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New Killarney Advertiser fantasy GAA game officially launched

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The coronavirus pandemic delayed the start of the Kerry Senior Club Championship but now it’s back on, and so is the Killarney Advertiser Fantasy Club game in association with Gaelic Plus.

In March we unveiled plans to set up a revolutionary new fantasy football game based on the local Club Championships and today we are delighted to announce that the project is going ahead with some fantastic prizes on offer for the top performers.

Participants will be tasked with selecting their dream line-up of players from the county’s eight senior clubs, namely Killarney Legion, Dr Crokes, Austin Stacks, Kerins O’Rahilly’s, Dingle, Kilcummin, Templenoe and Kenmare Shamrocks. Fantasy points will then be earned based on the players’ performances in real life, with the top managers earning prizes at the end of the tournament.

The entry sheet, rules, scoring system and pool of players can be found below. The closing date for entries is July 22, three days before the Club Championship kicks off on July 25.

FIRST

The format will be similar to the one used in the popular Fantasy Premier League game which is played by 7.5 million people worldwide. It is believed that Killarney Advertiser Fantasy Club will be first competition of its kind at club level in the GAA.

Killarney Advertiser Sports Editor Adam Moynihan first floated the idea back in March and it received an overwhelmingly positive response from his Instagram followers (@adammoynihan). News that the competition is back on has once again been greeted with enthusiasm.

“I’m thrilled that we’re getting the opportunity to run Fantasy Club this year,” Adam said. “It was looking unlikely there for a while but thankfully sport is back, and the return of the Club Championship means that we can finally go ahead with our plans.

“Unfortunately, as I was saying before the break, we’ll have to limit the amount of participants so it’s very much a case of first come, first serve. Many people have already booked their spots via my Instagram and by email so spaces are filling up fast.

“Send a scanned copy (or a very clear photo) of your entry sheet to sport@killarneyadvertiser.ie ASAP to avoid disappointment.”

Adam was also able to reveal the prizes that will be on offer courtesy of tournament sponsor, Gaelic Plus.

“Shane Cronin at Gaelic Plus has put up some great prizes and we’re very grateful to have him on board,” Adam said. “Third place will win a Gaelic Plus-branded hoodie, training jersey and leisure shorts, our runner-up will win 20 pairs of club-crested football gloves, and the overall winner gets the grand prize: a set of 20 jerseys for his or her GAA club.”

The first 100 names will be guaranteed entry to the competition proper and the remaining names will be added on a first come, first serve basis, depending on how may entries are eventually accepted.

Follow @adammoynihan on Instagram for all the latest updates.

 

Print this form and follow the instructions to enter. Good luck!

 

RULES

HOW TO ENTER

Please fill out form in block capitals. Send a scanned copy (or a very clear photograph) of your entry sheet to sport@killarneyadvertiser.ie by Wednesday, July 22. The subject line should read 'Fantasy Club - Your Name - Your GAA Club'.

The first 100 entries are guaranteed their place in the competition. Remaining names will be added on a first come, first serve basis depending on how many participants are accepted. Entries found to have broken selection rules will be deemed void. One entry per person.

TEAM SELECTION

Managers must select 15 players from the Pool of Players provided: one keeper, six backs, two midfielders and six forwards. Managers can select a maximum of three players from any one club and a maximum of three Star Players. Star Players have stars next to their names in the Pool of Players.

Managers cannot make changes to their teams once entry forms have been submitted. Injured or suspended players cannot be replaced.

SCORING

Your Fantasy Club players will earn points based on their performances in all matches in the 2020 Kerry Senior Club Championship (group phase, relegation playoff and final). Points will be calculated to the best of the organiser's ability based on all available evidence.

 

GENERAL

Starting a game 1pt

Winning a game 3pts

Drawing a game 1pt

Red card -5pts

 

KEEPER

Clean sheet 8pts

Point from play 20pts

Point from placed ball 4pts

Goal 30pts

 

BACK

Concede under 15 points total (goals plus points) 8pts

Point from play 9pts

Point from placed ball 2pts

Goal 16pts

 

MIDFIELDER

Concede under 15 points total (goals plus points) 4pts

Point from play 6pts

Point from placed ball 2pts

Goal 12pts

 

FORWARD

Point from play 3pts

Point from placed ball 2pts

Goal 8pts

 

POSITIONS

Outfield players will earn points based on their positions as outlined in the Pool of Players, regardless of where they actually line out for their clubs in a given match. For example, if a player is named as a back in the Pool of Players but is selected in the forwards by his club, he will earn the same points as he would if he was named in the backs.

