PEIL FAOI 7: (i) We’ll be in football mode again next Sunday morning (23ú Iúil) in Caherslee at 11am. (ii) More great football was played on Thursday last (5.30pm).
PEIL FAOI 9: (i) In our last GoGames challenge we had great football v St Senans. (iii) We expect to see you all in Connolly Park next Sunday (23ú Iúil) at 11am.
ALL-STARS: Last Sunday morning’s ALL-STARS session was brilliant as usual with lots of action….knees up, toes up, walking, swinging hands, jumping jacks, hopping, jogging, listening, watching, obstacles, football skills, etc. Mighty stuff! Newcomers welcome…just come along to The Rock Club, Connolly Park, on Sunday next (23rd July). (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 10/11: (i) More Football-For-Fun at 10.50am next Sunday (23ú Iúil) i gCathair Sailí. Fáilte roimh chách.
(ii) Over a dozen U11 Rock boys played in the Munster U11 Football Blitz i Staid an Ghearaltaigh on Tuesday (18th). The Rock lads played v Moyvane, v Abhainn a’Scáil and v BK Plunketts. Very enjoyable…great football was played…our lads played really well. Everybody thoroughly enjoyed the occasion. And the tour of the stadium was well received by our boys. BK Plunketts juvenile club was formed when two County Cork clubs, An Bóthar Buí and Cnoc na Groí, amalgamated (joined together).
The new team is named in honour of Horace Plunkett (1854 – 1932) who was the founder of the Co-operative Movement in Ireland. In 1889, Ireland’s first co-operative was established in Doneraile, County Cork, and the first co-operative creamery was opened in Dromcollogher, Co. Limerick. We have Lee Strand Co-op and Kerry Co-op based in Tralee. [BK = Boherbue and Knocknagree].
PEIL FAOI 13: (i)Training continues on Tuesdays from 5pm to 6.30pm and on Thursdays from 6.30pm to 8pm. (ii) Central League games fixed for last Sunday (16th July) had to be re-scheduled due to Kerry playing in Croke Park. (iii) Our B Team hosted Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane B on Friday 14th in Connolly Park and, unfortunately, we lost…3-13 to 0-9. (iv) Our A game v the John Mitchel Club is still awaiting a new date. (Dan Ahern)
PEIL FAOI 15: ‘Twas a tough week on the road for both our teams in the Central League! D’imríomar in aghaidh na Gaeltachta ar an gCéadaoin. (i) The A team had a hard game. After a very tight first 20 minutes when the hosts were leading by a single point we were, unfortunately, reduced to 14 players and this was really the turning point in the game.
Our boys did well to stick to the challenge but, faraor, An Ghaeltacht proved to be too strong and won the match. ‘Neart,’ arsa an dreoilín! Scór…An Ghaeltacht: 3-13; AdeS: 1-7. Foireann A: Seán Clifford; Jamie Casey, Brian Kavanagh, Maximilian Grzybowski; Eoin Mangan, Adam Johnson, Darragh Lyons; Jayden Moriarty, Alex Touhy; Tadhg Falvey, Rory Lynch, Denis Brassil; Jake Carmody, Jack Diggin. Subs: Óran O’Donoghue, Jack Shanahan.
(ii) On Friday our B team travelled to the John Mitchel Club for our second round of the Central League (Division 5A). Under testing conditions, due to the brutal weather, we did our best to challenge a team that, in the first half, was physically much stronger team than we were.
Unfortunately, we missed some scores from well-worked chances. Much credit must go to the boys who made their first start for this team. With no break in the weather we kept plugging away and, finally, we got some quick scores (goals) late in the second half to bring the gap back to a mere two points.
Unfortunately for us, the Mitchel Club boys held on for the win. Scór…Na Mistéalaigh: 4-8; AdeS: 5-3. Foireann B: Seán Clifford, Alex Darfoor, Fionn Cotter, Tadhg Sommers, Brian Kavanagh, Jamie Casey, Óran O’Donoghue, David Hobbert, David Mullins, Denis Brassil, Jack Shanahan, Joe Barry; Nathan O’Connor, Kyle Yoxall, Dean Courtney. Subs: Oisín Cotter, Ewan Canty, Darragh Lyons. Well done, boys, for bravely playing your hearts out until the end. Great effort, lads!
(iii) Training continued over the weekend. (iv) Our A team faces a tough away game this week (Wednesday 19th) in the Central League versus Laune Rangers. Team support would be greatly appreciated for this one. The next game for our B team has not been scheduled yet. We’ll shortly know the date! (Ger Hobbert)
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CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto. Mórbhuíochas le O’FlynnInteriors, Kirby’s Brogue Inn, Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books)….all in Rock Street…. Hussey’s Newsagency and Deli in Prince’s Quay and The Burger Shack in Móin a’Bhealaigh.
AN CHARRAIG ABÚ! Best wishes to our club seniors v the K-O’R Club seniors in their ‘big’ League challenge this weekend.
CIARRAÍ ABÚ! (i) ‘Well done’ to our seniors v Doire Cholmcille. (ii) Comhghairdeachas le Mná Chiarraí v An Mhí. Nárbh iontach an troid a chuireadar suas! Ciarraí Abú!
JUST A THOUGHT: Clare and Galway – gone from the hurling championship! Should we, the GAA, consider a play-off for 3rd place in the championship? Would a bronze medal be valued in either county?
GAELTACHT: A note of gratitude from the parent of a club member who availed of the GAA Gaeltacht Scholarship through The Rock Club: ‘….the two weeks in Coláiste Íde are nearly finished. They had an absolute ball and really enjoyed both the classes side of it and the craic/céilí side of it. Go raibh míle maith agat. Aibhistín de Staic Abú!’
PEIL FAOI 7: (i) Football as usual next Sunday morning (16ú Iúil) in Caherslee at 11am. Looking forward to seeing all our young stars once again! (ii) Brilliant skilful football was played on Thursday last (5.30pm).
PEIL FAOI 9: (i) We gave a great welcome to Castleisland Desmonds this Tuesday (11th), fantastic football was played and everybody had a great time! (ii) Our next GoGames challenge will be v St Senans….information on date/time/venue will be texted to players. (iii) We hope to see you all in Connolly Park next Sunday (16ú Iúil) at 11am.
ALL-STARS: Last Sunday morning’s ALL-STARS session was great. We began with our usual warm up….knees-to-the-skies exercise, walking, jumping jacks, jogging. We did our listening, watching and imitating exercises as well as our social games. We saw brilliant performances by everybody! The football skills’ session was brilliant and so was the obstacle course! Dul chun cinn iontach! Well done, everybody…players and coaches! Parents/Guardians, if you haven’t already done so…..bring your young ALL-STAR along to The Rock, Connolly Park, on Sunday next (16th July). (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 10/11: (i) More Football-For-Fun at 10.50am next Sunday (16ú Iúil) i gCathair Sailí. Fáilte roimh bhuachaillí nua. (ii) Over a dozen U11 Rock boys will have the opportunity of playing in the Munster U11 Football Blitz i Staid an Ghearaltaigh on Tuesday 18th July. An-scéal!
The Rock lads will be in action at 1pm and will play three short games. Our opposition will be Abhainn a’Scáil, BK Plunketts and Moyvane. The day will also include a stadium tour. BK Plunketts Club: The juvenile sections of two County Cork clubs, Bóthar Buí and Cnoc na Groí, have amalgamated (joined together) to form a new juvenile club called BK Plunketts. The new team is named in honour of the founder of the Co-operative Movement, Horace Plunkett. BK…Boherbue and Knocknagree.
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) Our Central League campaigns kicked off with both the A and B teams in action on Sunday last (9th July). Great credit is due to all involved in managing to put 34 boys out ar pháirceanna imeartha….two teams playing simultaneously and at two different locations. Our B team hosted a strong Milltown/Castlemaine amalgamation in Connolly Park but, unfortunately, the visitors won on a scoreline of 2-16 to 2-4.
However and more importantly, our boys battled bravely to the end in true Rock fashion. Our A team made the short trip to Kileen to play Na Gaeil and secured a nice victory by 0-20…5-12 to 0-7. Training continues on Tuesday and Thursday ahead of the next round of Central League fixtures. (Dan Ahern)
(ii) U13 Central League Division 1….AdeS A: 5-12; Na Gaeil A: 0-7. A great battle was fought by the Gaeil squad and, ultimately, it was some late goals from Austin Stack Club boys that put a bit of gloss on the final score. Congratulations to our Rock ‘young guns’ on a fantastic team performance that had 10 different scorers from play.
The boys continue to give their all in training; they have put in massive work in recent weeks and it’s showing on the playing field.
Their work rate was relentless from start to finish. ‘Well done’ to all! We’ll go into combat again on Sunday next (16th) in Connolly Park and the John Mitchel Club boys will be our opponents. (Kieran O’Flaherty)
(iii) U13 Central League (Round 1)….AdeS B: 2-4; Miltown/Castlemaine: 3-16. It was a tough night at the office for our lads against a very strong Miltown/Castlemaine side. Our opponents started very quickly and had opened up a 10-point lead after 15 minutes but the our boys showed great spirit and kept battling and picked off a couple of good points to leave the Mid-Kerry boys leading by 9 points at the break… 1-9 to 0-3.
On the resumption The Rock lads worked very hard and were rewarded with an excellent goal midway through the half; they were very unlucky not to add another one at that stage, although we did get a second goal before the end.
Milltown added a couple of their own and kicked some good points to leave the final score at 3-16 to 2-4 in favour of our opponents. ‘Well done’ to Milltown on a good win. Our lads will pick themselves up and will dust themselves down; they’ll knuckle down to training and will be ready to go again next week. Up The Rock! (Ed O’Regan)
(iv) Our Central League opponents: our A team is in Division 1 with Na Mistéalaigh, Na Gaeil and Ard Fhearta. Our B team is in Division 6 with Na Gaeil B, Milltown/Castlemaine B and Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane B.
PEIL FAOI 15: (i) A successful week on the road for both our teams v Ballymac in the Central League! On Wednesday the A team had a tough game v Ballymac A in Ballymac. In a very tight first half the hosts led by a single point at half-time…0-5 to 0-4.
We had good possession in the 2nd half but we made hard work of our play with as many misses as scores! Thankfully, we plodded on, held tough, fought hard and took the win. An scór deireanach…Ballymac: 0-10; AdeS: 0-14. Foireann A na Carraige: Conor O’Regan; Jamie Casey, Maximilian Grzybowski, Eoin Mangan; David Hobbert, Adam Johnson, Darragh Lyons; Jayden Moriarty, Alex Touhy; Tadhg Falvey, Rory Lynch, Aodhán Horgan; Denis Brassil, Jake Carmody, Jack Diggin; (ionadaithe) Brian Kavanagh, Jack Shanahan.
Well done, boys! We now have achieved two victories in two games in the Central League. Let’s keep this positive stuff going!
(ii) On Friday our B team also travelled to Ballymac for the opening round in Division 5A of the Central League. With lads unavailable (for many reasons) we picked a much changed team from that victorious selection that took part in Division 9 of the County League. With the aid of a very strong breeze we had most of the play in the first half but a late penalty for Ballymac had 1-2 to 0-6 written on the scoreboard at the break. A solid 2nd half performance was given by our stalwarts who stuck to the basics, worked hard, controlled possession and took scores when opportunities arose.
Ballymac played very well also and only the bare minimum separated the teams at the final whistle. An scór deireanach…Ballymac: 2-3; AdeS: 0-10. Peileadóirí B na Carraige: Seán Clifford; Oisín Cotter, Fionn Cotter, Tadhg Sommers; Brian Kavanagh, Jamie Casey, David Mullins; David Hobbert, Ryan O’Carroll; Denis Brassil, Jack Shanahan, Joe Barry; Ewan Canty, Jay Sweeney, Dean Courtney; (ionadaithe) Alex Dafoor, Nathan O’Connor. Well done, boys! Mighty stuff!
(iii) Training will continue over the coming weekend. (iv) We have been scheduled to play two games this week in the Central League….the A team (away) v An Ghaeltacht on Wednesday and the B team (at home) v the John Mitchel Club on Friday. (Ger Hobbert)
CÚL CAMP: ‘Well done’ to all involved in last week’s Cúl Camp in Connolly Park…a great week of learning and a great week of fun despite the inclement weather (at times)!
CLUB SHOP: Club gear may be order on www.oneills.com
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto. Mórbhuíochas le Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books), O’Flynn Interiors, Kirby’s Brogue Inn, Kevin Barry’s Shop….all in Rock Street….The Burger Shack in Móin a’Bhealaigh and Hussey’s Deli in Prince’s Quay.
CIARRAÍ: (i) Good wishes to foireann shinsearach na bhfear v Doire sa chluiche ceathrú ceannais. (ii) Good luck to foireann shinsearach na mban (and especially to Aoife Ní Dhuilleáin) sa chluiche leathcheannais v An Mhí i bPáirc Aibhistín de Staic ar an Satharn beag seo. All support welcome! Ciarraí Abú!
AN CHARRAIG: Best wishes to our club seniors v the K-O’R Club seniors in their ‘big’ League challenge.
CÚL CAMP: This week’s Kerry Cúl Camp in Connolly Park (July 3rd~7th) is being well attended and is being enjoyed by all.
PEIL FAOI 7: (i) Football as usual next Sunday morning (9ú Iúil) in Caherslee at 11am. Fáilte is fiche roimh pheileadóirí nua. (ii) Great football was played once again at 5.30pm on Thursday last.
PEIL FAOI 9: (i) We welcomed Listowel Emmets to Caherslee last Sunday morning for some tremendous games that were played in great spirit. Everybody had fun!
(ii) We have two more games left in the GoGames series and they are v Castleisland Desmonds and v St Seanans.
(iii) No…no…no Thursday night training this week because the Cúl Camp is taking place in Connolly Park. (iv) We’ll be back in action in Connolly Park next Sunday (9ú Iúil) at 11am.
ALL-STARS: All went well for our ALL-STARS on Sunday morning last. We began with our usual warm up….high knees, walking and jumping jacks….to get the show on the road. Then we worked on our listening, watching and imitating skills….social games, e.g. Simon Says. The lads were brilliant even though we had increased the difficulty level! Richie’s football skills’ session was enjoyed by everyone. Indeed, progress is being made! Of course, the obstacle course was really enjoyed. Well done, everybody! Parents/Guardians, feel free to bring your young ALL-STAR along to The Rock, Connolly Park, on Sunday next (9th July). (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 10/11: (i) More Football-For-Fun at 10.50am next Sunday (9ú Iúil) i gCathair Sailí. Fáilte roimh bhuachaillí nua.
(ii) Over a dozen U11 Rock boys will have the opportunity of playing in the Munster U11 Football Blitz in FITZGERALD STADIUM on Tuesday 18th July. Wow! Our lads will be in action at 1pm and will play three short games. Our opposition will be Abhainn a’Scáil, BK Plunketts and Moyvane. The day will also include a stadium tour.
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) Our Central League (Réigiún Láir) training takes place on Tuesdays from 5pm to 6.30pm and on Thursdays from 6.30pm to 8pm. Hard work at these sessions will ensure that we’ll be among the very best in the league. As further preparation for our upcoming important competitive matches we played Baile an Chollaigh, Cork, on Sunday last (2nd July) in Connolly Par.
Well done, boys, and a very special bualadh bos for our U11 ‘young guns.’ Thanks to all the parents who helped with the setting up of the pitches, who took photos and who, at the end of the day’s proceedings, served refreshments and food in the clubhouse….a great team effort on and off the field!
(ii) The Central League has been scheduled to start on Sunday next (9th July). We await details on these fixtures. Our A team is in Division 1 with Na Mistéalaigh, Na Gaeil and Ard Fhearta. Our B team is in Division 6 with Na Gaeil B, Milltown/Castlemaine B and Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane B. Good luck to all! (iii) Our B team Town League game v the Kerins-O’Rahilly Club Bs that was scheduled for this weekend has been POSTPONED because of the commencement of the Central League.(Dan Ahern)
PEIL FAOI 15: (i) On Wednesday evening June 28th we hosted Na Gaeil in the opening round of Division 1 of the Central League (Réigiún Chiarraí Láir). A good strong performance by our lads ensured that we got the win….a very encouraging result considering that we brought in some of our younger players for this game. Our boys played really well! Mo cheol sibh, a bhuachaillí!
(ii) We had good training sessions over the weekend in preparation for this week’s two away Central League games. The Ballymac boys have been scheduled as the opposition for our A team on Wednesday evening and for our Division 5 team on Friday evening. An Charraig go deo! (Ger Hobbert)
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto. Mórbhuíochas le Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books) O’Flynn Interiors and Kirby’s Brogue Inn….all in Rock Street….The Burger Shack in Móin a’Bhealaigh and Hussey’s Deli n Prince’s Quay.
CIARRAÍ: (i) ‘Well done’ to foireann shinsearach na bhfear v Tír Eoghain. Go n-éirí leo v Doire sa chluiche ceathrú ceannais. (ii) ‘Well done’ to foireann shinsearach na mban (agus go speisialta le hAoife Ní Dhuilleáin) v An Cabhán i bPáirc Aibhistín de Staic. Go n-éirí leo v An Mhí sa chluiche leathcheannais.
HANDBALL: Should GAA clubs have ONE-WALL alleys to encourage individual youngsters to take up handball. Players could play liathróid láimhe, in competition, on their own (singles) or in pairs. Handball could provide the opportunity for GAA boys and girls to play internationally. Handball complements hurling and football and is good for general fitnessan. Many top-class players in both codes excelled at handball when younger; Kerry players Tomás Ó Súilleabháin, B.Ó Beaglaoish and Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh were excellent at handball. Handball is just another part of the GAA!
PEIL FAOI 7: (i) Football as usual next Sunday morning (25ú) in Caherslee at 11am. Fáilte roimh pheileadóirí nua. (ii) Outstanding football was played last Thursday night! These lads are mighty little players! This Thursday (22nd) again, boys, at 5.30pm.
PEIL FAOI 9: More U9 GoGames action at 11am on Sunday next (25ú Meitheamh) i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile. Last week’s GoGames were enjoyed by all. Maith sibh, a bhuachaillí na Carraige!
ALL-STARS: The All-Stars had another really good session last weekend. Great excitement once again i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile on Sunday last! Our youngsters thoroughly enjoyed their drill, skill and peil session! Coaches and players enjoyed the session and everybody performed to the best of their abilities.
The lads are getting better and better with each passing week; sea, tá siad ag dul ó neart go neart, seachtain in aghaidh seachtaine! Parents/Guardians, feel free to bring your youngster along to The Rock, Connolly Park, on Sunday next (25th June) to give him/her the opportunity of increasing his/her social participation, to make friends and to gain confidence. (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 10/11: (i) U11 County Football GoGames (Phase 2): another game (Bord na nÓg) game on Thursday. (ii) More Football-For-Fun at 10.50am next Sunday (25úMeitheamh) in Caherslee. Fáilte roimh dhaoine nua. (iii) Our UNDER 11 boys had a great trip to Nás na Ríogh i gCo. Chill Dara last Saturday and played well in the Naas Club Tournament. They had a very enjoyable time, had really good fun and played wonderful football against some of the country’s top teams. Well done, all….boys and mentors. (Colm Ó Mongáin)
CÓITSEÁIL: Last week’s club coaching session under Billy Lee, senior team coach/bainisteoir, David Lavin and Mickey Collins was a great success. It was most enjoyable and very beneficial to all the Juvenile Section coaches who took part. This week’s session has been scheduled for this Tuesday 20th June (7pm to 9pm). It is being held in conjunction with a senior team training/game session. Come along to this week’s worthwhile session even if you were as láthair an tseachtain seo caite! B’fhiú go mór é! (Tadhg Mac Mathúna)
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) An exciting and entertaining U13 County League (Division 2) final was played in the John Mitchel Club grounds on Sunday last. Final score….AdeS A: 1-12; Na Gaeil A: 4-10.
The Stack Club A squad gallantly fought a great battle in this final and it was only some late goals by Na Gaeil that killed off their brave challenge. A heavy shower just before throw-in ensured that this game was played on a slippery slimy surface le liathróid a bhí slim sleamhain.
All that made ball-handling, passing and the pick-up very tricky indeed! The Rock started very slowly, as can often be the case in finals, and found themselves behind…1-2 to 0-0…after the early exchanges. They then started to find their feet and roared back into this game with some lovely passing moves which saw them level up at 1-2 a-piece midway through the first half.
A great response, indeed! It was score for score and point for point until the Black‘n’Ambers kicked onbefore half-time. They kicked over a few excellent scores that put them 0-3 up going in at the break…1-7 to 1-4. Bhí go maith is ní raibh go holc!
At the start of the second half scores were hard to come by as both teams worked extremely hard….covering hectares of ground….to ward off dangerous attacks. Then there was the key moment midway through the second half when, after a sustained period of Rock pressure and with The Gaeil barely hanging on, the Cillín boys, with a sudden forward surge, managed to find their way through The Rock defence and bagged a goal of their own.
The Greens now had the bit between their teeth and kicked a few points to open up a lead. The Connolly Park lads were not going away, however, and kept on fighting bravely to stay in touch…even scoring a couple of points.
They game was up for grabs and the temperature, tension and excitement rose as they entered the closing stages.
Then, as the Stack Club’s enthusiastic players were eagerly pressing forward to find scores, too much space was allowed to open up for the dangerous Na Gaeil forwards and….alas, alack, ochón agus mo bhrón….they picked off two further goals.
That put the caidhp a’bháis on The Rock challenge and put the game to bed! Comhghairdeachas le Foireann na nGael and to its coaches on a good victory.
‘Well done’ to the Austin Stack Club U13 boys on a fantastic performance and on fighting all the way to the finish.
They can build on that superb and polished performance and they can look forward with confidence to the rest of the summer.
Níl deireadh ráite ag buachaillí seo na Carraige…fós; the greatest lies ahead! The Rock squad: Billy Kirby; Blake Bowler, Conor Maguire, Conor Murphy; Danny Lane, David Ahern, Diarmuid Hennessy; Dylan McEvoy, Ediart Topali; Harry Maguire, Jayden O’Dowd, Karol Kowalczyk; Kian Cronin, Liam Swords, Luke Kavanagh; Mark Riordan, Michael Carmody, Noah Reidy, Oisín Horan, Ryan O’Flaherty, Shea Horan, Tadhg Lucey, Tadhg O’Regan. Management: Ciarán Murphy, Dan Ahern, Kieran O’Flaherty, Tim McMahon, Dónal Corcoran, Gearóid Ó Tíocháin, Micko Horan.
(ii) Foireann B na Carraige that was so unlucky v the Listowel Emmet Club in the U13 County League (Division 13) Final: Gerard Teahan; Séamus Keenan, Oran O’Regan, Conor Maguire; Ethan Cushen, Shea Horan, Harry Maguire; Kian Cronin, Blake Bowler; Tom Dawson, Oisín Horan, Gearóid Corcoran; Luke Kavanagh, Joe O’Halloran (captaen), Eliot Calleja. Fir ionaid: Darragh Moriarty, Conor Hanafin, Mark Foley, Matthew Murphy, John Riordan, Jack Maguire, Diarmuid Hennessy, Albi Gaxha, Zac Moore, Shane Carey.
An Fhoireann Bhainistíochta/Management: Dónal Corcoran, Gearóid Ó Tíocháin, Micko Horan, Dan Ahern, Ciarán Murphy, Kieran O’Flaherty, Tim McMahon. (Dan Ahern)
PEIL FAOI 15: (i) Training will continue during the summer period…so, boys, keep an eye out for messages/texts from the coaches. (ii) The U15B team County League champions: Conor O’Regan; Jamie Ó Cathasaigh (captaen), Fionn Cotter, Tadhg Sommers; Oran O’Donoghue, Eoin Mangan, Joe de Barra; David Hobbert, Harry Murphy; Dean Courtney; Michael Cotter, Denis Brassil; Jay Sweeney, Barry Laide, Ryan O’Carroll. Subs: Kyle Yoxall, Seán McCannon, Oisín Cotter, Nathan O’Connor, Nathan Hurley, Eoghan Murphy, Vinny Moriarty, Ewan Canty, Alex Dafoor. A night of celebration…oíche mhór cheiliúrtha…will be held for the team in the near future. (Ger Hobbert)
CAID FAOI 17: Good wishes to Ben Ó Murchú, Pádraig Ó Laighin, Rónán Ó Cearúil,Dónal Ó Ciarba, (Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Seán Óg Ó Brosnacháin), to mionúir Chiarraí and to Bainisteoir, Wayne Quillinan, as they prepare for their next serious football challenge.
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto. Mórbhuíochas le O’Flynn Interiors, Kirby’s Brogue Inn, Kevin Barry’s Shop and Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books)….all i Sráid na Carraige, The Burger Shack in Móin a’Bhealaigh and Hussey’s Deli i gCé an Phrionsa.
CIARRAÍ: Comhghairdeachas le foireann shinsearach na bhfear v Contae Lú agus le foireann shinsearach na mban v Baile Átha Cliath. Taispeántais iontacha ón dá fhoireann!
PEIL FAOI 7: (i) Football as usual next Sunday morning (18ú) in Caherslee at 11am. Fáilte roimh dhaoine nua. (ii) More great football was played last hursday night! These lads are mighty little players! More again this Thursday (15th) at 5.30pm.
PEIL FAOI 9: Our U9s will be in GoGames action at 11am on Sunday next (18ú Meitheamh) i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile. Last week’s GoGames were most enjoyable. Maith sibh, a bhuachaillí na Carraige!
THE ROCK ALL-STARS: The All-Stars had another great session last weekend. There was more great excitement i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile on Sunday last with our lads really enjoying their drills, skills and spills! We (coaches and players) will continue to enjoy the sessions and to perform to the best of our abilities as we get better and better with each passing week; sea, táimid ag dul i bhfeabhas ó sheachtain go seachtain! Parents, feel free to bring your youngster along to The Rock, Connolly Park, on Sunday next (18th June) to give him/her the opportunity of increasing his/her social participation, to make friends and to gain confidence. (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) U11 County Football GoGames(Phase 2): another game (Bord na nÓg) game on Thursday. (ii) More Football-For-Fun at 10.50am next Sunday (18ú Meitheamh) in Caherslee. Fáilte roimh dhaoine nua. (iii) Good luck to the older boys in the group, boys born in 2012; they’re eagerly looking forward to next Saturday’s excursion to the 16-County Tournament in Naas (June 17th). Kildare, here we come! (Colm Ó Mongáin)
CÓITSEÁIL: All COACHES are invited to attend two upcoming club coaching sessions. The sessions will be run by Billy Lee, senior team coach/bainisteoir, David Lavin and Mickey Collins. The first session has been scheduled for this Wednesday (14th June) from 7pm to 9pm and the 2nd session will be held on Tuesday 20thJune (7pm to 9pm). These sessions will be held in conjunction with two senior team training/game sessions. We respectfully suggest that all club coaches attend these worthwhile sessions. B’fhiú go mór do bhainisteoirí agus do chóitseálaithe uile an chlub páirt a ghlacadh sna himeachtaí speisialta fiúntacha seo. (Tim McMahon)
PEIL FAOI 13: The Austin Stack Club Bs challenged the Listowel Emmet Club B boys in the U13 County League (Division 13) Final on Sunday last. It was truly an epic County League Final thatwas described by many in attendance as the ‘best game of underage football’ that they had everwatched. Unfortunately, our gallant heroes came out on the wrong side of a high scoring encounter. Regardless of the result, these boys can be very proud of their performance and, knowing their spirit and character, we can truthfully state and reassure everybody that they will bounce back. This is merely the end of the beginning and there is still plenty of football to come over the summer. Sea, beidh lá eile ag an bPaorach!
Match report, courtesy of Ed O’Regan:
An scór deireanach….Listowel Emmets B: 5-13; Austin Stack Club B: 5-10. The lads came up just short against a very strong Listowel side in a pulsating encounter played in sunny St Senan’s Club grounds in front of a large attendance. The young Rockites started off well and picked off a few earlyscores but Listowel grew into the game and took control with a couple of goals. This, however, didn’t deter The Rock lads who scored a goal of their own and, due to some fine Listowel defending, were unlucky not to get another. At the other end, the Stack Club defence had to work hard to repel a number of Listowel attacks. They worked hard to get the deficit back to 0-3 but Listowel picked off another point from a free that left The Rockies trailing by 0-4 going into the half-time break. A mini-mountain that The Rock had to climb got a little higher when Listowel came out for the second half firing on all cylinders and immediately pointed to stretch the lead out to 0-5. This Black‘n’Amber team has shown throughout the season that they have great fighting spirit and Sunday night last was no different. Following the Listowel point they turned in a blistering 10-minute display, scoring 2-1 to turn the game on its head and they then lead by 0-2. The game was now really in the melting pot and the next goal would be critical and, in fairness, the Listowel side wasn’t found wanting in fighting spirit, either! Unfortunately, they picked off the next two goals and a couple of points to extend their lead to 0-6 with less than 10 minutes to go. This Tralee team wasnever going to lie down and an excellently-worked close-range free kick found the net and reduced the margin to 0-3 with 5 minutes remaining. Excitement mounted! With both sides now on 5 goals, Stacks had the difficult task of having to find 0-3 to equalise. They found one to reduce the margin to 0-2 with a couple of minutes remaining and pushed hard to get another but Listowel got the final score to leave 0-3 between the sides. Things rested so and the corn went towards the River Feale instead of the Lee! Well done, everybody! Thanks to the Listowelcontingent and thanks to the referee for allowing an excellent free-flowing game of football that was very exciting for the large crowd in attendance. This was a tough one to take for this young Rock side; this was the first experience of a competitive final for the majority of these boys! Defeat is always tough to take but these lads and their coaches can be very proud of the players’ effort and performance; they have shown that they still have a great summer ahead with a number of competitions up for grabs; their day will come!
Foireann B na Carraige: Gerard Teahan; Séamus Keenan, Oran O’Regan, Conor Maguire; Ethan Cushen, Shea Horan, Harry Maguire; Kian Cronin, Blake Bowler; Tom Dawson, Oisín Horan, Gearóid Corcoran; Luke Kavanagh, Joe O’Halloran (captaen), Eliot Calleja. Fir ionaid: Darragh Moriarty, Conor Hanafin, Mark Foley, Matthew Murphy, John Riordan, Jack Maguire, Diarmuid Hennessy, Albi Gaxha, Zac Moore, Shane Carey.
An Fhoireann Bhainistíochta/Management: Dónal Corcoran, Gearóid Ó Tíocháin, Micko Horan, Dan Ahern, Ciarán Murphy, Kieran O’Flaherty, Tim McMahon. (Ed O’Regan/Dan Ahern)
PEIL FAOI 15: (i) Training will continue during the summer period…so, boys, keep an eye out for messages/texts from the coaches. (ii) The victorious U15B team that won Division 9 of the County League v Legion: Conor O’Regan; Jamie Ó Cathasaigh (captaen), Fionn Cotter, Tadhg Sommers; Oran O’Donoghue, Eoin Mangan, Joe de Barra; David Hobbert, Harry Murphy; Dean Courtney; Michael Cotter, Denis Brassil; Jay Sweeney, Barry Laide, Ryan O’Carroll. Subs: Kyle Yoxall, Seán McCannon, Oisín Cotter, Nathan O’Connor, Nathan Hurley, Eoghan Murphy, Vinny Moriarty, Ewan Canty, Alex Dafoor. A night of celebration…oíche mhór cheiliúrtha…will be held for the team in the near future. (Ger Hobbert)
CAID FAOI 17: Mór-chomghairdeachas le Ben Ó Murchú (3), Pádraig Ó Laighin (15), Rónán Ó Cearúil (21), Dónal Ó Ciarba, (Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Seán Óg Ó Brosnacháin), le mionúir Chiarraí agus, gan dabht ar domhan, lena mBainisteoir, Wayne Quillinan, ar a mbua iontach ar mhionúir Chorcaí. Scór: 2-13 to 1-11….a fine 5-point victory! And what great goals were scored by our Paddy and our Ben!
