Issue 31

THINKING OF DOING A COURSE?

HERE'S A SAMPLE OF THE MANY COURSES WE OFFER!

Construction Skills

Your chance to engage in all the basic building skills

Sporting Chance

Build a career in the sports & leisure industry

Catering

Your opportunity to gain competency & valuable experience in this high-demand sector

All our courses are FREE! (funded by HSE/ Kerry ETB) Students get to keep any entitled social welfare payments

Small class sizes

Recognised QQI qualifications

OUR COURSES START WHEN YOU ARE READY! 'CONTINUOUS ENROLMENT '

OUR COURSES ARE FREE!

Our student range is diverse, such as: early school leavers | recovering from illness -injury | learning difficulties (dyslexia, dyspraxia) | autism | physical disabilities etc

Interested? Call me, Jane , on 087-9540886 for a chat! T: 066-7122533 | E: tralee@nln.ie

READ ABOUT KATIE'S JOURNEY WITH US

Hi I’m Katie, I’m 17 years old and I’m a student in QQI level 3 Introductory Skills Training Class in the National Learning Network College in TRALEE.

Before I came here I was in mainstream secondary school with an SNA. When I was in Transition year I had to start looking at my future. I found mainstream secondary school really difficult, and knew I wouldn’t have been able for the standard leaving certificate.

I decided to explore further and I attended pathway fairs where I discovered the National Learning Network College. The very helpful staff told me and my parents all about the supports the NLN offer, small class sizes, rehabilitation officers, psychologists, learning support teachers, sensory room just to name a few.

I attended an introduction week in the NLN College and I absolutely loved it. I felt that I was included and listened to as the college is very inclusive and I knew this would be the perfect fit for me. I realized that I could get the education that I wanted to progress further and do it at my own pace with the supports that I needed… and this is exactly what I’ve done.

Since I started in the National Learning Network I’ve changed so much. If I was told 12 months ago that I would have had the confidence to travel up to Dublin & Cork to do private courses to become a qualified dog trainer working with search & rescue dogs, assistance dogs and have my own business, I would not have believed it was possible.

I’m also progressing my education privately and begin my Emergency Medical Technician course in September, once I’ve this done I will then progress further into paramedics.

All this has been made possible by coming to the National Learning Network College.

Minister for Education & TD for Kerry

QQI LEVEL 5 & 6 CARE SKILLS & CARE OF THE OLDER PERSON

Available at Tralee Education Centre

Starting Tuesday 26th September

Location: Tralee

This course enables learners to acquire the skills to meet the needs of the older person and to understand the role of the healthcare assistant in promoting a positive attitude to aging and death and dying

Starts 26th September, 20 Weeks, 1 evening per week

Why choose this course? www.progressivecollege.ie

LEGAL MATTERS CORNER

Wills away.

A recent High Court case highlighted an issue that might arise for people doing their wills.

Sean has completed his will recently in 2022 replacing and revoking an earlier will. He was not married and had no children, and he was leaving his property to five friends. His earlier will in 2015 left his property to four friends. He then decides that he wants to reinstate the earlier will leaving out one of the friends. He goes to his solicitor with the intention of getting rid of the more recent will and leaving the older one in place. One might think this is logical enough but in fact that is not the way it would work out in practice.

When people make a will the standard clause at the beginning is that I hereby revoke any previous wills heretofore made by me. Therefore, when Sean completes his Will in 2022, he revokes his previous will of 2015. Therefore, if he directs that the 2022 Will is no longer applicable and instructs his solicitor to tear it up, he might think that his previous will now stands. However, this is not the case as remember it has been revoked and in fact there is a risk that now Sean will have no will when he dies, and his

MIRIAM MC GILLICUDDY ANSWERS YOUR LEGAL QUERIES See www.miriammcgillycuddy.com

estate will be distributed as if he has no will. If he wants his 2015 Will to comply with the Succession Act, he needs to refresh It and the safest way of doing that is to do a new Will it would be the same as his 2015 Will, but it would be dated up to date and then would be valid and legally sound when he dies. It would be a useful exercise to refresh the will anyway and make sure he has no other changes. Section 87 of the Succession Act 1965 provides that a previously revoked will may only be revived: 1. By the re-execution of that will, or 2. By the execution of a codicil demonstrating an intention to revive the previously revoked will. Without that happening the previous Will is not valid.

