Issue 7

The Company: Established Haulage Business based in Co. Kerry looking to hire an Articulated Truck Driver for a Full-time position.

The Position: We are looking for a Driver based in the Kerry/Limerick area but there may be some flexibility depending on your location.

Role Includes:

• Articulated Tipper work

• Farm Deliveries

• Applicants should have the following:

• A full CE Driving Licence.

• A Digital Tachograph Card.

• A valid Drivers CPC card.

• A professional manner and good customer service approach.

Experience an advantage but not essential. Competitive Salary.

Please contact 087-2577209 to apply or for more information about the role. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Thomas is wondering what the new proposals to amend the constitution are about?

The changes to the wording of the constitution set out in bold hereunder in Article 41.1.1

Article 41.1.1° “The State recognises the Family, whether founded on marriage or on other durable relationships, as the natural primary and fundamental unit group of Society, and as a moral institution possessing inalienable and imprescriptible rights, antecedent and superior to all positive law.”

Families have long been recognised by societies as the basic building block of society and family bonds are very important in Irish Society. It is estimated at least a third of all Irish Families are outside the traditional married family model. This new provision involves extending the meaning of family to include all family units. This is part of the European Convention on Human Rights which recognises all family units. Under our present constitution only marital family units were recognised and protected by the state. This leaves all the multiple non-marital family units without proper state protection and recognition although we do have the cohabitee legislation which protects qualifying cohabitants. The new provision will protect all family units e.g. a grandmother looking after her grandchild, foster care family units, blended families and all the myriad of non-marital caring family units within Irish Society. Furthermore it will delete part of Article 41.3.1 so that while married families continue to be protected other families can be protected as well. It will remove the restriction in the constitution which provides that the state shall only protect the marital family.

“The State pledges itself to guard with special care the institution of Marriage, on which the Family is founded, and to protect it against attack.”

The second amendment is proposing to delete the following section

Article 41.2.1° “In particular, the State recognises that by her life within the home, woman gives to the State a support without which the common good cannot be achieved.” Article 41.2.2° “The State shall, therefore, endeavour to ensure that mothers shall not be obliged by economic necessity to engage in labour to the neglect of their duties in the home.” This section has long been recognised as archaic, sexist and needlessly role determining and rigid. The new proposal will be promote equality recognising the unique and important role of all carers in Irish Society regardless of their gender. And replace it with the following which will recognise the significance and importance of carers in our society.

“The State recognises that the provision of care, by members of a family to one another by reason of the bonds that exist among them, gives to Society a support without which the common good cannot be achieved, and shall strive to support such provision.”

Law quip: “Laws and institutions must go hand in hand with the progress of the human mind. As new discoveries are made, new truths discovered and manners and opinions change with the change of circumstances, institutions must advance also to keep pace with the times.” ~ Thomas Jefferson

If you have a legal query or need further information on any item addressed in this column please send in your query to miriam.mcgillycuddy@gmail.com Miriam McGillycuddy, Solicitor, Derryana, Ballyard, Tralee, County Kerry.

FREE INFORMATION EVENING

including the legal aspects of the March 8th Referendum being held in The Great Southern Hotel Killarney on the 5th of March at 7:30pm All Welcome

Unguarded

Anthony Kinahan developed and performs this touching and often comedic new drama which uses imaginative physicality, vocal versatility & song, to highlight the vulnerable position many LGBTQ+ & non LGBTQ+ families find themselves in due to the lack of regulation of Surrogacy in Ireland.

Tickets €18/16

Knuckle Down

Laugh your way into St Patrick’s Day with Pat and Faye Shortt as this father and daughter comedy duo return with their new show. Gliding seamlessly from stand up to hilarious characterisation of everyday Irish people their sharp wit and physical comedy genius will have you in pain with laughter!

Tickets € 31

7TH MAR 8.00PM

Kerry College Open Week -“Its A

Kerry College’s Open Week 2024 attracted over 2000 attendees across its campuses in Listowel, Clash Road, Killorglin, and Monavalley. Another 2500 prospective learners participated in various events throughout the week, including the Further Options Event, Information Evening, and more. Killorglin Campus held its inaugural Open Day, featuring discussions on careers in the Great Outdoors and showcasing courses like outdoor therapy. Attendees witnessed scuba diving and yoga demonstrations, inspiring them to explore these career paths. They also learned about the new Nature Based Early Learning and Care course.

