Daily Archives: July 18, 2022

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Austin Stacks GAA Club News

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THE LATE MICHEÁL HAYES: Even though he had been ill for some time the news of the death of Micheál Hayes on this Wednesday evening (13th July) was received with great sadness.

He was regarded by many as the man who was responsible for laying the foundation of the Club’s Second Golden Era from 1973 to 1994. The Club’s first Golden Era began in1928 and ended nine seasons later when we won our 5th SF Co. Championship victory in 1936.

The period between then and 1973 was regarded as the Club’s ‘barren period’. Many blame the financial and political conditions of that time as a contributing factor for this barren period, with emigration and recessions taking place from 1939 onwards following the start of World War 2.When Mícheál arrived back in Tralee in 1961as a Teacher at the Tralee CBS Primary School he got involved immediately with our youth teams. Along with people such as James Hobbert, Jack Parker, Joe Mulchinock, Paddy Drummond, Dan Ryan, Jackie Power and Michael Chuchy O’Connell, to name but a few, he launched a Youth Policy which he referred to as ‘The Ten Year Plan’.

Young players from seven years upwards were tutored by him and they immediately began to win trophies at Juvenile level, culminating in the Club’s first MF Co. Championship title in 1969.

Four years later that ‘Ten Year Plan’ resulted in the start of our Second Golden Era during which we won a further five Co. SF Championships between 1973 and 1986 with an 11th title coming eight years later in 1994. That Second Golden Era was the result of what Mícheál Hayes and his colleagues started away back in 1961.

Sincere sympathy to Maura, Brendan, Orla, Ultan, Vincent and Deirdre and to all Micheál’s extended family and friends.

SYMPATHY: Sincere sympathy is also offered to the families of the following who died recently: Micheál Hayes, Monavally and formerly Oakview (see tribute); Mariusz Klepachi, Bridge Street and formerly Castleisland and Warsaw; Declan O’Sullivan, Cloondara, Oakpark and formerly Glasheen Road, Cork; Seán Fitzgerald, Drogheda and formerly Brewery Road; and Kay (Catherine) McDonnell (nee Byrne), Clogherbrien and formerly Kilflynn and Zimbabwe; Richard Bono; and Emma Fitzgerald (nee Corkery), Ballinorig and formerly Ballyvelly and Ballyduff.

GOLF FUNDRAISER: Thanks to everyone in the Club and elsewhere who supported our recent Golf Fundraiser. See the Club Website for the comprehensive list of participants and congrats to Paul Barrett and Cathal Healy who were the eventual winners.

SENIOR FOOTBALL: Dingle 1-16; Austin Stacks 1-13.

When both sides met in the earlier round of the competition (round 5 on 1st May) the game ended in a draw (2-12 to 1-15) but in this semi final encounter played in Annascaul on this Saturday evening (16th July) Dingle (the current Co. League holders) were never behind in a closely contested game.
They got off to the perfect start scoring four points without reply inside the first six minutes. Our first score came in the eight minute from a David Mannix free and David added two more from the spot by the 18thminutes. Our four remaining points of the half came from play with Shane O’Callaghan, Armin Heinrich, Conor Horan and team captain, Michael O’Donnell on target. This left Dingle ahead by three at half time ( 0-10 to 0-7).

And that was still the difference between the sides at full time when both sides scored 1-6 each. Michael O’Donnell’s goal inside the 2nd minute of the second half  gave us agreat start but Dingle never gave up and kept that three points lead right up to the end. Our remaining six points of the half came from six different players – Michael O’Donnell, Conor Horan, David Mannix (free), Jordan Kissane, Calvin Foley and Darragh O’Brien. Afterwards, Michael O’Donnell deservedly received the Celsius Menswear Man of the Match award

Team: Wayne Guthrie, Colin Griffin, Barry Shanahan, Eoghan Carroll, Armin Heinrich (0-1), Ronan Shanahan, Adam Curran, Michael O’Donnell (Capt) (1-2), Michael O’Gara, Conor Horan (0-2), David Mannix (0-4 frees), Jordan Kissane (0-1), Calvin  Foley (0-1), Gearóid Fitzgerald, Shane O’Callaghan (0-1).

Subs used: Luke Chester ((42m), Darragh O’Brien (42m) (0-1), Paul Barrett (50m).

Dingle will now play Dr. Crokes in the Co. League final while we look forward to the first round of the Club Championship with eight teams divided into two groups of 4. Dingle, Kenmare, Na Gaeil and Spa are in Group A, while ourselves, Dr. Crokes, Kerins O’Rahillys and Templenoe are in Group B.

In the opening round, which at the moment if fixed for Sunday fortnight (7th August) at 1pm we play Templenoe in the Legion pitch at Derreen. In round 2 we have a home game against Kerins O’Rahillys and in the third and final round we are away to Dr. Crokes. No date fixed as we write for those two last rounds.

 

B FOOTBALL: Our two opening rounds in this season’s Tralee/St. Brendans League against Ballymac and John Mitchels were postponed with the games still to be refixed as we write. Our round 3 game against Kerins O’Rahillys was due to be played on this Tuesday evening (19th July). Check Club Website for details.

 

THE C TEAM: St. Pats 2-11; Austin Stacks 0-10.

After going down to Churchill in the opening round of the Tralee/St. Brendan’s League last week our boys put up a far better show in Blennerville on last Tuesday evening (12th July) but still had to give way to a stronger St. Pats side. When Pats goaled after just 36 seconds we recovered well and had drawn level by the 21st minute (0-6 to 1-3) with five different scorers – Dara Moriarty with our opening score and points each by Jimmy Charles, Conor Lowe and Daniel O’Rourke with two by Caden O’Mahony. However, Pats added a goal and two points in the closing minutes of the half to give them a five points lead at half time (2-5 to 0-6).

The home side outscored us again in the second half by six points to four – our four points coming from Dara Moriarty, Caden O’Mahony (free), Jimmy Charles and Joey Kinsella.

It was great to see four players making their first appearances of the season and they showed that they have lost nothing since they last lined out with the Club – Joey O’Shea, Joey Kinsella, Cathal O’Reilly and Brian O’Sullivan.

Team: Seamus Bastible, Craig Teahan, Shane Greensmyth, Joey O’Shea, Gearóid Kilgallen, Conor Lowe (0-1), Jack Doyle, Billy Stack, Greg Scanlon, Dean Scanlon (Capt), Caden O’Mahony (0-3 – one free), Daniel O’Rourke (0-1), Dara Moriarty (0-2), Joey Kinsella (0-1), James Charles (0-2).

Subs used: Cathal O’Reilly (ht), Brian O’Sullivan (47m), Pádraig Breen (50m).

The 3rd and final round at home to Ardfert was due to played on this Tuesday (19th July) See Club Website for details..

