Weekly News 17 July 2012
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| CHAMPIONS: Crotta U12 hurling squad who captured the County League Division 1 Title on Tuesday 10th July at the Sportsfield Dromakee, Kilflynn against Dr.Crokes. Front Row L to R: James Sheehan, Daniel O’Rourke, Jack Kevin McKenna, David O’Connell, Cillian Trant, Michael Kennedy, Sean Murnane, Daniel Hunt, Timmy Dillon and Eoin Galvin Second Row L to R: Darragh Murnane, Tadhg McKenna, Eamonn Rohan, Declan O’Donoghue, Sean Keane, Darragh O’Donoghue, Tomas Dillon, Ryan McElligott, Aodhan McKenna, and Denis Quille. Back Row L to R: Mentors: Aiden Sheehan, Paul O’Donoghue and Paddy Murnane. Missing from photo Mike Mc Kenna. Photo Mike Parker. |
CROTTA U12 HURLERS CROWNED COUNTY DIV 1 CHAMPIONS
Congratulations and well done to our U12 Team who won the County League Division 1 Title for the first time ever, on Tuesday 10th July. Crotta had previously fallen at the final hurdle three times in the last number of years so it was great to eventually have success in this competition.
Last Tuesday evenings match was the final game in the League. Crotta topped the table going into the match and needed a win to win the Competition outright. A gallant Dr Crokes side were their opponents in the Sportsfield Dromakee, Kilflynn and Crokes got off to the perfect start with a goal and a point inside ten mins. Crokes were applying all the pressure but James Sheehan was having a great game at wing back and cleared ball after ball. Darragh O’Donoghue thundered into the game at midfield for Crotta and fired over three points into the wind. Ryan McElligott then tied the scores just before half time with a great point following a nice passage of play which started with a long clearance from Aodhan McKenna.
Crotta had the breeze at their backs in the second half and set about their task from the restart. The lively Sean Murnane fired over a point and shortly after scored a goal to put Crotta four points to the good. Darragh O’Donoghue pointed a 65 and Darragh Murnane scored Crotta’s second goal to leave the score Crotta 2-06 Crokes 1-01. Any thoughts Crotta had of an easy victory were dispelled with a Crokes goal following an error by the Crotta defence. After this Crokes gained the upper hand and only some stout defending by Declan O’Donoghue, Aodhan McKenna, James Sheehan and Goal keeper Cillian Trant kept them at bay. That goal was Crokes last score as Eamonn Rohan came more and more into the match now and he scored a goal and a point to make the game safe. Another point from play, and a 65 from Darragh O’Donoghue concluded the scoring.
Final Score Crotta 3-09 Dr Crokes 2-01.
Panel: Cillian Trant, Declan O’Donoghue, Aodhan McKenna, James Sheehan, Eamonn Rohan (1-01), Darragh O’Donoghue (0-06), Daniel O’Rourke, Sean Murnane (1-01), Ryan McElligott (0-01), Darragh Murnane(1-00), Tomas Dillon, Sean Keane, Michael Kennedy, Timmy Dillon, Aodhn Behan, Tadhg McKenna, Denis Nolan, Eoin Relihan, Pairic Shanahan, Daniel Hunt, Jack Kevin McKenna, David O’Connell, Denis Quille and Eoin Galvin.
Crotta played five matches in Division 1. They started with a home match against Causeway winning 3-03 to 1-06 in a tight match. Darragh Murnane Aodhan Behan and Ryan McElligott getting the goals. Ballyduff were next and this was the Sean Murnane show as he scored five goals in a 6-03 to 1-05 victory. Winners of phase 1, Abbeydorney were next. Played in Dromakee this was the match of the League. Crotta trailed by eight points at half time but all players contributed to a fantastic win on a scoreline of Crotta 3-11 Abbeydorney 2-09. Ryan Murphy scored 2-02 and Tomas Dillon scored the other goal.Some long range points by Darragh O’Donoghue and a man of the match performance by James Sheehan plus a couple of fantastic first half saves by Cillian Trant all paved the way to a Crotta victory. Crotta ‘s defence also played their part and Daniel O’Rourke’s work rate unsettled a fine Abbeydorney team. A difficult trip to Ballyheighue was game four in the League. Leading by six points at half time following first half goals by Darragh Murnane and Ryan McElligott, Ballyheighue prove to be tough opponents. The home side had the advantage of a strong wind in the second half. Even though Crotta got two second half goals through Daniel O’Rourke and Sean Murnane, we only lead by a point with five mins remaining. Man of the match Darragh O’Donoghue scored four points in this time to leave the final score Crotta 4-06 Ballyheighue 3-05.
Well done to all players who trained so well and have improved so much.
