Club News – Clubforce

18th October 2011

CROTTA LOTTO JACKPOT HITS 4,000
The four numbers picked out of the drum for the Crotta hurling club’s weekly lottery draw with a Jackpot of €3,800, by Independent Observer: Catherine Lenn, Adfert were: 6,16, 23 and 24 on Monday Night 17th October, in Herber‘s Bar, Kilflynn. There was No Jackpot winner. The Lucky dip prizes winner each receives €35: Annette Nolan, The Waterfall, Kilflynn, Son Egan, Garrynagore, Abbeydorney, Jimmy Lawlor, Tullacrimmin. The next draw will take place in Parker‘s Pub, Kilflynn on Monday 24th October with a Jackpot of 4,000. 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 www.crottagaa.ie or www.locallotto.ie.

RETIREMENT MASS & FUNCTION FOR PRINCIPAL
Francis White is retiring from his post as principal of St.Teresa’s national school, Kilflynn at the end of the month.
To mark the occasion, mass will be offered in St. Mary’s Church, Kilflynn at 11.00 a.m. on Friday 28th October followed by a social gathering in the school. All pupils past and present and their families are invite to attend.

Shane Nolan receives the Garveys SuperValu County Senior Hurling Championship Final Man of the award from Kerry County board Chairman Jerome Conway, also pictured in Kevin McCarthy(Garveys SuperValu)

CROTTA HURLERS
Well done to the O’Neills Crotta Senior hurlers who played their hearts out in the Garveys SuperValu County Senior Hurling Championship Final on Austin Stack Park, Tralee, on Sunday October 16th , despite losing to Ballyduff 2-11 to 0-15, and will be around for many years to come. Remember that Crotta’s median age is only 25 so there is plenty hurling left in them yet! Lads ye did yourselves, your supporters and your club very proud on Sunday. Congratulations to Crotta’s Shane Nolan who received the Man of the Match award, scored an incredible 0-13 of his side’s total!. Shane became the first recipient to receive the award from the beating team.
Crotta panel: Sean Twomey, David Galvin, Philip Twomey, Tom B McElligott, Darren Twomey, Andrew Keane, Pa Quille, Cyril Lynch, Richard Nolan, Matt Lynch, Mike Lynch, Sean Weir, Ian McCarthy, David Carney and Shane Nolan.
Subs: Paul Costello for R Nolan (29), Eoin O’Sullivan for D Carney (45), Tom Cronin for I McCarthy (51), Jack Twomey for C Lynch (53), Eoin Lynch, Paul Culhane, Brendan Culhane, Keith Hanafin, Francis Keane, Alan Leen, Eoin O’Sullivan, Darragh McAuliffe
Shane McAuliffe, J.P Mc Elligott, Diarmuid McKenna and Tom Quille. Crotta Scorers: Shane Nolan 0-13 (0-11 frees), Cyril Lynch 0-01 and Ian McCarthy 0-01. Congratulations to Ballyduff, also congrats to Ardfert minor hurlers who captured the minor title.
Thanks to the backroom team of Wayne Murphy (Physical Trainer) Selectors: Paddy Williams (Manager), John Shanahan, Arthur Spring, Andrew Keane, Jerome O‘Sullivan. Physio: Trudy Ryan First aid Helena Brennan. Also a big to thanks goes to our fantastic and loyal supporters. See match report and photos in the sports section.

KILFLYNN CLASSES
Burn fat, tone up, get fit, relieve stress and enjoy a healthier happier lifestyle with these total body variety workout classes
Circuit Classes: 6 week course every Tuesday starting October 25th from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 8:30 to 9:30 pm.
Bootcamp Classes: 6 week course every Saturday starting November 5th from 11:00 to 12:00 pm. New ‘Women’s aerobic box and kick fit’ classes:
6 week course starting Saturday November 5th from 12:15 to 1:00 pm.
Location: St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn Village. Cost: €45 for one course or €80 if attending two courses!!! Instructor: Wayne Murphy
Fitness Professional B.Sc. Honours. GP Exercise Referral Consultant HSE
For further information contact: 086 088 3595 or email waynemurphy01@live.ie

At St. Columbas Centre, on Thursday night, 13th October, Shannow Brownies bade farewell to Anna Carmody, Megan McCarthy and Stella McElligott who are moving on to Guides. Their had a ‘Flying Up ‘ ceremony with the Brownies sending them up to join Guides and they were welcomed into their new Guide Company by Áine, Emily, Olivia and Sarah , former Shannow Brownies. Photo: Clive Putman.