 

MINOR FOOTBALL: Fixtures have come to hand for this season’s Co. Championship. Twelve teams are taking part – seven Divisional teams and five Club teams (ourselves, Dr. Crokes, Kenmare Shamrocks, Laune Rangers and Rathmore). There are three groups involved with four teams in each group. In Group 1 we have East Kerry, North Kerry, Rathmore and St. Brendans. In Group 2 we have Laune Rangers, Mid Kerry, South Kerry and West Kerry and in Group 3 we have Austin Stacks, Dr. Crokes, Kenmare Shamrocks and St. Kierans. The three rounds take place on Monday, 18th July, Tuesday, 26th July and Monday, 1st August. Our three rounds are against Kenmare Shamrocks at Spa, Killarney; against St. Kierans in Connolly Park and against Dr. Crokes in Lewis Road.

 

ONLINE CLUB SHOP: A reminder that our Club shop is open 24/7. Check out the newest ‘official’ Austin Stacks Club Merchandise – only available to order on this link (free delivery on any orders over €50) see www.oneills.com We would also like to introduce the new Austin Stacks Ganzee Club Clothing Collection, available in Mens/Unisex, Womens & kids check out all the style ranges in hoodies, t-shirts and sweatshirts on www.ganzee.ie/austin-stacks-gaa-clubs/

 

CLUB CARDS: Our Card sessions continue in the Clubhouse on Monday and Thursday nights with the starting time at 9pm sharp.

 

CLUB LOTTO: Monday Night’s (18th July) Jackpot, worth €2,750 was not won. The numbers drawn were 7, 11, 17, 19. The €20 winners were Ellen Gaynor and Mandy Furey, both c/o On Line; Pádraig & Maria Foley, c/o The Club; Brendan C. O’Neill, c/o Carmel O’Neill and Michael Slattery, c/o The Ladies.

Next Week’s Jackpot will be worth €2,800.

Continued thanks to the following businesses for selling our Club Lotto tickets – Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commane’s Book Shop, O’Flynn Interiors, Hussey’s, Princess St., The Burger Shack, Monavally as well as Maguire’s Butchers and Kirby’s Brogue Inn and continued thanks to everyone who purchase tickets week in, week out.

Austin Stacks lotto tickets are now also available to purchase on line on the following link: https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor Kirby’s Brogue InnMaguire’s Butchers Hussey’s P. Commane Books.

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Tralee Parnells GAA Club News

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U7 Hurling

The rivalry was mighty in Caherslee on the Friday the 8th July as the under 8 girls took on the under 7 boys in a friendly but competitive match.  All present were highly impressed with the skills displayed. The dedication these players and parents have to camogie and hurling is something to behold.  Congratulations to our players of the week Cillian Fitzmaurice and Killian McMahon, well done boys.

U8 Camogie

The U8 girls took part in the Cillard U8 Camogie Blitz at a sunny Kilmoyley on Saturday morning.  While the numbers were low due to the holiday season that did not deter the girls from giving their best. A few members of the Killarney joined to ensure we had a full team.  It was a great example of all working towards the same goal to have fun and enjoy the game of Camogie. Thank you to all of the parents who brought their girls out and to Cillard for their wonderful hosting.

U9 Hurling

Well done to our U9 boys who had three excellent games against Ballyheigue in Caherselee  on Tuesday evening. There was great progress on display by all players with a special mention to the U8s who have improved immensely in the last few weeks. Keep up the good work

 

U10 Camogie

Congratulations to all the U10’s (and special guests) who hosted Ballyduff on a beautiful sunny Wednesday evening in Caherslee. The two teams played in a very evenly contested battle and the girls were amazing! Thanks to Ballyduff for travelling to visit us in huge numbers and to Lana and Mike our referees.

 

The Tralee Parnells U12 Squad who took part in the North Kerry Blitz in glorious sunshine last Saturday

U12 Hurling

In sweltering heat on Saturday morning Parnells hosted a five team U12 North Kerry hurling blitz in Caherslee. Despite the testing conditions we saw a marvellous display of hurling from all teams. In attendance were Tralee Parnells, Lixnaw, Causeway, Kilmoyley and Firies.  Thank you to all of those that helped out on the day.  Thank you also to our two referees Tadhg Reen and Orán Murphy.

 

U12 Camogie

Our U11 girls travelled to Causeway for a blitz on Saturday morning. They played really well and in true Parnells spirit some of the girls joined another team who didn’t have enough players.  The girls scored some nice goals and a point so the skills are really coming along. Thank you to all the parents who supported the team and who brought along ice pops at half time. The girls played well and should be proud of themselves. Thank you to Causeway for hosting the blitz.

U14 Camogie

The Parnells Amber team played round four of the U14 league against a very strong Causeway team. The girls worked really hard to progress the ball to the forwards and were unlucky not to get more on the scoreboard. They showed great teamwork and had a great 2nd half but unfortunately they couldn’t get the scores they deserved. The next round should be fun as they face Parnells Blues. We’ll have a split camp that night but we can expect lots of enjoyment playing our own squad!

 

Lots of fun and action at the Tralee Parnells family fun evening

Fun Day

Instead of the normal training sessions for our younger players, the managers and coaches organised a family fun event last Friday evening.  With twelve events to choose from the players had a great evening of fun and laughter.  Basking in glorious sunshine the boys and girls tried their hand at the obstacle course, potato & spoon race, tug of war, sack race, welly toss just to name a few of the challenges.  The huge effort put in by coaches, volunteers and parents really paid off as everyone seemed to enjoy the evening.  Thank you to you all who helped out. We are already looking forward to next years event !

Lots of fun and action at the Tralee Parnells family fun evening 1
Sophie Brick and Sarah Chute getting into the spirit of things at the Tralee Parnells Family Fun Evening
Liam Brick, Adam Scott and Evan Lucid taking a break at the Tralee Parnells family fun evening

U17s

After a great win last weekend against Kilgarvan our Minors faced St Brendans in the semi final of the Minor County Championship.  The match took place in Abbeydorney on Sunday morning.  Unfortunately, St Brendans proved too strong for us with a final score of 2-22 vs 0-7 for Parnells. We wish the best of luck to St Brendans in the final.

Intermediate Hurling

Our senior hurlers are through to the quarter finals of the Intermediate Championship where they will play Kilgarvan.  The match will take place this Wednesday evening 20th July at 7pm in Caherslee.  We look forward to a great turn out in Caherslee to support the team.  Best of luck to the players and to Kevin and his management team.  Parnells abu.

 

Lotto

Our second draw takes place on Monday evening 18th July. Also, this week we will have an extra draw as anybody who has bought 10 draws or more will be entered in a draw for two tickets for the upcoming football All Ireland Final.  The lotto jackpot will be €1000.  You can play via the Clubforce app or follow the link at https://traleeparnells.gaa.ie.  All support is greatly appreciated, thank you.