GRADAM NA GAEILGE: Comhghairdeachas le Dáithí Ó Loinsigh, our Gaelcholáiste sport correspondent, who was chosen as the coláiste’s outstanding Gaeilgeoir for the 2022/23 school year.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto. Mórbhuíochas le Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books), O’Flynn Interiors, Kirby’s Brogue Inn and Kevin Barry’s Shop….all i Sráid na Carraige, The Burger Shack in Móin a’Bhealaigh and Hussey’s Deli i gCé an Phrionsa.
CIARRAÍ: Go n-éirí go geal le Dylan Ó Cathasaigh,(Greg Horan, Jack Ó Sé) agus le foireann shinsearach Chiarraí v Contae Lú.
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
SCRÚDUITHE SCOILE/COLÁISTE: Best wishes to all our players who are still in the middle of examinations at this time, go mór mór daltaí na hArdteiste agus scoláirí an Teastais Shóisearaigh. Go raibh an Spiorad Naomh ag cabhrú leo.
PLAQUE: The plaque in memory of Dr Thomas Croke (1824 – 1902), Archbishop of Cashel and first Patron of the GAA, on the wall of Hogan’s Paint Shop in The Square, was unveiled 12 years ago by Archbishop Dermot Clifford. That property was once owned by the Thompson and Croke families. Young Thomas William Croke spent many summer vacations there. It is said that he spoke with a Tralee/Kerry accent throughout his life! His parents, William and Isabella, first lived in Tralee where their two eldest children were born. They later moved to Ballyclough in North Cork to manage the Deane-Freeman Estate. Their third child, Thomas William, was born in Castlecor (between Kanturk and Buttevant) and baptised in Kilbrin Church. In his late teens Thomas William Croke began his studying for the priesthood. He attended the Irish Colleges in Paris and in Rome and he did well in his studies. He sold his Roman academic awards of silver and gold for Irish Famine Relief in 1847, the year in which he was ordained priest. He was also a gifted sportsman and he realised the importance of sport for young people. Archbishop Croke’s written response to Michael Cusack’s invitation, in 1884, to become Patron of the newly founded GAA is a document of importance and is regarded as the GAA’s ‘Magna Carta.’
PEIL FAOI 7: (i) Football as usual next Sunday morning (11ú) in Caherslee at 11am. Fáilte roimh daoine nua. (ii) Another enjoyable session took place last Thursday night! More football this Thursday (8th) at 5.30pm.
PEIL FAOI 9: Our U9s will be in GoGames action again at 11am on Sunday next (11ú) Meitheamh) in Connolly Park. Last week’s GoGames were a great success. Well done, all!
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) U11 County Football GoGames.(Phase 2): good luck, boys, in the Bord na nÓg game on Thursday. (ii) More Football-For-Fun at 10.50am next Sunday (11ú) in Caherslee. Fáilte roimh chách. (iii) Good luck to the older boys in the group, boys born in 2012; they’re eagerly looking forward to next week’s trip to the 16-County Tournament in Naas (June 17th). (Colm Ó Mongáin)
ALL-STARS: The All-Stars had another great session last Sunday. There was more great excitement i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile on Sunday last with our lads really enjoying their drills, skills and spills!
We (coaches and players) will continue to enjoy the sessions and to perform to the best of our abilities as we get better and better with each passing week; sea, táimid ag dul i bhfeabhas go mór ó sheisiún go seisiún! So, if you want your child to join us with the intention of giving him/her the opportunity to increase his/her social participation, to make friends and to gain confidence join us next Sunday 11thJune at the Austin Stack Club in Connolly Park. (Cathal Ó Sé)
CÓITSEÁIL: All coaches are invited to attend two upcoming club coaching sessions. The sessions will be run by Billy Lee, senior team coach/bainisteoir, David Lavin and Mickey Collins. The first session will take place on Wednesday of next week (14th June) from 7pm to 9pm and the 2nd will be held on Tuesday 20thJune (7pm to 9pm). These sessions will be held in conjunction with two senior team training/game sessions. We respectfully suggest that all club coaches attend these worthwhile sessions. B’fhiú go mór do bhainisteoirí agus do chóitseálaithe uile an chlub páirt a ghlacadh sna himeachtaí speisialta fiúntacha seo. (Tim McMahon)
PEIL FAOI 13: The U13 A and B teams served up feasts of fantastic football, one before and the other after the Senior County League fixture, in Connolly Park on Sunday last (4th). Both teams have now progressed to their respective county finals which will take place over the next couple of weeks. Good news of great joy that speaks volumes on our coaches and players! Training will take place on Tuesday and on Thursday.
Match Reports:
(i) U13 Division 13 County League semi-final….AdeS B: 4-11; Kilcummin B: 1-6. On Sunday morning last in Connolly Park and in sweltering heat our B braves got off to a blistering start with early goals from Eliot Calleja and Tom Dawson against a fancied Cill Choimín team. Tús maith leath na hoibre!
The only thing that surpassed the level of teamwork that this team showed was the incredible work rate throughout the field. Despite the heat every single man determinedly tackled, chased and dispossessed repeatedly.
They worked together, sought out the right pass when we had possession and worked defensively throughout the field as a Rock rocklike unit! This team has shown tremendous attitude since their very first game and everyone attending games can see improvements in all aspects of play.
It is difficult to pick out individuals in a game when such quality is displayed but our full-back line of Séamus Keenan, Conor Maguire and Conor Hannifin were immense. Gearóid Corcoran at wing-forward showed tremendous hunger for possession throughout the game, repeatedly winning kick outs, constantly setting up scores and cheekily popping over his own few daring points.
Our captain, Tom Dawson, together with Luke Kavanagh and Joe O’Halloran, consistently provided timely assists and fine scores throughout the game and our energetic midfielders, despite the Sahara-like heat, covered an incredible amount of ground.
All our substitutes added to our play with Albi Gaxha chipping in for a goal and three points….a good day’s work! All these young men show such pride in their Black‘n’Amber geansaís!
Today they displayed all that is good about Gaelic football. We now look forward with great excitement and deep pride to a county final and if we continue to show the same desire and application we will have every chance of lifting the trophy. Na Rockies Abú!
(ii) U13 County League Division 2 semi-final….AdeS A: 2-8; Lios Tuathail A: 1-8. On a balmy evening in Connolly Park, our U13 A stalwarts had to dig deep to overcome a resilient Listowel team and ultimately to progress to craobhchluiche an chontae.
The opening quarter set the theme for the evening….our stalwarts were enjoying most of the play but were unable to translate their possession into scoreboard speech while Listowel were dangerously threatening on the break!
However, a Rock rocket-like goal in the second quarter put a chink of daylight between the teams resulting in four points being between the teams ag an sos. Ach, tar éis an tsosa, Listowel got off to a lightening start with an early goal; scores were again at a premium and only the bare minimum was between the teams.
The decisive score came midway through the second half when Na Stacaigh skilfully snuck in for their second goal and restored their four point advantage.
The Black‘n’Ambers had opportunities to put the result beyond doubt but, mar a tharla, there were a few very nervous moments in all Rock hearts as the visitors got close, on a few occasions, to grabbing a draw and securing victory for the home side. Faoiseamh (relief)! Sástacht (satisfaction)!
Thanks to club na Féile for a keen encounter and thanks to the referee for his handling of the game. ‘Well done’ to all the Austin Stack Club boys who richly deserve their shot at County League honours.
Foireann A na Carraige: David Ahern; Michael Carmody, Kian Cronin, Oisín Horan; Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Billy Kirby; Karol Kowalczyk, Danny Lane; Tadhg Lucey, Dylan McEvoy, Conor Murphy; Jayden O’Dowd, Ryan O’Flaherty, Tadhg O’Regan; Noah Reidy, Mark Riordan, Liam Swords, Ediart Topali, Diarmuid Hennessy, Conor Maguire, Blake Bowler, Harry Maguire. (Dan Ahern)
PEIL FAOI 15: Congratulations to our U15B team that won Division 9 of the County League on Wednesday 24th. In light of this and other important commitments we took the training sessions a bit easier this week as our lads were facing into an important game/final as well as their state exams and school tests! (We wish the very best of luck to all our boys who are and/or will be sitting important exams at this time).
Training will continue during the summer period…so, boys, keep an eye out for messages from the coaches. Victorious team v Legion: Conor O’Regan; Jamie Ó Cathasaigh (captaen), Fionn Cotter, Tadhg Sommers; Oran O’Donoghue, Eoin Mangan, Joe de Barra; David Hobbert, Harry Murphy; Dean Courtney; Michael Cotter, Denis Brassil; Jay Sweeney, Barry Laide, Ryan O’Carroll. Subs: Kyle Yoxall, Seán McCannon, Oisín Cotter, Nathan O’Connor, Nathan Hurley, Eoghan Murphy, Vinny Moriarty, Ewan Canty, Alex Dafoor. A night of celebration…oíche mhór cheiliúrtha…will be held for the team in the near future. (Ger Hobbert)
PLAQUE: A plaque in memory of Dr Thomas Croke (1824 – 1902), first Patron of the GAA, may be seen on the wall of Hogan’s Paint Shop in The Square.
Thomas Croke spent some time, as a young boy, with his relatives in that house. (Interestingly and sadly, as 1st Patron of the GAA, he didn’t live long enough to present the All-Ireland Cup to a winning Kerry senior football team….fuair sé bás roimh 1903!)
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto. Mórbhuíochas le Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books), O’Flynn Interiors and Kirby’s Brogue Inn….all i Sráid na Carraige, Hussey’s Deli i gCé an Phrionsa and The Burger Shack in Móin a’Bhealaigh.
CIARRAÍ: (i) Comghairdeachas le Ben Ó Murchú (3), Dónal Ó Ciarba (9), Pádraig Ó Laighin (15), Rónán Ó Cearúil (21), (Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Seán Óg Ó Brosnacháin), le mionúir Chiarraí agus, gan dabht, lena mBainisteoir, Wayne Quillinan, ar a mbua iontach ar mhionúir Chorcaí.
(ii) Comghairdeachas le Dylan Ó Cathasaigh, (Greg Horan, Jack Ó Sé) agus le foireann shinsearach Chiarraí ar a mbua ar Chorcaigh.
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
SCRÚDUITHE SCOILE/COLÁISTE: Best wishes to all our players who are facing into examinations at this time, go mór mór an Ardteist agus an Teastas Sóisearach.
PEIL FAOI 7: (i) Football as usual next Sunday morning (4ú) in Caherslee at 11am. New footballers welcome. (ii) Another great football session took place last Thursday night! Hoping to see everybody this Thursday (1th) at 5.30pm. ‘See you all, little men!
PEIL FAOI 9: Our U9s will be in GoGames action again at 11am on Sunday next (4ú) Meitheamh) in Connolly Park. Last week’s GoGames were a great success. Well done, all!
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) U11 County Football GoGames.(Phase 2)…Coiste na nÓg fixtures:
‘Well done’ to our lads v Legion on Thursday 25th;
1st June (Thursday ag 6.30pm): AdeS (ag baile) v Milltown /Caisleán na Mainge;
8thJune (Thursday): Keel v AdeS (away);
15th June (Thursday): Na Mistéalaigh v AdeS (as baile);
22nd June (Thursday): AdeS (ag baile) v Laune Rangers.
(ii) Our Football-For-Fun will be held once again at 10.50am next Sunday in Caherslee. Fáilte roimh chách. (iii) The older boys in the group, boys born in 2012, are looking forward to their trip to the 16-County Tournament in Naas on June 17th. (Colm Ó Mongáin)
ALL-STARS: The All-Stars were in flying form last Sunday. The summer, as it seems to have arrived, is having a positive effect on our attendance….numbers are up; we had our biggest group so far this season. The sun is also having a positive effect on our players; there was a festival buzz i bPáirc Uí Chonghaile on Sunday last with our team showing bundles of energy in drills and in set piece practice. We hope that this great weather keeps up but, whether it does or not, we will continue to show up and perform to the best of our abilities as we grow from strength to strength each week; sea, táimid ag dul ó neart go neart! Mar sin is dá bhrí sin, if you want your child to join us and if you want to give him/her the opportunity to increase his/her social participation, to make friends and to gain confidence join us next Sunday 4th June at the Austin Stack Club in Connolly Park. (Cathal Ó Sé)
CAID FAOI 13: Last week’s great football action ended on a high note in Connolly Park with both the A and B teams recording good wins over Na Gaeil in the final group games in Phase 2 of the County League. Sin dhá dhea-scéal iontacha at the end of a busy week! We look forward in confidence to our County League semi-finals which are scheduled to be played on Sunday 4th June. Go n-éirí libh, a leaideanna!
We visited Firies GAA Club on Saturday 27th May for a very enjoyable afternoon of football v the local U13 teams and the visiting London Parnells U13 boys. Thanks to everyone in Firies for the hospitality and for being such generous hosts. ‘Well done’ to all 26 Austin Stack Club boys who made the trip and who represented the club so well both on and off the pitch.
Match Reports:
(1) AdeS B: 4-11; John Mitchel Club B: 1-8. Our boys, playing with the aid of a strong breeze, hit the ground running and got some excellent early scores. We showed great teamwork and worked fine scores by winning hard-fought-for possession in our full-back line and by travelling the length of the field at pace on a number of occasions. Though we commanded a strong first half lead, our tenacious defence was undoubtedly the foundation for all our momentum. Our sturdy full-back, Oran O’Regan, lead the line and Séamus Keenan and Conor Hannifin were fearlessly tigerish in the tackle. Our work rate impressed the many bystanders in Ballyseedy as Kian Cronin, Blake Bowler and Tom Dawson gave their all in the middle of the field. Oisín Horan on the 40’ kept the scoreboard ticking over throughout and our ever-vigilant full forward, Joe O’Halloran, lead the team in assists while also contributing a few scores. The returning John Riordan put in a big shift and we had a debutant for The Rock in Jack Maguire, brother of captain for the day, Harry. (Fáilte romhat ar bord, a Jack!) This was a great team performance that was played with great spirit and the boys have to be commended for an excellent squad attitude; ar scáth a chéile a mhairfimid! Rockies Abú!
(2) U13 County League (Division 13A) Phase 2….AdeS B: 5-25; Na Gaeil B: 4-5. It had been a busy few days for the lads having had a 3rd outing in 5 days but they showed no signs of tiredness and expertly produced another good victory. The Stack Club lads started at 100 miles an hour, they dominated the first period with some excellent scores and all the while they kept things tight at the back; all that resulted in building up a big lead….5-15 to 0-0 at half-time. Although the Gaeil team was missing a few players, they never let their heads drop and they kept battling on! They made a good fight of it in the 2nd half and picked off some well-taken goals. However, at the other end The Rock kept the scoreboard ticking over. The game finished at 5-25 to 4-5 in favour of the Stack Club boys. ‘Well done’ to Na Gaeil coaches and players for a great sporting game and for keeping on battling right to the end. Comhghairdeachas to The Rock lads who have continued their great form….resulting from the hard work being put in at training! Yes, indeed, the obair chrua is really showing and they can continue to improve and to put in great performances each week. They can look forward with confidence to their upcoming county semi-final. U13 AdeS B boys: Blake Bowler; Shane Carey, Gearóid Corcoran, Kian Cronin; Ethan Cushen, Conor Hanafin, Albi Gaxha; Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh; Harry Maguire, Zac Moore, Darragh Moriarty; Joe O’Halloran, Oran O’Regan, Gerard Teahon; Diarmuid Hennessy, Eliot Calleja, Jack Maguire, John Riordan, Mark Foley, Matthew Murphy, Séamus Keenan, Tom Dawson.
(3) U13 County League (Division 1A) Phase 2 League….John Mitchel Club A: 4-15; AdeS A: 0-7. Our U13 A team had a tough evening at the office in their second game in Phase 2 of the County League in Ballyseedy on Wednesday 24th May. Despite playing against a strong breeze, the Austin Stack Club boys made a strong start and the opening quarter was a tight affair with both teams exchanging scores. In the second quarter the home team took control and ended the half with a healthy lead….JM: 2-8; AdeS A: 0-3. The Green‘n’Golds maintained their dominance throughout the second half, though the Black‘n’Amber Brigade kept battling to the end in true Rock unyielding fashion!
(4) U13 County League (Division 1A) Phase 2….AdeS A: 4-16; Na Gaeil A: 1-10. Our A team happily bounced back with a comprehensive win over Na Gaeil in sunny Connolly Park Dé Domhnaigh seo caite (28ú). We started fast with tenacious tackling, hard running, accurate passing and fantastic scores. A joy to watch! The boys pressed from the front and everyone strongly supported teammates-in-possession and they finished the half in control of the game….Na Stacaigh: 3-9; Na Gaeil 0-4. The second half followed a similar theme; there was no let up with the Black‘n’Ambers and the Green‘n’Whites battling bravely and determinedly to the end in a Cúchulainn-v-Ferdia-like combat! Troid go bás? Maith sibh, a bhuachaillí na Carraige!
Focal scoir: thanks to Na Mistéalaigh and to Na Gaeil for two fine sporting games and mórbhuíochas to the referees for their handling of the games. Foireann Faoi 13 AdeS A: David Ahern; Michael Carmody, Kian Cronin, Oisín Horan; Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Billy Kirby; Danny Lane, Tadhg Ó Luasaigh; Dylan McEvoy, Conor Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd; Ryan O’Flaherty, Tadhg O’Regan, Noah Reidy; Mark Riordan, Liam Swords, Ediart Topali, Diarmuid Hennessy, Conor Maguire, Blake Bowler, Harry Maguire. (Dan Ahern)
CAID FAOI 15: On Wednesday 24th May we travelled east to the Cordal GAA Club i gCúil Ó Siocht, the Nook (Cúil = Nook) under the shadow of Mount Eagle….a fitting setting for this important U15 football occasion. Full-size scoreboard, announcer on microphone/loudspeaker giving team and player announcements and the playing of Amhrán na bhFiann greatly added to the build-up and was a moving prelude to a most exciting, thrilling and heart-throbbing evening’s entertainment. Yes, the encounter turned out to be a cracker! Great football was played by both teams; they gave every ounce/gramme of energy and skill that they had! Legion opened the scoring with a well-worked point in the opening minutes. We responded with a good goal (all goals are good!). The early exchanges continued with end to end play. Then we pushed ahead with well-taken points from play and from free kicks. Half-time score…AdeS: 2-7; Legion: 1-4. At half-time we informed/advised the boys that there was still a lot of play left in this game and that Legion would have a strong spell at some stage! D’éist siad linn! Early goals by both teams at the start of the second half meant that we maintained our half-time lead for the opening minutes of the half. But, unfortunately for us, that was to change. In the space of 11 minutes midway through the 2nd half Legion scored a further 3 goals, resulting in them taking the lead. Thankfully, our stalwarts kept their heads, remained calm and worked some lovely points to retake the lead! At this juncture we were heading into the closing stages of the contest. Hearts throbbed and legs were weary and we hoped that the gods would smile on us! It seemed as if we had jumped Becher’s Brook twice and that the end was in sight but to their credit Legion scored a point in added time to level the match. Comhscór! Final score at end of normal time….AdeS: 3-14; Killarney Legion: 5-8. Am breise! Two 10-minute halves of extra time was announced.
This was another tight affair and, with our wide count starting to add up, we trailed at half-time in extra time by a single point. All we could do at this stage was to encourage our brave boys who wereout on their feet at this stage. We encouraged them to dig deeply for the last 10 minutes. They played their almighty best! They found the energy….somewhere in their Rock spirit! They scored a goal and two points to Legion’s 1 point in the final period of am breise. They took the win! They won the day! Final score…AdeS: 4-17; KL: 5-11. Sea, cúil a bhuann cluichí! A truly great sporting occasion! Well done to every single one of the players who put on the Black‘n’Amber Jersey on Wednesday evening of last week! Boys, you represented our club so very well! Commiserations to Legion! An Charraig Abú! An fhoireann bhuacach: Conor O’Regan; Jamie Ó Cathasaigh (capt), Fionn Cotter, Tadhg Sommers; Oran O’Donoghue, Eoin Mangan, Joe de Barra; David Hobbert, Harry Murphy; Dean Courtney; Michael Cotter, Denis Brassil; Jay Sweeney, Barry Laide, Ryan O’Carroll. Subs: Kyle Yoxall, Seán McCannon, Oisín Cotter, Nathan O’Connor, Nathan Hurley, Eoghan Murphy, Vinny Moriarty, Ewan Canty, Alex Dafoor. A night of celebration will be held for the team in the near future.
Training will continue over the weekend for the next competitive fixtures which are due to be announced shortly. (Ger Hobbert)
PLAQUE: Where in Tralee can a plaque in memory of Dr Thomas Croke, first Patron of the GAA, be seen?
CIARRAÍ: (i) Good wishes to Ben Murphy, Daniel Kirby, Paddy Lane, Ronan Carroll, Ryan O’Driscoll agus Seán Óg Ó Brosnacháin and the Kerry Minors in their next encounter. (ii) Good luck to Dylan Ó Cathasaigh and his Kerry senior colleagues in their championship game v Cork ar an Domhnach beag seo.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto. Mórbhuíochas le Kirby’sBrogue Inn, Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books) and O’Flynn Interiors….all i Sráid na Carraige, Hussey’s Deli i gCé an Phrionsa and The Burger Shack in Móin a’Bhealaigh.
SCRÚDUITHE SCOILE/COLÁISTE: Best wishes to all our members who are facing into examinations at this time.
GAELCHOLÁISTE: Comhghairdeas ó chroí lenár Rock-Réaltaí (stars of The Rock), Cillian Ó Cofaigh agus Seosamh de Barra, a bhí ina mbaill d’fhoireann rathúil an Gaelcholáiste a thug aghaidh ar fhoireann Lios Tuathail ar an Déardaoin seo caite in Division 2 of the First Year Schools League. Roinneadh an trófaí idir an dá scoil. Both schools shared the laurels on a scoreline of 4-10 to 2-16. Comhscór! Táimíd an-mhórálach go deo asaibh, a nGaiscígh!
We also wish all of our daltaí the very best over the scorching summer months and the rapidly approaching summer holidays! We hope that all undertaking the Junior and Leaving Certificate examinations achieve the best of success. Tá sibh in ann dóibh!
Agus, ar deireadh, míle buíochas to all our avid readers….go dtí mí Mheán Fomhair….Na Stacaigh is an Gaelcholáiste araon Abú! (Dáithí Ó Loinsigh)
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
EOGHAN & PÓL: Comhghairdeachas le hEoghan Ó Gealbháin who ran/walked 200 miles (le tacaíocht mhór óna dheartháir, Pól, agus ó dhaoine eile) in May, including a maratón ó Thrí Lí go dtí an Daingean (thar an gConair) ar an Déardaoin seo caite. This big running effort was done to gain funds for the Kerry Cancer Support Group and for the Kerry Hospice Foundation and in memory of his mother, Áine, who used both services. To donate go to Gofundme.com ~ Gally’s Gallop.
PEIL FAOI 7: Hi, Under 7s! (i) We hope to see you all for more brilliant football next Sunday morning (14th) in Caherslee at 11am. All new footballers welcome. (ii) Unfortunately, rain was against us last week for the start of our Thursday night football. We’ll try again this week agus, le cúnamh Dé, beidh aimsir mhaith againn! Hoping to see everybody on Thursday at 5.30pm.
PEIL FAOI 9: Our U9s will be in action again on Sunday next (14ú Bealtaine) at 11am. Our young GoGames stars will play v the John Mitchel Club U9s in our opening round of the GoGames on Sunday next (May 14th at 11am) in Connolly Park. Good luck, boys!
PEIL FAOI 10: The U10 Kilmacud Croke Club Tournament took place last weekend and we went on our annual odyssey to Dublin to participate. We had a great time in the metropolis (the mother city). We had a great day of top-class football and it was delightful to have both our teams winning through to their respective finals. We lost one and we won one and had great fun. We must make special mentor of one of our stars, France-based Matisse de Paor, who may be the 1st international player to play a competitive game for the Austin Stack Club. Tré bien, Matesse, agus ardfhear! Thanks to the parents and mentors who escorted the boys and to the Kilmacud Croke Club for the wonderful hospitality. What a great tournament!
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Following another very enjoyable GoGames mini-festival on Thursday last, we face into more football this Thursday (11th) at 6pm when we’ll play in three simultaneous matches. Sponsors: Lee Strand. Up The Rock! (ii) And, of course, Football-For-Fun for this group continues at 10.50am every Sunday in Caherslee. Fáilte roimh chách. (Colm Ó Mongáin)
ALL-STARS: The All-Stars were back in action again last Sunday. The early start to the season has benefited the players as there is a marked improvement in skill and ability. Our numbers continue to increase with new members joining every week and we were delighted to see some old faces too as past members have rejoined the group. Austin Stack Club All-Stars is designed to help neurodivergent children to connect and flourish while playing sports. So if you want your child to increase their social participation, to make friends and to gain in confidence join us next Sunday 14thMay at the Austin Stack Club in Connolly Park. (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) Congratulations to Danny Lane, who was part of Kerry Primary Schools team that played Clare at half time in Sunday’s Munster Senior Football final. Well done, Danny! The Rock is proud of you! (ii) The U13 boys have trained well in eager anticipation of the start of Phase 2 of the County League. Tá siad ag tnúth go mór leis na cluichí atá le teacht!
County League fixtures as issued by Rúnaí Choiste na nÓg: Division 1A….
14th May ag 6pm: AdeS A (ag baile) v Legion A;
21st May ag 6pm: Na Mistéalaigh A v AdeS A (as baile);
28th May ag 6pm: AdeS A (ag baile) v Na Gaeil A.
Division 13A….
14th May ag 6pm: AdeS B (ag baile) v Legion B;
21st May ag 6pm: Na Mistéalaigh B v AdeS A (as baile);
28th May ag 6pm: AdeS B (ag baile) v Na Gaeil B.
Best of luck, boys! (Dan Ahern)
FAOI 15: (i). On Wednesday 3rd May we hosted the undefeated Keel/Listry team in our last round of the Division 1B County League. And what a brilliant encounter it turned out to be! At the end of a tightfirst half, in a game in which great football was played by both teams, the scoreboard read: AdeS: 0-6; Keel/Listry: 0-4.
The same exciting concentrated skilful football was exhibited in the second half….great stuff by both teams. Unfortunately, we rued our missed chances as the visitors took the win by just one single solitary point. Final score…AdeS: 1-12; Keel/Listry: 2-10. Faraor, ní raibh oiread na fríde idir an dá fhoireann! There were positives in this game….this was undoubtedly our strongest performance so far this year and, most importantly, our younger players put in a very good effort.
(ii) We were scheduled face Na Gaeil in the Division 2 semi-final on Wednesday 10th (ag 7pm) ar an gCillín. Well done, boys, on your great efforts up to now, thanks to our faithful supporters and we wish you the best of luck in aghaidh na nGael. In the other semi-final Ballymac will challenge Killarney Legion.
(iii) On Friday evening last (5th) we travelled to Faha to take part in Division 1 of the Féile football competition. With only 3 teams in this division we were facing two strong opponents….Keel/Listry and Laune Rangers. Unfortunately for us and despite heroic efforts by our stalwarts, we never got going. We suffered two defeats and thus didn’t progress in the competition. Beidh lá eile ag an bPaorach!
(iv) U15B team news: following the last round of games in Division 9A of the County League on Sunday morning between Listowel Emmets and Kilcummin the division standings show the Austin Stack Club B team at the top of the table….good news of great joy! Therefore, we proceed to the semi-finals of Division 9 which will take place v Laune Rangers B on 17th May (7pm) in Connolly Park. In the other semi-final Keel/Listry B will face Killarney Legion B. Well done, boys! Great stuff! Good luck in the semi-final. (Ger Hobbert)
FAOI 15: The Dr Croke Club pitch at Lewis Road, Killarney, was the venue on Monday last (8th) for the final of the Russell Cup (Kerry Schools) U15 football competition between Tralee CBS and Killorglin’s Intermediate School. In a very competitive game the Tralee side led at half-time by 0-4….0-10 to 1-3; the Killorglin goal came on the stroke of half-time. ISK came out the stronger after the break and smartly scored another goal; they then added a few points before The Green rallied, upped a gear and went on to win with strength and confidence.
This was a good team performance. Final score….Tralee CBS: 4-15; Intermediate School Killorglin: 3-7. The Rock players on the Tralee CBS panel were Aodhán Horgan, Rian Walsh and Maksmillian Grzybowski. Aodhán played well in the number 4 jersey. Maith sibh, a leaideanna na Faiche!
FAOI 17: Our minors travelled away to take on Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane in their final round of the Central League on Monday last (8th) and despite their heroic efforts they were pipped by a single point in a great game. Our sympathies to panel and mentors. Well played, lads!!
Agus ní fál go haer é….all is not lost as, having won their first two games they may yet make a semi-final! Foireann na Carraige: Steven Conway; Tomás Ó Conaill, Donnacha Horgan (captaen), James Fisher; Ciarán Kavanagh, Pádraig O’Halloran, Seán Heaslip; Fionnán Ryan, David Lucid; Thomas Deregee, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Jake O’Connor; Cormac Bastible, Olivier Lata, Jack Barrett; Barry Nagle, Ryan McMahon, Leon O’Connor. (Richie Conway)
CIARRAÍ: (i) Good wishes to the Kerry Minors as they face Cork in the Munster Minor Football Championship (quarter-final) this Thursday (11th) i bPáirc Uí Chaoimh. Gach ádh ar bhuachaillí na Carraige: Ben Murphy, Daniel Kirby, Paddy Lane, Ronan Carroll, Ryan O’Driscoll agus Seán Óg Ó Brosnacháin. (ii) Sympathies to the Kerry senior hurlers v Uíbh Fhailí in their Joe McDonagh Cup competition game. Better luck to them in their important match v Laois on Saturday next (5.30pm) i bPáirc Aibhistín de Staic. (If they beat Laois and if Carlow beat Offaly, Kerry will make the final!) (iii) Our sympathies to our Kerry U20 footballers and especially to Joey Nagle, Armin Heinrich, Michael Tansley and Jordan Kissane v Sligeach….so near and yet so far!! (iv) ‘Well done’ to our own Dylan Ó Cathasaigh and his Kerry senior colleagues in their Munster final victory v Clare.
FAOI 17 ~ SCÓR na nÓG: The 50th All-Ireland of Scór na nÓg took place in the INEC, Killarney, on Saturday last. Four Kerry clubs took part and here are the results: rince foirne – Tipperary; amhránaíocht aonair (solo singing) – Roscommon; aithriseoireacht (recitation) – Tipperary; bailéadghrúpa – KERRY (Gleann Fleisce); nuachleas (sketch) – Roscommon; ceol uirlise (which included Crotta musicians) – Armagh; rince set – KERRY (An Spá); tráth na gceist (which included a Tralee group) – Longford. Perhaps The Rock will be represented in next year’s final!
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto seachtain i ndiaidh seachtaine. Next week’s Jackpot will be worth €3,850. We thank the following businesses for selling our lotto tickets: Kevin Barry’s Shop, Commane’s Bookshop (PC Books), O’Flynn Interiors, Kirby’s Brogue Inn…..all in Rock Street, Hussey’s Deli in Prince’s Quay and The Burger Shack in Monavalley.