Clash Road visitors enjoyed guided tours, met with teachers and learners, and received career guidance. The Beauty Open Evening at Kerry College of Beauty showcased state-of-the-art facilities and internationally-recognized certifications, inspiring attendees to pursue careers in the beauty industry.

Listowel Campus hosted guest speakers Katie Hannon, Tracey

Grimes, and Lizzy Lyons, who shared insights and expertise. Clash & Listowel Campuses received nearly 900 visitors, providing comprehensive information on courses for September 2024.

Monavalley Campus attracted record-breaking attendance, offering hands-on experiences and practical demonstrations. The highlight was the Amazon Web Services Fibre Splicing Workshop, catering to career changers interested in the growing industry.

At Killarney Admissions Office, visitors explored full-time and parttime course options, childcare, and financial supports available for their Kerry College journey.

Overall, the Open Week showcased Kerry College’s diverse course offerings and provided valuable insights for prospective learners. For more information, visit www. kerrycollege.ie or contact the Admissions Team.

Dances Like a Bomb

Junk Ensemble brings together Mikel Murfi and leading dance artist Finola Cronin to challenge the cult of youth and to celebrate and reclaim the ageing body. Performers are heroic, vulnerable, comedic and completely themselves in this work.

Tickets € 18/16

Shrek The Musical Jr

Students of the Bryan Carr School of Performing Arts present this family friendly musical comedy as part of their end of term showcase following the adventures of ogre Shrek. Act 2 includes scenes from other children's musicals.

Tickets € 18/17/16

Photos by John Cleary

ABOVE: Sr. Mary Shelia, 0.P. Dominicans, Limerick, pictured speaking at the Regional meeting for Lay Dominicans Fraternities in the Imperial Hotel, Tralee, on Saturday.

ABOVE: Pictured at the Regional meeting of Lay Dominicans Fraternaties at the Imperial Hotel Tralee on Saturday l-r Fr. David McGovern O.P. The Prior Provinican of Dominicans Fr. John Harris O.P. and the Bishop of Kerry Fr. Ray Browne pictured on a visit.

ABOVE: Gloria Neumann, centre of picture with her daughter Charlotte and her sister Phyllis Healy, Tralee, Gloria is a Tralee woman married and lives in in Germany and pictured at her stand at the Kerry Antique Fair at Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa on Sunday.

ABOVE: Mary Buckley, Castlegregory and her daughter Olivia Buckley, enjoying the Kerry Antiques Fair on Sunday at Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa.

ABOVE: Tara Kenny and on right Susy Healy, Ardfert, enjoying the display of jewellery at the Kerry Antiques Fair at Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa on Sunday.

ABOVE: Regional meeting of the Lay Dominicans Fraternities at the Imperial Hotel Tralee on Saturday.

ABOVE: Taken at the Lay Dominicans Regional meeting in the Imperial Hotel on Saturday, left Louise O’Connor, Liz Cleary, Geraldine Cleary, Tralee, Fr. David McGovern O.P. and Kathleen Hayes, Abbeyfeale.

ABOVE: David Guerin, Tralee and his sons from left Michael and Matthew Guerin, interested in the display at the Kerry Antiques Fair on Sunday at Ballygarry House Hotel and Spa.

ABOVE: The Prior of Holy Cross Friary Tralee, Co Kerry, Fr. Gregory Carroll O.P. Pictored after the afternoon Mass at Holy Cross to close the Regional meeting for Lay Dominicans attending, on his left The Prior Provinical of the Dominicans Fr. John Harris O.P. and on the right Fr. David McGovern O.P.

ABOVE: Time for tea and scone before getting down to the Regional Lay Dominicans meeting at the Imperial Hotel Tralee on Saturday, l-r Carmel Hanlon, Breda Casey and Bobby Boylan, Tralee. The Prior Provinical of the Dominicans Fr. John Harris O.P. Fiona and Tom Kiely, Cork, and Mary Hanafin, Tralee.

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Friday 7:00am – 7:30am Sprint

9:30am -10am Body Balance Flexibility

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Brú na Páirce – Junior Cycle Easter Revision Course

Our unique Junior Cycle Easter Revision course (Monday 25th –Friday 29th March) in Killarney is designed to help students become confident and competent in Higher Level Irish, English and Maths in order to achieve the highest grades possible in their Junior Cycle exams. During our exam-focused classes, students will consolidate the knowledge and skills they have learned for the past three years.