It is important to note also that marriage revokes a will, but separation or divorce does not so if a person is married and then divorces it is important that they revise their will otherwise if they left their property in their Will to their spouse and children that would still stand despite the divorce unless a new Will is made.

Lawquip: One of the shortest wills ever written: “ Being of sound mind I spent all my money” Arthur Bland.

Always available to support and assist with any queries or issues you might have.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE

Photos by John Cleary

: Mickey and Minnie Mouse supporting Cork Rose.

ABOVE: Thousands turned out on Saturday night in Tralee, to see the Roses pass by to the cheering crowds.

ABOVE: Roses attend service at St. John’s Church of Ireland, Ashe Street, Tralee, on Sunday, from left New York Rose Róisín Wiley, Rose Escort, Rose of Tralee Rachel Duffy, Denis Maguire, The Minister for Education Cllr. Norma Foley, Bishop Michael Burroll, Rev. Jim Stephens, Rose Escort, Kerry Rose Kelsey Lang McCarthy, Oonagh O’Gara and Chief Executive Rose of Tralee Anthony O’Gara.

ABOVE: Police keeping the crowd back during the Rose Parade in Tralee on Saturday night.

ABOVE: Mickey and Minnie Mouse supporting Cork Rose.

ABOVE: Zoe Boyle, Rose Bud of 2023 has the full support of family and friends outside Benners Hotel on Saturday night as the Rose Parade passes by

ABOVE: West Kerry Honda 50 & Classic Bike Run: Sunday 27th of August 2023. Sign in at the Windmill Centre Blennerville, Tralee between 10.30am-11.30. Run starts at 12 Noon. All in aid of the Kerry Hospice Foundation Palliative Care Centre at UHK. Contact Maura on 0876441566 from left Sean Kerins, John O’Regan, Mr Tom McCormack, Maura Sullivan, Treasure KHF, Alfa Asarina, Jason Clifford and Donal O’Regan.

ABOVE: Pictured at the Rose Parade on Sunday Johnny and Margaret Quinlan, Ballyduff, and their children Jack and Abbie Quinlan

ABOVE: Keeping the beat on the Street as they lead the Roses in Tralee Rose Parade on Saturday’s night, The Mayor of Tralee Cllr. Johnny Wall, The Rose of Tralee Rachel Duffy and joint Host on the Rose of Tralee TV Dáithí Ó Sé.

ABOVE: Garda Horse patrol in Tralee on Rose Sunday to keep the crowds under control.

ABOVE: The Guest of Honour on Sunday’s Rose Parade was the former Rose of Tralee Veronica Blennerhassett, her driver was Padraig McGillycuddy.

ABOVE

Mundy

Join Mundy for his summer concert at Siamsa following extensive touring worldwide and enjoy his own flavour of acoustic, folk-based pop/rock.

Siamsa Sessions Live

Join us in the Siamsa Courtyard for renowned Sean-nós singing sister duo, Étáin and Máire from Meath. Popular performers on TV and Instagram, come for the music and stay for the craic.

Tickets €10

Tralee, Co Kerry

Andy Irvine & Donal Lunny

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see these two giants of the Irish trad scene, Andy Irvine and Donal Lunny on stage together! Uniting for an evening of great music, a mixture of traditional songs, and originals composed by Andy.

Tickets €25/23

Tom Crean

- Antarctic Explorer

Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland's unsung heroes, is brought to life on the Siamsa stage in this dramatic and humurous solo performance by Aidan Dooley. Tickets €23.50/21

Photographs by Adam Kowalczyk

Hey Everyone, meet Gerry! The Tralee man behind Super Sunday success on Denny Street!

