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THE REF’S CALL
By Owen Doyle
Memoir of a Rugby Referee
Owen Doyle is an Irish Times columnist and former Irish rugby Test match referee. Here in his frank, revealing and often humorous memoir, The Ref’s Call, he gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the high-pressured world of international rugby.
From the processes involved in becoming a referee, to officiating in the Five Nations, touring Internationals and a World Cup, Doyle takes us through the most memorable matches of his career and how, following his retirement, he became instrumental in coaching the most successful generation of referees in the IRFU’s history.
Covering over forty years of rugby, and written in his own inimitable style, Doyle looks at the challenges facing modern rugby, particularly the issues of concussion and dementia, to give a fascinating insight into the great game, told from a unique perspective.
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Top Inter-County ref Seamus Mulvihill with his winning greyhound “Liily” (Astra Lottie) after a winning a high quality race in Tralee recently. She is trained by another great North Kerry GAA man Paudie Keane
KILFLYNN
KILFLYNN DRAMA GROUP
In association with Kilflynn Community Together presented a Sam Cree’s hilarious play “Don’t Tell The Wife” on Wednesday 1st, Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th March to full house each night in St Columbas Centre, Kilflynn
Due to popular demand, extra nights have been added on Friday 10th and 11th March. Set in the 1960s, the play centres around a plumber and his wife, a plumber’s apprentice, and a neighbour for whom gossip seems to be a God-given right to part with. Doors open 7.30p.m Curtain 8.00p.m nightly. Bookings Maureen 087 9893847 before 6.00p.m and Mike 066 7135129 after 6.00p.m Bookings is essential as space is limited.
KILFLYNN ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
Countdown to St Patrick’s Day 2023 has started with plans well underway to celebrate this year’s festival.
The call now goes out to clubs and community groups to get involved in this year’s St Patrick’s Day parade in Kilflynn. Hundreds of people from dozens of organisations have taken part every year, showing the amazing community spirit in the village, and bringing much colour and entertainment to proceedings. Let this year be amazing.
Kilflynn Community Together are organising this year’s St Patrick’s Day Parade and are hoping to see all community groups taking part. Interested groups can contact Niamh on 0863144157 to book their place.
This year’s parade will get underway at 4:00pm sharp on March 17th. It will be a wonderful gathering of the Kilflynn and surrounding communities.
The name of the Grand Marshall, the person who will lead the 2023 Kilflynn parade, will be announced nearer the day. Follow our FB page for more updates
THE REBEL MUSIC QUEEN COMES TO THE KINGDOM
Eimear Glackin, also known as Eimhear Rebel, is set to perform in Parker’s Pub and Venue, Kilflynn on Sunday 16th April 2023 at 6.30p.m. This is Eimhear and her band’s first appearance in the Kingdom. With a growing fan base Eimhéar Ní Ghlacaín, has become one of the most popular artists on the Irish rebel scene. Her passionate and heartfelt renditions of our favourite ballads have earned her the title “Queen of Irish Rebel “, as she continues to draw crowds and sell out concerts across the globe. Tickets for the event are available on Eventbrite. ie at only 10 euro plus booking fee.
KERRY SENIOR HURLERS
The Kerry senior hurlers travel to Kildare on Satu 11th March to play the home side at St. Conleth’s Park, Newbridge in the Allianz National League Div 2A Round 4 at 2.00p.m best wishes to the Kerry players and their management.
CROTTA SENIOR HURLERS
The Crotta Senior hurlers commence their 2023 season with a trip to Ardfert on Sunday 5th March to play St. Brendan’s
in the first round of the County Senior hurling league div 1, and game finished level on a score of 1-13 apiece. The visitors led by 1-09 to 0-05 at the interval break. Crotta are home to Causeway in round 2 of the county league on Sunday 12th March at 2.00p.m. best of luck to the Senior hurlers and their management for the 2023 season.
ABBEYDORNEY/KILFLYNN ACTIVE RETIRED
Are meeting this Wednesday 8th March from 10.30 a.m. to 1.30pm in the Abbeydorney Parish Community Hall where a meal will be served. Any enquiries, please contact 066 7135831.
KILFLYNN CITY RUNNING GROUP
The Kilflynn City Club Stacks Mountain half in aid of the amazing charity of Bru Columbanus on Saturday 1st April 2023 A stunning half marathon and 10k that starts and finishes in Kilflynn village taking in all that Kilflynn has to offer from stunning views to hidden trails and pathways
Sign up now at https://kilflynncityrun.net
CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS
The Crotta hurling club weekly lotto draw was held on Monday 6th March at Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn.
The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the independent observer: Graham Harris, Clounsillagh, Lixnaw were 2,10,20 and 28. There was no winner of the 3,100 Jackpot. Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw: Mike Leen, (The Black) Ardfert, Maura Breen, Knocknacaska, Kilflynn and Deirdre Herbert, Castletown, Kilflynn
The next draw will take place in Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn. on Monday 13th March at 10.30p.m with a €3,200 Jackpot.
Tickets available 3 for €5 online visit www.crottagaa.club or this link https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_ id=427#Anchor or Herbert’s Bar/Village Store, Parker’s Pub, Zam Zam Kabab, Foley Shop Lixnaw, Abbeydorney Post Office or from Club ticket sellers. Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. The Club cannot emphasise enough the importance of our members promoting the Club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.
KERRY CAMOGIE: NATIONAL CAMOGIE LEAGUE DIVISION 2A
Kerry 1-11 -v- Cavan 1-2
Kerry took another step towards a possible league semi-final with a convincing win over a newly promoted Cavan side who have yet to register a point in the campaign. In fairness, Cavan were missing their best player in the veteran Niamh Keenaghan, but Kerry lined out without Ashbourne cup winners Rachel McCarthy in defence and Jackie Horgan up front, as well as talented scorer Amy O’Sullivan. Half-time Kerry 0-6 Cavan 1-01. The Crotta Hurling club was well represented on the team by Aoife Behan (wing back). Kerry travel to Derry next weekend having yet to taste defeat this year and with a chance of a League final still well within their grasp. Throw in is Best wishes to the Kerry players and their management
THE LONG ROAD FROM LISTOWEL ACROSS MUNSTER AS A FINAL IS WITHIN GRASP
LISTOWEL 31 DUNGARVAN 14
After a bruising winter on the road, giant killer underdogs Listowel, are now poised and ready at the Cork City gates in Crosshaven, as their incredible aim to breach the walls and enter Musgrave Park in the Munster Plate Final is only an hour of rugby away!
The Quarter Final at the Town Park: With Spring in Listowel, Dungarvan arrived in force last Sunday to the town park with some of Munsters biggest ever seen U16 players and a serious reputation throughout their pack.They were greeted warmly by the biggest home crowd of the season to support our all conquering underdog heroes. Listowel attacked from the start with the trojan work of the forward pack and the exceptional props John Curtin and Tadhg Mulvihill. Curtin was involved an incredible 4 times in the move before the talented and relentless second row Eamon O’Connor stripped the ball from a ruck and passed onto Curtin who laid it on a plate for outhalf Cathal Byrne to get over the line. This awakened the Dungarvan giants who rampaged over the line to take the lead back at 7 -5 from some well worked penalties and an excellent maul. The war of attrition continued and the well drilled Listowel’s defence stood tall and stood long, against an excellent Dungarvan pack with exceptional performances and turnovers from number 7, Sam Enright and back row Josh Aherne, while scrum half Fionn Byrne, his brother Cathal Byrne and Paul Lacoste on the wing gave a master class in tackling low against the biggest opposition to date.
Listowels line out jumping was exemplary with Mulvihills throwing excellent and quite spectacular heights reached, and great catching from inform second row Ruairi O’ Connell. It was off such a line out that O’ Connell soared and dropped to Fionn Byrne who threw a superb bullet to outhalf Cathal Byrne and the extraordinary partnership of centres Jack Buckley and Michael Coolahan was unleashed, with Coolahan going in under the posts to reclaim the lead with the try converted by the outhalf. Listowel 12 Dungarvan 7.
Listowel now had the momentum and Coolahan kicked for the corner near the Dungarvan try line, after superb running by Full back Jake Rochford putting the opposition under pressure time and again with his pressure vital as their relieving kick was returned with interest, following a great catch from vice captain Fionn Byrne. Captain, number 8 Liam Hanrahan, led the constant charge alongside O‘ Connor, Enright, Mulvihill, Hooker Jason Moriarty, Curtin and Aherne who exerted sustained pressure leading to a Dungarvan Scum. Fionn Byrne, the scrumhalf, immense all day, was electric off the scrum blocking down the opposition outhalf at full stretch, who was attempting to kick clear and Byrne managed somehow to touch down the ball behind the line for one of the most amazing tries of the season.