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
PEIL FAOI 7: More enjoyable outdoor football for the U7s next Sunday morning (30th) inCaherslee at 11am. All newcomers welcome.
PEIL FAOI 9: (i) Our U9s will be in action again…outdoors…on Sunday next (April 30th) at 11am in Caherslee. (ii) Tuesday is GoGames day. Keep up the good football, boys! (iii) A Rock U10 team (2014 boys) will travel to the Kilmacud Croke Club Tournament on May 7th.
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Following another very enjoyable trip on Thursday last to the Legion Club, Killarney, where we played three simultaneous GoGames with the locals….sponsored by Lee Strand….we welcome Rathmore to Connolly Park at 6pm on this Thursday. Come on The Rock boys! (ii) Meanwhile, idir an dá linn, Football-For-Fun for this group continues at 10.50am each Sunday in Caherslee. Fáilte roimh daoine nua. (Colm Ó Mongáin)
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: The county finals of Scór na bPáistí will take place on Sunday next (30th) at 2.30pm in the Glenbeigh/Glencar Sports Hall; beidh an quiz ar siúl ag 11.30am i Halla an CYMS i gCill Orglan.
ALL-STARS: The fun continued last Sunday morning at the All Stars’ training session and the youngsters really enjoyed their PE exercises…. warm up, jumping, hopping, bouncing, handpassing, kicking high, kicking low, cool down, etc, gan stad gan staonadh agus bhí an-spórt ag gach éinne. Thanks to everybody. If your child wants to be part of our group, or if you want any more information or just have a peep at the action, just come along for next Sunday’s 10am training at The Rock Club in Connolly Park. New members always welcome. (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 13: It was a busy week of football for all our U13 boys with games for both teams v Kilcummin and Na Gaeil.
(i) County League (Division 9)…Na Gaeil B: 4-5; AdeS B: 3-7. Our B boys were back in action in a sunny Killeen on Sunday evening last hoping to achieve 3 wins in 3 games in one week! Ambition, a dhuine!
They started strongly once again, all seemed well and they seemed to be in the ascendency. Ach ní mar a shíltear a bhítear! Our boys came agonisingly close to achieving their ambition, having picked off some fine scores and having had excellent chances to extend their lead further.
However, a couple of Gaeil goals spurred The Greens into action and the possession was much more even for the remainder of the half. Undoubtedly, the Stack Club boys were probably feeling a little unlucky to be behind at the break…3-3 to 2-3.
The gauntlet was thrown down for in the 2nd half but a tough task lay ahead! Again, The Black‘n’Amber lads came out of the blocks quickly and picked off a superb point to reduce the lead to 0-2 but their momentum was broken with another unfortunate Killeen goal which left them 0-5 behind.
This young team is made of tough stuff, however, and they quickly superb scored a goal of their own. And then, for the remainder of the half, they threw everything at Na Gaeil, whose goalkeeper made a number of world class saves.
The Rockites also rattled the post and crossbar. With time running out our braves got a point but they just couldn’t find the equaliser before the final whistle blew. ‘Well done’ to Na Gaeil on their victory; they defended resolutely and dug out the victory ar an lá.
‘Well done’ to the Stack Club boys for battling all the way to the finish. On another day we probably could have popped over a few points instead of going for goal but the lads will learn from that and use the experience to drive them on for the rest of the season. These lads have true Rock heart and spirit!
(ii) U13 County League (Division 9)…AdeS B: 5-11; Kilcummin B: 3-9. Two wins from two games in 4 days in a busy schedule! We had another sunny evening in Connolly Park and the game was played on the well-manicured immaculate surface of the main pitch.
Although it was a lovely evening there was a strong breeze in the Stack Club players’ favour in the first half and they took full advantage. Playing some lovely free-flowing football and getting some excellent scores, the Stack boys built up a big lead but in the last 10 minutes before half time Kilcummin came to life and scored 1-1 to leave the half-time score at 5-8 to 1-1 i bhfábhar na Stacach.
It was expected to be a more difficult task in the 2nd half against the breeze and so it proved to be! Our lads found it a lot more difficult to get out of defence and Kilcummin picked off some scores and started to gain in confidence.
But The Rock team dug in, defended resolutely and the ever-alert forwards notched a few good scores to keep the scoreboard ticking over. I ndeireadh na dála, the match finished on a scoreline of 5-11 to 3-9 and the victory was with the home side. Well done, boys!
Thanks to Kilcummin players, coaches and supporters for an enjoyable game that was played in a good spirit. Another win for this young Rock team that continues to improve with each week. The hard work by players and coaches is paying off and everybody is looking forward to taking this positive momentum into the remaining County League games. An Charraig Abú!
(iii) U13 County League (Phase 1, Division 1)….AdeS A: 5-9 (24); Kilcummin A: 2-9 (15). Our U13A team continued its recent good form with a fine win over a good Kilcummin side in Connolly Park on Thursday 20th April.
In this game our boys had another fast start that included a well-worked goal that had Stack Club team in control early on. Kilcummin, to their credit, asserted themselves as the half wore on and, with the aid of the breeze, had pegged back our early lead to leave it all square at half-time. Half-time…AdeS: 1-6; Kilcummin 1-6.
In contrast to Sunday’s match, the Stack Club lads put in a strong 3rd quarter, including two excellent goals. Kilcummin again responded and battled throughout. Our boys defended with their lives and got in for another two goals to secure victory.
Well done, lads! Thanks to Kilcummin for a keen contest and thanks to the referee for his good handling of the game. Austin Stack Club Player-of-the-Match: Ryan O’Flaherty…for his decisive influence at both ends of the field. An fhoireann Faoi 13A: David Ahern; Michael Carmody, Diarmuid Hennessy, Oisín Horan; Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Billy Kirby; Danny Lane, Tadhg Lucey; Conor Maguire, Dylan McEvoy, Conor Murphy; Jayden O’Dowd, Ryan O’Flaherty, Tadhg O’Regan; Noah Reidy, Mark Riordan, Liam Swords, Ediart Topali. (Dan Ahern)
GAELCHOLÁISTE: Buachaillí na Chéad Bhliana clinched a skilful victory sa Ráth Mhór on Friday. The final score read 1-19 to 2-13 in favour of ár nGaiscígh. Joe de Barra was the réalta Stacach who featured on the teak-tough panel. Maith sibh uilig! Agus osclaíodh an foirgneamh scoile nua ar an Luan sa caite! Tá Stacaigh dhílse an choláiste ríméadach!
FAOI 15: On Wednesday the 19th we hosted Ballymac for our Division 1B County League game.Missing 3 boys who had started our previous game v Firies, we knew we were in for a tough game. In a tight enough first half, Jack Shanahan scored two goals; a point each for Alex Touhy, Rory Lynch and Jayden Moriarty saw the scoreboard read 2-3 to 2-6 in our favour.
Rory Lynch scored 3 more points in the second half but, unfortunately, we missed some chances. Ballymac proved the stronger team in the final quarter. Final score: 2-6 to 3-11. The A team has a break from the County League this week. Our B team had a bye in the County League, also, but is scheduled to play Fossa at home on Wednesday 26th. Both teams held training sessions over the weekend and, thankfully, we’re back home in Connolly Park. (Ger Hobbert)
FAOI 17: Comhghairdeachas to our minors who had a fine victory over Ardfert in Division 1 of the Minor Central League on Monday night (24th). An scór…AdeS: 3-12; Ard Fhearta: 2-6. Bua suntasach! The game was played in our own Connolly Park and the field was in great nick and in perfect condition thanks to the diligence of Coiste na Páirce.
Well done, everybody! An fhoireann bhuacach (victorious): Oilivier Lata; Aodhán Horgan, Donnacha Horgan (captaen), James Fisher; Jake O’Connor, Pádraig O’Halloran, Ciarán Kavanagh; David Lucid, Liam O’Connor; Alex Touhy, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Rian Walsh; Ryan McMahon, Cormac Bastible, Jack Barrett; (subs used) Seán Heaslip, Leon O’Connor, Jake Carmody, Jayden Murphy. These lads will play away v Keel/Listry on Monday 1st. Good luck, boys!
FAOI 17 ~ SCÓR na nÓG: Best wishes to the Kerry Scór na nÓg competitors, especially to thequiz team representing the Tralee/St Brendan Boards, in the All-Ireland Finals which will take place in the INEC, Killarney, on Saturday May 6th.
PAUL LUCEY RUN: All set for The Paul Lucey Walk/Run which will take place on Monday next, May Day….Lá Bealtaine? Everybody is encouraged to have a go….to run or to walk the 5km. Let’s promote health and positivity within the club and within the community ar chéad lá an tSamhraidh. The event will begin at the club in Connolly Park at 11am. Route: out Caherslee and back The Skinny Mile (An Bealach Glas). Registration….on www.eventbrite.ie or at the club from 9.30am to 10.00am on Monday. A Fun-Day-for-All will be held from 12.00 to 3pm for adults and children of the club and of the wider community. Beannacht Dé le Pól, le Caitlín agus le hEmmet. And the fáinleoga/swallows have arrived…all the way from South Africa…13,325km …over the Sahara Desert!
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote our club lotto.
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
THE GREEN‘n’GOLD: (i) Good luck to the Kerry senior hurlers in their next Joe McDonagh Cup game. (ii) ‘Well done’ to the Kerry U20 footballers (including our own Joey Nagle, Armin Heinrich, Michael Tansley and Jordan Kissane) who gave of their best v Cork in the Munster final and won on double scores! (iii) Good luck to our senior footballers (especially to our men on the panel) in their preparations for the in the Munster final v Clare. (iv) ‘Well done’ to our club seniors v K-O’R….bua deas!
PEIL FAOI 7: The U7 outdoor football season will continue this coming Sunday morning (23rd) at 11am in Caherslee. All newcomers welcome. Bainigí taitneamh as an bpeil, a leaideanna!
PEIL FAOI 9: (i) Our U9 outdoor action will continue on Sunday next (April 23rd) at 11am inCaherslee. (ii) Tuesday is GoGames day. Keep up the good football, boys! (iii) A Rock U10 team (2014 boys) will travel to the Kilmacud Croke Club Tournament on May 7th.
FAOI 11: (i) On Sunday next at 10.50am in Caherslee we’ll have more football fun and play. Fáilte roimh chách!
(ii) U11 COUNTY Go-Games (Phase 1), sponsored by Lee Strand, are scheduled for Thursday (20th).
(iii) Still to be played: the U11 Tralee/Naomh Breandán Boards’ Go-Games (Group A…A and B teams). Fixtures: Na Seán Mistéalaigh v AdeS (as baile); AdeS (ag baile) v K-O’R; Na Gaeil v AdeS (as baile).
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: County finals: Sunday April 30th.
ALL-STARS: There was a great buzz last Sunday morning at the All Stars’ training session as we had very special guest coaches. Three Rock footballers who have worn the Green‘n’Gold of Kerry with distinction came along to give their support, time and knowledge to our young players; Joe O’Connor, Ferdia O’Brien and Seán Quilter were on hand to put our youngsters through their paces in very enjoyable coaching session…..bouncing, handpassing, point scoring practice and even a penalty shoot-out! Of course there was the usual warm up and cool down fun and games….bhí spórt ag gach éinne. Thanks to our club stars for offering their support to our initiative; they gave the children great encouragement and motivation for the future. A big ‘thank you’ to all involved in the arrangement and, go speisialta, to our head coach, Richie Conway, who as always was on hand to ensure that everything went according to plan. If your child wants to be part of our group or if you want any more information join us for training next Sunday at 10am at The Rock Club in Connolly Park. New members always welcome. Míle fáilte is fiche! (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 13: Both our U13 teams resumed their County League campaigns with fantastic team performances against good Legion teams on Sunday last (16th) in Connolly Park. Our B team boys continue on their winning ways….good men!….and our A team put in a heroic performance to earn a draw against a highly renowned Legion outfit.
(i) U13 County League (Phase 1) Division 1….AdeS A: 3-8 (17); Legion A: 3-8 (17). Our A boys resumed their County League campaign on Sunday last in Connolly Park v Legion with an enthralling contest in which both teams shared the points. Despite a two week break, the Austin Stack Club boys showed no signs of rustiness as they flew out of the blocks against a highly fancied Legion outfit.
A first minute goal set the tone for a five-star 1st half performance by the Rock boys; the visitors had no answer to The Rock power and our lads lead by 0-6 at the break….1-5 to 0-2. The Killarney mentors made a few positional switches ag am sosa and they showed why they are such a highly regarded team; they scored 1-4 within 10 minutes of the restart and cut the deficit to 0-2 as the game entered its final quarter.
The game seemed to turn decisively in Legion’s favour when a fortuitous second goal put them ahead for the first time in the game.
Indeed, the final result appeared to be settled with 5 minutes to go when Legion broke up the field and grabbed their third goal that gave them a five point lead. However, what this Austin Stack Club team delivered in last two minutes will live long in the memory of those fortunate to have witnessed it.
Not one but two goals, in the last 90 seconds, appeared to have secured a brilliant victory for the Black‘n’Amber brigade. Alas and alack, Legion had the final say and earned a free to secure a draw with the very last kick of the game. An epic!
Credit to all players on both sides for serving up such an entertaining hour of football that was played throughout in the right spirit!
Thanks to Legion for a game that will live long in the memory and thanks to the referee for his handling of the game. Player-of-the-Match: Danny Lane, our hat-trick hero who epitomised the never-say-die spirit of the team.
Training…at 5.15pm on Tuesday.
Kilcummin are scheduled to be our visitors and challengers in Connolly Park on Thursday evening.
Foireann A v Legion: David Ahern; Blake Bowler, Michael Carmody, Diarmuid Hennessy; Oisín Horan, Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh; Billy Kirby, Danny Lane, Tadhg Lucey, Conor Maguire, Dylan McEvoy; Conor Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd, Ryan O’Flaherty, Tadhg O’Regan, Noah Reidy, Mark Riordan, Ediart Topali.
(ii) U13 County League Division 9….AdeS B: 5-12; Killarney Legion B: 3-4. It was a lovely evening for football in Connolly Park on Sunday evening last and our lads got things off to a flyer. From the first whistle the team was up and at it, they played some lovely football and they lead by 0-11 ag an mbriseadh….1-9 to 0-1. Powerful stuff!
It was more of the same in the 2nd half with some fine scores from our midfielders and forwards and all the while our defence was on top. The Killarney lads, to their credit, never gave up and surprised us by adding a couple of goals towards the end. Thanks to the Legion coaches and players for a competitive and sporting game.
This was another great performance by this young Stack Club team. ‘Well done’ to the full squad! Our boys played with great passion and energy, are now ‘two for two’ in the County League and can look forward to their remaining fixtures with confidence.
Our brilliant B boys: Blake Bowler; Eliot Calleja, Gearóid Corcoran, Kian Cronin; Ethan Cushen, Tom Dawson, Mark Foley; Conor Hanafin, Diarmuid Hennessy; Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Séamus Keenan; Tadhg Lucey, Harry Maguire, Dylan McEvoy; Zac Moore, Darragh Moriarty, Matthew Murphy, Joe O’Halloran, Oran O’Regan, Gerard Teahon.
Training…at 5.15pm on Tuesday.
Kilcummin…our visitors and opposition in Connolly Park on Thursday evening.
Thanks to everyone who, in true club spirit, helped out in various ways…teas and coffees in the clubhouse, looking after the jerseys, taking photos, writing match reports and, most importantly, umpiring. (Dan Ahern)
FAOI 15: (i) We had a disappointing start to the week, on the back holiday, with our B team’s loss at home to Listowel Emmets in Division 9A of the County League.
Unfortunately for us, Listowel could only field 13 boys and, so, that left us, once again, with a large number of boys on the sideline. However, we had a positive start, held control of the first half and lead at the break…2-5 to 0-3.
Substitutions were made at half-time to give boys as much game time as possible but, ochón agus ochón ó, we lost our way! A spirited 2nd half performance by Listowel Emmets allowed them take total control of the tie and they finished the game as winners on a final scoreline of 3-5 to 4-12.
A serious wake up call for all of us as we tried to serve two masters but we did what we thought best for the team.
(ii) Wednesday night’s County League games were cancelled due to the bad weather. These games have now been rescheduled for May 3rd when the A team will be at home to Keel/Listry and our B team will be away to Kilcummin.
(iii) The A team has a home tie against Ballymac on Wednesday 19th.
(iv) The B team has a bye in the County League this week.
(v) Our training sessions on Friday and Sunday will, finally, take place back at our home base in Connolly Park and, boys, full attendance is expected, le bhur dtoil. (Ger Hobbert)
FAOI 17: Our minors gave of their very best v Laune Rangers in Staid an Ghearaltaigh, Killarney, on Monday last (17th) in the County League FINAL (Division 1). Well done, lads! (Richie Conway)
PAUL LUCEY RUN: The Paul Lucey Walk/Run will take place on Monday May 1st….Lá Bealtaine. Children, teenagers, parents, grandparents, family members and friends are encouraged to go outdoors and to run or walk 5km, thus helping to promote health and positivity within the club and within the community. The event will begin at the Austin Stack Club, Connolly Park, at 11am.
Route: the now enjoyable traditional route out Caherslee and back The Skinny Mile section of the Greenway. Registration: on www.eventbrite.ie or from 9.30am to 10am on the morning of the event. This year the run will be followed by a Family Fun Day for adults and children of the club and of the wider community. What a nice way to remember Paul! RIP. And what a nice way to mark the start of summer! Tugaimis féin an samhradh linn!
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote the club lotto: (i) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Rock St, (ii) The Brogue, Rock St, (iii) Husseys’ Shop/Deli, (iv) Carmel Uí Néill and daoine eile, (v) Barrys’ Supermarket, Rock St, (vi) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock St,(vii) Burger Shack, Monavalley, (viii) www.austinstacks.ie (ix) and/or onhttps://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
THE GREEN‘n’GOLD: (i) Sympathies to Cillian Litchfield (9) and his fellow U20 Kerry hurlers v Laois. (ii) ‘Well done’ to the Kerry senior hurlers v Carlow….comhscór. (iii) ‘Well done’ to the Kerry U20 footballers (including our own Joey Nagle (2), Armin Heinrich (6), Michael Tansley (16), Jordan Kissane (21)) v Clare.
(v) Good wishes to our senior footballers (especially to our men on the panel) v Tipperary in the Munster Championship semi-final on Saturday next (22nd) at 4pm in Fitzgerald Stadium. (vii) Comhghairdeachas le mná Chiarraí ar an dá bhua shinsearacha….peil agus camógaíocht.
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: Good luck to all participants in next weekend’s county semi-finals of Primary School Scór. County final: Sunday April 30th. Oifigeach Scór/teagmhálaí:Carmel Quilter-O’Neill.
PEIL FAOI 7: The outdoor football season will continue this coming Sunday morning (16th) at 11am in Connolly Park. Bainigí súp as an bpeil, a bhuachaillí! Newcomers welcome.
PEIL FAOI 9/10: (i) Our outdoor action will continue on Sunday next (April 16th) at 11am in Connolly Park. (ii) A successful start was made in the GoGames on Tuesday last (11th). Well done, all! (iii) A Rock U10 team (2014 boys) will travel to the Kilmacud Croke Club Tournament on May 7th.
ALL-STARS: We had a very successful outdoor training session on Sunday last. Great excitement, mighty efforts, good kicking skills and, gan dabht ar domhan, wonderful enjoyment for parents, fans and mentors as our enthusiastic players continued their teamdevelopment! Social skills from interaction through sport is our aim for our neurodivergent children. Being part of the club’s All-Stars is intended to help the children to connect with others and to flourish while enjoying their football. Feel free to come along to Connolly Park if you want your child to increase his/her social participation, to make friends and to gain in confidence. Day/time: next Sunday at 10am at the Austin Stack Club in Connolly Park. Fáilte is céad! (Cathal Ó Sé)
UNDER 11: Our boys will travel to Kilmacud Crokes, Dublin, on May 14th.
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Another fine session on Sunday last. See you all again, boys, in Connolly Park on Sunday next at 10.50am. We hope that the weather will be nice! Fáilte roimh chách!
(ii) U11 COUNTY Go-Games (Phase 1). Sponsors: Lee Strand. Fixtures: Thursday (13th) ag 6.30pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile); Upcoming games: Legion v AdeS (as baile); AdeS (ag baile) v Rathmore; Milltown/Castlemaine v AdeS (as baile). All games are ‘non-competitive’ and no scores are kept! The ‘bí ciúin ar an líne’ rule will apply for all U11 Go-Games….’dún do chlab’ is the motto!!
(iii) We look forward to the Kellihers’ Mills U11 Tralee/Naomh Breandán Boards’ Go-Games (Group A…A and B teams). Fixtures: Na Seán Mistéalaigh v AdeS (as baile);AdeS (ag baile) v K-O’R; Na Gaeil v AdeS (as baile).
PEIL FAOI 13: County League Phase 1….a busy schedule of matches lies ahead. Fixtures: (i) Tuesday (11th) Division 9…AdeS B v John Mitchels B in Connolly Park; (ii) Thursday (13th) Division 1…AdeS A v John Mitchels A in Connolly Park; (iii) Sunday next (16th)…we’ll host Legion in Connolly Park in both Divisions of the County League.
Tea and coffee will be provided by parent volunteers, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Dunnes Stores, The Horan Centre. Help would be appreciated and anyone who is available to help is requested to (please) contact Maureen Keenan.
Training will continue in Connolly Park this Tuesday and Thursday. Our 2011 boys took part in the Kilmacud U12 Blitz in Dublin on GOOD FRIDAY under the supervision of coaches, Micko and Ger! Our A team: David Ahern, Blake Bowler, Diarmuid Hennessy, Oisín Horan, Billy Kirby, Danny Lane, Conor Maguire, Dylan McEvoy, Conor Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd, Ryan O’Flaherty, Noah Reidy, Liam Swords, Tadhg O’Regan, Luke Kavanagh, Michael Carmody, Karol Kowalczyk.
U13 B boys: Eliot Calleja, Shane Carey, Gearóid Corcoran, Kian Cronin, Ethan Cushen, Tom Dawson, Mark Foley, Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Séamus Keenan, Tadhg Lucey, Dylan McEvoy, Zac Moore, Joe O’Halloran, Oran O’Regan, Tadhg O’Regan, Gerard Teahan. (Dan Ahern)
FAOI 15: (i) On Wednesday April 5th our U15 A team travelled to Farranfore to take on Firies in our opening game in Division 1B of the County League.
An entertaining game took place. In the opening 15 minutes excellent end-to-end football was played by both teams. Goals by Harry Murphy and Jake Carmody kept the scoreboard looking good from our point of view and we matched some fine points that were put over the trasnán by the opposition. After 20 minutes we were reduced to 14 players…ochón agus ochón ó…and that proved to be a turning point in the game.
Then an alert David Hobbert finished off a lovely attacking move by putting the ball into the net for our third goal. Two late goals by Firies, however, had the scoreboard reading 2-5 to 3-3 at half-time.
A point ahead! But, unfortunately, a very aggressive second half start by Firies put us on the back foot for the remainder of the encounter. Thankfully, the boys kept their heads up and didn’t give up on the task on hand.
Late goals by Alex Touhy and Adam Johnson, after great team efforts, raised our hearts and spirits somewhat. Rock boys never give up….it’s in ourdeoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)!! We finished the game in attacking mode.
The final play of the game was a penalty that, unfortunately, hit the crossbar! Final score in Farranfore: 5-13 to 5-6. It was great to see some fine strong performances from the boys who played U13 last year. Next up for the A team is a home game against Keel/Listry. This will be a tough challenge and, so, all home support would be greatly appreciated.
(ii) Our U15 B boys were scheduled to host Listowel Emmets on Monday last (10th). (Report next week). And on Wednesday 12th they are scheduled to play away to Kilcummin. Please come and show your support for these young players. (Ger Hobbert)
FAOI 17: Good luck to our MINORS who’ll take on Laune Rangers in Staid an Ghearaltaigh i gCill Airne on Monday next (17th) in the County League FINAL (Division 1). Tosóidh an cluiche ag 6.30pm and good support would be gratefully appreciated. Only the very best of minor teams reach a Division 1 final! Good luck, lads!
PAUL LUCEY RUN: The Paul Lucey Walk/Run will take place on Monday May 1st….Lá Bealtaine. Children, teenagers, parents, grandparents, family members and friends are encouraged to go outdoors and to run or walk 5km, thus helping to promote health and positivity within the club and within the community.
The event will begin at the Austin Stack Club, Connolly Park, at 11am. Route: the now enjoyable traditional route out Caherslee and back The Skinny Mile section of the Greenway. Registration: on www.eventbrite.ie or from 9.30am to 10am on the morning of the event.
This year the run will be followed by a Family Fun Day for adults and children of the club and of the wider community. What a nice way to remember Paul! RIP. And what a nice way to mark the start of summer! Tugaimis féin an samhradh linn!
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote the club lotto: (i) Burger Shack, Monavalley, (ii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Rock St, (iii) The Brogue, Rock St, (iv) Husseys’ Shop/Deli, (v) Carmel Uí Néill and daoine eile, (vi) Barrys’ Supermarket, Rock St, (vii) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock St, (viii) www.austinstacks.ie (ix) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
CIARRAÍ: (i) Good luck to Cillian Litchfield and his fellow U20 Kerry hurlers in their next encounter. (ii) ‘Well done’ to the Kerry senior hurlers v Down.
GAA GAELTACHT SCHOLARSHIPS: A GAA scholarship, worth €170, may be obtained for a club member who might like to spend time improving his/her Irish i nGaeltacht Chorca Dhuibhne during the summer.
Any club member aged between 12 and 18 years and who is attending a postprimary school may apply to our club for this financial contribution. Nota Bene: closing date: Friday 31st March. Apply immediately! Ná cuir do leas ar cairde!
PEIL FAOI 7: The 2023 OUTDOOR football season continues this coming Sunday morning at 11am in Connolly Park. Guímis go mbeidh aimsir mhaith againn.
PEIL FAOI 9/10: (i) OUTDOOR action will commence on Sunday next (April 2nd) at 11am in Connolly Park. (ii) The GoGames series of matches will begin on April 11th (Tuesday). (iii) An U10 team (boys born in 2014) will be chosen to represent The Rock at the Kilmacud Croke Club Tournament on May 7th.
ALL-STARS: The All-Stars got an opportunity to enjoy the fine weather last Sunday whenwe moved outdoors and played on the Astroturf Pitch in CBS.
We did great training as we continue our preparations for our move, in the next few weeks, to the Austin Stack Club pitch. The session was thoroughly enjoyed by all and we had full participation from all our players. They all had great fun!
Caidreamh, cairdeas agus féinmhuinín! We hope to see everyone again next week and, remember, new members are always welcome. Fáilte roimh chách! (Cathal Ó Sé)
UNDER 10/11: We’re eagerly looking forward to our trip to Kilmacud Crokes, Dublin, on May 14th. Can’t wait to challenge The Dubs!!
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Last Sunday’s session was enjoyed by all. Every U11 boy in the greater Rock area is encouraged to come along to Connolly Park on Sunday next at 11am. We pray that the weather’ll be fine! Fáilte roimh chách!
(ii) Just over a week to the commencement of the U11 COUNTY Go-Games (Phase 1). Sponsors: Lee Strand. Fixtures:
Thursday (6th April) ag 6.30pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh;
Thursday (13th April) ag 6.30pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile);
Thursday (20th April) ag 6.30pm….Legion v AdeS (as baile);
Thursday (27th April) ag 6.30pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Rathmore;
Thursday (4th May) ag 6.30pm….Milltown/Castlemaine v AdeS (as baile);
The games will be ‘non-competitive’ and no scores will be kept! The ‘ciúnas ar an taobhlíne’ rule will apply for all U11 Go-Games….’is binn béal ina thost’ will be the motto!!
(iii) We look forward to the U11 Tralee/Naomh Breandán Boards’ Go-Games (Group A…A and B teams)…sponsored by Kellihers’ Mills:
On Thursday the 23rd Na Gaeil was scheduled to play us (AdeS) ar an gCillín. Training on Sunday at 10.50am;
Thursday (30th March) ag 6.30pm…. AdeS (ag baile) v K-O’R;
TBC ag 6.30pm….Na Seán Mistéalaigh v AdeS (as baile). (Michael Lynch)
UNDER 11/12: The Under 11/12 boys will travel to Kilmacud Crokes on April 7th. Good Friday?
CÓINEARTÚ: Congratulations to all club players who’ve recently received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) Training continues this week at the MTU North Campus and at The Green CBS. We wish to thank MTU, The Green and St Brendans Park FC for making their facilities available for training in recent weeks while Connolly Park is out of action during this spell of very wet weather.
(ii) U13 County League fixtures…sponsored by Lee Strand:
DIVISION 1….Last Sunday’s scheduled game v Kilcummin was not played as the Connolly Park pitches were not playable; the game will be played later in April;
Sunday (2nd April) ag 7pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile)…expect text, boys;
Sunday (9th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh;
Sunday (16th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Legion;
Sunday (23rd April) ag 7pm….Na Gaeil v AdeS (as baile).
DIVISION 9….Our game v Kilcummin B wasn’t played last Sunday (26th) because ourConnolly Park pitches were unplayable; the match will be refixed;
Sunday (2nd April) ag 5.30pm….Laune Rangers B v AdeS B (as baile)…expect text;
Sunday (9th April) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh B;
Sunday (16th April) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Legion B;
Sunday (23rd April) ag 5.30pm….Na Gaeil B v AdeS B (as baile).
(iii) Tralee/St Brendans Board U13 (DIVISION 1) League results: AdeS: 3-5; Ardfert: 3-10; Na Gaeil: 1-12; AdeS: 2-3; Na Mistéalaigh: 2-8; AdeS: 0-7.
CÚL CAMPS: (i) Our club’ll host a Kerry Cúl Camp (football) in Connolly Park in July (3rd~7th). (ii) A hurling camp will take place in Tralee in August (7th~11th).
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: Are people still trying to keep up their daily target of 10,000 steps….deich míle coiscéim! People with a high standard/rating will be entered in a worthwhile draw for holiday vouchers. Beireann buan bua!
FAOI 15: (i) Training this week…..sessions on Friday and on Sunday evenings (ii) U15 Lee Strand County League fixtures:
DIVISION 1B….Wednesday (29th March) ag 7pm….Churchill v AdeS (away);
Wednesday (5th April) ag 7pm….Firies v AdeS (as baile);
Wednesday (12th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Keel/Listry;
Wednesday (19th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Ballymacelligott;
Wednesday (26th April) ag 7pm…AdeS…a bye.
DIVISION 9A….Wednesday (29th March) ag 7pm….Legion B v AdeS B (as baile);
Wednesday (5th April) ag 7pm….Kilcummin B v AdeS B (as baile);
Wednesday (12th April) ag 7pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Emmets B;
Wednesday (19th April) ag 7pm….An Ghaeltacht B AdeS B (as baile);
Wednesday (26th April) ag 7pm…. AdeS B (ag baile)v Fosadh. (Ger Hobbert)
COLÁISTÍ: Nóta beag ón nGaelcholáiste! We look forward to moving to our new campus go luath tar éis na Cásca to access its wealth of sports facilities such as a halla spóirt fairsing, a well-equipped gym agus cúirteanna cispheile go leor! We are on tenterhooks as we eagerly look forward to accessing this cutting-edge facility following the Easter holidays! Lá stairiúil a bheidh ann! Lá dár saol a bheidh ann!