Colette and Chris Shortt meet up with Gerry Young , in the Grand Hotel . Gerry ,a Tralee man, born and bred runs his successful UK Construction Company ‘Young Homes ‘ Young Homes were the sponsor again this year of Super Sunday on Denny Street with tribute bands Abba Reunion and Qween

Says Gerry “ I am so delighted to come home again for this years Festival , I was here from Friday to Monday with my brother Peter and Tralee was absolutely buzzing . Hats off to all those people involved in organising this world class event ...its bloody hard work ! The rain stayed away on Sunday ( Chris told me it would ) and the show was dynamite ..I never saw so many people on Denny Street before...I am a proud Kerry Man this week and looking forward to planning next year already. “ Denny Street saw over 10,000 attend this event !

Roses popping up all over Tralee!

It was great to see the engagement of our local business community with all the Roses, past and present who came to Tralee for our 62nd Rose of Tralee Festival . You couldn’t turn left nor right without bumping into a Rose ! Here are just a few of the fantastic happy photos floating around from the Grand Hotel with Dick & Eileen , Claire from Expose Salon , Gary from Baileys Corner and Jane Maeve Marissa Jessie and Brian from the Ashe Hotel

Sydney Rose Aoife Butler cycles past her fellow Rose of Tralee contestants and their escorts on the Kingdom of Kerry Greenway.

(From left) New York Rose Róisín Wiley, Sydney Rose Aoife Butler and Texas Rose Eden Kasprak pose with their escorts on the Kingdom of Kerry Greenway.

(From left) New Zealand Rose Kelsi Wallace and Longford Rose Grace Kemple pose on their bikes on the Kingdom of Kerry Greenway.

Action from the exciting Intermediate Club game

that took place in Connolly Park on Sunday last between the John Mitchel Club and the Austin Stack Club. Na Mistéalaigh led for most of the encounter but Na Stacaigh were ahead ag the final whistle....2-10 to 1-9. The Rock boys will face Oileán Ciarraí in their next game. Adrienne McLoughlin was present with her camera!

Tralee Chamber lead the way in commending an Garda Síochána!

Tralee Chamber Alliance lead the way in commending the work of An Garda Síochána over the past few days throughout Féile Trá Lí. “It has been one of the most peaceful festivals in recent times with an exceptionally low number of arrests recorded. Members of An Garda Síochána along with working throughout the festival

Happy Birthday Ephrata!

also participated in family events bringing a smile to many children over the weekend in the daytime activities, showing the importance of a community’s relationship with it’s local law enforcement.

Tralee Garda Station was afforded additional resources for the festival which meant a visible garda presence around the town and

festival locations at all times. It shows the value in having strong Garda numbers in an urban area the size of Tralee does contribute to reduced crime and we strongly urge the Department of Justice and our politicians to highlight this as a priority for the town.”

“Through the See Something Say Something campaign, Tralee

Chamber has a long association with Tralee Gardaí who are currently represented by Inspector Donal Horgan on the Chamber Steering Group. This relationship forms the core of community based projects over the course of each year and is a key part of the current structure of the Chamber. “ Colette

O’Connor

CEO Tralee Chamber Alliance

Birthday girl Ephrata Yosef from Tralee celebrated her 21st birthday in style on Saturday night in Molly J’s Bar in Benner’s Hotel. In attendance on the night were her parents Betesaida Hailegeorgis, Yosef Solomon, sister Bitania Yosef and brother Nahom Yosef, family and friends.

Photo: Michelle Breen

Crean Photography

Spinning Classes

Day & Times: Classes:

Monday 9:30am – 10:15am Stretch & Spin Beginners

Wednesday

Les Mills

Monday

– 7:45am

up Spin Thursday 7:00pm – 7:45pm Spinning

S tott P ilates

Da y & Times: Classes:

5:00pm – 5:30pm Youth Pilates mat* 6:30pm – 7:15pm Intermediate Endurance Pilates mat

Tuesday 10:15am – 11:00am Toning Ball Pilates

Friday 10:00am – 10:45am Intermediate Endurance Pilates mat

Group Fitness Classes

LES MILLS GRIT™ is the next generation of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Combining hard-hitting soundtracks and the latest scientifically-tested moves that will push your body and mind to their absolute limits. Develop anaerobic stamina, increase cardiovascular fitness and build strength

LES MILLS BODYCOMBAT™ is a non-contact, mixed martial arts-inspired workout that fuels cardio fitness and conditions your whole body. Define and strengthen your upper and lower body while increasing your overall speed and fitness.