News

Big Screen At Páirc An Phiarsaigh In Tralee For All-Ireland Final

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THE Tralee Municipal District of Kerry County Council is to host a screening of the All-Ireland Senior Football Final on Sunday next.

The Kerry-Galway game will be broadcast on a big screen which will be set up in Páirc an Phiarsaigh (Pearse Park) and people of all ages are welcome to come along and savour the atmosphere.

Mayor of Tralee, Cllr Mikey Sheehy, said this was a great opportunity for the people of Tralee and further afield to come together to enjoy the special occasion.

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“Excitement is building steadily ahead of the big match and the colours are flying high across the town. For those who can’t or won’t make it to Croke Park, this is a great opportunity to gather and cheer on the team and to enjoy the day on the big screen.

‘There will be a DJ on hand for the build-up before the game and it promises to be a lovely community occasion. I want to thank Tralee Chamber Alliance for their support and assistance in making this event possible,” he added.

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Kerins O’Rahillys GAA Club News

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Fixtures
Senior Club Championship
August 7th Castleisland GAA Grounds @1pm
Kerins O Rahillys v Dr Crokes

Minor Football Championship
Group Stages
All Games 7pm
Rd 1 Mon July 18th
St Brendan’s v East Kerry
Rd 2 Mon July 26th
North Kerry v St Brendan’s
Rd 3 Mon August 1st
St Brendan’s v Rathmore

All Ireland Final Sunday July 24th
All in the club would like to wish the very best of luck to the team and management for Sundays Final, especially to players David Moran and Jack Savage , selector Mike Quirke and team manager and former club senior team manager Jack O Connor.

All Ireland Final Tickets
Tickets will be distributed at the later end of the week. club  activist , coaches, club members  and Friends of Strand Road members  will be prioritised dependant on ticket allocation.

 

Ruairi and Eugenie Kerins at the Family Fun Day on Sunday (more photos from the event will be on TraleeToday.ie on Tuesday). Photo by Dermot Crean

NÓTAÍ NA mBAN
We had a fabulous day’s weather last Sunday as we hosted a family a Family Fun & Wellbeing Day for everyone in our juvenile, ladies and senior club and  community. This was part of the Lidl “One Good Club” programme .

Plenty of craic was had between fun games, a toddler area, crossbar challenge, hook the duck, face painting, live music by the very talented Owen Rua, Cassie Leen with her fun dancing, barbecue, monster raffles etc.

We were delighted to have a signed Kerry ladies jersey as one of our prizes which was kindly sponsored by Kerry Motor Works .

We wish to thank everyone who supported and sponsored us with such wonderful prizes. We will be naming and thanking our sponsors and those who won prizes on our Facebook page.

Many thanks also to our committee who put so much time and work into organising this. (More photos from the event will be on TraleeToday.ie on Tuesday morning).

The Under 12 Girls enjoyed a trip to the teams’ sponsors, Sandy Feet Farm last week. Pictured with the girls is Eleanor Wall of Sandy Feet Farm and Declan Quill of Kerins O’Rahillys. Photo by Dermot Crean

U12 GIRLS
Bus booked and all roads will lead to Croke Park for All Ireland final day on Sunday, July 31st . The girls will have a great day out supporting our Kerry ladies.

SANDRA KEANE TOURNAMENT
We are looking forward to participating in this fantastic tournament next weekend.

U14 LADIES
Best wishes to our U14s and management in the Co. League division 4 shield final v Rathmore.

CONGRATS
Congrats to the Kerry Ladies and management on their win over Mayo in the All Ireland semifinal last Saturday. What an achievement. Declan Quill , one of our coaches is joint manager. We are hoping for a great turnout for the final on Sunday, July 31st to support him and his team .

Juvenile notes: Glorious sunshine was shining down on our academy Sunday morning as all age groups enjoyed their training sessions with their coaches.

Huge thank you to all who turned out in their Kerry/club colours last Thursday for the recording of Up For The Match, we look forward to watching it this Saturday evening on RTE, don’t forget to tune in.

All in the Juvenile Academy want to wish the Kerry Team all the best this weekend and let them know how proud we are of them to date especially our own players David Moran & Jack Savage and selector Michael Quirke.

U5 Boys:
Another great morning with this bunch of enthusiastic lads who are developing their skills while having great fun with their coaches.  The boys have really grown over the last number of months. Well done boys keep it up.

U6 Girls:
These mighty girls are showing huge improvement in all skills that they have learnt over the last number of months from their enthusiastic coaches. They all enjoyed a great session and their coaches enjoyed it even more watching how much they have come along.

U7 Boys:
What a fantastic bunch of boys we have in this group who also always show great enthusiasm and just how well they can do their skills learnt during their training sessions with their amazing coaches. Keep up the great work boys.

U8 Girls:
These girls are really showing their coaches how great a team they are growing into and how they have mastered the skills thought to them during training each week by their wonderful coaches. Keep it up girls.

U9 Boys:
These boys are showing their coaches how well they are developing in all their skills and the fine players they are becoming. Their enthusiastic coaches are delighted how well each of them is doing. The boys have U9s Go Games this Tuesday 19th July at 6.30pm in Ballyricard. Good luck boys.

U10 Girls:
These girls enjoyed a great session with their amazing coaches developing their skills even more than they have to date. Each of these girls has proven to their coaches how much they have improved over the last few months by putting their skills in action during game time. The North kerry ladies U10 Fun blitz that was due to take place last Saturday will be rescheduled for a later date. Details will be sent through Clubzap.

U11 Boys:
Another great training session put in by these boys with their fantastic coaches. Each boy has shown huge improvement in all areas and their coaches couldn’t be prouder of the fine team they are turning into. The boys will take part in U11s County Blitz, this Tuesday 19th July at 11am in Fitzgerald Stadium. Further details will be sent through clubzap.

Please make sure you keep an eye on ClubZap during the week for important information regarding each age group. If you have not signed up and need help to do so please contact us through our Facebook/Instagram page or contact any member of our committee who will be more than happy to help you.

Summer Camp – Don’t miss out on what promises to be a fantastic Summer Camp running from 2nd to 5th August 10.30am to 2pm.  For more details and registration please go visit our Clubzap page. You can also pay for registration during our Juvenile Academy on Sunday Mornings.

And finally huge congratulations to the Kerry Senior Ladies especially our own Declan Quill on their fantastic win at the weekend. Everyone in the Juvenile Academy is very proud of our own Declan Quill and how well they have done to date.  We wish them all the best in the final on Sunday 31st July.