SCÓR na nÓG RESULTS: QUIZ: 1st Tralee Parnells; 2nd Na Gaeil.
SET DANCING: 1st Spa; 2nd Dromid Pearses.
The 1st item in each category will represent Kerry in the Munster Finals which will be held in Ovens, County Cork, on Saturday April 15th. The All-Ireland Finals are scheduled for Saturday May 6th in the Gleneagle National Events Centre, Killarney.
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: This is for primary school pupils…daltaí bunscoile…who’d like to represent their clubs. The county semi-finals will be held on the weekend of 14th/15th/16thApril. The county final will take place on Sunday April 30th. Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal, solo music (one tune only) and solo dancing (3 minutes). If you’d like to have a ‘go’ Carmel Quilter-O’Neill would love to hear from you. Your club needs you!
GAELTACHT SCHOLARSHIP FOR ADULTS: Tá scoláireacht ar fáil do dhaoine fásta chun seans a thabhairt dóibh dul ar chúrsa Gaeilge sa Ghaeltacht. A €200 scholarship is available to adults who’d like to spend time in the Gaeltacht improving his/her Irish. Chun cur isteach ar an scoláireacht, ní mór trí cheist a fhreagairt: (i) cé hé tusa agus cén taithí atá agat ar labhairt na teanga? (ii) cén fáth go bhfuil tú ag iarraidh freastal ar chúrsa sa Ghaeltachta agus cén cúrsa atá ar intinn agat a dhéanamh? (iii) cén fáth go bhfuil scoláireacht ag teastáil uait agus conas a chabhróidh an scoláireacht (€200) leat? Caithfidh d’iarratas a bheith i bhfoirm Doiciméad Word agus caithfidh tú é a sheoladh chuig ian@gael-linn.ieroimh 5pm ar an 13ú Aibreán. Gach eolas ar fáil ar bit.ly/Scoláireachtaí23.Information: cuir glaoch ar Ian ar 087 6200100.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and/or promote the club lotto: (i) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Sráid na Carraige Uachtarach, (ii) Siopa Leabhar Pháidí Uí Chomáin, Sráid na Carraige Láir, (iii) Bothán na mBuirgéar, Móin a’ Bhaile, (iv) Troscán Uí Fhloinn (Malachy de Nógla), Sráid na Carraige Íochtarach, (v) An Bhróg, Sráid na Carraige Íochtarach, (vi) Siopa/Deli Uí Eosa, Cé an Phrionsa, (vii) Carmel Uí Néill and daoine eile, (viii)www.austinstacks.ie (ix) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise is available to order on www.oneills.com
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: ‘Comhbhrón’ to our county footballers v Galway and to our Kerry hurlers v Offaly.
GAA GAELTACHT SCHOLARSHIPS: A GAA scholarship, worth €170, may be obtained for a club member who might like to spend time improving his/her Irish i nGaeltacht Chorca Dhuibhne during the summer. Any scholar, aged between 12 and 18 years, who is attending postprimary school may apply to our club for this financial contribution. Ooops! Closing date: Friday 31st March. Apply immediately! Ná cuir do leas ar cairde!
PEIL FAOI 7: The 2023 OUTDOOR football will really take off this coming Sunday morning at 11am in Connolly Park. Let’s hope that the weather will be kind to us!
PEIL FAOI 9/10: (i) OUTDOOR action will commence on Sunday next (March 26th) at 11am in Connolly Park. (ii) The GoGames series of matches will begin on April 11th (Tuesday). (iii) An U10 team (boys born in 2014) will be chosen to represent The Rock at the Kilmacud Croke Club Tournament on May 7th.
ALL-STARS: Our club All-Stars will continue their action on Sunday next in the CB Primary School, Cluain na Lobhar. Plenty action…warm-up games, kicking, catching, running, jumping. We’ll be going outdoors after a few more sessions. This Rock Club All-Star initiative is run to help neurodivergent children to connect with others and flourish while playing sports.
If you’d like your child to be involved….to increase his/her social participation, to make friends and to gain confidence….please join us next Sunday, 26thMarch, at 3pm in the CB (Primary) School Hall. Boys and girls of various ages are encouraged to come along agus is cinnte go mbeidh céad míle fáilte roimh gach éinne. Caidreamh, cairdeas agus féinmhuinín! (Cathal Ó Sé)
UNDER 10/11: We’re eagerly looking forward to our trip to Kilmacud Crokes, Dublin, on May 14th. Can’t wait to challenge The Dubs!!
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Last Sunday’s training/coaching was really enjoyable for all, players and coaches. Tá togha na bpeileadóirí sa ghrúpa seo! Every U11 boy in the greater Rock area is urged to come along toour own Connolly Park on Sunday next at 11am. Fáilte roimh chách!
(ii) We look forward to the U11 County Go-Games (Phase 1) …sponsored by Lee Strand:
Thursday (6th April) ag 6.30pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh;
Thursday (13th April) ag 6.30pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile);
Thursday (20th April) ag 6.30pm….Legion v AdeS (as baile);
Thursday (27th April) ag 6.30pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Rathmore;
Thursday (4th May) ag 6.30pm….Milltown/Castlemaine v AdeS (as baile);
The games will be ‘non-competitive’ and no scores will be kept! The ‘ciúnas ar an taobhlíne’ rule will apply for all U11 Go-Games….’is binn béal ina thost’ will be the motto!!
(iii) We look forward to the U11 Tralee/Naomh Breandán Boards’ Go-Games (Group A…A and B teams)…sponsored by Kellihers’ Mills:
Thursday (23rd March) ag 6pm….Na Gaeil v AdeS (as baile)…25 minutes per half and 11 players (maximum) aside. Training continues at 10.50am on Sunday;
Thursday (30th March) ag 6.30pm…. AdeS (ag baile) v K-O’R;
TBC ag 6.30pm….Na Seán Mistéalaigh v AdeS (as baile). (Mícheál Ó Loingsigh)
UNDER 11/12: The Under 11/12 boys will travel to Kilmacud Crokes on April 7th. That’ll be a worthwhile excursion!
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) Tralee/St Brendans Board U13 League…fixtures/results/report:
DIVISION 1 results:
AdeS: 3-5; Ardfert: 3-10;
Na Gaeil: 1-12; AdeS: 2-3;
Na Mistéalaigh: 2-8; AdeS: 0-7. This game, played i bPáirc na Mistéalach in Ballyseedy on Sunday last (19th), was a humdinger and was only settled in the exciting nail-biting closing minutes.
The Green‘n’Goldswon the toss and played with the elements in the 1st half. Our boys opened the scoring with a fine point. The game flowed to and fro and, midway through the half, Na Mistéalaigh had opened a two point gap. It was tit-for-tat ar pháirc ghlas na himeartha in an evenly-matched encounter and at half-time the scoreboard showed 0-4 to 0-3 in favour of the JM boys.
The opening score of the second half was by the JMs who restored their two-point advantage. However, the next 15 minutes belonged to the Black‘n’Amber brigade as our lads rattled the hosts with tenacious defending, excellent support play and fast-paced attacks. Pure Rock football!
The result of this was that our brilliant boys lead by one single solitary point with ten minutes remaining….0-6 to 0-5. The Rock had a few chances to be further in front as we entered the closing stages but, ochón ochón, it was the hosts who grabbed the all-important goal when the ball ricochetted into the net after goalmouth scramble.
Another late late goal put a disappointing gloss on the scoreline in a game that was 50/50 throughout. Ní mar a shíltear a bhítear!
‘Well done’ to the host club team and ‘thanks’ to the referee for his excellent handling of the game in difficult conditions. Austin Stack Club Player-of-the-Match: Billy Kirby was in excellent form and launched many a good Rock attack.
Training continues this Tuesday at 7pm up on the MTU astroturf.
Team A: David Ahern; Blake Bowler, Diarmuid Hennessy, Oisín Horan; Shea Horan, Billy Kirby, Danny Lane; Tadhg Lucey, Conor Maguire; Dylan McEvoy, Conor Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd; Ryan O’Flaherty, Joe O’Halloran, Noah Reidy, Mark Riordan, Liam Swords, Ediart Topali.
DIVISION 3 results:
AdeS B: 5-22; Ardfert B: 1-5;
AdeS B: 5-8; Na Gaeil B: 0-2;
AdeS B v Na Mistéalaigh B….our B team’s game was postponed due to the unavailability of a referee.
Training continues on the MTU astroturf on Tuesday at 7pm.
Team B: Blake Bowler; Shane Carey, Michael Carmody, Gearóid Corcoran; Kian Cronin, Ethan Cushen, Conor Hanafin, Albi Gaxha, Oisín Horan, Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Billy Kirby; Tadhg Lucey, Conor Maguire, Harry Maguire; Dylan McEvoy, Zac Moore, Darragh Moriarty, Joe O’Halloran, Oran O’Regan, Tadhg O’Regan, Gerard Teahon.
(We’ll host Kilcummin in Connolly Park on Sunday next, 26th March, in the opening round of the COUNTY League).
(v) U13 County League fixtures…sponsored by Lee Strand:
DIVISION 1….Sunday (26ú Márta) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Kilcummin;
Sunday (2nd April) ag 7pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile);
Sunday (9th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh;
Sunday (16th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Legion;
Sunday (23rd April) ag 7pm….Na Gaeil v AdeS (as baile).
DIVISION 9….Sunday (26th March) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Kilcummin B;
Sunday (2nd April) ag 5.30pm….Laune Rangers B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (9th April) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh B;
Sunday (16th April) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Legion B;
Sunday (23rd April) ag 5.30pm….Na Gaeil B v AdeS B (as baile).
(Dan Ahern/Michael Lynch)
CÚL CAMPS: (i) Our club’ll host a Kerry Cúl Camp (football) in Connolly Park in July (3rd~7th). (ii) A hurling camp will take place in Tralee in August (7th~11th).
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: The new initiative, under the patronage of Irish Life, commenced on March 1st. It will continue for a month during which time people will be encouraged to reach a daily target of 10,000 steps….deich míle coiscéim! People with a high standard/rating will be entered in a worthwhile draw for holiday vouchers. More details later.
FAOI 15: (i) Training as usual this week….expect text re details of activities. (ii) U15 Lee Strand County League fixtures:
DIVISION 1B….Sunday (29th March) ag 7pm….Churchill v AdeS (away);
Sunday (5th April) ag 7pm….Firies v AdeS (as baile);
Sunday (12th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Keel/Listry;
Sunday (19th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Ballumacelligott;
Sunday (26th April) ag 7pm…AdeS…a bye.
DIVISION 9A….Sunday (29th March) ag 5.30pm….Legion B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (5th April) ag 7pm….Kilcummin B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (12th April) ag 7pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Emmets B;
Sunday (19th April) ag 7pm….An Ghaeltacht B AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (26th April) ag 7pm…. AdeS B (ag baile)v Fosadh.
(Ger Hobbert/Michael Lynch)
COLÁISTÍ: The Gaelcholáiste Faoi 15 team prepared for a late-season encounter with a teak-tough Tarbert Comprehensive outfit maidin Dé Luain na seachtaine seo caite. It was a pitched battle as the Tarbert side drew ahead early on but ár ridire Stacach, Rory Ó Loinsigh (lár na páirce), le tacú iontach óna chairde, played a warrior’s game and narrowed the margin. Ní raibh rith an ráis ag na coláisteánaigh, afách, and ref’s final whistle blew in favour of Tarbert. (Bhuaigh siad le sé phointe). The Gaelcholáiste team lads lick their wounds in the knowledge that they provided a resoundingly solid performance. Tiocfaidh sibh chugaibh fhéin, a laochra…bígí muiníneach!
50 YEARS of SCÓR na nÓG: (i) Tráth na gCeist takes place on Thursday (23rd) in Currow National School. The successful 4-person quiz buffs will proceed to the Munster Finals on Saturday April 8th in Ovens. Gach ádh ar gach iomaitheoir.
(ii) All District Boards have completed their stage competitions and Scór aficionados look forward to the staging of the County Finals of Scór na nÓg (Faoi 17) in the Community Centre, Currow, on Saturday (25th) ag tosú ag 6pm. GAA clubs in Kerry have responded magnificently in this special year of Irish culture as we celebrate 50 years of Scór na nÓg. The following cultural disciplines will be staged: figure dancing, solo singing, recitation, ballad group, novelty act, instrumental music and set dancing. A large attendance is expected and a great evening’s entertainment will be enjoyed by old and young. The chosen item in each category will be invited to represent The Kingdom in the Munster Finals which will be held at the Éire Óg GAA Club, Ovens, County Cork, on Saturday April 8th. The All-Ireland Finals are expected to take place on Saturday May 6th at the Gleneagle National Events Centre, Killarney.
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: This is for primary school pupils…daltaí bunscoile…who’ll perform in the name of the Austin Stack Club. Eolas: many Tralee area competitorswill, hopefully, advance to the county semi-finals on the weekend of 14th/15th/16thApril. The county final will take place on Sunday April 30th. Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal and, for this year only and on a trial basis, two new categories will be added to Scór na bPáistí (only!), namely, solo music (one tune only) and solo dancing (3 minutes). If you’d like to have a ‘go’ Carmel Quilter-O’Neill would like to hear from you. Your club needs you!
GAELTACHT SCHOLARSHIP FOR ADULTS: Tá scéim scoláireachta do dhaoine fásta á maoiniú ag Foras na Gaeilge chun seans a thabhairt do dhaoine dul ar chúrsa Gaeilge sa Ghaeltacht. Tá €200 ar fáil chun cabhrú le costas an chúrsa. Chun cur isteach ar an scoláireacht, ní mór trí cheist a fhreagairt: (i) cé hé tusa agus cén taithí atá agat ar labhairt na teanga? (ii) cén fáth go bhfuil tú ag iarraidh freastal ar chúrsa sa Ghaeltachta agus cén cúrsa atá ar intinn agat a dhéanamh? (iii) cén fáth go bhfuil scoláireacht ag teastáil uait agus conas a chabhróidh an scoláireacht (€200) leat? Caithfidh d’iarratas a bheith i bhfoirm Doiciméad Word agus caithfidh tú é a sheoladh chuig ian@gael-linn.ie roimh 5pm ar an 13ú Aibreán. Gach eolas ar fáil ar bit.ly/Scoláireachtaí23. Má tá ceist ar bith agat, cuir glaoch ar Ian ar 087 6200100.
2023 AUSTIN STACK CLUB MEMBERSHIP: If you’ve any queries re club membership contact Bernie Mannix (086 0767415).
OUR CLUB LOTTO: Please, support The Rock by doing business at the Rock Street Post Office and requesting a Austin Stack Club token. If The Rock wins the ‘competition,’ our club lottery tickets will be for sale in Rock Street Post Office for the next 3 years. This would greatly help our growing club. Club supporters need only ask for a token for each transaction completed at the post office…but one must ask…between now and Friday 31st March (less than 4 weeks left)! One puts the token into the Austin Stack Club collection bucket in the post office. By the end of March all the tokens will be counted and the club with the most tokens will be deemed the winner. Tokens can be requested for the following transactions: €4 tv licence saving stamps, registered letters, parcel postage, bill payments, phone top-ups, phone sales, dog licences, foreign exchange dealings, bank lodgements and withdrawals. (A single postage stamp doesn’t count as a transaction). Please support your club. Thanks to all who support and/or promote the club lotto: (i) Carmel Uí Néill and daoine eile, (ii) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Sráid na Carraige Uachtarach, (iii) Siopa Leabhar Pháidí Uí Chomáin, Sráid na Carraige Láir, (iv) Bothán na mBuirgéar, Móin a’ Bhaile, (v) Troscán Uí Fhloinn (Malachy de Nógla), Sráid na Carraige Íochtarach,(vi) An Bhróg, Sráid na Carraige Íochtarach, (vii) Siopa/Deli Uí Eosa, Cé an Phrionsa, (viii) www.austinstacks.ie (ix) and/or onhttps://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise – available to order onwww.oneills.com
LÁ FHÉLE PÁDRAIG: ‘Well done’ to all who represented the Black‘n’Amber i bParáid na Féile Pádraig.
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: (i) ‘Well done’ to our county footballers v Roscommon agus go n-éirí go geal leo in aghaidh na Gaillimhe. (ii) ‘Well done’ to our Kerry hurlers who had a 0-1 victory over Down and will face Offaly in the Roinn 2A semi-final this weekend (25th/26th).
LÁ FHÉLE PÁDRAIG: Tá Lá na Máirseála tagaithe agus beidh peileadóirí na Carraige, idir bhuachaillí agus chailíní, ag teacht le chéile ar an Aoine seo (17ú Márta). Expect a text from your team manager with information on time and meeting point for Rock footballers and fans. Beidh an ‘Dubh is Ómrach’ le fheiceáil ar/ag gach éinne….hataí, scaifeanna, geansaithe, bratacha agus meirgí (banners). Beidh trumpaí, drumaí, bodhráin agus feadóga le cloisteáil go soiléir agus na sluaite ardghlóracha ag máirseáil leo trí shráideanna ár mbaile mór. Bímis i lár an aonaigh, a lucht na Carraige, ar Lá Phatrún na hÉireann. ‘Dóchas linn, Naomh Pádraig.’
PEIL FAOI 7: Our Under 7 boys will take a well-earned break this Sunday morning. The 2023 OUTDOOR football will begin on March 26th.
PEIL FAOI 9: (i) Our U9s will have their last indoor session next Sunday morning (19th) at 11am in the Mounthawk Gym. Come along and enjoy! The 2023 OUTDOOR action will commence on March 26th. (ii) The much-loved GoGames series of matches will begin in the week starting April 11th. (iii) We’ll be sending an U10 team (boys born in 2014) to the Kilmacud Croke Club Tournament on May 7th. Tá sceitimíní ar dhaoine!
PEIL FAOI 10: We look forward to making our trip to Dublin’s Kilmacud Crokes (BÁC) ar an 7ú Bealtaine.
ALL-STARS: The Austin Stack Club All-Stars will continue their action on Sunday next beginning with some fun warm-up games. Further improvement was noted in last Sunday’s kicking and catching exercises. Our training sessions will continue in the CB Primary School, Clounalour, for the next few weeks. We’ll be going outdoors after a few more sessions.
The Austin Stack Club All-Star sessions are designed to help neurodivergent children to connect and flourish while playing sports. So, if you want your child to increase their social participation, make friends and gain confidence, please join us next Sunday, 19th March, at 3pm in the CB (Primary) School Hall. Boys and girls of various ages are encouraged to come along agus beidh céad míle fáilte roimh gach éinne. (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Last Sunday’s training/coaching was really enjoyable for all, players and coaches. Tá peileadóirí iontacha sa ghrúpa seo! We still encourage every U11 boy in the greater Rock area to come along toThe Green CBS Astroturf Pitch on Sunday next at 11am. U11s @ 11.00am! Fáilte roimh chách!
(ii) We look forward to the U11 County Go-Games (Phase 1) …sponsored by Lee Strand:
Thursday (6th April) ag 6.30pm….AdeS (home) v Na Mistéalaigh;
Thursday (13th April) ag 6.30pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile);
Thursday (20th April) ag 6.30pm….Legion v AdeS (as baile);
Thursday (27th April) ag 6.30pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Rathmore;
Thursday (4th May) ag 6.30pm….Milltown/Castlemaine v AdeS (as baile);
The games will be ‘non-competitive’ and no scores will be kept! The ‘ciúnas ar an taobhlíne’ rule will apply for all U11 Go-Games….’is binn béal ina thost’ will be the motto!!
(iii) We look forward to the U11 Tralee/Naomh Breandán Boards’ Go-Games (Group A…A and B teams)…sponsored by Kellihers’ Mills:
Thursday (23rd March) ag 6pm….Na Gaeil v AdeS (away);
Thursday (30th March) ag 6.30pm…. AdeS (ag baile) v K-O’R;
TBC ag 6.30pm….Na Seán Mistéalaigh v AdeS (as baile). (Mícheál Ó Loingsigh)
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) U13 Tralee/Naomh Breandán Board League Division 1…Na Gaeil A: 1-12; AdeS A: 2-3. Our Division 1 team put in a battling performance in Killeen on Sunday evening last (12th). Playing against the elements in the first half, our boys made a fast start with an early goal. Na Gaeil used the wind to their advantage to kick a series of fine points. Despite the difficult conditions, our boys continued to create openings and were unlucky not to have added at least a goal and a couple of points to their first half tally. Ag am sosa….Na Gaeil A: 0-9; AdeS A: 1-0.
The Rock lads came out for second half with great determination and, with two fine well-taken points, quickly cut into the hosts’ lead. The deciding score, however, came from the Na Gaeil lads who netted midway through the half. Our boys replied with a goal and a point and bravely battled to the end but, despite continued pressure, they ran out of time and out of luck. Sea, ní raibh an t-ádh leo!
Comhghairdeachas leis Na Gaeil and thanks to the referee for her handling of the game. Our A boys: David Ahern, Eliot Calleja, Tom Dawson, Mark Foley, Conor Hanafin, Diarmuid Hennessy, Oisín Horan, Séamus Keenan, Billy Kirby, Danny Lane, Conor Maguire, Harry Maguire, Conor Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd, Ryan O’Flaherty, Joe O’Halloran, Noah Reidy, Mark Riordan, Liam Swords.
(ii) U13 Tralee/Naomh Breandán Board League Division 3…Na Gaeil B: 0-2; AdeS B: 5-8. This was a five-star performance by The Rock B boys in Killeen on Sunday last and was played in difficult conditions. The opening exchanges were tight as both sets of players got to grips with a damp ball on a greasy pitch.
Slowly but surely, de réir a chéile, as the half wore on, the Black‘n’Ambers gained control at midfield and the forwards clicked into gear…scoring some well-taken goal; those goals were the difference between the sides at half-time.
Ag am an tsosa….Na Gaeil A: 0-2; AdeS A: 3-2. Our lads came out flying in the second half and upped their game to another level with some fantastic team moves from front to back and with all players working extremely hard for each other.
The Stack Club defence put in a great shift and held their opponents scoreless in the second half and the midfielders and the forwards continued to add the scores, leaving the final score at 5-8 to 0-2. Bua iontach!
‘Well done’ to all the boys; they put in a very good performance against a strong Na Gaeil side, the hard work in training is paying off. Our U13 Bs: Blake Bowler, Shane Carey, Michael Carmody, Gearóid Corcoran, Kian Cronin, Ethan Cushen, Conor Hanafin, Albi Gaxha, Oisín Horan, Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Billy Kirby, Tadhg Lucey, Conor Maguire, Harry Maguire, Dylan McEvoy, Zac Moore, Darragh Moriarty, Joe O’Halloran, Oran O’Regan, Tadhg O’Regan, Gerard Teahon.
(iii) Training continues for all the boys on Tuesday from 5.15pm to 6.30pm in Connolly Park.
(iv) Tralee/St Brendans Board U13 League…fixtures/results:
DIVISION 1….Sunday (5th)….AdeS: 3-5; Ardfert: 3-10;
Sunday (12th) in Killeen….Na Gaeil: 1-12; AdeS: 2-3;
Sunday (19th March) at 4pm….Na Mistéalaigh v AdeS.
DIVISION 3….Sunday (5th)…..AdeS B: 5-22; Ardfert B: 1-5;
Sunday (12th) ar an gCillín….AdeS B: 5-8; Na Gaeil B: 0-2;
Sunday (19th March) at 4pm….AdeS B v Na Mistéalaigh B.
(v) U13 County League fixtures…sponsored by Lee Strand:
DIVISION 1….Sunday (26ú Márta) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Kilcummin;
Sunday (2nd April) ag 7pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile);
Sunday (9th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh;
Sunday (16th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Legion;
Sunday (23rd April) ag 7pm….Na Gaeil v AdeS (as baile).
DIVISION 9….Sunday (26th March) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Kilcummin B;
Sunday (2nd April) ag 5.30pm….Laune Rangers B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (9th April) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh B;
Sunday (16th April) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Legion B;
Sunday (23rd April) ag 5.30pm….Na Gaeil B v AdeS B (as baile).
(Dan Ahern/Michael Lynch)
CÚL CAMPS: (i) Our club will host a Kerry Cúl Camp (football) in Connolly Park in July (3rd~7th). (ii) A hurling camp will take place in Tralee in August (7th~11th).
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: The new initiative, under the patronage of Irish Life, commenced on March 1st. An bhfuil tusa páirteach ann? It will continue for a month during which time people will be encouraged to reach a daily target of 10,000 steps….deich míle coiscéim! People with a high standard/rating will be entered in a worthwhile draw for holiday vouchers. More details later.
FAOI 15: (i). There was an early start on Saturday morning last (11th) for 24 U15 players and for 5 mentors who made the journey to Nemo Rangers in Cork to take part in the Mick O’Brien Football Tournament.
We played six 20 minute games (a lot of minutes!) against teams from various parts the country and plenty of game time was given to all the boys. Results were mixed…2 wins and 4 defeats (only the bare minimum separated us from the opposition in some of those lost games). We played our last 4 games back-to-back….ceann i ndiaidh a chéile.
The boys were wrecked and leg weary for the last game but their mentors were really very proud of all of them as they had made a serious effort to stay in contention for honours; they were much better than in their last tournament.
Yes, they were in great football company…Nemo Rangers, Mala, Gaeltacht Chiarraí, Órán Mór na Gaillimhe, Carrigaline, Nás na Ríogh (Place of Assembly of the Kings)…and did The Rock proud! Fair-play daoibh, a leaideanna! We were, of course, treated to the wonderful welcoming hospitality that the Nemo Rangers Club once again afforded us! What great facilities! Mórbhuíochas leo.
(ii) Training continues this week….keep an eye out for group messages for details. The very important County League starts at the end of March and, so, full attendance at training is expected, más é bhur dtoil é.
(iii) We’re gearing ourselves for the U15 County League…sponsored by Lee Strand:DIVISION 1B….Sunday (29th March) ag 7pm….Churchill v AdeS (as baile);
Sunday (5th April) ag 7pm….Firies v AdeS (as baile);
Sunday (12th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Keel/Listry;
Sunday (19th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Ballumacelligott;
Sunday (26th April) ag 7pm…AdeS…a bye.
DIVISION 9A….Sunday (29th March) ag 5.30pm….Legion B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (5th April) ag 7pm….Kilcummin B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (12th April) ag 7pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Emmets B;
Sunday (19th April) ag 7pm….An Ghaeltacht B AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (26th April) ag 7pm…. AdeS B (ag baile)v Fosadh.
(Ger Hobbert/Michael Lynch)
COLÁISTÍ: An early start did nothing to temper the spirits of our intrepid laochra rámhaíochta! With a raft of Stacaigh involved, Muintir Bhliain 1 an Ghaelcholáiste took in the sizeable challenge of competing in an energetic rowing relay blitz i gColáiste Luimnigh’s Sport’s Academy.
Trained to the peak of their ‘erging’ (the official term for a rowing machine) abilities by willing coaches, Heidi Giles agus an Bean Uí Mhuiris, the Gaiscígh performed exceedingly well on this immense occasion- over 1000 students took part overall!
Bhí fúilleach torthaí iontacha ann with a gold and a silver for the girls’ teams and the buachaillí managing to clinch a contested 4th place! KFC ar an mbealach abhaile was a fitting reward… Ár gcomhghairdeachas libh! Is cinnte go bhfuil cultúr rámhaíochta seolta agaibh sa scoil!
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: This is for primary school pupils…daltaí bunscoile…who may perform in the name of the Austin Stack Club. Eolas: many Tralee area competitors will, hopefully, advance to the county semi-finals on the weekend of 14th/15th/16th April. The county final will take place on Sunday April 30th.
Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal and, for this year only and on a trial basis, two new categories will be added to Scór na bPáistí (only!), namely, solo music (one tune only) and solo dancing (3 minutes). Any Rockite willing to have a ‘go’?
GAELTACHT SCHOLARSHIP FOR ADULTS: Tá scéim scoláireachta do dhaoine fásta á maoiniú ag Foras na Gaeilge chun seans a thabhairt do dhaoine dul ar chúrsa Gaeilge sa Ghaeltacht. Tá €200 ar fáil chun cabhrú le costas an chúrsa. Chun cur isteach ar an scoláireacht, ní mór trí cheist a fhreagairt: (i) cé hé tusa agus cén taithí atá agat ar labhairt na teanga? (ii) cén fáth go bhfuil tú ag iarraidh freastal ar chúrsa sa Ghaeltachta agus cén cúrsa atá ar intinn agat a dhéanamh? (iii) cén fáth go bhfuil scoláireacht ag teastáil uait agus conas a chabhróidh an scoláireacht (€200) leat? Caithfidh d’iarratas a bheith i bhfoirm Doiciméad Word agus caithfidh tú é a sheoladh chuig ian@gael-linn.ie roimh 5pm ar an 13ú Aibreán. Gach eolas ar fáil ar bit.ly/Scoláireachtaí23. Má tá ceist ar bith agat, cuir glaoch ar Ian ar 087 6200100.
2023 AUSTIN STACK CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Are you a member of the Austin Stack Club? Mura bhfuil tú i do bhall fós, please, (i) purchase on line via your Club Foireann account or (ii) pay on line via Clubforce (see austinstacks.ie for link) or (iii) sign up for a monthly DD payment or (iv) pay by cash. Club contact/registrar: Bernie Mannix (086 0767415).
GAELTACHT SCHOLARSHIP FOR ADULTS: Tá scéim scoláireachta do dhaoine fásta á maoiniú ag Foras na Gaeilge chun seans a thabhairt do dhaoine dul ar chúrsa Gaeilge sa Ghaeltacht. Tá €200 ar fáil chun cabhrú le costas an chúrsa. Chun cur isteach ar an scoláireacht, ní mór trí cheist a fhreagairt: (i) cé hé tusa agus cén taithí atá agat ar labhairt na teanga?
(ii) cén fáth go bhfuil tú ag iarraidh freastal ar chúrsa sa Ghaeltachta agus cén cúrsa atá ar intinn agat a dhéanamh? (iii) cén fáth go bhfuil scoláireacht ag teastáil uait agus conas a chabhróidh an scoláireacht (€200) leat? Caithfidh d’iarratas a bheith i bhfoirm Doiciméad Word agus caithfidh tú é a sheoladh chuig ian@gael-linn.ie roimh 5pm ar an 13ú Aibreán. Gach eolas ar fáil ar bit.ly/Scoláireachtaí23. Má tá ceist ar bith agat, cuir glaoch ar Ian ar 087 6200100.
OUR CLUB LOTTO: Please, don’t forget: we remind all Rock supporters once again to support the Rock Street Post Office club lotto competition. If The Rock wins the ‘competition,’ our club lottery tickets will be for sale in Rock Street Post Office for the next 3 years.
This would greatly help our growing club. Club supporters need only ask for a token for each transaction completed at the post office…but one must ask…between now and Friday 31st March (less than 4 weeks left)! One puts the token into the Austin Stack Club collection bucket in the post office.
By the end of March all the tokens will be counted and the club with the most tokens will be deemed the winner. Tokens can be requested for the following transactions: €4 tv licence saving stamps, registered letters, parcel postage, bill payments, phone top-ups, phone sales, dog licences, foreign exchange dealings, bank lodgements and withdrawals. (A single postage stamp doesn’t count as a transaction). Please support your club. Thanks to all who support and/or promote the club lotto: (i) Deli Uí Eosa, Cé an Phrionsa, (ii) Carmel Uí Néill and daoine eile,
(iii) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Sráid na Carraige Uachtarach, (iv) Siopa Leabhar Pháidí Uí Chomáin, Sráid na Carraige Láir, (v) Bothán na mBuirgéar, Móin a’ Bhaile, (vi) Troscán Uí Fhloinn (Malachy de Nógla), Sráid na Carraige Íochtarach, (vii) An Bhróg, Sráid na Carraige Íochtarach, (viii) www.austinstacks.ie (ix) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise – available to order on www.oneills.com
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: Good luck to our county footballers v Roscommon.
