CAMP UNITED SOCCER

Camp United are holding a Table Quiz on Friday night 22^nd February in Ashes Pub. Your support will be appreciated.

CAMP TOWN TWINNING

The Annual General Meeting of Camp Town Twinning will be held in the Old School, Camp on Friday, 22^nd  February at 8.00 p.m.  Everybody welcome.

OBITUARY

The tragic death on Thursday last of Vincent Wyles, Aughacasla has plunged the entire area into deep shock and sadness. Vincent was a singer and musician with the “Castle Ramblers”  a new local young and upcoming band, he was a born entertainer taking part in Camp Youth Club Drama productions and even in the last few weeks he took part in the Charity fundraising Mock Wedding in Castle. Vincent is a huge loss to his family, his partner Amy and little son Colm Paul, his mother Breda and sisters Lisa and Anne Marie. He will be sadly missed by his Uncles, Aunts and all his extended family,  his many many friends and the community of Castlegregory and beyond where he was known and loved and where he made a real difference during his all too short life of 25 years on this earth. Sympathy is extended to all the family.  Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a anam dilís.

The death of Catherine “Ciss”  O Donnell,  nee Dowd, London and late of Goulane, Castlegregory occurred in Wimbledon recently.  Catherine’s husband, the late Jimmy “Sand” O Donnell was a native of Slieve Camp and  they both visited regularly down through the years.  Catherine reached the great old age of 97 years.  She was laid to rest in London following Requiem Mass in St. Winifreds Church, Wimbledon.   Sympathy is extended to her daughters Margaret and Bernie and her son John.

60 YEARS YOUNG

Congratulations to Dai Williams who celebrated his 60^th. in Ashes Pub on Friday night. The gentle Welshman had his wish come true on Friday night when many old friends came  to wish him well,  including Ashes darts team of yesteryear,  Johnny Kennedy, Jack Murray,  Peter Moore,  Frankie Herlihy, and John and Susan Fitzpatrick. Dave Frizell, on behalf of all of us presented him with a lovely clock bearing an etching of Ashes Pub and Caherconree done by Christy Deane. Dai was delighted with it, a real keepsake of Camp, where Dai enjoyed a few happy years.   And like the old days, there was a lovely Irish music session lead by Local musician, Kate Mulcahy-Rowlands, Kevin Ryan,  and singer Nora Rice. The party was organised by John and Susan Fitzpatrick, Dai, we’ll be expecting you back for your 70^th,  le Cúnamh Dé.

HAIR HEAVEN

Camp Hairdresser Louise Kelliher celebrated 9 years of Hair Heaven in the village on Friday.

Congratulations Louise and here’s to many many more beautifying  the women of Camp !!

COIST NA N-OG

Registration night for Un8s -Un16s will be held this Sunday, 24th February in Annascaul Community Centre @ 6pm. €30 for one child – €50 for family.   Annascaul Coiste Na nOG are orgaiising a Church Gate collection this weekend 23rd/24th February. All support greatly appreciated.

GAA:

Senior-We suffered our first defeat of the year at the weekend, going down to a strong An Ghaeltacht team, 2-18 to 0-9. In hurricane-like conditions in Gallarus, we started against the wind, which literally pinned us in our first half for the majority of the half. Emmet Kennedy, Genie and the two Lenihans battled hard in the first half yet we were unable to cope with the elements, coupled with good An Ghaeltacht pressure and the scores started to flow against us. Shane Foley and Johnny Deane saw  little of the action,  yet they managed to create a few chances when the ball came their way. Down seventeen points at half time, we had the aid of the wind in the second half. We began well, with Genie leading the charge, kicking five points in the second half. The full forward line benefitted from the huge wind and the long passing, yet while we converted point scoring opportunities, goal chances never materialised. Credit is due to the hosts, they were far fitter than us, even at this early stage of the season. Best for us were Genie, Shane Foley, Emmet Kennedy and Gerard Farrelly. TEAM: Conor Guilfolyle, Andrew Finn, Gareth O Donnell, Paddy Shea, Ger Farrelly, Eamonn Hickson (0-2), Colm Barry, Eamon Lenihan, Ger Lenihan (0-1), Kenneth Quirke, Genie Farrell (0-5), David Clifford, Shane Foley, Emmet Kennedy, Johnny Deane, (0-1) SUBS: Jaime Finn, Declan Lindsey, John Bowler, Daniel O Connell, Jaime Quirke, Shane Scanlon, Eoghan O Neill, Denis O Shea. We are playing in the Paudi O Sé tournament at the weekend, our first game is in Annascaul at 12 on Saturday.       

U14  team –  West Kerry Round 1 Annascaul/Lispole and Gaeltacht met in round 1 of the West Kerry Un14 league in Gallarus last Thursday evening. Our lads turned in a great first half playing some free flowing football at times to lead 3-6 to 0-3 at half time. However with wind advantage in favour of the home side in the second half Gaeltacht rallied well leaving the score 4-11 to 5-6 at the end in our favour. Rian O’Sullivan who score 3-7 was outstanding while Brian Kennedy, Cathal Ferriter, Joe Kennedy and Sean Brosnan also impressed. Fixture this coming week at home to Dingle.

ACAMP NOTES

HIGH ACHIEVEMENT

Congratulations to Jonathan Deane, Beheenagh, Camp  recently awarded  with the Reid Scholarship at Trinity College in recognition of his high achievement in obtaining 615 point in The Leaving Certificate Examination 2012. The  Presentation was made by the Professor Linda Hogan,  Dean of Undergraduate Studies in Trinity College Dublin.