Ideal for anyone and everyone, LES MILLS BODYBALANCE™ is a new generation yoga workout that will improve your mind, your body, and your life. Whether you’re experienced with yoga, just starting out, or looking for something to complement your other workouts, BODYBALANCE will leave you feeling rejuvenated, calm, centered and focused.

LES MILLS BODYATTACK® is a high-energy, athletic workout focused on cardio fitness, muscle endurance and agility. It combines sports-inspired training like running, lunging, and jumping with body weight strength exercises. You will leave feeling stronger so you can attack every day with confidence.

LES MILLS SPRINT™ is a 30-minute High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout, using an indoor bike to achieve fast results. It’s a short, intense style of training where the thrill and motivation comes from pushing your physical and mental limits. periods

Les Mills

Day & Times: Classes:

Monday

7:00am – 7:30am Sprint

1:15pm – 1:45pm Body Balance Yoga

Wednesday 1:15pm – 1:45pm Body Balance Strength

5:00pm – 5:30pm Youth Body Balance*

Friday

7:00am – 7:30am Sprint

1:15pm – 1:45pm Body Balance Flexibility

5:00pm – 5:30pm Youth Body Combat*

Saturday 11:00am – 11:30am Youth Body Attack*

Virtual AQUA AERobics

ay & Times: Classes:

Tuesday 12:00pm – 12:45pm Aqua Aerobics

Thursday 7:00pm – 7:45pm Aqua Aerobics

Friday 11:30am -12:15pm Aqua Zumba

OUR GROUP FITNESS HAS IT ALL AND FOR EVERY LEVEL WHETHER YOU WANT AQUA AEROBICS, STRENGTH, HIGH INTENSITY, LOW IMPACT OR JUST SOMETHING BRAND NEW TO YOU. WE'VE GOT THE CLASSES THAT WILL ENERGISE AND TONE YOU.

Discover the foundations of strength training in our Essiential strength class. Develop muscular strength, enhance your posture, and improve overall fitness in a supportive envoirnment.

Focuses on optimising musculoskeletal performance - strength, flexibility and endurancewithout risking injury or building bulk. With a focus on core stability, including pelvic and shoulder girdle stabilisation, neutral alignment and breathing, the STOTT PILATES method of exercise alsohelpsrestore the naturalcurves of the spine, relieve tension and promotes a more balanced and aligned body.

Spinnning is a dynamic, energetic, and highly enjoyable class. Lively music gets your heart pumping, and keeps youmotivated to just keep riding hard. Go on, put your foot down!

Enhance your suppleness and flexibility in our Am classes. Through targeted range of motion exercises, help prevent injuries. With flexibility exercises, reelevate tension with gentle stretching.

PRICES:

Virtual Class members: FREE Virtual Class non-members: €8

Youth Class: €7 PAYG member: €8 PAYG non-member: €12

Aqua Zumba blends the Zumba philosophy with water resistance, for one pool party you shouldn’t miss! There is less impact on your joints during an Aqua Zumba class so you can really let loose. Water creates natural resistance, which means every step is more challenging and helps tone your muscles.

It is a low impact class suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. The exercises can range from flexibility to high intensity exercises getting a full body workout in the process.

Youth* Group fitness classes

This program is targeted at 16-year-olds up to 19 years old. Choose different outs and discover new ones each week. This generation wants to be part of an exercise community, they are intrinsically motivated and want to work out for their mental wellness

6-week members: €50

6-week non-members: €65

6-week double members: €80

6-week double non-members: €100

8-week members: €70

8-week non-members: €80

8-week double members: €110

8-week double non-members: €140

DENTAL CORNER is association with

Festival Fever comes to Town!