SCHOOL MEETING
Kilflynn National School Parents Association meeting on Thursday night at 8.00p.m in the school. All families please send a representative, all welcome, for tea/coffee and chat.

ACTIVE RETIRED GROUP
A meeting for the Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired Group will be held in the Community Hall, Abbeydorney on Wed. next, 19th October. commencing at 1.00p.m. A meal will be served, followed by entertainment. Transport for anyone requiring it can be arranged. Contact Noreen at 7135831.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH NEWS
On Wednesday 19th October, Mass will be celebrated at 10.00 a.m. Mass will be celebrated at 6.30 p.m. on Saturday 22nd October and on Sunday morning 23rd October at 10.00 a.m. for People of the parish. Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament:-Kilflynn: Monday 6.00 p.m. – 9.00p.m. Eucharistic Ministers: Vigil, Saturday: Eileen Hannon, Sunday morning: Mary Fuller. Readers: Vigil, John Flaherty, Sunday Morning: Leen Family. To book masses, baptisms etc please phone 066 7135146.
Kilflynn Altar Society for October: Maureen Weir and Breda Condon.

CROTTA COISTE NA NOG NEWS
Well done to Crotta U15 hurlers team who took part in the Tom Healy Tournament in Abbeydorney last Friday evening, 14th October. They are a very young team and although they lost their four matches they played well overall. All bar one player are under again next year. Thanks to Denis Mahony for looking after this team.
Crotta U12 team lost their unbeaten run in Phase two of the U12 County League last Friday evening, 14th October in Dromakee. They were beaten by Causeway on a scoreline of Causeway 1-09 Crotta 2-04. A few of the older players on the team under performed on the evening which made the task really difficult. On a positive note the performances of two young players namely Pauiric Shanahan in defence and Sean Murnane in attack bode well for the future. Scorers for Crotta Sean Murnane 1-02 Barry Mahony 1-01 Dominic Nolan 0-01.

WEEKLY DARTS
John Byrnes and J.P Twomey defeated Tim O’Halloran and Declan Falvey, in the weekly darts doubles tournament final in Parkers lounge bar, Kilflynn on Saturday night 15th October. The next darts doubles tournament takes place on Saturday 22nd October at 10.30 p.m. in the snug bar.

SHANNOW BROWNIES
Last Thursday night, 13th October, Shannow Brownies bade farewell to Anna Carmody, Megan McCarthy and Stella McElligott who are moving on to Guides. We had a ‘Flying Up ‘ ceremony with the Brownies sending them up to join Guides and they were welcomed into their new Guide Company by Áine, Emily, Olivia and Sarah , former Shannow Brownies. Thanks to the parents who attended for the ceremony. We also welcomed six new Brownies. They moved up from Shannow Ladybirds.
On Saturday next, October 22nd we travel to the Green Glens in Millstreet for SouthWest Madness where we will join Ladybirds, Brownies, Guides and Senior Branch from Cork, Kerry and Waterford for a day of fun.
We are coming to the end of our Centenary year and we wish to thank all our parents for their great support throughout it. The girls have attended quite a number of events at local, district, regional and national level and have had a great year with lots of memories.

VICTORY FOR KILFLYNN N.S FOOTBALLERS
Congratulations and well done to Kilflynn National School football team on winning the St Brendan’s Board section of Cumann Na mBunscoil, on Wednesday 12th October, in Spa pitch, Fenit . The School last won this title 12 years ago and the majority of this team were not even born. All members of the panel played their part in the lead up to the final. Ryan Ward was brilliant in the back and the midfield pairing of Jeaic McKenna(who was outstanding throughout) and Darragh O’Donoghue kept the scorer in chief Barry Mahony supplied with plenty of ball. Scorers Barry Mahony(2-03) Darragh O’Donoghue(2-00)Darragh Murnane(1-00). Well done to Master White and Brendan Mahony who look after the team. Kilflynn will now play Divisional winners from West Kerry.