Listowel 17 Dungarvan 7 at Half Time: The pressure piled on by Dungarvan in the second half was very impressive and the Listowel defence was immense and had to be, an example of this incredible work was shown by centre Jack Buckley, helped greatly by flying winger Ewan Somers in clearing his line to half way. Buckley then followed up his 50m kick, made the tackle on the full back, released the player and made 2 further clear outs to win the penalty for Listowel.
A further break out from Listowel led to the scrum half ankle tapping his opposite number and getting in the tackle only for an incredible rob at speed from John Curtin getting Coolahan away in the centre of the field to go under the posts for his second try. Listowel 24 Dungarvan 7 Dungarvan exerted sustained pressure again to come back at Listowel getting in under the posts to gain back the momentum. Listowel 24 Dungarvan 14. Again Dungarvan came back only to be held up over the line by some incredible Listowel Defence. The starting team was added to greatly by the introductions of the excellent running of versatile Harry Reidy on the wing with Fionn Mcnamara on the opposite side and James Hunt at full back. Carlos Lopez added great running at centre alongside his Spanish counterpart the strong carrying Gonzalo Merino while James Roche made a great impact, also on the wing. The strength and depth of the squad was in full evidence with replacement hooker Ryan Henderson comfortably winning a great heel from a 5m scrum to set up captain Liam Hanrahan to show superb strength to cross the line in the corner at the death, seeing the inform outhalf Cathal Byrne slot over the long range conversion Listowel 31 Dungarvan 14.
Man of the match was Fionn Byrne at scrum half who bullied the scrums, caught the opposite number 8 and scrum half constantly, tackled ferociously, passed accurately with not one of over 100 passes going astray plus getting a superb block down try under high pressure when it was needed.
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Pictured: The Listowel U16 team with Club President Gus Sweeney and coaches Sean Leahy and David Byrne
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MOYVANE
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MARIAN HALL BLOTTO
Thursday, March 02. Numbers drawn: 2 8 9 32. There was no winner of the Jackpot. Lucky Dips: €100: Paudie Reidy, Athea. €50: Ger & Bridget O’Connor, Inchamore. €20 each: Jamie Allen, Ballyduff. Louise Enright. Ciaa & Denis, c/o Noreen Healy. Mary Leahy, Kilrush, c/o Julia McSweeney, Aughrim. Mike Keane, Coilagurteen. Free Tickets: Nancy O’Connor, O’Connell’s Avenue, Listowel. Peggy Barrett, Knockanure. Dolores Sugrue, O’Connell’s Avenue, Listowel. Bridie Heffernan, Tarmons. Claire Clancy, Dromin, Listowel. This Thursday night’s Jackpot (March 09) is €6,500 and the draw will be held at Bingo in The Marian Hall. Thank you for your support.
SPLIT THE BUCKET
Next draw will be held this Thursday night, March 09 at Bingo. Mags Mulcahy, Moyvane Bingo won €210 in the last draw two weeks ago. Please support your local school.
AGM MOYVANE DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION
Will be held in the Marian Hall on Tuesday, March 14 at 8.00pm. New members welcome.
GAA LOTTO
There was no winner of last Sunday night’s Jackpot. Numbers drawn: 1 3 25 30. Lucky Dips: €40 each: Hannah Enright, Enright’s Bar. John Sweeney, Online. Karen Hurley, Aughrim, Moyvane. Aine Sweeney, Online. Anita Flavin, Online. Tickets are available online by following the link on Moyvane GAA Facebook Page. All online entries must be registered by 6.00pm on the day of the draw. Entries after 6.00pm will be entered in the next draw. Tickets are also available at Kennelly’s Homevalue Hardware, Holly’s Gala, Stack’s Butchers, Corridan’s Garage, Newtownsandes Co-op, A New U and Curl Up & Dye. You can also contact any Committee member. Next week’s Jackpot is €6,200 and the draw will be held in Hanrahan’s Bar at 8.30pm on Sunday March 12 at 8.30pm. Thank you for your support.
SENIOR BADMINTON
Congratulations to Helen Browne and her partner, Jennifer Nash who won the Division 2 Ladies Doubles Championship last Friday night in Tralee Sports Complex. Thank you to all who supported the Moyvane Juvenile Badminton Quiz last Saturday night in Speedy’s. It was great to see so many people supporting the night. There were some serious raffle prizes. Thank you to all who donated prizes.
KNOCKANURE COMMUNITY CENTRE
Will hold a fundraising night on Saturday, March 11 at 8.00pm. Come along for a night of entertainment with John Shannon, plus local musicians and dance displays. (Bar, Hot Food, Tea/Coffee available on the night). Tickets €15, available on the night or locally. Contact 068 49799.
SPORTS CAPITAL
Division of the Dept. of Children, Equality, Disability, and Integration & Youth, if your Parish has any buildings that might be suitable for providing shelter for refugees and can be made available on a short or long term basis, please contact the Dept. at IPPS@equality.gov.ie.
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
MOYVANE:
Thursday, March 09 10.00am Anniversary Mass for Catherine O’Connor, Church Street, Glin.
Saturday, March 11 7.30pm Third Anniversary Mass for Patrick Hayes.
Sunday, March 05 11.00am Anniversary Mass for Peggy & Mick Sheehan, Leitrim Middle.
KNOCKANURE:
Friday, March 10 Private Intention at 10.00am.
Sunday, March 12 Anniversary Mass for Margaret & Michael Flynn at 9.30am.
BALLYDUFF LOTTO DRAW
The results of the weekly Ballyduff GAA Club, Lady’s Walk Hurling Club and the Ballyduff Community Games Committee Lotto Draw for Tuesday February 28th are as follows: The numbers drawn were 2, 14 & 19 and the Bonus number was 6. There was no winner of the €18,400 Jackpot or the €400 Match 3. The €20 consolation winners were Liam Boyle, Ballincrossig; Ann Woulfe, Kilmorna, Listowel; Katie Cahill, Castlecove. The Lotto Draw takes place on each Tuesday night at the GAA Clubrooms. Tickets cost €2.50 each and are available at the local shops and businesses and from members of the promoting Clubs. Remember “If you are not in you can’t win”. You may also play the Lotto online at www. ballyduffgaa.com.
BALLYDUFF GAA NEWS
Minor Football:
Although very short in numbers our Minor football team travelled to Glenflesk on Saturday last with only 16 players. They battled courageously and were eight points down with six minutes left on the clock but a late scoring spree saw them come away with a share of the spoils on the final score Ballyduff 5 – 7 Glenflesk 4 – 10. Well done to the Team and Management.
County Hurling League:
The top field was the venue for the opening round of the Credit Union sponsored County Senior Hurling league with Lixnaw providing the opposition. Both sides were short a number of players due to the involvement of players with the County Senior & U20 hurlers. Ballyduff introduced a number of players from last year’s minor team and it was great to see Luke Kennelly, Killian Boyle, Stefan Carrig, Aaron Whyte and Rory Whelan make their Senior debuts. However it was Killian Boyle who stole the show displaying a wide range of skills that his Dad (Mikey), or his uncles, would be proud with Killian scoring a penalty, points from frees and a delightful side cut from 50 metres out to fashion a deserved victory on the scoreline of Ballyduff 1 – 20 Lixnaw 0 – 18. Round two takes place this weekend when we travel to Lewis Road, Killarney to take on Dr Crokes time to be confirmed.
Kerry Hurlers: Best of luck to the Kerry Senior Hurling team who travel to Newbridge this weekend to take on the Lily Whites in the Allianz National Hurling League. Victory here would ensure that Kerry would qualify for the latter stages of the League.
Club Membership: Ballyduff GAA Club Membership is now due with the prices as follows; Adult Membership €50; Family membership €80; Juvenile membership €40.
CHURCH NEWS
Masses for the week
Thursday 10.00am: Tom Browne, Rahela
Friday 7.00pm: David, Maryanne, Brendan, Dave, Jack & Paddy O’Connor.
Saturday 6.30pm: Mass in Causeway
Sunday 11.00am: Tom Goggin, Bill O’Leary, Leonard & Bridget Goodliffe
Reader: Sunday 11.00am – Paul McCarthy
Ministers of the Eucharist: Sunday 11.00am – Rita Goulding/Anthony Doyle/Sarah Ann Ross
Divine Mercy: Every Sunday at 3.00pm.
Eucharistic Adoration: Every Thursday 10.30am –11.30am.
Communion Calls: This Thursday March 9th at the usual times.
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Trocaire Boxes: available in the porches. Please take one. Stations Of The Cross: Every Friday after Mass during Lent.
