Junior Club Championship winners at the weekend.  To Rathmore who were crowned All Ireland Intermediate Club Championship winners at the weekend.

Sympathy 

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Maureen Doody Nee Jordan Wexford, Ellen Carey Tralee and Ballybunion, Eileen Lynch Oakpark, Liz McGreevy Ballinalourth Tralee, Thomas Moriarty Aughacasla and Wexford, Patricia McCarthy Racecourse Road, Tom McSwiney Ballyard, Mary O Dowd Caherslee, Tom Leen High St., and USA.

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €4800 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 08, 15, 16 & 28. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

George Poff Snr c/o Poff Motors
Hannah Shanahan c/o Terry Boyle
Bridget Keane c/o Keane’s Bar
Tommy Brosnan Lohercannon
Ray O Reilly Naomh Fionn Barra

Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €4900 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 15/01/2023 at 9:15 PM in Keane’s of Curraheen club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

Jimmy Duffy Memorial Cycle 2023

Following a break since 2019, dust down the bikes as the Jimmy Duffy Memorial Cycle takes place Saturday, January 14th at 11:00am from St. Pat’s GAA Club, Blennerville.

The cycle will travel to Castleisland town centre and home to Blennerville followed by deserved refreshments, tea, and coffee in Quanes Bar, Blennerville.

Enquiries to Maurice Hanafin @ (087)2998206 and George Poff @ (087)6814799 and Mono Ryle @ (086)3062690

Unfortunately, due to the provision of Insurance and Ambulance services for the event, a fee of €10 per person will be charged.

(Cycling Ireland Insurance is charged at €10 per person for 1 day licence!)

Registration is online: The Jimmy Duffy Memorial Cycle 2023 – Buy Tickets (eventmaster.ie)

See you there.

This is a non-profit fun cycle led by various pace cars. All proceeds will go to The Irish Red Cross (Kerry).

Anniversary Mass will be held in Curraheen Church at 7:30pm, the celebrations will continue on Saturday night with a music session in Quanes Bar. Keep the date free, come out to celebrate the memory of local man Jimmy Duffy. All are welcome.

Irish Life Every Step Counts

This challenge begins the Wednesday 11th of January, this is a virtual challenge alongside with The Group Ireland Lights up Walks. To take part download the MyLife app join the Munster step challenge group and help St Pats move up the leaderboard. Enquiries to Fiona 0860588392.

Ireland Lights Up

As part of Ireland Lights Up St Pats are doing an 8 week walking series starting from Tuesday 10th of January walking begins at 6.30pm sharp. The route for this year is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterwards, Registration starts at 6pm. Please wear a High Vis, No Age limit and Buggies are welcome. Any Enquires to Fiona.

Congratulations

To Kerry on their win in Round 2 of the McGrath Cup against Clare in Austin Stacks Park last weekend.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Kathleen Brosnan nee Kelliher Dublin, Rock Street and Derrymore West, Philomena McCarthy Fenit, Francie O Donnell Derrymore West, Paudie Palmer Kenmare, Catherine Devane Monavalley, Billy Galvin Monavalley, Brendan Sugrue Ballyseedy, Jerry (Der) Leen UK and Ballymac and Maura Hayes Monavalley.

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Club Lotto 

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €4700 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 21, 22, 23 & 27. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Tommy Brosnan Lohercannon
Denis Casey Annascaul
Georoid Savage Tonavane
M & M c/o Mono
Antonette Savage Derrymore
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €4800 and the draw will take place on Sunday night 08/01/2023 at 9:15 PM in Skelper Quanes Bar club lotto can be played online through the club website www.stpatsgaclub.com, Lotto tickets can be purchased from any club officer or at the following outlets:

O’Shea Shop and Service Station Blennerville

Poff Motors Dingle Road

Seamus O’Sullivan Master Butchers Manor

Noyeks Mile Height

Byrnesworth

Skelper Quanes

Keane’s Of Curraheen

Betty’s Bar

The Rock Inn

Many Thanks to All who contribute to our weekly club Lotto. The club cannot emphasize enough the importance of our members promoting the club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. The lotto is now a critical source of funds for the club. We are appealing to all club members to promote our Lotto at this time to ensure our club’s future viability. Please have your Lotto entries in by 7pm, every Sunday evening.

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Jimmy Duffy Memorial Cycle 2023 

Following a break since 2019, dust down the bikes as the Jimmy Duffy Memorial Cycle takes place Saturday, January 14th at 11:00am from St. Pat’s GAA Club, Blennerville.
The cycle will travel to Castleisland town centre and home to Blennerville followed by deserved refreshments, tea, and coffee in Quanes Bar, Blennerville.

Enquiries to Maurice Hanafin @ (087)2998206 and George Poff @ (087)6814799 and Mono Ryle @ (086)3062690

Unfortunately, due to the provision of Insurance and Ambulance services for the event, a fee of €15 per person to a maximum of €30 per family will be charged on the day (Cycling Ireland Insurance is charged at €10 per person!)

Registration will commence from 10:00am. See you there.  This is a non-profit fun cycle led by various pace cars. All proceeds will go to The Irish Red Cross (Kerry).

Anniversary Mass will be held in Curraheen Church at 7:30pm, the celebrations will continue on Saturday night with a music session in Quanes Bar. Keep the date free, come out to celebrate the memory of local man Jimmy Duffy. All are welcome.

Irish Life Every Step Counts 

This challenge begins the Wednesday 11th of January, this is a virtual challenge alongside with The Group Ireland Lights up Walks. To take part download the MyLife app join the Munster step challenge group and help St Pats move up the leaderboard. Enquiries to Fiona 0860588392.

Ireland Lights Up 

As part of Ireland Lights Up St Pats are doing an 8 week walking series starting from Tuesday 10thof January walking begins at 6.30pm sharp. The route for this year is starting at St Pats Clubhouse V92RH98, by the canal to the marina and back again. It is a free event and refreshments afterwards, Registration starts at 6pm. Please wear a High Vis, No Age limit and Buggies are welcome. Any Enquires to Fiona.

Congratulations 

To John Kelliher who was winning trainer of Dresden Dingo who won the Kingdom Cup on the Third Day of Coursing in Ballybeggan recently.

Good Luck

To Kerry who play Cork in Round 1 of the McGrath Cup, this fixture takes place on Wednesday 4thof January at 7pm in Páirc Uí Rinn.

To Kerry who play Cork in Round 1 Group B of the Co-Op Superstores Munster Hurling League on Thursday 5th of January at 7pm in Austin Stacks Park.

These games will be streamed live by Munster GAA TV at a cost of €10. Tickets are to be pre-purchased no cash sales will take place at the venue. Tickets for both games can be bought in participating Centra and Supervalu stores or with the following link.https://www.universe.com/users/munster-gaa-TR8ZGN