Lotto Coordinator
Our club are looking for an honest ,trusted and committed club member to coordinate our weekly lotto,this would involve approx 2/3 hours work per week mainly on Mondays and Tuesdays,
If you are interested in helping out,please reply  to Tony Corridon at secretary.kerinsorahillyskerry@gmail.com

Club Function Rooms to Rent.
The club currently have two function rooms available to rent.
The upstairs Pat Healy Room is a large function room perfect for exercise classes, seminars, meetings, private functions , parties etc.
Downstairs is a smaller more intimate venue again ideal for any event.
The rooms are available at hourly, daily or weekly rates.
For further information contact Katie at 087 6967542

Lotto Results
July 11th

02,10,12,29.

No Winner of Jackpot €2,600

No Match  3 winners €25

Draw for 4 €250 December 2022
Caroline Seymour c/o Shop
Nora Sweeney c/o Shop
Ella Harris  c/o Rock St PO
Bertie Conway c/o Philip
Carmel Daughton DD
Next Weeks Jackpot €2,700

Condolences to the family of Michael Hayes, Monavalley, Tralee and former principal of Holy Family National School.

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John Mitchels GAA Club News

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KERRY PLAYERS AND MANAGEMENT

From all at John Mitchels, best wishes to Jack O Connor and the Kerry senior football team against Galway in Sundays all Ireland Football Final and a massive congratulations to the Kerry Ladies football team who qualified for this years All Ireland Senior Ladies Final.

UNDER 7 BOYS & GIRLS

We had a wonderful morning in the hall this Sunday where the players challenged each other and the coaches to relay races!

Each race focused on a new skill which tested everyone throughout the session.

The players were definitely the winners this weekend.

Training continues next Sunday at 10:30am and new members are more than welcome.

U8/U10/GIRLS

The girls put in a fantastic effort in the glorious sunshine on Sunday last.

The 15 girls went straight into a warm up by working on hand passing and calling for the ball.

They went straight into a kicking drill where they girls are showing huge improvements each day.

To finish the session they played  game and the football on show was outstanding.

Training will take a break next Sunday due to the All Ireland final so we will resume the following week.

Training days and times will be sent out to parents in due course.

U12 GIRLS

The break from competitive action on the pitch  has give the girls a well deserved break and the coaches an opportunity to work on a few things with the team ahead of the start of the Town league.

Training has gone extremely well over the past week and compiled with the really successful John Mitchels Cúl Camp, the girls are now playing really excellent football and look really sharp.

We are also delighted to welcome two new girls to the U12  team. Mia and Sophie hit the ground running on Sunday morning and we welcome them to the John Mitchels Club.

Training resumes on Wednesday evening at 7 and we look forward to seeing everyone back on the field.

Congratulations also to our star midfielder Amy Noonan who won a Silver Medal in her 600 Meter middle distance race at the All Ireland Nationals B Competition in Tullamore on Saturday afternoon last. All your team mates and coaches are extremely proud of you.

U14 GIRLS

John Mitchels u14 girls have qualified for the A Final of Division 5 of the County League, with Dr Crokes the opponents.

The game has yet to be formally fixed, but training sessions have been very productive with the girls working hard and showing well during these training sessions.

Training continued on Sunday evening in preparation for the final, with a number of u16s coming in to help with preparations.

U16 GIRLS

Training for U16 ladies continues this Monday evening from 6.00-7.00pm in preparation for upcoming North Kerry League

All newcomers welcome.

U 9 boys who played stacks at home on Sunday morning in John Mitchels

UNDER 9 BOYS

John Mitchels U9 Boys hosted @austin_stacks_gaa U9s on Sunday morning last for some non competitive Go Games.

Both sides had a good turn out & were able to field 3 teams each.

The games themselves were kept to 12mins long with both sides displaying some great football skills.

Our thanks to @austin_stacks_gaa for coming to us & we look forward to a return game in the next few weeks.

UNDER 11 BOYS

We had 2 fantastic training sessions this week, focusing on the fundamentals as well as kicking off both left and right.

As usual, the lads put in a brilliant shift and are eager to learn.

We hope to enter two teams on the Central League which will hopefully start in the next two to three weeks.

Training this week will be Thursday evening at 6pm, please bring gum shield and water.

UNDER 13 BOYS

Training continues Wednesday at 7pm and Friday at 8pm in Ballyseedy.

New players always welcome.

UNDER 15 BOYS

On Wednesday evening last we made the long journey to Templenoe to play Templenoe/Tuosist Derrynane/Sneem combined.

In the first half we found ourselves 6pts behind but the boys dug deep in the second half to claw it back and go 2pts in front.

The fighting spirit from the boys was a joy to watch but deep into injury time we conceded a late penalty to see us lose by a single point.

Unfortunately we were not the victors on the night but that’s football.

The boys left everything out there and deserve a lot of credit for their efforts.

Well done to team and mentors and the crack on the way back on the bus was brilliant with some great singers.

Football is about fun and enjoyment and not all about winning we took a lot of positives from the game and were happy how the lads played and behaved.

We will train again on Wednesday evening 5-30pm Na Misteallaig Abu.

UNDER 17 BOYS

Best of luck  to our Mitchels  boys involved  with the Brendan’s  minors  who play  east Kerry Tuesday evening in Cordal  6pm first game of the championship  tough group.

Good  luck  to Daragh Rory Brian Sean bobby Sean óg and Bryan.

SENIOR LADIES

Our senior ladies have a number of North Kerry league games to play  over the coming weeks with the county Championship starting on August 8th.

Senior ladies also play Rathmore in the Donal Curtain Cup semi final at home date Tbc

Best of luck to Manager/Coach Rory Kilgallen and the  Kerry Minor ladies who play Monaghan on Wednesday 20th July at 7.30pm in the  ZuCar all Ireland Minor B Championship semi final in St. Rynaghs, Banagher, County Offaly.

SENIOR MEN

The senior men have a break now and their next game is intermediate championship on the 06th August V Dromid in Glenbeigh at 7.00pm throw in

Please show your support.

JUNIORS

Our Junior Team are out again  against Ballymac on Tuesday at 7 30 at home in the Brendan’s league.

JOHN MITCHELS GAA CAMP (taking place on August 2nd to August 5th)

To Book your Childs place.

Step 1: Fill out the application form that will be given to members at training or collect at reception

Step 2: Return application form to reception in the John Mitchel’s complex no later than July 29th

Limited spaces available

Step 3: Payment of €50.00 per child and subsequent children €30.00 to reception in the John Mitchel’s complex.

BINGO

Bingo continues every Wednesday and Friday night. Eyes down at 8.30pm sharp. So come along to Chamfers John Joe Sheehy Road Tralee and enjoy the fun.

LOTTO

John Mitchels GAA Club Lotto Results: Sunday 17th July 2022

This week’s Lotto numbers are 1, 13, 28 and 30.

The numbers today were drawn by Rory Kilgallen, Eoin Barden, Megan Noonan and Hannah Roche.

