Volume 15 Issue 40

Congratulations to the participants from Duagh/ Lyre Community Games who medalled at the cycling on grass competition last Friday in Tralee. Kate Sheridan and Leona McMahon gold, Eamon Dennehy silver and Thomas Cahill bronze. Good luck to Leona and Kate in National Final

Listowel Emmets U15 boys overcame Glenflesk last week in a great game that saw Listowel win 5-12 to 4-12. Great skill by the boys

Members of the Listowel Liverpool Supporters Club at the recent game against Nottingham Forest at Anfield

Listowel Celtic White team who are through to John Dowling Memorial Final

Debra, Lauren and Anna who represented Lixnaw Community Games in Gymnastics last weekend in Duagh

Listowel Celtic U14 girls who beat MEK 2-0 last weekend

Listowel Celtic U12 Girls who played Tralee Dynamos last week

Dominic O Connor (right) from Knocknagoshel is trying to sell a vintage motorbike at last Sunday’s Car Boot Sale in Tralee to Michael Fleming while Johnny Foley from Lixnaw is enjoying the occasion. Photo Moss Joe Browne

LISTOWEL TIDY TOWNS

Listowel Tidy Towns group were absolutely delighted with the response they received with their annual clean-up week and would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for turning up on the designated evenings and showing care and respect for the area and environment that we live in. Team spirit for Cleanup week was buzzing and a very special acknowledgement must go out to the young people who turned up with such determination and comradery.

A special thank you to our sponsors Fitzgerald Tyres and Garveys SuperValu for their welcomed refreshments to the participants.

This however was only the tip of the iceberg when it comes down to the work of the Tidy Towns and they are appealing for your continued support and manpower as they reintroduce their regular Tuesday and Thursday evening cleanups, gathering at St. Johns in the Square at 7pm.

If these arrangements don’t suit you or your household don’t fret, why not designate a time that suits you in your area and do your own pickup. Its all about taking pride and having respect for the environment and where we live.

GROUP TO WALK PART OF THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO, SUPPORTING BEREAVED PARENTS

This May, a wonderful group from all over the Island of Ireland will travel to Spain and walk part of the Camino de Santiago, raising funds for the support Anam Cara offer bereaved parents.

The group will be abroad for a week, walking from sunrise to sunset for 6 days. The route will take them across woodlands, farmland, and rustic hamlets, following tracks and paths lined by granite stone walls. The green rolling landscape of Galicia is part of each day’s walk, until they approach the mythical city of Santiago de Compostela. Each will receive their ‘Compostela’ certificate and explore the magic of Santiago’s Old Town. The group will be accompanied by Anam Cara Chairman, Tony Mahon and Fundraising Manager, Jamie Conway. We wish them the very best of luck.

On Tuesday 9th May, Anam Cara will hold their Kerry meeting in The Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee at 7:15pm. All bereaved parents are welcome, regardless of the age of the child or circumstances of death. Any bereaved parent in the Kerry area and surrounds are welcome to attend.

For further information, Anam Cara can be contacted on 085 2888888 or by email info@anamcara.ie

Jackie Barrett Madigan PRO

Jack OGroman who was Confirmed by Bishop Ray Browne recently in St. John’s Church, Ballybunion. Pictured with his Grandparents Tony and Breda OGorman from Ballybunion and Noreen Foley from Lisselton

CAROLINE’S DÓTERRA ESSENTIAL OILS

CAROLINE’S POD OF POSITIVITY

Welcome to my weekly column. My name is Caroline and as a certified DóTERRA essential oil specialist I have been delighted to help, guide and support so many people along with their friends and families throughout North Kerry and West Limerick over the last three years on their essential oil journey. I know how the Oils can support the Body, the Mind and the Mood and each week I’ll be sharing lots of tips and information on Self-Care, Wellness, Love and Gratitude when using your DóTerras essential oils as part of your every day routine.

Meet Your New Best Friend!

This week I want to share with you one of my personal favourites in the dóTERRA essential oil range that helps supports teenagers and women during their monthly cycle and has become a best friend to many of us in hormone balancing, monthly cramps, hormonal head tension, hot flashes, soothing emotions, mood swings and much more.

ClaryCalm was designed by the dóTerra specialists to provide a calming, soothing effect during the course of a woman’s menstrual cycle. As heightened emotions are commonly part of a woman’s menstrual cycle, the calming aroma of ClaryCalm can soothe and balance these emotions when it’s applied topically to the wrist points, behind the ears and the back of the neck. It is also the perfect companion in times of discomfort so it’s one I recommend in using over the abdomen area each morning or carry with you to use over the course of the day when needed most. Here are some of the oils put together to bring you your new best friend: Clary Sage Flower, Lavender Flower, Bergamot Peel, Roman Chamomile Flower, Ylang Ylang Flower, Cedarwood Wood, Geranium Plant, Fennel Seed, Carrot Seed, Palmarosa Herb and Vitex Leaf / Berry.

Caroline’s Top Tip – Ways to use your ClaryCalm Roller Bottle.

• During your menstrual cycle apply to abdomen area to experience a soothing and calming massage

• Apply to the back of the neck and chest area when experiencing hot flashes

• Apply to skin irritations

• Apply to the back of the neck, abdomen and bottoms of feet to help balance the mood throughout the month

• Roll on to your diffuser jewellery or wrist beads

ClaryCalm can be purchased by contacting me on the number below or through my social media pages and retails at €43. I also post nationwide.

You can check out my Facebook page Caroline’s Pod of Positivity for more information on DóTERRAS Essential Oils. Consultations and oil experience group classes can be booked by contacting me on the number below and together we will start you on your journey of health and wellness using the Oils with my full support and guidance.

My Three Way Method Using DóTerras Oils: Topically: Apply the oils onto your skin particularly on the pulse points and soles of the feet. Aromatically: Place two to three drops into a cold-water diffuser and diffuse the oils in your home, classroom, office space, salons or other places of work and business. Internally: Add the oils to your favourite food, waters and drinks, or simply by taking one drop daily under the tongue to support your body and mind.

DóTERRA knows that essential oils must be pure and potent in order to best fulfill the needs of those that use them. Too often, essential oils available for purchase contain contaminants and filler substances that weaken the essential oil’s effectiveness. With the sole purpose to provide pure and potent essential oils, doTERRA ensures that their oils are free of harmful contaminants and fillers through the CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade™ protocol.

We are so fortunate that DōTerra now have a manufacturing plant in Blarney Busi ness Park in County Cork and will be come a household name in Ireland by the year end.

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TOP INTERNATIONAL DESIGNER, COLIN HORGAN, TO JUDGE STYLE STAKES SUNDAY WITH CASH PRIZES FOR BEST DRESSED MAN AND BEST DRESSED LADY

The race is on … to one of the highlights of the season, the 3 day Listowel Races Summer Festival Meeting from Saturday 3rd to Monday 5th over the June Bank Holiday weekend.

It’s time to get your family and friends together and enjoy the legendary festive atmosphere that makes Listowel Races such a magical and memorable day out. Experience the thrills oncourse of one day of national hunt and two days flat racing and the craic off course with live music, a wooly pet farm and entertainment for all the family! Treat yourself and colleagues to a VIP experience with excellent corporate entertainment packages and, of course, it’s the perfect excuse to dress up with cash prizes for both the Best Dressed Man and Best Dressed Lady on Style Stakes Sunday. Admission is only €15 each day / OAP / Students: €12 and children under 12 have free admission to the race course, when accompanied by an adult. Generous group discounts also available. For more information on tickets, events visit www.listowelraces.ie or call (068) 21144. To book corporate hospitality sales@excellentchoice.ie and 021 4319398.

As well as serious racing and fun, Listowel Races is known for its sensational style! One of the highlights of the summer meeting is the fashion event and this year Listowel Races have ensured it will be a winner alright with generous €500 cash prizes for both the Best Dressed Man and Best Dressed Lady on ‘Style Stakes Sunday’ 4th of June. Judged by top international fashion designer, Colin Horgan, who has dressed such A-list celebrities such as Lady Gaga, Dua Lipa, Tolu Makay and Mabel, it promises to attract large crowds from all over the country. So start planning your outfit now! Judging will commence on course at 1.30pm, and the overall winners will be announced in the parade ring after the 5th race

Racing highlights over the Summer festival include the Irish EBF Median Sires Series Maiden of €25,000 on Saturday 3rd; the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Maiden of €15,000 on Sunday 4th and the Join Racing TV Now Handicap Hurdle of € 22,000 on Monday 5th of June.

