THE WEEK INPICTURES

Killarney Celtic

FINAL: FAI Women's U17 Cup Final - Bohemians Waterford 3 Killarney Celtic 2 (Maeve Courtney, Katie Doe). Despite a valiant attempt Killarney Celtic came up short against a fine Bohemians side in an entertaining final played in Turners Cross last Saturday. Bohs had the aid of the breeze and were the dominant attacking force in the early action with ever dangerous Sarah Abullo leading the line for Bohs. In the 37th min Abullo went clear of the defence but was denied by Lucy O'Connor. Bohs recovered the ball and went close from a header. Those let offs did not last long as Bohemians took the lead in the next play when a speculative shot from Emily O'Reilly ended up in the back of the net. Celtic were finding it hard to create clear cut chances and Bohemians continued to force the pace with Abullo causing problems with her pace and control. On 55 mins Abullo cut through the Celtic defence and finished with aplomb to give Bohemians a 2-goal cushion. Celtic were back in the game on 69 mins when Maeve Courtney scored a spectacular goal from outside the box. Grainne Kennedy, Maeve Courtney and Katie Doe gave the Bohs defence anxious moments before Bohemians struck again from a corner when Celtic failed to clear their line. Celtic refused to give up and in the 84th min Katie Doe scored direct from a free kick to ensure a pulsating final period which included 12 mins of injury time. However try as they might Celtic could not find an equaliser and the cup went to Waterford. Many thanks to our players who gave a wholehearted display right to the final whistle and were a credit to the club. Many thanks to our coaches, Alan, David and Tanya. Many thanks to the great support on the day in Turners Cross.

Killarney Legion GAA

INTERMEDIATE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: Our Senior Men made a winning start to Intermediate group stages with a 1-20 to 0-8 win over Currow in Farranfore last Sunday. The game was a slow burner with it really only opening up in the final quarter when a Will Shine goal put the gloss on the score line. A cagey first half saw the teams retire to the dressing rooms on double scores, 0-8 to 0-4. Peter McCarthy alongside Will, was scorer in chief with three points in the opening half, Eoghan O’Sullivan and Ryan O’Grady also getting in on the act. Currow struck for the opening point of the second half, but it was only a signal for our lads to take control with Jamie Alade and substitute James O’Donoghue amongst the scorers. Danny Sheahan stole forward from full back to slot over as did Shaun Keane who made a productive appearance in the second half. The scoring was completed by Cian Gammell and Thomas Moriarty alongside regular contributors Peter Mc and Shine. Tougher tests lie in wait, starting with the visit of Laune Rangers to Direen, this

Sunday at 2pm, in Round 2 with the final round involving an arduous trek to Kilcummin.

KERRY LADIES: Commiserations to the Ladies team who went down to Dublin in the TG4 All Ireland Championship final in Croke Park on Sunday. Never really getting a handle on the game they fought valiantly till the end. A bus from the club made the trip and aside from the obvious disappointment at the result a good trip was had by all.

CLUB SUMMER CAMP: The Club Summer Camp 2023 was held last week and for a change this summer the weather co-operated for a feast of fun at Direen. Thanks to all the kids who participated and a huge well done to all our volunteers who ran the camp each day. A special word of thanks to our juvenile members who assisted the camp leaders - future coaches in the making no doubt! Take a bow for a job well done namely Andrea Murphy, Claire Lyne, Darragh Moynihan, Eimir Kearney, Eva O’Shea, Evan Cox, Ewan McGillycuddy, Grace Cox, Grace O'Shea, Jack Culloty, Jack O’Grady, James Murphy, Jamie Fleming, Joshua Alade, Kate O'Toole, Kiera Moynihan, Laura Healy, Madison Angland, Mark Looney, Melissa Bowler, Molly Cronin, Niall Maloney, Róisín McAuliffe, Ryan Kissane, Ryan Twomey, Sinéad O'Leary, Sophie Duke, Sophie O'Shea. The adult helpers were made up of Amy Grady, Ciara Doolan, Caroline Cox, Brian Looney, Conor Myles, Eimear Scannell, Fiona Ni Chonchubhair, Ger Moynihan, Kieran O’Shea, Liam O’Toole, Lorna Larkin Myles, Marcus Twomey, Nigel Shevlin, Patricia Quigley, Sean Culloty, Sharon O’Grady and Ted Healy. Well done on a great collective effort.