There was no winner of the Jackpot of €1,400.00 Congratulations to our four lucky dip winners this week:

€25.00: Roland O’ Mahony

€25.00: Johnathan O’Halloran

€25.00: Emma Costello

€25.00: Thomas Locke

Next week’s Jackpot is €1,450.00 and the draw will take place on Facebook Live on Sunday 24th July 2022 at 11am. Ticket sales close at 9am sharp. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3LlAIYu

We thank you for all your support.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

We have a clothes bank on site having joined up with St Vincent De Paul to raise much needed funds for both John Mitchel’s and SVP. All donations welcome.

CLUB WALKWAY

Our walkway is open for everyone to enjoy so come along and take part in a healthy lifestyle. Please respect the rules of the walkway being a smoke free zone, with no cycling, studded boots or dog walking. Many thanks to the users of this facility for respecting these rules.

BOOT CLUB

Our boot club is now back if you want to drop off your old boots so they can be reused, feel free to drop them to reception.

SUNDAY MORNING FOR CLUB MEMBERS AND SUPPORTERS

We welcome all our club members, supporters and parents/family members to our lounge room every Sunday where they can enjoy a cup of tea/coffee while training takes place. Take the opportunity to catch up on club matters and enjoy some conversation in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

JOHN MITCHEL’S SPORTS COMPLEX & CHAMFERS

If anyone is interested in hiring the hall for indoor soccer, basketball etc or our Astro turf please contact club reception on 066 7197070. We are also hiring out our old clubhouse on the John Joe Sheehy Road. You can hold dance classes, meetings, fitness classes, book clubs you name it we can cater your needs. For more information, please call us on 066 7197070 and we will be glad to assist

MEMBERSHIP

Our membership is now reopened again for the coming season. Sign up through the following link  https://member.clubforce.com/memberships_cart_m.asp…

Club Registrar Georgie Lowe is also at Ballyseedy every Sunday morning from 10am to 12 noon to take membership if this option works better for new and existing members..

SYMPATHY

On behalf of all in John Mitchel’s we extend a sincere sympathy to the family of the following:

Aogán Brosancháin (BROSNAN)

Aperee Living, Skehanagh, Castlemaine Road and formerly of Kevin Barry’s Villas, Tralee, Kerry

Declan O’Sullivan

Cloondara, Oakpark, Tralee, Kerry / Cork City, Cork

Mariusz Klepacki

Bridge Street, Tralee, Kerry / Castleisland, Kerry

Michael Gaynor

Oyster Hall, The Spa, Tralee, Kerry

Tim Devane

Ballincullig, Kielduff, Tralee, Kerry

Michéal Hayes

Monavalley, Tralee, Kerry / Castlecomer, Kilkenny

David O’Rourke

Castle Park, Ashbourne, Meath / Tralee, Kerry

Sean Fitzgerald

Drogheda, Louth / Tralee, Kerry

Cara Rose Demery

Castlegregory, Tralee, Kerry

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Na Gaeil GAA Club News

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Kerry Ladies: Well done to Mary O’Connell & the Kerry Ladies team who defeated Mayo last Saturday in the All-Ireland semi-final. They’re now in their first final since 2012 & hoping to win Kerry’s first senior All-Ireland title since 1993. Reigning champions Meath stand in their way in the final on Sunday July 31st.

 

Good Luck:  We’d like to wish the best of luck to Jack, Diarmuid, Stefan and the entire Kerry team in the All-Ireland final next Sunday. Hopefully the game will go well for them and we’ll see them back in Tralee on Monday with Sam Maguire.

 

Sympathy: The club would like to extend its deepest sympathy to the family of the late Declan O’Sullivan, Cloondara who died recently. Declan was a great help to us in many of our building projects in Na Gaeil over the years. May he rest in peace.

 

Lotto results: Lotto Tue 12th July. No winner. Numbers drawn were 2, 3, 19, 20. Lucky dip winners of €20 each wereTony Lyons, Michael O’Neill, Denis Dillane, Noreen Dennehy, Mary O’Mahony. Next week’s jackpot will be €7,500. Why not try your luck in our lotto. The links is as follows:https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/lotto

 

Na Gaeil GAA summer camp: It’s that time of year again, and we are delighted to announce that Na Gaeil summer camp will take place this August from the 1st to the 5th starting each day at 10am and finishing at 1pm, including the bank holiday Monday. You can register on the day and pay in cash or alternatively please find the link to register and pay on-line.

Cost is €30 for 1 child, €50 for 2 children (same family), €70 for 3 or more children (same family). We would ask anyone interested to contact Dan (085-8689529) or Mick (089-4805313) to register their interest. It’s set to be a great few days and we are looking forward to it!

https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/Na%20Gaeil%20CLG/EventRegistration#EventRegistrationOptions

 

U9 boys: The u9s took it easy on Sunday morning with a shooting and catching drill to start followed by a game where each team needed two passes before they scored. We finished the session with a penalty shootout which the boys thoroughly enjoyed. Training continues on Thursday at 6.45pm.

 

U11 boys: Fantastic fun session last Sunday morning. We just did some kicking drills and finished with shooting drills and a penalty shootout, coaches v players. Unfortunately for the players the coaches won both competitions with a little help from Eanna, Ethan, Rory and Nathan. Great fun was had by all.

U13 boys (White team): Na Gaeil White team played Austin Stacks last Sunday evening in very hot conditions and it was a very tough contest with every score having to be fought hard for.

Austin Stacks had a great start with two early goals and followed it up by two points. Na Gaeil started slowly but started to come into it after the water break with great defending and fantastic team play. We went in down at halftime 3-4 to 2-4.

The second half saw Na Gaeil put in a huge shift and we took control of the second half. It was a great display of fitness and teamwork. Every player on the field used every ounce of energy before the final whistle. It was what was needed to overcome a strong footballing Stacks team. Final score was Na Gaeil 5-13 to Austin Stacks 3-5.

U13 boys (Green team): Played Stacks last Sunday evening in Killeen in the Town League. Conditions were really hot and our boys put in a fine display. Stacks started better and built up a 2-4 to 0-1 lead in the first quarter.

Our lads responded really well and fought really hard to close the gap to 7 points at halftime. The second half was a battle for both teams and Na Gaeil tried their utmost to win the game but Stacks held out and won 5-11 to 5-6. It was a great display by both teams in the sweltering heat. Thanks to Austin Stacks for two sporting matches.

U15 boys: Last Wednesday evening Dingle were the visitors to Killeen for our first game in the Kellihers Toyota Central Region Div 3. Dingle won the toss and elected to play with the breeze.

They led by 3 points to 1 after 5 minutes but then Na Gaeil enjoyed a purple patch, scoring 2 goals and a points without reply to lead by 2-2 to 0-3 after 15 minutes. However, Dingle then took over, adding 1-2 to their score to leave the sides level at halftime.