Parish Pastoral Council: A new Pastoral Council must be put in place in the near future. Are you interested in being part of it? We would love to hear from you, especially young people over the age of eighteen. It is intended to limit the Council to a maximum of 12 people. Some of the outgoing members may or may not want to serve again. Please let us know as soon as possible.
Escorted Pilgrimage to Knock shrine: on March 20th at a cost of €599 per person sharing. Prices include return bus, 4 nights in Knock House Hotel with full board, Day trips to Ballintubber Abbey, Croagh Patrick. Fr. Peyton Centre & National Museum. Contact Patricia on (087)1890236 or email knockpilgrimages@gmail.com
PARADE
The Ballyduff St. Patrick’s Day parade will take place on Friday March 17th after 11.00am Mass. All those participating are asked to assemble in the Square.
RATTOO ROVERS FIELD DRAW
The results of the Rattoo Rovers Field Fund Draw for February are as follows:
1st €400 – James Hussey, Ardoughter, Ballyduff.
2nd €100 – James Herlihy, 6 Riverside, Tralee.
3rd €75 – Eileen Dowling, Glounerdalive, Ballyduff
4th €50 – Liam Boyle(Jun.), Ballincrossig, Ballyduff
CELEBRATION CONCERT
A Celebration Concert of the Music, Song, Dance and Story of North Kerry in honour of the late Michael Dowling, Listowel, will take place at The Tinteán , Ballybunion on this Saturday March 11th commencing at 8.00pm. The concert will feature Brian Murphy, Danny O’Mahony, Frances Kennedy, Lorraine Nash, Katie Galvin, Jonathan Kelliher, Jimmy Hickey, Karen Trench, John Kinsella, James Duggan & Seán Murphy. Concert ticket costs €20 and all proceeds in aid of the Michael Dowling Memorial Sculpture Fund. For more information please phone (087)8113661.
ST. BRENDANS A.C.
Juveniles: Well done to a host of juveniles from St Brendan’s AC who completed in relays at the Munster indoor championships in Nenagh on Saturday last. Great experience was gained by the younger athletes. The championships continue on this Sunday with 22 juveniles involved in a variety of events, including walks where the club will have 5 athletes competing for the first time ever.
Juvenile training continues on Wednesday in the ARC and on Friday in Banna starting at 6.00pm each day. Check details on social media and on messages to parents.
Adults: Over 20 adults in St Brendan’s AC will be participating in the Kerry Athletics 5K road championships in Kilmoyley on Sunday also, hosted by the club. The action begins at 10.00am from the Kilmoyley Community Centre and athletes from all over the county will be involved. People using the roads from the Community Centre to the Causeway road near Screw Cross, Lerrig Cross, Kilmoyley GAA pitch and the church are asked to be aware of the runners, the signage and the stewards. The club thanks the management of the Kilmoyley Community Centre for kindly offering the excellent facility for the morning and also the marshals for offering their services
Anyone who wants to help from 9.30am to 10.45am on Sunday morning may contact any club member or ring 087 7985557.
Adult training continues on Mondays and Wednesdays while the very successful Couch to 5K sessions for all continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.30pm in the ARC.
Relaxing while waiting for the commemoration to begin at Kilflynn Village on Sunday afternoon were Joe Dillon, Abbeydorney, Moss Moriarty, Ballylongford, Michael Ballely, Asdee, Thomas Harrington, Causeway with Robert Beasley and Sean Stack (back row) from Ballybunion. Photo Moss Joe Browne
Diocesan Collection: This weekend, 11/12th March –Emigrant Services. Funds raised in Churches all over Ireland allows the Irish Church to offer essential support to organisations providing Pastoral, practical outreach to the most marginalised and vulnerable groups of Irish people living abroad, many of whom are living lives of
Information: Check Facebook, Instagram, email stbrendansa.c.kerry@gmail.com or ring 087 7985557 for any club information.
A THOUGHT
Common sense is a flower that does not grow in everyone’s garden!!!
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BALLYBUNION
BALLYBUNION COMHALTAS
Ballybunion Comhaltas are having their annual concert on Thursday 16th March at 7pm in St Joseph’s Secondary School.
CONDOLONCES
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to Mary Mulvihill on the death of her Father Richard (Dick) Keane of the Village Causeway, May he Rest In Peace.
BALLYBUNION TRIATHLON
Are holding a quiz night this Saturday night 11th March in the Railway Bar. Teams of 4 entry is €40, Starts at 8.30pm all are welcome to attend all proceeds in aid of Ballybunion Triathlon Club
TINTEÁN THEATRE
Pat & Faye Shortt are coming on Sat 29th April, Elvis the Vegas Experience on Sat 6th May, Waterloo on Sat 1st July, Johnny Cash returns on Sat 22nd July, Cliona Hagan on Fri 4th August, Tina Turner Tribute act-Proud Mary and her city limits on Sat 19th August. You can secure your tickets today via the website www.tintean.ie
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
We here at Ballybunion Tourist Office have started compiling a list of events for the upcoming months. If you have an event coming up please get in touch with the tourist office on 068-25555 email ballybuniontouristoffice@gmail.com or send a message on the Facebook page Ballybunion Tourist Office. This would be a great way to advertise your event and will be printed in the notice board going into Supervalu and on the Ladies beach.
COMMUNITY CENTRE AGM
Ballybunion Community Centre AGM takes place on March 13th at 8.15, upstairs in the Community Centre. Everyone welcome
BALLYBUNION PHOTOGRAPHY
Are now currently taking Bookings for the 2023 Communion & Confirmations Classes at St John’s Church Ballybunion anyone interested can contact Ballybunion Photography or for more Information @0861715188 or emailing luke@ballybunion.photography and the Ballybunion Photography Website www.ballybunion.photography
FUNDRAISER FOR BALLYBUNION SEA RESCUE
Freezin For a Reason with the Ballybunion Dippers. Swim In Green at the Ladies Beach Sunday 19th March at 12pm. All money raised will be going to the Ballybunion Sea and cliff rescue.
AFTERNOON TEA DANCE
The next afternoon Tea Dance will be held Sunday March 26th in Ballybunion Community Centre from 3pm-5pm. All are welcome to attend, Admission is €7 which includes refreshments. Music by Ger Walsh in Aid Of Pattern Day. Come along and enjoy a great afternoon of music, dance, chats and tea while supporting charities.
RUN BALLYBUNION
Registration is now open for Run Ballybunion 2023 Easter Saturday as always. Visit www.Runballybunion.com to avail of limited early discounted rates
CHRISTMAS PARTY PHOTOS
Photos from this year’s Senior Citizens Party can be collected from the Ballybunion Tourist Office Monday to Friday between 9.00am – 2.00pm.
BALLYBUNION COMMUNITY MARKET
A St. Patrick’s weekend community market will be held on Saturday 18th March from 10am to 2pm in McMunn’s Garden at the end of Main Street. There will be a fantastic range of beautiful gifts for Mother’s day. Market stalls, Artisan Food, local Produce & Craft to Ballybunion. Entry is free.
BALLYBUNION ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
Good news the St. Patrick’s Day Parade will again take place this year, it will start from St. John’s Church, Church Road, at 3.00pm. Anyone who wants to take part be sure to be in the church car park no later than 2.20pm on the 17th March. So Dust Down your floats, and Get Your Walking Shoes on. See you all on the day.
GROW MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP
Grow Mental Health Support Group will be coming to Ballybunion in the Community Centre on Wednesdays at 6pm. Grow Mental Health is a charity that provides free, friendly, community based, peer support groups for anyone who is experiencing a mental health issue. No booking required.
BALLYBUNION PARENT & TODDLER GROUP
The parent & Toddler group every Wednesday from 10am-12.30pm in Ballybunion Community Centre. This is a great meeting place for parents & carers with babies & small children to relax & chat together while children play. Everyone is welcome to attend. Cost is €3 per family which includes snacks and group outings. For more information please contact Laura on 087 057 3384.
ACTIVE RETIREMENT
Weekly meetings for the Ballybunion Active Retirement group are held on Wednesday’s at 2.00pm in the old convent. New members are most welcome
CLOTHES COLLECTION
Scoil Íosagáin’s Parents Association will hold several clothes collections throughout the year. Clothes can be dropped to the front door of the school at any time during the school year, during school hours Monday to Friday only. Reusable items of clothing, bed linen (No quilts or pillows), paired shoes, belts, handbags, towels and curtains. A big thank you to all who contributed to our last collection which was a great success. Please do not leave bags at the school gates.
CHILDREN’S ART AND CRAFT CLASSES
Creative Art & Craft classes for children. Winter schedule. (Drop In) Fun workshops. Every Saturday 11.30am to 1pm.All materials supplied. Creative Birthday Parties also available. For information contact Marie 0860664435.
