March Reports 2007
 

28/03/07

All Ireland Club Final Replay: all roads lead to Portlaoise on Sun. next April 1st for the eagerly awaited clash with Crossmaglen Rangers with a throw in time of 2pm. We urge all supporters to wear your colors and re-double your efforts with you vocal support. During this long campaign you have been magnificent and the lads are deeply indebted to you. Here’s wishing that the Andy Merrigan Cup will make a second visit to Killarney on Sun. next.

Co. Minor League Div. 1 Kerins O`Rahillys  0-09 Dr. Crokes 6-09. this was a terrific start to the Co. League, played in Tralee on Sat. last our lads gave an outstanding team performance. the foundation of a dominant midfield crucial in all games was the launching pad for our dominance where Johnny Buckley ably assisted by John Bartlett dominated all through and gave ample supply to a rampant forward line with centre forward Philip O’Connor the creator in chief setting up his fellow forwards with sublime passes. Captain Jamie Doolan was the major tormentor finishing with a personal tally of 3-03. This was a tremendous performance and augurs well for the season. Team: David Neeson, Fionn Fitzgerald, Jonathan Clarke, Michael McMahon, Donal Cronin, David O’Leary, Timothy Dudley, Johnny Buckley (0-01) John Bartlett (0-01), Daithi Casey (1-01), Philip O’Connor,  Niall O’Connell (0-01) Jamie Doolan(Capt.)(3-03), Ruairi Mangan (1-02), T.J.Cronin (1-00). Subs: Chris Egan, Pat Fuller, Keith O’Leary, Kieran Ward, James Barry. Next game Fri. March 30th @6.30pm Dr. Crokes v Laune Rangers.

Corporate Lunch: to help alleviate the enormous cost of the All Ireland Club campaign we are holding a Corporate Lunch in Killarney Racecourse on Grand National Saturday April 14th. Further details from co-coordinator Vince Casey.

Coiste na Og: our underage season for U6`s,8`s,10`s, for girls and boys continues on Sat. mornings. New people always welcome. If you have recently settled in Killarney and wish your children to learn the skills of Gaelic Football & Hurling in a safe and fun environment then look no further than Dr. Crokes pitches on Sat. mornings. U14 Co. League fixtures, 28/03 Div. 1 Dr. Crokes v Templenoe@ 6.45pm., 04/04 Dr. Crokes v John Mitchels @ 7pm. Div. 6 28/03, Brosna v Dr. Crokes “B”, 04/04 Finuge v Dr. Crokes “B” @ 7pm.

JUVENILE HURLING County League time again.  The first team in action this year was our under 12 boys, who faced a strong Dingle team.  Some of our players were missing on the night and Dingle came out the winners.  This Friday we travel to Kilgarvan, where a better performance is expected.  Training continues every Wednesday at 6o’clock.

Saturday morning training continues for hurlers aged under 6, under 8 and under 10 from 9.45 to 10.45, just before football training.  Numbers are increasing every week with new hurlers joining in the fun.  We also have an increasing number of girls starting camogie with our new female coaches, Mary Treacy and Martina O’Sullivan Darcy.  If you would like to learn the skills of hurling and play mini leagues and games, why not join us this Saturday morning.  Dr Crokes will supply helmets, hurleys and sliothars.  We also have this equipment to purchase at reduced prices for those wishing to continue the hurling.

Lotto:  there was now inner of the Jackpot on Sun. March 25th, numbers drawn were 14,19,21,24. There were 2 match 3 numbers Don Brosnan 32782, Lucy O’Callaghan 3 Hawthorn Ave., each received €250. The Jackpot in the Lotto Draw on Mon March 19th was not won. Numbers drawn were 9,11,16,20. 19 players matched 3 numbers each receiving €30.

Gaeltacht Scholarship: If there is any club member who wishes to avail of a Gaeltacht Scholarship please give your name to Hon. Sec. Breda Cronin as soon as possible.

Membership is now due and payable to Registrar, Players €40, Adult €20,Family €30, U18 €10.

Golf Society: the next outing is to Adare on Sat. April 7th tee time 10am – 12.30pm. Timesheet in the usual outlets and is filling up rapidly.

Best Wishes; to Mark Cooper Jnr. Who reached the ripe old age of six last weekend

Congratulations to Dr. Crokes boys & girls who were confirmed last weekend.

Wedding Bells: congrats to Hurler and Limerick native Paul Griffin and Donna Ryan who married last weekend and also to former player Sean O’Donoghue and Miriam O`Regan who also tied the knot.