If a keeper lines out outfield, he will earn points based on the position he plays for the majority of the match.

If an outfield player starts in goal, he will earn the points of a keeper for that game.

GENERAL SCORING

All players who start in a given match earn 1pt. All starters and used substitutes can earn points for winning a match (3pts) or drawing a match (1pt).

CLEAN SHEETS

Keepers will be awarded a clean sheet if they play for more than one half of the game and their club does not concede a goal for the entire game (excluding extra time and penalties).

UNDER 15 POINTS

This total refers to goals and points combined (e.g. 2 goals and 10 points = 16 points = over 15 points). Players can only earn points in this category if they start. Subs cannot earn points in this category, regardless of when they are brought on. Goals or points scored in extra time and penalties will not count when calculating this total.

POINTS FROM PLAY/PLACED BALLS AND GOALS

Any player can earn points in this category, regardless of whether or not they start. Goals and points scored in extra time also count.

Placed balls include frees, penalties, marks, 45s and sideline kicks.

Goals are worth the same amount from play and from placed balls.

RED CARDS

Players will be deducted five points for receiving a red card. This includes straight red cards or any combination of cards which results in a red card. Red cards received by players who are not on the field of play will also lead to a points deduction.

TIE BREAKER

If two managers are tied at the end of a round or the end of the competition, the manager who has players from more clubs will be declared the winner. (e.g. If 'Manager A' has three players each from Austin Stacks, Dr Crokes, Killarney Legion, Kilcummin and Dingle (five clubs), and 'Manager B' has three players each from Austin Stacks, Dr Crokes, Killarney Legion and Kilcummin, two players from Dingle and one player from Templenoe (six clubs), 'Manager B' will be declared the winner.)

If there is still a tie, the manager whose Star Players have scored the most points over the course of the tournament will be declared the winner.

If there is still a tie, the manager who led going into the last match of the tournament will be declared the winner.

 

If you have any feedback or suggestions, email sport@killarneyadvertiser.ie or follow @AdamMoynihan on Instagram and Twitter.

 

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Hugh O’Flaherty Humanitarian Award programme to resume this October

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The Hugh O’Flaherty International Humanitarian Award Programme is set to return this autumn following a six-year absence.

The Hugh O’Flaherty Memorial Society confirmed that the 12th annual award ceremony will take place in Killarney during the final weekend of October 2026.

The prestigious award programme was suspended due to resource constraints after the 2019 presentation to Ireland’s UN Peacekeepers, with its resumption further delayed by the pandemic.

“This has been made possible through the generous support of the Kerry County Council Community Support Programme, Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, and other sponsors,” Society Chairperson Jerry O’Grady said.

The memorial society will shortly issue an official call for nominations for the 2026 recipient. Over the years, the accolade has honoured a wide range of humanitarian work, with previous recipients including GOAL aid workers Sharon Commins and Hilda Kawuki, Trócaire’s Sally O’Neill, the late Donal Walsh, and emergency rescue groups including the RNLI, Irish Coast Guard, and Kerry Mountain Rescue.

Full details on the nomination procedures and closing dates can be obtained directly from the society by emailing oflahertysociety2008@gmail.com.

Hugh O’Flaherty Humanitarian Award programme to resume this October

The Hugh O’Flaherty International Humanitarian Award Programme is set to return this autumn following a six-year absence.

The Hugh O’Flaherty Memorial Society confirmed that the 12th annual award ceremony will take place in Killarney during the final weekend of October 2026.

The prestigious award programme was suspended due to resource constraints after the 2019 presentation to Ireland’s UN Peacekeepers, with its resumption further delayed by the pandemic.

“This has been made possible through the generous support of the Kerry County Council Community Support Programme, Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, and other sponsors,” Society Chairperson Jerry O’Grady said.