Using our excellent notes, our outstanding teachers will teach and revise the topics to be examined in

each subject area. During subject tutorials, we will show students how to read questions properly in order to figure out what information is required in the answers. Students will also be shown how to best structure their answers in the allocated time, so as to achieve the highest marks possible. Students will practice answering exam questions with the help of our teachers and will be given immediate feedback. This unique course is studentcentred and each student will learn how to study, how to use notes

Spring at Siamsa Tíre

promises a rich tapestry of drama and comedy to uplift your spirits.

Actor Anthony Kinahan presents his new drama “Unguarded” on March 2nd. This touching play explores love, loss, and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ and non-LGBTQ+ families due to surrogacy in Ireland.

Mikel Murfi takes the stage twice this spring with “Dances Like A Bomb” on March 7th and “The Mysterious Case of Kitsy Rainey” on April 6th. These performances delve into themes of aging and personal discovery with humor and tenderness.

Father-daughter comedy duo Pat and Faye Shortt will have you laughing into St. Patrick’s Day with their show “Knuckle Down” on March 16th. Their witty characterizations of everyday Irish

life are sure to leave you in stitches. The popular comedy “Fred & Alice – Love in the Time of OCD” returns on March 27th, promising a hilarious yet heartfelt story of quirky love and madcap adventures.

From April 9th to 13th, Tralee Musical Society presents “Sister Act,” a divine musical filled with gospel music, outrageous dancing, and a moving story that will leave audiences rejoicing.

Heartfelt Productions brings “Dolly and Mick” on May 9th, a captivating tale of love and revelation set against the backdrop of the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival, accompanied by live performances of well-known songs.

Closing the spring season, Tralee’s Zyber Theatre presents “The Game,” an emotional drama exploring the

effectively in answering questions, how to revise efficiently in the run up to the exams and how to maximise their potential in Higher Level Irish, English and Maths. This is the only course of its kind in Ireland and we have created a positive learning environment in which each student is motivated to do their very best at all times.

Just to note here that while students are encouraged to do all three subjects, we do understand circumstances where students may not be studying all subjects at higher

level and it is therefore possible to do one, two or three subjects. Accommodation is available for students travelling from outside Kerry.

All information regarding this course is available on our website brunapairce.ie. We can also be contacted at 086-3034998/0866063230.

dynamics of a dysfunctional family and the complexities of life. For tickets and more information,

Minister Foley confirms over €507k in infrastructure funding for Kerry ETB

This funding can be used for essential small-scale works, new equipment needs and energy efficiency projects.

Minister Foley said: “I am very pleased to have received confirmation of a Government funding announcement of €507,500 for Kerry Education and Training Board. This funding is a further endorsement of the importance of Further Education and Training. It will provide vital support to Kerry ETB as it enhances and develops the FET sector in the county.”

Kerry ETB is one of the largest education and training providers at this local level, amassing over 2,900 primary and post-primary students and 14,000 further education and

training beneficiaries annually. It has 670 full-time staff and 590 part-time staff working around the county.

Under Project Ireland 2040, an investment of over €8 million will be distributed to the 16 ETBs this year as part of the ongoing investment in the further education and training sector. SOLAS will distribute the funding to the individual ETBs.

Minister Foley also welcomed confirmation by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD and Minister of State for Skills and Further Education Niall Collins that Kerry Education and Training Board will get the same level of infrastructure

funding (€507,500) for the next two years. This will allow Kerry ETB to plan for 2024, 2025 and 2026.

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Kathleen Casey from Abbeydorney enjoying a conversation with the legendary Tom O Dwyer at Patrickswell on Sunday.Photo Moss Joe Browne.

2 New restaurants opening soon in Town!

IKON Store on Russell st getting ready for St Patricks Day !

Wasn’t Carmel the wise woman !

New life gets breathed into an old building in Rock St !

Enjoying the interval break at Patrickswell on Sunday were Kit and Kieran Walsh from Lixnaw with Willie O Connor from Ballyduff.Photo Moss Joe Browne.

“SNAPPED ON SOCIAL MEDIA”

We pick out some great photos posted on social media each week ...if you have any good ones please send them in... email traleeadvertiser@gmail.com or message us on our Facebook page... Enjoy!