Snoring and the solutions!

As I was watching the contentants being interviewed for the rose of Tralee , I was intrigued by a discussion with one rose and Kathryn Thomas regarding her job as a dental assistant working in a clinic constructing anti snoring devices or mandibular advancement devices. Both remarked that snoring is one of the leading casues of martial breakdown amongst couples . If you are a snorer and are looking for some advice to alleviate the issue we might have a solution for you! These devices are readily available in Ireland.

Snoring, a common sleep-related issue, can lead to disruptions in sleep quality for both the snorer and their partner. Mandibular advancement appliances (MAAs) have emerged as a promising solution to address this concern. These appliances are designed to reposition the lower jaw and tongue, effectively widening the airway and reducing the vibration that causes snoring.

MAAs are a non-invasive alternative to surgical interventions, such as uvulopalatopharyngoplasty. By comfortably adjusting the jaw's position, these appliances help prevent the collapse of soft tissues that obstruct airflow during sleep, promoting better breathing and reducing snoring episodes.

Recent studies have highlighted the effectiveness of MAAs in mitigating snoring. They are especially recommended for individuals with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or primary snoring. However, personalized evaluation and fitting by a healthcare professional are essential to ensure proper usage and maximum benefit.

In conclusion, mandibular advancement appliances offer a promising and accessible approach to alleviate snoring and enhance sleep quality. As research continues to refine their design and understanding, they stand as a valuable tool in the realm of sleep medicine.

With brolly in hand Michael O Sullivan from Ahafona,Ballybunion was in Tralee on Saturday to enjoy the atmosphere of the Rose Festival.Photo Moss Joe Browne.

A large crowd being entertained at the Small Square,Tralee by the circus show on Saturday.Photo Moss Joe Browne.

With the shopping done Sean MacMuiris from Leam,Kilflynn was enjoying a relaxing moment at Tralee Town Centre on Saturday with Valerie Richard.

Photo Moss Joe Browne.

Tralee’s entertainment on the street ... ’a new level‘!

The pulling together of Tralee and launching Tralee Streetfest , Féile Thra Lí, literally only 8 weeks before the Rose of Tralee was a huge feat in itself ...the fact that it was an astounding success gives huge kudos to the people and organisations behind it. Tralee was

bursting at the seams with Free Family Entertainment and that message is being brought back to the home counties . and countries , of all our visitors . Kerry County Council , Tralee Chamber Alliance , Tralee Vintners Alliance and Rose Of Tralee organisation ....Please take a

bow as your efforts this past week makes our town Tralee the envy of many when it comes to putting on a show . There are many in the background who worked tirelessly for this . Special mentions have to go to Johnny McElligott( Sean Ógs ) Mark O Sullivan ( The Rose

Hotel ) Bryan Carr , ( Shannon Star Entertainments ) and Sean Murphy ( Electrical ) and the people behind them who pulled this off ! We can only look to 2024 with eager anticipation !

Tralee welcomes its new Rose, Róisín!

New York Rose Róisín Wiley was crowned 2023 Rose Of Tralee on Tuesday night . Róisín is the 62nd Rose and lives in Manhattan working as vice president of national sales in a pharmaceutical company . Her parents, Eddie and Majella, were both born and raised in Co Limerick with mum from Templeglantine my dad hailing from Kilmallock. They emigrated to the Big Apple in their 20s and they raised Róisín and her younger brother, John, in Westchester.

Domnick Walsh’s fantastic photo shows newly crowned Rose Róisín Wiley with presenters Dáithí Ó Sé and Kathryn Thomas

Domnick Walsh Photography Eye Focus LTD

IT’S ONLY A JOKE

THE DOCTOR

The plot thickens.

MY FRIEND COULDN’T AFFORD TO PAY HIS WATER BILL.

I sent him a “Get well soon” card

IT’S A 5 MINUTE WALK FROM MY HOUSE TO THE BAR, BUT A 45 MINUTE WALK FROM THE BAR TO MY HOUSE...

The difference is staggering

TRUMP AND HIS FAMILY ARE TRAVELLING IN A PLANE.