LB ROVERS GOLF CLASSIC 2023
LB Rovers are pleased to announce we will be hosting a Golf Classic at the splendid Ballybunion Cashen Course in Aid of our field purchase on Friday 31st March. Tee Times 9.00am - 3.00pm, Entry: €200.00 (Team of 4 People), Tee Sponsorship - €100.00, Green Sponsorship - €100.00. Contact Eoin O’ Mahony 087 2254837 or email eomahony76@gmail.com
CHAIR BASED FITNESS PROGRAM
Class Chair-Based Exercise in Ballybunion Community Center every Tues.11.00am-12.00pm. Pay as you go classes available also, Please phone to book your chair call Martina on 087 797 3688
BALLYBUNION MEALS ON WHEELS
The Ballybunion meals on wheels service will be delivered 3 days a week, meals will be delivered on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Anyone wishing to avail of delivery please contact Eileen Fogarty on 086 2234 965 or Con McCarthy on 087 418 4241. The areas covered are Ballybunion, Lisselton, Asdee and Ballylongford. The dinner will be delivered to your door by one of the men at the cost of €7 per meal.
MEN’S AQUA AEROBICS
Men’s only Aqua aerobics classes every Friday evenings in Ballybunion Health and Leisure Centre. If interested please contact Martina on 0877973688
JOY FIT IRELAND
Joy fit is a new exercise programme to Ballybunion, jumping for joy. The venue is the community centre. Tues, Thurs and Sat at 10am and is €15 per class. Booking is required because there are a limited number of boots and they depend on size and weight. Text +380686849819.
BALLYBUNION CCÉ
A reminder that music classes are every Friday in St Joseph Sec School. Registration is also available €6 per child, family membership €20. For more information on classes/times/ registration and hire of instruments Contact Betty 087 9662902. John Fennel Set Dancing Ltd will be doing lessons each Saturday in St Joseph’s Secondary School Hall. Enquires contact John 087 9941466 or Deirdre 086 8429548.
SOCIAL DANCING
Social Dancing takes place every Tuesday night from 7.30pm upstairs in the Community Centre “The Old Central Ballroom” A great night of fun and dancing including waltzing, jiving, quick set, line dancing etc. Please come along and show your support. You do not need a partner on the night.
TAEKWON-DO BALLYBUNION
Taekwon-do Classes are ongoing in Ballybunion Community Centre upstairs hall, on Wednesday evening for beginners aged 5yrs+, teens and adults and on Friday evenings for beginner teens and adults. Great for confidence, balance, co-ordination, fitness, self-defense, self-discipline and its fun. Beginners are always welcome - if interested please contact Michael on 087 9245637.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
Community Employment offers work experience, training courses, welfare payments plus top-up, and an opportunity to contribute to your community. Current part-time positions (19.5 hrs. /wk.) Include: Tourist Office Attendant; Leisure Centre Receptionist; Environmental Worker; Community Centre Caretaker. For details, contact Rosaleen on 068 27799 or email saothairnanabhann@gmail.com
SAN RITA WELLNESS
In Person Meetings take place every Thursday from 10am-11am and now every Thursday evening from 6.30pm to 7.30pm in Ballybunion Health & Leisure centre. If you are anxious to make a start now you can join our “At Home Service” where our members love the support, motivation, accountability and also seeing fantastic results on the scales. Call us for more information. Sandra 087 6718377 Rita 087 1012174
BALLYBUNION COMMUNITY CENTRE
Ballybunion Community centre offers the following services to the community, typing service, Printing, Photocopying, Scanning, and Shredding. Email: ballybcomcentre@gmail.com Phone 068-27799
Clubs & Activities in the centre include: Badminton, Basketball, Gymnastics, Jackie O’Mahony Stage School, Taekwondo, Yoga, Silverback fitness and more. We also now provide outreach services provided by our Family Support Coordinator Laura Bennett, which include play therapy, counselling, parents plus courses, baby massage, mental health supports. Childcare services, fun camps.
BALLYBUNION BADMINTON
Ballybunion Badminton takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays 8pm to 10pm, in Ballybunion Community Centre €5 per person. New members are always welcome. If you have any enquiries please contact the Ballybunion Baseliners Facebook page.
BALLYBUNION LIBRARY
Opening Hours: Tues-Sat Inc from 10am-1:30pm and 2:30pm-5pm.Membership is free.
A regular supply of new books, including bestsellers to be borrowed; requests can be made online or in the branch. We offer PC’s with printing (colour and black/white) and photocopying. We also have daily and weekly newspapers for your perusal. 068 27615
BALLYBUNION NOTES
If you would like to include anything in The Ballybunion Notes, please forward to email address below or send us a message to the Ballybunion Tourist Office Facebook page by 10am on Monday Ballybuniontouristoffice@gmail.com
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TARBERT
TARBERT NEWS
Email; tarbertnews@outlook.com or telephone Patrick Lynch at 068/ 36117 on or before 7pm Sunday.
DEATH
The death took place of Kathleen Corrigan, née O’Connor of Cahir, County Tipperary and formerly of Tieraclea, Tarbert. Kathleen who was aged 79 died on Friday 3 March at Tipperary University Hospital. She had not been in good health in recent years. She reposed at home on Sunday 5 March. Her Requiem Mass took place on Monday 6 March in St Kieran’s Church, Ballylooby followed by private cremation. Many people from Tarbert attended the funeral service on both days. Kathleen was one of seven children, five boys and two girls, born to Dan and Kathleen O’Connor, nee Collins, in Tieraclea Tarbert. She attended the local Tarbert Girls National School where her aunt May O’Connell, was the Principal teacher. She later attended St Ita’s College, Tarbert and actively participated in all the local activities. She married Edward Corrigan and moved to live in Cahir rearing a family of four children and helping in the running of the local family business. She was predeceased by her brothers Jeremiah(Der) and Paddy. Sympathy of the community is extended to her husband Edward, son Conor, daughters Susan, Lorraine and Louise, to her brothers Liam in New York, Donie and John in Tarbert, sister Noreen in Dublin and to the extended O’Connor and Corrigan families, neighbours, relatives and friends. Beannacht Dé lena h-anam uasal dílis agus leaba i measc na naoimh go raibh aici.
BEIR BUA GABRIEL
Well done to our neighbour Gabriel Fitzmaurice on the launch of his book ‘Gan focal, Frugal speech’ last week in St John’s Art Centre, Listowel. The book is a collection of twenty poems in both Irish and English with illustrations by his anam cara Brenda, formerly Downey from Tarbert and was launched by Dara O’Cinnéide, of Radio na Gaeltachta. Everybody enjoyed the night which featured contributions in music, song and verse from Gabriel and friends. In the words of reviewer Alan Titley ‘Is beag file eile gur féidir a rá ina thaobh go dtugann a chuid dánta pléisiur laithreach duit’.
POKER CLASSIC
There will be a 5 Card Draw Poker Classic on this Friday 10th. March in Carmody’s Bar at 8 pm and entry is fee €30. This is a fundraiser for the newly formed Tarbert Rowing Club and your support would be appreciated.
ACTIVE RETIRED
Tarbert Active Retirement Group meets in Tarbert Bridewell every Friday between 10.30 am and 12 noon. There are different activities every week and new members are welcome.
REMEMBERING MICHAEL
On Saturday next, 11 March there will be a Celebration Concert in the Tinteán Theatre, Ballybunion at 8pm to honour the memory of the late Michael Dowling. Michael was born in Shanaway, Tarbert and played for Tarbert Senior Football team in the late 1950’s. Married and living in Listowel where he farmed he was active in many organisations, most notably Comhaltas Ceoltoirí Eireann and was responsible for the running of many very successful
All Ireland Fleadhanna Ceoil in Listowel, the Wren boy competitions during the Listowel Races. He was also a life-long member of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association and many other community groups in North Kerry. The Concert features a big line up of many talented performers and tickets are available at €20 each which can be purchased on line at www.tintean.ie and doors will be open at 7 pm on the night. The proceeds will be in aid of a suitable memorial in memory of the late Michael and your support would be appreciated.
LÁ LE PÁDRAIG
Friday 17 March is the Feast Day of our National Apostle and the Development Association are anxious that as many people as possible, young and old would take part in the traditional parade. You can text or phone 087/9111409 to register your group taking part in the parade or if you wish to volunteer to do stewarding on the day. St Patrick in full regalia will lead the parade. Hopefully this year’s parade will be a bigger occasion than last year’s event which will only happen if people participate and encourage your friends to get involved. Ní neart go chur le chéile.