Thanks to all parents for their commitment bringing the lads to and from training , matches and supporting our fundraising activities. Thanks to all Club officers especially Crotta Coiste na nOg Chairman Sonny Egan who attended all games. Thanks to Chairman of the Senior Club, Paddy Weir for all his help. Thanks to Tom Nolan who has got the playing pitch ready on a number of occasions. Thanks to Paddy Weir and Paud Twomey for having the pitch ready last Tuesday evening.
Congrats and thanks to team mentors Aiden Sheehan, Mike McKenna Paul O’Donoghue and Paddy Murnane. Thanks also to Tom O’Donoghue and JP McElligott for assisting the mentors during matches.
Food and minerals was provided after by the Club and we thank them for that nice gesture. Thanks to Herberts Bar for allowing us to use their Function Room.
Training will continue for U12’s on Monday evenings from 6.30pm till 7.45pm.
UNDER 15 HURLERS
Crotta U15 match against Causeway to be played last Thursday was postponed due to the condition of both pitches. Crotta have a bye this Thursday. Congratulations and well done to Adrian Mahony and David Behan who represented Kerry in an U15 Blitz Football in Clare last Saturday. Both Lads are members of the Crotta U15 Panel.
ABBEYDORNEY GOLF SOCIETY
The Golf Society held their Captain John Shanahan’s Prize Day at the beautiful Beaufort Golf Course last Saturday. Weather conditions on the day were good, however due to the recent rains the course was playing long which was reflected in the scoring. We wish to thank Beaufort Golf Club for their hospitality.
The golf was followed by the presentation of prizes at Herbert’s Bar Kilflynn, our thanks the Herbert family a wonderful evening.
Results 1st Jerome McCarthy (20) 38 pts; 2nd Donal Donovan (13) 33 pts; 3rd Sandy Egan (24) 32 pts; 4th Pat Prendiville (11) 30pts; Past Captains John Sexton (16) 26 pts; Front 9 Mundy Hayes (19) 18 pts; Back 9 Tom McNeice (14) 14 pts; Longest Drive Donal Donovan; Nearest the Pin Donal Donovan 7 inches; Guest Denis Long (20) 32 pts.
The top 16 for the Society Singles Matchplay was decided after this outing, the draw will appear in next week’s notes. The next Society outing is our President Sandy Egan’s day in Ceann Sibeal Golf Course on Saturday Aug 18th with the tee reserved from 10:00 to 11:00.
UNDER 21 HURLERS
Abbeydorney/Crotta U-21 hurlers were defeated by Ballyduff at the sports field, dromakee on Tuesday 10th July by 4-09 to 3-08 in North Kerry Under 21 Hurling Championship.
HERBERT’S BAR
Live music next Sunday evening 22nd of July with the G TEAM
NORTH KERRY U-12 FOOTBALL LEAGUE
There were mixed fortunes for the A and B teams against Listowel on Sunday 15th July.
The A team suffered a heavy defeat in a disappointing performance on the night. The margin was unfair on the lads who have put in a huge effort this year and played some great football. The loss of some Key players before the game did not help however on the night they came up against a very good Listowel team who were faster, stronger and first to the ball throughout. The damage was done too early in the match which left a huge mountain to climb in rescuing a result. Great credit must go to the team in the second half for battling and improving on their first half showing. Damien Larkin, Ryan Murphy, Daniel O’Rourke and Pairic Shanahan in Particular played their hearts out in the second half. On the evening it was a case that one team was at their best and the other team looked a very tired outfit. With Senans already having secured the County football League, and most of the A panel also doing the Double with the Hurling this game came probably a little too late in the year for the type of performance required to win.
The B’s put up a wonderful performance winning out in a tight game and ensuring that at least one of our teams came away with a win on the night. They were also missing players but managed to ride out the storm particularly in a tense first half. In a tight game throughout all players played their hearts out and stuck to the task in hand playing some great football. In an end to end match played at a fast pace Senans remained composed to deliver the win and ensure in the process that their 100% record remains intact. This is a remarkable record this season and great credit must go to each and every player who has shown the effort and commitment throughout the year. Thanks to all parents for their support on the evening. Next up is the Munster Blitz in Fitzgerald stadium on Tue before our next North Kerry League match against Ballyduff on Wednesday.
CAMOGIE
Inter County: U16 All Ireland Championship Round 1. Kerry 2-15 Carlow 0-1. A great start to this campaign by the Kerry girls. From the throw in Kerry didn’t give Carlow any space and were in determined mood to control this game. Aoife Fitzgerald slotted over 4 45’s with Jessica Fitzell popping up with 2 points from play helped by Alanna Maunsell who also scored from play. Half time Kerry 0-7 Carlow 0-1. With the wind at their backs and their tails up for the second half Kerry ran through Carlow with goals from alanna Maunsell and Jessica Fitzell, points from Orla Young Niamh Leen Norann Gilbert and with aoife Behan and Angel Hussey making their debut for Kerry, the team recorded a good win to set up a Round 2 clash with Meath next Sunday at a time and venue to be confirmed.
