WHERE HAVE ALL
THE YOUNG PEOPLE GONE?
THE economic downturn is causing big problems for this country, but for the benefit of this week’s On The Ball we’ll confine it to the implications for sporting clubs. The problems arising for sporting bodies here in Kerry, and that includes the hinterland of Killarney, manifests itself very starkly. Read on, as genius Con wrote so often.
Clubs in all sports codes are being hit by emigration. Just look how sporting teams - and this is most obvious in GAA teams - are mushrooming abroad, not just in the traditional destinations for Irish emigrants such as the USA, England, Australia, New Zealand and Europe. New centres are producing sports teams with native Irish men and women to the fore. Look at Dubai.
This dilemma came to my notice in 2006, but even more forcibly in 2009 while reading the census of students in the Irish primary and post-primary schools provided by the Central Statistics Office. Apply that to sport and the implications are clear. While doing research three years ago relevant to an article I wrote for On the Ball, I sought hard facts relating to GAA, soccer, and rugby. Soccer and rugby organisations were unable to furnish any data, but the GAA was in the middle of its fact-finding mission.
McCrohan report 2011
Without the necessary research, rugby and soccer authorities at national and local level have still no accurate picture of the drain of players to emigration, only vague anecdotal scanty evidence of players they have lost and continue to lose. The Kerry GAA Football Review sub-committee has published its research and it makes for stark reading, especially for the rural clubs in the county.
Joe McCrohan chairs that low-profile group. He is a development officer with South Kerry Partnership and is also chairman of Renard GAA. He is really at the coalface. The report of McCrohan (2011) reveals that Kerry has a total of 75 GAA clubs and 65 of these are rural clubs - which means 86.66% of the clubs are rural. Rural clubs traditionally have been very prominent in Kerry’s successes. Some 175 Kerry footballers from rural clubs have won senior All Ireland medals.
Sharp decline
In a recent publication The Rural Challenge; Empowering Rural Communities to Achieve Growth & Sustainability a joint publication by The Irish Rural Dwellers Association, The Irish Farmers Association and the GAA - the trends for Kerry footballers up to age 18 shows a sharp decline.
In 1998, 69% of Kerry GAA clubs fielded 15-a-side teams in the county minor football leagues. By 2008 this had fallen to 44%. In 2011 it fell further to 37%. Stats are not collated for 2012, but anecdotal evidence suggests to me that falling trend will continue. Look at all the clubs who have had to join up to field a team in the current minor county leagues. The number of amalgamations of two and three clubs is frightening and a real challenge for the new Kerry GAA chairman, Killarney’s own Patrick O’Sullivan. Worst of all is South Kerry. I understand that Sneem had to join up with four other South Kerry clubs to field a minor team this year.
Iveragh is being denuded of its youth. Look at Coláiste na Sceilge. Not too long ago they were All Ireland Hogan Cup winners. I cannot see them even getting to the latter stages of the Munster colleges in the years ahead. Kenmare is another blackspot.
The trend will continue. McCrohan found in 2011 that 23 of the 76 clubs in the county have less than an average of eight boys per class in their local primary school. Six of these are in the South Kerry area alone and it is predicted that all 23 clubs will have to amalgamate with other clubs to field underage teams into the future.
Clubs winning too much at juvenile level
Urban clubs, through no fault of their own, are winning most of the under-age silverware. Look no further than Killarney. Dr Crokes, Legion, and Spa have very big numbers in juvenile ranks. I feel Dr Crokes, in particular are winning too much, to the detriment of other clubs starved of success. No blame to Crokes for winning, but what a win would do for rural clubs.
This came home to me forcibly last week when the bravest of efforts by Gneeveguilla to win the County Under 14 football title was thwarted by Crokes in the final minutes of the game. Gneeveguilla needed to win; Crokes have won more than their share and with their highly developed under-age structures they will most likely continue to win at underage level.
Sports lovers should be indebted to people such as McCrohan, author of his invaluable 2011 report, John Kelly from Spa that magnificent life-long community builder, epitomised in his rowing and GAA connections. Also, Jerome Conway, who is well tuned in to the urban/rural divide, Mickey Ned O’Sullivan from Kenmare and others have also done so much to quantify the extent of the problem and seek the support of local representatives to try and address the plight.