Did you know that Listowel Races is also the perfect place to entertain friends and clients with exceptional corporate entertainment facilities overlooking all the action on course? This June there is an exceptional VIP Hospitality Package on Sunday 4th of June for only €59 which includes admission to the course and VIP corporate area, a sumptuous 3-course meal, your own table for the day, tote and waiter service. To book corporate hospitality sales@excellentchoice. ie and 021 4319398.

Ireland’s favourite mobile petting farm - ‘Wooly Pet Farm’ is back by popular demand on Sunday 4th of June. Both a tactile and fun experience, it’s the perfect place to entertain the little ones and have the opportunity to meet lots of different animals in a caring and animal friendly environment.

Brenda Daly, Secretary, Listowel Race Company

“We are so looking forward to welcoming everyone back again to our Summer festival this June Bank Holiday. We have a wonderful programme of events both on and off the course ensuring there’s something for everyone this Whit Weekend in Listowel. ”

The Listowel Races Summer Meeting is the first of two meetings at the scenic Listowel Race Course, with the second 7 day Harvest Racing Festival meeting from Sunday 17th to Saturday 23th of September 2023.

For more information on the Listowel Races Summer Meeting and to pre-book your tickets visit listowelraces.ie.

Make sure to follow: @listowelraces #listowelraces on social media for exclusive updates. Tickets can also be purchased on the day from the turnstiles.

SAN RITA WELLNESS

Welcome to San Rita Wellness weekly column…We hope you are safe and well

This week we are focusing on your “Table Manners“

Studies show that watching TV or being on a device while eating your meals increases portion sizes and appetites because we are not properly engaged with our food. Eating away from distractions is therefore helpful for weight loss. Even for a person on their own it is also very easy to fall into the trap of distraction for example sitting on the couch in front of the TV with your meal on your lap.

Families eating together has been proven to help children bond with their parents, for example catching up after the day as well as developing healthy eating habits. Now that we are all in a more structured routine, there are probably more of us around the table at the one time now as we are starting the Summer holidays.

BEST LAID PLANS

Let’s say you’ve convinced the family to eat at the table with you, here are some tips on how to lay it for weight loss success.

• Clear any distractions off the table such as newspapers, devices etc

• Make the table look appealing by having a place set for everyone.

• Use nice colourful plates. ( They are no use up on the dresser )

• Have your meal planned in advance so you are really looking forward to it.

TABLE FOR ONE

If you are cooking for one it can be easy to neglect making a proper meal of dinner, so try these ideas to create a positive impact on your weight loss.

• A ready meal can be an easy option, but why not commit to cooking a new simple recipe once a week

• Take the time to cook a large quantity of your favourite meal which you can then freeze in batches, giving you a quick and healthy ready meal for when you’re short on time.

• Try eating at the table instead of on the sofa in front of the TV, even if it’s just occasionally.

So whether you are eating on your own or with the family, being more mindful of what is on your plate and allowing yourself time for your meal, you are more aware of feeling satisfied and are less likely to go back for second helpings.

ONE FOR ALL AND ALL FOR ONE

Cooking the one type of meal to suit yourself and the rest of the family works well. Any recipe can be adapted to suit everyone in the house, which makes life easier especially for the cook. This time of the year stews,soups and casseroles are ideal as they can be done in the one pot.

To make your meals even more colourful and satisfying include lots of fruit and vegetables which most are calorie free on our “ San Rita Wellness Plan “

“Be aware of your behaviour and savour the flavour“

For extra support and for weekly accountability check us out on Facebook San Rita Wellness or sanritawellness.ie for details of our “In Person Meetings“, “At Home Service“ or our “One to One Service“.

NB - Our weekly “In Person Meetings” take place in the Kerry Writers Museum, The Square, Listowel every Wednesday and in The Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre every Thursday.

Give us a call on Sandra 087 6718377 or Rita 087 1012174

Until next week, Sandra and Rita

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Girls from the Presentation Primary, Listowel who received their First Communion last Saturday

Front: Ise O’Carroll, Richie O’Rourke, Tiernan O’Carroll. Back: Queva O’Carroll and Chloe O’Rourke enjoying The Moya Festival in Ballybunion last weekend. Photo by Luke Kindelan

Mary Kearney from Moyvane and Eva Horan from Tarbert pictured with their friends as they celebrated their 18th Birthdays in Christys ‘’The Well’’ Bar last Saturday evening. Photo by Liam Kelly Photography

Ryan Deady, Cois Baile who received his First Holy Communion in St Marys Church last Saturday. Ryan is pictured with his Parents Eoin and Siobhan and his Sister Shauna. Photo by Liam Kelly Photography

Meave Daly, Meelish Close who received her First Holy Communion in St Marys Church last Saturday. Maeve is pictured with her Parents Des and Breda, Sister Aoibhinn and Brother Sean Og. Photo by Liam Kelly Photography

Congratulations to Brendan O Leary from Tarbert and from Lios Thuail AC on winning the 100m at the County Junior Championships in Castleisland last Monday

KILFLYNN

BEST OF LUCK TO CROTTA IN THE ALL IRELAND SCOR FINAL

On Saturday 6th May all roads lead to Killarney for the 2023 All-Ireland Scór na nÓg Final at the Gleneagle INEC Arena. WE would like to wish to the Crotta O’Neills Instrumental Music Group of Conor Brennan, Thomas Breen, Sarah Murphy, Ellen Trant and Grace Hannon Linnane, their music mentor Aoife Murphy and Club Scor office Tom Breen the very best of luck in the All-Ireland Scór na nÓg Ceol Uirlise Final. Best wishes also to our fellow Kerry competitors Glenflesk-Ballad Group, Spa-Set Dancing and Tralee Parnells Quiz team, and all other competitors participating on Saturday.

KERRY MINOR LADIES

Congratulations and well done to the Kerry camogie Minor team on reaching the All-Ireland Minor C final after their incredible victory against Wicklow! In Moneygall, Co Tipperary on Sunday 30th April, Especially Rosin Quinn, Crotta who received the player of the match, with her excellent display at full back. The Kerry team showed incredible skill and determination on the field, we can’t wait to see them face off against Down in the final.

SCÓR NA BPAISTÍ

The Scór na bPaistí county final took place on Saturday 29th April in Glenbeigh/Glencar Sports Hall.

The quiz was held in the Intermediate school Killorglin. Well done to the @crotta.gaa competitors who represented the club, every single one of them, made their club, school and parents proud. The Crotta club was represented by was Jude Doyle, Aine Abeyta, Jennifer Casey and Sarah O’Drscoll in the quiz, with Ide Hussey in the Solo Singing, Caoimhe Sheehy in Solo Dancing and Laura Breen, Leah, Orlaith Brennan, Ide Hussey and Jennifer Casey in the Ballad Group.

Thanks to all the above-mentioned kids, who worked very hard over the past several weeks to bring all the pieces together - Thanks are due also to the mentors – John O’Flaherty Quiz, Tina Enright Ballad Group, Nora Falvey principal of St. Teresa’s National School, Kilflynn, the parents and the Club Scor office Tom Breen.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH, KILFLYNN

Mass Intention for the week in St. Mary’s Church: on Wednesday 3rd May at 10.00a.m., Friday 5th May (First Friday) at 10a.m and Saturday 6th May at 11.00 a.m. First Holy Communion and on Saturday 6th May at 6.00 p.m. Lena Mulvihill, Stack’s Mountain, Kilflynn, Laurence Flaherty, Fahavane, Kilflynn.

Parish Office can be contacted by phone 066 4018996 Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. or by email: abbeydorney@dioceseofkerry.ie

Masses from St. Bernard’s Church, Abbeydorney are streamed live on www.dioceseofkerry.ie, on Sunday at 10 a.m. Go to Abbeydorney Parish and click on watch live Mass. Webcam has been installed in Kilflynn Church – To watch Masses go to www.dioceseofkerry.ie – Abbeydorney Parish and click on ‘watch Mass’. Diocesan

ACTIVE RITIRED GROUP

The Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired Group are meeting on Wednesday, 3rd May, at 10.30am for lunch in the Parish Hall. New members are always welcome. Please contact 066 7135831 for further details.

CLOTHING DRIVE

St. Teresa’s National School, Kilflynn are holding a clothing recycling drive fundraising. Please donate all your clean unwanted clothes, shoes, bed linen, curtains, towels, bags, belts and soft toys. Please Donate only clean dry and rewardable clothing as we cannot accept wet, dirty or damaged clothes or goods. No Duvets. Drop your bags to the Crotta Hurling Club house, Dromakee, Kilflynn is extended to Monday 15th May between the following hours 10.00a.m to 8.00p.m. 7 days a week. Thank you for your support and taking the time and effort to support our fundraising drive.

CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS

The Crotta hurling club weekly lotto draw was held on Monday 1st May at Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn. The Four numbers drawn out of the drum by the independent observer: Graham Harris, Clounsillagh, Lixnaw were 6,13,20 and 26. There was no winner of the 3,900 Jackpot. Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw: Ger McCarthy, Lissanearla, Abbeydorney, Hannah Her Castleisland and Timothy Quilter, Mouncoal, Listowel.

The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn. on Monday 1st May at 10.30p.m with a €4,000 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.

CROTTA U-05S

The Crotta U5 hurling returned on Sunday afternoon 30th April at the sports field Dromakee, Kilflynn. Very enjoyable session with happy kiddies enjoying the sunshine and socialising with their newfound buddies. Training continues each Sunday 1:15 - 2pm in Dromakee. Anybody who would like to be added to text service or wants more information please message Paul Shanahan on 0879715781. Hurleys and helmets are provided so just bring the kids along and give it a go.

COUNTY SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE DIV 1

County League Senior result : Lixnaw 1.11 Crotta 1.15 played in Lixnaw on Friday 28th April . Crotta are away to Dr. Crokes on Thursday evening 4th April at 7.00p.m

KILFLYNN TODDLER GROUP

The Kilflynn toddler group meets up every Thursday mornings in St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn at 10.00-11.30 am

Listowel Celtic U12 C team who played Iveragh last weekend

Left: Derek Fealy and Micheal O’Sullivan, Lixnaw and right: Olver Nash (The Legend), Lyreacrompane pictured with 3-time world darts champion & Sky Sports pundit John Part at the Dart’s Exhibition in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Bank Holiday Sunday 30th April

Dana Culhane with son Fionn Culhane Ballybunion enjoying his second birthday at the Moya Festival in Ballybunion Town Park.

Photo by Luke Kindelan

Waiting at Rahela Graveyard Ballyduff on Sat morning for the funeral of Jimmy Fitzgerald from Ballyconry were Joseph Dalton, Colin O Sullivan, Tom O Connor and Mike Moriarty. Photo Moss Joe Browne

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 March April 25th are as follows: The numbers drawn were 7, 10 & 17 and the Bonus number was 4. There was no winner of the €19,200 Jackpot or the €400 match three. The €20 Consolation winners were Martina Usher; Liam Grace, The Cashen; Kate Kearney, Ballyhorgan. 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.

GAA NEWS

Senior teams:

Our senior teams, hurling and football, suffered narrowly in both codes at the weekend.

On Friday evening our Senior hurling team suffered a two points loss to near neighbours Causeway in the Credit Union sponsored County League played in Ballyduff

On Sunday Cromane were visitors in the County Football League. In a low scoring first half the visitors led by two points. Cromane were the better side in the second half and led by seven points going into the closing stages. Ballyduff made a last-ditch effort and points from Kevin Goulding (2) and Killian Boyle (1) and a goal from Jack O’Sullivan left the minimum between them. Ballyduff were denied two chances to level it and when we got a shot in oi goals it was waved wide, and time ran out on us. Of the five games played in the County League we have lost a game by two points and a game by one while having drawn three games so with a bit of luck we could be further up the table. Before the game a minute’s silence was observed in memory of Mike Slattery who died on Saturday last.

Minor Hurling:

Congratulations to our Minor hurling team who made a successful start to their County League campaign when they defeated Crotta/ Kilmoyley at Dromakee on Sunday morning last.

Ballyduff and Ladies Walk Gaa Club:

It was with great sadness that we received the news of the death of Mike Slattery, Glounerdalive or “Mikeen” as he was affectionately known. He gave a lifetime of service to the GAA and many other organisations. He was one of the founders of the Ladies Walk Hurling Club when they were reformed in 1966. He played hurling with Ballyduff at underage and played with Kerry minor and Under 21 level in the full back position, He was corner back on the Ballyduff team that overcame O’Neill’s Crotta in the Senior Hurling Championship Final in 1972. A serious knee injury put an end to his involvement at Senior level but continued to line out with the Walker’s

At administration level he served as Secretary and vice Chairman of Ballyduff GAA, and he was joint Secretary of the North Kerry Hurling Board in the seventies as well as Chairman in the noughties. Mike represented Ladies Walk at North Kerry Hurling Board and County Board for some years and was ever present as a Steward at Austin Stack Park on match days rarely missing a game. He was awarded the Hall of Fame by the North Kerry Hurling board in recent years. Though in failing health for some time he continued to live life to the full and on the night prior to his death he attended the County Senior Hurling League game Ballyduff v Causeway in Ballyduff. He will be sadly missed by his sons Cathal and David, daughters Lorraine and Claire, grandchildren, sisters Eileen and Martina, brothers Jim, John Brendan & Gerard, nephews, nieces and a huge circle of friends. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

U20 Football:

Congratulations to Adam Segal who was on the Kerry Under 20 panel that defeated Cork on Monday evening of last week in Pairc Ui Chaoimh is the Eirgrid sponsored Munster Under 20 Football Championship. They now go forward

to meet Sligo in The All Ireland under20 Semi - final in Salthill this Saturday at 4.45pm.

CHURCH NEWS

Masses for the week:

Thursday 10.00am: Special Intention

Friday 7.00pm: Kathleen & David Joy – 1st Friday

Saturday 6.30pm: Mass in Causeway

Sunday 11.00am: Tomás & Marianne Sheehy; Doctors. Tom & Evangeline Smiddy; Michael, Dolly & Terry Hennessy; Patrick Houlihan, Lacca West, Michael Houlihan, Abbeyfeale & Lacca West; Tommy Browne; John Houlihan, London & Knopogue.

Ministers of the Eucharist: Sunday 11.00amm – Richard Casey/Teddy O’Sullivan/Martina O’Mahony

Reader: Sunday 11.00am – Eileen Dee

Divine Mercy Devotions: Every Sunday at 3.00pm

Eucharist Adoration: Every Thursday 10.30am – 11.30pm

Funeral Mass Recordings: This is a reminder that Funeral Masses can only be recorded at the request of the bereaved families.

Accord Central Office: is recruiting qualified experienced counsellors. for the Certificate in Counselling (Marriage/ Relationship). Training begins in September.in Maynooth. Applications close on the May 19th. More details on Diocese of Kerry or Accord websites.

Communion Calls: This Thursday May 4th at the usual times, Masses Change: this weekend for May – Mass on Saturday in Causeway at 6.30pm – Mass in Ballyduff on Sunday at 11.00am

Rosary: at Tobhar Rí an Domhnach, Lady’s Walk, Monday to Friday daily at 3.00pm during the month of May.

Anam Cara: Monthly bereaved Parents Evening – Tuesday, 9th May 7.15pm in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee.

Confirmation: This Wednesday May 3rd in Ballyduff Church at 3.30pm.

NEWS ITEMS

All news items for this column must be with the writer by 8.00pm sharp on each Sunday evening. Any items received after this time may not appear in the next edition of the various publications. Your continued cooperation on the matter is much appreciated.

DEATH

The death took place of Michael Slattery, Glounerdalive, Ballyduff. His remains were removed from Lawlor’s Funeral Home, Ballyduff to SS Peter’s & Paul’s Church, Ballyduff. Following Requiem Mass burial took place in Rahela Cemetery, Ballyduff. Sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of the above deceased.

ST. BRENDANS A.C.

A big weekend ahead for St Brendan’s AC as the Kerry Athletics seniors and masters track and field championships will be held in An Riocht Track on Sunday. The club’s athletes have been entered in a variety of events. Well done to the huge contingent of juveniles from the club who took part in Day 1 of the juvenile championships on Monday last and to all the parents and supporters who attended. Training continues at the usual time and all will be notified re details.

A THOUGHT

If you are entrusted with a secret, take it as a privilege… not an advantage.

TARBERT HOSPICE WALK

Kerry Hospice Good Friday Sponsored Walk 2023 in Tarbert was once again a great success. The total amount raised was €3,470. Thank you to all the walkers and those who sponsored them so generously. Thank you to everyone who helped out on the day. The Garda Siochana, the Stewards, Kathleen & Noel Brosnan, Daybreak for sponsoring the bottled water. Thank you all, your continued support is much needed and greatly appreciated.