Supervalu Castleisland make the top 10 list in Ireland

Garvey’s SuperValu in Castleisland was announced as a finalist in the running for the highly coveted and recognised ‘SuperValu Store of the Year 2024’ title, making the store one of the top 10 SuperValu stores in Ireland.

The O Sullivans looking good at Tralee Parnells Social last weekend !

Another great shape ..1975 Ford Granada Ghia !

A great photo of two Tralee running legends, Tommy Horan & John Griffin.

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Tralee Grandad’s Leap Year Proposal to Parachute Jump For Kerry Mental Health Association

Dan O’Donoghue, a 65-year-old from Tralee, is swapping the idea of free travel for a parachute jump to raise funds for Kerry Mental Health Association and inspire his grandsons. Scheduled for April 27th in Edenderry, Co Offaly, the jump aims to collect over €2500 via www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/ breakinggrandad.

The funds will support the implementation of free and accessible mental health first aid training in Kerry. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) offers initial assistance to those facing mental health challenges until professional help arrives or the crisis resolves. Training one MHFA instructor costs €2500, plus additional expenses for licensing from Mental Health First Aid Ireland. Dan, a respected trainer in Business

Development and referral strategies, is motivated by the anxiety young people experience. He aims to show his grandsons and others that daunting challenges can be overcome. Reflecting on his own battles with anxiety, he stresses the importance of mental health first aid in countering the negative impact of social media.

Kerry Mental Health Association plans to conduct more free courses following successful sessions in February 2024. General Manager John Drummey commends Dan’s bravery and acknowledges the impact his fundraising will have on the community. Corcorans Furniture generously sponsors the advertising campaign for the parachute jump.

The Breaking Grandad Parachute Jump is a bold initiative to

The Tralee Municipal District Awards

took place last week at the County Buildings. Recipients were Tralee Under 20’s Warriors: Garry Lynch, Adam O’Keeffe, Eddie Sheehy and Evan Boyle, Community Garda Mary Gardiner, Tralee Warriors Coaches Rick Leonard and Luke O’Hea, Rory O’Flaherty, gold and silver medallist at the European Taekwondo Championships 2023, Sean Lyons, Community Volunteer and James Finnegan, Community Volunteer. The awards were presented by Cllr. Mikey Sheehy, Cllr. Jim Finucane, Cllr. Deirdre Ferris, Cllr. Johnnie Wall, Cllr. Terry O’ Brien, Mayor of Tralee, Niamh O’ Sullivan, Director of Economic & Community Development, Kerry County Council and Cllr. Sam

support mental health initiatives in Kerry. Donations can be made via www.iDonate.ie/fundraiser/

breakinggrandad or through Kerry Mental Health’s social media channels. Photo credit Domnick Walsh

Kerry FC’s new signing

Kerry FC are delighted to announce the signing of Evison Rramani to the first-team squad for the 2024 season.

Evison, who is best known around the group as Soni (pronounced Sony), joined the first team squad on Deadline Day last Thursday.

Rramani is 21 years of age and is a familiar face around the club, having previously played with the club’s Academy teams.

Locke. Photo: Pauline Dennigan

New Astellas announcement means Good News for Tralee!

Great news this week as Astellas is poised to lease the IDA’s Advanced Manufacturing Facility located at MTU Tralee.

This lease, in addition to Astellas’ planned state-of-the-art production facility in the area, will end the unit’s period of inactivity. This move solidifies Astellas’ dedication to developing and expanding its operations in Kerry, further endorsing Tralee as a prime location for global industry and enterprise.

Radio Kerry Bingo is making a huge difference !

Well done to Radio Kerry who presented their four charity partners with €81,488 this week thanks to the Radio Bingo proceeds from September 2023 to February 2024

The four charity partners - Kerry Cancer Support Group, Kerry Hospice Foundation, Recovery Haven Kerry Cancer Support House and Comfort for Chemo Kerry each received €20,372.

This brings the total

Kevin from KP Therapy answers your questions about Muscles, Aches & Pains.

Q. What can I do about recurring back pain?

A. If you are experiencing a recurring ache or pain in your back it may be time to get it assessed.

Q. Is there different types of back pain?

A. Yes there is.

There is acute back pain which happens suddenly and usually lasts a few days to a few weeks. There is subacute back pain which can come on suddenly or over time and last 4-12 weeks. Then there is chronic back pain which may come on quickly or slowly and lasts longer than 12 weeks and occurs daily.