 

21/03/07

All Ireland Club final: Dr. Crokes 1-09 Crossmaglen Rangers 1-09. seconds separated us from winning our 2nd All Ireland Club title in Croker on Sat. last. To say that victory was snatched would be an understatement. Disappointed = Yes,  Are We Down = No. how could one be after a tremendous display under so much adversity, it was the day when boys became men, young fellows took the responsibility and stepped up to the plate  and all became leaders after the twin loss of Eoin Brosnan & Brian McMahon, and the unfortunate loss of Andrew Kenneally who was unavailable for selection and took the game to Crossmaglen. In those final pulsating seconds we looked as if we might hold on to lead by the narrowest of margins until Oisin did his Crocodile Dundee impression(going on walkabout) and kicked the equalizer. All 18 players who saw action were heroes and it was a great hour to be a Crokes person in Croke Park on St. Patrick’s Day, you did us proud. We salute you heroes all.

Supporters: You were magnificent, the color you brought to Croke Park was tremendous and the lads were delighted with the encouragement and vocal support. It would be remiss of me not to acknowledge the support of members of other Kerry Clubs who traveled especially the large contingents from our East Kerry neighbors Gneevegulia and Glenflesk. Your support was greatly appreciated. The Club are very appreciated of the large volume of get well messages received. Thank you to everyone concerned.

Fixtures: Co. Minor League Kerins O`Rahillys v Dr. Crokes Sat. 24/03/07 @ 5pm.

Membership is now due and payable to Registrar, Players €40, Adult €20,Family €30, U18 €10.

Super Draw; the sixth and final draw will take place in the Clubhouse on Thursday March 29th @ 9pm.

Gaeltacht Scholarship: If there is any club member who wishes to avail of a Gaeltacht Scholarship please give your name to Hon. Sec. Breda Cronin as soon as possible.

Thank You; to former South Kerry Board Chairman Pat Everett who donated Shamrock to Team and supporters on St. Patrick’s Day.

 

14/03/07

All Ireland Club Final: St. Patrick’s clash with Crossmaglen Rangers has occupied the minds of management, players, officers, supporters in the last number of weeks. With the excitement at fever pitch amongst supporters the players have remained relatively calm and are hugely focused on the task involved in bringing home the Andy Merrigan Cup for the second time. Preparations have gone well and no stone has been left unturned. The officers would like to thank Irish Rail and everyone who intervened on our behalf especially Killarney Station Master Michael Leahy and his staff for their patience, help and courtesy in providing transport to carry the large number of supporters to the game. Here’s wishing the lads every success and trust that everyone’s efforts will be fruitful.

Colors: the town has began to take a distinctive look of Black & Amber over the last week. We would like to thank our main sponsors Uhlsport, schools, business premises, and private individuals who got into the spirit of the Community Challenge. Dr. Crokes Club would also like to acknowledge the input of the Town Council in the decoration, and to Joe O`Shea of O`Shea Signs for all his help.

Travel Update: Due to St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin there is limited availability on the Luas. Availability should not be a problem on the first 2 specials to Heuston. For passengers on the regular train arrival in Heuston coincides with the reduction of Luas transport. We urge supporters on this train to make alternative arrangements.

LOTTO: There was no winner of the Jackpot of €7,800 on Sun. March 11th. numbers drawn were 10,11,14,24. 5 persons matched 3 numbers each receiving €100. Anthony McKenna Firies, Jimmy O’Brien College Street, Ger O`Sullivan 13 Marian Tce., Martin Kissane Spa, John O’Donoghue Scotts. Jackpot on Monday March 19th €8,100.

Terrace Talk Special: a special 2hour special of the show hosted by Weeshie was broadcast live from the Clubhouse on Mon. last. An enjoyable occasion for all concerned.

Coiste na Og: our underage season for U6`s,8`s,10`s, for girls and boys began on Sat. last when we had a huge turnout. All activities will resume on Sat. March 24th. new people always welcome. If you have recently settled in Killarney and wish your children to learn the skills of Gaelic Football & Hurling in a safe and fun environment then look no further than Dr. Crokes pitches on Sat. mornings.

U.14. participated in the Mick O’Brien Invitational tournament hosted by Nemo Rangers in Cork last weekend. They were defeated in the final by Clonakilty.

Birthday Wishes: to former Senior Player and present Minor Manager Vince Casey who was surprised with a 40th party last weekend in the Dromhall Hotel organized by his wife Bernadette. The actual date is not until later this week but with Vince’s full sporting diary that clashed with Croke Park and a couple of punting days in the Cotswold the occasion had to be brought forward. Congratulations.