LÁ FHÉLE PÁDRAIG: Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig ar ár n-imreoirí, ar ár meantóirí, ar ár dtuismitheoirí agus ar ár gcairde. ‘Pádraig Aspal! Alleluia! / Canaimís le dóchas croí! / Éist go fóill le glór do mhuintire / Is bí in éineacht linn de shíor.’ (‘Rian Phádraig’…Fr Pat Ahern).
LÁ FHÉILE PÁDRAIG: The marching season comes again! Sea, beidh an club ag máirseáil ar an 17ú Márta in onóir do Naomh Pádraig, Aspal na hÉireann. Have your hats, flags and banners…and trumpets and drums and bodhráin…at the ready for the The Rock’s March march down The Yellow Road!
PEIL FAOI 7: U7 football as usual next Sunday morning in Mounthawk. Come along at 10am to be part of the fun and sport. Beidh fáilte roimh gach éinne….everybody welcome. Hoping to see you all again! All action will be OUTDOORS after Lá ‘le Pádraig. Yipííí!
PEIL FAOI 9: (i) Our U9s will be in action again, as usual, next Sunday in Mounthawk. (ii) The big news for this U8 group (and the U10 boys) is that we will travelling to Maynooth for their club tournament on April 22nd and (iii) we’ll also go on our usual annual trip to Kilmacud Crokes (BÁC). Excitement ahead!
PEIL FAOI 10: (i) Sunday morning football as usual! (ii) Our U10 boys will take part in the Maynooth GAA Tournament on April 22nd. (iii) We look forward to making our trip to Dublin’s Kilmacud Crokes (BÁC) on the 7th May.
ALL-STARS: The Austin Stack Club All-Stars were back in action again on Sunday last with the introduction of some new warm up games. Even though it was only our second day of training we had a few stand-out performances in the kicking and catching practices and, no doubt, everyone will improve even more as we continue our training sessions in the CB Primary School, Clounalour, for the next few weeks.
We’ll then move outdoors. The Austin Stack Club All-Stars sessions are designed to help neurodivergent children to connect and flourish while playing sports. So, if you want your child to increase their social participation, make friends and gain confidence, please join us next Sunday, 12thMarch, at 3pm in the CB (Primary) School Hall as we continue this new season. Boys and girls of various ages are encouraged to come along agus beidh fáilte Uí Cheallaigh roimh chách. (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 11: (i) Last Sunday’s training/coaching was really enjoyable for all, players and coaches. Tá peileadóirí iontacha sa ghrúpa seo! We still encourage every U11 boy in the greater Rock area to come along to The Green CBS Astroturf Pitch on Sunday next at 11am. U11s @ 11.00! Fáilte roimh chách! (ii) U11 County Go-Games (Phase 1) fixtures…sponsored by Lee Strand:
Thursday (6th April) ag 6.30pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh;
Thursday (13th April) ag 6.30pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile);
Thursday (20th April) ag 6.30pm….Legion v AdeS (as baile);
Thursday (27th April) ag 6.30pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Rathmore;
Thursday (4th May) ag 6.30pm….Milltown/Castlemaine v AdeS (as baile);
The games will be ‘non-competitive’ and no scores will be kept! The ‘silent on the sideline’ rule will apply for all U11 Go-Games….’is binn béal ina thost’ will be the motto!!
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) Tralee/St Brendans Board U13 League…fixtures/results:
DIVISION 1….Sunday (5th)….AdeS: 3-5; Ardfert: 3-10…report below*;
Sunday (12th March) at 4pm in Killeen….Na Gaeil v AdeS;
Sunday (19th March) at 4pm….Na Mistéalaigh v AdeS.
DIVISION 3….Sunday (5th)…..AdeS B: 5-22; Ardfert B: 1-5…report below*;
Sunday (12th March) at 4pm ar an gCillín….AdeS B v Na Gaeil B;
Sunday (19th March) at 4pm….AdeS B v Na Mistéalaigh B.
(iii) U13 County League fixtures…sponsored by Lee Strand:
DIVISION 1….Sunday (26th March) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Kilcummin;
Sunday (2nd April) ag 7pm….Laune Rangers v AdeS (as baile);
Sunday (9th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh;
Sunday (16th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Legion;
Sunday (23rd April) ag 7pm….Na Gaeil v AdeS (as baile).
DIVISION 9….Sunday (26th March) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Kilcummin B;
Sunday (2nd April) ag 5.30pm….Laune Rangers B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (9th April) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Na Mistéalaigh B;
Sunday (16th April) ag 5.30pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Legion B;
Sunday (23rd April) ag 5.30pm….Na Gaeil B v AdeS B (as baile).
(iv) *Reports on U13 Town League games: (a) Our Division 1 team finished just on the wrong side of a close hard-fought match in Connolly Park. Our lads made a good start and were leading by 0-4…1-2 to 0-1…when a 5 minute Ardfert blitz of 3-2 had the visitors in firm control by the end of the 1st quarter. But we must credit our boys for battling back with great gusto and controlling the remainder of the first half, thus narrowing the gap to just two points by half-time…2-4 to 3-3.
The 2nd half was a low-scoring affair with both defences on top and, despite our lads scoring the only goal of the half, Ardfert’s point scoring kept their noses in front. The Rock boys carried the game to Ardfert right to the end and, but for some fine Ardfert goalkeeping and defending, as well as the width of an upright, may well have secured a positive result. Congratulations to Ardfert and thanks to the referee for his handling of the game. Our club’s Player of the Match is Noah Reidy who gave a tireless display i lár na páirce. All 19 players contributed to a brave display.
Training on Tuesday and on Friday in preparation for our next Town League game (away) on Sunday 12thv Na Gaeil.
Our A boys: David Ahern, Eliot Calleja, Tom Dawson, Mark Foley, Conor Hanafin, Diarmuid Hennessy, Oisín Horan, Séamus Keenan, Billy Kirby, Danny Lane, Conor Maguire, Harry Maguire, Conor Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd, Ryan O’Flaherty, Joe O’Halloran, Noah Reidy, Mark Riordan, Liam Swords.
(b) Our Division 3 team recorded an excellent opening round victory last Sunday in Connolly Park. Backboned by our young U2 players, they were undaunted by the step up to the bigger pitch and to the competitive and more physical nature of U13 league football.
In an outstanding all-round team performance we saw scores being contributed from all areas of the pitch and from players sent in from the bench. A solid goalkeeping and defensive unit gave very few chances to the visitors and it was the launchpad for many a Rock score at the other end of the field. Thanks to Ardfert for a good sporting game and to the referee for his handling of the game. Our club’s Player of the Match is Blake Bowler who put in an All-Star performance in both the full forward and half-forward lines as well as i lár na páirce.
(c) ‘Well done’ to all 22 boys….they all got minutes on the pitch and they all contributed despite the rotation necessitated by the eleven aside nature of the game.
Training again on Tuesday and on Friday in preparation for our round two (away) match v Na Gaeil on Sunday 12th.
Our U13 Bs: Blake Bowler, Shane Carey, Michael Carmody, Gearóid Corcoran, Kian Cronin, Ethan Cushen, Conor Hanafin, Albi Gaxha, Oisín Horan, Shea Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Billy Kirby, Tadhg Lucey, Conor Maguire, Harry Maguire, Dylan McEvoy, Zac Moore, Darragh Moriarty, Joe O’Halloran, Oran O’Regan, Tadhg O’Regan, Gerard Teahon. (Dan Ahern/Michael Lynch)
CÚL CAMPS: (i) Our club will host a Kerry Cúl Camp (football) in Connolly Park in July (3rd~7th). (ii) A hurling camp will take place in Tralee in August (7th~11th).
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: The new initiative, under the patronage of Irish Life, commenced on March 1st. An bhfuil tusa páirteach ann? It will continue for a month during which time people will be encouraged to reach a daily target of 10,000 steps….deich míle coiscéim! People with a high standard/rating will be entered in a worthwhile draw for holiday vouchers. More details later.
FAOI 15: (i) Training continues this week; keep an eye out for the group messages. (ii) Our U15 stalwarts are looking forward to the Mick O’Brien (Nemo Rangers, Cork) Tournament on Saturday next (11thMarch). Fixtures: 11am…AdeS v Nemo Dubh; 12.15pm …AdeS v Carrigaline; 1.45pm…AdeS v Nás na Ríogh (Place of Assembly of the Kings). Beidh 4 chlub eile páirteach san ilchomórtas (tournament): Nemo Glas, Mala, An Ghaeltacht, Oranmore. Kerry, Cork, Galway and Kildare will be represented. The ‘round robin’ games: each half will be 12 minutes long; 15 minutes per half will be played in the finals. Boys, we’ll be facing the best of footballers; we’ll be among the best of clubs; with a little luck, we might even be the best! Enjoy the experience and good luck to everybody.
(iii) U15 County League fixtures…sponsored by Lee Strand:
DIVISION 1B….Sunday (29th March) ag 7pm….Churchill v AdeS (as baile);
Sunday (5th April) ag 7pm….Firies v AdeS (as baile);
Sunday (12th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Keel/Listry;
Sunday (19th April) ag 7pm….AdeS (ag baile) v Ballumacelligott;
Sunday (26th April) ag 7pm…AdeS…a bye.
DIVISION 9A….Sunday (29th March) ag 5.30pm….Legion B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (5th April) ag 7pm….Kilcummin B v AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (12th April) ag 7pm….AdeS B (ag baile) v Emmets B;
Sunday (19th April) ag 7pm….An Ghaeltacht B AdeS B (as baile);
Sunday (26th April) ag 7pm…. AdeS B (ag baile)v Fosadh.
(Ger Hobbert/Michael Lynch)
FAOI 17: ‘Well done’ to our U17 lads v Keel/Listry in the County League. Games still to be played v Killarney Legion, Kenmare Shamrocks (11th March) agus An Ghaeltacht (18ú Márta).
COLÁISTÍ: (i) A brief recap of events down Moyderwell way le gairid: (a) D’éirigh le buachaillí na dara bliana ISK Killorglin a chloí in an away tie which saw them rack up 38 points in a contested victory. (b) A combined team of 1st and 2nd year girls provided a strong exhibition against Pobalscoil Corca Dhuibhne sa Daingean but unfortunately ní raibh rith an ráis leo ar deireadh. ‘Well done’ to Rockites involved. (c) An tseachtain seo chugainn: a blow by blow description of the first year’s rowing heroics i nGaelcholáiste Luimnigh! (ii) Comhghairdeachas le peileadóirí ban Chnoc an tSeabhaic a bhuaigh Craobh B na Mumhan le déanaí. They came from 0-6 down to defeat Clonakilty by a mere 0-2….2-12 to 2-10….and earn a place in the All-Ireland semi-final. The game will take place in Birr (Contae Uíbh Fhailí) on Saturday 18thMarch and they will face Gorey (Contae Loch Garman). The Rock players on the team: Grace Reidy, Mary Moore, Róise Ní Dhónaill (captaen), Holly O’Brien and Lucy O’Connor. We wish them every success!
SCÓR na nÓG: Tralee District Board competitors will go forward to the county finals on Saturday March 25th at 6pm in Currow. The Munster finals will take place on April 6th and the venue has yet to be confirmed. The All-Ireland finals will be held on Saturday April 15th in the Gleneagle National Events Centre i gCill Airne.
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: This is for primary school pupils…daltaí bunscoile…who may perform in the name of the Austin Stack Club. Eolas: many Tralee area competitors will, hopefully, advance to the county semi-finals on the weekend of 14th/15th/16th April. The county final will take place on Sunday April 30th.Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal and, for this year only and on a trial basis, two new categories will be added to Scór na bPáistí (only!), namely, solo music (one tune only) and solo dancing (3 minutes). Any Rockite willing to have a ‘go’?
2023 AUSTIN STACK CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Are you a member of the Austin Stack Club? Mura bhfuil tú i do bhall fós, please, (i) purchase on line via your Club Foireann account or (ii) pay on line via Clubforce (see austinstacks.ie for link) or (iii) sign up for a monthly DD payment or (iv) pay by cash. Club contact/registrar: Bernie Mannix (086 0767415).
OUR CLUB LOTTO: Please, don’t forget: we remind all Rock supporters once again to support the Rock Street Post Office club lotto competition. If The Rock wins the ‘competition,’ our club lottery tickets will be for sale in Rock Street Post Office for the next 3 years. This would greatly help our growing club.
Club supporters need only ask for a token for each transaction completed at the post office…but one must ask…between now and Friday 31st March (less than 4 weeks left)! One puts the token into the Austin Stack Club collection bucket in the post office. By the end of March all the tokens will be counted and the club with the most tokens will be deemed the winner.
Tokens can be requested for the following transactions: €4 tv licence saving stamps, registered letters, parcel postage, bill payments, phone top-ups, phone sales, dog licences, foreign exchange dealings, bank lodgements and withdrawals. (A single postage stamp doesn’t count as a transaction). Please support your club. Thanks to all who support and/or promote the club lotto: (i) An Bhróg, Sráid na Carraige Íochtarach, (ii) Deli Uí Eosa, Cé an Phrionsa, (iii) Carmel Uí Néill and daoine eile, (iv) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Sráid na Carraige Uachtarach, (v) Siopa Leabhar Pháidí Uí Chomáin, Sráid na Carraige Láir, (vi) Bothán na mBuirgéar, Móin a’ Bhaile, (vii) Troscán Uí Fhloinn (Malachy de Nógla), Sráid na Carraige Íochtarach, (viii) www.austinstacks.ie (ix) and/or onhttps://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise – available to order on www.oneills.com
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: Sympathies to our county footballers who were pipped by Ard Mhacha ar an Domhnach seo caite. Great to see our Greg getting a ‘go’ and doing well! Better luck, Kerry, in the next game!
SINSIR na CARRAIGE: Best wishes to our club senior team v Na Mistéalaigh on Sunday.
PEIL FAOI 7: Last Sunday’s U7 session in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym went very well. Come along next Sunday at 10am to be part of next week’s fun. Beidh fáilte roimh gach éinne….everybody welcome. Hoping to see you all again next weekend! Na bainisteoirí/mentors/helpers: William Kirby, Kevin O’Leary, Amy Lucid, Martin Courtney, Joe Kinsella, St John Hegarty, Liam Walsh, Séamus Mac Gabhann.
PEIL FAOI 9: (i) Our U9 training took place at the Tralee CBS Astroturf Pitch on Sunday last.Brilliant football once again! We’ll be in action again next Sunday. (ii) The big news for this U8 group (and the U10 boys) is that we will travelling to Maynooth for their club tournament on April 22nd and (iii) we’ll also go on our usual annual trip to Kilmacud Crokes (BÁC). Excitement ahead!
PEIL FAOI 10: (i) Our U10 boys will take part in the Maynooth GAA Tournament on April 22nd. (ii) We expect to take a trip to Dublin’s Kilmacud Crokes (BÁC) later.
ALL-STARS: Spring is here and the Austin Stack Club All-Stars were back in action when the first week of Football-For-All commenced on Sunday last (26th). We had a great turn out as faces old and new attended our session which was held in the CBS Primary School Hall, Cluain na Lobhar. Head coach, Richie Conway, put our young players through their paces as we began the new season with fitness games and ball skills. The atmosphere was electric with our young stars full of excitement and enthusiasm, showing that they are ready to build on last year’s success.
Thanks to our coaches and volunteers and ‘well done’ to all who participated. We will continue to train in CBS Primary School Hall for the next few weeks before we move outdoors. And, of course, newcomers are always welcome. So, boys, if you want to join us on Sunday next (5th March) at 3pm just come along as we continue our start to the new season! (Cathal Ó Sé)
PEIL FAOI 11: Last Sunday’s training/coaching went very well. A lot of really good football was played by these boys. We have some great players in this group! We still encourage every U11 boy in the greater Rock area to come along to The Green CBS Astroturf Pitch on Sunday next at11am. Under 11s at 11.00! Fáilte roimh chách!
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) Team Meeting: we had a great turnout of the 2023 playing squad, their parents and the coaching team. Pre-season activities were reviewed and planning for the season ahead was discussed. Topics covered included objectives for year ahead, code of behaviour, disciplinary policy, preparation for the season ahead, parental support, membership.
(ii) Two challenge games were played with Ballymac and Firies in the Bishop’s Field on Sunday last (26th). Refreshments and big screen sport were laid on in the clubhouse after the games for the players and their parents/guardians. Many thanks to Harry and Lisa for their assistance, to Shane Lynch and John Breen for having the grass cut, having the pitch lined and having rooms available for all the teams.
Thanks to the parents who looked after the refreshments after both games, washed both sets of jerseys, took the photos, wrote the match reports, umpired the games and kept the scores. Thanks to Billy Lacey for refereeing both games and a big thanks to the visiting Ballymac and Firies teams for two good sporting contests. A whole club effort from players, coaches, parents and the club itself ensured that enjoyable day was had by all.
(iii) AdeS v Ballymac (report by Ed O’Regan): The lads had a great run out against a strong Ballymac side. The game was played in thirds and in the first period our boys started slowly as they played against a stiff breeze. Ballymac built up a good lead but as the first period progressed our lads grew into the game and were unlucky not to score a goal. With the breeze behind them in the 2nd period they started to take control, playing great free-flowing football, and picked got two goals.
Ballymac, however, never wilted and picked off some points to leave the score finely balanced at 2-5 apiece going into the final period. Even though our lads were playing against the breeze in the final period they took control of the game, scoring the crucial goals to leave the final score at 5-7 to 2-7 in favour of The Rock.
All players in the squad played their part. Thanks to Ballymac for travelling and playing their part in an excellent game of football that will be of great benefit to both sides as all prepare for the upcoming season.
(iv) AdeS v Firies: A keenly contested battle went right to the wire but the visitors shaded it on a score of 1-10 to 2-12. The opening quarter set the tone for the hour and there was very little between the teams as the players got used to the conditions. An athletic Firies midfield paring ensured that the visitors countered the strong wind helping The Rock boys and they led by two points…1-1 to 0-2…at the end of the first quarter.
The second quarter was again nip and tuck with The Rock coming to grips around the middle third; they should have scored more than the three points but it was the visitors who got the rub of the green and scored a fortuitous second goal to lead at half time…2-5 to 0-5.
Our lads faced an uphill battle in the 2nd half against a strong breeze; they took the fight to Firies and showed great character in keeping in touch and indeed were very unlucky not to gain parity.
Going into the final quarter the score was 2-5 to 0-7 in Firies’ favour. The final quarter was again very close and, just when as it seemed that The Rock would reel in Firies, the visitors, aided by the breeze, kept their noses in front with some fine long range points. An hour of chasing the game caught up with the Rock St boys, particularly those who were also involved in the first game, and Fires had five points to spare in the end.
(v) The Rock U13 panel: David Ahern, Blake Bowler, Shane Carey, Eliot Calleja, Gearóid Corcoran, Tom Dawson, Mark Foley, Albi Gaxha, Conor Hanafin, Diarmuid Hennessy, Oisín Horan, Luke Kavanagh, Séamus Keenan, Billy Kirby, Danny Lane, Harry Maguire, Zac Moore, Darragh Moriarty, Conor Murphy, Matthew Murphy, Jayden O’Dowd, Ryan O’Flaherty, Joe O’Halloran, Oran O’Regan, Tadhg O’Regan, Noah Reidy, Mark Riordan, Liam Swords, Ediart Topali. (vi) Training: Tuesday 28thFebruary from 5pm to 6pm in Connolly Park and Friday 3rd March from 7pm to 8pm in MTU North Campus. (vii) Tralee/St Brendans Board U13 League fixtures as follows: DIVISION 1….Sunday (5th March) at 4pm….AdeS v Ardfert; Sunday (12th March) at 4pm….Na Gaeil v AdeS; Sunday (19th March) at 4pm….Na Mistéalaigh v AdeS. DIVISION 3….Sunday (5th March) at 4pm….Ardfert B v AdeS B; Sunday (12th March) at 4pm, AdeS B v Na Gaeil B; Sunday (19th March) at 4pm, AdeS B v Na Mistéalaigh B. (Dan Ahern)
CÚL CAMPS: (i) Our club will host a Kerry Cúl Camp (football) in Connolly Park in July (3rd~7th). (ii) A hurling camp will take place in Tralee in August (7th~11th).
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: A new initiative, under the patronage of Irish Life, will commence on March 1st. It will continue for a month during which time people will be encouraged to reach a daily target of 10,000 steps….deich míle coiscéim! People with a high standard/rating will be entered in a worthwhile draw for holiday vouchers. More details later.
FAOI 15: (i) Training continued during the week and there was good attendance by the boys; so, well done, boys, and let’s keep up the work in preparation for the season ahead. (ii) Training continues this week; keep an eye out for the group messages. (iii) Congratulations to U15 coach, Frankie Murphy, on the birth of his daughter on Saturday. (iv) We can’t wait for the Nemo Rangers Tournament (in Cork) in March. (Ger Hobbert)
FAOI 17: ‘Well done’ to our U17 lads v Laune Rangers in the County League. Games still to be played v Killarney Legion, Keel/Listry (4th March), Kenmare Shamrocks (11th March) agus An Ghaeltacht (18ú Márta). Our lads: Steven Conway; James Fisher, Pádraig O’Halloran, Tomás Ó Conaill; Alex Touhy, Seán Heaslip, Ciarán Kavanagh; David Lucid, Fionnán Ryan; Jack Barrett, Tomás Deregee, Liam Ó Conaill; Cormac Bastible, Oiliver Lata, Ryan McMahon; Rory Lynch, Jake O’Connor, Bao Foley; Barry Nagle, Rory Ó Loinsigh, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Donnacha Horgan, Jack Barrett, Cormac Bastible, Oliver Lata, Ryan McMahon, Max Maszorek.
SCÓR na nÓG: Competitions in Scór na nÓg ’23: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal.Any club member under 17 years of age on 1st January 2023 is eligible to participate in Scór na nÓg.
If interested, please contact Carmel O’Neill immediately. Eolas: Tralee District Board must have its competitions finished by March 12th and successful candidates will go forward to the county finals on Saturday March 25th at 6pm in Currow.
The Munster finals will take place on April 6th and the venue has yet to be confirmed. The All-Ireland finals will be held on Saturday April 15thin the Gleneagle National Events Centre i gCill Airne. Seans mór do dhaoine óga le bua an cheoil, na hamhránaíochta, na haisteoireachta nó an rince!
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: This is for primary school pupils who’ll perform in the name of the club. Eolas: A Tralee area competition will be held and the Tralee qualifiers will proceed to the county semi-finals on the weekend of 14th/15th/16th April.
The county final will take place on Sunday April 30th.Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal and, for this year only and on a trial basis, two new categories will be added to Scór na bPáistí (only!), namely, solo music (one tune only) and solo dancing (3 minutes). Will you have a go? Why not? Bheadh sé go hiontach dá mbeadh baill dár gclub páirteach!
2023 AUSTIN STACK CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Please, (i) purchase on line via your Club Foireann account or (ii) pay on line via Clubforce (see austinstacks.ie for link) or (iii) sign up for a monthly DD payment or (iv) pay by cash. Club contact/registrar: Bernie Mannix (086 0767415).
CLOTHES ~ ATHCHÚRSÁIL: Mórbhuíochas ó chroí le gach éinne a thug tacaíocht don fhiontar fiúntach seo.
OUR CLUB LOTTO: (i) Meabhrúchán: we remind all Rock supporters once again to support the Rock Street Post Office club lotto competition. If The Rock wins the ‘competition,’ our club lottery tickets will be for sale in Rock Street Post Office for the next 3 years. This would greatly help our growing club.
Club supporters need only ask for a token for each transaction completed at the post office…but one must ask…between now and Friday 31st March (less than 4 weeks left)! One puts the token into the Austin Stack Club collection bucket in the post office. By the end of March all the tokens will be counted and the club with the most tokens will be deemed the winner.
Tokens can be requested for the following transactions: €4 tv licence saving stamps, registered letters, parcel postage, bill payments, phone top-ups, phone sales, dog licences, foreign exchange dealings, bank lodgements and withdrawals. (A single postage stamp doesn’t count as a transaction).Please support your club.
Thanks to all who support and/or promote the club lotto: (i) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (ii) The Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (iii) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (iv) Carmel O’Neill and others, (v) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (vi) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (vii) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (viii)www.austinstacks.ie (ix) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise – available to order on www.oneills.com
AN RAIBH ‘FHIOS AGAT? Appearances in National Football League finals: Kerry…30; Dublin…28; Mayo…20; Cork…14; Meath…13; Derry…12; Galway…10; Down…8. We’re still the best!
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: (i) ‘Well done’ to our county footballers v Ard Mhacha Dé Sathairn seo caite. (ii) Sympathies to our county hurlers v Uíbh Fhailí….1-18 to 0-22.
SCÓR na nÓG: Competitions in Scór na nÓg ’23: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal. Any club member under 17 years of age on 1st January 2023 is eligible to participate in Scór na nÓg. If interested, please contact Carmel O’Neill immediately.
Eolas: Tralee District Board must have its competitions finished by March 12th and successful candidates will go forward to the county finals on Saturday March 25th at 6pm in Currow. The Munster finals will take place on April 6th and the venue has yet to be confirmed. The All-Ireland finals will be held on Saturday April 15th in the Gleneagle National Events Centre i gCill Airne. Seans mór do dhaoine óga le bua an cheoil, na hamhránaíochta, na haisteoireachta nó an rince!
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: This is for primary school pupils who’ll perform in the name of the club. Eolas: A Tralee area competition will be held and the Tralee qualifiers will proceed to the county semi-finals on the weekend of 14th/15th/16th April. The county final will take place on Sunday April 30th.
Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal and, for this year only and on a trial basis, two new categories will be added to Scór na bPáistí (only!), namely, solo music (one tune only) and solo dancing (3 minutes). Will you have a go? Why not? Bheadh sé go hiontach dá mbeadh baill dár gclub páirteach!
PEIL FAOI 7: Last Sunday’s U7 session in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym went very well. Come along next Sunday at 10am to be part of next week’s fun. Beidh fáilte roimh gach éinne….everybody welcome.Hoping to see you all again next weekend! Na bainisteoirí/mentors/helpers: William Kirby, Kevin O’Leary, Amy Lucid, Martin Courtney, Joe Kinsella, St John Hegarty, Liam Walsh, Séamus Mac Gabhann.
PEIL FAOI 9: Another enjoyable session for our U9 lads took place in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym on Sunday last. Brilliant footballers! We’ll be in action again next Sunday at 11am in the same Mercy Mounthawk Gym. It’s for everyone! Bainisteoirí: Michael Lynch, Tim McMahon, Mikey Collins, Kevin Counihan, David Lucid, Richard Long, Éamonn Ó Scannláin, Dara Ó Lúing (who also trains the Kerry senior ladies)!
PEIL FAOI 11: Last Sunday’s training/coaching went very well. A lot of really good football was played by these boys. We have some great players in this group! We still encourage every U11 boy in the greater Rock area to come along to The Green CBS Astroturf Pitch on Sunday next at 11am. Under 11s at 11.00! Fáilte roimh chách! Bainisteoirí: Colm Mangan, Wayne Quillinan, Brendan Smith, Jonathon Magnier, Kieran O’Flaherty.
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) Training will continue on Friday and on Sunday at the MTU North Campus for our U13 footballers. (ii) A very successful meeting for all U13 boys and their parents was held in the clubhouse on Monday last. Everything is nearly ready for our upcoming football activities v other clubs. Come on, The Rock! (Dan Ahern)
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: A new initiative, under the patronage of Irish Life, will commence on March 1st. It will continue for a month during which time people will be encouraged to reach a daily target of 10,000 steps….deich míle coiscéim! People with a high standard/rating will be entered in a worthwhile draw for holiday vouchers. More details later.
FAOI 15: (i) We had an early start on Sunday morning last as 22 players and 5 coaches/trainers headed back west….siar amach go hIarthar Dhuibhneach….for the Gaeltacht Annual Tournament, our first competitive games of the season. The ever reliable ‘Power Travel’ bus service had us back in plenty of time for the 10.30am throw-in v Tralee Town rivals, Na Gaeil.
Under trying conditions we edged out the win. Unfortunately, in our 2nd game Keel/Listry had the upper hand on us! We were the victors in our 3rdencounter….we took the win and gained a place in the shield final. Our opponents were Nemo Rangers from Cork.
It was a good sporting contest in pretty miserable weather conditions but, unfortunately for us, we couldn’t take our scores and Nemo took the laurels! Mí-ádh mór, a leaideanna na Carraige!
However, we learned a lot during the long day out and we know that plenty of work has to be done by all to make the required improvements. Lots of encouraging signs from the boys were noted by the bainisteoirí!
And we saw some beautiful places along the way….Gleann na nGealt, Dingle Harbour, Sliabh an Iolair (Eagle) and the Wild Atlantic Ocean! Lá dár saol ba ea é!
(ii) Training continues this week. Please, keep an eye out for the messages. And full attendance is required, please. (iii) We can’t wait for the Nemo Rangers Tournament (in Cork) in March. (iv) The men who ‘make it happen’ for the U15 boys: Theo Ó Duigín, Pa Laide, Ger Hobbert, Ronan Kavanagh, Morgan O’Connell, Frankie Murphy. (Ger Hobbert)
FAOI 17: Our U17 stalwarts who are ever ready for their next battle: Steven Conway; James Fisher, Pádraig O’Halloran, Tomás Ó Conaill; Alex Touhy, Seán Heaslip, Ciarán Kavanagh; David Lucid, Fionnán Ryan; Jack Barrett, Tomás Deregee, Liam Ó Conaill; Cormac Bastible, Oiliver Lata, Ryan McMahon; Rory Lynch, Jake O’Connor, Bao Foley; Barry Nagle, Rory Ó Loinsigh, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Donnacha Horgan, Jack Barrett. Bainisteoirí: Richie Conway, William Kirby.
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) Good luck to the Meánscoil Chnoc an tSeabhaic players in their Munster Schools Senior B final v Clonakilty’s Meánscoil an Chroí Ró-Naofa, Bhur seacht ndícheall, a leaideanna! Rockites on the panel: H.Ní Bhriain, R.Ní Dhónaill, M.de Mórdha and G.Ní Riada.
2023 AUSTIN STACK CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Please, (i) purchase on line via your Club Foireann account or (ii) pay on line via Clubforce (see austinstacks.ie for link) or (iii) sign up for a monthly DD payment or (iv) pay by cash. Club contact/registrar: Bernie Mannix (086 0767415).
CLOTHES ~ ATHCHÚRSÁIL: Our club fundraising clothes recycling collection day is this Saturday (25th). Please, bring your goods to the club between 11.30am and 1pm. ‘Go raibh míle maith agaibh’ in advance. We will accept men’s, women’s and children’s clothing as well as household textiles (curtains and towels), soft toys, shoes, handbags, belts.
We cannot accept duvets or pillows. It is requested that all items be clean and dry. As part of our Club Clothes Recycling Fundraising Collection day (25th), we are asking parents of club juvenile players to put boys’ or girls’ Austin Stack Club merchandise or old football boots in separate bags.
The plan is that we will hold a ‘previously-loved give-away gear day’ with/for these items at our Juvenile Academy on a sunny Sunday morning in Connolly when we’ll be back outdoors….won’t that be nice! Bímis ag líonadh málaí gan a thuilleadh moille!
