Issue 8 February

What’s Happening In Tralee.. What’s Happening In Tralee..

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE

Photos by John Cleary

ABOVE: Michael Fox O’Connor, presents a cheque for 10,055.00 EURO proceeds of the Bill Kirby Memorial walk on St Stephen’s day to the chairman Kerry Hospice Foundation Joe Hennebery for the Palliative Care Unit at University Hospital Kerry on Monday, sitting from left Michael Fox O’Connor, (walk organiser), Joe Hennebery chairman KHF, and Fiona Kirby-Cotter,(The Brogue Inn) back from left Ciss O’Connor, Mary Shanahan Secretary KHF, Mairead Fernane, Treasure KHF, Mark Leen, Garda Seamus Moriarty and Michael Gaffney.

ABOVE: Attending the Austin Stacks ‘The Rock & Rose’ victory celebrations at The Rose Hotel, Tralee, on Saturday night, from left Jim Naughton, Pauline and Eddie Barrett.

in pictures!

EXPERTS AT BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO OLD KITCHENS

INTRODUCING OUR NEW SERVICE TO HELP YOU CREATE YOUR OWN FAVOURITE KITCHEN IN 3 EASY STEPS – “JUST CHANGE THE DOORS!”

STEP 1

CHOOSE A DOOR… there’s 36 to choose from to suit all tastes

PICK A COLOUR… you’ll be spoiled for choice, we paint the frames too

STEP 3

ADD A FINISHING TOUCH… we have handles and knobs

FOR A COMPLETE NEW LOOK don’t replace – renovate!

OR CHOOSE OUR VERY POPULAR SERVICE OF GIVING YOUR CURRENT DOORS AND DRAWERS A “KITCHEN MAKEOVER”

“Top Team Painters offer a fantastic professional service and are experts in turning kitchens around in 3 – 4 days. I was so happy with the results and I saved over 80% by spraying instead of replacing the whole kitchen.”

Mrs Murphy, Barraduff

Happening In Tralee..

TECHNOLOGY CORNER

with Billy O Meara (HRI Services) Billy simplifies and explains Todays Technology

Saorview Changes

From 4th March if you receive your signal from Knockmoyle transmitter (Short Mountain ) you will have to retune your television in order to continue receiving Saorview. The following is information from saorview

Why is this happening: Following a decision by the EU, some of the TV broadcast spectrum that is used by Saorview is being reallocated for other purposes. This is part of future-proo ng our infrastructure.

When is this happening: Between now and 4th March 2020. Who is a ected: Many customers won’t notice anything at all, some will need to take action to ensure their service continues. What does this mean: Many customers won't notice any change. For some a simple rescan or their Saorview box or TV will solve any issues. A small number of customers will need to take further action and should contact HRI Services if a channel rescan doesn’t work.

Free Antivirus... is it Spying on you?

Do you ever wonder why you can download antivirus free and how do they make money if it’s for free . Avast has been one Anti-virus that has stood the test of time and has been free for almost a decade. The anti-virus lacks advanced features but does provide enough to cover individuals who don’t want to break the bank for a premium anti-virus software. However, it looks like there’s a reason why Avast is free and it’s not because the company wants everyone to have access to anti-virus...according to a joint investigation by PCMag and Motherboard, it looks like Avast is harvesting your data to pay for their expenses and the free anti-virus software. The report relies on leaked documents that include user data, contracts, and other company documents. These documents show the sale of the highly sensitive data collected by the company. The primary data comes from Jumpshot, a subsidiary of Avast.The system works in an e cient way where Avast collects the data and Jumpshot repackages the data to sell it to the big names in the tech industry. Jumpshot’s client list includes Google, Yelp, Microsoft, McKinsey, Pepsi, Sephora, Home Depot, Condé Nast, Intuit, and many others. The company provides a so-called “All Clicks Feed” package which can track behaviour, clicks and even movements across websites. This helps companies like Home Depot and Amazon learn the user behaviour with extreme precision including your shopping and browsing habits.

TURN YOUR SPARE ROOM INTO CASH!

“Roisin, Tralee: A very positive experience hosting students from CSOE... school is so supportive and organised (guess I could also mention how handy the cash is!)

Anne B, Tralee: This was my first experience in hosting students . .. apprehensive at first but my experience has been a positive one. I have hosted students from, Spain, Germany and Italy. It has provided me with great insights and an opportunity to learn about different cultures.

Aileen, Kilflynn: Definitely the best company I've dealt with... professionalism and knowledge of what both the student and host family needs are... second to none!

Noreen, Tralee: Anne and the team at Celtic have been very flexible with me, giving me students when suits us as a family, lovely having that little bit extra to get those treats we all deserve

What’s Happening In Tralee..

How to best avoid the Coronavirus!

I caught up with fellow Galwayman and breathing Coach Eoin Burns during the week . Eoin has some interesting thoughts insights and helpful advice regarding the Coronavirus (Covid -19 ) that is affecting people all over the world .Read on , its fascinating ...

Eoin says ....

Even if you haven’t got yourself one of the last masks, there is a lot you can do to prevent catching an infection. One of the easiest way to catch a virus is through droplet dispersal from coughing and sneezing. Imagine someone sneezes or coughs directly at you, even from the other side of a room. Imagine thousands of rainbow coloured droplets being spread rapidly in your direction. If you picture a bird bringing a worm back to its hungry chicks - where you have your mouth open you are like one of the chicks – desperate to catch a virus droplet! So if you hear someone sneeze our cough, gently hold your breath – and close your mouth! So it’s a great idea to know how best to breathe. We should breathe through our mouth as often as we eat through our nose! We are designed to breathe in and out

our nose. Yes- even with sports and even at higher intensities. Its not about breathing more (more air equals less oxygen delivered) its about being more efficient with less. So where we breathe a tiny amount in through our noses, its filtered and when we breathe out our noses we clean our filter within 15 minutes. In contrast if we breathe particles in through our mouths, they can remain in our body for 2-4months! This is where rhinitis and perennial hayfever come from as well as sinus and other infections. If you are wearing a mask, breathing through your mouth behind the mask is nowhere near as effective as breathing through your nose. Mouth breathing is bigger volume and wets the mask more too. It forces the air around the sides of the mask bypassing the filter and having your mouth open means it gets into your body more readily.

If you haven’t a mask, then keep your mouth closed. Gently place your tongue in the roof of your mouth (where you say Nah!). Press your tongue gently up to the soft palate. The hardest times to mind your breathing are when talking, sleeping and exercising. This is possible with practice and I haven’t found a nose I cannot get someone to

breathe through yet! It does take perseverance though. For best results go to a practitioner to do a course or an individual session with tailored program to make progress easier. When you cough or sneeze the tips are to not sneeze into your hands and to cough into your elbow. Surprisingly, most people sneeze through their mouth! Your mouth should be closed as your body is trying to eliminate some airborne irritant. Similarly coughing should be done with your mouth closed and this reduces the volume of your breathing and helps to fight the next cough.