Trump decides to drop a 100 dollar note from the plane. His wife asks what he is doing. His reply is “I want to make an American happy”

His wife replies back “Why don’t you drop ten 10 dollar notes and make ten Americans happy?” Their daughter gives a suggestion “Why don’t you drop hundred 1 dollar notes and make hundred Americans happy?”

The pilot overhears their conversation and gives his own suggestion on the matter. and says to Trump

“Why don’t you drop yourself from the plane and make all Americans happy?”

FATHER LOOKS HARD AT HIS TEENAGE SON AND SAYS, “JAMES, YOU’VE BEEN ADOPTED.”

James jumps up, “Adopted! I knew it! I want to meet my biological parents!” Father laughs, “No no, James, we are your biological parents. But you need to get packing, your adoptive ones will be here in an hour.”

SAYS The doctor says, “Larry, everything looks great. How are you doing mentally and emotionally? Are you at peace with God?”

Larry replies, “God and I are tight. He knows I have poor eyesight, so He’s fixed it so when I get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, poof! The light goes on. When I’m done, poof! The light goes off.”

“Wow, that’s incredible,” the doctor says. A little later in the day, the doctor calls Larry’s wife. “Bonnie,” he says, “Larry is doing fine! But I had to call you because I’m in awe of his relationship with God. Is it true that he gets up during the night, and poof, the light goes on in the bathroom, and when he’s done, poof, the light goes off?”

“Oh, no,” exclaims Bonnie. “He’s peeing in the refrigerator again!”

A MAN DECIDES TO GO TO A BAR WHERE HE SEES A BLONDE WOMAN.

Conversation begins and the two hit it off. The blonde eventually asks the man when his birthday is.

“March 1st,” the man replies. Suddenly, the blonde gets up and stomps around the bar before coming back to her seat.

“So when is your birthday?” the woman again asks. Not being too phased by this odd behavior, the man again answers “March 1st.” Again, the blonde woman stomps around the bar, this time louder and longer.

When back at her seat, she angrily demands, “Are you going to tell me your birthday, or are you just going to keep telling me to march around the damn bar again?

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AS I SUSPECTED, SOMEONE HAS BEEN ADDING SOIL TO MY GARDEN...

Nhungs Vietnamese Cuisine is back ...at Matt the Butchers

TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER

KERINS O’RAHILLYS WEEKLY UPDATE - 21/08

Seniors:

Tough loss to locals in Lewis Road, final score 2-11 to 0-05.

Next match against Dingle in Strand Road, a crucial fixture for our senior status.

U13 Boys:

Participated in Rose Cup GAA experience, games against John Mitchels, St Senans, Fr Caseys. Great day in Ballyrickard, developing skills and team spirit.

U15 Boys:

Focused training and home practice, dedicated effort from the team.

Juvenile Academy:

Fixtures:

U13 Boys v Churchill Division 4 SemiFinal, August 23rd at Ballyrickard.

U11 Boys v Ballymac, August 24th at Ballyrickard.

U8 Girls v Stacks Go Games, August 27th at Connolly Park.

U10 Girls v Stacks Go Games, August 27th at Connolly Park.

NÓTAÍ NA mBAN

Upcoming spate of games for all ages, including Championship and North Kerry league. Keep an eye on notes, social media, and messages for fixture updates.

Juvenile Academy updates:

U13 Championship: Commences on September 2nd, training updates soon.

U14 Girls: Competed in division 4 Co. league final against Beaufort.

U15 Championship: Starting August 29th, details pending.

U16 Girls: Training schedule, North Kerry league and championship preparations.

Minor Ladies: Semifinal win against Rathmore, final against ISG Kenmare on August 23rd.

U17 Championship: Begins August 31st, more details to come.

Senior Ladies: Junior B Bon Secours championship against Dingle on August 21st.

AUSTIN STACK CLUB: Senior Men: Intermediate Club Championship Rd 2 Austin Stacks 2-10 John Mitchels 1-9. Intense derby match with large crowd at Connolly Park.