BALLYBUNION

ST. JOSEPH’S SEC SCH LEAVING CERT REUNION OF 1973

Did you sit the Leaving Certificate at St Joseph’s Secondary School in Ballybunion in 1973. All former students of this class are invited to attend a get together which will be held in mid – June. It is important to know what the numbers are well in advance of the event so that an appropriate function can be organised. Any former students who would like to attend are asked to phone, Gerardine Galvin at 087 7549616 or Ina Aherne at 086 8152990

CONDOLONCES

We would like to express our deepest sympathies to the family of Noreen Dinneen (née Griffin) of Carrigane Asdee and formally Beale Hill, and also to the family of Margaret Galvin (née Hennessy) of Finuge Bridge, Lixnaw and formally of Beale. And also to Oonagh O’Leary on the death of her father Jerry Brennan of Kanturk. May they all Rest In Peace.

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA TEA DAY

All are welcome on Friday 12th of May for the Alzheimer’s Tea day in Ballybunion Community Centre Upstairs In meeting Room from 11pm-12pm. Amazing Spot prizes to be won on the day From Raffle: Tickets will be €2each or 3 for €5, prizes have been given from the following:

U Name It, Personalised Embroidery Gifts, Rose’s Hair Salon, Beauty by the Beach, The Chop shop, Perrozzi Family Restaurant & Pizzeria, Coast Cafe & Many more. So very Grateful for the kindness from the businesses that gave us spot prizes.

AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED!! Call for a cup of tea or coffee, there will be sweet treats to enjoy.

Optional: Would be Fun If you would like to wear the colour Purple for Alzheimer’s as we would love to take Pictures on day.

ROSARY AT AHAFONA

May devotions to Our Lady by saying the Rosary each evening at 7.00pm for the month of May at Our Lady’s Grotto in Ahafona.

BALLYBUNION WILDCATS AGM

Ballybunion wildcats AGM takes place on Tuesday 9th May at 8pm upstairs in Ballybunion Community Centre. We would appreciate the support of parents. We are actively recruiting new coaches and volunteers.

FREE ELECTRICAL & BATTERY RECYCLING

ERP in conjunction with Kerry County Council will be hosting an Electrical Recycling Event on Saturday 17th June From 10am to 4pm, at Listowel Mart. Any item that has a plug on it or batteries in it will be accepted. Come early to avoid disappointment.

BALLYBUNION COMMUNITY MARKET

Do you make or grow something unique? If so, why not join us in the Summer Ballybunion Community Market! We’re expanding and we’re on the hunt for like minded people around County Kerry who wish to showcase their product/s. If you are interested, please send us a message on Facebook or text 0862220698.

BALLYBUNION LIBRARY

Opening Hours: Tues-Sat Inc. from 10am-1:30pm and 2:30pm-5pm.Membership is free. A constant supply of new books to be borrowed, such as Jo Jo Moyes, Someone Else’s Shoes, Joseph O’Connor’s My Father’s House, Fintan O’Toole’s We Don’t Know Ourselves. These, and many more can be requested online or in the branch. Borrow box, a free app offers thousands of e-books and audio books and all you need is to be a member of Kerry Library. Check out the website today for all the other services available! ballybunion@kerrycoco.ie www. kerrylibrary.ie 068 27615.

CHILDREN’S ART AND CRAFT CLASSES

Creative Art & Craft classes for children. (Drop In) Fun workshops. Every Saturday 11.30am to 1pm. All materials supplied. Creative Birthday Parties also available. For information contact Marie 0860664435.

BALLYBUNION TRIATHLON CLUB

Ballybunion Triathlon Club will host its own triathlon on Saturday 29th July, the race is sanctioned by triathlon Ireland. You can sign-up for the race by finding it on the events calendar here: https://app.triathlonireland.com/ race-calendar for more information, email ballybuniontriclubgmail.com or phone Derek on 087 854 2199

POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Community Employment offers work experience, training, 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, Men’s Shed Caretaker, Environmental Worker x 2, and Community Centre Caretaker. For details, contact Rosaleen on 068 27799 or email saothairnanabhann@gmail.com

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

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.

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.

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.

CHECKERS CAFÉ AND CRAZY GOLF

Checkers café and crazy golf open 12 to 5pm Saturday and Sunday. Taking bookings for School tours, Birthday Parties and Clubs and Societies. Phone Marie on 0876415513

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.

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 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

TARBERT

TARBERT NEWS

Email; tarbertnews@outlook.com or telephone Patrick Lynch at 068/ 36117 on or before 7pm Sunday.

DEATHS

The death took place of John Kennedy, Church Street, Tarbert. John who was aged 93 years was possibly Tarbert’s oldest male resident. John died after a short stay at Kilcara Nursing Home, Duagh. He reposed at St Mary’s Funeral Home on Thursday 27 April. His Requiem Mass took place on Friday in St. Mary’s Church, Tarbert. The Mass was celebrated by neighbour and family friend Fr. John O’Connor, assisted by Fr. Philip O’Connell. His nephew Dr Michael Kennedy spoke of John’s long life, independent spirit and prowess as a sportsman. St Mary’s Choir under the direction of Dr Declan Downey sang hymns of praise and celebration. At the graveside in St Mary’s Cemetery he was given the traditional send off with some of his favourite songs. Declan Downey and Stella Enright sang ‘The Spinning Wheel’, John’s nephew Colm sang ‘The Boys of Barr na Sráide’ and Tomás Coolahan sang ‘My Silver River Feale’.

John was one of three children, two boys and a girl, born to Michael and Bridget Kennedy(née Flynn) in what used to be Miss Ahern’s shop. He attended St. Ita’s College and after completing his secondary school education he and his brother Noel worked the family farm in Dooncaha. Both Kennedy brothers were all round athletes participating in running, cycling, swimming, athletics, etc. There are few now who can remember those titanic struggles in the old Horsepark in the Fifties and Sixties when Tarbert played the best of North Kerry teams. I can still see in the mind’s eye, Johneen, not the most stylish of footballers, jersey and chest out making a burst up the middle of the field when all seemed lost. But then it was typical of the Kennedy brothers, grandsons of a jailed Land Leaguer, who would rally support when all seemed lost and the cause demanded it. John lived a long, healthy, independent, happy life. At the end of his days he watched from his front window the daily ebb and flow of everyday life’, remembering old happy far off things and battles long ago. ‘He was predeceased by his brother Noel and nephew Philip. Sympathy of the community to his sister Mai O’Brien, Feenagh, County Limerick, nephews Michael, Colm and Fergus, nieces Brenda, Paula, Ide, Nola and brother-in-law Billy O’Brien.

The death took place of Patricia O’Connor (née Anglim) of Saleen House, Kilcolgan Upper Tarbert. Patricia died on Thursday 27 April at the Palliative Care Unit, UHK Tralee at the age of 57, after a long illness borne with great fortitude. She reposed at her residence on Friday and her Requiem Mass took place in St Mary’s Church, Tarbert on Saturday 29 April. There was a guard of honour of IFA members as her remains were carried into the Church, acknowledging her long involvement with the farming organisation. Her Requiem Mass was concelebrated by Fr. John O’Connor, Fr. Eamon O’Brien, cousin and Fr. Philip O’Connell. Fr. John spoke of the four great loves in her life - love of faith, family, farming and friends. Relatives brought gifts to the altar which marked her love of farming and fashion. Michael’s uncle on behalf of the family named and thanked

all the kind neighbours, friends and relatives who had been so good to Patricia during her long illness.

Patricia was born in Tarmons Hill, Tarbert to Patsy and Joan Anglim(nee McMahon). She never knew her father Patsy who died aged 47 before she was born. She never met her brother Patrick who died in infancy. Her mother Joan and uncle Sonny Anglim managed the family farm while Patricia was growing up. She later married Michael P O’Connor and they farmed extensively in Kilcolgan and Tarmons. They had two children, son Pádraig and a daughter Shona. Sadly a life well lived came to a premature end for Patricia. St. Mary’s Choir under the direction of Dr Declan Downey sang a selection of hymns which she had selected. After the Requiem Mass her remains were interred in the adjoining St Mary’s Cemetery beside her parents and baby brother. Sympathy of the community is extended to her husband Michael, daughter Shona, son Pádraig, sister-in-law Maura Gaynor, brother-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Suaimhneas síoraí go raibh achu in Iothlainn Dé agus leaba i measc na naomh is na n-aingil go raibh ag John agus Patricia.

Sympathy of the community to the Murphy family, Clonakilty and the Kelly family, Tarbert on the recent death of Dan Murphy, Clonakilty. Dan was husband of the late Janet Kelly, Main Street, Tarbert who died in June 2019.