OUR CLUB LOTTO: (i) All Rock supporters are encouraged to support the Rock Street Post Office club lotto competition. The winning club will have exclusive sales of its club lottery tickets in Rock Street Post Office for the next 3 years. This would greatly help our thriving club. Club supporters need only ask (YOU MUST ASK!) for a token for each transaction completed at the post office between now and Friday 31st March.
He/she then puts the token into the Austin Stack Club collection bucket in the post office. By the end of March all the tokens will be counted and the club with the most tokens will be deemed the winner. Tokens can be requested for the following transactions: €4 tv licence saving stamps, registered letters, parcel postage, bill payments, phone top-ups, phone sales, dog licences, foreign exchange dealings, bank lodgements and withdrawals. (A single postage stamp doesn’t count as a transaction). Please support your club. Thanks to all who support and/or promote the club lotto: (i) The Burger Shack, Monavalley,
(ii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (iii) The Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (iv) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (v) Carmel O’Neill and others, (vi) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (vii) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (viii) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise – available to order on www.oneills.com
AN RAIBH ‘FHIOS AGAT? The most wins in National Football League: Kerry…won 23, lost 7; Dublin…won 14, lost 14; Mayo…won 12, lost 8; Cork…won 8, lost 6; Meath…won 7, lost 6; Derry…won 6, lost 6; Galway…won 4, lost 6; Down…won 4, lost 4.
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: (i) Good luck to our county footballers, including Dylan, Greg and JackO, v Ard Mhacha ag an deireadh seachtaine. (ii) Best wishes to our county hurlers v Uíbh Fhailí…..an important game.
SCÓR na nÓG: Participation in Scór na nÓg ’23! If interested, please contact Carmel O’Neillimmediately. Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal.
Any club member under 17 years of age on 1st January 2023 is eligible to participate in Scór na nÓg. Eolas: Tralee District Board must have its competitions finished by March 12th and successful candidates will go forward to the county finals on Saturday March 25th at 6pm in Currow.
The Munster finals will take place on April 6th and the venue has yet to be confirmed. The All-Ireland finals will be held on Saturday April 15th in the Gleneagle National Events Centre i gCill Airne. Seans mór do dhaoine óga le bua an cheoil, na hamhránaíochta, na haisteoireachta nó an rince! Come on, lads!
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: This is for primary school pupils who’ll perform in the name of the club. Eolas: A Tralee area competition will be held and the Tralee qualifiers will proceed to the county semi-finals on the weekend of 14th/15th/16th April.
The county final will take place on Sunday April 30th. Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal and, very interestingly, for this year only and on a trial basis, two new categories will be added to Scór na bPáistí (only!), namely, solo music (one tune only) and solo dancing (maximum of 3 minutes). Exciting? Yes! Cuirimis ár gcultúr féinig féin chun tosaigh!
PEIL FAOI 7: Great fun was had by all our U7s on Sunday last at 10am in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym. Come along next Sunday at 10am to be part of the excitement. Beidh fáilte roimh gach mac máthar….everybody welcome.
Hoping to see you all again! Na bainisteoirí/mentors/helpers: William Kirby, Kevin O’Leary, Amy Lucid, Martin Courtney, Joe Kinsella, St John Hegarty, Liam Walsh, Séamus Mac Gabhann.
PEIL FAOI 9: Top class football was played by the U9 lads at the Mercy Mounthawk Gym on Sunday last. Mighty footballers! Next Sunday again, boys, at 11am.
The Mercy Mounthawk Gym is the place! It’s for everyone! Bainisteoirí: Michael Lynch, Tim McMahon, Mikey Collins, Kevin Counihan, David Lucid, Richard Long, Dara Ó Lúing, Éamonn Ó Scannláin.!
PEIL FAOI 11: Last Sunday’s training/coaching went very well. We saw a lot of good football. These lads are good! Every single U11 boy in the greater Rock area is invited to The Green CBS Astroturf Pitchon Sunday next at 11am. Yes….Under 11s at 11.00!
And why not invite a friend to come along? Fáilte roimh chách! Bainisteoirí: Colm Mangan, Wayne Quillinan, Brendan Smith, Jonathon Magnier, Kieran O’Flaherty.
FAOI 13: (i) Jack Morgan had his last session with the boys on Friday last. Sincere thanks to Jack from all the boys and coaches for his time and expertise over the last five weeks.
(ii) Training will continue on Friday and on Sunday at the MTU North Campus.
(iii) An meeting for all U13 boys and their parents will be held in the clubhouse at 7.30pm on Monday 20th. We respectfully ask all to attend this important pre-season meeting; the season will be starting in a few short weeks. (Dan Ahern)
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: (i) The final walk took place ar Lá ‘le Vailintín! A very suitable day for a romantic stroll! Well done, all! (ii) A new initiative, under the patronage of Irish Life, will commence on March 1st.
It will continue for a month during which time individuals will be asked to reach a daily target of 10,000 steps. People with a high standard/rating will be entered in a worthwhile draw for holiday vouchers. More details later.
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) Unfortunately, ní raibh rith an ráis le Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí ar an bhFearann Fuar on Saturday. Although the will amongst the team was strong and the support was thar barr, Castle Island’s Coláiste Phádraig brought a level of intensity, particularly in midfield, that was difficult to replicate. They played at an A Division standard.
There were a few flourishes from the Gaelcholáiste, responding well to a tough opening few minutes, with four points in quick succession, and a fantastic long-range save from Maidhcí Ó Ficheallaigh as half-time approached.
However, ar an drochuair, the physicality of the Coláiste Phádraig side saw the day out for them agus bhí an suvae leo! Is in Oileán Ciarraí a bheidh Corn Sheáin Uí Mhurchú le linn 2023!
Gaelcholáiste players, particularly ár Stacaigh dhiongbháilte chróga, Cian Ó Duilleáin agus Luke agus Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, chomh maith le muintir na séú bliana, ar nós Jack Ó Dúghaill, never relented, however.
Go dtí’n bhliain seo chugainn, a Ghaiscígh….! Recover over the holidays and reflect on how successful a season it’s been for muintir Thobar Mhaigh Dor! (Dáithí Ó Loinsigh)
(ii) Good luck to the Meánscoil Chnoc an tSeabhaic players in their Munster Schools Senior B final. Bhur seacht ndícheall, a leaideanna! Rockites on the panel: Holly Ní Bhriain, Róise Ní Dhónaill, Máire de Mórdha and Gráinne Ní Riada.
FAOI 15: (i) Training continued this week with sessions on Friday and on Sunday evenings. On Sunday we continued our blended training with some indoor strength and conditioning work and them some on-field work.
We encourage the boys to practice the exercises at home….it’s only a few minutes a day, boys. The volunteer coaching team so far this year working with U15 boys is Theo Diggin, Pa Laide, Ger Hobbert, Ronan Kavanagh, Morgan O’Connell, Frankie Murphy.
(ii) Two tournament organising committees have invited us to take part in their early season competitions: an Ghaeltacht in February and Nemo Rangers, Cork, in March. We hope to send teams to both events. (Ger Hobbert)
FAOI 17: ‘Well done’ to our boys who did so well v Ardfert on Saturday last (11th Feb) and were 0-3 ahead nuair a shéid an réiteoir an fheadóg dheireanach. Our stalwarts: Steven Conway; James Fisher (captaen), Pádraig O’Halloran, Tomás Ó Conaill (0-1); Alex Touhy (1-1), Seán Heaslip, Ciarán Kavanagh; David Lucid (0-1), Fionnán Ryan; Jack Barrett, Tomás Deregee, Liam Ó Conaill; Cormac Bastible (1-8….six frees), Oiliver Lata (1-0), Ryan McMahon; Rory Lynch, Jake O’Connor, Bao Foley; Barry Nagle, Rory Ó Loinsigh, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Donnacha Horgan, Jack Barrett. Bainisteoirí: Richie Conway, William Kirby.
2023 AUSTIN STACKS CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Please, (i) purchase on line via your Club Foireann account or (ii) pay on line via Clubforce (see austinstacks.ie for link) or (iii) sign up for a monthly DD payment or (iv) pay by cash. Club contact/registrar: Bernie Mannix (086 0767415).
CLOTHES ~ RECYCLING: Our club fundraising clothes recycling collection date is Saturday February 25th. Please, bring your goods to the club between 11.30am and 1pm. ‘Go raibh míle maith agaibh’ in advance. We will accept men’s, women’s and children’s clothing as well as household textiles (curtains and towels), soft toys, shoes, handbags, belts. We cannot accept duvets or pillows.
It is requested that all items be clean and dry. As part of our Club Clothes Recycling Fundraising Collection day on February 25th we are asking parents of Juvenile Club players to put boys’ or girls’ Austin Stack Club merchandise or old football boots in separate bags.
The plan is that we will hold a ‘previously-loved give-away gear day’ with/for these items at our Juvenile Academy on a sunny Sunday morning in Connolly once we are back outdoors….won’t that be nice! Bímis ag líonadh málaí gan a thuilleadh moille!
CLUB LOTTO: (i) All Rock supporters are earnestly requested to support the Rock Street Post Office club lotto competition. The winning club will have exclusive sales of its club lottery tickets in Rock Street Post Office for the next 3 years. This would greatly help our thriving club. Club supporters need only ask (YOU MUST ASK!) for a token for each transaction completed at the post office between now and Friday 31st March. He/she then puts the token into the Austin Stack Club collection bucket in the post office. By the end of March all the tokens will be counted and the club with the most tokens will be deemed the winner. Tokens can be requested for the following transactions: €4 tv licence saving stamps, registered letters, parcel postage, bill payments, phone top-ups, phone sales, dog licences, foreign exchange dealings, bank lodgements and withdrawals. (A single postage stamp doesn’t count as a transaction). Please support your club. (ii) Thanks to all our present supporters and promoters of the club lotto: (i) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (ii) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (iii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (iv) The Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (v) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (vi) Carmel O’Neill and others, (vii) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (viii) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB SHOP: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise – available to order on www.oneills.com
AN RAIBH ‘FHIOS AGAT? All-Ireland Junior Club Football Championship winners from Kerry: 2005…Finuge; 2006…Ardfert; 2009…Skellig Rangers; 2010…Castlegregory; 2011…Naomh Mhuire, Cathair Saidhbhín; 2015…Brosna; 2016…Templenoe: 2017…Glenbeigh/Glencar; 2019…Lios a’Phúca; 2020…Na Gaeil; 2023…Fossa; 2024…???? Cá bhfios?? Kerry clubs have enjoyed the most success since its official inauguration of the competition in 2004. The John Mitchel Club of Lancashire reached the 2009 final. They were the first team from outside Ireland to reach the final.
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: ‘Well done’ to the Kerry hurlers v Carlow.
PEIL FAOI 7: Great fun was had by all our U7s on Sunday last at 10am in the MercyMounthawk Gym. Come along next Sunday at 10am to join up. Beidh fáilte roimh gach mac máthar….everybody welcome. See you in ‘The Hawk’? Na bainisteoirí/mentors/helpers:William Kirby, Kevin O’Leary, Amy Lucid, Martin Courtney, Joe Kinsella, St John Hegarty, Liam Walsh, Séamus Mac Gabhann.
PEIL FAOI 9: Top class football was played by the U9 lads at the Mercy Mounthawk Gymon Sunday last. Mighty footballers! Next Sunday again, boys, and the session will start at 11am.
The Mercy Mounthawk Gym is the place to be. Everyone welcome! Bainisteoirí: Michael Lynch, Tim McMahon, Mikey Collins, Kevin Counihan, David Lucid, Richard Long, Dara Ó Lúing, Éamonn Ó Scannláin. Buail isteach!
PEIL FAOI 11: Last Sunday’s training/coaching was enjoyed by all. We saw nice movements, stylish football and great enthusiasm. These lads are good! Once again, all U11 boys in the greater Rock area are invited to The Green CBS Astroturf Pitch on Sunday next at 11am. Yes….Under 11s at 11.oo!
And why not invite a friend to come along? Fáilte roimh chách!Bainisteoirí: Colm Mangan, Wayne Quillinan, Brendan Smith, Jonathon Magnier, Kieran O’Flaherty.
SCÓR na nÓG: Participation in Scór na nÓg ’23! If interested, please contact Carmel O’Neill immediately. Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal.
Any club member under 17 years of age on 1st January 2023 is eligible to participate in Scór na nÓg. Eolas: Tralee District Board must have its competitions finished by March 12th and successful candidates will go forward to the county finals on Saturday March 25th at 6pm in Currow.
The Munster finals will take place on April 6th and the venue has yet to be confirmed. The All-Ireland finals will be held on Saturday April 15th in the Gleneagle National Events Centre i gCill Airne. What an opportunity for a young person to perform on a big stage in front of a big audience! Come on, lads!
SCÓR na bPÁISTÍ: This is for primary school pupils who’ll perform in the name of the club. Eolas: A Tralee area competition will be held and the Tralee qualifiers will proceed to thecounty semi-finals on the weekend of 14th/15th/16th April. The county final will take place on Sunday April 30th.
Competitions: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal and, very interestingly, for this year only and on a trial basis, two new categories will be added to Scór na bPáistí (only!), namely, solo music (one tune only) and solo dancing (maximum of 3 minutes). Exciting? Yes! Cuirimis ár gcultúr féinig féin chun tosaigh!
FAOI 13: (i) The U13 boys, faoi chúram Jack Uí Mhuireagáin, will continue with their Friday night sessions ag Acadamh Spórt Chiarraí, Munster Technological University, Dromtacker.
(ii) These fantastic footballers will be out early again on Sunday morning and will enjoy another enjoyable session on the GAA Astroturf at MTU North Campus.
Beidh Tim McMahon i mbun na traenála. Looking forward to the session? Gan dabht!
(iii) Please keep up the commitment, boys. Keep working on the skills and enjoy your football….just as Greg Horan, Dylan Ó Cathasaigh and Jack Ó Sé did when they were your age!! I bhfeighil na n-imeachtaí: Dan Ahern, Donal Corcoran, Ciarán Murphy, Micko Horan, Gearóid Ó Tíocháin, Brian Horgan, Kyle Fitzgibbon, Jack Ó Muireagáin. (Dan Ahern)
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: Another great walk took place on Monday last. What a walk! The Tralee-Fenit Greenway….Bealach Glas Thrá Lí~na Fianaite! A great achievement by all!
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) Preparations are ‘full steam ahead’ sa Ghaelcholáiste dár gcraobhchluiche in aghaidh Choláiste Phádraig, Castleisland, ag a 12.30pm Dé Sathairn seo chugainn, an t-aonú lá déag de Fheabhra (11th February…Féile Mhuire Lourdes). A quick search on https://www.kerrygaa.ie/fixtures-results/ will, no doubt, reveal the venue.
We urge our loyal readers, ár Stacaigh chroíúla, to be present on the day to support ár nGaiscígh chróga as they seek to overcome the final hurdle agus Corn Sheáin Uí Mhurchú a thabhairt go Tobar Mhaigh Dor faoi dheireadh! Bígí linn, más é bhur dtoil é! On an academic note, we wish to encourage ár ndaltaí díograiseacha who are currently undertaking mock examinations.
Positive reports from the exam halls echoed around the school this week agus, le cúnamh Dé, they will continue to do so. Leanaigí oraibh leis an traenáil and with the study, a chomhscoláirí, agus seasaigí an fód! Déanfaidh sibh an beart! Best wishes to The Rock boys: Cian Ó Duilleáin, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh agus Rory Ó Loinsigh. (Dáithí Ó Loinsigh)
(ii) Ryan O’Driscoll, Rónán O’Carroll, Fionnán Ryan, Donnacha Horgan and their fellow Tralee CBS players continue to train in preparation for their important Dunloe Cup (Kerry Colleges U16½) encounter with Coláiste Bhréanainn.
(iii) Best wishes to Meánscoil Chnoc an tSeabhaic in their preparations for the Munster Schools Senior B final. They’ll play in the provincial final in mid-February. Rock representatives on the panel: Holly Ní Bhriain, Róise Ní Dhónaill, Máire de Mórdha and Gráinne Ní Riada.
PEIL FAOI 15: We returned to training 4 weeks ago and in the intervening time we have had great running sessions down in The Green Secondary School on Friday and Sunday evenings. The group has been split into two groups: (a) boys who played U13 last year make up one group and (b) boys who played U15 last year make up the other.
The sessions have been well-attended and the lads have been showing great enthusiasm and are really settling back into their football; they are ‘up’ for the coming season!
They have been eased back into action with some light warm-ups, with ball handling, with basic skill work and with short games to finish the sessions. Over the next few weeks we’ll move into some fitness exercises as well as strength and conditioning work, both indoors and outdoors.
Thankfully, things are looking positive at this early stage of the season and we have an average of 30 boys attending training. Two tournament organising committees have invited us to take part in their early season competitions: an Ghaeltacht in February and Nemo Rangers, Cork, in March. We hope to send teams to both events.
We are already practising our Irish for the Corca Dhuibhne trip….ambaiste! The volunteer coaching team for the U15 boys: Theo Diggin, Pa Laide, Ger Hobbert, Ronan Kavanagh, Morgan O’Connell, Tim McMahon and Frankie Murphy. Go n-éirí go geal leo go leo! (Ger Hobbert)
PEIL FAOI 17: Good luck to our lads in their next game; it has been scheduled for Ardfert (v Ardfert) on Saturday next, 11th February. Among the players will be Steven Conway; James Fisher, Donnacha Horgan, Ciarán Kavanagh; Tomás Ó Conaill, Pádraig O’Halloran; Jack Barrett, David Lucid, Tomás Deregee; Liam Ó Conaill, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Oiliver Lata; Fionnán Ryan, Cormac Bastible, Ryan McMahon, Barry Nagle, Rory Ó Loinsigh, Alex Touhy. Bainisteoirí: Richie Conway, William Kirby, David Scanlon, Shane Lucid, Darragh O’Brien, Damien Ryall.
2023 AUSTIN STACKS CLUB MEMBERSHIP: Please, (i) purchase on line via your Club Foireann account or (ii) pay on line via Clubforce (see austinstacks.ie for link) or (iii) sign up for a monthly DD payment or (iv) pay by cash. Club contact/registrar: Bernie Mannix…086 0767415.
CLOTHES ~ RECYCLING: Our club fundraising clothes recycling collection date is Saturday February 25th. Please, bring your goods to the club between 11.30am and 1pm. ‘Go raibh míle maith agaibh’ in advance.
We will accept men’s, women’s and children’s clothing as well as household textiles (curtains and towels), soft toys, shoes, handbags, belts. We cannot accept duvets or pillows.
It is requested that all items be clean and dry. As part of our Club Clothes Recycling Fundraising Collection day on Feb 25th we are asking parents of Juvenile Club players to put boys’ or girls’ Austin Stack Club merchandise or old football boots in separate bags. The plan is that we will hold a ‘previously-loved give-away gear day’ with/for these items at our Juvenile Academy on a sunny Sunday morning in Connolly once we are back outdoors….won’t that be nice! Bímis ag líonadh málaí ar dalladh!
CLUB LOTTO: (i) All Rock supporters are earnestly requested to support the Rock Street Post Office club lotto competition. The winning club will have exclusive sales of its club lottery tickets in Rock Street Post Office for the next 3 years. This would greatly help our thriving club. Club supporters need only ask for a token for each transaction completed (YOU MUST ASK!) at the post office between now and Friday 31st March.
He/she then puts the token into the Austin Stack Club collection bucket in the post office. By the end of March all the tokens will be counted and the club with the most tokens will be deemed the winner. Tokens can be requested for the following transactions: €4 tv licence saving stamps, registered letters, parcel postage, bill payments, phone top-ups, phone sales, dog licences, foreign exchange dealings, bank lodgements and withdrawals. (A single postage stamp doesn’t count as a transaction).
Please support your club. (ii) Thanks to all our present supporters and promoters of the club lotto: (i) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Upper Rock Street, (ii) PaudieCommane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (iii) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (iv) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (v) The Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (vi) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (vii) Carmel O’Neill and others, (viii) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUBSHIOPA: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise – available to order on www.oneills.com
AN RAIBH ‘FHIOS AGAT? All-Ireland Intermediate Club Football Championship winners from Kerry: 2007…Ardfert; 2009…Naomh Mícheál/Filemore; 2012…Milltown/Castlemaine: 2015…Ardfert; 2016…Naomh Muire (Cathair Saidhbhín); 2019…Kilcummin; 2023…Rathmore; 2024: ???? Cén club a bhuafaidh i mbliana?
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: ‘Well done’ to Greg, Dylan and Jack’O v Muimhneachán. Greg did very well once again when introduced. Best of luck in next outing! An Charraig go deo!
PEIL FAOI 7: Our U7s had another successful session on Sunday last in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym. Every 6 and 7 year old had great fun! To those from the greater Rock area we say: never venture, never win…don’t miss out on being a Rockie. Beidh fáilte roimh gach mac máthar….everybody welcome.
Mounthawk Gym is the place…and bring a friend! So, next Sunday again, boys, at 10am i gCnoc an tSeabhaic. See you all in ‘The Hawk’! Your bainisteoirí/mentors/helpers: William Kirby, Kevin O’Leary, Amy Lucid, Martin Courtney, Joe Kinsella, St John Hegarty, Liam Walsh, Séamus Mac Gabhann.
PEIL FAOI 9 More great U9 football was played at the Mercy Mounthawk Gym on Sunday last. Well done, everybody! Next Sunday’s session will commence at 11am in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym. Everyone welcome! Bainisteoirí: Michael Lynch, Tim McMahon, Mikey Collins, Kevin Counihan, David Lucid, Richard Long, Dara Ó Lúing, Éamonn Ó Scannláin.
PEIL FAOI 11: Last Sunday’s workout was enjoyed by all, both players and mentors….goodmovements, stylish football and great drive were seen by all who attended. It’s The Green CBS Astroturf Pitch again on Sunday next at 11am. Remember….Under 11s at 11.oo! Encourage a friend to accompany you next Sunday….the more players the better the panel! Fáilte roimh chách! Bainisteoirí: Colm Mangan, Wayne Quillinan, Brendan Smith, Jonathon Magnier, Kieran O’Flaherty.
SCÓR na nÓG: Like to be part to be part of Scór na nÓg ’23? If interested, please contact Carmel O’Neill. Míreanna iomaíochta: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal.
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) The U13 boys, with the help of Jack Ó Muireagáin, will continue with their Friday night football sessions at the Kerry Sports Academy, Munster Technological University, Dromtacker.
(ii) These enthusiastic footballers were out early on Sunday morning last andenjoyed an excellent session on the GAA Astroturf at MTU North Campus. B’e Tim McMahon a bhí i mbun na n-imeachtaí. More of the same on Sunday next.
(iii) The coaches ask the boys to keep up the commitment shown so far in being their best and in willing to learn. Continue to practice the skills and enjoy your football, lads! Bainisteoirí: Dan Ahern, Donal Corcoran, Ciarán Murphy, Micko Horan, Gearóid Ó Tíocháin, Brian Horgan, Kyle Fitzgibbon, Jack Ó Muireagáin. (D.Ahern)
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: Another great walk took place on Tuesday (31th). One may log one’s kilometres by downloading the My Life App….getirelandwalking.ie. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Next week again agus tóg cara leat…mar…giorraíonn beirt bóthar agus i dteannta a chéile is fearr sinn!
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) Our sympathies to the Mercy Mounthawk U19 senior boys who were unfortunate v Coláiste Bhréanainn in last week’s semi-final of the Corn Uí Mhuirí competition. We followed our Rock lads with interest and with pride ach, faraor géar, it wasn’t to be. Beidh lá eile ag Michael Tansley, Jack Murphy, Daniel Kirby, Cillian Litchfield, Paddy Lane, Noah Townsend, Ben Murphy agus Liam Carmody.
(ii) Banteer was the Saturday afternoon hotspot for our gaiscígh and their tense supporters as foireann Faoi 19 an Ghaelcholáiste lined out against formidable Hazelwood College (Coláiste na Collchoille) opposition at the state-of-the-art new 4G pitch.
This quarter-final tie was a ‘must win’ for the Gaelcholáiste and they began as they meant to go on with a sublime point from Gavin Ó Caoimh about five minutes into the first half. From there the Gaelcholáiste lads managed to see out the first half in relative calm, in composed form, with Cian Ó Duilleáin ruling midfield by wrestling high balls from his opponent.
They entered an tarna leath with two points over the Hazelwood boys, who returned to the Astro field in efficient form. Highlights from the nail-biting second half included some incredible wide-angle scores from Stacach Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, ably provided by his brother Luke.
Our laochra refused to let two late goals reduce their grip on the game and managed to see out this entertaining tie with a final cracking score from an tUasal Ó Cathasaigh.
Celebratory pitch invaders included Rory Ó Loinsigh and the laochra look forward to a fine homecoming on Monday morning when they will, no doubt, be endlessly praised by their cairde scoile. Coláiste Naomh Pádraig, Castleisland, remain their final opponents sa chraobh chinniúnach; tá an t-am agus an suíomh fós le socrú.
Bígí linn when fixtures are confirmed: these dynamic and talented laochra, who clinched this hard-fought tie with their skill, have more than earned your support! Comhghairdeas ó chroí libh! An bhfeicfear Corn Sheáin Uí Mhurchú i dTobar Mhaigh Dor i gceann cúpla seachtain?
(iii) The Tralee CBS (Faoi 16½) boys are due to face Coláiste Bhréanainn in the final of the Dunloe Cup (Kerry colleges) competition. Táimid ag tnúth go mór leis an gcluiche! Idir an dá linn, Ryan O’Driscoll, Rónán O’Carroll, Fionnán Ryan, Donnacha Horgan and their fellow panelists continue to train diligently!
(iv) Mórchomhghairdeachas le Meánscoil Chnoc an tSeabhaic a bhuaigh ar Choláiste Dhún Iascaigh, Co. Thiobraid Árann, in the Munster Schools Senior B semi-final le haon chúilín amháin…2-12 to 2-11. Éacht agus mórghaisce! They’ll play in the provincial final in mid-February. Rock representatives on the panel: Holly O’Brien, Róise Ní Dhónaill, Mary Moore and Grace Reidy.
BAINISTEOIRÍ FAOI 15: Theo Diggin, Pa Laide, Morgan O’Connell, Ger Hobbert, Frankie Murphy.
PEIL FAOI 17: The Rock U17s challenged Ballymac i bPáirc na mBan Rialta, Connolly Park, on Sunday last in the Minor Town League (2023). It was a tight match on a pitch that has weathered well over the winter.
Our boys finished the encounter with a well-deserved 0-4 victory. A fine result for a first outing. Well done, boys! An fhoireann bhuacach: Steven Conway; James Fisher, Donnacha Horgan, Ciarán Kavanagh; Tomás Ó Conaill, Pádraig O’Halloran (captaen); Jack Barrett, David Lucid, Tomás Deregee; Liam Ó Conaill, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Oiliver Lata; Fionnán Ryan, Cormac Bastible, Ryan McMahon, Barry Nagle, Rory Ó Loinsigh, Alex Touhy.
The next game has been scheduled for Ardfert (v Ardfert) on Saturday 11th February. Best wishes, boys! Bainisteoirí: Richie Conway, William Kirby, David Scanlon, Shane Lucid, Darragh O’Brien, Damien Ryall.
CLUB LOTTO: (i) All Rock supporters are earnestly requested to support the Rock Street Post Office club lotto competition. The winning club will have exclusive sales of its club lottery tickets in Rock Street Post Office for the next 3 years.
This would greatly help our thriving club. Club supporters need only ask for a token for each transaction completed at the post office between now and Friday 31st March. He/she then puts the token into the Austin Stack Club collection bucket in the post office.
By the end of March all the tokens will be counted and the club with the most tokens will be deemed the winner. Tokens can be requested for the following transactions: €4 tv licence saving stamps, registered letters, parcel postage, bill payments, phone top-ups, phone sales, dog licences, foreign exchange dealings, bank lodgements and withdrawals. (A single postage stamp doesn’t count as a transaction). Please support your club.
(ii) Thanks to all our present supporters and promoters of the club lotto: (i) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (ii) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Upper Rock Street,
(iii) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street,
(iv) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (v) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street,
(vi) The Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street,
(vii) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay,
(viii) Carmel O’Neill and others,
(ix) www.austinstacks.ie
(x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
SIOPA AN CHLUB: Official Austin Stack Club merchandise – available to order onwww.oneills.com
AN RAIBH ‘FHIOS AGAT? Corn Uí Mhuirí is the cup presented to the winners of the Munster Post Primary Schools Senior Football A championship….the top level Gaelic football championship for secondary schools in Munster.
The competition was established in 1927 by Dr. Éamonn O’Sullivan and Canon Breen at a meeting in Mallow. Since the 2018/2019 season, the competition moved from Under 18.5 to Under 19. The present holders: Coláiste Bréanainn, Cill Airne. A list of Munster titles by Kerry schools: Coláiste Bréanainn…23 (may shortly be 24!!); The Green…16; Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne…6; Coláiste na Sceilge…4.
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: Sympathies to Dylan, Jack’O and Greg v Dún na nGall. Didn’t Greg do well while on the pitch…..looked strong and seemed in fine form! Best of luck next Sunday! An Charraig Abú!
UNDER 7 FOOTBALL: Boys born in 2016/17/18 had their 2nd session of 2023 on Sunday last in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym. Our 6 and 7 year olds with shining morning faces glowing with enthusiasm eagerly followed their coaches’ directions and, ergo, another enjoyable and successful babhta traenála took place!
We’d love to welcome more young players from the greater Rock area! Beidh fáilte roimh an domhan is a mháthair….everybody welcome. Feel free to come along to Mounthawk…and bring a friend or two.
Be part of the Black‘n’Amber family! So, next Sunday again, boys, at 10am i gCnoc an tSeabhaic. Your bainisteoirí/mentors/helpers for the 2023 season are William Kirby, Kevin O’Leary, Amy Lucid, Martin Courtney, Joe Kinsella, St John Hegarty, Liam Walsh, Séamus Smith.
PEIL FAOI 9: All The Rock boys born in 2014/15 arrived at the Mercy Mounthawk Gym on Sunday last with even more enthusiasm than they had the previous week. A great session took place and it was enjoyed by all.
Next Sunday’s session will commence at 11am in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym. Everyone welcome! Bí ann gan teip!!Bainisteoirí/coaches/mentors/helpers for the year ahead: Michael Lynch, Tim McMahon, Mikey Collins, Kevin Counihan, David Lucid, Richard Long, Dara Ó Lúing, Éamonn Ó Scannláin.
UNDER 11 FOOTBALL: Last Sunday’s workout was enjoyed by all, both players and mentors….good skills, fine style and great enthusiasm were seen in abundance. All boys born in 2012/13 will continue their football training on The Green CBS Astroturf Pitch on Sunday NEXT at 11am.
Remember….Under 11s at 11.oo! Encourage a friend to accompany you next Sunday….the more players the better the panel! Fáilte roimh gach éinne! Bainisteoirí/coaches/mentors/helpers for 2023: Colm Mangan, Wayne Quillinan, Brendan Smith, Jonathon Magnier and Kieran O’Flaherty.
PEIL FAOI 13: (i) The U13 boys, with Jack Ó Muireagáin/Morgan, our former Kerry Minor footballer, continue with their Friday night football sessions up in the Kerry Sports Academy, Munster Technological University, Dromtacker, Tralee, V92 CX88.