Q. How do I know if my pain or muscular or nerve?

A. Nerve pain tends to be stabbing, tingling, and sharp while muscular pain is dull and steady or crampy and spasmodic.

Q. What can be done to fix my pain?

A. First of all we will assess you here in the clinic to establish what is causing and contributing to your pain. Then through hands on therapy combined with corrective exercises we will work to get you back moving unrestricted and pain free.

Have a good weekend!

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LAUGHTER ....THE BEST MEDICINE !

A COP PULLED A CAR OVER FOR SPEEDING

When the Cop asked the driver why he was traveling 95mph, the driver answered that he was a juggler on his way to do a show for a birthday party and didn’t want to be late. The Cop told the driver he was fascinated by juggling, and if the driver would do a little juggling for him that he wouldn’t give him a ticket. The driver told the Cop that he had sent all of his equipment on ahead and didn’t have anything to juggle. The Cop told him that he had some flares in the trunk of his patrol car, and asked if he could juggle them. The juggler stated that he could, so the Cop got three flares, lit them and handed them to the juggler. While the man was doing his juggling act, a car pulled in behind the patrol car. A drunk got out, watched the performance briefly, went over to the patrol car, opened the rear door and got in. The Cop observed him doing this, and went over to the patrol car, opened the door and asked the drunk what he thought he was doing. The drunk replied, “You might as well haul my butt to jail, cause there’s NO way I’ll pass that test.”

A PILOT IS MAKING AN ANNOUNCEMENT TO HIS PASSENGERS

We got some good news, and some bad news. The good news is you guys will be on TV tonight!”

LAST NIGHT, I WAS LAYING IN MY BED, LOOKING UP THE STARS AS I THOUGHT TO MY SELF..

Where the hell is my roof??

WHAT DO YOU CALL A BLONDE WHO DYES HER HAIR

BRUNETTE?

Artificial intelligence

FIFTY DOLLARS

Morris and his wife Esther went to the state fair every year, and every year Morris would say, “Esther, I’d like to ride in that helicopter”.

Esther always replied, “I know Morris, but that helicopter ride is 50 dollars -- and 50 dollars is 50 dollars”. One year Esther and Morris went to the fair, and Morris said, “Esther, I’m 85 years old. If I don’t ride that helicopter, I might never get another chance.”

Esther replied, “Morris that helicopter is 50 dollars -- and 50 dollars is 50 dollars”. The pilot overheard the couple and said, “Folks I’ll make you a deal. I’ll take the both of you for a ride. If you can stay quiet for the entire ride and not say a word I won’t charge you! But if you say one word, it’s 50 dollars.” Morris and Esther agreed and up they went. The pilot did all kinds of fancy maneuvers, but not a word was heard. He did his daredevil tricks over and over again, but still not a word. When they landed, the pilot turned to Morris and said, “By golly, I did everything I could to get you to yell out, but you didn’t. I’m impressed!” Morris replied, “Well, to tell you the truth, I almost said something when Esther fell out, but you know -- 50 dollars is 50 dollars.”

WE’RE GOING TO THE ZOO!

A gorilla dies of old age at a zoo right before the zoo opens. It is the only gorilla at the zoo since they are not very profitable. However, the gorilla is their most popular attraction by far, and they cannot afford to go a day without it. So the zoo owner asks one of his workers to wear a gorilla suit they have in storage for an extra $100 a day if he will go in the gorilla cage and pretend to be the gorilla until the zoo can afford a new one.

Quickly, the new “gorilla” becomes the most popular craze at the zoo. People from all over are coming to see the “Human-like” gorilla.

About a month in, the craze has started to wear off. So, to get peoples’ attention back, he decides to climb over his enclosure and hang from the net ceiling above the lions den next to him. A large crowd of people gather watching the spectacle in awe and terror. Suddenly the man loses his grip and falls to the floor of the lion’s den. The man starts screaming “HELP!! HELP!!!” Suddenly a lion pounces him from behind and whispers in his ear, “Shut the heck up right now or you’re going to get us both fired.”