John Kelly
I spoke at length with John Kelly on the issue highlighted here. The school, the church, and the playing field of any sport, and not just the GAA pitches, are at the heart of community life. It will tear communities apart, if they are allowed to die. Pride in place and love of the parish must be fought for in this era of flight to the urban area, he said.
The best game this year to date.
I saw the best football game so far this year last week. In the U-14 Final between Gneeveguilla and Dr Crokes, mentioned above, I witnessed two magnificently prepared equally-matched teams. This was football at its purest and best. Young boys just responding to the alluring call of the leather ball (thank you, Kilcummin, for the inspiration). I had hoped for a draw, to see more of the same vintage football that will rarely emerge in senior games.
Sean Moynihan
Best of luck to Sean Moynihan new Kerry Junior football boss. When he searches for players in the junior clubs, mostly rural, he will meet the plight highlighted in the above article.
Donie Buckley
I am very disappointed to see him go as Kerry coach. His expertise garnered abroad is lost to Kerry.
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Glenflesk
SENIOR CO LEAGUE - Division 2: Glenflesk Senior team, round 3 game against Tarbert was postponed due to bereavement. The Round 4 game is at home against Kenmare and it is fixed for Saturday the 19th May 2012, at 7pm.
SENIOR SCOR ALL IRELAND WINNERS: Thanks to all who attended at The Corner Bar, Barraduff on Sunday the 6th May when a presentation was made by the Club to the members of the Glenflesk All Ireland Senior Scór Set Dance Champions. It was a fantastic night.
EK JUNIOR LEAGUE - Division 1: Glenflesk Junior team, were at home to Dr Crokes on Tuesday 8th May 2012 at 7.30pm in Round 6 of this EK League and had a very good team performance. The teams finished level with a final score of Glenflesk 2-8; Dr Crokes 1-11. Danny Lucey and Dara Roche scored the goals for the home side. Glenflesk have qualified for the EK League Semi Final which is fixed for Tuesday the 15th May 2012 at 7pm in Legion. This report will be gone to press before the game and we will have the outcome in next weeks notes.
CO. JUNIOR LEAGUE -Group 2 : Glenflesk Junior team opened the Co League campaign away against Gneeveguilla on Sunday afternoon at 1.30pm. Glenflesk had an overall good team performance but the home team proved the stronger on the day. Next game is listed against An Ghaeltacht on Friday the 18th May 2012 at 7.30pm in Glenflesk.
FINAL OF UNDER16 EAST KERRY LEAGUE - Division 3: Glenflesk under 16 team, played Fossa in the East Region League Final, Division 3. Fossa got off to a dream start, with two goals five minutes, by Paudie Clifford, and his brother David Clifford and ran out winners.
UNDER 12 CO. LEAGUE GO GAMES - Division 3: Glenflesk under 12 teams, were away to Milltown/Castlemaine in the fourth round of the Co League Go Games, on Sunday, the 6th May 2012. Glenflesk moved the ball faster in second half and got some quality scores, to run out comfortable winners on the night.
Our Second team played Milltown second team: Our second team continue to make great progress. Well done boys and keep it up.
EAST KERRY FOOTBALL SKILLS CONGRATULATIONS: Well done to Barraduff NS boys Gearóid O’Leary Brian Friel and Jamie O’Shea who won their section of East Kerry football skills competition and will represent the school in Co final.
UNDER 12 GIRLS COMMUNITY GAMES: Last Monday 7th May 2012, our girls travelled to Rathmore. They were drawn in a group of 4 with Fossa, Ballyduff and Beaufort. In the first game we met Ballyduff, who came out the stronger. Then we took on Fossa and had a great win. In our third game we met Beaufort who beat us. The Beaufort team went on and were the winners on the day. It was a great team effort from all our girls who were very young.
UNDER 12 GIRLS COUNTY LEAGUE : Glenflesk Under 12s played Kenmare at home in the 5th game of the County League. In a tight contest we came out on top with a score of Glenflesk 1-6 Kenmare 1-4.
GLENFLESK COMMUNITY GAMES : Glenflesk Community Games will hold their annual area athletics finals on Sunday 20th May at 12 noon in the local community pitch. Lots of events including tiny tots and novelty events for children aged U8 to U16. Cut off date for age limit is 31st July ‘12. All are welcome.