(ii) In addition, Sunday morning sessions will begin this coming Sunday, 29thJanuary, at 9.30am on the MTU GAA astroturf pitch, at the North Campus, Dromtacker. Tá an tús maith déanta agus tá ag éirí go breá leis na seisiúin. ‘Bhfuil An Charraig céim chun tosaigh i mbliana? Bainisteoirí Faoi 13: Dan Ahern, Donal Corcoran, Ciarán Murphy, Micko Horan, Ger Teahan, Brian Horgan, Kyle Fitzgibbon, Jack Morgan. (D.Ahern)
CLARIFICATION: Aidan O’Connor is president of the Senior Section of the club. Nóirín de Paor is president of the Ladies’ Section of the club. A Juvenile Section (boys) president has yet to be appointed.
SCÓR na nÓG: Like to be part to be part of Scór na nÓg ’23? If interested, please contact Carmel O’Neill. Míreanna iomaíochta: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal.
IRELAND LIGHTS UP ~ CLUB WALK: This week’s walk took place on Tuesday (24th). One may log one’s kilometres by downloading the My Life App….getirelandwalking.ie. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Siúil le páirtí…mar…giorraíonn beirt bóthar!
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) ‘Well done’ to the Mercy Mounthawk U19 senior boys who defeated Clonakilty Community College in the quarter-final of the Corn Uí Mhuirí competition on Thursday last (19th). An outstanding victory for Cnoc an tSeabhaic with no less that 8 Rock boys on the panel.
An fhoireann bhuacach: Michael Tansley (AdeS); G.O’Riordan (Ardfert), Jack Murphy (AdeS), S.de Rís (Ballymac); Daniel Kirby (AdeS), Cillian Litchfield (AdeS), B.Byrne (AdeS); T.Kennedy (K-O’R), D.O’Sullivan (Ardfert); N.Collins (Ballymac), O.Ferris (Ardfert), S.Corkery (JM); D.O’Connor (K-O’R), R.Monahan (Ardfert), Paddy Lane (AdeS; he scored 3-3); J.Hoare (K-O’R), Noah Townsend (AdeS), C.Mason (Churchill), F.Egan (Ardfert), C.Moran (K-O’R), Ben Murphy (AdeS), Liam Carmody (AdeS). Every club and school in the Tralee area wishes the team well in their semi-final encounter.
(ii) The mighty Gaelcholáiste sinsir (Faoi 19 ~ Corn Sheáin Uí Mhurchú) battled hard to see out a 10 point victory against Coláiste Rís, Inis, on Monday 16th. The Ráth Caola pitch was in perfect nick as the Gaiscígh arrived with high hopes for a skilful encounter and progression to the semi-final.
Weeks’ worth of Tuesday and Wednesday evening afterschool training bouts showed as 4th, 5th and 6th year titans confidently held their own against a capable Coláiste Rís side. Stacaigh Luke Ó Cathasaigh, Marc Ó Loinsigh, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh and Cian Ó Duilleáin remained men-of-the-match contenders as the Gaelcholáiste held the lead through much of play. Ref’s final whistle confirmed that they’d held on long enough to guarantee themselves another day out sna seachtainí atá romhainn.
Preparations have commenced for this Munster semi-final clash and readers of this column will be kept up to date on confirmation of áit, am agus freasúra (opposition). To our Gaiscígh, who comfortably managed to gain supremacy in this outstanding quarter-final fixture….tréaslaimíd libh! Táimid thar a bheith morálach asaibh!
(iii) The Tralee CBS (Faoi 16½) boys are due to face Coláiste Bhréanainn in the final of the Dunloe Cup (Kerry colleges) competition. Táimid ag tnúth go mór leis an gcluiche! Idir an dá linn, Ryan O’Driscoll, Rónán O’Carroll,Fionnán Ryan, Donnacha Horgan and their fellow panelists continue to train diligently!
BAINISTEOIRÍ FAOI 15: Theo Diggin, Pa Laide, Morgan O’Connell, Ger Hobbert, Frankie Murphy.
PEIL FAOI 17: The Rock minors are back training again on Sunday mornings at 12.00 in Connolly Park. Preparations are underway for the first game in the Division 1 Minor County League which is due to commence on Saturday February 18th (fixtures still to be confirmed). The Minor leadership team: Richie Conway, William Kirby, David Scanlon, Shane Lucid, Darragh O’Brien, Damien Ryall.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all supports and promoters of our club lotto: (i) Deli Uí hEosa, Prince’s Quay, (ii) Carmel Uí Néill and others, (iii) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (iv) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Upper Rock Street, (v) Siopa Leabhar Paudie Commane, Rock Street, (vi) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (vii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (viii) The Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or onhttps://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
SIOPA AN CHLUB: Our Club shop is open seacht lá na seachtaine. Official Austin Stack Club merchandise is only available to order on www.oneills.com
AN RAIBH ‘FHIOS AGAT? Tom Moriarty, who recently passed to his eternal reward, was a Kerryman who played football for Meath. He was full-forward on the Meath Junior team that won the All-Ireland in 1952.
His displays with the Junior team earned him promotion to the Senior team for the 1953 Championship but Meath lost to Louth in the Leinster semi-final. He was full-forward on the Meath team that beat Kerry in the 1954 All-Ireland Senior Final. He scored 2 goals in the 1954 Leinster final against Offaly and scored Meath’s only goal in the All-Ireland Final against his native county, Kerry. (If only he had worn The Kingdom’s Green‘n’Gold!)
He was also on the team that was beaten by Dublin in the 1955 Leinster final. (Dublin later lost the All-Ireland to Kerry.) Tom subsequently lived in Wexford agus is ann atá sé curtha.
SINSIR CHIARRAÍ: Best wishes to Dylan, Jack’O and Greg in their next Green‘n’Gold outing. An Charraig Abú!
UNDER 7 FOOTBALL: Boys born in 2016/17/18 will begin their 2023 season on SUNDAY NEXT at 10am in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym. Fáilte roimh chách….everybody welcome. Just come along…and bring a friend, if you wish. Be part of the rolling Rock!
PEIL FAOI 9 All boys born in 2014/15 are invited to come along to the new season’s Gaelic football activity which will begin at 11am in the Mercy Mounthawk Gym on Sunday NEXT. Everyone welcome! Tosach maith, leath na hoibre!
UNDER 11 FOOTBALL: To all boys born in 2012/13…welcome back, lads! The Green CBS Astro is the venue for you all on Sunday NEXT at 11am…and bring a friend or two!
PEIL FAOI 13: We look forward to meeting our U13s (lads born in 2010/11) on Friday evening at 7pm at the MTU Sports Academy, Munster Technological University, Dromtacker, Tralee, V92 CX88. What a venue! Can’t wait to begin the new football season! Tús maith, leath na hoibre! Here comes The Rock!
BACK TO SCHOOL: Good wishes to all our players and supporters as they commence another school/college term….give it your best shot, lads, and work as hard as you can at the books! ‘Twill be worth it in the long run! Aoibhinn beatha an scoláire!
CRUINNIÚ CINN BHLIANA (Roinn na nÓg): Yet another juvenile section AGM took place in Páirc Uí Chonghaile on Monday last. A good crowd of the faithful attended. Many important topics were debated, the past year’s activities were discussed and plans have been hatched for a most successful Rock 2023! Dul chun cinn na Carraige, a dhuine!! Comhghairdeachas lenár gcathaoirleach nuacheaptha, Richie Conway, agus lenár n-oifigeach scileanna nuatofa, Tim McMahon.
Tribute was paid to our outgoing chairman, Tim, who led our juvenile section committee with great success over the last 15 years or so.
Best wishes to both Richie and Tim in their new roles and the best of luck to The Rock juvenile meitheal of 2023.
SCÓR na nÓG: Please, feel free to be part of Scór na nÓg ’23? Items: a four-person table quiz team, a grúpa ceoil, solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a figure dance, a set, a recitation/dán/scéal. Think about it! Don’t be shy! Plenty vacancies on the team!! Singers, quiz buffs, actors, musicians, dancers, etc, urgently required to represent The Rock!
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) The Mercy Mounthawk U19 senior boys will play Clonakilty Community College in the quarter-final of the Corn Uí Mhuirí competition at 1.30pm on Wednesday next (18thJanuary).
All Kerry GAA followers are hoping for a Tralee success in this very important match! Tá ardfhoireann ag Cnoc an tSeabhaic! Good luck to The Rock boys on the panel: Michael Tansley, Jack Murphy, Ben Murphy, Daniel Kirby, Cillian Litchfield, Paddy Lane, Noah Townsend, Liam Carmody.
(ii) Gaelcholáiste’s gaiscígh have a bumper series of matches ahead in the U16½ and Senior age groups: (a) na Sinsir (Faoi 19 ~ Corn Sheáin Uí Mhurchú) will meet Coláiste Rís, Inis, in Rathkeale at 12.30pm on Wednesday next (18ú Eanáir) in a much-delayed (and highly-anticipated) fixture in their Munster C quarter-final match agus (b) beidh cath eile i Cionn tSáile (1601) when the U16½ boys encounter Kinsale. The Sinsir, to test their skills, recently undertook a challenge match v Spanish Point (Scoil Naomh Iósaf) at the Sports Complex, Cluain Darach, and fantastic displays were given by Marc Ó Loingsigh (0-3), Gavin Ó Cathasaigh (0-1) and Cian Ó Duilleán. With wonderful flourishes of play and the creation of some spectacular opportunities, they’ve proven themselves to be more than ready to provide Coláiste Rís le cluiche iomaíoch spleodrach. Guímis, mar Stacaigh agus mar phobal scoile an Ghaelcholáiste, gach rath orthu! (D.Ó Loingsigh)
(iii) Good luck to the Tralee CBS (Faoi 16½) boys who’ll face Coláiste Bhréanainn in the final of the Dunloe Cup (Kerry colleges) competition. Dáta, am agus ionad imeartha le socrú fós. Best wishes to Ryan O’Driscoll, Rónán O’Carroll, Fionnán Ryan and Donnacha Horgan.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who continually support and promote our club lotto: (i) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (ii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (iii) Brogue Inn Uí Chiarba, Lower Rock Street, (iv) Deli Uí hEosa, Prince’s Quay, (v) Carmel Uí Néill and others, (vi) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (vii) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Upper Rock Street, (viii) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
FOIREANN FAOI 21 2002: Our U21 champions of 2002: Martin Moriarty; Brendan Smith, David Leonard, Nessan Crean; Conor Carroll, Alex Donovan, Timmy Lynch; Pádraig Sugrue, Jonathon Conway; Mike Finn (captaen), Kieran Donaghy, Dara Ó Lúing; TJ Hogan, Keith Greensmith, David Hennebery; St.John Hegarty, Anthony Morrison, Finbarr Smith, Mikey Collins, Brian Phelan, Martin Courtney, Brian Dennehy, Mark Bracker O’Regan, Alan Sheehan, Andy McAllen (RIP). Bainisteoir: John Joe Sugrue.
CLUB AGM (SENIOR): The club’s AGM (senior section) will take place on Sunday next (15th January) at 1.30pm in Connolly Park. Everybody is welcome. Is maith an fhaire an fhógairt!
SIOPA AN CHLUB: Our Club shop is open seacht lá na seachtaine. Official Austin Stack Club merchandise is only available to order on www.oneills.com
DID YOU KNOW? Since 2006 over 1,000,000 youngsters from ages six to 13 years have participated in the GAA Cúl Camps. These camps run for one week in the summer months.
The camp activities take a games-based approach which revolves around enjoyment and participation in Gaelic games. Each young person who takes part receives a geansaí, a zip top and a backpack.
The gear does not generally go on public sale which ensures that the people participating are part of an exclusive GAA group. With logos and different designs annually Cúl Camp gear is a ‘uniform’ that encourages the wearer to feel comfortable, confident, special and proud to play Gaelic games….caid, iománaíocht, liathróid láimhe, rounders.
Cúl Camps are among the most popular recreational settings i rith laethanta saoire an tsamhraidh. In 2019, Wexford GAA developed the first specialised camp for autistic children; it involved a more sensory friendly experience for attendees and their siblings (who also attended).
This idea has developed across the land; it encompasses the true spirit of community and of inclusion for young people of various abilities. And The Rock Club hasn’t been found wanting, thanks to an enthusiastic and very committed group of parents, coaches and helpers a bheadh molta dá mbeimis inár dtost!
DROCHSHEANS! Mór-chomhbhrón le peileadóirí sinsearacha K-O’R in their All-Ireland quest last weekend….ever so close!
PAINÉAL CHIARRAÍ: ‘Well done’ to Dylan, Jack’O and Greg who recently wore the green‘n’gold v Cork (bíonn gach tosach lag!) and v Clare (a nice win!).
BLIAIN NUA FAOI MHAISE: We offer our good wishes for 2023 to all officers, players, mentors, workers, parents, supporters and followers of The Rock. Go raibh bliain iontach ag gach éinne agus go raibh ádh mór ar fhoirne na Carraige ar fhóid ghlasa na himeartha i 2023! Good success to The Rock!
SPIORAD na NOLLAG: A very exciting event took place in Connolly Park on Tuesday last and it was well attended by many faithful Rockites. All had great fun at the Club Christmas Tournament. Players, past and present, young and not-so-young, fit and not-so-fit, talented and not-that-talented, really enjoyed our mixed 11-a-side games. It was an afternoon of fun, frolics, comhluadar, chat, craic agus ceol! ‘Well done’ to Ricky Moloney and his team.
CLUB AGM (JUNIOR): The club’s juvenile section AGM will take place in Páirc Uí Chonghaile clubhouse on Monday 9th January at 7.15pm. Everybody welcome and we extend a special welcome to the parents/guardians of our young players.
SCÓR na nÓG: Wouldn’t it be nice to be part of Scór na nÓg ’23? Items: solo singing (I bet a ‘fiver’ that a good singer exists somewhere in The Rock!), a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a five-person grúpa ceoil, a four-person table quiz team, a figure dance, a set dance, a recitation/dán/scéal. Have a go! A great opportunity for future top-class performers….singers, quiz buffs, actors, musicians or dancers!
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) The Mercy Mounthawk U19 senior boys will take on Clonakilty Community College in the quarter-final of comórtas Chorn Uí Mhuirí in January. All Tralee GAA followers wish them every success in this very important encounter! Is foireann mhaith í foireann Chnoc an tSeabhaic! The Rock boys on the Mounthawk panel: Michael Tansley, Jack Murphy, Ben Murphy, Daniel Kirby, Cillian Litchfield, Paddy Lane, Noah Townsend, Liam Carmody.
(ii) The Tralee CBS v Clonakilty Community College game in the Munster Colleges Senior Football (Corn Uí Mhuirí – Faoi 19) competition was played i mBaile Mhúirne on 20th. Our Tralee boys exited the Corn Uí Mhuirí competition after an exciting and closely contested game on a scoreline of 0-13 to 2-9. (Cúil a bhuann cluichí!) Chaill An Fhaiche le dhá chúilín shuaracha….’twas a late ‘Séamus Darby’ type goal that did the damage to our lads who seemed to be on their way to the next round. We offer our sympathies to a great group of players and to their comhbhainisteoir, Tim McMahon. Austin Stack Club players on the team: Colm Browne, Enda Cahill, Josh Lynch, Thomas Derege, Seán Moynihan and Damien Hogan. Tim McMahon was joint manager of the team. Tralee aficionados can now give their full support to the Mercy Mounthawk team that will play Clonakilty in the quarter-final in the New Year.
(iii) Good luck to the Tralee CBS (Faoi 19) boys who are keeping themselves fit over the school holidays and who will face Coláiste Bhréanainn (arís eile!) in the final of the Dunloe Cup (Kerry colleges) competition. The date, time and venue have yet to be decided. The Green team had a good semi-final victory over Coláiste Naomh Mícheál, Lios Tuathail, just before Christmas. Our good wishes to Colm de Brún, Éanna Ó Cathail, Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Rónán Ó Cearúil, Josh Ó Loingsigh, Damien Ó hÓgáin, Tomás Derege, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin and Donnacha Mac an tSaoir in their preparations.
(iv) Good wishes to the Gaelcholáiste boys in their upcoming encounter v Coláiste Éamann Rís. Among the Gaelcholáiste players are our own Ruairí Ó Loingsigh and Gavin Ó Cathasaigh. Athbhliain faoi shéan is faoi mhaise dár léitheoirí dílse agus dár lucht leanúna díograiseach!
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who continually support and promote our club lotto: (i) Ollmhargadh de Barra, Upper Rock Street, (ii) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (iii) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (iv) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (v) Brogue Inn Uí Chiarba, Lower Rock Street, (vi) Deli Uí hEosa, Prince’s Quay, (vii) Carmel Uí Néill and others, (viii) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB AGM (SENIOR): The club’s AGM (senior) will take place on Sunday 15th January at 1pm in Connolly Park. Fáilte roimh chách. Nominations for positions and motions for discussion should be emailed to the secretary before 5pm on Thursday next (5th January). Is maith an aire an fhógairt (forewarned is forearmed)!
SIOPA AN CHLUB: (i) Our Club shop is open seacht lá na seachtaine. The latest official Austin Stack Club merchandise is only available to order on this link (free delivery on any orders over €50). Téigh go www.oneills.com (ii) Keohane Athletic’s ‘Urban Terrace’(2xM, 2xL, 11xXL, 4x2XL). The ‘Street of Champions’ shirt…..ar an suíomh seo: https://keohaneathleticclub.com/product/urban-terrace/
‘RAIBH ‘FHIOS AGAT? It is generally accepted that the 1st illustrated coaching manual on ‘How to Play Gaelic Football’ was written by Dick Fitzgerald. He was born in Killarney around the time of the founding of the GAA and went to his heavenly reward in 1930. He penned his ‘masterpiece’ while still in the process of winning five All-Ireland football medals….1903, ’04, ’09, ’13, ’14. The 1916 fight for Irish freedom interrupted his playing career and ‘for his sins’ against The Empire, he spent time in Frongoch Prison Camp in ‘Little Britain’ (An Bhreatain Bheag/Wales).
He was also an excellent intercounty coach and referee. The book includes photographs of Dick demonstrating various skills of the great game! It was the only published book on Gaelic games until 1958. For more on Dick’s life why not borrow Fr Tom Looney’s book ‘Dick Fitzgerald: King in a Kingdom of Kings’ from the library! And, of course, we all know where his stadium is! (Another Kerryman wrote and published the next football coaching book…‘The Art and Science of Gaelic Football’…Dr Éamonn O’Sullivan).
PEIL FAOI 15: An enjoyable celebration of the efforts, dedication and successes of our Under 15 football team was held in the clubhouse on Friday night last! It was the occasion of the presentation of medals to boys who had worked so hard throughout the season. The Rock U15s received medals for the following successes: County League (Division 1), Kerry Féile (Division 1), Central Region (Division 1), Ceantair Thrá Lí/Naomh Breandán Cup Championship. Ceithre bhonn an duine….not a bad ‘catch’ on one outing!
Club Chairman, Shane Lynch, spoke eloquently and glowingly of a wonderful group of young club players who did themselves, their families and their club proud! Caoimhe from Jigsaw spoke very sincerely to the boys on life, on their teenage years and on how they should be willing to ask advice or seek help if and when necessary. The newly appointed Kerry Minor Manager for 2023, our own Wayne Quillinan, gave an inspiring talk on hard work on and off the field, on the constant practicing of their skills, on listening to their coaches and mentors, on good behaviour when wearing ‘the geansaí’ and on proudly representing their GAA club.
Our dedicated Juvenile Chairman, the long-serving Tim McMahon, presented the medals to all the players. What a really special Rockie night! An occasion to remember! Of course, a bird never flew on one wing and the management ‘team’ also deserves high praise! We salute the Austin Stack Club U15 coaching team: Morgan O’Connell, Ciarán Ó Conaill, Ronan Kavanagh, Theo Ó Duigín and Joe Walsh. Bheidís molta dá mbeimis inár dtost.
The 2022 U15 Black‘n’Amber heroes: Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Leon O’Connor, Ben Murphy, Ronan Carroll, Ryan O’Driscoll, Cormac Bastible, Jake Carmody, Rian Walsh, Bao Foley, Jack Ó Duigín, Seán Clifford, Paddy Lucid, Gabriel Maszorek, Max Maszorek, Liam Ó Conaill, Tomás Ó Conaill, Fionán Ó Riain, Alex Tuohy, Naode Derege, Rory Ó Loingsigh, Oliver Lata, Max Grzybowski, Brian Kavanagh, Tadhg Falvey, Jack Shanahan, Rory Kavanagh, Jake Carmody, Vinny Moriarty, Brendan Maunsell, Denis Griffin, Adam Johnston, Eoghan Murphy, Jay O’Connor, Jayden Moriarty.
SCÓR na nÓG: The Rock requires representatives in Scór na nÓg (Faoi 17)….solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a grúpa ceoil, a four-person table quiz team, dán/scéal/recitation, a figure dance, a set.
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) ‘Well done’ to the Mercy Mounthawk U19 footballers v ‘Sceilg’ (Coláiste na Sceilge) last week (7ú Nollaig). They had a fine 0-9 victory…2-15 to 0-12. They’re through to an chéad bhabhta eile, the quarter finals, and they’ve finished 2nd to Coláiste Bhréanainn in their group.
Their next important encounter will take place tar éis na Nollag. We wish them well in their preparations. Fir na Carraige ar an bpainéal: Mícheál Tansley, Jack Ó Murchú, Ben Ó Murchú, Daniel Ó Ciarba, Cillian Litchfield, Paidí Ó Laighin, Noah Townsend, Liam Ó Cearmada. (S.de Rís)
(ii) ‘Well done’ to the Tralee CBS boys who played their hearts out in their game v Clonakilty in the Munster Colleges Senior Football (Corn Uí Mhuirí – Faoi 19) competition. They took up the challenge knowing that a draw or a win would put them through to the next stage of the competition as table toppers and that a defeat would see them eliminated because of inferior score differences to the Cork side and to Coláiste Fhlannáin, Inis. This match took place on Monday last (12th). See final result on www.austinstacks.ie. Seo iad buachaillí na Carraige ar phainéal na Faiche: Colm de Brún (captaen), Éanna Ó Cathail, Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Rónán Ó Cearúill, Josh Ó Loingsigh, Damien Ó hÓgáin, Tomás Derege, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin agus Donnacha Mac an tSaoir.
(iii) Good luck to the Tralee CBS (Faoi 19) boys who were scheduled to face old rivals, Coláiste Bhréanainn, in the final of the Corn Dhún Lóich competition on Wednesday (14th). They had a good semi-final victory over St Michael’s, Listowel. Good wishes to Colm de Brún, Éanna Ó Cathail, Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Rónán Ó Cearúill, Josh Ó Loingsigh, Damien Ó hÓgáin, Tomás Derege, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin and Donnacha Mac an tSaoir in their preparations
(iv) Ár ngaiscígh and our Rac-Realtaí i nGaelcholáiste Chiarraí took a well-earned week of reprieve during the cold snap. They particularly enjoyed the coláiste’s Christmas Market ‘spectacular’ Dé hAoine. Muintir na hIdirbhliana produced a magical, masterfully coordinated afternoon with pancakes, hot chocolates and ball games go leor lenár ndaltaí díograiseacha a shásamh! A few particularly lucky daltaí made their way home with an advance Christmas present afforded them during the many tense raffle draws. Carúil na Nollag echoed timpeall an chlóis fad is gur músclaíodh spiorad an tséasúir san fhoireann teagaisc iontach is sna scoláirí. Christmas jumpers abounded as did a plethora of warm grins. Las aoi speisialta…Daidí na Nollag fhéin….na soilse as an uplifting climax to this exceptional ceremony….the season has well and truly been ushered in! Nollaig faoi shéan is faoi mhaise daoibh! (Dáithí Ó Loingsigh)
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who continually support and promote our club lotto: (i) Carmel O’Neill and others, (ii) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (iii) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (iv) PaudieCommane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (v) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (vi) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (vii) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (viii) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay,(ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB MERCHANDISE: (i) Our Club shop is open seacht lá na seachtaine. The latest official Austin Stack Club merchandise is only available to order on this link (free delivery on any orders over €50). Téigh gowww.oneills.com (ii) Keohane Athletic’s ‘Urban Terrace’….limited stock (2xM, 2xL, 11xXL, 4x2XL). Order now to ensure delivery in time for Christmas. The original ‘Street of Champions’ shirt…..seo é an suíomh: https://keohaneathleticclub.com/product/urban-terrace/
CRAOBH NA MUMHAN: Comhghairdeachas lenár gcomharsana i gClub Uí Chéirín-Uí Rathaille v Caisleán Nua Thiar (Luimneach) i gCraobhchluiche Sinsearach na Mumhan i Mala Dé Sathairn seo caite.
PEIL FAOI 15: What an enjoyable celebration was held in The Kerins-O’Rahilly Club premises on Friday night last!
It was the occasion of the presentation of medals and special awards to the boys of the Tralee District Under 15 football team, winners of the Divisional County Championship. The event was hosted by the Tralee Board under the leadership of Seán de Rís (cathaoirleach) and Seán Ó Slatara (rúnaí), both of whom spoke eloquently, glowingly and proudly of a wonderful group of young Tralee players who did themselves, their families and their clubs proud!
True champions indeed after a very exciting and very close game v Oileán Ciarraí! Everybody was in agreement that both teams were outstanding in what many thought was one of the best and most exciting finals played i bPáirc Aibhistín de Staic. Yes, it took two excellent panels…Castle Island and Tralee…to produce such an exhibition! Gaelic football at its purest!
Future Green‘n’Gold stars on view on both sides, gan aon agó! And now everybody is looking forward to seeing these lads playing at the same high standard in 2023! The John Mitchel, Kerins-O’Rahilly and Austin Stack Clubs can in truth be proud of these lads! The management trio also deserve high praise!
Bainisteoir Ed Lacey spoke highly of ‘his boys’…..each player was named and the ‘audience’ of parents, grandparents, siblings and aficionados of the pigskin, was given detailed accounts of the wonderful skills and exploits exhibited by the lads. We were told how they are maturing as players and, níos tábhachtaí fós, as young men who have shown what true dedication and commitment can produce. They are good examples for our town’s younger players!
John Brosnan also spoke inspiringly to these young men; he movingly told of his own U15 experience of winning a ‘county medal’ and of its importance to him! ‘Appreciate what you’ve achieved, boys! That medal will be something to savour in years to come,’ he told them. Our own Morgan O’Connell was also an important part the management ‘triumvirate.’ Sea, ocáid dár saol a bhí ann….a night to remember!
Awards were presented by Seán Ó Slatara on behalf of Bord Thrá Lí. Man-of-the-Match awards were presented to Cormac Bastible (v Ciarraí Thuaidh…1-14 to 1-13), Conor Dennihy (v Corca Dhuibhne…2-18 to 2-11), David Carroll (v Ceantar Neidín…6-15 to 3-9), Gearóid de Faoite (v Ciarraí Thoir (2-11 to 0-14), Ryan O’Driscoll (v Oileán Ciarraí…the fantastic final victory). Top Scorer: Ronan Carroll (2-24), Special Recognition: Olivier Lata. Player of the Tournament: Ronan Carroll. Vis unita fortior! Bordcheantar Thrá Lí Abú!
An painéal buacach: Ben Murphy (captaen), Ryan O’Driscoll (leaschaptaen), Olivier Lata, Bao Foley, Liam O’Connell, Fionnán Ryan, Ronan Carroll, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Cormac Bastible, Alex Tuohy, Max Maszorek, Rory Ó Loingsigh, Leon Sweeney, Rian Walsh, Cody O’Sullivan and Max Maszorek.(Naode Derege and Leon O’Connor were involved in earlier rounds).
SCÓR na nÓG: Who’ll represent The Rock in Scór na nÓg (Faoi 17)….solo singing, a five-person (boys or girls) ballad group, a grúpa ceoil, a four-person table quiz team, dán/scéal/recitation, a figure dance, a set?
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK PLAYERS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) Best wishes to the Mercy Mounthawk lads v Coláiste na Sceilge (‘Sceilg’) this Wednesday (7ú Nollaig). The Rock players on the panel: Mícheál Tansley, Jack Ó Murchú, Ben Ó Murchú, Daniel Ó Ciarba, Cillian Litchfield, Paidí Ó Laighin, Noah Townsend, Liam Ó Cearmada.
(ii) Good luck to the Tralee CBS boys in their next game in the Munster Colleges Senior Football (Corn Uí Mhuirí) competition (Faoi 19). This match is expected to take place on the 12th December (Monday). Seo iad buachaillí na Carraige ar an bpainéal: Colm de Brún (captaen), Éanna Ó Cathail, Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Rónán Ó Cearúill, Josh Ó Loingsigh, Damien Ó hÓgáin, Tomás Derege, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin agus Donnacha Mac an tSaoir.
(iii) ‘Well done’ to the Tralee CBS boys who defeated Coláiste Naomh Mícheál in the Kerry Colleges Senior Football semi-final (Corn Dhún Lóich – Faoi 19)….3-9 to 0-3. The Tralee boys will now face Coláiste Bréanainn in the final…..time/date/venue to be decided. Good luck to Colm de Brún, Éanna Ó Cathail, Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Rónán Ó Cearúill, Josh Ó Loingsigh, Damien Ó hÓgáin, Tomás Derege, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin agus Donnacha Mac an tSaoir.
(iv) Tralee CBS U16½ hurlers are still savouring their Munster Hurling ‘C’ final victory v Coláiste Naomh Aibhistín, Dún Gharbhán….1-21 to 1-15. Corn Dhara Uí Dhonnabháin is resting happily in The Green. Our own Liam Ó Conaill, Tomás Ó Conaill and Fionnán Ó Riain were among the nine Tralee players on the panel.
(v) Chloígh foireann shinsearach an Ghaelcholáiste muintir Thairbirt tráthnóna Dé Luain! Undoubtedly, this encounter will be recalled as a skilful classy affair. The Gaelcholáiste gaiscígh arrived at Páirc Uí hÉalaithe, Baile Riocaird, buoyed with confidence following their successful weekly training sessions.
The Rac-Realtaí amongst our painéal gritted their teeth as feadóg tosaigh an réiteora sounded. The early scores went their way and so too did a sublime well-worked Jack Ó Dúghaill strike midway through the first half. Buachaillí Thairbirt retaliated throughout, chipping away at the lead apace.
Ach sheas ár Laochra Gael an fód go fóill through 60 tense minutes and the winning score was secured with the final three pips of the ref’s whistle. This splendid win serves as an early Christmas present for ár ngaiscígh and another tasty encounter awaits…against Coláiste Rís, Inis, Dé Luain seo chughann. Fanaigí linn…this firecracker of a fixture will be documented in the next edition of these notes. Go n-éirí libh, a laochra! (Dáithí Ó Loingsigh)
(vi) The Mercy Mounthawk senior players with seven Rock players on board are preparing diligently for their next football encounter. Good wishes to Róise Ní Dhónaill (captaen), Gráinne Ní Riada, Máire de Mórdha, Lúsaí Ní Chonchúir, Holly Ní Bhriain, Gráinne Ní Luasaigh and Rachel Mulgrew.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who continually support and promote our club lotto: (i) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (ii) Carmel O’Neill and others, (iii) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (iv) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (v) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (vi) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (vii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (viii) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB MERCHANDISE: (i) Our Club shop is open seacht lá na seachtaine. The newest official Austin Stack Club merchandise is only available to order on this link (free delivery on any orders over €50). Téigh go www.oneills.com (ii) Keohane Athletic’s ‘Urban Terrace’….limited stock (2xM, 2xL, 11xXL, 4x2XL). Order now to ensure delivery in time for Christmas. The original ‘Street of Champions’…from this terrace of 20 houses, 21 All-Ireland senior football medals were won by Austin Stack Club players over 18 years, from 1924 to 1942. Seo é an suíomh: https://keohaneathleticclub.com/product/urban-terrace/
CRAOBH NA MUMHAN: Go n-éirí le ‘Gormaigh’ Bhóthar na Trá v Caisleán Nua Thiar (Luimneach) i gCraobhchluiche Sinsearach na Mumhan ar an Satharn beag seo.