ABBEYDORNEY BADMINTON
Registration night for Juveniles will take place on Thursday 20th October at 8.00 p.m. in the Abbeydorney Community Hall.

GET WELL
The Committee, players, parents and supporters of Crotta Coiste na nOg would like to wish our Chairman Sonny Egan a return to full health after his recent accident.

SHANNOW FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE
AA MEETINGS –Every Wednesday night from 8pm to 10pm.
AL ANON MEETINGS – Every Monday night from 8pm to 10pm.
COUNSELLING The Shannow Family Resource Centre counselling service offers low cost, confidential counselling. Please telephone us on 066 71 98018. We will take your first name and telephone number and the counsellor will phone you back.
PARENT AND TODDLER/BABY GROUP: Every Tuesday and Friday, 10.30am to 12 noon.
UPCOMING COURSES
• Over 55’s Art & Craft – 6 week course starts Thursday 13th October, 7-9pm
• Mens Group – next meeting Monday 17th October at 7.30pm
• Parenting Plus Younger Years (for parents of children aged 0-6 years) – 6 weeks – starts Tuesday 8th November from 7 to 9pm.
• Cookery for Coeliacs – 3 week course – starts Tuesday 8th November from 7 to 9pm.
• Parenting plus Programme (for parents of children aged 6 – 11 years) – will run subject to demand.
Please book early as places are limited
For further information or if you have any ideas of courses or groups you would like to see running in the area, please contact Cathy, Helen or Claire on 066 7198018

BEST OF LUCK TO THE O’NEILLS CROTTA SENIOR HURLERS
AND THEIR MANAGEMENT IN THE COUNTY FINAL AGAINST BALLYDUFF
ON SUNDAY 16th OCTOBER.

11th Cctober 2011

COUNTY HURLING FINAL
All roads lead to Austin Stack Park, Tralee, on this Sunday October 16th for the
Garveys Supervalue County Senior Hurling Championship final, as O’Neills Crotta take on Ballyduff in the club showpiece final.
The clash, which throws in at 3.30pm at Austin Stack’s Park is expected to attract a large crowd to the Tralee venue.
O‘Neills Crotta, will be looking to land the County Championship title and bridge a 43 year gap, while currant Champions Ballyduff, will be looking for their 23rd crown.
Good Luck to the lads in Green in Red and their management team as they hope to bring back the County title for the first time since 1968. Come out and support the team on the day. The last occasion these teams met in the County Final was on Sunday 29th 0ctober 1972 when Ballyduff came out on top on a scoreline of 2 – 09 to 0 – 07. Crotta was captained by Brendan Twomey. In the curtain raiser game, Ballyheigue and Ardfert will contest the Keanes Supervalu Killorglin Minor Hurling final at 1.15 p.m.
Best of luck to Crotta hurlers, John Quilter and Jeaic McKenna who play on the North Kerry primary school game against South Kerry at 1.45p.m
Radio Kerry will broadcast the County Senior Hurling Championship final on Sunday in association with Brennan’s Licensed Hauliers Kilflynn.

COMMUNITY ALERT A.G.M
The Abbeydorney/ Kilflynn Community Alert group will hold their AGM on Tuesday 18th October 2011, at 8pm. There has been a change of venue it was previously advertised for the Columbus Centre Kilflynn but is now been held in the Shannow Family Resource Centre, Abbeydorney. All are welcome to attend.

ABBEYDORNEY GOLF SOCIETY
The society will hold an outing to Newcastle West Golf Club, Ardagh on Saturday, next the 15th Oct. The tee is booked from 11:30am to 12:45pm. Further details can be got from Tom McNeice 086-3263111 or Sandy Egan 087-2741601 or Michael Barry 086-2571230.