Dr Crokes GAA

SUMMER CAMP: Our annual summer camp will take place on Monday 21st August to Wednesday 23rd August. Keep an eye on our social media pages as we have more details to follow.

BINGO: Dr Crokes Bingo continues every Sunday night in St. Marys Parish Hall at 8pm. Doors open at 6:45. This week’s jackpot is worth a whopping €3,200 with another €2,000 in prizes to be won in 10 games of bingo. Everyone Welcome.

DR. CROKES SHOP: You can shop worldwide on our online shop.

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY: Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary to Éamon and Maura Fitzgerald.

CONGRATULATIONS to Mark Moriarty on his ordination to the priesthood on Sunday last.

CONDOLENCES to the family and friends of Malachy Walsh. Malachy was the quintessential Dr. Crokes person, as player, officer, Lotto organiser and a volunteer for myriad of other innumerable tasks that are so demanding in such a big club of activity. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

NOTES: If anyone has anything they want to add to our club notes please email pro. drcrokes.kerry@gaa.ie.

Glenflesk GAA

LOTTO: There was no winner of Glenflesk Lotto which took place on 8/8/2023 in Glenflesk Hall. Jackpot €4,800 The numbers drawn were: 5, 15, 19, 21, Consolation Prizes of €50: 1. Mary Dolores Reen. (Annual Ticket) 2. Sarah Potts c/o Mary Mc Carrick, Shronedraugh. 3. Mary Mc Carrick (Sellers’ Prize) 4. Eileen Twomey, Newmarket. Next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on Monday 21/8/2023. Jackpot will be €5000 Thank you to all who support our Lotto and to our sellers. Lotto tickets including annual tickets can be bought from our ticket sellers, in local pubs and shops or online before 6pm on the date of the draw via Clubforce.

RESULT: Kerry Petroleum Intermediate Club Championship Round 1 Group B - Glenflesk 2–15. St Mary’s Cahersiveen 1–10.

FLEADH CHEOIL NA HÉIREANN: Congratulations to all Glenflesk All Ireland winners last weekend in Mullingar. 2A

BOSCA CEOIL/BUTTON ACCORDION

FAOI 12. 1st. Seán Angland - CCÉ, Glenflesk, Ciarraí. 12C PIANÓ / PIANO 15-18. 2nd. Grace Angland - CCÉ, Glenflesk, Ciarraí. 50A STORYTELLING FAOI 12. 1st. Rian Gleeson - CCÉ, Glenflesk, Ciarraí. 13A MILEOIDEAN/MELODEON FAOI 12. 1st. Seán Angland - CCÉ, Glenflesk, Ciarraí. 14A ROGHA GLÉAS / MISCELLANEOUS

FAOI 12. 1st. Rian Gleeson - CCÉ, Glenflesk, Ciarraí. 15C TIONLACAN / ACCOMPANIMENT 15-18. 3rd. Grace Angland - CCÉ, Glenflesk, Ciarraí. 21B FOINN MHALLA, FEADÓG / WHISTLE SLOW AIRS 12-15. 1st. Colleen Angland - CCÉ, Glenflesk, Ciarraí. DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK: Coach leaving St. Mary's Cathedral on Sat 26th Aug. €25. Limited places. Contact Sheila on 064 6631014 to book.

Kilcummin GAA

KERRY PETROLEUM CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: Following our victory over Laune Rangers in Rd 1 we are away to Currow in Rd 2 next weekend. Day and time to be confirmed. Watch social media for further news.