Monday March 25th............... Maths H

Tuesday March 26th..............English H

Wednesday March 27th.......Science C

Thursday March 28th.................Irish H

Friday March 29th...............Business C

Saturday March 30th..........Maths H (Paper 1)

Monday April 1st ................Maths H (Paper 2)

Tuesday April 2nd...............................Biology H

Wednesday April 3rd.........................Physics H

Thursday April 4th...................................Irish H

Friday April 5th.............................Geography H

Saturday April 6th............................Business H

Saturday April 13th..............Maths L (Paper 1)

Saturday April 20th .............Maths L (Paper 2)

TRALEE PARNELLS HURLING AND CAMOGIE CLUB

Tralee Parnells held their second annual social event, expertly managed by MC Seamus Cadogan. The evening celebrated the successes of the 2023 All-Ireland Feile winning Camogie team and the Senior Men’s team, champions of the 2023 County Intermediate Championship and County League Division 2 title. Club Chairperson Stephen Buttimer congratulated all teams on their 2023 achievements and highlighted Tralee Parnells’ attainment of GAA Healthy Club Gold status. He expressed gratitude to outgoing management teams and sponsors, including Kerry GAA and the McManus Charitable Foundation. The event’s success was credited to the organizing committee and attendees.

After the speeches, the atmosphere shifted to celebration with music and dancing.

Training continues every Friday night in Lixnaw, welcoming new players interested in joining. The team kicks off its County League Division 1 campaign on 10th March with a match against Ballyheigue. Excellent attendance was noted at the recent academy training session. All girls and boys are encouraged to attend, with new players welcome. Hurleys and helmets will be provided initially.

Training sessions for U14s and U16s take place weekly, welcoming both returning and new players.

Membership for the 2024 season is now open. Various options are available, with registration due by 31st March or before the team’s first match.

Tralee Parnells supports the plans for GAA integration by 2027, having operated under the One Club model since its inception.

JOHN MITCHELS CLUB NOTES

Congratulations to our Senior Men for their victory against Ardfert in the Tralee/St Brendans Senior League despite challenging weather conditions. They have advanced to the Cup Final, and we await further details.

Our Senior Ladies resumed training and are preparing for their game against Na Gaeil in the North Kerry League next weekend. Fixture details will follow.

Support is encouraged for our minor boys team playing Ballymacelligott at home on Monday at 7.30pm in round 2 of the County League. A fantastic turnout was seen at the U5s and U7s academy. Training resumes next Sunday, with sessions for U7s at 10.30 AM and U5s at 11.00 AM.

Training sessions resumed with high intensity, welcoming both new and returning players. Training continues on Tuesday at 5:45pm and Thursday at 6pm.

The Under 12 girls had a successful session and will continue training next Sunday at 12 noon.

Despite the weather, a great training session was held on Sunday morning, with the next session scheduled for next Sunday at 11.30 AM.

Girls aged 8 to 12 who are new to football are invited to try Gaelic football at John Mitchels in Ballyseedy next Wednesday from 3pm to 4pm.

John Mitchels will run an Easter Camp from Tuesday April 2nd until Friday April 5th. Registration includes a limited edition jersey.

BALLYMACELLIGOTT

GAA CLUB NOTES - SUNDAY 25TH

FEBRUARY 2024

Parents are invited to get involved with coaching at our academy on Sunday mornings. Vetting and courses will be arranged. A meeting will be held in the club meeting rooms on Wednesday 28th at 6:30 pm.

Ballymacelligott vs. John MitchelsMinor - Div 1 A - Round 2 on Monday 26th February at 7:30 pm in John Mitchels.

The finale of the LGFA Club2gether programme took place in Croke Park. Our club was represented, marking the culmination of 6 months of work. Thanks to all committee members involved.

Best wishes to Ballymac players and their Mounthawk teammates and management who play Skibbereen Community School in the Final of the LGFA Munster Senior Colleges A Competition.

Congratulations to Mounthawk senior team for making it to All-Ireland Hogan Cup, scheduled for the 16th March in Croke Park.

Congratulations to the Kerry Hurlers on their recent win.

Ballymac U15 boys emerged victorious at the Mick O’Brien football tournament against An Gaeltacht. Special thanks to Nemo Rangers for hosting.

AUSTIN STACK CLUB

(i) Under 7 Boys: Next Sunday (3rd March) at 10 am in the Mercy Mounthawk School Hall. New boys welcome. Enquiries at 089 2470791.

(ii) Buachaillí Faoi 9: Sunday next (3rd March) at 11 am in the Mounthawk Secondary School Hall. Information at 089 2470791.