A super individual point from Conor Lucey from the throw-in saw Na Gaeil get their noses in front once more only for Dingle to hit back with 1-1 to go 3 points ahead. Brian Heaphy and Brian Reidy both added points for Na Gaeil to cancel out 2 for Dingle. But then Dingle got through for a decisive goal to put them 6 points ahead with just 10 minutes remaining.

A last-minute penalty goal for na Gaeil proved to be only a consolation score as Dingle ran out winners on a scoreline of Na Gaeil 3-6, Dingle 3-9. Next Wednesday our lads are at home to Annascaul/Lispole at 7pm in round 2.

Our team was: Iarla Hanafin, Jack Kelly, Jeaic Canty, Cathal Fitzgerald, Ruadhan Clifford, Jamie Schoenmaker, Cillian Griffin, Darragh Morris, Conor Lucey, Jake Coffey, Liam Cooper, Brian Heaphy, Brian Reidy, William Somers, Paddy McElligott. Subs: Luke O’Donoghue, Karl Cronin, Cathal O’Sullivan.

Kerry Petroleum Senior Club Championship 2022:  Our senior men are in Group 1 of the Kerry Petroleum Senior Club Championship and their first outing will see them play Kenmare Shamrocks on Saturday 6th August at 7pm in the Dr. Crokes pitch in Lewis Road.

Bingo: Every Monday evening in Na Gaeil clubhouse at 8pm sharp. Over €1,000 in cash prizes guaranteed every week, with an accumulator jackpot in play each week. Double book €10, Single book €6, Mini book €3. Jackpot Sheets €2 each. Bus service available on 087-2817577.

Na Gaeil cycle club: Cycle each Saturday at 9am from Na Gaeil club. Everyone is welcome to come for a nice friendly cycle.

Cards: The weekly 45 card game is back. Every Wednesday night, starting at 9pm sharp. Bring your own partner or come along and we will get you a partner.

Notes: If you’d like anything included in the club’s weekly notes please send it to me at pro.nagaeil.kerry@gaa.iebefore 9am on Monday and I’ll do my best to include it.

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St Pats GAA Club News

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Club Lotto

There was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €2200 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 07,21,28 & 29. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Anne McGlynn Manor West
Ann & Johnny c/o Betty’s Bar
Katie Burke Curraheen
Cillian O Riordain Racecourse Lawn
Debora Buckley Lixnaw
Next week’s lotto will have a jackpot of €2300 and the draw will take place on Monday night 25/07/2022 at 9:15 PM 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.

Results of Lotto draw for the 11th of July, there was no winner of our club Lotto jackpot of €2100 on Sunday night last the numbers drawn were 11,19,27 & 28. The five €30 euro consolation prizes went to:

Jim Moriarty, Curraheen
Joan O Riordan c/o Betty’s Bar
Erin Fitzgibbon Online
Sinead Foran c/o The Rock Inn
Tommy Brosnan, Lohercannon
Registration

If you haven’t completed registration, please do so now. Not being registered means your club membership has lapsed and participation in club activities will have to stop until registration is complete. Any difficulties with registration please contact any club officer or team coach. Membership for 2022 should be completed now via www.foireann.ie.

GAA Cul Camps

Our Cul Camp begins this week starting Monday in Blennerville. This camp runs until the 22ndof July.

Because of the weather advisory in place, which is likely to ne upgraded to a weather warning next week GAA Cul Camps will begin at 9am to 1pm on Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th.

On Wednesday 20th camps will return to 10am-2pm till the end of the week, please remember to bring water, sun cream or any other essential items your child may need based on the weather advisory.

Blennerville Pony and Agricultural Show

This year’s show is taking place on the 24th of July at 10am at Ballymacthomas, Ballymacelligott V92D1H7.  There will be entertainment from Dreams of Freedom from 11.30am-1.30pm, Baking section, Dog Show and Sheep classes. Don’t miss out on a great day out.

If worried about missing the All-Ireland Final, there will be a 10ft by 7ft screen which will be showing Kerry v Galway. You can register your horse, pony, or cattle classes on the below link.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/blennerville?fbclid=IwAR0mGOfymUTerI09BG5YPWJoLzGGOg0f_3oGGJDGlqoBAxHyMSP9qJqPKec

Juvenile Academy

U5

The U5 boys and girls enjoyed a fun morning in the sun. We practiced our hand pass and kicking skills. We had target practice with bean bags and hoops. Players of the week went to a brother and sister duo, well done Ella and Rian.

U7

An enjoyable morning at training, well done to Cathal Scanlon player of the week. Enjoy the two week break from Academy.

U8 Girls

Well done to our 11 enthusiastic girls who had a high energy session despite the heat this morning! We welcomed Anna Poff’s cousin Lucy to join us for fun 1 vs 2 drills and lots of kicking practice.

The girls’ skills are all improving and were on display in a short match to finish. All our girls had previously won the player of the week trophy so this week it was Olivia who impressed us all with her block downs and scoring!

Well done to you all. Enjoy your 2-week academy break & Cul Camp this week and we look forward to more matches in August. Don’t forget to cheer on Kerry next weekend and the Kerry Ladies the following week.

U9

We had a good session Sunday Morning in the heat, we started with a warmup which included hand passing, soloing and side stepping. We practiced our kick passing and point kicking and finished with a competitive game again. We will take a break from training for the next two weekends for the academy summer break.

U10 Girls

We had a great turnout today Sunday 17th July for U10 Girls training. The weather was glorious, and the temperature was high. During practice we focused on improving skills – hand passing, point scoring and kicking. Given the day was so hot the girls took plenty of water breaks and instead of a match we had a penalty competition where the girls had to score against goalkeeper coach Kieran.

While it wasn’t an easy task, they made some great strikes resulting in some fine goals. Special mention to Grace Costello on her first day back after recovering so well from her injury, and Lexi who joined us today for training for the first time. We are breaking for the next 2 Sundays after which we will look forward to more training and matches in August.

U11 Boys

Our boys trained on Thursday and Sunday morning this week in preparation for the Central Region Go Games which will commence in the next few weeks.

We were also delighted to hear that our team was chosen to play in the Munster U11 Go Games in Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Our boys will travel to Cork on Tuesday week which will be a great opportunity for them all.

We will train this Thursday in preparation for it and there will be no training on Sunday due to the All-Ireland final. Keep up the practice at home and we hope all our lads enjoy the Cúl camp this week.

U12 Girls

Well done to everyone for coming to training on Sunday morning in such warm conditions. Seen as this was our last session for 2 weeks, we had a fun filled session where the girls were allowed to choose what games to play.

We played dodge ball, obstacle courses, races, football rounders and prisoner boxes. All the girls got sweets and ice pops to cool down afterwards. Also Well done to Niamh Murphy who won our footballer of the week trophy.

