KILFLYNN VINTAGE WEEKEND
The annual Kilflynn Vintage Weekend takes place from June 13th-14th.There is a fantastic weekend of celebrations in store as the club celebrates it’s 30th anniversary since it’s inaugural rally in 1996.
The weekend’s events will kick off at 7 p.m. on Saturday evening when the Vintage Tractor Run will depart the village, with registration from 5:30.
The Vintage Car and Honda 50 Run will depart the village at 11 a.m. Sunday morning, with registration from 10 a.m. At 12 noon the official opening and blessing of the field will take place, and the day’s events will get underway.
It’s a family day out with entertainment for all ages with vintage and working displays as well as live music with ‘The Singing Jarvey’ and kids’ entertainment throughout the day! We look forward to celebrating our special birthday with everyone throughout the weekend!
COUNTY LEAGUE DIV 1 FINAL
McCarthy Insurance Group County Senior Hurling League Div. 1 – Final
Crotta O’Neill’s v Lixnaw
On Friday, 5th June at 19:30 at Austin Stack Park, Tralee. Best of luck to the Crotta players and their mentors.
EXAMS
Wishing all of the Junior and Leaving Cert students the very best of luck in their exams over the next couple of weeks.
CROTTA LEISURE CYCLISTS
The group meets at Crotta Cross at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. — so no excuses!
ST. MARY’S CHURCH, KILFLYNN
Mass Intentions for the week in St. Mary’s Church: Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, 3rd June at 10 a.m. and on Friday 5th June at 10.00a.m and Saturday 6th June at 6:00 p.m.
If anyone would like a call, please contact the Parish Office 066 4018996 or Fr. Jerry Keane 087 2844649.
Adoration of Blessed Sacrament Kilflynn: Monday 7.00p.m. – 8.00 p.m.
Exam Mass Cards and a selection of other Mass cards available from the Parish Office.
Diocesan collection for Peter’s Pence next weekend, June 6th/7th June
Check www.dioceseofkerry.ie go to Abbeydorney parish and check the newsletter.
CROTTA LOTTO RESULTS
Parker’s Pub in Kilflynn hosted the Crotta Hurling Club’s weekly lotto draw on Monday 1st June. The four numbers drawn from the drum by the independent observer, Sonny Egan, Garrynagore, Lixnaw were 16, 31, 21, and 30. No one won the €7,800 Jackpot.
Congratulations to the following who won €35 in the lucky dip draw
Pat Herbert, Castletown, Kiflynn, Helen O’Grady, , Irrebeg, Lixnaw and : Paul O’Keeffe, Oakpark, Tralee
The next draw will take place in Herbert’s Bar, Kilflynn on Monday, 8th June at 10:30 p.m. with a €7,900 Jackpot.
Tickets are available: 3 for €5 online at www.crottagaa.clubor this link: https://tinyurl.com/crotta-club-lotto or Herbert’s Bar/Village Store, Parker’s Pub, Zam Zam Kabab, Foley Shop Lixnaw, Abbeydorney Post Office or from Club ticket sellers. Many thanks to all who contribute to our weekly Club Lotto. The Club cannot overemphasize the importance of our members promoting the Club Lotto among family, friends, and work colleagues. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.
CROTTA GAA
It certainly was a day of mixed fortunes for the Kingdom’s squads at Croke Park on Saturday 30th May, featuring a brilliant championship comeback win but also a tough final defeat.
The Kerry U-20 footballers clinched the All-Ireland title in stunning fashion, defeating Tyrone, Managed by Tomás Ó Sé, the team overcame a disastrous first-quarter deficit (trailing by as much as 1-07 to 0-02 to finish incredibly strong, eventually winning with a solid (0-21 to 1-10 scoreline.
Congratulations lads, especially the North Kerry Players.
In the curtain-raiser at Croke Park, the Kerry senior hurlers lost the Christy Ring Cup Final. Despite a brave effort, they fell short against a determined Derry side, losing out 3-24 to 3-19. Hard luck lads, especially the Crotta players Sean McGrath (Full Back) and Jordan Conway, who came on as a sub.
The Kerry U15 hurlers played Meath on Saturday 30th May in the latest round of the John Doyle Tournament in Rathdowney Co Laois.
Final score Kerry 3:13 Meath 2:11
Jack Kelliher represented Crotta.
Kerry GAA Senior & U16 Poc Fada took place at Kerry Head on Monday June 1st.
Adam O’Sullivan (Senior) and Darren McElligott (U16) represented the Crotta Hurling Club.
Well done to all the boys and girls who took part in Tuesday evenings U6 training session in Crotta
Congratulations to Zi Zi and Brodie who were this week’s U6 players of the week. See you all again next Tuesday @6:15pm
McCarthy Insurance Group County Senior League Div 2 Full time Dr. Crokes GAA 1-20 to Crotta Gaa 0-10 on Tuesday evening 26th May at 7.30pm in Lewis Road, Killarney.
CAMOGIE
Congratulations to the Abbeykillix Under-14 Camogie team, who were crowned Under-14 Limerick League Thomond Cup Champions on Wednesday evening 27th May after an epic encounter with Feenagh/Kilmeedy Camogie on a final score of 2-04 to 1-04 In Feenagh GAA,
From the opening whistle to the final seconds, this game had everything—passion, determination, skill, and incredible heart. The girls showed tremendous character throughout, battling for every ball and never giving up in a thrilling contest.
This is a fantastic achievement for the team, management, and everyone involved. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have been rewarded with a truly memorable success.
Well done to all involved and congratulations on making history for Abbeykillix
CEMETERY MASSES
Killahan – Monday 6 th July 7.00 p.m. Kyrie Eleison – Tuesday 7 th July 7.00 p.m. St. Mary’s, Kilflynn- Wednesday 8 th July 7.00 p.m. Please take this opportunity to tidy up family graves.
ACTIVE RETIRED
The Abbeydorney / Kilflynn Active Retired Group had a wonderful day out in Limerick City on Wednesday 27th May. Highlights such as a visit to Thomond Park, home of Munster Rugby, and time spent exploring the fascinating collections at The Hunt Museum made for a very enjoyable and memorable trip. Day trips like these are a great opportunity for socialising, sightseeing, and discovering more of Ireland’s rich sporting and cultural heritage. Abbeydorney/Kilflynn Active Retired Group will be meeting again on Wednesday, 3rd June. Hope to see you all back in Abbeydorney Parish Hall at 10.30a.m . Any enquiries please contact Marie Williams at 066 7135831 or 085 2524028.