Better breathing also improves sleep (including snoring and insomnia), anxiety, sports performance and overall wellbeing. Avoiding this major infection the coronavirus is a

Celebrating International Womens Day, Breakfast Club at the Bank, next Friday March 6th

Join Bank of Ireland, Workbench, Castle Street, Tralee on the first Friday of every month at 8am to 9am, to listen, learn, network and share your voice as we strive to make Kerry the number one region in Ireland to do business. Breda O’Dwyer, CEED IT Tralee, hosts the Tralee Friday Breakfast Club in association with Bank of Ireland. Breda heads up the Centre of Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Development (CEED) at the IT Tralee, which plays a key role in developing the enterprise ecosystem in the south west and supports start-ups and existing social and commercial organisations in the Kerry region. We are delighted to announce that this Friday Breakfast Club on March 6th is a special edition, celebrating International Women’s Day. Our theme for the event is Celebrating Female Leadership and we have an amazing panel lined up which is sure to inspire our audience. Breda will be chatting to Áine McCleary, Emily Brick, Dr Patricia Sheahan, Caroline McEnery, Fiona Stack and Laura Collins about their successes, their inspirations, what motivates them and what advice they can give to our up and coming leaders. You will also have the opportunity to network before and after the discussion so please feel free to bring along plenty of business cards. Light Breakfast will be served and free parking available at the rear of the building.

Please register by clicking on this link: events.bizzabo.com FridayBreakfastClubMar20

great motivator to get started breathing correctly too! So to change up your relationship with colds and flus and reduce your potential for catching coronavirus – if you hear someone coughing or sneezing at you quickly close your mouth and hold your breath! Eoin Burns breathingcoach. ie snoringcoach.ie Office on Strand Street here in Tralee! (086 8049440)

Happening In Tralee..

Dentistry`s rising star!

We would like to wish Dr Susan Crean a special congratulations on her recent nomination to the Irish Dentistry awards. Susan is now a finalist in the upcoming awards held in the mansion house in Dublin this weekend. The award recognises excellence within the dental profession.The judges were particularly impressed with her clinical cases which she submitted and by the touching comments which she received from her very happy patients .They were also impressed with her commitment to further education.The treatments involved :both orthodontics (concentrating on Invisalign clear aligners) Facial aesthetics including anti-wrinkle treatment ,restorative treatment including crowns , composite bonding and oral surgery. Susan is the first Irish graduate to complete a diploma held by the city of London dental school in clear aligners(Invisalign) and is completing her masters in facial aesthetics with the Harley Academy. She frequently attends both national and international conferences. She holds regular clinics in facial aesthetics in expose beauty salon Tralee, Co.kerry.

Tralee Harriers St. Patrick’s Half Marathon, 10K & 5k

Tralee Harriers Athletic Club is delighted to announce the Launch of the 2020 St. Patrick’s Half Marathon 10K and5K.

Saturday, 14th March 2020

Tralee Harriers will be hosting their annual St Patrick’s Half Marathon 10K & 5k. Starting at 9.30am the Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre, the runners will weave through the streets and countryside of Tralee, following our very popular route.

Although Tralee Harriers is not linked with a full marathon this year, our focus as always, remains on providing a fun, competitive & inclusive run. With emphasis on bringing joy and pleasure to all who participate, showing off Tralee, its attractions and scenery. This AAI permitted, accurately measured and insured event will be timed under the auspice of AAI and their partner Ronan Wogan of My Run Results under the watchful eye of

Tralee Harriers AC.

Speaking at the launch of the event, Martin Fitzgerald, Race Director, said that “following feedback from participants over the last number of years, changes have been made to the format and is delighted with the response and entries to date”.

Tralee Harriers AC would like to thank all those who make this event possible, the competing athletes, Volunteers, our main Sponsors The Kerry’s Eye Newspaper& Byrnes Spar Tralee, and sub sponsors The Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre, The Rose Hotel & Dennison Design, Tralee Advertiser, the very popular Joan Keating and My Party Pals and most importantly the Local Community for their help and support.

Tralee Harriers are committed to supporting local businesses, and like previous years we get our Medals & Trophies from Bernard Reidy of Trophy World

Late rally decisive as Warriors take down local rivals

Garvey’s Tralee Warriors bid to defend their Super League title remains on track after an 81-63 win over Keane’s SuperValu Killorglin at the Tralee Complex last Saturday night. It may not have been the classic encounter that some expected, but it was at times dramatic, at other times pulsating, but always compelling as the sides battled it out for the third time this season at Super League level. In the end a blistering final quarter from the Warriors sealed the crucial victory to give them their 15th win of the campaign to keep them top of the League with 3 games remaining.

The atmosphere in the Complex was at fever pitch when the League champions blasted out of the blocks in the final quarter to go on what would prove to be a game-winning run. Next up for the Warriors is another home fixture when they entertain Maree of Oranmore next Saturday night at the Tralee Sports Complex with tip off as usual at 7.30pm.(Pro Alan Cantwell , photos Liam Ryan )

in Boherbee, and all of our refreshments are sourced from local businesses

We look forward to seeing our exclusive Tralee Harriers St Patrick’s Half Marathon 2020and 10K & 5k Tee Shirts pounding the roads of Kerry and beyond, for many years into the future.

Remember ALL funds raised from our events go towards the development of Tralee Harriers AC iconic Training grounds at O’Regan Park. Call

down and have a look anytime at the development that will continue to grow in the coming years providing Tralee with a facility usable by all. We are looking forward to a great day on Saturday 14th March, 2020.

DON’T MISS OUT, BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW. See the Tralee Harriers St Patrick’s Half Marathon Facebook page & Tralee Marathon website for details.

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Happening In Tralee..

Teams selected for Kecskemet International Childrens Games, Hungary

In 2005 Kerry was represented at the International Children’s Games for the first time in Coventry by a team of 20 athletes from Tralee, joined for the first time also by the city of Kecskemet, Hungary. Now, 15 years later the team from Kerry travels to Hungary for this year’s event, which will be hosted by Kecskemet, the 8th largest city in Hungary, situated along the banks of the Danube. In total 107 cities have registered for the Games, with Tralee ICG the only Irish representatives, as they have been since 2009. “It’s a tremendous experience for these young athletes” said ICG chairman, Mike Culloty, “who get the once in a lifetime opportunity to compete at against their own peers at an International level this age (13-15). The team selected for Hungary will feature 10 athletes in Track and Field, 3 in Judo and 5 in Swimming. Swim coach Ger Mc Donnell was delighted to accept the invitation from the International Children’s Games for a group of swimmers to attend this year’s games in Hungary. Ger has previously travelled with the ICG to the