GET WELL BEST WISHES: All in Glenflesk wish Joan Moynihan the very best for a speedy recovery from injury.
GLENFLESK GAA LOTTO: Glenflesk GAA Club Lotto draw was held on Sunday the 13th May 2012, in Spillanes. Jackpot: €4,600. Numbers drawn: 5, 9, 12, 14. No Winner. Next Club Lotto Draw to be held on 27th May 2012, in The Corner House, Barraduff. Jackpot: €4,800. Tickets available: on request, in local shops and bars. If you have difficulties purchasing a ticket contact Jimmy O’Shea at 085 174 1219 or Denis O’Donoghue at 087 2257915.
GLENFLESK EIGHT WEEK RUNNING COURSE: Starting at the walking/running track on Tuesday the 15th May 2012, at 6.30pm.The course is free to all Glenflesk GAA club members.
CONTACT: We welcome items of local interest. Contact Áine Ni Shúilleabháin at 087 2920426; email pro.glenflesk.kerry@gaa.ie deadline 10pm Sunday night.
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Mid Kerry
Junior league
Results from 2 back games played on Tuesday 8th Glenbeigh/Glencar travelled to Beaufort and came home happy with 3-9 to Beaufort 0-7 and Keel overcame Cromane 1-11 to 1-09 5th and final round would have been played on the 15th with the final going ahead on Tuesday 22nd.
Goal Keeping: 2nd workshop for all goalkeepers who play U14, U16 & minor levels will be held on sat 19th at 11am in Cloon Pitch.
Mid Kerry U14s are away to Kenmare district tonight 16th at 7pm game will be played in Templenoe.
Mid Kerry U10 blitz goes ahead in Keel on Monday 21st at 6.30pm.
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Kilcummin
JUVENILE GAA
Under 8: Kilcummin continue to host Fossa and Listry in an East Kerry Under 8 blitz on Monday 21st May.
GAA COUNTY JUNIOR LEAGUE
Kilcummin defeated Legion in Rd. 1 played in Direen on Friday evening 1-13 to 1-7. They will play Austin Stacks in Rd. 2 on this Friday evening 18th May at 7.30pm in Kilcummin.
COUNTY SENIOR LEAGUE
Kilcummin play An Gaeltacht on next Saturday evening 19th May at 7pm in Kilcummin.
GAA CLUB 5 YEAR PLAN
The discussions have been documented and the plan will be launched in the Klub on Friday night 25th May at 9.30pm. We would hope that all those who made a contribution to the plan would attend on the night.
DEVELOPMENT DRAW
We again remind all concerned that our very important fundraising draw will be held on Saturday 30th June and we urge all of our supporters to be active with ticket sales in the coming weeks.
KILCUMMIN GAA LOTTO
There was no winner on Sunday May 13th. The numbers drawn were 1, 18, 23 and 27. Next draw Sunday May 27th. Jackpot €10,750.
COMMUNITY GAMES
Kilbrean Park, Mastergeeha was the venue for our annual athletics finals on Sunday last and the favourable weather helped ensure our biggest attendance in years. A big Thank You to all in Mastergeeha for their assistance in preparing the track and for their generous support as ever on the day. Very well done to all our tiny tots, many of whom were running their very first race and all of whom received medals on finishing. A great day for all and an exciting end to the programme with photo finishes to both the Moms race and a very competitive Dads sprint!
LADIES FOOTBALL
Under 14 girls: Well done to the under 14 girls who defeated Finuge - St Senans at home on Saturday evening in the County League to a score of 6-9 to 3-4
KERRY JUNIOR TEAM
Well done to Maggie Doherty who made her debut with the Kerry Junior Team against Dublin in the Aisling McGing Championship Cup.
Kerry defeated Dublin to the scoreline of 3-7 to 1.8. We wish Maggie and the team the best of luck against Meath on Sunday
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Mastergeeha
MASTERGEEHA FC RACE NIGHT
On Sunday 6th May our Annual Race Night held in the Village Inn was a great success. With a good attendance on the night, everyone enjoyed the races with some winners along the way. We are very grateful for all the sponsorship of the races and the spot prizes. We appreciate the generosity and support of those who bought horses and attended on the night ensured that this event was a wonderful success. We would like to thank Lal and Marion at the Village Inn for the use of their facilities. Many thanks also to those who helped out on the night. The funds raised on the night will be put towards the running and development of the football club.