DANCING IN KILFLYNN
Dancing from 9.00 p.m every Monday nights in St. Columbas Centre, Kilflynn. Plenty of fun and exercise guaranteed. All welcome.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH NEWS
On Wednesday 12th October, Mass will be celebrated at 10.00 a.m. Mass will be celebrated at 6.30 p.m. on Saturday 15th October for Maurice Hockley, Laccamore, Kilflynn and on Sunday morning 16th October at 10.00 a.m. Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament:-Kilflynn: Monday 6.00 p.m. – 9.00p.m. Eucharistic Ministers: Vigil, Saturday: Joan Hussey, Sunday morning: John Cashell. Readers: Vigil, Catherine Nolan, Sunday Morning: Josephine Lynch. To book masses, baptisms etc please phone 066 7135146.
Kilflynn Altar Society for October: Maureen Weir and Breda Condon.

PREMIERE
‘Pilgrim Hill’ will Premiere at the Tintean Theatre Ballybunion on Friday October 14th at 8pm. It highlights the life of a bachelor Farmer and his struggles in rural Ireland. This is Gerard Barretts first full length film following the success of ‘The Valley of Knockanure’. The film was shot on location in Brosna, Ballylongford and Athea. All welcome. €10.

KINGDOM FITNESS
Fitness classes in Ballyheigue Community Centre every Monday Night from 7.30pm – 8.30pm and every Wednesday Night from 8pm – 9pm. Everyone welcome.

BONUS BALL
Oisin Hannon, Lyreacrompane, won The Crotta Coiste na nOg hurling club bonus ball draw, in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Saturday night 8th October. Oisin’s lucky number was 3. A line can be purchased in Parker’s Pub and Herbert’s Bar, at a cost of €2 per week, winners receive €50.

WEEKLY DARTS
Paud Twomey defeated Phil Morris, in the weekly darts singles tournament final in Parkers lounge bar, Kilflynn on Saturday night 8th October. John Leahy and Eileen Breenan were top scorers on the night with 140 and received prizes from Tim O’Halloran, Master Butcher, Kilmoyley. The next darts doubles tournament takes place on Saturday 15th October at 10.30 p.m. The best of luck on County Senior hurling final day to Parker’s Dart players Shane Nolan, Eoin Lynch, their Crotta team mates and their management team. C’mom Crotta.

LIXNAW GOLF SOCIETY
The society had an outing to Newcaslewest ( Ardagh ) recently and the results were as follows . In first place was Mick Devaney (16 ) with 35 pts. , followed by Eddie Enright (21 ) with 33 pts. ,while third and fourth places went to Mundy Hayes (19 ) with 31 pts. and Gary Hogan (13 ) with 29 pts. The Front Nine was won by Patrick Walsh (23 ) with 16 pts. and the Back Nine was won by Nealie Sullivan (12 ) with 16 pts. Last Saturday , society members and their guests travelled to Dooks Golf Club to play in Tom Lynch’s President’s Prize outing . Tom’s prize was won by Fergus Fitzmaurice (14 ) with 37 pts . In second place was Patrick Walsh ( 23 ) with 33 pts. , while Mick Devaney (17 ) had 32 pts. an third place . Mick Fuller (20 ) had 31 pts. in fourth place , while fifth and sixth places were filled by our President Tom Lynch (21 ) with 31 pts. and Gerald Griffin (17 ) with 29 pts. Nealie Sullivan (12 ) won the Past Presidents prize with 32 pts. , while Sean Coughlan (15 ) won the Guest Prize with 29 pts . Eddie Enright (21 ) had a score of 15 pts. when winning the Front Nine , while Angela Fahy (21 ) won the Back Nine with 15 pts . also . The presentation of prizes for these outings will take place on Nov . 5th , the date of our final outing of the year at Tralee Golf Club

HERBERTS BAR
Best wishes to the Crotta senior panel and selectors in next Sunday’s county final from all the Herbert family.