Games in Thailand, Bahrain and Scotland and is looking forward to the experience in Kecskemet: “ This swimming squad are extremely hard working and driven athletesarguably the best group that we have ever sent to the Games-This will mark the 5th time that Kerry School of Judo will have players representing the club at the Games, much to the delight of head coach Danny Roche, “Our athletes have fought and performed well at National Level and are thrilled to have the opportunity to compete in Hungary against their peers from Israel, the Ukraine and Holland, The Track team is comprised of 6 female and 4 male athletes, who will be coached by former ICG participant in 2006 and 2007, Dearbhail Foley, now coaching with Tralee Harriers. “This is our largest contingent of athletes since the Coventry Games, 2005. From here on in it’s all systems go as the necessary arrangements for travel, accommodation, fund raising and team preparation begin. “The children are all very excited at the prospect of travelling to the Games

and competing in their chosen disciplines against athletes from America, Canada, England, South Korea and Thailand, to mention just a few of the 45 countries represented at the Games”. The level of support in the local community is a critical aspect of continued participation, a point readily emphasised by Mike Culloty: “The participation of athletes from Kerry is simply not possible without the support of families, local communities and local businesses. As a voluntary organisation within the local community, we are acutely aware that without that level of support the athletes would never have this opportunity or experience this

level of competition at such an early stage of their sporting lives. We are most grateful and appreciative of this support”. The ICG team, with athletes from Tralee, Killarney, Listowel, Firies and Ballymacelligott, together with their parents and team coaches, held their first meeting on Friday night last at the Education Centre, Tralee, where details of travel arrangements, registration requirements and plans for the next four months were communicated to all present. Athletics, Swimmers and Judo teams who will take part in the Children International Games 2020 met at IT Educate Centre with their coaches and Delgates on Friday evening

Photo Joe Hanley

What’s Happening In Tralee..

Are you up for the Fenit Coastal Cycle?

Following a successful event last year which hosted 450 cyclists from across the county the Fenit Coastal Cycle returns for 2020. We are on year 8 and still thriving each year!

Here’s a little info, you can take what you need.

Charity this year is Comfort For Chemo Kerry. They will receive a monetary donation for the days Cycle. All registered participants on the day will be in with a chance in Winning a Bike valued at € 1,000 sponsored by David O’Sullivan Cycles, Killarney & Listowel. This fun and challenging cycle is open to clubs, groups and individuals. Cyclists have a choice of a 60km or 25km and a 10km for the younger cyclist. This event is an ideal opportunity for cyclists to start their preparation for the Ring of Kerry Cycle and other upcoming cycling events.

The routes have been chosen to highlight the spectacular surroundings of Fenit, Ardfert, Ballyheigue, Kerryhead and Barrow, with stunning views of Mount Brandon, Tralee and the Shannon Estuary.

We will provide safety management, roadside assistance, support vehicles, light food & refreshments at St. Brendan’s National School, Fenit Registration fee for the event is €25 to participate in the cycle. We are asking cyclists to support this wonderful cause.

For further details contact Jacinta on 086 064-8018 or check out Facebook (Fenit Coastal Cycle) Registration on the morning of the event or pre-book online at www.clubforce.com

Anam Cara Supporting Bereaved Parents After The Death Of A Child

Anam Cara Kerry, will host a parent support evening in the Recovery Haven, 5 Haigs Terrace, Killerisk, Tralee 10th March at 7.20pm

With the Spring months now coming into view it’s a time for reflection and planning for the year ahead. But this isn’t always easy, especially if you are lost in grief and even more so if it’s the death of your child you are grieving.Being a bereaved parent is a feeling that no one bars another bereaved parent will understand. The loss, pain and grief are immeasurable. Anam Cara are there to offer support information and resources. At our Parent evenings we offer a safe and comfortable space in which to remember our children. To talk openly without making people feel uncomfortable, to offer advice and to hear stories from other parents on how they have journeyed through this unimaginable loss.

Anam Cara CEO Sharon Vard stressed that this event is open to all bereaved parents “regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death or whether the death was recent or not. Anam Cara gives bereaved mothers and fathers a chance to meet and connect with other bereaved parents in a safe and comfortable setting. Here we can find a level of support and understanding that – even with the best will in the world – it can be difficult for family and friends to offer.”

On their website, www.anamcara.ie, you can access information about other events in your area, and Anam Cara resources. These include the Anam Cara Information Pack (eight leaflets) developed by bereaved parents and the Anam Cara Videos on A Dad’s Grief, Sudden and Traumatic Death, and The Grieving Family.

All Anam Cara events are provided free of charge for as long as necessary

Open Week At Kerry College Starts March 2nd

KERRY COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING is holding its first OPEN WEEK event from 2-6 March 2020 at its campus locations in Tralee and Listowel. It is a chance for parents, school leavers, job seekers, career changers, those who wish to re-skill or up-skill and guidance professionals to see the range of full-time and part-time courses for employment, college progression, professional development and apprenticeships on offer. A number of events are planned across the week in all campus locations – Clash Road are holding Open Days on Tuesday 3 and Thursday 5 March with a range of interactive events, Listowel Campus is holding a tours and open day on Wednesday 4 March. The Monavalley Campus is open all week for tours and is holding an Apprenticeship Information Event at 4pm on Wedneday 4th of March with other events such as a Build Your Own PC Workshop – open to Senior Cycle Students and for the first time ever - Stonecraft Tours of their stonecutting, stonemasonry and stonewall construction facilities. Teachers, Tutors, Instructors, Guidance and Support Teams, Students, Apprentices and Employers will be on hand during Open Week to chat about career options and answer any career related queries visitors may have. Second level school groups are invited to visit during the week. Guided tours of the campus will be held between the hours of 9am and 3pm daily. Times differ depending on the campus location. For a full schedule of Open Week events and times, visit: https:// kerrycollege.ie/openweek/ For any enquiries or bookings, contact Celine on: 066-714 96 96 or email: openweek@kerrycollege.ie

What’s Happening In Tralee..

Four community projects to benefit from Cara Credit Union’s Lauri Healy Community Sponsorship Awards

Four community groups receive funds from Cara Credit Union’s Lauri Healy Community Sponsorship Awards. Speaking to Sean Roche, the Chairperson of Cara Credit Union’s Community Sponsorship Committee “Cara Credit Union is very conscious of our ethos. One way of rewarding the trust and loyalty we receive from our members is by supporting projects that can help build better communities, and add value throughout our common bond in Tralee, Castleisland and Killorglin. Our Lauri Healy Community Sponsorship Awards helps us achieve this objective with the distribution of funds used to encourage and complement the fantastic work that community groups do to make all our lives and communities a better place to live and work. We are delighted to support four community groups during this round of applications. They are

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very worthy projects and we wish them every success as their projects near completion. We are now accepting our second round of applications and would encourage community groups who are undertaking community projects of €10,000 or more to enter. Previous unsuccessful applications are also eligible to apply.”

Speaking to Pa Laide CEO of Cara Credit Union “Lauri Healy was one of Tralee Credit Union’s founding directors who dedicated so much time and energy to Tralee Credit Union. Lauri was also active in his support and development of other credit unions in Kerry and further afield. He was a director with Tralee Credit Union for more than 30 years, he served with Chapter 23 for as many years and as a board member of the Irish League of Credit Unions helped shape the movement in its early days.