SEACHTAIN NA GAEILGE
Tá Seachtain na Gaeilge buailte linn anois agus ba cheart duinn iarracht speisialta a dheánamh chun teanga agus cultúr Gaelach a chur chun cinn. Bain triail as cúpla fhocail a úsaíd shompla ‘go raibh maith agat’, ‘tá fáilte romhat’, ná h-abair é. ‘Slán go fóill’. Mar a deireann an sean-fhocail ‘beagánin is beagánin sin móranín’
GAA 500 DRAW
The Tarbert GAA 500 Draw took place on Sunday 5 March and the lucky winners were€500 won by Shirley Walsh, Chapel Street, Tarbert and €50 each won by Jack Sheehan and Ciaran Lanigan. Comhghairdeas leo agus beidh an chéad comórtas duais eile ar siúl ar an Domnach 2ad lá mI Aibreán agus na ticéidi ar fáil anois ar an idirlín agus ag Oifig an Phoist.
DOG FOULING
It has been brought to my notice that dog fouling is now a problem on the footpath walk on the Island road despite signs and collection points for dog litter. The people, young and old who enjoy this amenity walk should not have to suffer this potential health hazard. The clear message is that if your dog does his business then you his owner must do your business and clean up the mess.
LIXNAW
ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH
Mass Times: Monday 6th March, Mass at 7.30pm. Wednesday 8th March, Mass at 10.00am. Friday 10th March, Mass at 7.30pm for Kitty & John McMahon, Ballinagare. Saturday 11th March, Mass at 7.30pm for Margaret Deenihan, Ballinclogher (Month’s Mind Mass); Bridie O’Brien & deceased members of the O’Brien Family, Lower Pallas; Kathleen Barrett (née Fuller), Luton & Glenoe.
IRREMORE CHURCH:
Mass Times: Sunday 12th March, Mass at 11.00am for Maurice O’Donoghue, Mountcoal.
RATHEA CHURCH:
Mass Times: Sunday 12th March, Mass at 9.30am for Bridie & Tom Dillon, Gortaclough & Tim & Nora Dillon, Kilmorna.
PARISH OFFICE:
The Parish office is open from 11.00am – 2.00pm on Wednesdays. Tel. no. (066) 7132111.
OBITUARIES
A Memorial Mass will take place on Saturday 11th March at 11am in St. Michael’s Church Lixnaw, for Patrick O’Sullivan, followed by burial of his Ashes in Kiltomey Cemetery. Patrick resided in London and was formerly of Irrebeg, Lixnaw but spent many a holiday period in Garrynagore, Lixnaw. Sympathy to his wife Kitty, children: Tracie, Sarah, Catriona, Barry, his sisters: Bidsie, Kathleen, Margaret, Myra, Nancy, his brothers: Micheál, Steven, Willie, John, T. J., and all the extended O’Sullivan family. May he rest in peace.
The death recently occurred of Colm Kennelly, Philadelphia, U.S.A. and formerly of Finuge, Lixnaw. Sympathy to his father Paul, his wife Eka Ulfa, children: Kiera, Brendan and Orla, his cousin Deirdre, and the extended Kennelly family. Paul’s Funeral Mass took place on Monday 6th March in the Church of Our Lady of Fatima and St. Senan Irremore, followed by burial in Finuge Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
LIXNAW GAA CLUB
Split The Bucket Draw: Congratulations to Anthony O’Carroll, on winning €126 in the Split the Bucket Draw. Next week’s draw will take place in the Lixnaw Post Office. Thanks for your continued support.
LIXNAW CLUB LOTTO DRAW:
Jackpot €10,100. Numbers drawn were: 5, 9, 25, 26. No jackpot winner. €20 winners: John Conway, Lixnaw; Matt Fitzmaurice, Lixnaw; Moss Kelly, Duagh. Next draw will take place in Quilter’s Bar, Lixnaw on Monday 6th March. Jackpot €10,150
LIXNAW COMMUNITY GAMES
Upcoming Events:
Registrations are now being taken for the following competitions: Gymnastics U.9, U.11, U.13 & U.15. Cross-Country U.12, U.13 & U.14. Recitation U.12 & U.16. Music U.12 & U.16. Singing U.12 & U.16. Boys Soccer U.12 Girls Soccer U.12 & U.15. Gaelic Football (Mixed) U.10. Girls Gaelic Football U.12 & U.14. Marathon U.16. If interested, please send your entry to the following email address: lixnaw@communitygames.eu
Please include the child’s name, address, date of birth and particular competition. Details of competitions can be found at www.communitygames.ie
Please note, participants must reside in Lixnaw Parish. The cutoff date is 31st July for individual age groups. For further details, please refer to the Lixnaw Community Games Facebook page.
ST SENAN’S GAA
Club Lotto Draw:
Date 27/02/2023 Jackpot €8,200. There was no jackpot winner: numbers drawn were 14, 19, 24, 26. Lucky Dip €30 winners: Kelliher children, Banemore; Tim Linehan, Kilcummin. Lucky Dip €20 winners: Tommy & Dean, c/o Margaret Stackpoole, Athea; Noreen Enright; Joseph McElligott, Glenoe. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Next week’s draw will take place at the Clubhouse Mountcoal, and Jackpot will be €8,300. Tickets are available at Kelly’s Six Crosses, The Halfway Bar, play online or from any Club Officer. Thank you for your continued support.
CONTACT
To include items in the Lixnaw notes, please email lixnawnotes@ gmail.com by 10pm on Sunday evening.
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Listowel Celtic U7 Boys who played a Blitz in Castleisland AFC at the weekend
Listowel Celtic U13 girls who beat LB Rovers 4-1 last week
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Maurice Falvey will make his eagerly anticipated professional boxing debut at the “Ring Kings” Homecoming show in Waterford on April 8. From Ballybunion, and training in Dublin with Tony Davitt, Maurice has adapted to the pros quicker than was expected.
The 26 year old Falvey has been boxing since he was 11 years of age and has competed in Tournaments and Internationals in Ireland, the UK and America. Patrick O Brien who trained Maurice Falvey and Kevin Cronin (The Kingdom Warrior) in the Cashen Vale A.B.C. Club, will remain a part of Falvey’s team, as well as Maurice’s father, who is also a qualified boxing coach.
5th year Science students from Presentation Listowel attended the iWish conference in the RDS Dublin on Tuesday 28th February.
iWish celebrates women in STEM related careers and encourages STEM uptake amongst girls
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James Keane, Ballinagare, Lixnaw - who dressed up as Burt from Ratburger by David Walliams for World Book Day 2023
Thomas Keane, Tadgh Dalton and Liam O’Flaherty who won their Munster Final with U13 Kerry Soccer team at weekend
Local folk attending the Centenary Commemorations at Kilflynn on Sunday were John McElligott, Mike Parker, Heather Sutton, Master Adare Quinlan, Richard McElligott and Graham Harris. Photo Moss Joe Browne
Finuge / St. Senans U16s who were presented with a new set of jerseys kindly sponsored by Jer of GPL Carpentry
Marian Fitzgerald with her friend Kay Lynch and dog Penny were enjoying a Sunday afternoon at Kilflynn Village. Photo Moss Joe Browne
LISTOWEL CELTIC
Draw 27/03/23 - Numbers Drawn 3-10-11-23
Jackpot not won - Lucky Dip Winners
€40 Michael Cronin, Bridge Road
€20 Mike Corridan, Moyvane
€20 Mike Canavan, Listowel
€20 Mike Houlihan, Tarbert
€20 Majella McKeown, Cobh
Draw 06/03/23 - Numbers Drawn 14-18-21-22
Jackpot not won - Lucky Dip Winners
€40 Ann Woulfe, Kilmorna
€20 Pat Brodbin, College Road
€20 Kenneth Sweeney c/o Mikes
€20 Mike Holly,O’Connells Avenue
€20 Evan White c/o Gary White
Next Draw 13/02/23 at The Kingdom - Jackpot €6,100
Congratulations to Listowel Celtic’s Mason Sheehy Elston and his U12 Kerry Interleague team who won their Munster final last Saturday in Cahir beating South Tipperary 5-1.
Congratulations also to Listowel Celtic’s U13 boys Tadgh Dalton, Liam O’Flaherty and Thomas Keane and their U13 Kerry Interleague team who won their Munster final on Sunday beating Limerick County 2-1 Listowel Celtic are very proud of the all boys achievements to date.
Congratulations to former Listowel Celtic player Laura Falvey who scored for her Ireland U15 schools team against their Northen Ireland counterparts on Sunday. Final score was 1-1. Laura played for Listowel Celtic until she signed for Treaty United a few weeks ago. We wish her every success in her football career and is a huge asset to any team.