RAMBLING HOUSE
The Rambling House at Sheehans Thatched House in Finuge Is back again on Friday night 14th October at 9pm. Singers Musician’s Story Telling. All welcome. Light Refreshments served

CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS
The four numbers picked out of the drum for the Crotta hurling club’s weekly lottery draw with a Jackpot of €3,800, by Independent Observer: Mercedes Kennedy, Ballyconnell, Kilflynn were: 4,17, 20 and 26 on Monday Night 10th October, in Parker‘s Pub. There was No Jackpot winner. The Lucky dip prizes winner each receives €35: Anne Falvey, Ballyrehan, Lixnaw, Magaret Shanahan, Abbeydoreny and Frank Donovan, Abbeydorney P.O. The next draw will take place in Herbert‘s Bar, Kilflynn on Monday 17th October with a Jackpot of 3,900. 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 www.crottagaa.ie or www.locallotto.ie. Best of luck to the Crotta senior hurling panel and their backroom team who play Ball duff in the county final on this Sunday.

FINUGE CCE
Registration for membership of Finuge CCE will continue on Wednesday nights until 19th October at the Thatched House in Finuge. Everyone welcome! Music lessons and singing lessons currently taking place and new participants are welcome.

FITNESS CLASSES
Fitness classes for males over 25 years off age have now commenced in St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn, every Wednesday evening from 6.15 pm to 7.15 pm these classes aim to increase
Fitness, flexability. co-ordination. lose weight. in a friendly atmosphere where everyone is equal. places are limited for details contact .Mike at 087-6554691

CUMANN NA MBUNSCOIL
Kilflynn National School football team have qualified for the Cuman na mBunscoil Final thanks to two comprehensive wins against Fenit and Ballyheighue. The Final is provisionally fixed for today(Wednesday). Venue and time not known at time of going to press.

CROTTA COISTE NA NOG NEWS
The Crotta U12 team travelled to Kilgarvan last Sunday morning, 9th October and were fortunate enough to maintain their unbeaten record. It was a tough physical battle in misty conditions and it wasn’t going to be an easy match as we had seen that Kilgarvan were very good two years ago U10. Crotta had a narrow one point lead at half time thanks to a Dominic Nolan goal which was deflected past the Kilgarvan keeper. Dominic also pointed a free after he was fouled himself. Barry Mahony pointed from play and a free in that first half as well. Half Time Crotta 1-03 Kilgarvan 0-05. The arrival of Jeaic McKenna seemed to steady the ship and Dominic Nolans switch to midfield to partner him gave Crotta more dominance around that sector. Barry Mahony was dominating thehalf back line and this provided a spring board for Crotta attacks. It was score for score throughout that second half but when Kilgarvan took a two point lead another deflected goal following a free by Mahony put the lads in Green and Red apoint to the good. Darragh O’Donoghue was coming more in to the game and he scored a goal and a point to increase Crotta’s lead. Kilgarvan fought back and went a point up with four mins remaining. However Barry Mahony kept his nerve with two long range frees to score two points to give Crotta victory. Paudie Randles was referee for the match and was fair throughout. John Quilter Barry Mahony Dominic Nolan Jeaic McKenna and Darragh o’Donoghue were best for Crotta on the day. Panel as follows John Quilter Brian o’Connell Darragh Murnane Barry Mahony(1-03) Darragh Behan Adam o’Sullivan Donal Hunt Darragh O’Donoghue(1-01) Sean Murnane Aaron Murnane Doninic Nolan(1-02) Pairic Shanahan Eamonn Shanahan Jeaic McKenna.
Crotta U12 team will now play Causeway in a top of the table clash this Friday evening in Dromakee at 5.30pm. We wish Donal Hunt a speedy recovery from a hand injury sustained in Kilgarvan. We wish our Senior team all the best in Sunday’s County Final and we ask all Underage players to wear the Club colours on Sunday.