KILCUMMIN LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB:

Kilcummin Ladies Football Club have a used clothes collection coming up at the end of September. Please keep us in mind if you have suitable items. Items that can be included are re- wearable clothing, paired shoes, handbags and belts, towels and blankets, soft toys and curtains. Items that cannot be included are duvets and pillows, ripped or soiled clothes, single shoes. All money raised will go towards Kilcummin ladies football. More details nearer the time. Please spread the word with your family and friends. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

LOTTO: There was no winner on 14th August 2023 of the Jackpot for €6,250. Numbers drawn were 7, 9, 10, 18. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Susan Healy, John & Margaret Lenihan, Eileen O’Donoghue & Tom Healy. The next draw will be

Monday 28th of August for Jackpot of €6,500.

Listry GAA

LOTTO: Numbers drawn 11, 17, 18, 20. €100 Kathleen Devane c/o Phil Ahern. €50 Ciara Murphy, Milltown. €50 Julian Weakley Lahard. €25 Kay Maloney Ballagh. €25 Aoife Giles Faha. next week’s jackpot €6,150.

SENIORS: Our seniors got the championship off to a great start with a win over Churchill last weekend. This Saturday the 19th Listry play Keel in Keel at 7pm, best of luck to the team and management.

U13: Our U13 A team are invited to play in the Rose cup Tournament in Tralee this Saturday the 19th the best of luck to all.

U11: Our U11 teams have been invited to play in the Jerry Foley memorial tournament in Firies this Saturday the 19th best of Luck to all.

East Kerry GAA

TG4 ALL IRELAND FINAL: Hard luck to the Kerry Ladies team and management on their defeat in the All-Ireland Final against Dublin.

KELLOGGS CUL CAMP: East Kerry/Kenmare camps have been completed for 2023. Numbers continue to rise with great attendance figures in all clubs. Thanks to all parents that signed up kids to attend the camps. The feedback was excellent with all parents delighted with the product. Lorcan Martin (Kerry GAA) and Emmet Finnan (Glenflesk) supported Vince Cooper in Kenmare District Board camps. David Dineen (Rathmore) assisted in the smooth running of the East Kerry venues. Thanks to all coaching officers and coaches for the on-site support at each of the thirteen venues. The running of the camps was made easier with this vital support. Roll on 2024.

DEVELOPMENT SQUADS: Kerry South U14 teams and management made the journey to Mallow on Saturday. Players got plenty of game time showing fantastic skill levels during the games. It was great to play Galway and Kildare together with Cork to give all Kerry players time to develop and improve in games. Kerry South U15 travelled to Moneygall to play Meath. The management and players were delighted with the team performance on the day. Kerry South U16 made the trip to Clonakilty. Playing Cork West was a great experience for the management and players. Two well matched teams produced a fantastic game of football on the day. Thanks to all the parents for supporting these young Kerry players on the development journey. It was much appreciated by all management teams and those playing at all venues.

CONDOLENCES: Sympathies to the family of Terence Casey Countess Road, Killarney and late of Dromhale, Muckross Road, Killarney, Kerry, on his recent death.

Beaufort GAA

FIXTURES: Minor Ladies will be home to

Churchill, Wednesday, 16th at 6.45pm in Co League, Div. 3 semi-final. Beaufort senior men will play Gneeveguilla in the second round of the Kerry Petroleum Intermediate Club football championship on weekend of 19th/20th August. Senior Ladies will be home to Scartaglin in the first round of Intermediate Club championship.

RESULTS: Beaufort retained the Adrigole 7 a side tournament cup for the second year. They defeated Adrigole in the final after extra time. Congratulations to the team and management. The tournament is in memory of the late Garda Aidan Cremin, former Beaufort player and secretary. He served as a Garda in Adrigole and Castletownbere for a number of years. Co Intermediate men’s football, round 1 result. Beaufort 1.18 Glenbeigh/ Glencar 0.13.

LOTTO: The next draw for a jackpot of €14,400 will be on Sunday, 20th August. Tickets are available from usual sellers, shops, and public houses and online at www.beaufortgaa.com. Thank you to everybody who support the lotto.