CHURCH FINANCES

Dr. Declan Downey, on behalf of the Church Finance Committee had some good news to report at Masses last weekend. The audited Financial Report for the year ended 31 December 2022 revealed an audited surplus of €5,990 with all bills paid. Significant increases in operating costs such as heating and salary costs were offset by significant increases in offertory collections, donations and prudent cost management/ The Committee would like to thank everybody who contributed to the finances. They also thank Parish Secretary, James Lavery for his continuing dedication and hard work throughout the year. The full Report appears on the Church Newsletter and can be viewed online at www.stmarystarbert.com

ROSARY

The Rosary will be prayed every evening from Monday to Friday, during the month of May at 7.30pm at the Marian Shrine in the Square. All are welcome to attend.

MOBILE SERVICES

The AIB Community Bank will be in the Square, Tarbert every Monday (excluding Bank Holidays) from 10.45am to 11.30am and it will be in Glin from 11.45am to 12.45am.

The Kerry Mobile Library Service will be in the Square, Tarbert on Wednesdays 3,17 and 31 May from 12.30pm to 1pm. This is a fortnightly Wednesday Service available to all members of the public. A friendly staff will also administer a book request service.

TARBERT ACTIVE RETIREMENT

(OVER 55’S)

Is on every Friday in Tarbert Bridewell between 10.30 and 12.00. Different activities every week followed by Tea/Coffee and refreshments and a chat. New Members always welcome.

LIXNAW

ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH

Mass Times: Monday 1st May, Mass at 7:30pm for Paud & Eileen O’Connell, Ballinageragh. Wednesday 3rd May, Mass at 10am. Friday 5th May, Mass at 7:30pm for Denny McElligot, Lower Tullig. Saturday 6th May, Mass at 7.30pm for Jimmy & Margaret Fitzgerald, Deerpark.

IRREMORE CHURCH:

Mass Times: Sunday 7th May, Mass at 11:00am for Gerard & Maurice McCarthy, Finuge.

RATHEA CHURCH: Mass Times: Sunday 7th May, Mass at 9.30am for Edmund, Peter, Kathy, Jimmy & Kathy Galvin.

PARISH OFFICE:

The Parish office is open from 11.00am – 2.00pm on Wednesdays. Tel. no. (066) 7132111.

LIXNAW HURLING CLUB

Split The Bucket Draw: Congratulations to Mag Fitzgerald, on winning €127 in the Split the Bucket Draw. Next week’s draw will take place in Post office. Thanks for your continued support.

LIXNAW COMMUNITY GAMES

U.11 Hurling:

The U.11 Lixnaw Hurling Team were in action last Saturday in Ballyduff. Lixnaw were in Group 2. Unfortunately, Spa/ Barrow/Fenit and Ballyduff proved too strong for our young team, with Ballyduff reaching the final. Lixnaw gave it their all but the older and stronger teams won out in the end. Still Lixnaw can be very proud of themselves for flying the parish flag. Well done to the team and management of Pat Walsh and PJ Stack. Your time will come again.

Gymnastics:

In Duagh Complex last Sunday, we had 4 gymnasts competing for Lixnaw.

In the U.9 Competition, we had Debra Hayes and Anna O’Neill and in the U.11 Competition, we had Elsie Hext and Lauren O’Connell. All performed very well and were unlucky not to be in the medal positions. However, they represented the parish with pride, so well done girls.

Athletics Evening: The annual Athletics Evening will be held in St. Senan’s GAA Grounds, Mountcoal, on Friday, 12th May, at 6pm. Entry fee to

be charged at the gate.

Track Competitions are as follows: U.8 60m and 80m, U.10 100m, 200m and 60m Hurdles, U.12 100m, 200m and 600m, U.14 100m and 800m, U.16 100m, 200m and 1,500m. U.6 and Tiny Tots 50m races will also be run.

U.12 Ball Throw will also be held as a Field Event. Novelty races to be held at the end.

Participants must reside in Lixnaw Parish. The cut-off date is 31st July for individual age groups (see Age Chart on the Lixnaw Community Games Facebook page).

Please note, only 1st and 2nd place qualifies for the County Community Games, to be held in An Riocht track, Castleisland, on the weekend of 24th and 25th June.

Participant’s entries for the event to be emailed to: lixnaw@ communitygames.eu by Thursday, 11th May, 6pm. Please include the child’s name, address, date of birth and specified races, as well as parent contact details.

The order of events will be advertised on the Lixnaw Community Games Facebook page before the event. All welcome.

CCÉ LEAC SNÁMHA

Another open rambling house for a night of music, song and dance will be held on Saturday 13th May at 7:30pm in The Ceolann. There will also be a Traditional Arts Summer Camp at The Ceolann from 17th to 21st July from 10am to 12pm with music, step-dancing, singing and sean-nós dancing. Contact Emma at (087)7219373 or email lixnawccesummercamps@ gmail.com for more information.

LIXNAW CLUB LOTTO DRAW

Jackpot €10,500. Numbers drawn were: 2, 15, 18, 23. No jackpot winner. €20 winners: Maria Sheehy, Online; Thomas Fitzmaurice, Ballinclogher; Kathleen Foley, The Cross.

ST SENAN’S GAA

Club Lotto Draw:

Date 24/04/23 Jackpot €9,000. There was no jackpot winner. Numbers drawn were 7, 10, 29, 31. Lucky dip €30 winners: Mike Whelan, Banemore; Noreen Enright, Knockane, Listowel. Lucky dip €20 winners: Jimmy Finucane, Listowel; Leanne Tarrant, Online; Michael Moran, Listowel. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Next week’s draw will take place at the Clubhouse Mountcoal, and Jackpot will be €9,100. 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.

The O Connor family from Tarbert with friends at the Coursing Awards Night on Sunday receiving the Dog of the Year Award for their greyhound Express Razor. Photo Moss Joe Browne

U.11 Hurling Team who represented Lixnaw Community Games in Ballyduff last weekend

Ruby Carmondy, Kate Quaid and Corie O’Connor from County Limerick enjoying the visit to Ballybunion for the 6th Moya Festival last weekend. Photo by Luke Kindelan

West Munster Cup under 18.5 winners from Listowel/Abbeyfeale. The boys came from behind to defeat Killorglin/Iveragh in Castleisland in what was a tough encounter. Final score 22-10 on 22nd April

Listowel Celtic U13B team who beat Killarney Athletic 6-1 last weekend

Frank Mulvihill, Kilflynn & John Walsh, Ballylongford enjoying a midweek conversion at Market St. Listowel.

Photo Moss Joe Browne

Pictures from another recent rally in Listowel where residents continue to oppose Our Government’s Policy of Uncontrolled, Unvetted Immigration into Ireland. Photos Seán Doyle. The group gather again this Sunday May 7th at 1pm from The Convent Building in Listowel and all are welcome.

2-year-old Ciaragh Mai Fitzmaurice of Coolaclarig, while recently on a visit to Listowel with mum Marcella. Photo Seán Doyle

LISTOWEL CELTIC

Draw 02/05/23 - Numbers Drawn 7-15-27-32

Jackpot not won - Lucky Dip Winners

€40 Jason Flaherty, Ardfert

€20 Breeda Hannon, Luachra Road

€20 Joe Guiney c/o Brosnas

€20 Albert Barrett, Bridge Road

€20 Kerry Kennedy, Camp

Next Draw 08/05/23 - Jackpot €6,500

Please see our Facebook page for fixtures and results for the coming weekend. Best of luck to all teams in action this weekend.

Our Academy Blitz on May 1st was a massive success with record crowds attending both morning and afternoon sessions. There was in excess of 700 children playing soccer in Pat Kennedy Park on Monday.This was amazing to see and a testament to all the volunteers in the club who contributed to the success of the day.

Thanks to all the parents who donated food and drinks on the day and to Garveys Supervalue Listowel for their contribution of food and drinks. All food was used on the day. Thanks to all the teams who travelled from West Limerick and Kerry on the day to play games. It was without doubt one of the biggest Blitz’s we have held in Pat Kennedy Park and fantastic to see so many kids playing sport.

LISTOWEL ATHLETIC CLUB

The outdoor season kicked off with a bang in sunny An Riocht last Sunday with the Kerry Athletics county championships. Lios Tuathail AC has a fantastic outing with 18 x Gold Medals, 6 x Silver Medals and 7 x Bronze Medals across Sprints, Middle distance, Hurdles, Long Jump, High Jump, Turbo Javelin, Discus and Shot Putt.