U14 PREMIER MASTERGEEHA 4 FENIT 1
Mastergeeha finished their league with a good win at home on Thursday evening. Dean Fitzgerald (2), Luke Murphy and Niall McCarthy were the scorers on the night. All played well and deserved the victory.
SENIOR DIV.2 KILLORGLIN 0 MASTERGEEHA 2
Mastergeehas push towards the top of the table continued with a good away victory on Thursday evening. Padraig Nagle and Ricky Fleming got the goals on the night.
RESERVE CUP MASTERGEEHA 4 NA FIANNA 1
Mastergeeha qualified for the next round of the cup with a win away in Tralee. After going a goal down in the first half the seniors played better in the second half with Chris Keane, Padraig Nagle and Colm Lenihan (2) scoring the goals. Overall a good team performance.
MASTERGEEHA F.C. LOTTO
There was no winner on Friday 11th May. The numbers drawn were 6, 18, 19 and 22. Next draw Friday 18th. Jackpot €9300.
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Spa
Senior County League Austin Stacks 5-9 spa 0-7
Lining out without the services of six of their regular panel Spa senior footballers suffered a comprehensive defeat at the hands of Austin Stacks at Connolly Park on Sunday evening.
U-14 A Spa 6-16 Currow 5-2
Spa have qualified for the semi final spot of their division by virtue of this victory over Currow. Currow got off to an early start with a well taken goal but spa gradually came more into the game and very much in control during the second period.
GAA Fixtures
Senior county League Spa v Dingle on this weekend May 19th/20th
Co Junior football League Spa v Legion at Spa on this Friday May 18th 7-30pm
Schools Blitz A Huge Success
On Thursday May I0th Spa GAA club played host to the young footballers from all the national schools in Killarney parish for the clubs annual schools blitz which catered for children in the 4th classes of the local school and was a mixed team blitz for both boys and girls. The emphasis was very much on fun and was viewed as an opportunity to display their skills rather than the competitive aspect of Gaelic football and this greatly enhanced the enjoyment for participants and spectators alike. No scorelines were recorded and there was no sense of an overall winner rather than each team played each other once with certificates awarded to each player on the day to signify their participation. A special word of thanks to the schools who participated and especially to all the teachers present who were more than willing to take charge of a team on the day ensuring the smooth progress of the event during the day.
The club is especially grateful to Vince Cooper GPO for East Kerry Primary Schools for his invaluable advice in facilitating the event and in particular for providing the referees for the day. Special mention must also go to the young referees whose contribution cannot be overstated in terms of the air of professionalism they brought to the day while remaining a friendly and fair judge of proceedings in the middle of the pitch. In conclusion Míle Buíochas to all involved and in particular Coiste na nÓg. The club would like to sincerely thank John on an excellent organised fun blitz and his hard working committee Anne Holland Paudie Horgan and Susan Gleeson and a special work of thanks to the FÁS workers Chris and Joan for a job well done.
Recovery
Best wishes for a speedy recovery are extended to Corey Doyle and Evan Cronin from all their team mates.
Ladies Football U-I2 Girls Spa 2-6 Dr Crokes I-I
This young team received their first victory over neighbours Dr Crokes in a most sporting game Rebecca Bowe pulled off a few great saves and was well assisted by Niamh Coffey, Sarah Fleming, Aoife Sheehan, Up front Aine Brosnan, Ciara Moynihan, Meghan Cronin, Orlaith Spillane and Linda Taylor were outstanding.
Senior Ladies are Division 4 County champions
Well done to our senior ladies who fought a great final against Corcha Dhuibne on last Monday evening. This was a most creditable performance considering that on the previous occasion that the sides met the Ladies from the West were victorious and for Spa in their first season in senior grade this was a notable achievement. Promoted to Division 3 next season this panel is already preparing for the East Kerry league.
O’Donoghue Cup and O’Sullivan Cup Draws on Thursday May 31st.