PEIL FAOI 15: The members of the Tralee District Under 15 football team, winners of the Divisional County Championship, will receive their hard-won and well-deserved medals at 7.30pm this Friday, December 2nd, at the Kerins-O’Rahilly Club, Bóthar na Trá.
This outstanding group of footballers has players from the John Mitchels, Kerins-O’Rahillys and Austin Stacks Clubs.
They defeated North Kerry (1-14 to 1-13….a close encounter!), Corca Dhuibhne (2-18 to 2-11), Kenmare District (6-15 to 3-9….bua breá!), East Kerry (2-11 to 0-14…semi-final…cúil a bhuann cluichí!) and, in a really great final, Castleisland District.
(Following (thíos) is the report on that final as penned by Dáithí Ó Loingsigh…is fiú é a léamh in athuair).
Friday night’s celebration will be a very special occasion as it has been many years since the Tralee District last won this particular competition.
Vis unita fortior, united strength is stronger agus ní neart go cur le chéile! Ceantar Thrá Lí Abú!
PEIL FAOI 15 – CRAOBH AN CHONTAE: Austin Stack Club U15 players featured in key roles across the pitch in a stunning display of football on August 31st last in the Kerry U15 Divisional County Championship Final when Tralee District claimed a hard-won victory against their Castleisland opponents in the hallowed ground of Austin Stack Park.
A great game was expected and a memorable game it was! Though Castleisland started strongly and managed an early point Tralee gradually gained composure and momentum as the first half drew on.
Stack Club’s defenders Fionnán Ryan, Bao Foley and Liam O’Connell felt the heat in the later sections of that first half and into the second as the Castleisland attack strengthened.
The titanic Tralee crusaders could well have let the scoreline drift away once a gut-punch of a Castleisland goal burrowed its way into the net.
Their resolve and their sheer will to win, however, was the winning factor. These young heroes forged on, sending four points over the black spot in quick succession. It was á tête-à-tête from that moment on.
No score went unanswered and the scoreline remained stubbornly deadlocked. Excitement mounted, hearts throbbed, time ebbed!
Tralee aficionados were concerned about extra time until Ronan Carroll sent a gem of a last-minute free kick sailing into the Horan’s End. Kerry’s Seánie Ó Sé would have been proud of such a score!
This sealed victory for gaiscígh Thrá Lí agus na Carraige. This writer believes that there have been atomic bombs quieter than the roar of joy that came from the crowd.
This was a tie to savour…an incredible display of what we have to look forward to from our future county senior panels!
However, it has to be acknowledged that the Oileán Ciarraí boys also performed heroically agus nach raibh idir an dá fhoireann ach barr ribe (a hair’s breadth).
Sea, bhí an t-ádh dearg le leaideanna an bhaile mhóir ach fós féin bhí an bua tuillte acu! We acknowledge the incredible efforts of all involved….the players in playing and the coaches in training the panel….not least of all our own club members, Coach Morgan O’Connell and his Rock stars….Ben Murphy (captaen), Ryan O’Driscoll (leaschaptaen), Olivier Lata, Bao Foley, Liam O’Connell, Fionnán Ryan, Ronan Carroll, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Cormac Bastible, Alex Tuohy, Max Maszorek, Rory Ó Loingsigh, Leon Sweeney, Rian Walsh. (Naode Derege and Leon O’Connor were involved in earlier rounds).
SCÓR na nÓG: If any young Rock player or supporter would like to represent The Rock by singing in Scór na nÓg (Faoi 17)…now is his/her chance. Or like to be part of a five-person (boys or girls) group of singers who’d like to form a ballad group? Or be in a grúpa ceoil? Or one of four in a table quiz competition? Nó dán/scéal a reic? Nó a bheith páirteach i rince foirne nó seit?
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK REPS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) Best wishes to the Mercy Mounthawk lads who, after going down to The Sem in the Corn Uí Mhuirí (U19) competition, will face Coláiste na Sceilge (‘Sceilg’) ar an 7ú Nollaig (Wednesday), de réir an sceidil.
The Rock boys on the panel: Mícheál Tansley (báireoir), Jack Ó Murchú, Ben Ó Murchú, Daniel Ó Ciarba, Cillian Litchfield, Paidí Ó Laighin, Noah Townsend, Liam Ó Cearmada. (S.de Rís).
(ii) Good luck to the Tralee CBS boys in their next game in the Munster Colleges Senior Football (Corn Uí Mhuirí) competition (Faoi 19) v Clonakilty. This 3rd round match is expected to take place, de réir an sceidil, on the 12th December (Monday). Go n-éirí go geal leo ar fad, go mór mór buachaillí na Carraige…..Colm de Brún (captaen), Éanna Ó Cathail, Ryan Ó Drisceoil, Rónán Ó Cearúill, Josh Ó Loingsigh, Damien Ó hÓgáin, Tomás Derege, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin agus Donnacha Mac an tSaoir. (A.Mhic Lochlainn).
(iii) Tralee CBS U16½ hurlers played in the Munster Hurling ‘C’ final in Bántír last week (23ú) against a good Waterford hurling side, Coláiste Naomh Aibhistín, Dún Gharbhán. The Tralee boys won on a score of 1-21 to 1-15.
An outstanding victory! Corn Dhara Uí Dhonnabháin has taken pride of place in The Green. There were nine Tralee players on the panel and among them were our own Liam Ó Conaill, Tomás Ó Conaill and Fionnán Ó Riain! Well done, boys! (D.Mac Lochlainn). Hurling is alive in Kerry’s capital! Oh, if only camáns would swing again in Connolly Park!
(v) Having defeated Clonakilty by 0-8 the Mercy Mounthawk seniors will face their next encounter with great confidence. We wish them well. The Rock players on the Mounthawk panel: Róise Ní Dhónaill (captaen), Gráinne Ní Riada, Máire de Mórdha, Lúsaí Ní Chonchúir, Holly Ní Bhriain, Gráinne Ní Luasaigh and Rachel Mulgrew. Bainisteoirí: A.Ní Bhrosnacháin agus L.Ní Mhuircheartaigh.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who continually support and promote our club lotto: (i) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (ii) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (iii) Carmel O’Neill and others, (iv) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (v) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (vi) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (vii) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (viii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street,(ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
CLUB GOODS: (i) Our Club shop is open seacht lá na seachtaine. The newest official Austin Stack Club merchandise is only available to order on this link (free delivery on any orders over €50). Téigh go www.oneills.com (ii) Keohane Athletic’s ‘Urban Terrace’….limited stock (2xM, 2xL, 11xXL, 4x2XL). Order now to ensure delivery in time for Christmas. The original ‘Street of Champions’…from this terrace of 20 houses, 21 All-Ireland senior football medals were won by Austin Stack Club players over 18 years, from 1924 to 1942. Éacht agus mórghaisce! Seo é an suíomh: https://keohaneathleticclub.com/product/urban-terrace/
CRAOBH NA MUMHAN: Go n-éirí go geal le K-O’R (ár gcomharsana) v Caisleán Nua Thiar sa pheil shinsearach.
SCÓR na nÓG: Would any young Rock player or supporter like to represent The Rock by singing in Scór na nÓg (Faoi 17)….just one song? Or as part of a five-person (boys or girls) group of singers who’d like to try their luck as a ballad group….two songs? Or being in a grúpa ceoil? Or as one of four in a table quiz competition? Come on, Rock!
COLÁISTÍ….ROCK REPS IN COLLEGE GAMES: (i) Best wishes to the Mercy Mounthawk boys who, after a good victory over Coláiste Choilm, Baile an Chollaigh, in the Corn Uí Mhuirí (U19) competition will face Coláiste na Sceilge (‘Sceilg’) ar an 7ú Nollaig (Wednesday), de réir an sceidil. The Rock boys on the panel: Mícheál Tansley (báireoir), Jack Ó Murchú, Ben Ó Murchú, Daniel Ó Ciarba, Cillian Litchfield, Paidí Ó Laighin, Noah Townsend, Liam Ó Cearmada. (S.de Rís)
(ii) Good luck to the Tralee CBS boys in their next game in the Munster Colleges Senior Football competition (Faoi 19). They’ve had a good win against a very challenging Pobalscoil Shliabh Luachra (An Ráth Mhór) team. Their next encounter is expected to take place in the next few weeks. A lán traenála le déanamh idir an dá linn! The Austin Stack Club players involved: Colm de Brún (captaen), Éanna Ó Cathail, Ryan Ó Drisceoil and substitute Rónán Ó Cearúill. Also on the panel: Josh Ó Loingsigh, Damien Ó hÓgáin, Tomás Derege, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin agus Donnacha Mac an tSaoir. (A.Mhic Lochlainn)
(iii) Neidín proved impressive opponents against ár ngaiscígh Dé Luain (14ú) i Lios Treighe. The Gaelcholáiste’s foireann Faoi 16½ were kitted and booted on an agreeably wintry morning and this grit to leave the toasty classrooms for a fresh breezy morning outside was indication of their unquenchable will as they headed into a tough tie. They battled hard as the first score went their way.
While each of the The Rock stars, Messrs Marc agus Rory Ó Loinsigh agus Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, shone brightly and although the teams remained at stalemate at half-time, muintir Neidín outpaced ár laochra Gael fhéin towards the middle of the second half. Unfortunately, despite contesting the match until the last minute, ní raibh rith an ráis lenár mbuachaillí.
After the final whistle they shook hands with worthy Kenmare opponents en route, no doubt, to continue a quality run of form. As for buachaillí an choláiste Ghaelaigh…..they have sprung back from their marginal loss i rith na seachtaine scoile and are more than ready to hit the ground running as their next ties approach. I bhfad uainn an t-olc agus lá eile ag an bPaorach! (D.Ó Loinsigh)
(iv) ‘Well done’ to Mercy Mounthawk on their recent excellent victory over Meánscoil an Chroí Ró-Naofa, Clonakilty. Mercy Mounthawk: 3-9; Clonakilty: 1-7. The Rock players who were part of the win: Róise Ní Dhónaill (captaen), Grace Reidy, Mary Moore, Lucy O’Connor, Holly O’Brien, Grace Ní Luasaigh and Rachel Mulgrew. Bainisteoirí: Amanda Ní Bhrosnacháin agus Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh. (R.Mulgrew)
FAOI 15: Seaimpíní Faoi 15 Bhordcheantair Thrá Lí agus Naomh Breandán 2022: Olibhéar Lata; Aodhán Ó hArgáin, Bao Ó Foghlú, Tomás Ó Conaill; Liam Ó Conaill, Alex Ób Tuathaigh, Leon Ó Conchúir; Ben Ó Murchú, Rónán Ó Cearúil (captaen); Naode Derege, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Cormac de Bastábla; Ruairí Ó Loinsigh, Ryan O’Drisceoil, Jake Cearmada; Adam Mac Seáin, Brian Caomhánach, Jack Ó Duigín, Jayden Ó Muircheartaigh, Jack Ó Seanacháin. bhuadar ar Bhaile Mhic Eileagóid sa chraobhchluiche. Mórbhuíochas le Suits Select.
MASS FOR DECEASED MEMBERS: Thanks to all who attended last week’s Mass, in the Church of Our Lady and St. Brendan, for the souls of deceased members of the Austin Stack Club. Requiescant in pace.
ANNUAL CHURCH GATE COLLECTION: Thanks to all who supported our annual church gate collection or who otherwise gave a donation to the club. Mórbhuíochas, leis, do na laochra a sheas ag geataí séipéal an deireadh seachtaine seo caite. All support is greatly appreciated.
LAST MAN STANDING: World Cup Fun….contact a club committee member or try clubforce.com….all support greatly appreciated. Who’ll be the last person standing?
HELP! Who’d like to become involved and help out in the Austin Stack Club? To enquire on this matter, please contact Éamonn on 087 9677034 immediately and have a chat re joining The Rock organisation. Have you a particular interest….managing, coaching, helping, administrating, physical development of players, improving skills, etc, etc, youth or adult sections of The Rock?
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who continually support and promote our club lotto: (i) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (ii) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (iii) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (iv) Carmel O’Neill and others, (v) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (vi) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (vii) PaudieCommane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (viii) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (ix)www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
AN CLUBSHIOPA: The official Austin Stack Club merchandise may be ordered throughwww.oneills.com. Tacaímis lenár gclub féinig féin!
UNDER 15 ROCK STARS: The Tralee/St Brendan District Under 15 Championship champions who defeated Ballymacelligott….3-7 to 1-7…..in the final: Olivier Lata; Aodhán Horgan, Bao Foley, Tomás O’Connell; Liam O’Connell, Alex Touhy, Leon O’Connor; Ben Murphy, Ronan Carroll (captain); Naode Derege, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh, Cormac Bastible; Rory Ó Loinsigh, Ryan O’Driscoll, Jake Carmody; Adam Johnston, Brian Kavanagh, Jack Diggin, Jayden Moriarty, Jack Shanahan. The competition was sponsored by Suits Select. Up The Rock!
COLÁISTÍ: (i) Congratulations to the Mercy Mounthawk senior boys who had a fine victory over Coláiste Choilm, Baile an Chollaigh, in the Corn Uí Mhuirí (U19) competition in Banteer last week. Tralee led at the break…0-13 to 0-5…the Cork boys rallied but in the final quarter Mounthawk pushed on and scored 3-3 to the opposition’s 0-3. Scór deiridh…Mercy Mounthawk: 3-18; Coláiste Choilm: 0-12.
The Rockmen on the Mounthawk panel: Mícheál Tansley (báireoir), Jack Ó Murchú (3), Ben Ó Murchú (5), Daniel Ó Ciarba (7), Cillian Litchfield (9)(0-1), Paidí Ó Laighin (15)(1-7; 1 free, 1 mark), Noah Townsend (a d’imir), Liam Ó Cearmada. We wish them well v Coláiste na Sceilge (Sceilg) ar an 7ú Nollaig (Wednesday) de réir an sceidil. (Seán de Rís)
(ii) In the Munster Colleges Senior Football competition (Faoi 19), the Tralee CBS boys, followed up their 1st round win with a good victory against a strong Pobalscoil na Rátha Móire (Sliabh Luachra) team. Tralee led…1-8 to 0-5…at half-time and just held on at the end to take the spoils. Scór deiridh: The Green: 2-13; An Ráth Mhór: 2-11. That success ensures that The Green will go through to the knockout stages of the competition after Christmas. Austin Stack Club players who contributed to the win: Colm de Brún (captaen), Éanna Ó Cathail, Ryan Ó Drisceoil and substitute Rónán Ó Cearúill. Also on the panel: Josh Ó Loingsigh, Damien Ó hÓgáin, Tomás Derege, Seán Ó Muimhneacháin agus Donnacha Mac an tSaoir. (Adrienne Mhic Lochlainn)
(iii) Foireann pheile shinsearach an Ghaelcholáiste faced off against Neidín i mbuaicphointe an tséasúir go dtí seo.
The school bus, containing the courageous cohort dár laochra Gael fhéin, hit the road go gCill Airne go luath Wednesday morning. The Dr Croke Club pitch was found to be in fine condition as the warm-ups commenced.
Rac Réaltaí Cian Ó Duilleáin, Marc Ó Loinsigh, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh agus Luke Ó Cathasaigh awaited the ref’s whistle attentively as they understood a tough contest would be in store. Sure enough Neidín took an early lead with the initial score.
Not long after this, fortunately, the Gaelcholáiste responded with a rousing goal from an tUasal Cian Ó Duilleáin (d’imir a athair críonna, Pat ‘Mullins’ Curtin, leis an gCarraig blianta fada ó shin) that gave muintir an Ghaelcholáiste the edge.
That decisive goal spurred his teammates into action and soon scores were being lofted over the bar in quick succession. Lucht an Neidín never permitted the match to become a write-off and continued to chip away at the lead in the second half. Yet it was ár ngaiscígh féin who held their form until the final whistle sounded.
Sár-thaispeántas gan aon agó a bhí ann and pobal na scoile are delighted that the foireann chaide shinsearach have returned to their winning ways so soon after the briseadh lár téarma.
Tá súil againn that this form can be maintained over the coming weeks….we’ll have full coverage of all further senior and U16½ fixtures in these Nótaí gan amhras! (Dáithí Ó Loinsigh)
MASS FOR DECEASED MEMBERS: Mass will be offered for the souls of deceased members of the Austin Stack Club in the Church of Our Lady and St. Brendan at 6.30pm on Saturday next, 19th November. Requiescant in pace.
SCÓR na nÓG: Any takers for Scór na nÓg (Faoi 17)?
SCÓR na SINSEAR: ‘Well done’ to all the Kerry performers in the All-Ireland finals of Senior Scór on Saturday last (12ú Samhain) i gCaisleán an Bharraigh, Co. Mhaigh Eo. (i) Our neighbours from the Pearse Brothers Club, Churchill, were unlucky in the tráth na gceist competition. (ii) Bhí bua iontach ag Marcas Ó Laoire, Gníomh go Leith, sa chomórtas amhránaíochta; he sang ‘The Hill around Listowel.’ (iii) Comhghairdeachas, leis, le Gníomh go Leith a bhuaigh comórtas an rince seit.
ANNUAL CHURCH GATE COLLECTION: Our annual church gate collection will take place next weekend….on Saturday (19th) and on Sunday (20th). Please support at a church gate or give a donation to a club officer….all support greatly appreciated.
LAST MAN STANDING: World Cup Fun….contact a club committee member or try clubforce.com….all support greatly appreciated. Who’ll be the last man/woman standing?
LIKE TO HELP IN THE CLUB? Who’d like to become involved and help out in the Austin Stack Club? Contact Éamonn on 087 9677034 immediately, if so. Have a chat re joining The Rock family. Have you a particular interest….manager, coach, helper, administrator, physical development, skills, jerseys, etc, etc? Age group…youth or adult sections? All replies will be assessed, people will be contacted as appropriate and may be recommended to relevant AGMs.
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and promote our club lotto: (i) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (ii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (iii) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (iv) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (v) Carmel O’Neill and others, (vi) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (vii) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (viii) PaudieCommane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or onhttps://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
AN CLUBSHIOPA: The official Austin Stack Club merchandise may be ordered on this link:www.oneills.com. Free delivery on any orders over €50.
FAOI 7 go FAOI 13: These groups, as well as our All-Stars, are on shutdown! We’ll resume business in 2023. Meanwhile all are requested to do some training and ball work on their own or with friends. Avail of dry days to get outdoors and kick leather or even plastic or swing an ash camán. One could work on penalty taking or the jab pickup, the solo or the side-step!
JOIN THE CLUB! Who’d like to get involved in the Austin Stack Club? Our coaching committee is asking people interested in getting involved in 2023 to contact Éamonn on 087 9677034 by Friday 11thNovember. Let him know your thoughts re joining the Black’n’Amber Brigade. Have you a particular interest….manager, coach, helper, administrator, physical development, skills, jerseys, etc, etc? Age group…youth or adult sections? All replies will be assessed, people will be contacted as appropriate and may be recommended to relevant AGMs.
JOHN LYNCH TOURNAMENT: Saturday 29th last saw the 6th renewal of the John Lynch Memorial U10 Tournament. Now a staple fixture in the calendars of clubs throughout the land, the 2022 renewal was again a fantastic event and saw 494 young players leaving Connolly Park with wide smiles on their faces….iad chomh sásta le Diúic! Two teams each from Naas, Kilmacud, St Judes, Glanmire, St Finbarrs, Port Laoise, Oranmore, Legion, Listowel, Na Mistéalaigh, Na Gaeil, An Ghaeltacht, Milltown, Laune Rangers and Kilcummin joined the young Rockies for a great day’s action with simultaneous games across 16 pitches in Caherslee and in Connolly Park.
The spirit of friendship and enjoyment was typified by all the players and their large entourages being piped from Caherslee and, on arrival, being met and cheered by a huge guard of honour that was provided by all the other teams that played their group matches in Connolly Park. Our own Rockies were to the fore from the very off and reached the Cup Final, coming up against the might of Kilmacud.
After two titanic games the pendulum swung very barely towards the Dubs but that mattered little as our own warriors had shown that this team will be on Rockie lips for many years to come. Enjoyment and smiles on young faces has always been the motto of the event and this was again achieved in spades with the help of a huge crew of volunteers, referees, stewards and committee members.
Right from the first of 32 goalposts being put in place on Thursday by John and Noel to the final sausage being sent out by Harry, Annette, Bróna, Nóra, Catherine and crew, via the cajoling ref calls from Denis S and the last instruction from Mike C in Caherslee, to the final goalpost return delivery by Liam G to Na Gaeil and Mitchels, everyone did The Rock proud. We are looking forward to 2023 already! (Liam Ó Loingsigh)
FINAL FAOI 15: The Tralee/St Brendan District Under 15 Championship final, sponsored by Suits Select, took place on Sunday morning last. The boys of Ballymacelligott, our close rivals who had defeated Na Mistéalaigh, were our opponents. The game was played in the new pitch in Ardfert (behind the Community Centre). Conditions were difficult for both teams with a strong wind dictating teams’ tactics.
Our boys played into the wind in the first half and showed great teamwork and athleticism on numerous occasions as they worked the ball into scoring positions. Our midfield and defence did Trojan work to keep several strong Ballymac attacks at bay. We led…2-3 to 0-4…at half time.
With the aid of the breeze in the second half we managed to stretch our lead further with a well-worked goal from the always dangerous Ryan O’Driscoll. Ballymac never gave up the fight and our goalie and defence worked really hard to repel several dangerous attacks. We ran out worthy winners on a final score of 3-7 to 1-7.
Really well done, boys! Thanks to our generous competition sponsors Suits Select and to the Boards of Tralee Town and St Brendan’s District for organising the championship and providing the pitch. Thanks to réiteoir, Billy Lacey, for a job well done and to our worthy opponents, Ballymac, for a good sporting contest. Maith sibh, a bhuachaillí, a bhainisteoirí agus a lucht leanúna. Up The Rock!
COLÁISTÍ: (i) This is a big important week of Corn Uí Mhuirí (U19) football. On Wednesday (9úSamhain) Mercy Mounthawk get their campaign (belatedly) underway in Rathmore at 1.30pm.
They face Coláiste Choilm, Baile an Chollaigh. This is Mounthawk’s first big challenge in the competition following the postponement of their game v Coláiste na Sceilge; that match will be played ar an 7úNollaig (Wednesday). Killarney’s Coláiste Bhréanainn will play ‘Sceilg’ (Coláiste na Sceilge) in the other game in the group. The Rockmen of Mounthawk: Mícheál Tansley (báireoir), Jack Ó Murchú (3), Daniel Ó Ciarba (6), Ben Ó Murchú (7), Cillian Litchfield (14), Paidí Ó Laighin (15), Liam Ó Cearmada (16), Noah Townsend (17).
(ii) Also, in the Munster Colleges Senior Football competition (Faoi 19), The Green boys, are up against a strong Pobalscoil na Rátha Móire team on Thursday (10ú Samhain) at 1.30pm in Currans. This Tralee team has already pipped Coláiste Fhlannáin, Inis, by 0-2. In that game flying wing back Colm de Brún accounted for 1-2 of the team’s 1-9 tally….a captain leading by example! Victory v buachaillí na Rátha Móire will ensure that The Green will go through to knockout football after Christmas. St Flannans play the Clonakilty boys who easily accounted for Rathmore in Round 1. Rock players on The Green team: Colm de Brún (7), Éanna Ó Cathail (10), Rónán Ó Cearúill (12), Josh Ó Loingsigh (21) agus Ryan Ó Drisceoil (28).
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and promote our club lotto: (i) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (ii) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (iii) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (iv) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (v) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (vi) Carmel O’Neill and others, (vii) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (viii) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
AN SIOPA: The official Austin Stack Club merchandise may be ordered on this link: www.oneills.com.(Free delivery on any orders over €50).
SCÓR na SINSEAR: Best wishes to the Kerry performers in the All-Ireland finals of Scór on Saturday next (12ú Samhain) i gCaisleán an Bharraigh, Co. Mhaigh Eo: (i) tráth na gceist: Pearse Brothers Club, Churchill….our neighbours; (ii) amhránaíocht: Marcas Ó Laoire, Gníomh go Leith; (iii) rince seit: Gníomh go Leith. An Ríocht Abú!
THE ROCK ALL-STARS: Our All Stars came together on Sunday last for our end-of-year party in the clubhouse. We had a great turnout and Bernie Mannix was chief organiser. It was a great way for our stars to end the season! This special social occasion was enjoyed by all and, ní nach ionadh, especially by the players. ‘Well done’ to everybody for the season’s hard work and dedication. Maith sibh! We look forward to the 2023 season!
PEIL FAOI 7: The U7 boys are taking a winter break from their ‘official’ football duties as are their dedicated trainers/motivators/coaches/bainisteoirí….Tom Tansley, William Kirby, Richard Long, Éamonn Scanlon, Seán Moynihan, St John Hegarty, Michael Tansley and Amy Lucid. Well done, all, on a great season’s work. Go raibh maith agaibh…you are the mainstays of The Rock Club.
PEIL FAOI 9: Another excellent group whose members are on their ‘sabbatical’ until the commencement of the ’23 season are the U9 footballers and their hardworking and pleasant management crew….Michael Lynch, Tim McMahon, TJ Hogan, Kevin Counihan, Finbar Canty and Colin Teahan. Bheidís molta dá mbeimis inár dtost. These are among the people who keep the club ticking over. Is sibhse an chosmhuintir…the foot soldiers of The Rock…and the GAA!
JOHN LYNCH TOURNAMENT: A very successful John Lynch Tournament took place in our club last Saturday. Up to 500 Under 10 footballers from sixteen clubs took part. The weather wasn’t thar mholadh beirte but the occasion, in memory of a dedicated Rockman, was special! Exciting football was played by our U10 lads! We saw good pick-ups, lovely scoring, mighty saves, good defending, a good few brilliant block-downs, some high catching and very good passing! A great Saturday for everybody…players, parents, mentors, visitors and organisers. Well done, all. Beidh cuntas againn an tseachtain seo chugainn.
PEIL FAOI 11: The U11s are also on their ‘sos’ have been ably coached and directed by Colm Mangan, Wayne Quillinan, Ger Teahan, Micko Horan, Pat Carmody, Keith McKenzie and Kenneth Cronin. The players under their care will have lifelong happy memories of their Rock experiences. Maith sibh, a chóitseálaithe! P.S…best wishes to the new Kerry minor football bainisteoir, our Wayne Quillinan!
PEIL FAOI 13: Another enjoyable and successful U13 season, orchestrated and directed by Martin Courtney, Ger Hobbert, Dan Ahern, Eoghan Galvin, David Scanlon, Kieran O’Flaherty, Pa Laide and Jack Morgan, has come to an end. Thanks to a very enthusiastic panel and to their dedicated-to-the-cause leaders. A brilliant season! Outstanding football was played, both at home and away, and our boys are much better players now as the door closes on their ’22 season. We look forward to the ’23 Gaelic season!
PEIL FAOI 15: We look forward to our final game v the Ballymac Club or the John Mitchel Club. This U15 football championship is organised by the Tralee and St Brendan GAA Boards. Urraithe an chomórtais: Suits Select.
COLÁISTÍ: (i) The Tralee CBS boys, in their 2nd game of the Munster Colleges Senior Football competition, will face a strong Pobalscoil na Rátha Móire team. Dáta sceidealaithe: 9ú Samhain (Wednesday). This Tralee team has already pipped Coláiste Fhlannáin, Inis, by 0-2…1-9 to 0-10. Rock players on The Green team: Colm de Brún (7)(an captaen), Éanna Ó Cathail (10), Rónán Ó Cearúill (12), Josh Ó Loingsigh (21) agus Ryan Ó Drisceoil (28). Good luck, lads!
(ii) Cluiche spleodrach gan aon agó a bhí ag an nGaelcholáiste sa Tóchar ar an Aoine seo caite! As the midterm approached the U16½ Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí ‘Rac-réaltaí’ made the early morning trip to Causeway for a spectacular display of footballing prowess!
The lively first half yielded positive results for the gaelcholáiste’s heroes, as ‘Carraigínigh’, Gavin Ó Cathasaigh and Marc Ó Loingsigh (captaen), had their names pencilled into the ref’s notepad with a swathe of well-timed scores.
The Causeway forwards responded rapidly by sending a few pointí of their own over the black spot. With the Tóchar forwards in flying form, the GCC boys understood that this contest would live up to their expectations of a tug-of-war.
Momentum and resolve, in the second half, saw the day out for Laochra Gael an Ghaelcholáiste as cosantóirí Dáithí Ó Smolláin, Ruadhán Ó Clúmháin agus cúl báire (báireoir) Iarla Ó hAiniféin ensured that a clean sheet came home to Tobar Mhaigh Dor. A bhuí le proper preparation and planning afforded them by a postponement from last week, the GCC gaiscígh completed their pre-midterm series of fixtures with a rousing win sa Tóchar!
Ní theastaíonn ón iriseoir seo beag is fiú a dhéanamh de thaispeántas Causeway Comprehensive, áfach; it was clear that the local forwards kept buachaillí Thrá Lí under consistent pressure throughout.
Maith sibh, a mhuintir an Choláiste Ghaelaigh and déanaigí cinnte de to take a well-earned and productive rest over the holidays to hit the ground running with more spectacular performances like these i Mí na Samhna!(Daithí Ó Loinsigh)
(iii) Sympathies to our boys on the Mercy Mounthawk panel who were unlucky v Coláiste Bhréanainn in the Corn Uí Shúilleabháin competition: Michael Tansley (báireoir), Jack Murphy (3), Daniel Kirby (6), Ben Murphy (7), Cillian Litchfield (14), Paddy Lane (15), Liam Ó Cearmada (16), Noah Townsend (17). Good wishes to them in their Corn Uí Mhuirí campaign. Gach ádh orthu v Coláiste Choilm (Baile an Chollaigh) ar an 9ú Samhain (de réir an sceidil!).
CLUB LOTTO: Thanks to all who support and promote our club lotto: (i) Barrys’ Supermarket, Upper Rock Street, (ii) Paudie Commane’s Bookshop, Rock Street, (iii) The Burger Shack, Monavalley, (iv) O’Flynn Interiors (Malachy Nagle), Lower Rock Street, (v) Kirbys’ Brogue Inn, Lower Rock Street, (vi) Husseys’ Deli, Prince’s Quay, (vii) Carmel O’Neill and others, (viii) Maguires’ Butcher Shop, Caherslee, (ix) www.austinstacks.ie (x) and/or on https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=X529#Anchor
SCÓR na SINSEAR: Best wishes to the Kerry performers in the All-Ireland finals of Scór i gCaisleán an Bharraigh, Co. Mhaigh Eo, on Saturday week (November 12th): (i) amhránaíocht: Marcas Ó Laoire, Gníomh go Leith; (ii) rince seit: Gníomh go Leith; (iii) tráth na gceist: Pearse Brothers Club, Churchill.
AN SIOPA: The official Austin Stack Club merchandise may be ordered on this link: www.oneills.com.(Free delivery on any orders over €50).
R.I.P. Our sympathies to the family of the late Pádraig Harnett to whom our Juvenile Notes (for Tralee Advertiser) were sent each week (over several years) up to last week. Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas síoraí dá anam fíor-uasal.