The following were the GOLD Medal winners, Noelle Dillion 3K, Padraic McCarthy Discus & Shot Putt, Aoibhinn Harte Shot Putt, Megan Lynch 100m, Brendan oLeary 100m, Emily Wolska Turbo Javelin, Mollie O’Riordan 800m, Ruby Sheehy TJ & Long Jump, Donnacha Quilter Long Jump, Sophie O’Flaherty High Jump (CBP), Chloe O’Flaherty 80m & Long Jump, Isabella McEnery High Jump, Steve Reidy 100m, Dylan O’Callaghan 800m, Tally Collins Triple Jump, SILVER Medals winners included James Dillon 3K, Aoibhinn Harte Discus, Saoirse Dillion 100m, Aine Quilter Long Jump, Sophie O’Flaherty Turbo Javelin and Alex Collins High Jump.

BRONZE Medal winners were Maddie O’Riordan 250mH, Cillian McMahon Discus, Yvonne Barrett 800m, Cillian Quilter Turbo Javelin, Saoirse Russell Long Jump, Tia Falvey 60m.

Finalist on the day included Rory Lynn, Louis oConnell, Cara Leahy, Ruby Sheehy, Colm Kennelly, Isabel Larkin, Sinead Barrett. Well done to all athletes for taking part on the day and representing the club with pride. Thanks you to all the coaches and parents for helping out today. Thank you to sylwia.stefaniak82 for taking some action photos of the Lios Tuathail AC athletes

Next week we are back at AN Riocht for the Seniors and Masters. Best of luck to all.

Training Times:

Tuesday at 6.30 - 8pm, Boys School Field. All Groups.

Thursday at 7 – 8pm, Boys School Field.

Friday at 7pm at An Riocht in Castleisland.

Saturday at 10am Little Athletics (7-11 years) Sunday at 10.30 at county squads

BALLYBUNION GOLF CLUB

Men’s Singles Sponsored by Deloitte – Old Course -Sunday 30th April 2023

1st       Mel Hurley (18)              69 nett (B9 41)

2nd     James Fogarty (19)                      69 nett (B9 42)

3rd     Noel Twomey (16)                69 nett (B9 47)

Gross: Senan Carroll                              74

Cat 1 (+5 to 5)

1st     Pat Harnett (5)                74 nett

2nd     Adrian Walsh (4)              75 nett (B9 38)

Cat 2 (6 to 12)

1s t    Mike Broderick (10)        70 nett

2nd     Mike Casey (12)                            71 nett (B9 42 B6 28)

3rd     Peter Naughton (10)      71 nett (B9 42 B6 29)

Cat 3 (13 to 18)

1st     John Joy (15)      71 nett

2nd     Kevin McCarthy (14)                    72 nett (B9 41)

3rd     Tom Keane (18)                              72 nett (B9 43)

Cat 4 (19+)

1st     Fin Broderick (21)            70 nett

2nd     Mike Jones (23)                            71 nett

3rd     Pat Costello (22)                          73 nett

Hole in One Pat Harnett (5) at the 12th Hole

Fixtures: Sunday 7th May 2023 – Men’s Singles Sponsored by Innovu Insurance – Old Course

Ladies 18 Holes Stableford Voucher Competition – Old Course – Tuesday 25th

April 2023

1st Rose Fitzgerald (18) 71 nett

2nd Margaret McAuliffe (4) 75 nett

Ladies Open Day Sponsored by Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel – Old CourseMonday 1st May 2023

1st: Deirdre Mullins (12) Mitchelstown GC, Eithne Bermingham (16) Mitchelstown GC, Irene Poynton (16)

The Island GC & Marie Ruby (31) Monkstown GC

Total – 89 pts

2nd: Carol Deeney (13), Josephine Condon (18), Liz Donnelly (14) & Liz O’ Neill (9) Kinsale GC

Total–86 pts (BK9 43pts)

3rd: Rose Beamish (18) Fota Island GC, Yvonne Courtney (9) Macroom GC, Bernie McGrath (14) Macroom GC & Hilda Beamish (21) Rockmount GC

Total - 86 pts (BK 9 42 pts)

4th: Kate Fleming (35) Adare GC, Eithne O’Halloran (20)

Adare Manor GC, Teresa Cremin (26) Kanturk GC & Mary Moran (24) Kanturk GC

Total –84 pts

Ladies Dooks Exchange Day - Sunday 30th April 2023

1st Joan Scanlon (9) 92 Pts

Bernie Moloney (20)

Janelle Griffin (29)

Caroline Griffin (27)

2nd Katherine Tangney (27) 90 Pts

Elva Clancy (29)

June Hayes (33)

Tina Curtin (39)

3rd Mary O’Grady (33) 87 Pts

Eileen Daly (33)

Louise Lane (30)

Teresa Cronin (16)

Fixtures: Saturday 6th May 2023 – Ladies 18 Hole Stroke Medal II Sponsored by CoCo Boutique Listowel – Old Course

Tuesday 9th May 2023 – Ladies 18 Hole Stableford Voucher Competition –Cashen Course

Senior Mens Competition – Thursday 27th April 2023 – Cashen Course

1st Brent Williams (47) 48+3      51pts.

2nd Michael Joyce (29) 47-1    46pts. B9-23.

3rd Pat Shanahan (22) 41+5          46pts. B9-19.

Gross. Michael K Barrett                  29pts.

4th Sean Walsh (22) 41+3         44pts.

5th Patrick Byrnes (34) 45-3     42pts. B9-22.

V. Rory Flannery (22) 41-4      37pts. B9-20.

S.V. Miley Costello (23)                 37pts. B9-20.

S.S.V. Denis Eggleston (31) 32+2      34pts. B9-11.

Senior Ladies 3 Ball Scramble Competition – Friday 28th April – Cashen Course

1st Nora Quaid Ph 1 Nett 33

Louise Griffin Ph 1 Nuala Lynch Ph 2

2nd Eleanor O Sullivan Ph 2 Nett 34 ( back 3 - 13 )

Mgt Scanlon Ph 2

Judy Carmody Ph 2

3rd Tina Curtin Ph 2 Nett 34 ( 3 - 14 )

Ann O Riordan Ph 1

Mary B Kelly Ph 3

Fixtures: Friday 5th May 2023 - Senior Ladies Competition – Cashen Course

BEALE GAA

Beale seniors made it back-to-back victories when we defeated Keel in round 5 of the County League on Sunday. Following on a great performance the previous week, another great game was in store. And our lads certainly did not disappoint. Playing conditions were ideal at Páirc de Staic with a cross-field breeze, as spectators were treated to some good displays of football.

We were first to hit our stride, kicking the opening two points. All the scores in the first half came in the opening ten minutes. Despite some fine passages ofplay by both teams, the rest of the half-remained barren of scores. We had most of the possession, dictatingthe terms and conditionsand lead by the bare minimum at the interval, 0-3 to 0-2.

We had the edge on the field of play again on the changeover with some fine teamwork. We stretched the lead to three points going into the final ten minutes, 0-8 to 0-5. Our opponents pulled us back to within a point and desperately sought out the equaliser. Our defence held firm against their onslaught and soaked up the pressure, forcing a wide. We raced up the field to score another point, giving us a two-point cushion as the clock ticked in injury time. Keel kicked over a point from a free and we won on a score line of 0-9 to 0-8. Beale team lined out as: Joe Downey, Podge Holly, John Griffin, Joe Finch, Fionnán Toomey (0-1) (capt), Diarmuid O’Mahony, Conor Toomey. Neilus Mulvihill, Phillie Blake, Callum McSweeney, Ian Mannix, Daithí Toomey, Darragh Buckley (0-8(4f)), Bernard O’Callaghan and Barry O’Neill.Substitutes: Shane Joy for Podge Holly, Jack Mallon for Bernard O’Callaghan, Shane O’Connor, Andrew O’Connor, Darragh Hanrahan, Rory Mulvihill, Conor Breen, Niall Downey,

Colm Carolan, Darragh Kissane, Jack O’Sullivan and Ronan Cross.

With three wins from our five games in the league, we are placed seventh in the table on six points. We look forward to our next round when we travel to play St Pat’s, Blennerville in mid-May. Beale seniors travel to Renard for our first-round game of the County Junior Championship. We await details. Other teams inour group are Knocknagoshel and Kilgarvan.

Our minors opened their account in the North Kerry League, Division 2,with a 5-point win over Northern Gaels on Monday evening. We await details of the next round. Other teams in this division are St Senans, Moyvane, Finuge and Knocknagoshel/Brosna.

Having won the North Kerry League final in 2022, Beale juniors have been promoted to Division 3. Our first-round game is on 20thJune against St Senans B in Ballybunion. Other teams in this division are Emmets B, Moyvane B, Brosna B and Desmonds B. Games scheduled each week from end of June.