HEALTHY CLUB: Beaufort has completed the steps for G.A.A. Gold Healthy Club status. We are awaiting the judge’s decision at the moment. There are many non G.A.A. activities going on in the Club such as the gym, pilates, yoga and art classes, gym classes, social trips, mental health awareness activities and the recently refurbished walking track. Thank you to everybody who helps out with our non G.A.A. activities.

HARD LUCK to the Kerry Ladies team and management in the All-Ireland final. Well done to the organisers of the coach and those who travelled to Croke Park to support the team. Hopefully, they will be back again next year.

Milltown/Castlemaine GAA

LOTTO: Sponsored by Almas Takeaway, Milltown. The fortnightly club lotto draw took place on Monday, August 7th at the club grounds. There was no jackpot winner on this occasion. The numbers drawn were 3, 12, 31 and the bonus ball was 8.

Congratulations to our Match 3 winner (€200): Ciarán Moriarty. Our next club lotto draw is scheduled to take place on Monday, August 21st at 19:30pm in the Clubhouse where the jackpot will be €13,000. Get your draw tickets or renew your yearly tickets online on Clubforce or get your tickets for the next draw from all the usual local outlets. Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated.

RESULT: Kerry Petroleum Intermediate Club Football Championship: Group 1, Round 1. Milltown/Castlemaine's Senior 'A' side got off to a winning start in the opening round of the Kerry Petroleum Intermediate Club Football Championship after a narrow 1-12 to 1-11 victory against

Gneeveguilla on Saturday evening, August 12th in Spa, Killarney. Milltown/Castlemaine will take on Glenbeigh/Glencar in Round 2 of the Kerry Petroleum Intermediate Club Football Championship on Saturday, August 19th at 7:00pm in Glenbeigh. Tickets for the match will be available to purchase online over the coming days via universe.com.

U9 BOYS: Our U9 boys team made the journey to take on Annascaul last week as part of the Go Games series. A thoroughly enjoyable outing with some brilliant football played by them all. The group put their vast array of silky skills which they are acquiring at training weekly on show for all to see. Keep up the great work lads.

U12 GIRLS: Drawing a close to the South Kerry League on Tuesday evening our Under 12s headed west back to Dingle for a competitive & entertaining game basking in beautiful sunshine. Looking forward to our East Kerry league beginning at the end of the month & our girls head for the Banner county on Saturday to take part in a Munster Blitz in Éire Og GAA club. Lots to look forward to for this group for the remainder of the season.

U15: Lee Strand District County U-15 Championship. Mid Kerry's U15 side are in action this evening, Wednesday August 16th in Round 3 of the Lee Strand District County Football Championship Shield as they take on South Kerry at 7:00pm in Glenbeigh/Glencar GAA Grounds. We would like to wish the best of luck to the Mid Kerry team, especially our own Milltown/Castlemaine representatives. All support for the side would be greatly appreciated.

Killarney Camogie Club

TRAINING: Under 6/8/10 train on Mondays & Fridays from 6-7pm in Spa. Hurleys & helmets can be provided on a rental basis for the season. Football boots, shin guards & water required. Under 12s & Under 14s train on Mondays & Fridays (match dependent) from 6-7pm in Spa. Under 16s train on Mondays & Thursdays (match dependent) from 6-7pm in Spa. Under 18s train on Mondays & Fridays from 6-7pm in Spa.

REGISTRATION: New members are always welcome & registration is done on www.foireann.ie. For any details on registration, please contact Treasurer/Registrar Louise Moynihan or Secretary Sarah Breen. All details on how to register can also be found on our Facebook page.

FACEBOOK: Please check out our Facebook page for all up to date match fixtures & updates – Search for Killarney Camogie Club!

