Senior Championship – Flying Start in Currow
Our Senior team laid down an impressive opening marker in Group 4 of the Kerry Petroleum Intermediate Football Club Championship with a powerful 4-20 to 1-14 victory over Castleisland Desmonds in Currow on Saturday evening.
After playing into a stiff breeze during a tight first half, goals from Ben Hanafin and Barry John Keane helped secure a 2-7 to 1-6 interval lead. The Blues turned on the style in the second period, with Tomás Kennedy and Conor Hayes netting further goals as Strand Road pulled away in ideal conditions.
Darragh O’Connor finished with six points, while Cormac Coffey made a fine return to the starting XV following his time abroad.
Ben Hanafin delivered a brilliant performance from wing-back, while Jake Foley and Ben O’Brien laid the foundation by securing vital kickout possession throughout. Seamus Cahill, Gearoid Dillane, and Daniel Bowler excelled in defence, with Conor O’Sullivan setting the tone through his tireless work rate.
Attention now turns to Round 2, where we travel to face Glenflesk next Sunday, August 16th, at 4:00 PM in Glenflesk. Make sure to travel and bring the noise for the lads! 🔵⚪
Juvenile Action & Academy Updates
U16U16 Boys County League Final: It wasn’t to be for our U16s in the Lee Strand County League Final last Thursday evening in Ballyrickard. The lads put in a massive performance against a strong South Kerry combination side. They have shown great heart and determination all year and are a massive credit to their families and club. Thank you to everyone who came out to support them.
U12U12 Boys: Our U12 boys hosted Churchill in two highly competitive games at Pat Healy Park. The level of skill on display in both matches was a joy to behold. Well done to the players and thanks to Churchill for travelling in.
.Sunday Academy: Pat Healy Park, Ballyrickard was a hive of activity on Sunday morning. Our U6s worked on handpassing and kicking for scores, while our U8 boys fielded four teams in a series of great games against visiting Ardfert. The U10 boys prepared for their upcoming Fossa blitz, while our U8 and U10 girls continues to make huge strides with brilliant enthusiasm under their coaches.
Mothers & Others
Members of our fantastic Mothers & Others group enjoyed a brilliant team bonding day on Saturday. Full of club spirit, the group gathered to watch the Senior Men’s championship opener on Clubber together. It’s always brilliant to see the group socialising and supporting the club away from the pitch! 🔵⚪
Charlie’s Bar
There was fantastic fun in Charlie’s Bar across the entire weekend! With full food service now officially up and running, supporters and locals enjoyed great meals throughout the weekend alongside live music on Saturday night. Be sure to drop down to Strand Road to sample the new menu and enjoy the great atmosphere!
Club Lotto
Date: August 3rd, 2026
Numbers Drawn: 1, 4, 8, 19
Jackpot: No Jackpot Winner
€25 Match 3 Winners: John Moriarty (c/o Jimmy’s Foodstore) and Vicky (c/o Charlie’s Bar)
Next Week’s Jackpot: €6,100
Tickets can be purchased at Betty’s Bar, Jimmy’s Foodstore, Der O’Sullivans Fine Foods, The Lakeside Cafe at Tralee Bay Wetlands, and Charlie’s Bar, or online via our social links. Thank you for your continued support!
