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Dr Crokes team in the picture for 25th anniversary reunion
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ON THE eve of Dr Crokes’ senior county championship win at the weekend, the club’s team that won the Kerry County Championship and Munster Club Championship in 1991 enjoyed a reunion function.
Most of the team, together with representatives of those not present, enjoyed a get-together in the Randles Hotel, Killarney, on Saturday night.
The team not only won the county and Munster club championships but went on to win the All-Ireland Club Championship in March 1992.
Photographer Eamonn Keogh recreated the team photograph taken by his fellow Killarney snapper Sean Kelly a quarter of a century ago. “There are a lot of similarities with everybody who was present for both photos standing or sitting in the exact same position in both pictures. The middle row is exactly the same in both,” said Eamonn. Missing from the photograph last Saturday night were Patsy Courtney (RIP), Padraig O'Shea, Mark Cooper and John Foley. The additions in 2016 photo are Denis Coleman (2016 chairman), Patrick O'Sullivan (Kerry GAA chairman), Teddy Counihan (1991 chairman) and Martin Byrnes (who is actually missing the official team photo 25 years ago).
Above: The Dr Crokes team that won the Kerry County Championship and Munster Club Championship in 1991 before going on to win the All Ireland Club Championship in March 1992 pictured at a reunion function in Randles Hotel, Killarney on Saturday night. Front from left are Pat O'Shea, Denis Coleman (2016 Chairman representing John Foley), Eddie Tatler O'Sullivan (trainer), Seanie O'Shea (Captain), Mike Neeson (1992 Chairman), Connie O'Doherty, Patrick O'Sullivan (Kerry GAA Chairman representing Mark Cooper), and Teddy Counihan (1991 Chairman). Second row from left are Tadhg Fleming (selector), Colm O'Shea, Sean Clarke, Danny Cooper, Peter O'Brien, Ger O'Shea, Brendan Keogh, Liam Hartnett and Donie O'Leary (selector). Back from left are John Galvin, John Clifford, Martin Byrnes , Noel O'Leary, Mike Buckley, Vincent Casey, Roland Neher, Connie Murphy. Missing from 2016 photo are Patsy Courtney (RIP), Padraig O'Shea, Mark Cooper and John Foley. PICTURE: EAMONN KEOGH
Four local athletes from Legacy Elite Cheerleading and Gymnastics have been selected for the Irish national team to compete at the World Cheerleading Championships in April 2027.
The athletes secured their places on the squad following national team tryouts held in Dublin in July.
Under the guidance of coach Hayley Murphy at Legacy Elite, the four athletes maintain an intensive weekly training schedule, supplemented by regular tumbling sessions with Elevate Gymnastics to prepare for the international stage.
To help cover travel, accommodation, and competition costs associated with representing Ireland, the athletes and club have launched a community fundraising campaign. Members of the public wishing to support their journey can donate online via gofund.me/13cf4b28e.
Adult set dancing classes return to Fossa
Fossa-Two Mile Comhaltas has announced the return of its adult set dancing classes, offering local residents a new evening activity options this winter.
The weekly sessions will run from October through December at the Fossa Community Centre, taking place every Tuesday night from 8.15pm to 10.30pm.
Designed to encourage social connection, fitness, and traditional Irish dance in a relaxed environment, the classes are open to both complete beginners and experienced dancers. Participants can drop in individually or bring friends along to take part in the weekly sessions.
The branch hopes the initiative will welcome new members while providing a consistent social outlet for traditional music and dance enthusiasts over the winter months.
If you are running community or hobby events in the local area throughout the winter, email the details to news@killarneyadvertiser.ie.
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