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27/01/10 AGM was held on January 24,Chairman Vincent Casey presided. In a wide ranging address to the large attendance he stated that it was a very successful year for the club on all fronts but especially on the playing fields, he congratulated the Seniors four in a row winning O’Donoghue Cup side. The Ladies on winning Kerry Co. Championship and reaching Munster final and praised the great strides that’s been made in hurling within the club. He had a special word of praise for all the successful teams in the club in 2009. He made special mention of the coaching that is ongoing in the Juvenile section, underage hurling and girls football and urged a greater involvement from parents and volunteers. He thanked all team managements and committees for their huge effort. He urged all club members to get behind any fund raisers for a club of Dr. Crokes size to survive and progress large sums of money has to be generated and in the current economic climate it is proving to be difficult. He thanked the outgoing officers Matt O’Neill and Seamus O’Doherty for their contribution, his fellow officers for their commitment in the running of the club. He had special praise for John C. O`Shea for innovation of the screening live games on the internet. The first club in the country to pioneer such a move, which was greatly appreciated by our ex-pats. He congratulated Colm Cooper on winning another All Ireland and the other players who wore the Kerry Jersey with pride in various grades. He sympathised with all those who suffered bereavement during the year. In conclusion he looked forward to the year ahead and hoped we continue in the positive frame that is now engulfing the Club. Hon. Sec. Aine McMahon in a detailed and comprehensive booklet outlined all activities that occurred during the year. She stated that the “outstanding memory of 2009 was unfortunately the heartbreak felt when the final whistle was blown on County final day, but a club awash with talented players, dedicated and enthusiastic mentors, hard working officers and committee members and loyal supporters it is onwards and upwards for 2010”. Joint Treasurers. Moss Harmon & John Lenihan were complimented on producing a very detailed financial report. In the age we are now living in it takes a staggering amount of money to run a club of the size of Dr. Crokes. The Golf Society, Finance Committee and Clear Air Boys were thanked for the tremendous effort during the year in organizing successful fund raisers which helped enormously to offset the current debt. OFFICERS ELECTED Patron: Murt O Shea. President: John Moynihan Vice-Presidents: Paddy O Shea, Dan Kelliher, Patsy Courtney, Patrick O Sullivan, Bridie O Shea, Nelly Kavanagh, Donie Sheahan, Niall Keogh, Eddie O Sullivan, Liam Murphy, Paddy O Shea Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue, Jackie Looney. Chairman: Vincent Casey, Vice-Chairman: Terry Potts Secretary: Aine McMahon, Assistant Secretary: Dave O`Connor, Joint Treasurers: Moss Harmon, John Lenihan, Finance Officer Mike Buckley PRO John Keogh. Development Officer: Der Brosnan. Registrar Liam Hartnett IT, Officer J.C.O`Shea, Scor Officer: Geraldine Lyne. Co. Board Delegates John Keogh, Tim Hourigan, East Kerry Board Delegates Donie O’Leary, P.J.O`Brien. COISTE NA OG AGM took place on Mon January 18. The large attendance was testimony to the level of dedication and participation by coaches currently being experienced in both hurling and football codes. Reports were received from all the various age categories and a very successful year generally was further enhanced by competitive successes in numerous competitions, both at East Kerry and County level. The boys and girls who had represented Kerry in various underage levels were also acknowledged. The large attendance addressed various topics including Child Welfare, Health & Safety, Diet & Nutrition and the requirement for a dedicated PRO for Juvenile affairs. The hardworking Chairperson, Matt O Neill stepped down after a very successful year and his dedication was warmly acknowledged by all attendees. Officers elected Chairman Terry Potts, Secretary Dave O`Connor, Coaching Officer Mark Cooper. The positions of Registrar and PRO will appointed at a later date. Mol an Oige agus Tiocaigh said MEMBERSHIP for 2010 is now due and may be payable to Registrar Liam Hartnett. Cost Husband/Wife €50, Adult €30 Player €50, Student/Youth €15+ €20 insurance. Clear Air Boys Supporters Club €100 automatically includes club membership. 