Stacks rally from six-point deficit to secure second win in group stage.

Key Moments: Swirling wind favored Mitchels in first half, leading 1-9 to 1-4 at halftime. Stacks capitalize on wind advantage, score 1-6 while keeping Mitchels scoreless.

Team effort led by Michael O Donnell, Sean Quilter, Shane O Callaghan.

Upcoming: Decisive match against Castleisland to determine group winner and quarterfinal home draw.

Minor Co Championship SF After Extra

Time: North Kerry 3-18 Austin Stacks 2-20. Thrilling semifinal clash against North Kerry District.

Valiant effort, dramatic comeback, but ultimately one-point defeat in extra time.

Notable Performances: Ryan O’Driscoll, Paddy Lane, and Ben Murphy showcase skill and determination.

Young team’s never-say-die spirit impresses throughout league and

championship.

Juvenile Academy Updates:

U11 Boys: Football-for-fun Sunday at 10:50am in Caherslee.

U11 Central Region GoGames: Keel v AdeS, Na Mistéalaigh v AdeS.

U13 Central League: Austin Stack Club B puts up strong fight but loses to Milltown/Castlemaine B.

U15:

Successful table quiz, training continues with Wednesday and Sunday sessions.

Local Tidbits:

“Muine Gall” translates to “The Thicket of Foreigners” in Moneygall.

Congratulations to Ben Murphy and Paddy Lane for being selected on Minor Team of the Year.

JOHN MITCHELS GAA CLUB NOTES

Senior Men - Intermediate Championship

John Mitchels 1-9 Austin Stacks 2-10. Despite a loss, Mitchels show remarkable improvement from last week.

First-half wind advantage leads to great scores by Alan Donoghue and Mikey Kelliher.

Pat Kearney’s return adds strength to the team.

Notable Moments: Healthy lead at halftime, but second-half struggle costs victory.

Stacks convert penalty and easy scores, securing the win.

Despite loss, performance is commendable and promising.

Upcoming:

Up against Ballydonoghue at home in the next fixture.

Senior Ladies: Training Thursday at 7:30pm for championship preparation.

First championship game on Sunday, 27th at 10:45am against Annuascaul/ Castlegregory.

Mothers and Others: Fun training sessions on Wednesdays, 8pm-9pm.

Welcoming those 25 and over to join the enjoyable sessions.

Under 6s, Boys, and Girls: Indoor training shows enthusiasm and skill improvement.

Training continues Sunday at 11am, new members always welcome.

Under 14 Girls: Victory in County League Division 6 Final against Legion. Tight contest, Mitchels’ scoring power prevails.

Team’s progress and unity praised.

Under 16 Girls: Light training week, no session next week for U16s.

Under 13 Boys: Gold team ends season with spirited play.

Preparing for Central League semifinal against Ardfert.

Under 15 Boys: Central league semifinal preparation underway.

Minors: Await Town league fixtures, stay tuned for training updates.

ST PATS GAA HIGHLIGHTS: AUGUST 14, 2023

St Pats GAA Weekly Roundup - 21/08

Juvenile Academy: U11’s displayed impressive skills against Templenoe in wintry conditions.

Upcoming match against Castleisland Desmonds awaits.

Ongoing training for U12 Girls. Despite defeat, U14 girls put up a spirited performance. Played outstandingly as a team, scored remarkable points and goals.

Semi-final effort commended, young team’s achievement highlighted. U15’s continue training for their upcoming match against Kenmare. St Brendan’s to face West Kerry in the Keane’s SuperValu Minor Football County Championship Shield Final.

SCHEDULED AT AUSTIN STACKS

PARK ON 21ST AUGUST AT 6.15PM.

Seniors:

Team changes marked the start, strong efforts noted despite challenges. Second half saw St Pats continue their efforts, but Ballyduff’s scoring dominance prevailed.

Final score: St Pats 0-11 Ballyduff 4-10. Seniors set to play Dromid Pearses away, details to follow. Commendations to Blennerville/ Ballyard Athletes in Regional Athletics Community Games.