Last week’s Beale Lotto took place in Kilcooly’s. Numbers drawn were 1, 16, 22 and 27. The Lotto jackpot was not won and there was one Match-3 winner, Daithí Eve Mulvihill, who won €100. The winner of 5 Free tickets was Teddy Madden.This week’s Lotto took place in Mikey Joe’s. Numbers drawn were 11, 13, 17 and 32.The Lotto jackpot was not won and there was one Match-3 winner, Tommy McMahon , who won €100. The winner of 5 Free tickets was John Walsh.

Next week’s lotto jackpot is €3,300. Draw takes place on Sunday night in The Olde Attic 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 apply.

It’s been a great couple of weeks for the Beale club as three players collected Munster Championship medals in three different categories. Orla O’Mahony lined out at midfield for the Kerry Under-16 girls who beat Tipperary in the Munster final in Mallow by 2-14 to 1-10 with Orla contributing a point from play. Gracie O’Sullivan lined out at full forward for the Kerry Under-14 girls who beat Cork in their Munster final by 1-16 to 2-11 with Gracie scoring 1-01.

Last Monday, at Pairc Uí Chaoimh, Beale’s Robert Stack came on as a substitute for the Kerry Under 20s in their comprehensive 2-12 to 1-6 win over Cork in their Munster final.Best of luck to Robert and his Kerry teammates this weekend whenthey play Sligo in the All-Ireland Semi-final on Saturday. Congrats to all our players. We look forward to many more great days supporting you in the green and gold. Well done also to Brain Dinneen and Daithí Keane Tyrell and the under-16 Noth Kerry squad on their comprehensive win over Meath on Saturday.

Beale Ladies came up short against a very strong Laune Rangers team in the County League on Sunday morning in Páirc de Staic. We stayed with them for the first half, putting some great moves together. However, our opponents drove on in the second half and got away from us.

Well done to Kilconly National School girls on winning theCumann na mBunscoil 5-a-side last Friday morning. They had a comprehensive win over Ballinacrossig and then went on to defeat Drumnacurra in the final. This was a tighter match but the girls won well. Congrats to the girls and their teachers. Congratsto all Beale girls, under-12sand under-14s, who won medals at the Scór na bPáistí County Finals at the weekend. Katie Joycecame second in the solo music for Beale GAA, whileSinead and her music group were crowned County Champions in the ceol uirlise for Ballydonoghue and Dianne O’ Neill, Emily Neville, Jessica Auston and their group were also crowned County Champions in the ballad group competition for Ballylongford.Congrats also to Michael Pierce who represented Beale in the Seân Nós dancing. Well done to all on their fantastic performances. The dancers, musicians and their mentors have done the club proud.

We are delighted to announce that our annual Beale GAA Golf Classic takes place on June Bank Holiday Monday. Many thanks to Ballybunion Golf Club for hosting this superb event.

ST. SENANS GAA

Club lotto draw at the clubhouse Mountcoal. Monday 01/05/2023 at 19:30h Jackpot €9100. Not Won - Numbers Drawn, 02, 17, 24, 32

Lucky dip:

€30 each: James & Jessica C/O Sheelagh Dillon, John & Maria Barry Leam.

€20 each: Christy’s Bar Listowel, Eamon & Maura Whelan Mountcoal, Katie O Callaghan (on line)

Next week’s Jackpot 9,200 - 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.

Minor Team: North Kerry League Division 2 Round 1 against Moyvane in Mountcoal on Bank Holiday Monday was a game of two halves, where the visitors dominated the first half. However, the determined home side kept them scoreless for 20 minutes in the second half and took the lead, but a late flurry by Moyvane led to a draw. St.Senans 2:14 Moyvane 3:11.

Kerry Team: We would like to congratulate our player Ruairi O Connell on being named on the Kerry Minor Panel for 2023

Senior County league round 5: St.Senans played St. Michaels Foilmore in Mountcoal on Sunday 30th April at 2pm. Senans started well with St.Michaels Foilmore adding points to the boards leaving the half time score St.Senans 0-8 St.Michaels Foilmore 0-3. The second half got under way with St. Michaels Foilmore making a great come back into the game however St .Senans soon got two goals to give them a strong hold leaving the full time score St.Senans 2-13 St.Michaels Foilmore 0-9. St.Senans will now take on Cordal away to Cordal on the 14th of May at 2pm in the 6th round of the Senior Credit union county league. Please come and support.

DUAGH GAA

No winner of tonight’s jackpot of €12,800

Numbers drawn 12,15,22,25

€50 Theresa Dillane c/o Jim’s

€30 Mary Cronin O’Brien, Duagh

€20 Stephen Sheehy, Duagh

€20 Bridget Quinn, online

€20 Joanne Fitzgerald, online

€20 Sellers Prize: O Briens Bar

Match 3’s: Moss Dowling. Gavin and Jamie O Connor. Tony Collins

Thank you all for your continued support. Next weeks jackpot €12,900 with draw in O Briens Bar @9:30. Tickets available from usual sellers, Sheehys Insulation, O Connors Hardware, Watsons, Jim Goulds, Jim’s Bar, O Briens Bar and online at www.klubfunder.com

BALLYLONGFORD GAA

Senior Team Fixture Changes: Credit Union SFL Rd5

Ballylongford v Duagh - Saturday 6th May 2023

Time: 4 pm - Venue: Duagh

Well done to our 4 Ballylongford boys and 2 Ballylongford girls who played brilliantly with Ballydonoghue Community Games.

Huge Congratulations and well done to Our Ballad Group who came 1st in Scór na bPáistí final held in Glenbeigh Glencar Gaa Club Hall yesterday. Thanks for representing our Club and we are very proud of you all Niamh Burrows, Diane O Neill, Katie Neville, Emily Neville, and Jessica Austin. Also, Well done to Mikey Bambury, Katie Neville, Harry Heaphy and Dylan O Connell who took part in the Scor na bPàistì Quiz in Killorglin. Thanks to the parents who travelled and to Lisa Mulvihill who coached our Balled Group

North Kerry League Div2 Rd 1

Great effort and very unlucky with such a close score

Result: Northern Gaels 1.9 Beale 1.18

Scorers: Cathal Byrne 1.5, Fionn Byrne 2pts, Sean O Connor 1pt and Tommy Carty 1pt

Well done to Northern Gaels U15s who beat St Marys/Renard on a scoreline of 4-15 to 2-4 in Caherciveen. Best of luck to St Marys/Renard for the rest of the year.

Team: Ryan McDonnell, Jimmy Carmody, Jack Purcell, Geroid McNamara, Liam Flaherty, Oisin Loughnane, Cathal Daly, Fionn Byrne 0-2, Sean Creighton 1-0, Matthew Stack, Cathal Byrne 1-9, Ordhan Barry, Sean Mulvihill 0-1, Thomas Lynch 1-4, Conor O Reilly, Subs1: Ross O Neill 1-0 and Paul O Mahony

Well done to our 2 U11 teams who played Beale in Ballylongford on Thursday evening. Thanks to Beale for a great sporting game.

LOTTO RESULTS - Our Weekly Lotto draw Saturday 29th April 2023@ GAA Grounds. Jackpot €4,300. Numbers Drawn: 4- 9- 13- 23 No Winner - Lucky Dips:

€20: Janet James, Tullahinell

€20: Brian McCarthy, Online

€20: Sean Kennelly, Lislaughtin

€20: Ella Tracey, Ahanagran

3 x Free tickets: Mary McAuliffe, Loughill

Our next Lotto draw will take place on Saturday 6th April with a Jackpot of €4,350. 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

BALLYDONOGHUE GAA

Lotto Draw results: The numbers drawn for Friday 28th April 2023, were as follows, 1, 9, 12, 17. The Jackpot was €4,000 and there was no Jackpot winner.

The following won 30 euro lucky dips:

Aoife O’ Donnell- Online.

Breeda Dinneen- Online.

Lucille O’ Sullivan - Ferndere.

Brian Kissane - Lacca.

Frankie Sweeney c/o Wyeths.

The following won three free tickets:

Bill Mahony - Coolkeragh.

Anne Woulfe - Kilmorna.

Stephen Lonergan - Online.

Next Jackpot will be €4,100 and it will take place at the clubhouse on Friday 5th May 2023.

Upcoming fixtures:

Ballydonoghue B away to St. Pats Blennerville next Saturday evening @ 7pm in Round 3 Division 4 of Developmental league.

Results:

Ballydonoghue played John Mitchels in Coolard Saturday evening.

Great win for Ballydonoghue against John Mitchels with the final score Ballydonoghue 1-12 John Mitchels 0-11.