Niamh has played excellent in a lot of our matches and always manages to score a few sneaky goals. There have been many occasions where Niamh has deserved to win the trophy and her time has finally come. Keep up the practice at home and we will see you all in 2 weeks.

U13

Training continues with a very good session in Kerins O’Rahilly’s pitch in Ballyrickard on Tuesday last.

The extra numbers participating in training is improving the quality and intensity of the sessions. On Thursday evening we had a challenge game against Castlegregory played in St Pat’s.

This was the first game for the amalgamated Kerins O’Rahillys/St. Pat’s team, and it proved to be a challenging one for this new team. The first half was quite competitive with both sides playing good quality football although Castlegregory maintained a lead for most of the half.

As the second half progressed the experience and teamwork of Castlegregory allowed them to dominate most of the exchanges and the game finished with them well in front. It was good to get this challenge game as it allowed a lot of players to get game time and experience playing together.

Training continues Tuesday evening in St Pat’s with the possibility of another challenge game on this Thursday. We hope all our young players participating in the Cúl Camp in St. Pat’s this week have a good week of fun, activity and develop their football skills.

U15

Both sides were defeated last week. In Div 2, Miltown Castlemaine got the better of our charges and in Div 5, Castleisland Desmond’s were victorious.

There is one remaining game in Div 5 v Ballymac and in Div 2 John Mitchels and Churchill provide the opposition to complete the fixtures venues for these games are to be decided.

U17

Our U17’s played valiantly in their replay of the semifinal of U17 Central Region against Skellig Rangers/Valentia, unfortunately it wasn’t to be in the end. Well done to all involved and to both Clubs working so well together.

Minor

St Brendan’s Minors begin their campaign in the Minor Football Championship Round 1 in Milltown on Monday night the 18th of July at 7pm against East Kerry.

Seniors B

Our Senior Bs played in their Round 2 of the Tralee/St Brendan’s Junior League against Austin Stacks C on Tuesday the 12th of July. Cillian Lynch scored a goal in the first few minutes of the first half.

A point was scored on behalf of Austin Stacks, Cillian Lynch kicked the ball to score a point. The opposition replied with a point of their own and Cillian lynch was awarded a free to which it sailed over the bar to add another point to St Pat’s scoring.

Austin Stacks scored two points in quick succession, Darragh Moriarty shot the ball over to add his own point. With time running low Austin Stacks added two of their own points. Cillian Lynch again scored a point with James Friel adding a point also, in the dying minutes of the first half Cillian Lynch shot the ball past the goalkeeper to score a goal. The first half ended St Pats 2-05 Austin Stacks C 0-06.

Austin Stacks got three unanswered points to try to close the gap between the two teams, three points were scored by Cormac Lynch and Breandan Savage got his own point also.

Austin Stacks scored another point to try to keep up with the scoring, Shane Jordan, and Ali Gardezi each got a point of their own to keep St Pats leading. This game was very quick, and credit must be giving to the Lynch Brothers who kept the game going with scoring or involved in assists throughout the game.

Each player had their part to play, and each played extremely well including substitutes who provided fresh legs when needed. The final whistle blew to read St Pats 2-11 to Austin Stacks C 0-10.

Our Senior B’s were to play in the Developmental League Final last Saturday night this wasn’t played and is postponed until further notice.

Our Senior B’s play in the Tralee/St Brendan’s Junior League Sponsored by Lee Strand, the Round 3 game against Churchill B is on Tuesday 19th of July at 7.30pm in Churchill.

The Round 1 game against Ardfert B is on Thursday 21st of July at 7.30pm in Ardfert.

Good Luck

To Kerry Minor Ladies playing in the All-Ireland Minor ‘B’ Championship Semi Final on Wednesday 20th of July at 7.30pm against Monaghan in St Rynagh’s, Banagher, Co. Offaly.

To Kerry Seniors who play in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final in Croke Park on Sunday 24th of July against Galway at 3.30pm.

Congratulations

To the Kerry Ladies who won against Mayo in the All-Ireland Senior Ladies Football Championship Semi-Final last Saturday in Croke Park.

Speedy Recovery

To Tommy Lynch who broke his ankle in the game against Reenard.

Sympathy

The club would like to extend its sympathy to the families and friends of Eileen O’Flaherty Derrymore East and Aogán O Brosnacháin Skehanagh.

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Ballymacelligott GAA Club News

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Ballymac Senior B Team

Our Senior B team played Kerin O’Rahilly B last Tuesday night at home in Ballymac.

Final score on the night was Ballymac 1-10 to Rahillys 2-4

Their next game is fixed for Tuesday night 7.30pm away in the Mitchels

Kerry Ladies

Well done to the Kerry ladies and Management on a fantastic win on Saturday in the TG4 All Ireland Senior Championship Semi Final

They beat Mayo on a score-line of Kerry 4-10 Mayo 0-13

They now play the final on Sunday July 31st in Croke Park against Meath at 4pm

Academy

There will be no Academy next Sunday morning due to it being All-Ireland Sunday

Thank you to all the kids and parents for facilitating the earlier starting time this week due to the warm weather. All our academy players were in great form and playing their little hearts out.

Cul Camp

Cul Camp starts Monday 18th July, please note the earlier start time of 9am on Monday and Tuesday and finish time of 1pm

Please ensure your child has plenty of water, a hat and sun cream

Coaches and co-ordinators will make sure there is plenty of water breaks during the camp

Shop—Joanne will open the shop after the camp on Friday

Under 11 Boys

Training is cancelled this week for the under 11s as the Cul Camp is on

Under 12

Well Done to Ballymac U12 Girls & Boys who Won the Jack Rahilly Annual Blitz in Scartaglin Today, they played excellent football and showed great team work.   Boy Player of the Tournament was Adrian O Connor,

Lotto

Gene O’Keffee and Neil Breen drawing the Ballymacelligott Play Ball Lotto numbers last Monday night. 

Ballymacelligott GAA PLAY BALL Results  Monday 11th July.

Gene O’Keeffe and Neil Breen conducted the Play Lotto Draw last Monday evening at the Half Way Shop.

The numbers drawn by Neil, our Jackpot winner (€14700) two weeks ago, were

8,11, 5, and 7.

There was no winner of the Jackpot of €2450.00

Congratulations to the following Lucky Dip winners:

€30.00: Susan O’Connell

€20.00: John Moriarty

€20.00: Ciaran Fitzmaurice

Thanks to everyone for your support and to Gene and Neil for their time last Monday evening.

Next week’s Jackpot is €2550.00.and the draw will take place on Facebook Live on Monday 18th July.

The first lucky dip winner next week will win an entry ticket to the Kerry GAA House Raffle. The Draw for the House will take place before the end of July 2022 and the closing date for entries is Tuesday 26th of July.

Play Ball Lotto Ticket sales close at 6 pm sharp.