SHANNOW FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE
AA MEETINGS –Every Wednesday night from 8pm to 10pm.
AL ANON MEETINGS – Every Monday night from 8pm to 10pm.
COUNSELLING The Shannow Family Resource Centre counselling service offers low cost, confidential counselling. Please telephone us on 066 71 98018. We will take your first name and telephone number and the counsellor will phone you back.
PARENT AND TODDLER/BABY GROUP: Every Tuesday and Friday, 10.30am to 12 noon.
UPCOMING COURSES
• Over 55’s Art & Craft – 6 week course starts Thursday 13th October, 7-9pm
• Mens Group – next meeting Monday 17th October at 7.30pm
• Parenting Plus Younger Years (for parents of children aged 0-6 years) – 6 weeks – starts Tuesday 8th November from 7 to 9pm.
• Cookery for Coeliacs – 3 week course – starts Tuesday 8th November from 7 to 9pm.
• Parenting Childrens Programme (for parents of children aged 6 – 11 years) – will run subject to demand.
Please book early as places are limited
For further information or if you have any ideas of courses or groups you would like to see running in the area, please contact Cathy, Helen or Claire on 066 7198018

4th October 2011

NORTH KERRY TITLE FOR CROTTA U-14 HURLERS
Congratulations and well done to the Crotta U14 team who won the Michael Hennessy Memorial trophy on Monday evening, 4th October in Lerrig. Crotta beat Causeway in another pulsating match. The first match ended in a draw but at the end of 60 mins of hurling Crotta triumphed on the scoreline of Crotta 2-11 Causeway 2-05.
The saying goes that you have to lose a final to really appreciate a championship win, but this victory was all the more sweeter as this current panel of players had lost in three finals previously at U12(two) and U13. This team had an U10 ‘B’ and u12 ‘B’ trophies to their name. The point I am trying to make is that with great commitment from Players, Coaches, Parents and all committee members of the club anything is possible. In two years these lads have turned in to a really solid, skilful bunch of players.
The match started where it had ended last week with two teams giving their all. Darragh Regan pointed a thirty metre free to open the scoring. Causeway equalised shortly after and then David Behan scored a marvellous point after he had fashioned an opening for himself. Regan again pointed from a free but Causeway hit back with a point from a placed ball. That pointed free was Crotta’s last score of the half whereas Causeway pointed from play and before that, scored a fortuitous goal. A shot that Goalkeeper Brandon Conway had covered but it took a wicked deflection to end up in the opposite corner of the net. The five minutes before half time yielded no score and Crotta went in at half time having the majority of the play but trailing on the scoreline of Crotta 0-03 Causeway 1-03.
The second half was only five minutes old and Crotta had reduced the deficit to a single point. The introduction of Cathal Keane was to prove a turning point as he scored a point immediately, and seemed to jizz up the rest of the attack. David Behan was storming into the game at mid field and gathering allot of breaking ball which he was putting to good use. Adrian Mahony was proving to be a pivotal player and his driving runs and all round power play was forcing Causeway on the back foot. Anything that did pass him was immediately mopped up by the outstanding duo Barry Mahony and Darragh Ryan. The forwards who constantly were re jigged by the mentors were really starting to put moves together and causing the Causeway backs all sorts of problems. Mid way through the second half Crotta lead by 1-07 to 1-03. The crucial score came from Colin Browne who had a great match. He grabbed a high ball from a Jordan Conway who was very influential throughout the second half, and sent it towards goal and his shot deceived the Causeway keeper. Another point from the influential Keane plus two massive Darragh Regan points from play left Crotta leading by 1-09 to 1-05. Then the score that clinched the win was when a shot by Browne was saved by the Causeway keeper only to be finished by the in rushing Cathal Keane. Causeway did manage to pull a goal back to bring the margin to four points but this Crotta team was not going to be beaten and two points from play by the ever improving Raymond Nolan and substitute Cathal Keane stretched the lead to six. Shortly after referee John Ross blew the final whistle. Joyous scenes greeted the final whistle and it was great to see so many supporters following the team. When Crotta needed the lift they got great support from the stand. As well as the above mentioned all players played their part. Tom Quinlan Gearoid Galvin and Dylan McElligott all had their moments. Panel as follows Brandon Conway Dylan McElligott Darragh Ryan(Capt) Barry Mahony Darragh Kennelly Adrian Mahony Gearoid Galvin David Behan(0-01) Tom Quinlan Darragh Regan(0-04)Colin Browne(1-02) Bill Keane Raymond Nolan(0-01)Jordan Conway Sean O’Donoghue Cathal Keane(1-03)Dominic Nolan Brian O’Connell Shane O’Neill Adam O’Sullivan John Quilter Donnacha Brosnan Sean Cremin Darragh Dineen Jamie O’Sullivan. This panel has beaten Lixnaw and Causeway(two of the best U14 teams in the County) on their way so no one can begrudge them this win. After the game, North Kerry Coiste na nOg, Secretary Gerard Hannafin,
presented The Michael Hennessy Memorial trophy to Crotta’s victories captain, Darragh Ryan. Well done to the Causeway team and their mentors who very sporting during and after the game.