Munster League Club Final: Clanmaurice 0-12 Kilruane McDonaghs (Tipp) 2-4. Played in Croagh last Wednesday evening, Clanmaurice won this final on heart, determination, and by taking the game to their opponents. Scores from Aoife Fitzgerald and Patrice Diggin, Clanmaurice were 0-8 to 0-4 to the good at half time. The Tipp Club came out fighting in the second half and had 2 goals scored before Clanmaurice registered a point from Patrice Diggin followed up with 2 points from Aoife Fitzgerald. Great defensive play by Michelle Leen and Sinead Mackessy saw Patrice Diggin slot over the insurance point, and captain Sinead Mackessy received the Munster trophy. A huge achievement for the club with it being their first year in competitive action and congratulations to the team and mentors on this great victory.
Well done to Sara Murphy who won the county senior Puck Fada and went to Thurles last Saturday to try and retain her Munster Crown. However it was the Limerick contestant who won it, but well done to Sara for competing well.
Inter County Fixture: Junior All Ireland Championship round 3. Kerry v Carlow This Saturday (21st) at 6.30pm at a venue to be decided.
SYMPATHIES
On behalf of the Community we offer our sincere sympathies to the family and friends of the late James McElligott, London and formerly of Tullig, Kilflynn.
And we also offer our sincere sympathies of the Community to the family and friends of the late Michéal Wynne of St. Mary of the Angles, Beaufort and formerly of Kilflynn village. May they rest in peace
UNDER 16 LONG PUCK
The Crotta Coiste na nog was represented by Darragh O’Regan at Under 16 long puck competition during half time of the County Intermediate championship final between Kenmare and Ladies Walk in Fitzgerald Stadium, Killarney, Kenmare won by 2-14 to 1-05.
CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS
The four numbers picked out of the drum by Independent Observer, Betty Falvey, Garrynagore, Lixnaw for the weekly Crotta Hurling Club Lotto draw were: 3,6,19 and 23 at Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn , on Monday 16th July, with a Jackpot of 7,800. However no one came up with the correct combination of numbers and the Jackpot survived for another week. The Lucky dip prizes winner each receives €35: Sonny Egan, Garrynagore, Lixnaw, Mary Hogan, Ballitogher, Lixnaw and Jimmy Lawlor, Tullacrimmin, Abbeydorney.
The next draw will take place in Herbert‘s Bar, Kilflynn on Monday night 23rd July with a Jackpot of 7,900. Tickets are available at 2 Euro each or 3 for 5 euro from Club tickets sellers or you can also play on the Crotta lotto on line now, check out the crottagaa.ie
DARTS
Sixteen players participated in the in weekly darts tournament in Parkers Lounge bar, Kilflynn on Saturday night, 14th July, Ronan Lacey and J.P Twomey defeated Ger Lacey and Phil Morris in the final
The next darts doubles tournament takes place on Saturday night 21st July at 10.30 p.m. in Parkers Lounge Bar. Names MUST be in for 10.15 p.m. NO Names after this Time. First game of the Tournament must start at 10.30p.m. Sharp.
COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP
Crotta will play Kilmoyley in the Garveys Super Valu Senior Hurling Championship on Sunday 29th July at 1.30p.m. in Austin Stack’s Park, Tralee.
ABBEYDORNEY GAA
On Sunday July the 22nd Abbeydorney GAA Club will open its GAA Club after spending six years in re-developments. Sean Walsh Munster Council Chairman will officially open the grounds which will be named after a well known player and administrator of the GAA club Tom Healy. Na Piarsaigh GAA Club Munster Hurling Champions, who are trained by Clare man Sean Stack, are invited to the opening. A selection of well known players from other North Kerry Clubs have also been invited to play with Abbeydorney on the day including Liam Boyle, Ballyduff, John Mike Dooley, Causeway, Darren Dineen St Brendans, Michael Boxer Slattery, Ballyheigue, Shane Nolan, Crotta and James Flaherty Lixnaw.
CROTTA KELLOGS CUL CAMP 2012
The GAA Cúl Camps will run again at Crotta Hurling club this coming summer from Monday July 30th to Fri Aug 3rd and we are encouraging all juveniles aged between 6 and 14 years of age to sign up to the Cúl Camps. After very successful football camps over the past three years, we are hoping that as many youngsters as possible will attend again this year. You can register on line at www.gaa.ie/kellogsculcamps or you can complete an application form and send it with the appropriate fee to County Co-ordinator, Maurice Leahy at Austin Stacks Park, Tralee. 066 7127782 . Cost for first child is €55. It is €45 for second child of same family and €40 for third child of the same family.