The Ballydonoghue team lined out as follows; Cian O’ Mahony, Liam Guiney, Tadgh O’ Carroll(Conor Kennelly), Declan Behan(David Lynch), Brendan O’Neill, Mike Gogarty, Tommy Kennelly(Captain)(0-1),Brian O’ Seanacháin(0-1), Michael Foley(Stephen Foley, Darragh Sheehy), Jack Behan(0-3)(Cian Sheehy), Jack Sheehy, Jack Kennelly(1-3), Mikey Nolan(0-1),Paul Kennelly(0-3), Darragh O’ Shea, Billy Foley, Jamie Keane, Podge O’ Connor, Gearóid Kissane, Sean O mahony William Kissane, James Donegan.

Community Games:

Takes place in Ballydonoghue pitch on Thursday 11th May registration at 6.10 and first race begins at 6.30. Track and Field events will take place. Open to all children from Ballydonoghue and Ballylongford parish. Come along and join the fun.

Scór na bpaistí:

Ballydonoghue GAA wish the girls the best of luck at the County final of Scór na bpaistí took place in Glenbeigh. Ballydonoghue were represented by Ruth Foley (Solo singing).

Aoife Lennihan (Solo step dancing). Aoibhinn McNamara Moore, Daisy O’Donnell, Laura Dalton, Sinéad Costello, Ruth Foley (Instrumental Group).

Congratulations to the ladies in the Instrumental Group on wining first place. Well done to everyone who took part on the night.

ASDEE GAA

Credit Union County League Division 5B: Asdee 0-11 Waterville 1-14 Asdee GAA played host to Division 5 table-toppers Waterville who made their first appearance in Jack Walsh Park on Saturday evening last and after a well contested encounter it was the visitors who came away with the County League points. Certainly, Asdee gave as good as they got, especially in the second half where they more than owned that final 30mts. However it was the slow start that cost them the game,poor passing, giving away turn overs and at the break looked in real trouble down 9pts to 2pts. It looked an uphill battle starting off the second half Eoin Kennedy departed the scene through injury but Asdee dug deep and were to cause plenty problems for a fancied South Kerry side shrewd positional switches were to work immediately as the home side went about their business in great style winning a lot of the midfield exchanges. Waterville were now on the back-foot and it took a goal with under 5mts remaining to help them get over the line. Asdee have improved their game considerably and are well positioned to reach the next phase of the competition. Team and scorers; James Kelly, Con Carmody, Martin Collins, John Daly, Jack Collins, Sean Keane, Patrick Mulvihill,1pt, Jack Keane, Stephen Lynch, Paul O Carroll, 4pts, John Doran, Eoin Kennedy, Kieran Kelly, Eoin Tydings, 3pts, Darragh Keane, 3pts. Subs; Cyril Dineen for Eoin Kennedy, (inj), Jack Hannon, Michael Walsh, Brian Coughlan

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. This week’s winners are; P.M.K. c/o Jack Jays. Mike Kennelly, Kilgarvan, Ballydonoghue, Tom Mulvihill (senior), Asdee East

Credit Union County Football League, Rd 6, Asdee away to Scartaglin, Sunday May 14th, Round 7, home to Gneeveguilla “B” Sunday Sunday 21st May.

DUAGH/LYRE COMM GAMES

Huge congratulations to all our cyclists last Friday evening in Tralee. U12 1st Leona McMahon, U14 1st Kate Sheridan both girls have qualified for National finals in Gormanstown, Co. Meath on May 27th & 28th. U12 boys 2nd Eamon Dennehy, U14 boys 3rd Thomas Cahill. This event takes a lot of determination, endurance and awareness. Our participants have been busy training with the guidance of Andy Keane and John Bunyan. Thanks to Kerry Community Games and Nelius Collins for a well-run competition in Tralee. Thanks to Sheila for the great photos and videos from the night.

U10 Gaelic Football

Good luck to our u10 team on bank Holiday Mon, further details next week.

KNOCKANURE GAA

Knockanure Lotto Results from Tuesday April 25th Jackpot was €2,400 - Numbers Drawn: 11, 16, 20, 25

No winner but lucky dips went to:

1. Ken Finucane, New Kingdom Bar

2. Brendan O Carroll, Enright Bar Moyvane

3. Donie Fitzgerald, Duagh Village

4. Emily Shaltz, New Kingdom Bar

5. John Shanahan, c/o Kevins

Next draw will be on next Tuesday May 2nd in the clubhouse and jackpot will be €2,500. All are welcome!

NORTH KERRY GAA

Scor Na Paisti - Report by Jack Hennessy

Congratulations to All North Kerry Football Board winners and participants

COISTE SCOR NA BPAISTI CIARRAI 2023 FINALS

Scor within the County came to a conclusion with the” Lee Strand” Sponsored County Finals of Scor Na bPaisti revealed the Cultural talents of participating Clubs before the presence of a bumper audience held in the Glenbeigh/Glencar

G A A Sports Hall on Saturday last April 29th where nine Districts Boards took part including North Kerry Football. It was an occasion to celebrate with three County Titles and a runner up medal to savour.

Trath Na gCeist

The day got off to the perfect start with the St. Senans Club capturing the Trath Na gCeist County Title where a total of 19 other clubs from around the County took part. A great history of quiz teams going back the years from The winning club were; Michael Somers, Mathew Quilter, Donnacha Quilter and Katelyn Lyons.

Ceol Uirlise

Once again this club showed their musical talents with a stunning performance and were clear leaders on the Adjudicators score cards. A club with All Ireland U17 titles looks like their on the road again. Cultural Officer Katie McNamara/Purcill take a bow. Ruth Foley, Aoibhinn McNamara Moore, Laura Dalton, Daisy O’ Donnell; Sinead Costello

Ballad Group

Ballylongford were well up their with the best and fully deserved their victory. They have put in the effort and it certainly showed with a flawless display in the decider. Ballylongford: Niamh Burrows, Dianne O’ Neill, Katie Neville, Emily Neville & Jessica Auston

SOLO MUSIC

Katie Joyce from Beale can count herself unlucky not to have lifted a County Title in this new discipline. Really got the crowd going with some excellent Solo Music on the Melodeon and collected a runners up medal

We cant forget the remainder of our North Kerry participants who performed brilliantly and were well up their when the Adjudicators made their final deliberations, sweet voice of, Ruth Foley from Ballydonoghue in Solo Singing, J J Liston from Finuge in the Recitation, gave a great rendition of “Minding the House”. Michael Pierce, Beale showed nice touches in Sean Nos Dancing while Ballydonoghues Aoibhinn Linnihan displayed her skills at Solo Dancing.

Minor North Kerry League Result

Division1 Rd1: Duagh 3.07 ( 16) -v- Tarbert 1.13 (16)

Division 2.Rd 1 : Beale 1.18 -v- Northern Gaels 1.09

Knock /brosna 5.05 -v- Finuge 2.13

St Senans 2-14 -v- Moyvane 3-11

Minor League2023 - First named team has home advantage.

Division 1 Round 2: Monday 8th May @ 7pm

Tarbert v Ballyduff | Castleisland Desmonds v Duagh | Listowel Emmets bye

Final - Monday 3rd July @ 7.30pm

Top two teams on the league table

Division 2 Groupings 5 Teams

St Senans, Knocknagoshel/Brosna, Beale, Finuge, Moyvane, Northern Gaels

Minor League2023 - First named team has home advantage.

Division 2 Round 2 - Monday 8th May @ 7pm

Moyvane v Beale | Knocknagoshel/Brosna v Northern Gaels

St Senans v Finuge

Kerry Team: Congratulations to Evan Boyle Ballyduff on been named captain of the Kerry Minor team for the coming year. The Kerry Minors campaign kicks off on Thursday 11th of May v Cork.

Kerry U20: Best wishes to Kerry U20 team as they take on Sligo Saturday 5th of May in Pearse Stadium Galway.

Kerry Senior Team: The Championship continues Sunday 6th of May Kerry v Clare in the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick.

BALLYHEIGUE GOLF CLUB

On Sunday we had an 18 Hole Fourball.

1st Jerry Horan and Earl McMahon 49pts

2nd Mark Culhane and Kevin Enright 46pts

3rd J amsey McGrath and Jack Dempsey 44pts

Next Sunday is an 18 Hole Single Stableford and is the first Golfer of the Year competition.

Our Mixed Foursomes team won 3-2 in Dooks against Dooks last Monday. Our Pierce Purcell team won 3.5-1.5 in Ballyheigue against Ballybunion on Saturday.

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