The 2012 launch of the O’Donoghue Cup and O’Sullivan Cup competitions will take place at The Gleneagle on Thursday May 31st 8-30pm and all club Chairmen, Secretaries and PRO’s are invited to attend.
Tiernaboul NS Centenary Celebrations June 26th 6-30pm
As a book of photographs will be on sale on the night of the 100 Year celebrations June 26th. Another special appeal is extended to members of the community in that area who may have old photographs for inclusion in the book to drop them in to the School Principal Conor Gleeson.
Clothes and BOOK Collection
Anne Holland wishes to inform you all that the unwanted Clothes and Books will be collected at the Clubhouse on Saturday 26th May and all items must be dropped in before 12 noon on that date.
Tickets for Kerry v Tipperary Munster Quarter final May 27th
Club secretary Deirdre wishes to inform members that tickets for this game will be available from the County Board office during regular opening hours . Late opening on Monday May 21st 7pm to 8-3Opm. Covered Stand €30, Uncovered €25, Terrace €15, Student/OAP pay full price and will receive a refund of €10 at the designated entrance gate, Family Covered Adult €30, Uncovered Adults €25 Juveniles €5
Kerry Junior Management
Best wishes are extended to Kerry Junior Manager Sean Moynihan and his backroom team of Michael Anthony O’Connell, Seamus Murphy and Willie Cahill in their forthcoming Munster championship game against Tipperary in Nenagh.
Forthcoming events
La na gClub on June 3rd Final of Lily of Killarney Contest on June 29th Ring of Kerry Cycle on July 7th. Golf Outing to Macroom on August 4th.
Micheal O’Muircheartaigh launches Spa GAA Lotto
Well known Bbroadcaster and GAA personality Micheal O’Muircheartaigh launched the opening Spa Lotto Draw in Jimmy O’Briens on Sunday night. Next week’s draw will be held in the McSweeney Arms at 10-30pm and the following draw will be in Clubhouse on night of La na Gclub. A special word of thanks to all who have supported the Lotto to date. Tickets will be available from club members, Cronin’s Shop, Killarney Furniture Centre, Who’s For Shoes, Jimmy O’Briens, McSweeney Arms, Killarney Heights, Darby O’ Gills, and Killarney Oaks. Members and those interested in supporting the Lotto can contact Tadgh Hickey at O86-7902540 ,Assumpta O’Donoghue Killarney Oils, Johnny Cronin, Paul Casey, Adrian O’Sullivan or any committee member.
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Legion
U14 DIVISION 2 COUNTY FINAL
Legion 1-9 Na Gaeil 2-7
Losing a final is never easy but when its by the narrowest of margins it makes it that bit harder. The u14 side gave all they had and were unlucky at the end not to have had a draw at least as they were narrowly wide with three frees into injury time. A brave performance with some great heart and while they were naturally disappointed they can as a fine panel of young lads be justifiably proud of their efforts.
COUNTY LEAGUE ROUND 3
Killarney Legion 3-8 Ardfert 1-6
The Legion garnered their first brace of county league points after a dominant second half display against Ardfert in Dirreen. The win was both timely and welcome as Ardfert certainly dominated matters in the first half so the Legion showed up well in the second to win the day.
UNDER 12’s
The Under 12 Boys Green & White teams travelled to Tralee Sunday morning for an 11.30am throw in against Kerins O’Rahillys in the last round of the first phase of the County League. Final score: Legion Whites 6-8 O’Rahillys B’s 3-6.This means that the White team finish top of Division 1B and still remain unbeaten this year in all competitions.
The Legion Green team has embraced the concept of the ‘Go games’ this year whereby players play in different positions all over the field to develop their skills, awareness and roles. It can be hard sometimes for the boys to get to grips with their new roles from week to week and therefore results can vary wildly.The Green team played against O’Rahillys A’s in what proved to be an advert for ‘never say die’football.After a shaky start against a strong wind the lads found themselves down 1-8 to 1-3 at half-time.
LEGION REPRESENTATIVES
Well done to Cian Gammell,Robert Osborne, Thando Dube and Jack Hanrahan who were on the East Kerry primary schools side that took on Mid-Kerry and also to Anthony Breen, Robert Leen, Lee Callaghan and Darragh Doherty who were all part of the South Kerry development squad - who incidentally were put through their paces by our own Jonathan Lenniston.