BINGO Sunday 1st March @ Forge Bar, Causeway 2-5pm Jackpot Prize 2 night stay in Hilton Garden Inn, Dublin. Great spots prizes. Great fun. Family Friendly!

Churchill Drama Group are back with Springtime Variety!

The Churchill Drama Group will take to the stage once again after a hiatus of three years with the very popular “Springtime Variety Show”. Previously this drama group have sold out performances in Siamsa Tire.

Because it’s a variety show it will consist of songs from the musicals, comedy sketches, traditional Irish songs and much more. A great nights entertainment is guaranteed for all age groups. Proceeds from the show will go to Fenit Lifeboat Association who do fantastic work locally and nationally. The show takes place in Ardfert Community Centre on Saturday 7th of March and Sunday 8th of March. The cost of show is 12 euro. Tickets are available each night at the door and the show starts at 8pm

The Lauri Healy Community Sponsorship Awards is a fitting tribute to Lauri how gave so much to his local community.”

The four community projects were presented with their funding by Lauri’s wife Marie and his close friend Mary O’Brien.”

The community projects receiving the funds were:Tralee Musical Society;Kingdom Swimming Club;Cordal Coiste na Nog;Irish League of

Credit Unions Development Foundation Ltd

Cara Credit Union are now accepting the next round of applications of 2020 application, closing date is 31st of March 2020. Application forms are available online on their website and from any of their offices. For further information visit their website www.caracreditunion.ie

SEASON

Rebecca Sh tt Beauty

HELLO BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE

I hope you’re having an amazing week.

This week I’m going to be talking about some beauty bits I have bought recently just to give you all a little insight into what products I’m using and trying.

Laura Mercier Translucent Powder

If you follow me on Instagram you will know that I got an absolute bargain on this. It’s my favorite setting powder, a must have in both my makeup bag and my kit. I bought it for €29 (it’s normally €43, but I finessed the system). Message me on Instagram @rebeccashortt for the link!

Simple Eye Makeup Remover

Honestly the best eye makeup remover I’ve used. Ever. It’s so so good it removes all of my eye makeup without leaving that oily feeling.

They’re all the beauty bits I’ve bought recently! If you wanna see more of me you can follow me on…

Makeup Revolution Conceal & Define Foundation

I picked this up in CH recently after seeing many good reviews on it. I am VERY impressed. I love the coverage and how it feels on my skin. It’s only €11 too!

Maui Moisture Bodywash

Bit of a random one but I picked this up in Boots as the packaging stood out, it smells amazing and it’s not full of nasty chemicals such as sulfates - it’s a more natural body wash.

LOOK YOUR BEST THIS SPRING

BEXBLAHFITNESS!

Hello everyone!

Hope you’re having a great

week.

This week was Pancake Tuesday, and I’m going to tell you that you don’t need to wait til Pancake Tuesday to eat pancakes, you can incorporate the below recipes into your food!

Just because you are working out and watching what you eat doesn’t mean you can’t have yummy pancakes!

Here are two separate recipes that I like to use, one is higher carb for training days, and the other is higher in fat and protein for non training days, both are delicious! Although I do prefer the training day ones better cause they’re fluffier.

TRAINING DAY PANCAKES: serves one.

• 40g oats

• 1 egg

• 50g egg whites

• Vanilla extract

• Almond milk - 1 or 2 tbsp as needed.

Blend the oats into a powder consistency in a nutri bullet or something similar. Add all the other ingredients and mix well. Cook as normal using extra virgin olive oil.

NON TRAINING DAY PANCAKES:

• 100g egg whites

• 1 large egg

• 20g protein powder

• 2 tsp chia seeds

Blend all of the ingredients in a blender. Cook as normal in extra virgin olive oil - or any oil you prefer.

Of course you can eat the training day pancakes on a non training day too! It all depends on your macros, if you track them.

Enjoy & never feel guilty about food!

MY FAVOURITE TOPPINGS:

Bacon medallions/turkey rashers & myprotein syrup.25grams of Nutella and strawberries.

Rebecca

RECIPES

QUICK, EASY, SIMPLE... AND SO TASTY!!!

Sometimes life gets on top of you and you just need a quick cook dinner to tick the foodie box... Why not make it something you enjoy? so here are two for you, quick & easy and super tasty!

INDIAN-SPICED CHICKEN AND SPINACH

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons cooking oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, chopped

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger

• 1 tablespoon ground cumin

• 1 tablespoon ground coriander

• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeds and ribs removed, minced

• 1/2 cup canned crushed tomatoes, drained

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 1 1/2 cups water

• 2 packs spinach

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/3 pounds in all), cut into 3 pieces each

METHOD

In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onion and cook until starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes longer. Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, and 1 teaspoon of the salt.

Cook until the spices are fragrant, about 1 minute, and then stir in the jalapeños and tomatoes. Add the cream, cinnamon stick, and water. and add the spinach to the pan.

Bring to a simmer. Cover the pan, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.

Stir in the chicken and the remaining salt, cover, and simmer the stew until just done, about 10 minutes. Remove the cinnamon stick before serving

Let me know if you enjoyed them and we will continue our healthy eating next week and remember to send your quetions to: askchefnoel@hotmail.com

CHILDRENS LESSONS START

IT’S ONLY A JOKE

A VERY SPECIAL MENTION THIS WEEK TO ONE OF OUR JOKE PAGE FANS... PAT YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE... ENJOY !

A MEXICAN MAGICIAN

says he will disappear on the count of 3. He says “uno, dos...” poof. He disappeared without a tres.

HAVE YOU HEARD OF MURPHY’S LAW

-Yes, anything can go wrong will go wrong -What’s about Cole’s law?

-No

-It’s a thin-slice cabbage dripped in mayonnaise and sour cream

THE SECRET SERVICE

just had to change protocol for when the president is in danger. Instead of yelling “get down!”, they have to yell “Donald, duck!”

A WOMAN WALKS INTO A LIBRARY and asked if they had any books about paranoia. Librarian: “They’re right behind you!!”.

WHAT

HAPPENED TO

THE MAN RUNNING IN FRONT OF THE CAR?

- He was tired What happened to the man running behind the car?

- He was exhausted

A MAN WALKS INTO A LIBRARY AND ORDERS

AND CHIPS.

FISH

The librarian says, “this is a library.” The man, says, “oh. Sorry.” (Then in a whisper) “I’d like some fish and chips.”

THE OTHER DAY, MY WIFE

asked me to pass her lipstick but I accidentally passed her a glue stick. She still isn’t talking to me.

HOW DOES A RABBI MAKE HIS COFFEE?

Hebrews it.

WHAT DO YOU CALL A PSYCHIC LITTLE PERSON who has escaped from prison? A small medium at large.

WHAT DO YOU CALL A SMUG PRISONER walking down stairs? A condescending con descending.

COMMUNISM JOKES AREN’T FUNNY

unless everyone gets them WHY DON’T

ANTS GET SICK?

Because they have little antybodies.