Listowel Celtic are taking part in the Listowel St.Patrick’s Day parade. We celebrate 60 years since the foundation of our club this year and we are asking all former players to join us in the parade this year as we celebrate this diamond anniversary.
Best of luck to all teams in action this weekend,keep an eye on our face book page for fixtures and results.
LISTOWEL EMMETS
Membership: Listowel Emmets membership is now open and can be accessed through www.listowelemmetsgaa.com.
Sympathy:
Listowel Emmets would like to extend their deepest sympathies to the family of John Barry Dirha Cottages and Martin Mulvihill College Lawn and to Ethna Galvin on the passing of her brother Seamus Donnelly (Roscommon), may they Rest in Peace.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade anyone wishing to parade with Emmets on St. Patrick’s Day please meet at Listowel Cash & Carry at 12.15pm.
Emmets Results
Keane’s Supervalu County Minor League – Div 2B Emmets 1-12 Milltown Castlemaine 1-10 The minors made it three from three in their county league clash with Milltown Castlemaine at home on Saturday last, this was a highly entertaining game with both teams giving it their all and the bare minimum between the sides at the small whistle Milltown Castlemaine 0-6 Emmets 0-5. Conor Sweeney levelled things up on the resumption but the pendulum began to sway in favour of the visitors as they took the next 3 scores, with their full forward taking a fine goal as Emmets defence were in disarray. It was the nudge the home side needed with some fine fielding from Aaron Kennelly saw their attack take good scores from Harry Reidy and Aaron Carey. Pa Walsh was now operating on the 40 and aided the Emmets attack as he drove forward at every opportunity finding Conor Sweeney and Ajay Barrett who converted. As the game entered the final few minutes Aaron Kennelly again fielded a good ball and drove forward he collected a pass from Aaron Carey and hit the back of the net putting Emmets into a two point lead. Milltown continued to billow down on the Emmets defence but they dealt with what came in front of them and Emmets held on for a two point victory, they now meet with Kerins O’Rahilly’s away this Saturday at 3pm in Strand Road. Well done to the boys on a great team performance.
NK Division 1 League Final: Emmets 1-12 Castleisland Desmonds 0-13
Emmets travelled to Brosna last Sunday to meet with Desmonds in a repeat of the North Kerry Championship final. Both teams started brightly and exchanged scores with Daragh Lynch in particular showing well ably assisted by Davy Keane. Half time score Emmets 0-7 Desmonds 0-6. Desmonds took the two scores of the second half and Emmets quickly responded and that was the tale of the majority of the third quarter with Adam O’Donoghue and Bryan Sweeney trading scores. Joe Joe Grimes hit home his first and on the kick out Emmets continued to press turning over ball and Eddie Browne found the back of the net on 27th minute, Desmonds responded with two more points as Emmets ran out winners by two. Again, a great team performance from the seniors as Darragh Leahy and Niall Collins were presented the North Kerry League Cup from Deirdre McCarthy of McCarthy Insurance Group.
Emmets Fixtures: Keane’s Supervalu County Minor League – Div 2B Round 4: Kerin’s O’Rahillys V Emmets Saturday 11th March 3pm, Strand Rd.
LIOS TUATHAIL AC
Last weekend saw the final day of the Munster indoors championships with relays, triple jump and throws on offer over the weekend.
Tally Collins won silver in the U16 triple jump. Tally well used of the long jump but this was her first outing in the triple jump so good days work for this hard working athlete. Our U17 girls 4*200m won bronze medal with a new Pb. The team finished second in the semi final and battled well to take the bronze medal. Well done to Mollie, Saoirse, Tally and Emma. Aoibhinn Harte competed in the shot putt and was just outside the medals in 4th position.
Club shop: The club gear can be purchased through the club shop which is opened until March 14th. Please check our social media for further information and links to the shop.
All of our training groups are busy training at the present preparing for the upcoming indoors season across all age groups. We welcome anyone that want to come along and try athletics and see if they can run, jump or throw. Lios Tuathail AC training times are as follows:
Tuesday at 7pm, Sprints in St Michael’s.
Tuesday at 6.30pm middle distance in the Cows Lawn.
Friday at 7pm at An Riocht in Castleisland.
Sunday at 10.30 at county squads
Saturday 10am Little athletics (7-11 years) at St Michael’s school hall. Any new athletes wishing to join can contact club coach Brendan on 0872874184.
BEALE GAA
Beale minors put in another great team performance in their third County League match. It can be truly said that they are improving as time goes on. After a long bus trip to Valentia Island on Saturday last, the Beale boys earned our first points of the County League campaign with a hard-fought draw. The match was played in perfect weather conditions. We started brightly and were leading three points to one after 10 minutes. However, the home side dominated the next 20 minutes and notched up 1-5 to lead by four points at half time.
At the interval, our side-line asked for more intensity and effort from the players, and they duly responded with greater effort in the second half. At one stage early in the second half, we were behind by 6 points. We rallied by applying greater pressure,, forcing turnovers and by winning more kick outs. We got a foothold in the game and hit back with a goal and a point to leave only two points between the teams
The home team responded with a point to stretch the lead to three points. We did not give up and pressed forward again as the home team wilted under the pressure, and we won a kickout to create a good attacking move. We cut through the home defence to score the equalising point.
Our boys had managed to eke out a draw which they deserved, 1-12 apiece. This gives our players a boost as they face into their two remaining games in the County League. Ournext round game is on Saturday at 3 o’clock against St Senans in Páirc de Staic. Then our final round game is away to Firies on March 18th.
Beale seniors contest County League, Division 4, again this year. Our first game is on St Patrick’s weekend when we host Sneem/Derrynane. Then, at the beginning of April, we host Cromane and travel to St Senans at Easter. Teams in our group for the Junior Championship are Knocknagoshel, Kilgarvanand Reenard. We travel to Renard for our first game. Details to be confirmed.
This week’s Beale Lotto took place on Sunday night in Mikey Joe’s. The Lotto jackpot was not won and there were two Match-3 winners.Martin Costelloe, Doon Rd, and Kayla Browne, each receive €50. Stephen Keane won 5 free tickets. Numbers drawn were 4,16, 26 and 32. Next week’s lotto jackpot is €2,900. Draw takes place on Sunday night in Tim Joe’s at 9 o’clock.A huge ‘míle buíochas’ to everyone who supports and promotes the Beale Lotto.Tickets, €2 each or 3 for a fiver, may be bought online and are available in Joyce’s Newsagents and in the local pubs. Terms and conditions on tickets and social media pages.
Club membership is up for renewal. To renew or to join as a new member, contact Debbie Hannan, Registrar, or any club officer. Club Membership: €30; Player membership: €50; Player Lotto membership €120. Only fully paid-up members are eligible to apply for any match tickets the club may acquire.
Get FREE Club membership with an Annual Lotto ticket. Your numbers will be entered in the lotto draw every week for a year and you get complimentary club membership when you purchase an Annual Lotto ticket for €100. Get your annual ticket before March 31st.
You can also join our Annual Lotto online by downloading the Clubforce app or simply click the link on our Facebook, Twitter or Instagram pages or log onto https://clubforce.com/clubs/beale-gaa-kerry/.
BALLYBUNION GOLF CLUB
Men’s Competition: Men’s Spring League Singles Competition Stableford Round 5 – Cashen Course– Sunday 5th March 2023
1st Joe Stack (19) 48pts
2nd JP Hickey (13) 46pts
3rd Noel Twomey (17) 44pts
4th Jonathan Stack (16) 43pts (B9 23pts)
Men’s Spring League Overall Results After Round 5
1st Padraig Murphy & Dan Sheehan 19pts
2nd Jimmy Bowler & Columba O’Connor 17pts
3rd Kevin W Barry & Michael J McCarthy 16pts
Fixtures: Sunday 12th March 2023 – Men’s Team of Four Stableford Competition – Cashen Course
Ladies Voucher Competition – Old Course – Tuesday 28th February 2023
1st Elaine Molyneaux (20) 28 Pts (B9-12)
2nd Judy McMahon (39) 28 Pts (B9-9; B6-3; B3-0; B1-0)
2nd Susan Walsh (55) 28 Pts (B9-9; B6-3; B3-0; B1-0)
4th Muireann O’Sullivan (48) 28 Pts (B9-8)
Ladies Competition – Cashen Course – Saturday 4th March 2023
1st Meave Barrett (17) 75 pts Siobhan Walsh (21) Eileen Barrett (32)
2nd Janice O’Connell (10) 73 pts Noirin Hitchen (13) Catherine Morrissey (25)
3rd Ann O’Riordan (26) 69 pts Ann Laverty (36) Muireann O’Sullivan (49)
Fixtures:
Saturday 11th March 2023 – Ladies Competition – Cashen Course
Tuesday 14th March 2023 – Ladies Voucher Competition – Cashen Course
Senior Men’s Competition:
Senior Mens Competition – Thursday 2nd March 2023 – Cashen Course
1st Jimmy Bowler (23) 35pts
2nd Pat J.Ryan (17) 33+1 34pts
3rd Michael K.Barrett (11) 34-1 33pts. B5-13
Gross John A Culhane 24pts
4th Brendan Slattery (17) 33pts. B5-11
5th Michael Jones (22) 33pts. B5-10
6th Brendan O Callaghan (23) 32pts. B5-12. B3-8
V. John Hogan (31) 35-5 30pts. B5-15
S.V. Tim O’Malley (18) 26+4 30pts. B5-9
S.S.V. Brendan Brosnan (25) 26-2 24pts. B5-10
Senior Ladies Competition – Friday 3rd March 2023 – Cashen Course
1s Susan Walsh (29) 25 pts
2n Anne Marie Carroll(9) 24 pts
3r Patricia Gleeson(12) 22 pts
Fixtures: Friday 10th March 2023 - Senior Ladies Competition – Cashen Course
FINUGE GAA
CONDOLENCES: The club extends is deepest condolences to the Kennelly family of Finuge following the recent loss of Colm. Paul Kennelly is our club president and everyone at the club are deeply saddened by this news.