BASKETBALL SUCCESS
Congratulations to David Leane, Paul Moriarty, Barry Slattery, Robert Osborne, Daragh Lyne and Tadhg Doolin who took part in the Super Sevens Basketball tournament last week for their respective schools, St Olivers and the Monastery.
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns to two stalwart supporters namely Elaine Dux O’ Donoghue and Sean Slattery who celebrated their birthdays last week.
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Dr Crokes
DIV 1 CO. LEAGUE Dr. Crokes 0-10 Dingle 1-12 Crokes lost their 100% league record for 2012 going down to Dingle .
Lining out with six changes to the team who won the Club championship the previous weekend they led 0-03 to 0-01 after the opening quarter.
U14 CO LEAGUE DIV 1 FINAL Dr Crokes 4-08 Gneeveguilla 2-10
We played the Division 1 Co League final in Fitzgerald Stadium last Wednesday night. Gneeveguilla had beaten us already in their ground at the start of the league so we knew there was nothing between us and were expecting a big battle. Gneeveguilla deserve great credit for their part in this match and there will be many more great clashes between these sides.
U12 Football We finished our County League campaign on Sunday, playing Laune Rangers. This was a tough encounter as Laune had some very high scores in their previous games. At the final whistle the score was 6-16 to 10-8. Next up are neighbours Legion in the second last game of the East Kerry League.
U12 Hurling Crokes finished their County League run unbeaten, with a brilliant win over Lixnaw. These lads had already won games over Dingle, Kilmoyley and Ardfert. Their unbeaten run is testament to the superb coaching strategy in place in Dr Crokes. This Crokes team will now look forward to the South Kerry league with great confidence. Well done to all players and coaches.
LOTTO the Jackpot of €4,800 was not won on Sunday last, numbers drawn were 13,15,17,22. Match 3 winners received €45. Jackpot on Sunday next will be €5,100.
GOLF CLASSIC our annual classic one of the clubs major fundraisers will take place on June 7 on the O`Mahonys Point Course. A member of the organising committee will approach those who previously supported this venture in the coming days.
GOLF SOCIETY we had a large turnout in Dooks on Saturday last for Tom O`Donoghues Prize. On a beautiful day for golf despite the strong wind the winner Maurice O`Donoghue finished well ahead of the posse with a wonderful score of 41pts.
Tickets Arrangements for Munster Snr Football Qrt-final Kerry v Tipperary
Temple Stadium, Sun 27th May 2012 Ticket prices as follows Covered Stand €30 Uncovered Stand €25 Terrace €15 Family Covered Adult €30 Juveniles €5
Family Uncovered Adult €25, Juveniles €5 Student/OAP Concession on Stand tickets only - pay full price and get a refund of €10 at specified Stiles on the day (on production of valid ID)
GROUP TICKETS LIMITED NUMBER SO PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE
Juvenile Groups €3 per juvenile with a free Adult with every 10 children. Other Adults pay €25. Adult Group Covered Stand (End of Stand) €25 per person - minimum order per club is 15. Adult Group Uncovered (End of Stand €20 per person - minimum order per Club is 15. Group Terrace €10 per person -minimum order per Club is 20. All groups should be booked directly with County Board.
Tickets are available from County Board Office during normal opening hours.
Late opening Monday 21st May 7-8.30pm. Please note that any tickets not ordered by 5pm on the Monday prior to the game will be put on public sale on a first come first served basis.
Public Sale Monday 21st May 7.00-8.30pm Tralee & Killarney
CYSTIC FIBROSIS Build4Life is one of the charities chosen for this year’s Ring of Kerry Cycle to be held on Saturday 7th July. If you are interested in taking part and supporting our cause, the money is going towards a modern CF facility for Kerry people with CF which can add at least 20 years to their lives, then contact John McEnery at 087-9090945 for Registration forms. Thank you again for your tremendous support over the years.