(iii) Under 11 Boys: Next Sunday (3rd March) at 11 am on the Astro Turf pitch at The Green CBS Secondary School. Info on 089 2470791.

Under 13 boys will meet this Friday evening (1st March) at The Green School. (Micko Horan) Training sessions held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. A successful participation in the Mike O’Brien U15 Football Tournament was noted. Training continues, with full attendance required as they prepare for the competition season ahead. U17 minor boys continued their Keane’s SuperValu County League Division 1A League campaign with a hard-fought away victory over Killarney Legion. Their next match

will be against Listowel Emmets on Saturday next, March 2nd. Gaiscígh GCC Faoi 17 will be in action against Choláiste na Toirbhirte Dé hAoine.

ST. PATS GAA NOTES - 26TH FEBRUARY 2024

St. Pats Football Academy is back every Sunday morning at Kerry Sports Academy, MTU North Campus V92HD4V from 11 am to 12 pm. Open to boys and girls from Under 5 to Under 13. Contact Michael at 0863855428 for more information. New members are always welcome! Well done to the U7s for their energetic participation, with a special shoutout to Theo for his enthusiasm in only his second week!

Another fantastic turnout with great enthusiasm and skill shown by the U8 girls. Kicking and shooting skills were exceptional.

U9 boys showed great spirits and skill during their training session. Great improvement seen in the U10 girls’ session at MTU.

The U11s showed determination and effort during their training session on the Astro in MTU. Training continues next Sunday at 11 am.

U12 girls put in a great effort in testing conditions. Training continues next Sunday at 11 am. Volunteers for coaching are welcome.

The seniors’ Round 3 game against Kerins O’Rahillys was canceled due to the unplayable pitch. Credit Union Senior County League Division 5 fixtures begin on March 23rd.

KERINS O RAHILLYS

Mercy Mounthawk secured a place in their inaugural Hogan Cup final on March 16th at Croke Park, defeating Naas CBS in the All Ireland semi-final with a scoreline of 1-15 to 1-10. The Juvenile Academy continued on Sunday morning at MTU Sports Academy, welcoming both returning and new members. Training continues next Sunday, and new members are encouraged to join.

Upcoming Fixtures:

• U13 Tralee/St. Brendan’s League:

• Div 2: Churchill vs. Kerins O’Rahillys

• Div 3: Ardfert B vs. Kerins O’Rahillys B

• Keane’s SuperValu Minor Co League Div 3B:

• Saturday 2nd March at 3pm:

Kerins O’Rahillys/St. Pats vs. St. Senans

Training sessions saw significant participation. Gym sessions focused on core strengthening and leg work. The club phone line is now active, and members are encouraged to call or text with any items of interest. Feedback and ideas are welcomed via email, Facebook Messenger, or the club phone. Updates on fixtures, results, and lotto will be provided through these channels.

TRALEE DISTRICT BOARD WEEKLY NOTES AND FIXTURES - LEE STRAND SENIOR LEAGUE

Group A:

Sunday, March 3rd:

Ardfert vs. Kerins O’Rahilly’s at 11:00 am Group B:

Friday, March 1st:

Na Gaeil vs. Ballymac at 7:30 pm in Caherslee*

Saturday, March 2nd: Austin Stacks vs. Churchill at 6:30 pm

Div 1 Fixtures: Sunday, March 3rd at 4:00 pm: Ballymac vs. Na Gaeil (OFF) John Mitchels vs. Austin Stacks (Referee: Ballymac)

Div 2 Fixtures:

Sunday, March 3rd at 4:00 pm: Churchill vs. Kerins O Rahilly’s (Referee: Ardfert)

St Pat’s vs. Ardfert (Referee: John Mitchels)

Div 3 Fixtures:

Sunday, March 3rd at 4:00 pm: Austin Stacks B vs. John Mitchels B (Referee: Na Gaeil)

Ardfert B vs. Kerins O Rahilly’s B (Referee: St Pat’s)

Na Gaeil B - bye

Allianz Football League: Kerry vs. Tyrone

Best of luck to the players of the district as Kerry Senior men play Tyrone on Sunday, March 3rd in Fitzgerald Stadium, Killarney.

Lidl Ladies NFL Division 1 Rd 5: Armagh vs. Kerry

Best of luck to our senior ladies and players of the district as they play Armagh away on Sunday, March 3rd