Local News 19th September

COMMUNITY COUNCIL CARDS
FIRST and second prize with 9 games each was divided between Jim Langan and Peggy Lynch and Jim Lynch and David O’Connor. Two table prizes were won by Vinnie and Joan. The raffle winners were Mai Wall, Marie Wrenn and Moss Kearney. The lottery ticket winners were Tom Culhane and Jerry Lenihan.
BASEBALL
The Kingdom Cup baseball tournament was held on Saturday, September 6 in Tralee. Teams from all parts of the country took part and the winners were the Kerry Green Sox. JD and Liam Lenihan, came to live in Ireland 15 months ago from Boston, where baseball was their beloved pastime. Eager to play their national sport, they sought out their nearest club, the Kerry Green Sox in Tralee, for whom they now play. For their efforts and love of the game they have received donations of equipment for an entire team from MLB, Pitch In For Baseball and Baseball Ireland in the hope of getting a team/club up and running in County Limerick by next season, which starts in the spring. Anyone interested in playing, getting to know the game which is similar to rounders, helping out or even sponsorship, contact 069-60752.
SYMPATHY
The death took place last week of Mr. Michael Histon (Mick), Briska, Shanagolden. Deepest sympathy is tendered to his wife Kit, daughters, sons, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, relatives and friends. Remains were removed from his residence to Shanagolden Church at 7.30pm. Burial took place in the local cemetery after 12 noon Mass.
Deepest sympathy is tendered to Mrs. Irene Donovan, Main Street, Rathkeale on the death of her nephew T.J. Mulcair, Ballysteen. May they rest in peace.
WL102FM NEWS
The station is currently looking for volunteer presenters, researchers, producers and sound desk operators. Training will be provided in all these disciplines by the resident Training Officer who can be contacted by phoning 069-66200 or by emailing mike@westlimerick102.ie
The station would like to congratulate one of its young presenters, Aisling Barrett who has been accepted on a media studies third level degree.
ST. PIO
The annual National Pilgrimage in honour of Padre Pio now St. Pio will take place at Knock Shrine on Sunday, September 21. In connection with same a coach will leave the Market Yard, Newcastle West at 7.30am to serve pilgrims en route. All are welcome to book now with Nora at 087-7453154.
COURSE
The LDSL are running a Kickstart 2 coaching course on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 14, 15 and 16. Interested parties are asked to contact County Development Officer Conor Nestor on 086-0479542. Please note that to do this course participants must have completed the Kickstart 1 coaching course.
LEGION OF MARY
The Legion of Mary, Immaculate Conception meeting on Tuesday, September 16 will take place at 4pm in the parish centre. New members are most welcome.
SHANNONSIDE SOCCER
Shannonside 3; Rathkeale 1.
Shannonside hosted Rathkeale B in division one on Sunday morning in Barrigone Park. The home side started brightly and opened the scoring when Darren Kavanagh finished off a good move involving John Paul Mulvihill and Kieran Kavanagh. It was soon 2-0 when Andy Lane put Wayne Enright through on goal and he beat the keeper. Michael Behan added a third before the break pouncing on a mistake from the opposing keeper. Dave Dillane came on for Liam O’Donnell at half time. The second half was a different game with Rathkeale playing a lot better and putting the home side under considerable pressure. Dave Franklin came on for Wayne Enright. The Rathkeale pressure finally paid off when they pulled a goal back but it was too little too late and the home side held on for three points.
Team: Chris Hayes, John Hanlon, Liam O’Donnell, James Downey, Bobby Murphy, John Paul Mulvihill, Darren Kavanagh, Andy Lane, Wayne Enright, Kieran Kavanagh, Michael Behan. Subs: Dave Dillane, Dave Franklin, Eoin O’Connor.
Shannonside B 2; Carrig Celtic B 2.
Shannonside got their first points of the season when they played out an eventful two all draw away to Carrig. A poor first half display meant the away side were a goal down at half time. John Hayes came on early in the second half and a good move between Martin Fitz and Senol Yamac led to the equaliser from John Hayes. Declan Lane won a penalty and converted it himself. The away side were unfortunate to concede a last minute equaliser meaning the points were shared. Team: Keith Enright, Bob Moran, Kenneth Trinder, Steven Mernagh, Mel Devine, Martin Fitzgerald, Eoghan Lewis, Pat Connelly, Connie Ryan, Declan Lane, Senol Yamac. Subs: John Hayes, Ross Fitzsimons.
LOTTERY RESULTS SHANNONSIDE
There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were 3, 6, 16 and 23. The four lucky dip winners were Kate Reddan, Shanagolden, Gerry Fitz, c/o Enda, Darren Cooke, Shanagolden, Paddy Carney, c/o Enda. The next jackpot is €9,100 and the draw will take place at the Shannon House.
U/14 DIVISION 3
Shannonside FC 3; Newcastle Rovers 0.
Shannon FC got their season off to a great start with a 3-0 victory over Newcastle Rovers in Barrigone on Tuesday evening last. It was a dream start for the newly formed team from Shanagolden Foynes and despite a quiet second half performance the home side can be happy with the result. The home side were well on top in the first half with both defence and midfield coping well with goalkeeper Richard Hayes dealing with any danger from the visitors. Shannonside strike force Dale Fitzgerald and Florian Burns put the home side two up in the first twenty minutes and Fitzgerald scored a great individual goal to give the home side a 3-0 half time lead.
In the second half the visitors came more into the game and keeper Richard Hayes was much busier. Shannonside manager Peter Fitzgerald rang the changes in the second half and introduced Daragh Fennessy, Dale Danagher and Andrew Madigan. In the end the home side held out for a fine victory.
Team: R. Hayes, S. O’Connell, M. Hayes M. O’Riordan, K. Flynn, P. Fitzgerald, D. Clifford, E. Fitzgerald, S. McSweeney, F. Burns, D. Fitzgerald, D. Fennessy, D. Danagher, A. Madigan.
ONE DAY WORKSHOP
A one day workshop with Fr. Jim Cogley, Kumore Quay, Wexford, psychotherapist and wood turner will take place on September 24 at the Desmond Complex, Newcastle West. Theme: Healing the Past, Living the Present, Facing the Future Enquiries to Catherine to 069-77562.
SALESIAN SECONDARY COLLEGE
Mass for the opening of the school year will take place on Friday, September 26. Weekly school information is available on the school website at www.salesiancollege.ie
Congratulations to sixth year student Darragh Arthur, Kildimo and fifth year student Jake Considine, Kildimo on making it onto the Munster Junior Squad Rugby team and their first Munster Cup against London Irish last week.
FOYNES FLYING BOAT MUSEUM
In concert Tommy Fleming Saturday, September 27, 8pm. Tickets €30 from 069-65416. Coming November 6 Brendan Grace, tickets now on sale.
CYSTIC FIBROSIS
The O’Brien Family, Knockpatrick would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported the garden visits in May this year in aid of Cystic Fibrosis . A total of €13,133 has been raised. A further €7067 was raised by Loughill Development Association's Bridge Collection. With a total of €20,200 raised, they are delighted to announce that a sum of € 10,100 will be donated to Cystic Fibrosis Research and the remaining sum of €10,100 will be donated to the CF unit in the Regional Hospital Limerick to buy a much needed bronchoscope machine.