4TH DEVELOPMENT DRAW took place on Wednesday January 20 results are 1st €2,000 Paul O`Shea c/o M.D.O`Shea`s, 2nd €1,000 Ger & Agnes Lenihan Park Road, 3rd €500 Deirdre O`Reilly Freemount Kanturk Co. Cork, 4th €250 Ian & Bernie MacMonagle Robeen House, Muckross Road, 5th €250 John O`Shea 2 Bridgefield. LOTTO there was no winner of the jackpot of €6,000 on Sunday January 24, numbers drawn were 5,6,8,11. Eleven patrons matched three numbers each receiving €50. Jackpot on Sunday next January 31 will be €6,300. McGRATH CUP four of our players were in action over last weekend in this competition Brian Looney & Kieran O’Leary lined out with Kerry while Johnny Buckley & Daithi Casey donned the UCC jersey. Both sides were victorious and meet in next weekend final. CONGRATULATIONS to Spa on reaching All Ireland Intermediate final. BEST WISHES to St. Pauls in the forthcoming Ladies Basketball National Cup final. Eight of our lady footballers are on the squad. CONGRATULATIONS to Seanie O`Shea on his selection as a Senior Kerry Hurling Selector. GREETINGS to Seamus & Joan O`Shea High Street who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary last weekend. Sibling John C & Brigitte also celebrated their respective birthdays during the week. SYMPATHY to Martin Beckett & family Woodlawn on the recent death of his father. To the O`Callaghan family on the death of Sean. 20/01/10 McGRATH CUP six of our players were in action over the weekend with different teams in this competition Michael Moloney, Brian Looney and Kieran O`Leary with Kerry, Johnny Buckley & Daithi Casey with U.C.C. and Fionn Fitzgerald with UL. All acquitted themselves very well. GOAL OF THE YEAR last chance to enter the Dr.Crokes Goal of the year competition 2009. Watch the following goals, pick your favourite goals in 1,2,3 order and email them to drcrokesgaa@gmail.com. The adjudicator will make decision shortly and a valuable prize of €100 voucher for Failte Restaurant sponsored by Joe O`Shea of O`Shea Signs to the winner. LOTTO the jackpot of €5,700 on Sunday January 17 was not won. Numbers drawn were 1,5,12,24. Eleven patrons matched three numbers each receiving €50. Jackpot on Sunday January 24 will be €6,000. SCOR OFFICER Gerardine Lyne is anxious to hear from those interested in participating in Senior Scor. Scor na bPaisti will commence in March Gerardine may be contacted on 086 1541840. BEST WISHES to the Spa in their quest for All Ireland glory in next Sundays semi-final. SYMPATHY to the Counihan family on the death of Betty. 13/01/10 AGM will take place on Wednesday January 20 in Clubhouse @ 7.30pm.All members are urged to attend. DEVELOPMENT DRAW the fourth draw will take place in clubhouse on January 20 following the AGM. CONGRATULATIONS to Senior goalkeeper Kieran and Brid Cremin on the recent arrival, proud grandparents Der & Kathleen and Mossie & Deirdre are delighted with their first grandchild. BEST WISHES to Paddy & Anne O`Shea who recently celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary. SYMPATHY to the Brosnan & Spillane families on the deaths of Phyllis & Dan.
06/01/10 LOTTO there was no winner of the Jackpot of €5,100 on Sunday Jan. 3 numbers drawn were 6,9,13,18. Nine patrons matched three numbers each receiving €60. Jackpot on Sunday Jan. 10 will be €5,400. GOAL OF THE YEAR Dr Crokes Gaa Club in conjunction with Clear Air Boys wish to announce the Dr.Crokes Goal of the year competition 2009. Watch the following goals, pick your favourite goals in 1,2,3 order and email them to drcrokesgaa@gmail.com. If your choice matches our independent adjudicator then you will be entered into a draw for a €100 voucher for the Failte Restaurant sponsored by Joe O'Shea O`Shea Signs. AGM will be held in clubhouse on Wednesday January 22 @ 7.30pm. GREETINGS Wishing all our members, players, and supporters a fruitful 2010.
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