UNDER 12 CAMÁN TO CROKER: Our Under 12’s were delighted to hear they have been chosen to attend the Camán to Croker blitz which takes place in Croke Park on Friday 18th August. They have been putting in lots of practice over the last number of weeks at training. On the day, they will play three games. It promises to be a great day of fun for everyone. Thanks to Sean Casey for organising and Sarah Dineen for all the work training the girls.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: Ladies V Par MacBees

13/8/2023. 1st Lorna O’Leary 8 up (23), 2nd Maire Geaney 6 up (21), 3rd Fidelma

O’Connor 6 up (12), 4th Kay O’Connor 5 up (15), 5th Edel Randles 4 up (23), 6th Sharon Ormonde 4 up (14). Muckross House Mixed Foursomes. Mahony’s Point 9th August. 1st Bernadette Galvin, Jerry Galvin 44pts (25); 2nd Ellen Barry, Carthach Leahy 42pts (19). Best Gross Anne Moynihan, Gerard Walsh 28pts.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men)

RESULTS: Captain's Prize Weekend: Singles Stableford. Sponsored by KWD Recycling. Played on Killeen; Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th August 2023. Winner – Donal

O’Reilly 39pts (21) bk9. 2nd – Jim Sheehan 39pts (18). Best Gross – George McKenzie

Vass 74 (4). Category 1: Winner – Alan McDermott 38pts (6), 2nd – David Moloney 36pts (8) bk9, 3rd – Alan Kelly 36pts (9) bk9. Category 2: Winner – Gerard Moroney 39pts (12), 2nd – Darragh O’Callaghan 38pts (11), 3rd – Daniel Doona 37pts (12) bk9. Category 3: Winner – Paudie Horan 39pts (14), 2nd – Con Healy 38pts (14), 3rd – Patrick Howard 37pts (14) bk6-fr9. Category 4: Winner – Bernard O’Shea 37pts (26), 2nd – Ivan Tangney 35pts (18) bk9, 3rd – Teddy O’Sullivan 35pts (25).

Ross Golf Club (Men)

RESULTS: On August 12th and 13th we held a stableford competition from the blue tees and this was kindly sponsored by The Royal Hotel. The following were the winners: 1st Ryan Scott (13) 39, 2nd Leo Casey (20) 39, 3rd Bryan O'Leary (10) 38. Division 1 - 1st Brian McCarthy (Jnr) (7) 38, 2nd Jonathan Casey (8) 37. Division 21st Jerry O'Brien (19) 37, 2nd Dan Cronin (13) 35. Division 3 - 1st Seamus McCarthy (23) 36, 2nd Oliver McCarthy (28) 34. On Friday August 11th we held our Friday Evening Mixed Scramble and despite the inclement weather we again had a large turnout again. The winning teams were 1st Michael J O'Sullivan, Mary Nash, Jim Delaney. 2nd Daniel Ling, Maurice Coffey, Breda Kelliher, Conor O'Callaghan. 3rd John Ivory, Elaine Casey, James McDonnell, Chris Healy. The Ross Seniors results from August 10th were 1st Seamus McCarthy, who brought in a record score of 27 points for 10 holes. Congratulations to Seamus. 2nd Donal Doherty, 3rd Niall Brosnan, 4th John Ivory.

CONGRATULATIONS to the Ross Ladies team who were victorious over Ballybunion in the Ross GC during the week in the Noreen More Trophy. The ladies now look forward to the next round versus Castlerosse GC and we wish them the very best of luck.

FIXTURES: On Friday August 18th we will hold our 10-hole mixed scramble with a shotgun start at 6.15pm sharp. Please be at the Clubhouse or have your name on the entry sheet by 5.45 pm to participate in the scramble. The scramble will be followed by food which can be ordered and paid for before the scramble. On Saturday August 19th and Sunday 20th we will hold a stableford competition kindly sponsored by Quills Menswear. The usual process applies to Saturday players. For Sunday players the online booking system will be available from 7pm on Thursday.

Ross Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: Wednesday Morning Golf 9 Hole Single Stableford. 1st Jacinta Buckley, 2nd Ann Marie Healy.

COMPETITIONS: 9 Hole Scramble will be held next Saturday 19th August. Kindly sponsored by our Professional Gordon Howard. Please put your name in the book in the locker room. All Members welcome.