BEFORE YOU CRITICIZE SOMEONE,

walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you do criticize them, you’re a mile away and have their shoes.

MY FRIEND SAYS TO ME: “what rhymes with orange” I said: “no it doesn’t”

WHAT DID THE PIRATE SAY when he turned 80 years old?

Aye matey

PEOPLE IN DUBAI DON’T LIKE the Flintstones. But people in Abu Dhabi do!

Know any funny Jokes? Share

traleeharriersannualruns@gmail.com

26 EATING OUT IN TRALEE

Pancake Tuesday in aid of Kerry Hospice

This year’s Pancake Tuesday was a very memorable one for all at The Grand Hotel and Kerry Hospice. The two teamed up to host a morning of coffee and pancakes with all donations going to the Kerry Hospice to support them in their fantastic work. Hosted in The Grand Hotel, patrons were able to flip out over the delicious and wide selection of pancakes, ranging from the traditional maple syrup to raspberry coulis and apple cinnamon. The event also attracted some very special guests. One of which was footballer, David Moran, who tried his hand in some pancake flipping to see if his skills on the pitch would translate to the frying pan.

The morning was a major success, with €800 being raised for the hospice. The support from Tralee town was evident and even from the staff themselves, who donned “Support Kerry Hospice” t-shirts for the day. Both The Grand Hotel and Kerry Hospice would like to extend a huge thank you to all who participated, the great work done by the Hospice wouldn’t be possible were it not for everyone’s generosity.

St Patrick’s Day Special

John Cleary Collection

John Cleary’s new book ‘TRALEE in the Good Old Days’ also on sale

The book is on sale at all Book shops including O’Mahony’s Book shop, First Chapter Book shop Manor West Shopping Centre, Polymath’s Book shop, Kerry Bookshop, Rock Street, Paudie Commane’s Book shop Rock St and Cleary’s Photography Russell Street Tralee, also at Quality Framing, Matt Talbot Road, Tralee. All three books for only €49

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Snooker Time!

Finalists at the Tralee Snooker Club Tournament last weekend, John Ward and Nathan O Brien . John ran out the winner 3-0 . Also pictured is ref Conor O Brien

Deirdre Ferris

settling into her new role as a County Councillor. this week

Tralee by Night...

What’s Happening In Tralee..

Wizkids get All star accreditation!

A Tralee based business has achieved a quality mark signifying it meets the highest standards of service and trust. DigiWiz LTD was awarded the coveted All-Ireland Business All-Star accreditation. This is an independently verified standard mark for indigenous businesses, based on rigorous selection criteria. The accreditation is overseen by the prestigious AllIreland Business Foundation, whose adjudication panel is chaired by Dr Briga Hynes of the Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick and Kieran Ring, CEO of the Global Institute of Logistics. Dr Hynes said the accreditation, which is now held by over 350 firms, is needed by the thousands of small and medium businesses which operate to their own standards but have nothing to measure them by.

“We evaluate a company’s background, trustworthiness and performance, and we speak to customers, employees and vendors,” she said.

“We also anonymously approach the company as a customer and report back on the experience.

“The business goes through at least two interviews and is scored on every part of the process against set metrics.”

The All-Ireland Business Foundation is responsible for overseeing the AllIreland Business Summit and All-Star awards, ongoing All-Star accreditation, Thought Leader awards and promoting peer dialogue among members. The Gold Medal Ceremony will take place on March 24 in Croke Park.

CAILÍNÍ NA CARRAIGE FAOI 6: Some of The Rock Under 6 players and their mentors/fans who posed for Adrienne McLoughlin on Sunday last in The Green School Gym. They train every Sunday at 11am and have great football fun! The grownups enjoy the sessions, too! Come along, girls of Tralee, if you’d like to be part of the Austin Stack Club Under 6 scene. New players always very welcome. Enquiries to 086 1053300. An Charraig Abú! photo Adrienne McLoughlin

MNÁ ÓGA NA CARRAIGE FAOI 8: These enthusiastic Austin Stack Club Under 8 girls were snapped by Adrienne McLoughlin on Sunday last in The Green School Gym. These great footballers train every Sunday at 11am and enjoy the fun! The Moms/ Dads/Mentors enjoy the sessions, too! Come along, a chailíní na Carraige, if you’d like to be part of The Rock Club Under 8 scene. New players very welcome. Gach eolas ar 086 1053300. Up The Rock! photo Adrienne McLoughlin

Its ‘Rock n Rose’ time for the Stacks!

What a great turn-out at The Rock & Rose Victory Social last Saturday night at the Rose Hotel – the highlight of which was the presentation of medals to our Senior and C Team winning footballers, brilliantly hosted as usual by our own Timmy Sheehan. Club Chairman, Billy Ryle’s welcoming speech was another master class where he thanked everyone involved in the organisation of such a brilliant event, as well as all those who received awards on the night. Billy of course paid tribute to the late Seán Murphy whose removal to his native Carlow took place earlier that day. He also congratulated Tralee CBS on winning the Corn Uí Mhuirí, captained by Seán Quilter and with ten other Club players in its ranks, as well as Tim McMahon, Damien McLoughlin

and Alan Duggan who were members of the Management team.He also thanked Colin Teahan and his company PST Sport who were the Club’s main sponsor for the past eight years and was delighted to welcome Kirby’s Brogue Inn as our new main sponsor for the next three years. He also thanked those who sponsored the awards on the night and the many businesses who contributed spot prizes as listed on the Club’s Facebook page. The Award Winners were –Club Lady of the Year (Carmel Quilter-O’Neill), Club Man of the Year (Noel O’Connell), Senior Lady Player of the Year (Jemma O’Connell), Senior C Team Player of the Year –The Charlie Healy Trophy, presented by Charlie’s wife, Ena (David Courtney), Senior

B Team Player of the Year

– The Jackie Power Trophy – presented by Jackie’s wife, Noreen (Paul Galvin), Senior Team Player of the Year –The Andy McAllen Award (Joseph O’Connor), Best Dressed Lady – sponsored by the INEC, Killarney (Breda O’Callaghan) and Best Dressed Man – sponsored by Celsius Mensware (Jack Morgan). Finally he paid special thanks to Siobhan Power, Chairperson of our Social Sub Committee and her team of helpers including Mary McQuinn, Lorraine Scanlon, and Noreen Power who left no stone unturned to make this such a superb event. And then to conclude the night there was some brilliant music provided by ‘Heart & Soul’ followed by the one and only Francie Breen who is never found

wanting at any special Club event - a DJ unequalled. photos by Adrienne McLoughlin,

TORQUING CARS!

PEUGEOT CANT GET ENOUGH DIESEL CARS FOR IRISH MARKET !