U15 team draws with Castleisland district, notable performances from Michael Enright, Jack Costello, and Darragh Murphy.

Kerry FC League of Ireland Academy Highlights

Kerry FC U17 impress with 9-0 victory against Limerick Utd.

Luke Palmer’s hat trick, Rob Keane’s brace, and goals from others dominate. Exciting encounter as Kerry FC U15 triumph 1-0 over Waterford FC. Late winner by Xavier Wensierski seals the victory in Tralee.

Kerry FC U19 secures strong away victory against Klub Kildare. Togor Silong scores the decisive goal for the team.

Upcoming Matches:

U17 team set to face Shamrock Rovers in Mark Farren Cup quarter-final at Mounthawk Park on Saturday at 2pm.

U14 team takes on Carlow Kilkenny away at 2pm on Saturday.

U15 team travels to Wexford for a match at 3pm on Sunday.

U19 team also visits Wexford, with a game at 2pm on Sunday.

TRALEE PARNELLS WEEKLY UPDATE - 23/8

U11s showcased fantastic performance against strong St. Brendans side at Caherslee. Impressive work rate and exceptional scores led to a brilliant win. Kudos to the hardworking lads! U18s shone in North Kerry Championship clash against Firies at Caherslee.

Magnificent performance resulted in Parnells 2-20 Firies 2-5 victory.

Junior Hurling: County Junior Championship opener against Rathmore in Cordal.

Rathmore dominated in the second half, ending Parnells’ day. Wishing luck to Rathmore in the final.

Intermediate Hurling: Intermediate hurlers set to face St Brendans, Ardfert in re-scheduled North Kerry Intermediate Championship.

Caherslee hosts the clash on Thursday at 7pm.

Support for county Champions highly anticipated.

Kerry Camogie:

Kerry U14s concluded season with remarkable Orla McDonagh cup performance in Tipperary. Reached Cup semifinal, narrowly missed win against strong Cork side. Shoutout to Evie, Jessica, Aoibhin, Emma, Georgia, Sarah, and Avril for their dedication.

Kerry U14 Management applauded for their efforts.

Minor Camogie:

Minor ladies faced tough challenge against Causeway in County League. Despite strong opposition, continued training for upcoming mid-September semifinals.

Results of Medal sponsored by Ivertec (Golfer of the year)

1st Liam Martin (7) 70

2nd Paudie Murphy (12) 71 (back 9)

3rd Dennis Bird (8) 71

Division 1

Gary Stynes (10) 73 (back 9)

Division 2 (indexes 15.8 to 21.8)

Michael A Ladden (17) 72

Division 3 (indexes 22.8 and above)

Michael McCarron (22) 72 (back 9)

BALLYMACELLIGOTT

GAA CLUB HIGHLIGHTS

SENIOR MEN - PREMIER JUNIOR Championship: Ballymac and Castlegregory draw 0-10 in an intense battle.

Wind’s influence evident as both teams share points.

Senior Ladies - County Championship: Senior Ladies open campaign against Cromane in County Championship. Determination marks the start of their journey.

Girls Minor Co League Div 1 Semifinal: Ballymac’s girls lose by 2 points to Castleisland.

Skillful performances despite missing key players.

Coiste na nÓg - U15 Central Region Div 5 Final: Ballymac Gold team battles hard against Laune Rangers.

Evenly matched first half but challenges emerge later.

U9 Boys:

U9 boys show determination in two games against Castlegregory. Improving skills and teamwork on display.

Academy: U7 boys and girls face Castleisland Desmonds in 4 matches. Skills progress evident, improvement seen each week.

PRAYER TO MOUNT CARMEL

O Most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein You are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech You from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity. There are none that can withstand Your power. O show me herein You are my Mother. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee. (3 times) Sweet Mother, I place this cause in Your hands. (3 times) Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. A.D.

PRAYER TO MOUNT CARMEL

Earth, I humbly beseech You from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity. There are none that can withstand Your power. O show me herein You are my Mother. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee. (3 times) Sweet Mother, I place this cause in Your hands. (3 times) Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. A.D.