ACTIVE RETIRED GROUP
A Social Evening for the Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired Group will be held in the Community Hall, Abbeydorney on Wednesday, 5th October. commencing at 1.00p.m. A meal will be served., followed by entertainment. Transport for anyone requiring it can be arranged. Contact Noreen at 7135831.

CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS
The four numbers picked out of the drum for the Crotta hurling club’s weekly lottery draw with a Jackpot of €3,700, by Independent Observer: Kevin Galvin, Ballyrehan, Lixnaw were: 8,14, 18 and 23 on Monday Night 3rd October, in Herbert‘s Bar. There was No Jackpot winner. The Lucky dip prizes winner each receives €35: Eoin Lynch, Tullig, Kilflynn,Joan and Mike C/o Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn and Jerome O’Sullivan, Crotta Cross. The next draw will take place in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Monday 10th October with a Jackpot of 3,800. 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 www.crottagaa.ie or www.locallotto.ie.

MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP
Abbeydorney/Crotta Minor hurlers were defeated by Ballyheigue, in the Keanes SuperValu Killorglin County Minor Hurling Championship semi final played in Austin Stack Park on Saturday afternoon 1st October on final score line of Ballyheigue 0-15 to Abbeydorney 0-11. It took Ballyheigue until the 43rd minute to hit the front against a gallant Abbeydorney/Crotta side, who led by 0-6 to 0-4 at half time. The Crotta hurling was well represented on the Abbeydorney/Crotta team by Tom B McElligott (Full back), Jack Sheehan (corner forward) and Thomas McElligott, Kilflynn village came on as sub. well done lads. See match report and photos in the sports section.

FIT BALL
An Energetic fit ball workout using weights and ballet barre moves to target your glutes and core while lengthening and strenghing your arms and legs to dancers physics with Ruth Melvin, a teacher with over 20 years working in the fitness industry. Venue: St. Columbus Centre, Kilflynn On: Every Wednesday and Friday nights from 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. To book your place Contact Maureen on 087 9893847

CROTTA MERCHANDISE
There was great demand for Crotta hurling club merchandise last week, so if you want any Crotta merchandise for the county final, Jerseys, hoodies, t- shirts, hats ,flags etc. please contact Annette Nolan on 087 9113171 Johnny Hannon on 087 4141641 and Mike Parker on 087 9794541. Or Maura O’Connell for underage gear on 087 9049938 now.

HERBERTS BAR
Live music next Sunday evening 9th of Oct. with local favourites The Millsiders.

CROTTA COISTE NA NOG
Vote of Sympathy: Crotta Coiste na nOg would like to offer our sincere sympathy to Donal ‘Butch’ leen and the Leen Family Ardfert on the death of Hannah. The Leen Family are great Crotta Supporters and may Hannah rest in peace.

BAG PACKING
The Crotta Coiste na nOg hurling club would like to thank Dunnes Stores in the Horan Centre, Tralee for allowing us to bag pack there last Saturday October 1st.
The day was a great success and we raised vitally needed funds which contribute towards the running costs of Bord Na Nog. Thanks to all the bag packers, anyone who donated and the management of the Horan Centre. That was our last bag pack for 2011 so thanks again to anyone who helped in anyway with our bag packing during the year, your help is appreciated.