NOREEN MOORE TROPHY LEAGUE: The next round to be played will be the Semi Final and it will be held in the Castlerosse Golf Club on Sunday, August 27th at 2.30pm. We wish Ross and our neighbours Castlerosse good golf, fine weather and enjoyable games.

AUGUST RACING FESTIVAL: We wish Killarney Race Company every success for the 3-day meeting: Thursday August 24, Friday August 25 and Saturday August 26.

OPEN DAY: Killarney Race Company Sponsored Ladies Open Day at The Ross Golf Club Wednesday 30th August 2023. Please contact Ross Golf Club for further information on 064 6631125.

WEDNESDAY MORNINGS: Meet and play every Wednesday morning. Meet in the Club House no later than 10.00am. All members welcome.

GOLF LESSONS: Gordon Howard is available to give golf lessons. Please contact Gordon directly in the Club House.

Castlerosse Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS of Play in Pink 9H Scramble in aid of National Breast Cancer Research Institute played on 12th August. 1st - Ger Casey, Philip Bradley, Nora Long, Joan Cashman. 2nd - Derek Meikle, Fiona Meikle, Tom Walsh, Frances Flynn. 3rd - Gintaras Bendaravictus, Brendan Brosnan, Finola Geary, Eileen Lucey. Nearest the Pin - Ladies: Margaret Crowley. Gents: Simon Coffey.

CONGRATULATIONS to the Noreen Moore Team who beat Dooks and progress to the semi- finals against the Ross. Good luck.

BEST OF LUCK to the Castlerosse team playing in the Eleanor Tivy Cup in Cahir G.C. on August 18th. Good luck to the Kerry 9's team who play Ballyheigue in Ballyheigue GC on August 20th.

MIXED SCRAMBLE: Every Wednesday at 6pm. Visitors welcome.

Sport Notes

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

NATIONAL STROKEPLAY: Another great performance from Damien Fleming in claiming a third silver medal at a National Senior Men’s Strokeplay Final in Riverdale, Nenagh on Sunday as his 54-hole score of 26 under par was bettered only by Stephen Shoer from the host club on 28 under. John McGrath finished ninth overall meanwhile on 21 under par. On Saturday Erin Moloney reached the Intermediate playoff at the same venue meanwhile. Well done to all on their performances.

MUNSTER U16 Strokeplay and Inter-County: A great battle between club members Brian McCarthy and Nathan Cronin in the Boys 14-15 Strokeplay event in Larkspur Park, Cashel last Friday as Brian emerged victorious by one shot in the end on eight under par. Both players were members of the Kerry ‘Gold’ team alongside Ronan Bennett and Listowel’s A Jay Barrett that won the Inter-County for the county for the fifth consecutive time. Bryan O’Leary and Mark Carroll were on the Kerry ‘Green’ team that finished third in the event while Sean O’Mahony, Luke Doolan and Dara Wickham played on the Kerry ‘White’ team.

TIM SCANNELL FINAL: Commiserations to our team on their defeat to Tralee in the decider played in Tralee on Tuesday August 8th last. We led 2-1 after the Doubles but Tralee went on to record a 5-4 win after the Singles. We were represented by John McGrath, Gearoid Cronin, James Fleming, Erin Moloney, Lorcan and Fintan Martin, Hugh O’Sullivan, Noel Moynihan, Mark O’Shea and Bobby Kelly in the decider.

SUNDAY DRAWS: Fourball Betterball-

First Nett: Noel Moynihan & John Murphy 38½, Gross: Connie O'Sullivan & Sean Ashe 45, Second Nett: Dave Spillane & Brian Moloney 39½ and Hole-In-One: Noel Moynihan (12th Hole).

MUNSTER INTER-COUNTIES: Best Wishes to our club members putting on Kerry colours this weekend at the Men’s events in Raffeen Creek in Cork. Damien and John McGrath play in Sunday’s Senior event as James Fleming will be double jobbing between being Senior Manager and an Intermediate player. Gearoid Cronin is on the Intermediate team as well while Fintan Martin and Brian Moloney will be playing with the Junior team on Saturday.

