County Senior Championship – St. Brendan’s
Hard luck to our Kerins O’Rahillys players involved with the St. Brendan’s representative side, who suffered a narrow one-point defeat in their opening game of the Kerry Senior Football County Championship on Saturday. Facing West Kerry in Paddy Kennedy Park, Annascaul, St. Brendan’s were edged out on a 0-21 to 2-14 scoreline after a tremendous contest.
Credit to our club man Micheál Quirke and his management team on a huge effort. St. Brendan’s will look to bounce back in the next round as they take on North Kerry.
Junior Men – McElligott Cup Thriller
Our Senior B team were involved in an absolute epic in Fossa on Sunday in the McElligott Cup semi-final. Having trailed by eight points during the opening period, Strand Road produced a magnificent second-half display to overturn the deficit and lead by six points, before Fossa struck a late goal to level the game at 5-13 to 3-19 at the end of normal time.
The high-scoring drama continued into extra time, but Fossa eventually edged clear to take the victory, 4-27 to 6-15. Huge credit to the players and management on an incredible effort and an unforgettable game of football.
Juvenile & Ladies Football
u14 girlsU14 Girls North Kerry League Shield Champions: Huge congratulations to our U14 girls, who saved their best performance for last to capture the North Kerry League Shield title against Abbeydorney! Every single player from 1 to 15 and all our substitutes showed fantastic hunger, determination, and skill to bring silverware back to the club for 2026. Thanks to Abbeydorney Ladies for a great game.
U12 Boys Season Wrap: Our U12 boys wrapped up their season with an enjoyable away trip to Churchill. Both of our teams put in high-quality performances, marking a great finish to a fantastic year of development and team spirit. Afterward, the boys were generously treated to food and drinks in Charlie’s Bar—sincere thanks to Margaret and Sean for their generous hospitality!
U8 Girls Blitz: Our U8 girls enjoyed a fantastic, action-packed week of football. They lined out in a great blitz in Connolly Park alongside Austin Stacks and Na Gaeil, showing brilliant teamwork, sharp tackling, and excellent block-downs. The girls followed that up with another great blitz hosted by St. Pats in Blennerville, competing alongside Churchill in an evening of football, sack races, and fun. Well done to all the girls and coaches!
Gaelic4Mothers&Others
Our Mothers & Others group were in action on Wednesday evening, enjoying a fantastic match and social evening with Milltown/Castlemaine. There was plenty of brilliant play, huge fun, and great sporting spirit on display throughout. Sincere thanks to Milltown/Castlemaine for such an enjoyable evening—we can’t wait for the return fixture!
Charlie’s Café & Bar
Great news for visitors to Strand Road—Charlie’s Café is now officially open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM!
Call in to enjoy teas, barista coffee, fresh scones, pastries, homemade soup, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and light bites. With free on-site parking, it is the perfect spot to meet up with friends or take a break during the workday.
For enquiries or bookings, contact 066 7154002 or email charliesbarkor@gmail.com. Charlie’s Bar also continues to welcome everyone for evening drinks and weekend entertainment!
Club Lotto
Draw Date: September 14th, 2026
Numbers Drawn: 5, 16, 21, 22
Jackpot: No Winner
€25 Match 3 Winners: Mossie Fleming (c/o Martina), Denis O’Connor (Friends of Strand Road), Bernard ‘Pop’ Lynch (online), Jennifer Fusco (online), and Breda O’Connor (online)
Next Week’s Jackpot: €6,700
Tickets can be purchased from Betty’s Bar, Jimmy’s Foodstore, Der O’Sullivans The Mall, The Lakeside Cafe at Tralee Bay Wetlands, and Charlie’s Bar, or online via Clubforce. Thank you for your continued support!