SENIOR: The focus is now firmly on the county league which commences next weekend, Sunday 19th of March, with an away trip to Laune Rangers B. Look out for final details of this fixture closer to the time.
MINORS: Our minor team were on the road last weekend with a long trip to Gneeveguilla. It proved a worthwhile effort with the lads coming away with a win and the two points on offer! This was an exciting high scoring encounter with Finuge winning on the scoreline of Finuge 2-17 to Gneeveguilla’s 3-11. Next up is a home game against Reenard/St Marys this Saturday 11th of March.
U15: The boys are back training with a few weeks and are getting ready for the season ahead. They are in a competitive Division 5 with mostly amalgamated clubs. This always provides a stiff task for single clubs against two, three and even four team amalgamated teams! First game is at home to Sneem/Derrynane/Templenoe/Tousist on the 29th of March.
U13: The fixtures are known for U13’s which commences Sunday 26th of March with a home game against our neighbours Listowel Emmets! The boys are busy training and are taking in some challenge games to get ready for the county league.
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U11: The action kicks off for the U11’s on Thursday 6th of April with a home game against Lispole. Meantime training continues on Thursday evenings and new members are welcome to join in!
U9: This group are also back training with a few weeks. Anyone interested in playing football at this age are very welcome to make contact with a club officer or call by Monday evenings (at Lixnaw astro) for more information.
U7: The team will be back training next week Monday 13th of March. Anyone interested in playing football at this age are very welcome to make contact with a club officer for more information. Keep an eye on social media also for more details as we get closer.
MEMBERSHIP is now due to all members old and new for 2023. Please reach out to your respective manager, if on a team. If a general member, we will be in contact with details. Thank you for your continued support, it is greatly appreciated by the club.
CÚL CAMP: The dates are known for the various Cul Camps and the Finuge camp will be held week July 31st - August 4th. This is always a great week of serious fun so keep an eye out for booking details which we should have in the weeks ahead.
Well done to St Michaels Listowel U16.5 who are through to the Munster semifinal. We have two on that team - Gearóid O’Sullivan and Mark McElligott. Well done lads and best of luck in the semi!
ST. SENANS GAA
Club lotto draw at the clubhouse Mountcoal on Monday 06/03/2023 at 19:30h
Jackpot €8300. Not Won. Numbers Drawn, 03,11,24,27, Lucky dip:
€30 each: Aiden Linnane Irremore, Trish Harte Kildare.
€20 each: Rachel Horgan Ballyhorgan, Eileen Somers The Gap, Kay Lane Coolnaleen.
Next week’s Jackpot 8,400. There will be an extra 5 €20 lucky dips drawn on Monday March 20th. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5
Tickets available at Kelly’s Six Crosses, Halfway Bar, or Play online. Thank you for your continued support.
Lotto is also due please contact any club officer in relation to your lotto numbers thank you.
Minor County League: St.Senans played Annascaul/Lispole in Finuge on Saturday afternoon. The visitors began well, but our lads got stuck in and were only a point behind at the break. It was close for the next 15 mins until the the West Kerry lads rallied and won out by 2:13 to 1:8.
Club membership is now up for renewal. This can be done through any club officer or also online at www.foireann.ie .
DUAGH GAA
No winner of the jackpot of €12,000. Numbers drawn - 16, 24,28,29
Lucky Dips
€50 Adrian & Greta Collins
€30 Jerry O Connor Jnr. (Yearly)
€20 Margeuerite McMahon
€20 Anne Sheehy Kilcara
€20 Tim McKenna lyre
Sellers Prize Jim’s Bar. No match 3s
Next weeks jackpot €12,100 with draw on Monday night at 9.30pm at O Briens Bar. Thank you all for your continued support. Tickets available from usual sellers Jim’s Bar, Watsons, Sheehy Insulation, O Briens Bar, O Connors Hardware, Jim Goulds and online
BALLYDONOGHUE GAA
Lotto Draw results: The numbers drawn for Friday 3rd March 2023, were as follows, 3, 5, 15, 17. The Jackpot was €3,200 and there was no Jackpot winner. The following won 30 euro lucky dips:
Marina Cahill - Online.
Maura Horgan- Online.
Darragh Sheehy- The Chop Shop.
Kitty Madden - Lower Kilgarvan.
Paudie O” Rahilly- Glouria.
The following won three free tickets:
John Ross Dowling - Online.
Mason O’ Brien - Berrings.
Rosaries Lyons - Carhoonaknock.
Next Jackpot will be €3,300 and it will take place at the clubhouse on Friday 10th March 2023.
County League: The county league will begin the 19th March 2023.
GET YOUR WALKING SHOES ON:
Ireland Lights Up: Ireland Lights up continues every Monday until 6th March inclusive. Beginning @ 7.30 - 8-30 the lights will be on in Coolard, Ballydono -
ghue GAA Club. Everyone Welcome.
Best of Luck: Today Behans shop in Lisselton will close its doors for the last time in the 68 years of serving the parish of Ballydonoghue and the surrounding areas. We wish Geraldine & Dick Behan the very best of luck, good health and happiness in the next chapter of their lives. On behalf of everyone from Ballydonoghue GAA thank you to all the Behan family and best wishes.
KNOCKANURE GAA
Lotto Results from Tuesday February 28th
Jackpot was €7,900 - Numbers Drawn: 3, 23, 28, 30 No winner but lucky dips went to:
1. Philomena and Norella Molyneaux, Knockanure
2. Mike Dillon, Amber Garage
3. John Michael Kennelly, Knocknasna
4. Kenneth Finucane, New Kingdom Bar
5. Tara and Joe, Knocknasna
Next draw will be on next Tuesday March 7th in the clubhouse and jackpot will be €8,000. All are welcome!
BALLYLONGFORD GAA
Minor County League Div 8 Rd3 - Saturday 4th March 2023 @3pm Northern Gaels 2..10 (16) -v- Dromid/Waterville 4..5 (17)
LOTTO RESULTS
Our Weekly Lotto was drawn on Saturday 4th March 2023@ GAA Grounds
Jackpot €3,900 - Numbers Drawn: 7 - 13 - 18 - 30
No Winner - Lucky Dips
€20: Shane O Sullivan, Ardfert
€20: Kate Barry c/o Paudie Moroney
€20: Mike Carroll, Pulleen
€20: Colin Heaphy,Online
3 x Free tickets: Rachel Hanrahan, Rusheen
Our next Lotto draw will take place on Saturday 11th March with a JACKPOT of €3,950. Tickets can be purchased from our local ticket sellers, Heaphy’s Centra and Online by clicking on link below.
https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=2338#Anchor
Thanks for your continued Support.
Ballylongford GAA Club Membership
Club membership is now due for 2023. Every player both adult and youth must be a registered member to train and play for the club. It is mandatory for insurance purposes.
Non-playing members are also invited to renew. You can pay your membership to Chairman John Joe Walsh, Secretary Caroline O Connor Treasurer Niall Heaphy or Online at foireann.ie Adult Player & Non player €30 Family €50 Juvenile €10
ASDEE GAA
Golden Goal: The clubs Golden Goal fundraising competition continues each week until the All- Ireland football final on Sunday July 30th. Weekly entry €2, with prizemoney €40 each week to the winning numbers. Purchase from John Pius Walsh, shop, Kevin Mulvihill. Patsy Coughlan or John Joe O Carroll. Week 6 winners of the Golden Goal were, (Tom O Sullivan, Kilcolman, John Dillane,c/o Kevin Mulvihill, Sliss, Phill and Martin Wilkins, Littor Road); which is in conjunction with upcoming Fixtures in both National Football and Hurling League and Championship. (Televised games).