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East Kerry
Results
Final Round
Division 1
Glenflesk 2-8 † Dr. Crokes 1-11
Currow 0-16 Rathmore 0-9
Kilcummin gave walkover to Spa
Division 2
Fossa 1-9 Scartaglin 0-2
Firies gave walkover to Gneeveguilla
Fixtures
Patrick Doyle Haulage Junior League
Division 1 Final
22nd May 2012 at 7:30
Dr Crokes v Spa/Glenflesk
Venue to be decided
Division 2 Semi Final
22nd May 2012 at 7:30
Legion v Fossa/Firies, Venue to be decided
Winners v Gneeveguilla in the Final on 29th May 2012
Safeguard Security Senior League
Division 1 Playoff
9th June 2012 at 7:30PM
Gneeveguilla v Listry
Venue to be decided
Hurling:
In the South Kerry junior league, St Pats East Kerry’s next game is a home fixture at Fossa against Kenmare on Monday May 28th at 7:30PM. In the county league division 2, Dr Crokes entertain Abbeydorney at Lewis Road on this Wednesday May 16th at 7PM.
Spa Blitz for 4th class pupils
On Thursday Spa GAA club held its 2nd annual schools blitz. for 4th classes from the schools in the Killarney parish It was run under the Go-Game format with players from each school being mixed up and playing with their peers from other schools in the locality. No scores were recorded - it was all about the fun of playing together. The beaming faces of the children as they made their way home showed that the games were very successful. Many children who may not ordinarily get a chance to play football in a school team environment got the opportunity to showcase their own unique talents and be part of a team event. Congratulations to Spa for the effort and to Vince Cooper GPO for East Kerry Primary Schools whose advice and help were invaluable, and a special thanks to the young referees who took charge of the games.
Social Initiative:
Designed to maintain the involvement of the older generation in their local GAA club, the GAA Social Initiative is now operated in over 200 clubs nationally. The Spa club has been prominent in arranging suitable events such as card playing, golf outings and short tours for its older members. John Kelly from Spa along with former Kerry player Kevin Griffin and Joe McCrohan from the South Kerry Partnership have joined forces to extend the participation of clubs in Kerry in this worthwhile initiative. The next group outing will be to Cobh (Centenary of the sinking of the Titanic) and in September the group will have an overnight in Ennistymon visiting The Burren, Milltown Malbay and Lisdoonvarna,
Interested travellers should contact John Kelly at 086-394I769 (email kellydoolan@eircom.net) or Kevin Griffin and Joseph McCrohan at South Kerry Partnership 066-9472724.
O’Donoghue Cup Launch
The 2012 launch of the O’Donoghue Cup senior championship will take place in the Gleneagle Hotel on Thursday May 31st at 8.30pm when the draw for the first round will be made. Once again, The Aquila Club at the Gleneagle is the sponsor for the O’Donoghue Cup as well as the Fr Galvin Cup. In addition the Intermediate Championship draw for the Fr Galvin Cup and the Junior Championship draw for the OíSullivan Cup (sponsored by David OíSullivan Cycles) will also be made on the night. The draw is always well attended by club representatives eager to find out who they will meet in the first round.
RETIREMENT OF TOM O’SULLIVAN, RATHMORE
The Gaels of East Kerry thank Tom O’Sullivan for his immense contribution to his county and division and as he retires from the inter-county scene after a glittering football career we reminisce on the many wonderful performances that we were privileged to see from the quiet talented Rathmore man. Thanks for the great memories, Tom, and we wish you many happy successful and injury-free years as you continue to compete with Rathmore.
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Fossa
Fossa Lotto 13/05/2012:
Numbers Drawn: 1, 13, 17, and 25
Jackpot €10650. No Winner.
€40 Prizes: Siobhan Coffey, Barleymount; John Foran; Patrick Cronin, Crohane Fossa; Tom O’Connor, Boulia; Brendan Lynch, Maulagh Fossa.
This Weeks Jackpot: €10,800
Tickets on sale at the Golden Nugget Bar, The Travel Inn, The Old Killarney Inn, McCarthy’s Centra Shop, The Laurels Bar, Killarney and from committee members.
Fossa Seniors:
Fossa had a good away victory over Dingle on Sunday afternoon in round 4 of the county senior football league. They host Kilgarvan in round 5 this coming weekend. Please check with mentors for confirmation of time.