OBITUARY

The death of Catherine  “Ciss”  O Donnell (nee Dowd) of Wimbledon, London and late of Goulane, Castlegregory occurred recently in Wimbledon.   Catherine was predeceased 25 years ago by her husband Jimmy “Sand” O Donnell, of  Slieve, Camp.   Catherine and Jimmy came home regularly over the years and in the summer of 2010 Catherine visited for the last time,  meeting up with friends and family in Camp and Castle.    She reached the wonderful old age of 97 years  and was blessed with good health throughout her long life.  Catherine was laid to rest in London following requiem mass at St. Winifreds Church, Wimbledon. She is survived by her daughters Margaret and Bernie and her son John to whom sympathy is extended.

Sympathy is also extended to Karen Davey, Lougher, Annascaul and England whose mother Joan passed to her eternal reward last week.   Rest In Peace.

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS!

Dai Williams is returning to Camp to celebrate his  60^th birthday. The party will be held in Ashes Pub on Friday next, 15^th. February  starting at 9.00 p.m.  Many of you will remember Dai who worked in ITTralee and lived down Camp Height for many years. Everybody is welcome on Friday night,  in particular  Dai would love to meet all those revellers around Camp with whom he enjoyed the craic in the old days !!

DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING

CPR and Defibrillator refresher training with qualified instructor on Saturday 2nd March in the Old School, Camp  from  3 p.m. to  4.00 p.m.  All welcome.

TAEKWON-DO

Taekwon – Do classes for children are held every Monday evening in camp Old School. The children are really enjoying the fun and games, while learning such an important life skill.
There are two classes for different age groups. Age 4-6 starts at 4pm-4:45pm  Age 7-12 starts at 5pm-6pm. If anyone would like further details please contact Barry O Connor on 087 9837252
YOGA

Mondays, 6.30 p.m. gentle slow paced yoga at Camp Old School. Wear layers of comfortable clothes. Contact Sarah – 0871637872.

DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING

CPR and Defibrillator refresher training with qualified instructor on Saturday 2nd March in the Old School, Camp  from  3 p.m. to  4.00 p.m.  All welcome.

MIKEY O DONNELL DARTS MEMORIAL

The final of the Mikey O Donnell Darts Memorial will be played off  in The Junction Bar, Camp on Friday 8^th. February.   The tournament commenced in Bolands Bar, Castlegregory last Friday night and great darts were played all round, indeed a fitting tribute to young Mikey O Donnell R.I.P. who loved his game of Darts.    All welcome at The Junction Bar on Friday night.

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION INVITE !

Dai Williams is returning to Ashes Pub in Camp to celebrate his  60^th birthday on Friday, February 15th. starting at 9.00 p.m.    Many of you will remember Dai who worked in ITTralee and lived down Camp Height for many years.   Everybody is welcome to the party  and  in particular  Dai would love to meet all those revellers around Camp with whom he enjoyed the craic in the old days !!

IFA

The  AGM of The Kerry Irish Farmers Association elected Sean Brosnan to serve as Chairman of the organisation for the next 4 years in The Manor West Hotel, Tralee on Monday night.    It was a tight contest with Kenny Jones, Tralee and Pat O Driscoll of Valentia putting in a huge performance.    Pat O Shea, Castlegregory  Treasurer IFA Kerry presided over the election.    James McCarthy, Currow, Castleisland,  outgoing Chairman was praised for his great work during his 4 year term.  Justin McCarthy newly appointed Editor of The Irish Farmers Journal led a lively discussion on farming issues,  the CAP agreement and cuts in subsidies and other developments in farming being top of the agenda on the night !

ANNASCAUL GAA

The senior team will play Castlegregory in the West Kerry League this coming Saturday in Annascaul. The game is provisionally fixed for 2.00pm.  In other GAA news, Jason Hickson and James Crean are impressing with the Kerry Under-21’s so far this year, scoring 0-5 and 1-3 respectively in a recent challenge game.  Let’s hope they can continue their good form and make the panel for the Munster clash against Cork on March 13th.

CANCER FUNDRAISER FOR RECOVERY HAVEN AND KERRY CORK HEALTH LINK

Sigerson Legends Football Cancer fundraising challenge will take place on Friday 15^th February at 7.30. P.M. in Austin Stacks Park Tralee. The game will feature the current I.T. Tralee Sigerson team taking on a selection of the three in a row I.T. Tralee Sigerson Cup winning team of the 1990’s and guests. The legends team includes Padraig Joyce from Galway, Kerry legends Maurice Fitzgerald, Seamus Moynihan, Darragh O’ Se and Mike Frank Russell. Come along for a great night’s entertainment in aid of two cancer charities who help so many patients and families through difficult times. Tickets to the game are priced at only 5 (five)  Euros, with children under 16 free. Tickets available in Garvey’s Supervalu, and Horan’s Fruit/Veg stores countywide, and from your local GAA club secretary.

TAEKWON-DO

Taekwon – Do classes for children are held every Monday evening in camp Old School. The children are really enjoying the fun and games, while learning such an important life skill.
There are two classes for different age groups.
Age 4-6 starts at 4pm-4:45pm
Age 7-12 starts at 5pm-6pm.
If anyone would like further details please contact Barry O Connor on 087 9837252