Membership: Membership of the Club is now open so anybody who would like to take out membership and can do so by contacting Club Registrar, Kevin Mulvihill, Adults €30, Senior Citizens and Under Age €10. It is important to note that Membership of the Club will close on Friday March 31st and this will be strictly adhered to. Only fully paid-up members will be in line for any match tickets that the Club may acquire.
Scor: The Community Centre, Asdee has been confirmed as the venue for the North Kerry Finals of Scor Na nOg on this Sunday March 12th commencing at 6pm. This competition is for children under the age of 17 years with parish rule strictly enforced. The categories are; Figure Dancing, Solo Singing, Recitation, Ballad Group, Novelty Act, Question Time and Set Dancing. Each club can take part in as many categories as they desire. The local Club, Asdee will be taking part along with the remaining District Board Clubs. Once again, a large crowd is expected and it promises to be a most entertaining evening of all the best in Music Song, Act and Dance. The winner from each category will then go forward to the County Finals which will be held in the Community Centre Currow on Saturday March 25th at 6pm.
Fixtures: County Minor League, Division 8. Round 4, Saturday March 11th, 2pm; away to Kenmare Shamrocks. Round 5, Saturday March 18th, 2pm, away to Ballymacelligott “B”. Credit Union County Football League. Division 5 will be commencing on Sunday March 19th with an away game to Kilgarvan.
DUAGH / LYRE COMM GAMES
U11 Mixed Basketball
Well done the Duagh/Lyre u11 mixed basketball team who played early Saturday morning at Duagh sports complex in the County Community games competition. Duagh/Lyre were in a group of five playing four games, winning to Ballymacelligott and losing to the group toppers Castleisland and narrowly losing to Killorglin by 2ps and Spa/Fenit/Barrow by 1 point. Well done to all the team who played brilliantly in each game. The team finished third overall in the group with the top two going through to the semi finals. Team: Julia Quilter, Shauna Sheehy, Patrick Dillon, Teegan Phillips, Kirsten Brosnan, Jack O’Connor, Clara Danagher, Liam Fitzgerald, Oisín Byrne and Eoin Griffin. Thanks to Timmy O’Sullivan for coaching the team and Paula Watson for coordinating. Thanks to the parents and supporters. Thanks to Kerry Community Games for a well run competition.
U15 girls Futsal
Best of luck to our u15 girls Futsal who play on Sunday in Milltown.
NORTH KERRY GAA
North Kerry Senior League
Sponsored by McCarthy Insurance Group
Division 2 Round 5 - Moyvane 5.09 -v- Knocknagoshel 1.14
Division 1A Final
Listowel Emmets 1.13 -v- Castleisland Desmonds 0.12
Match Report by Mairead O Sullivan
The final was played on Sunday last with a perfect day for football in the perfect setting in Brosna, We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Brosna Club for the use of their facilities and providing refreshments on the day. With the two top teams in the district it promised to be an exciting encounter and that is what we got. In the opening minutes it was Emmets on the scoreboard with a free converted by David Keane, with some wayward shooting on both sides it took until the 7th minute for Emmets Darragh Lynch to spilt the posts form a long distance point, again it was the Emmets men who were on attack and this time it was wing forward Cormac Mulvihill who added to the scoreboard to bring his side three points clear. Emmets brought pace and intensity to the pitch that Desmonds found it hard to come to terms with. It was a late inclusion to program of Desmonds Brian Leornard who opened their scoring in the 10th minute splitting the posts. Emmets man of the match David Keane replied in the 12th minute. But for all Emmets dominance, you could see the tide turning with two quick points from Desmonds in the 13th and 15th minutes from captain Luka Brosnan and Maurice Hickey to leave the minimal between the teams. But it was the David Keane show in the first half and Keane added two more points in the 19th and 21st minutes, a point from a free and a well taken mark, his team mate and full forward Jake Moriarty fisted the ball over the bar in the 28th minute for the last score of the half for Emmets. But Desmonds weren’t gone away and added three points to their tally between the 20th minute and the final whistle a point a piece from Fintan O Sullivan, Denis O Connor and Tomas Lynch. The half time score after 32 minutes of play Emmets 0.07 v Desmonds 0.06
It was Desmonds who opened the score board with a fisted point from P.J Curtin to bring the game level in the opening minute, for the first time in the match Desmonds went a point ahead in the 2nd minute with a point from Adam O Donoghue, Emmets David Keane level affairs again with a converted free in the 5th minute, but 30 seconds later Desmonds Brian Leonard replied. The intensity levels on and off the pitch notched up and it was end to end stuff from these two teams, both sides adding a point each to bring Desmonds a point up. But again the industrious Darragh Lynch split the posts for Emmets to level proceedings once more. There was nothing between these sides and the supporters in the stand raised the noise levels to spur on their team and the first to respond was Emmets Brian Sweeney with a fisted point in the 17th minute, Emmets were now starting to filter back in numbers when Desmonds were in attack forcing Desmonds to shoot from distance which added to the frustration of the Desmonds forwards. It took until the 20th minute for the next score a fisted point form Desmonds Adam Donoghue, but in quick reply the returning Joe Joe Grimes split the posts for Emmets to bring his side a point clear. But just as things were hotting up and into the 27th minute of the half the reigning North Kerry Champions found the back of the Desmonds net from the boot of Eddie Browne to a roar from the stand, the Emmets tails were up and all they had to do now was defend. Desmonds are not a team to drop their head and and into injury time they continued to attack adding on two more points from play a point each from Denis O Connor and sub Tadhg O’Shea. Full time score Emmets 1.12 v Desmonds 0.13. I have no doubt that these two sides will meet again this year and we look forward to that encounter already. The cup was presented on behalf of McCarthy Insurance Group by Deirdre McCarthy to joint captains Niall Collins and Darragh Leahy. With a word of congratulations and thanks from Chairwoman Mairead O Sullivan.
Referee: Denis Kennelly Moyvane.
Change of date
March Delegate Meeting will now take place on Friday 10th March at 7.30pm in Christy’s The Well Listowel. Please notify your club delegate.
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Friday 10th March
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OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven.
Blessed Mother of the Son of God; Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me you are my Mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity
(Mention your request here)
There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Amen
This prayer is never known to fail. It is to be said for 3 consecutive days. Publication on granting of the favour must be promised and done. T.C.
MEANING OF LIFE
The headline of the newspaper some days ago read “Dead on both sides of civil war in Kerry commemorated.”
The war which has been described as Ireland’s greatest tragedy, a story of failure and disruption, bitterness and antagonism, the unspeakable war, left Irish society divided and embittered for generations. A sad legacy.
We are all indebted to those brave people who died for Ireland so that we, one hundred years on, can live in freedom.
This got me thinking.
As a bible believing Christian l believe that over 2000 years ago Jesus died. He didn’t just die for Ireland. He died for every person, ever born, everywhere. And He left a legacy of forgiveness, salvation, kindness, sincere humbleness, and perfect love. Regardless of whether we are born into a free country or a country under oppression, we are all born slaves to sin according to the Word of God. Ecclesiastes 7:20 says “ Surely there is not a righteous man on earth who does good and never sins. “
Our sin nature separates us from God. But God, by the death and resurrection of His Beloved Son Jesus “ .... has rescued us from the dominion of
darkness and brought us into the Kingdom of the Son He loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.” Colossians 1:13-14
It’s wonderful to live in a country free from slavery and oppression where we can enjoy civil liberties and many social advantages. But there’s a greater freedom available. 2 Corinthians 3:17 tells us “Now the Lord is the Spirit and where the Spirit of the Lord is there is freedom.” When we accept Jesus as Lord and Saviour of our life it means we are no longer controlled by sinful desires. Roman’s 6:22-23 puts it like this, “But now, having been set free from sin .....(you have) the gift of God... eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord.”
We have the freedom to choose how we live our life. In the book of Deuteronomy 30:19 God advises, tells us “.....l have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing, therefore choose life that you and your descendants may live.”
The One, True and Living God is for us and not against us
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Le Grá, Bridie (Dillon) Hartney
THE MIRACLE PRAYER
Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours.
This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen.
Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. W.J.
PRECIOUS MOTHER OF JESUS
Mother of Devine Grace, You can find a way where there is no way, please hear my prayer and grant my request. Amen. Say 6 times a day for 3 days.
M.K.
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