Fossa Juniors:
The junior side made it two wins on the trot when they defeated Scartaglin in Fossa on Tuesday last in the final round of the East Kerry Junior league Division 2. This result ensured Fossa qualified for a play off versus Firies in Fossa this past Tuesday evening.
They travel to Scartaglin on Friday night to play the home side in their first game in the county junior football league. Throw in is at 7.30pm.
Fossa Minors:
The Fossa minor side went down gallantly to Kenmare in the county league final in Glenflesk on Saturday evening last. After a superb league campaign, Fossa came into the final unbeaten but , alas, were defeated by an impressive side on the day. Thanks to all the players for the excellent entertainment they provided us with throughout the campaign and thanks also to Dan McKenna, James Cahillane, John Rice, and Colin Myers for the good work they have done throughout the year. Many of the players will now be turning their attentions to the upcoming exams and we would like to send our best wishes to all those who will be sitting exams in the coming weeks.
Fossa U16:
Fossa produced a wonderful display to defeat Glenflesk on Monday evening last in the final of division 3 of the East Kerry league. Played in the Legion pitch Fossa led from start to finish to run out convincing winners over a gallant Glenflesk side.
Fossa U14: Fossa U14 played against Templenoe/Tousist Wed evening in Kilgarvan in the County League Div 7 (13 a side) Final and won.
Under 12: The U12 travelled to Glenflesk Sunday evening and recorded two fine wins. The A team had a super game with the result in the balance until the final minute when Ewan Weldon shot was deflected into the Glenflesk net. It had been a ding dong battle up until then, Fossa’s and in particular Eamonn Murphy’s ability to score goals answering the points Glenflesk were scoring. Gary Cronin also scored a goal and John Talbot scoring three points. The B team recorded a good win scoring some lovely points, Emmet O’Shea, Erica McGlynn, Eoin Myers and Shaun O Connor splitting the posts.
U12 Girls:
Congratulations to Fossa u12 girls Orla Moynihan and Hanna O’Donoghue who were part of the Beaufort team who won gold in the community games football in Rathmore last Monday.
U14 Girls:
Fossa u14 girls continued their winning streak overcoming Firies on a scoreline of 7-8 to 2-4 last Saturday night. Keep up the good work girls.
Church Gate Collection:
South Kerry Independent Alliance has its annual Church gate collection in the parish this weekend, the 19th and 20th of May. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
Fossa Notes:
If anybody has any item they would like included in the notes, please Email information to Tommy Cronin at 15mapleroad@gmail.com. Please forward information on Sunday night.
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Currow
GAA CÚiste NÁ· NÓg
U16 East Kerry League Final:
Currow took on a strong Beaufort team in the East Kerry League Final at Fossa last Monday evening.
The team put in a great performance in the game making the most of the chances that came their way. It was nip and tuck throughout the game and with eight minutes remaining in the game they were ahead. However, a couple of refereeing decisions went against Currow as they were pressing hard to drive home the advantage. Twice in a spate of two minutes they had appeals for penalties turned down and close in frees were awarded instead. Beaufort took full advantage of the let off and was awarded a penalty which they scored. They scored another goal within a minute to win the game. Final Score Currow 3-8 to Beaufort 5-9. A big thanks to Hugh O’Connor and his management team for the preparing the team who gave their all on the day.
U16 County League Fixtures:
The fixtures are as follows:
20th June - home to Castlegregory @ 7.30pm
27th June - away to Asdee/Ballylongford @ 7.30pm
4th July - away to Lispole @ 7.30pm
25th July - home to Beale @ 7.30pm
1st August - away to St.Pats@ 7.30pm
U12:
The team completed Phase one of the County League with an away game against fellow St. Kierans team Cordal last Sunday in Cordal.
Again the team really put in a fantastic effort against Cordal and secured the win. Final Score Currow 3-07 to Cordal 1-15
District U10 Blitz:
The first round of the U10 blitz took place in Ballymac last Thursday evening where a large crowd attended. The blitz is due to continue this Wednesday in Currow with throw in due for 7pm.
U6, U8, & U10 Saturday Morning Coaching Sessions:
The Saturday morning Coaching Session. will resume again this Saturday, 19th May at the normal time.
Currow GAA Club Merchandise:
Currow GAA Club Merchandise is available from Vincent Murphy Sports Shop, Castleisland. |