A couple of simple figures reveal how the Government is hobbling rather than encouraging electric-car buying.In the Budget it removed a major incentive for businesses to buy electric vehicles.The result is that total EV sales are a mere 100 or so up on last year.That seems to fly in the face of logic, considering the plan is to have one million EVs on the road by 2030. Peugeot executive Colin Sheridan this week summed up the measly increase: “It’s a long way from a million.”Meantime sales of diesels, deemed the demon fuel for so long, have increased significantly for some distributors. Peugeot says it can’t get enough of them. Mr Sheridan said: “We’re being eaten for them.”Many, many people want diesels because nothing else fits their requirements right now, he said.He made his comments as Peugeot rolled out several new cars this week, including some with, or soon to have, a choice of diesel, petrol and electrified powertrains.

Among them was the new 2008SUV .Mr Sheridan said it was impossible for automakers (and consequently buyers) to plan ahead in the face of shifting sands of contradictory government policies and actions.

Such conflicts are going to be thrown into even sharper relief in January when the full brunt of new and higher emissions figures will be unleashed, if nothing is done. There are growing fears car prices will shoot up if the Government doesn’t change VRT bands in the Budget to lessen the impact of the WLTP system.Distributors and buyers need to know what is planned on that front and for future taxation treatment of EVs and PHEVs.

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SIMI AWARD WINNERS

* Our congratulations to the recently chosen winners of prestigious SIMI awards. And a special mention for Professor Denis Cusack who was presented with a special recognition award for his work and commitment to road safety, all down the years. The industry category award winners were: Bodyshop of the Year: Accident Repair Centre (ARC), Dublin 24.

Commercial vehicle operation of the year: Rathcoole Commercials VTC Ltd, Co Dublin.

Franchised sales operation of the year: Hutton and Meade Ltd, Dublin 15.

Franchised after-sales operation of the year: Colm Quinn BMW Galway. Independent sales operation of the year: Green Auto Service, Dublin 18. Independent aftersales operation of the year: Donnellan Auto Services, Co Galway. Motor factor of the year: Parts for Cars, Dublin 6.

Vehicle recovery operator of the year: Hamills Rentals Ltd, Co Westmeath.

* More congratulations are in order - this time to the Tom Harvey Motor Company, Thurles, for winning the Volkswagen commercial vehicles retailer of the year 2019 award.It is for excellence within the Volkswagen commercial vehicles retail network and highlights the contribution in areas such as sales performance, local market share and overall customer experience.It is the highest honour for a Volkswagen commercials’ retailer.

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TOP FIVE ANNOYING PARKING HABITS

Your top five most annoying parking habits are revealed in a new survey. But I’m surprised it discovered that only one-in-10 motorists find parking to be stressful. Going on personal observations I’d have thought it would be much higher. The easytrip survey says it’s just 10pc, so we’ll have to take its word for it.The research also found that 43pc of motorists prefer parallel to perpendicular parking (36pc).

Other people’s most annoying parking habits are:

1. Straddling/hogging two parking spaces (38pc).

2. Parking in a disabled space even though they were not disabled and didn’t have an appropriate sign (27pc).

3. Parking too close to your car (15pc).

4. Being blocked in so you can’t get out of your parking space (5pc).

5. Blocking an entrance so you can’t get into your home or workplace (4pc).

Eddie Cunningham Indo Motoring

EVERYTHING’S COMING UP ROSES! TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER

FAI NATIONAl P.R.O. OF THE YEAR

GREEN DAY IN

THE FITZGERALD STADIUM:

To a generation of a certain age that headline might lead them to think that the US rock band were about to play an outdoor gig in Killarney.

It’s not that but about a different Green who rocked the venue last Sunday. The CBS The Green side enjoyed a thoroughly deserve 4-15 to 1-15 win over St Brendan’s Killarney in the Corn Ui Mhuiri final. This is the Tralee sides first win in the competitions for 17 years but on the day they were by far the better side. Conor Hayes was the big scoring hero on day hitting 3-02. They will now turn their attention to the Hogan Cup with a semi-final up next.

NATIONAL AWARD FOR SHIRLEY:

There were big celebrations in GAA circles and especially in the Kerins O’Rahilly’s club when one of their own was honoured at the Ladies Gaelic Football Association National Volunteer Awards.

Shirley Doody was presented with the Club Committee Officer of the Year Award at a ceremony in Croke Park which was hosted by Marty Morrissey.

Shirley has a long association with the club and especially with the ladies and juveniles and is currently the secretary and PRO for the ladies section.

Administrators, coaches and media were honoured across nine categories at the Awards.

KERINS O’RAHILLYS NEWS;

The u12 Girls continue their preparation for the North Kerry League which will begin on March 24th away to Annascaul. The squad has been training hard and the coaches are happy with the effort being put in by the girls. The u14 girls are also in the final preparation for their County League. A number of the squad were in action with Kerry last weekend where they beat Limerick and Clare in the Munster Championship blitz.

The u16’s train at their usual times this week while the minor and senior coaches for the season have been named as Erris O’Connor, Rory Kerins and Danny Leane. The senior squad are delighted with their new jerseys sponsored by Proplan.

The Gaelic4Teens coaches are looking forward to getting the new programme underway with a fun day out in Abbotstown on April 26th for all participants. The club is also now taking orders for the G4T jerseys.

Any girls not registered are asked to do so as soon as possible.

In Junior News the Juvenile Academy’s last session was at the Kerry Sports Academy last Sunday.

New players are always welcome with the next session on March 1st when outdoor training starts at 11am in Ballyrickard.

The u12’s start their Town League this Sunday at home to Stacks on March 1st at home to Stacks while the 14’s play Mitchels at 11am. The u16’s dates will be confirmed shortly.

The Seniors enjoyed a win over Ballymac in the Town League 4-10 to 0-09. They will be playing Kilcummin in the first round of the Co League on March 8th and 9TH.

STACKS CELEBRATE

There was a great turn-out at The Rock & Rose Victory Social last Saturday night at the Rose Hotel – the highlight of which was the presentation of medals to our Senior and C Team winning footballers, brilliantly hosted as usual by our own Timmy Sheehan. Club Chairman, Billy Ryle’s welcoming speech was another master class where he thanked everyone involved in the organisation of such a brilliant event, as well as all those who received awards on the night. Billy of course paid tribute to the late Seán Murphy whose removal to his native Carlow took place earlier that day.

He also congratulated Tralee CBS on winning the Corn Uí Mhuirí, captained by Seán Quilter and with ten other Club players in its ranks, as well as Tim McMahon, Damien McLoughlin and Alan Duggan who were members of the Management team.

He also thanked Colin Teahon and his company PST Sport who were the Club’s main sponsor for the past eight years and was delighted to welcome Kirby’s Brogue Inn as our new main sponsor for the next three years.

He also thanked those who sponsored the awards on the night (see below) and the many businesses who contributed spot prizes as listed on the Club’s Facebook page.

The Award Winners were – Club Lady of the Year (Carmel QuilterO’Neill), Club Man of the Year (Noel O’Connell), Senior Lady Player of the Year (Jemma O’Connell), Senior C Team Player of the Year – The Charlie Healy Trophy, presented by Charlie’s wife, Ena (David Courtney), Senior B Team Player of the Year – The Jackie Power Trophy – presented by Jackie’s wife, Noreen (Paul Galvin), Senior Team Player of the Year – The Andy McAllen Award (Joseph O’Connor), Best Dressed Lady – sponsored by the INEC, Killarney (Breda O’Callaghan) and Best Dressed Man – sponsored by Celsius Mensware (Jack Morgan).