CUMANN NA MBUNSCOIL
Kilflynn National School won their first match in the football league last Wednesday on a scoreline of Kilflynn 5-09 Abbeydorney 2-04. Scorers Sean Murnane (2-02) Barry Mahony (1-03) Darragh O’Donoghue(1-02) Daniel O’Rourke(1-00)Jeaic Mc Kenna (0-02)

SEPTEMBER 82
The staging of the smash hit play September 82 ( a tribute to the greatest Kerry team) comes to St Johns Theatre and Arts Centre in Listowel on November 11th 12th and 13th at 8 pm each night. Tickets €15

BONUS BALL
Gerald Byrnes, Garrynagore, Lixnaw won The Crotta Coiste na nOg hurling club bonus ball draw, in Parker’s Pub, Kilflynn on Saturday night 1st October. Gerald’s lucky number was 3. A line can be purchased in Parker’s Pub and Herbert’s Bar, at a cost of €2 per week, winners receive €50.

SYMPATHY
The People of The Kilflynn area and beyond were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Hannah May LEEN, (née Lyne) of Station Road, Ardfert, at Kerry General Hospital on Wednesday, 28th September. We offer our sincere sympathies to her husband, Donal, to her Sons, Edward, Gerard, Danny, Thomas, Michael, John Paul and Joseph, to her daughters, Siobhan and Catherine, grandchildren, brother, sisters, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, uncle, aunts, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and many friends. May she rest in peace.

ABBEYDORNEY GOLF SOCIETY
The Society took part along with 7 other societies in the annual North Kerry Inter –Society competition in Killorglin last Saturday . Each society was represented by a 10 person team and Abbeydorney finished a very creditable third just missing out on second place by 1 shot. Well done to all who played.
The society’s next outing is to Newcastle West Golf Club, Ardagh on Sat 15th Oct with the tee reserved from 11:30am to 12:45 pm

WEEKLY DARTS
Phil Morris defeated Richard Parkinson , in the weekly darts singles tournament final in Parkers lounge bar, Kilflynn on Saturday night 24th September. And J.P Twomey and Paddy Weir defeated Declan Falvey and Stephen Twomey in the weekly darts doubles tournament final on Saturday night 1st October in Parkers snug. The next darts doubles tournament takes place on Saturday 8th October at 10.30 p.m.

LIXNAW GOLF SOCIETY
Society members will travel to Dooks on this Saturday to play for the President’s Prize . All members should make a special effort to play for Tom Lynch’s prize on this fine course . This will be a Singles Stableford competition and the first tee will be reserved from 10.00 – 11.30 . The presentation of prizes for this outing and the recent outing at Ardagh will take place on November 5th at The Railway Bar, Lixnaw.

VINTAGE DAY IN CASTLEMAINE
Castlemaine vintage day, dog show (dog fancy dress) and live duck racing and lots more on Sunday 9th oct from 12-5pm in Community Sportsfield. An enjoyable day out for all the family. Inquiries 085- 8106440.

DANCING IN KILFLYNN
Dancing from 9.00 p.m every Monday nights in St. Columbas Centre, Kilflynn. Plenty of fun and exercise guaranteed. All welcome.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH NEWS
On Wednesday 5th October, Mass will be celebrated at 10.00 a.m. Mass will be celebrated on Friday night 7th October at 7.00 p.m. for first Friday, Mass will be celebrated at 6.30 p.m. on Saturday 15th October for Denis Lynch, Clounafineela, Kilflynn and on Sunday morning 9th October at 10.00 a.m. Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament:-Kilflynn: Monday 6.00 p.m. – 9.00p.m. Eucharistic Ministers: Vigil, Saturday: Margaret Browne, Sunday morning: Jerome O‘Sullivan. Readers: Vigil, Maureen Culhane, Sunday Morning: Paul O’Donoghue. To book masses, baptisms etc please phone 066 7135146.

THANKS
Irish Pilgrim Trust Gate collection amounted to €620. Thanks to all who contributed and those who collected.