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club

TERENCE CASEY: We would like to acknowledge the passing of one of our honorary members and a fantastic friend to the fishing community in Killarney for decades - Terence Casey passed on to his eternal reward on Monday 07th of August. We were very honoured to count Terence as a member and advisor for many years and he imparted his wisdom on matter pertaining to fishing for the betterment of anglers in the present gen- eration and generations to come. A good world needs knowledge, kindness and courage and Terence personified this. He was very proud of Killarney, the National Park, the lakes and the ties it all had to the people. He gave most willingly of his time and boundless knowledge when it came to ensuring that generations to come would enjoy the bounty of the lakes and the park, just as his own generation had the pleasure of doing and he had the faculty of instilling the same responsibility in people of the need to protect and cherish our very beautiful surrounds. At this sad time, we would like to pass on our deepest sympathies to Terence's wife Geraldine, his children Niamh and Terry, His brother Owen and family and to the wider Casey and O'Connor Families and remind them all of the rich legacy that Terence has left us all. Gone but not forgotten, May He Rest In Peace. On the very waters that Terence cherished so much, as the days have had a slight autumnal touch about them, we have slipped back into the cycle of competition times again - our next club outing will be on Lough Lein on Sunday 27th of August as we fish for the Church Island Cup. We look forward to meeting up with members then and entries now being taken to any club officer.

Muckross Rowing Club

REGATTA UPDATES: It was a busy weekend for the club in Bantry last weekend, with Bantry RC hosting a double header of coastal racing events. On Saturday, the inaugural Irish Junior Coastal Championships were held. This was the first time that a dedicated Championships regatta for junior rowers was staged in the offshore or coastal branch of the sport. This is another encouraging sign for the development of coastal rowing in Ireland (also known as offshore rowing), which is going from strength to strength ahead of its Olympic debut in 2028. Our congratulations go to the two Muckross crews who became the first winners of coastal championship titles for the club. The Men’s J16 Quad of Max Coyne, Senan Kennedy, Gearoid O’Connor and Jack Murphy were among the gold medals. So too was the Men’s J18 Double crew of Ian Coffey and Daniel Daly, with Gearoid O’Connor and Diarmuid O’Connor also third in the same category. Max and Jack were silver medallists also in the Men’s J16 Double while the Men’s J14 Quad were third. Outside of the junior contest, Bantry Regatta was also run over both Saturday and Sunday. Congratulations to our winning Men’s Open Quad crew of Ethan O’Neill, Patrick Buckley, Brendan O’Neill and Paul Griffin.

BBQ POSTPONEMENT: It was with disappointment that the club’s barbeque scheduled for last weekend was postponed. This was due to unforeseen circumstances however we hope to have a rescheduled date soon. Watch our social media for the latest updates.

Killarney Rugby

MINIS: Our Minis return to training for the new season from Saturday the 2nd of September at Aghadoe. Boys and girls born between 2012 and 2018 are very welcome. For details give Minis Coordinator Dave Hickey a call on 087 2546290.

GIRLS RUGBY BACK: U14 and U16 girls rugby training returned for the new season from Wednesday the 9th of August last. Training will take place between 7pm and 8:20pm and new players and existing players very welcome. No experience necessary. For details simply give Fiona a shout on 087 2304689.

SENIOR TRAINING: Senior training has returned for the new season at Aghadoe and takes place each Monday and Thursday at 7:30pm. New players very welcome. For details contact John O’Connell on 086 8525116 for details.

TAG TUESDAYS: Tag rugby is back for the summer at Aghadoe and is proving very popular. Tag rugby takes place every Tuesday between 7pm and 9pm and no experience is needed, and great fun is guaranteed. Simply pop along and bring a friend! Each tag rugby session costs only €5. For further details give Ger a shout on 087 1240365

LAND ROVER RAFFLE: Killarney RFC are honoured to be chosen as one of the charities for this year’s Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Raffle with a wonderfully restored 1979 Land Rover the top prize, as well as a host of other amazing prizes. Tickets are only €10 each and all funds raised by the club go towards the development of our new clubhouse. Simply contact any committee member or if you could sell some tickets for us, it would be very much appreciated. Please support this amazing fundraiser.