Finally he paid special thanks to Siobhan Power, Chairperson of

our Social Sub Committee and her team of helpers including Mary McQuinn, Lorraine Scanlon, and Noreen Power who left no stone unturned to make this such a superb event. He also thanked the trojan work done by Elma Nix and Ricky Moloney who organized all the medals for the 42 Senior players and the 48 players on the C Team panel.

PARNELLS NEWS

Members are asked to make sure that they pay their registration as soon as possible and this can be done on-line.

The Spring Academy continues in the Kerry Sports Academy on Friday nights from 7 to 8pm. Players can still join each week. There was a great turn-out for the u12’s and u14’s for their first session on the Astro at the Green CBS. The session takes place over the next 8 weeks. There will be a fun blitz for the u12’s on March 7th.

Members of the club take part in the Park Run every Saturday morning at 9.30am and everyone is invited to join.

ST PAT’S NEWS

There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 14,15,24 and 25 and the next Jackpot on Sunday will be e2,700 with the draw in Skelper Quane’s Bar, There was a great turn out for all the Academies and they will continue this Sunday at the Kerry Sports Academy at the usual times while the u12’s will also train as normal.

The u14’s game in the Tralee Town Board League against Na Gaeil was call off due to an unplayable pitch. They are due to be away to Stacks B this Sunday at 11am.

The rescheduled round 1 game in the Minor Football League against Cordal/Scartaglin had to be called off due to the bad weather we’ve had all week. We will keep you updated when it will take place. However, round 2 games will go ahead this Saturday, the 29th when we play Moyvane/Tarbert at 3.30pm with the venue to be confirmed.

The Seniors will play Gneevguilla at the end of March – start of April in the Junior Premier Club championship. Fossa and Ballyduff are also in the Group.

BALLYMAC NEWS:

Club membership is now open and anyone who has not registered should do so as soon as possible. Members are also asked to note that the main pitch is still closed. The seniors played Rahillys in the last round of the Coiste Tra Li League with the town side taking the win. They will open their Junior campaign against Churchill. Brosna and St Micheals Foilmore are also in the Group.

The minor game was off due to the Schools final and they will play Kilclummin at home this Saturday. There are a number of coaching courses coming up and Stephen O’Brien, the Club Coaching Officer has all the details.

Anyone interested in taking part in any of the Scor age groups should contact the club officer,

The club thanks all those who supported the Church Gate collection last Sunday.

Both u12 teams are in action this Saturday. The Gold play at home

to Na Gaeil The Blues play at 4pm when they travel to Na Gaeil. The u14 game was called off last weekend but they are down to play Austin Stacks this Sunday morning at 11am. Ballymac U10 Boys had a good turn out on Sunday morning at the IT Astro pitch , we did plenty of skills and finished up with a match ,see everyone next Sunday again at the IT Astro pitch. . There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 8,22,24 and 26.

JOHN POTS THE BLACK FOR 100;

There was a big entry in the Tralee Snooker Clubs open tournament and after the days play two local players contested the final with John Ward taking on Nathan O’Brien. In the end it was John that won the decider and took the e100 prize with Nathan winning e50. The final was refereed by Conor O’Brien.

KINGDOM WHEELBLASTERS NEWS;

Fresh from their Kerry Sport Stars Award it was back to action on the court for the Kingdom Wheelblasters. The seniors travelled to Laois with a depleted squad and went down to Ballybrack Bulls.

The Juniors really enjoyed the latest Junior Blitz which was hosted by the Tipperary Warriors. The young stars of the club played 5 games and won 4 on tie breaks! They are really enjoying flying the Kerry flag in the Irish Wheelchair Association Sport Junior Wheelchair Basketball Blitz series. The Wheelblasters Saturday Club also took place with the usual variety of games being played in John Mitchels. The club is always ready for new members so just pop along and see what they do.

SWIMMERS SET FOR MARCH 1ST DIP;

The Tralee Bay Swimming Club are joining with Wild Water Adventures to raise funds for Thelma Caples trip to Uganda as part of an international health team. Thelma was the clubs Best Newcomer in 2019.

Those wishing to take part in the dip in Glanteenassig are asked to meet at the Aqua Dome car-park this Sunday March 1st at 12 noon. Swimmers are asked to bring their wet suit, or these can be provided, warm clothes, rain jacket, hat and gloves. And to warm up bring a flask of tea / coffee and cake which will be enjoyed around the camp

TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER

fire. A donation of e20 will be collected on the day with all the money going to this good cause. Being someone who has always printed the notes from the Swimming Club and have great admiration for how they run their activities it was very disheartening to see the graffiti painted on the changing room in recent weeks. Hopefully now that the outrage was seen this will not happen again. The club works very hard to raise the money it needs every year and does not need to be spending this repainting the walls every couple of weeks.

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY:

The TG4 series Laochra Gael series returns for its 18th series. This series will be an hour-long look at the lives of some of the GAA top sports persons.

The first episode will air on March 5th with Kieran Donaghy career and life story being featured.

AT THE TRACK;

This Friday night at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium it’s the second round of the Greyhound and Pet World Juvenile Classic. On Saturday night there is the regional night for the Spa/Tralee area with the final of the Kingdom Stadium ON2 525 the highlight.

Racing takes place again on Sunday evening with the first of the 8 races off at 6.36pm. The track is also currently taking entries for the John and Mary Killeacle Dowling A1 current 570 yards which starts on Friday March 27th.

ANOTHER WIN FOR GARVEY’S AS SEASON REACHES THE BUSINESS END:

Garvey’s Tralee Warriors will be looking for another home win this Saturday night when they welcome Maree to the Complex at 7.30pm on Saturday night. They are down to their last three games and will want to win all of them.

And while this weekend’s game might not have derby aspect that last Saturday night’s win over Keanes Supervalu Killorglin it is still a vital win and should see another full house.

In the derby game the Warriors had the better of the first quarter and led 16-10 but by half time the sides were level at 35 points each. Keanes then put together an 8-0 run to get a grip on the game but the Warriors closed the gap by the end of the quarter to trail be 3 points 52-49.

The packed complex was now rocking with each set of fans cheering their side on offence and defence. And it was the Warriors with a greater strength in depth and that little bit more experience were the better side in the final quarter. In the end the Tralee side won 8163 which was probably a little harsh on the visitors who missed some chances including from the free throw line. However the Warriors

proved once again that they can go deep into their bench and are all fired up to try and defend their SuperLeague title.

The battle for the title is a two horse race with Garvey’s three points ahead of Belfast Star with both sides having playing 19 games.

For the Warriors Daniel Jokubaitis hit 21 followed by Jon Lawton on 16 and Andre Berry with 14. Player coach Colin O’Reilly and Allan Thomas both hit 20 points for Keanes Killorglin.