Tickets can be purchased by clicking here.

https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2258&PC=0&RP=#Anchor

or via our mobile app and our sellers are Paula Silles, Gene O’Keeffe, and The Half Way Shop. The closing time for entries from the shop will be 4pm on Monday next to facilitate the draw.

News

Volunteers Join Clean Coasts For Fenit Beach Clean-Up

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Volunteers and members of the Clean Coasts and Fáilte Ireland team who helped clean Fenit Beach on Saturday.

VOLUNTEERS from all around Kerry came out on Saturday to take part in Clean Coasts and Fáilte Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way Community Clean-ups of Fenit Beach in Kerry.

These events were created by Clean Coasts as part of their summertime Enjoy and Protect campaign with support from Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development who support the long-term sustainable growth in the economic, social, cultural and environmental contribution to tourism in Ireland with the events’ overall aim was to raise awareness to keeping our marine and wildlife spaces clean for locals and tourists alike to enjoy and admire.

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This event on Fenit beach in County Kerry included tea and coffee from Mike’s Cafe for all participants.

There were 26 volunteers joining Clean Coasts and Fáilte Ireland in Fenit, removing four bags – approximately 25 kg – of marine litter in one hour.

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Both the team and volunteers who joined were pleasantly surprised to find an already very cleaned beach and were delighted with how the day went. Fenit Conservation also joined the event, to give a brief talk about the work they do.

Rachel Geary from the Environmental Education Unit representing Clean Coasts said: “It was a great event and participants had a very positive attitude.”

News

New Online Map Showcasing Kerry Walking Trails Launched

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Walk the line…At the launch of a new online map showcasing over 130 different walking trails in County Kerry were, Cathaoirleach Kerry County Council, Cllr. John Francis Flynn (centre) with CEO North East and West Kerry Development, Eamonn O’Reilly, Head of Tourism Kerry County Council, Niamh O’Sullivan, Kerry Tourism Industry Federation member Mike (Larkin) Murphy, Active Me Digital mapping, Brian Coakley and CEO South Kerry Development Partnership Noel Spillane. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

A NEW online map showcases over 130 different walking trails in County Kerry has been launched by Kerry County Council.

The Kerry Trails Map is an online interactive map for Kerry, which provides essential trail information for those who would like to explore the county’s numerous walks and trails.

The map was developed in partnership with the South Kerry Development Partnership and North East and West Kerry Development and was funded through the support of the Department of Rural and Community Development’s Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme.

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The project mapped 130 Kerry trails and offers over 270 options for walks throughout the county, and provides essential information including trail location, length, difficulty, duration, GPS coordinates, directions to the trailhead/parking areas and other important information.

“This is a really exciting showcase for what we have to offer here in Kerry,” said the Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr John Francis Flynn.

“Given the popularity now of outdoor pursuits including walking and hiking, it is wonderful to have such a useful and interactive resource being made available to those wanting to explore and enjoy the many walks and trails which are available all over the county,” he said.

Head of Tourism with Kerry County Council, Niamh O’Sullivan said that developing and promoting trails and walks around the county is an integral part of the County Kerry Tourism Strategy.

“Kerry already has a well-established reputation for walking and hiking and this new map, which is so easy to use, will greatly complement the resources and information which is available to walkers from Kerry and beyond,” she said.

“I would like to acknowledge the assistance of Brian Coakley of Active Me who was involved in developing the map as well as SKDP and NEWKD and the Kerry Tourism Industry Federation who supported the initiative from the outset.”

The map can be downloaded for use off-line and offers a 3D view of trails to enhance the user experience.

Visit https://www.kerrycoco.ie/tourism/kerry-trails-map/ to view and download the map and follow Kerry County Council on social media for updates.

Entertainment, News

Tralee Musical Society To Return With ‘That’s Entertainment’ This October

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Tralee Musical Society members met up at Kerins O’Rahillys clubhouse on Saturday night to announce their new show ‘That’s Entertainment’ to take place in August.

TRALEE Musical Society is making a much anticipated return to the Siamsa Tíre stage this October with their ever popular That’s Entertainment Variety Show.

Directed and choreographed by the award winning Oliver Hurley, this year’s show will be bursting with talent and entertainment and will showcase excerpts from The Greatest Showman, The Pirate Queen, Come from Away, The Book of Mormon along with a wonderful children’s chorus performing show stoppers from Seussical Jr.

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The comedy team will once again return to ensure laughs aplenty. This comeback show from the Tralee’s multi-award winning musical society is packed with local talent and sure to be one of the hottest tickets in town this October.

If you want to take part and get involved, rehearsals are starting this Tuesday, July 19, at 7.30pm in Kerins O’Rahillys clubhouse.

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Children’s Games Athletes Take Part In Spinathon Fundraiser

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Stephanie Ronayne, Johnny Dawson, Fionán Ryan and Martina Ryan at the Spinathon fundraiser at Manor West Retail Park on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE International Children’s Games team travelling to Coventry in August finished their fundraising drive with a well organised Spinathon at Manor Retail Park on Saturday last from 10am to 4pm.

The athletes were required to ride a Spin Bike for a period of one hour in pairs while the adults-mostly parents of the athletes and members of the ICG committee- supported them by receiving contributions from the public by bucket collection.

All in all the event went off without a hitch and the committee were more than happy with the funds raised on the day.

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Tralee ICG chairman Mike Culloty thanked members of the public for their support and everyone who helped to make the day possible: “In reality it would be impossible for us to function without the support of the general public at events such as this, which enable us to continue participation at the Children’s Games on an annual basis. The 17 athletes travelling this year represent Kerry and Ireland in Track and Field, Swimming and Basketball”.

Preparations are well in order at this stage, with the different squads in training with their respective coaches and all should be ready for departure on August 10th from Farranfore airport to Stansted and then on to Coventry.

Entertainment, News

George Ezra Announces Concert At The INEC Killarney

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George Ezra. Photo: Adam Scarborough

BRIT Award-winning, multi-platinum selling musician George Ezra today announced extra Irish shows due to phenomenal demand including one in Kerry.

He will play at the Gleneagle INEC Arena, Killarney on March 10, 2023. The show are on the back of the sell-out success of his recently announced 3Arena and SSE Arena shows and support his new album Gold Rush Kid, which was released on 10 June via Columbia Recordsand has been top 10 in Ireland since release.

Tickets for the INEC concert are from €49.50 on sale this Friday, July 22 at 10am from Ticketmaster.

After two blockbuster albums – Wanted On Voyage (2014) and Staying At Tamara’s (2018), both of which reached number 1 in the UK and sold millions around the world, and the latter of which earned him his first number 1 single in ‘Shotgun’ and won him the 2019 Brit Award for British Male Solo Artist – he returned last month with an album written and produced entirely in London with longstanding collaborator Joel Pott.

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