Fossa Bridge Club

RESULTS: Congratulations to all our winners. Thursday 3rd August: 1st Horst Rosler and Marie O'Sullivan, 2nd Ger Foley and Finola Spillane. Thursday 10th August: 1st Horst Rosler and Marie O'Sullivan, 2nd Phyllis O'Regan and Eileen Crehan.

THURSDAY: We welcome members and visitors every Thursday at 9.45 in the Ross Cafe, Upper Lewis Road.

Fossa

MEETING: Killarney Christian Group will hold prayer meeting every Sunday at 11.30am in the Fossa Community Hall, V93FC9F. www.killarneychristiangroup. ie.

Kilcummin

KILCUMMIN CCÉ: Fleadh Cheoil na hÈireann. Mullingar, the host town for Fleadh Cheoil na hÈireann for the second year running did not disappoint for Kilcummin Comhaltas. The set dancing competitions were first up for our talented Kilcummin dancers who progressed through Kerry & subsequently, Munster to compete in these national finals. We were fortunate enough to have some great performances throughout the set dancing competitions and the following were the results: Ladies Full Set 15-18 placed 1st and crowned All Ireland Champions. Ladies Full Set 12-15 placed 1st and crowned All Ireland Champions. Over 18’s Full Mixed Set placed 3rd. Over 35’s Full Mixed Set placed 2nd. We also had huge successes in the music competitions with the ever-talented Eoin Foley placing first in the 12-15 Accordion competition and crowned All Ireland Champion. The superb talent of Michael Healy was also recognised twice when he placed 3rd in the 15-18 Accordion and also the Melodion. So much gratitude to all our members who participated, to their parents and coaches, and in recognition of all involved Kilcummin Comhaltas will be holding a celebration night at the Village Inn at 7pm on the 20th August – all are welcome.

CELEBRATION: We will be holding an end of year celebration of our branch on Sunday 20th August at 7pm in the Village Inn. Everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate with us. We hope to see everyone who competed in all competitions from Sult na nÓg, Ceoil an Geimhreadh, County, Munster & All Ireland Fleadheana and other Comhaltas events this year, joining us on the evening. We will also be joined by Denis Crowley & Helen Kerins, it will be no doubt a very enjoyable evening with lots of music, dancing & song.

SAVE THE DATES: As this is our 50th year we also have some important events upcoming. On Saturday 2nd September there is a mass for all deceased members of Kilcummin Comhaltas at 7.30pm in Kilcummin Church. On Saturday 14th October we will hold a 50-year celebration social in the Killarney Heights Hotel. Music with Neily O’Connor.

KILCUMMIN DEFIB GROUP: Kilcummin Defib Group is a community group established to provide public access defibrillators for the Kilcummin area. We have 8 units across Kilcummin available to assist in saving someone’s life in the event of a cardiac episode. The immediacy of these units is critical to favourable outcomes. This church gate collection being held on the weekend of 19th & 20th of August alongside other events provides for the upkeep of this network of defibs.

DIGITAL MEDIA COURSE: Digital Media Course Kerry ETB are offering a Computer Literacy Level 3 in Kilcummin Rural Development Office, starting on Monday 11th Sept from 7pm to 9.30pm. This course is an introduction to Word Processing, email, Internet, Computer theory. It will finish end of January with progression to Spreadsheets level 3, (7-10pm). Places are limited. For more information please contact Mary on 086 0749756. Mon-Fri (office hours).

MUSIC LESSONS: Instruments: Banjo, Tin whistle, Fiddle/violin. Classical and traditional music catered for. Fully qualified and garda vetted teacher. Excellent rates Tel. 087 9253224/087 9014681.