GARVEY’S U20’S KNOW SEMIFINAL OPPONENTS:

While the SuperLeague team is garnering much of the headlines the Warriors u20’s are also continuing to make a big name for themselves. They had a comprehensive 22 point win 83-61 over Titans in the Last 8 of the u20 Men’s National League. SuperLeague player Rap Buivydas hit a game high 21 points with Leeroy Odiahi on 14 and Daire Kennelly hitting 12. Next up will be a clash with St Vincents who saw off Ballincollig 79-61 in their quarter final clash. On the other side of the draw Portlaoise Panthers will take on UCD Marian with UCC Demons facing Moycullen.

In a further sign of the strength of underage basketball in Kerry KCYMS Killorglin have reached the Shield semi-final where they will play Fr Mathews while Neptune and Waterford Vikings clash in the other Shield last 4 game.

DOUBLE FOR ST BRENDAN’S ON THE COURT;

Following two weekends of Juvenile action the senior Cup finals in the Kerry Airport Kerry Area Board Basketball took place at the Complex on Sunday. It was a very successful afternoon for St Brendan’s who won back to back finals. First up were the Men in the Division 1 Cup who defeated Caherciveen 87-76 in a cracking game especially in the first half. The sides went basket for basket with the Tralee side leading 26-25 at the end of the first quarter. And they were 10 ahead at the break before Caherciveen bounced back to win the third 21-17.

But the St Brendan’s side again found their range in the fourth with Jason Quirke, Robert O’Sullivan and Simon Mitchell getting vital scores and they went on to take the win. They followed this up with a win in the Men’s Division 2 Cup where their side topped the much coveted 100 point mark hitting 103 to St Mary’s 77.

It was another great day of Kerry Airport KABB basketball with wins as well for St Bridget’s, Horan’s Health Stores Lixnaw and St Joseph’s in the Division 1 Ladies and Division 2 Men’s Shield finals.

JIMMY CURRAN TOURNAMENT ANOTHER BIG SUCCESS; As well as a busy time on the court St Brendan’s were also hosting the U14 Jimmy Curran Memorial Tournament where teams from all over the country came to the Moyderwell Gym with 12 teams in action.

In the Plate final St Anne’s defeated Sligo All Stars, Maree took the Plate with the big final going to St Mary’s Castleisland who just got the better of Tralee Imperials.

STAGES BEING SET FOR CIRCUIT OF KERRY RALLY: There was good news for rally crews from Kerry and beyond with the announcement by the Kerry Motor Club that there will be no interest in entry fees to the Circuit of Kerry.

The Rose Hotel sponsored rally will take place on Sunday April 5th and will be run over 9 stages covering 120km. The stages will be announced at the rally launch but it is known that the famous Desmond’s Grave will be part of the rally plus a spectator stage near Kilflynn.

The 44th version of the rally will be a counting round of a number of series including the Moriarty’s Centra Kingdom of Kerry Rally Championship.

A CALL FOR GRAND NATIONAL MEMORABILIA FROM KERRY HORSE RACING FANS;

This year, the Fairyhouse Easter Festival which runs from Saturday 11 to Monday 13 April, featuring the BoyleSports Irish Grand National, also marks the 150th anniversary of the iconic race which goes to post at 5pm on Easter Monday.

To celebrate this milestone birthday, Fairyhouse Racecourse is putting the call out to racing fans for their Boylesports Irish Grand National 150 memories, stories and memorabilia.

Please call or email the Fairyhouse team with your racing memorabilia to Email: 150@fairyhouse.ie

ARE PLANNING TO STUDY SPORTS JOURNALISM?

NUI Galway has launched a major new Masters programme in Sports Journalism and Communication. The programme is aimed at graduates interested in pursuing a career in sports journalism, as well as in the broader field of sports communication, such as digital content creation, data analysis and strategic consulting.

A unique element of the new programme is that it will also include a strong focus on sports governance, administration and management – key for graduates who are looking to work as sporting professionals in National Governing Bodies.

NUI Galway will work with key stakeholders including national media, sporting organisations and National Governing Bodies to deliver important elements of training. More details on the programme, including application procedures, can be found at www. nuigalway.ie/journalism

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THE GREENS; KERRY PITCH AND PUTT

NEWS:

After ‘Storm Denis’ the previously weekend had put pay to the planned start of the event, the Kerry Inter-Club Matchplay

officially got underway in Castleisland last Sunday where both Deerpark and Newmarket were victorious in the opening round of matches. Both had 6-3 victories over Tralee and Listowel respectively and both also led by 2-1 after the opening doubles matches.

The Deerpark combinations of Hugh O’Sullivan & John Murphy and Ger Casey & Aidan O’Keeffe were successfully over the respective Tralee duos of Jamie Blake & Pa Fitzgibbon along with David Hobbert and John Fitzgerald. Paul O’Shea & Keith O’Brien claimed a win over Deerpark’s Noel Moynihan & Kieran Fitzpatrick to keep them in contention at halfway. Deerpark won four of the six Singles matches though with Declan Kelly, Lorcan Martin, John McGrath and Aidan O’Keeffe winning their games for the Killarney club as Paul O’Shea and Jason Cregan were Tralee’s victors in the other two games. Newmarket meanwhile had wins for the combinations of Alan Dugdale & Willie John Buckley and Ben Newman & Padraig O’Flynn in the doubles over the Listowel combinations of John Heffernan & Kevin McCarron and Richard Bunyan & Dean Harris respectively. Ger Guerin & Jake Shine claimed a point for Listowel with a win over Con Buckley & Jimmy O’Sullivan but Brendan Herlihy, Alan Dugdale, Jimmy O’Sullivan and Ben Newman claimed the Singles points Newmarket needed to make sure of their 6-3 win. Richard Bunyan and Jake Shine were Listowel’s Singles winners in their defeat. Round 2 takes place in Deerpark this Sunday as Castleisland make their debut against Listowel while Tralee will take on Newmarket at the Killarney venue. Doubles pairings are asked to be present for 9.45am and a reminder that the event is dress code.

TRALEE GOLF CLUB; The Qualifying Round of the Castle Bar Spring League played on Saturday was won by Eoghan Galvin. There was another qualifying round on Sunday with John Reen taking first place. The following is the list of teams that have qualified, all matches must be completed by Sunday afternoon 1st March Captains to make contact with their opposition and arrange matches and notify the competition directors;

1 Mike Leahy v 16 Mark Stephenson, 2 Sean Carmody v 15 Raymond Kelly, 3 Brendan Fitzgerald v 14 Domo Lyne, 4 Colm Sheehy v 13 John Paul Enright ,5 Gene Kelly v 12 Derek O Brien ,6 Jim O Connor v 11 John Reen,7 Richard Barrett v 10 John Casey ,8 David Fitzgerald v 9 Tom O Driscoll. In the Ladies Section in the Garvey’s Supervalu Spring League Round 1 the winner was Caroline Sugrue with Margaret O’Donoghue in second and Anne Rafferty 3RD.