 

07/03/07

EKSL. Dr. Crokes 0-05  Rathmore 0-15. Fielding only 2 of the starting 15 that qualified for the All Ireland Club Final the previous weekend we easily succumbed to Rathmore in the first round of East Kerry Senior League. Playing with the elements in the opening half we were behind at the break 0-05 to 0-02. we had no answer in the second period to some tremendous point scoring by our opponents. Team: Andrew O’Connell, Tommy Ryan, James Cahillane, Kevin Smyth, Ian Howard, Brian O’Donoghue, John Payne, Kieran Brosnan, Batt Moriarty, Vince Cooper, David Moloney, Johnny O`Sullivan, Michael O’Donoghue, Nicholas Murphy, James Jones. Subs; Barra O’Connell, Michael O`Grady, Jamie Wrenn, Tomás Regan.  

EKML. Dr. Crokes 1-18, Legion 4-05 We had a well deserved victory over Legion in the second round of the minor league. Held in Direen on Sat. last we played some brilliant football and a score line of 1-18 certainly did justice to the amount of chances created. Johnny Buckley dominated proceedings at midfield which ensured a plentiful supply of ball to the forwards of which T.J.Cronin and John Bartlett were impressive. It was great to see Philip O’Connor starting his first full game since last May. Philip had a very good game and was involved in many of the scores. Jonathan Clarke had a fine game at full back ably assisted by Fionn Fitzgerald and Timmy Dudley. Team: David Neeson, Michael McMahon, Jonathan Clarke, Chris Egan, Fionn Fitzgerald, David O’Leary, Timmy Dudley, Johnny Buckley, Daithi Casey, Donal Cronin, Jamie Doolan, Niall O’Connell, Philip O’Connor John Bartlett,T.J.Cronin. Subs. Pat Fuller, Keith O’Leary, Shane O’Neill, Eoin Clifton, Kieran Ward. 

Coiste Na Og: underage coaching for girls and boys begins this Sat. March 10th. Hurling coaching 9.45- 10.45. Football coaching  10.45 -12.15. Everybody welcome.

Lotto: there was no winner of the Jackpot of €7,500 in the Lotto draw on Sun. March 4th, numbers drawn were 2,10,13,17. 13 people matched 3 numbers each receiving €40. Megan Kiely 17 Millwood, Louise Sexton 75 new St., Martin Griffin c/o Lyno, Claire Lyne c/o Lyno, Geraldine Harrington New Strands, Dan O`Dwyer c/o Kly.P.O., Tim Dineen 23 Oakhill, John O`Donoghue 4 Ardshanavooly, Betty O`Sullivan Safe Hands, “Gerrard” c/o D. Maye, Joan Devane Mastereegha, John Clifford 39 Scrahan Court, Harry Bartlett 92 Woodlawn Park. Next weeks Jackpot €7,800.

Super Draw: the 5th draw took place on Wed. Feb. 28th. 1st prize South African Trip, Elaine Kavanagh/Kevin Healy Muckross Road, 2nd. Prize Family Break Euro Disney, Kieran O’Leary 83 Woodlawn Park, 3rd prize €1,000 Ms. Pauline Lyne Parkfield House, Park Road, 4th prize €500 Micheal&Olivia O`Sullivan Ballincarrig Firies. 5th prize weekend break Don MacMonagle Port Road. Congratulations all. The 6th and final draw will take place in the clubhouse on Thurs. March 29th.

Golf Society: there was a large turnout for the first outing of the year to O`Mahony`s Point sponsored by Tom & Mary O’Donoghue Speak Easy. Seamie O’Connor proved to be  “King” on the day shooting a magnificent 42pts. 1st. Seamie O’Connor (9) 42pts., 2nd. James Arthur(7) 40pts., 3rd. John O`Shea (16) 38pts, 4th Tim Brosnan (13) 37pts. 5th Brendan Keogh (8) 36pts., 6th Mike Quill (16), Cat. 1 Denis Coleman,(6) 36pts., Cat. 2 John Keogh (15) 35pts, Cat. 3 Ger Collins (20) 34 pts. Next outing April 7th to Adare Manor.

Membership is now due and payable to Registrar, Players €40, Adult €20,Family €30, U18 €10.

Commiserations: to John C O`Shea who failed narrowly on the 2fm AIB Sports bag Quiz.

Congratulations: to Fiona Fleming and David O’Donnell on their recent engagement.

Best Wishes: for a speedy recovery to underage star Jonathan(Johnny) O’Leary who suffered an arm injury. Get well soon Johnny you are sorely missed.

Birthday Wishes: Anne O’Neill, Sarah Byrnes, and minor players Donal Cronin, Daithi Casey, and Jonathan Clarke all who celebrated last week.

Sympathy: to the Kelly family on the death of Br. Justin who was a lifetime supporter and a club officer in the 1950`s and to Joe Gaffey on the death of his father.

News flash: Terrace Talk special from clubhouse on Mon. next March 12th 600-800pm. All club members welcome