IRISH UN VETERANS HONOURED IN KILLARNEY – JUNE 4th 2019 Minister for Defence Paul Kehoe pictured after accepting the Mons Hugh O’Flaherty Humanitarian Award 2019 on behalf of the Defence Forces in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, Killarney on Tuesday evening. Also in photo are Mayor of Killarney Niall Kelleher, Jim Casey, Chairman, IUNVA, Major General Kieran Brennan, Deputy Chief of Staff, Brigadier General Patrick Flynn and UN Veteran John O’Mahony, Hugh O’Flaherty, Pearl Dineen, Jerry O’Grady and invited guests. Photo: Don MacMonagle Press release: Before a large audience in the unique and beautiful St Mary’s Church of Ireland in Killarney, including foreign Ambassadors and Diplomats and UN Veterans, Killarney’s Deputy Mayor Niall Kelleher presented the Hugh O’Flaherty Humanitarian Award Scroll last evening to Minister for Defence Paul Kehoe and Irish UN Veterans Chairman Jim Casey. Representing the Hugh O’Flaherty Family and Memorial Society, Judge Hugh O’Flaherty and Pearl Dineen presented the International Humanitarian Medal to Deputy Chief of Staff Major General Kieran Brennan and Brigadier General Patrick Flynn. The Award Ceremony was preceded by a powerful performance by Donal Courtney of his acclaimed one-man play “God Has No Country”, receiving a standing ovation from all present. In his introduction, Memorial Society Chairman Jerry O’Grady said, “Heroes are often defined as those who give of themselves, often putting their own lives at risk for the greater good of others. By this measure, without seeking fame or fortune, the brave men and women of the Irish Defence Forces wearing the iconic blue beret, are truly heroes, deserving of our unbridled admiration and support” Addressing the gathering, Deputy Mayor Niall Kelleher said, “From Lebanon to Cyprus and from El Salvador to Kosovo, Irish UN peacekeepers have always served with diligence and distinction. Irish Defence Forces in particular have always been warmly welcomed wherever they have served. That honourable service has probably come to greater public attention in recent years through the telling of the story of the Siege of Jadotville, but for decades now, Irish men and women have proudly entered some of the world’s most dangerous and volatile regions. It is important to remember at time too those 86 members of our Defence Forces who have paid the ultimate sacrifice”. In his acceptance speech, Minister Paul Kehoe said, “Just like the incredible humanitarian work carried out by Monsignor O’Flaherty over 75 years ago, the Irish Defence Forces have also brought great honour to Ireland through their participation in peacekeeping operations over the last 60 years. One of the elements that I am often struck by as Minister is the deep respect and admiration for the Irish Defence Forces right around the world”. The Minister added, “Ireland’s unbroken and proud history of participation in UN missions is one of the things that helps makes us stand out as a nation. It strengthens our values; it deepens our international relations; it shows that one small country can make a huge difference on the global stage. As Minister, I am determined that we continue our great Peacekeeping tradition”. The minister paid a special tribute to one member of the audience, Scartaglin native Irish UN Veteran John O’Mahony. In 1980 while serving in the Lebanon, John was shot and seriously injured but happily he survived. Sadly, two of his colleagues, Pte Derek Smallhorne and Pte Thomas Barrett were killed. The final element of the Award Ceremony was the presentation of a generous bursary to the Veterans Association by Donal Hickey, Vice Chair of the Muckross House Trustees Board. Included in the audience were four members of the Raaijmakers family from the Netherlands. Their uncle Anton Musters (Fr Anselmus) was an Augustinian Priest in Rome and an active member of the Rome Escape Line. One month before the Liberation of Rome, he was captured by the Gestapo, interrogated and tortured, but he refused to reveal any information on the Rome organisation. He was being transported to a prison camp in Germany when he escaped during a stopover in Florence and returned to Rome on the day of Liberation. If Fr Anselmus had given up the Rome Organisation during torture, it is probable the Msgr Hugh and many others would not have survived the war. His bravery saved the lives of many of the Escape Line organisers. Earlier in the day, to mark the 75th anniversary of the Liberation of Rome, two symbolic trees were planted in the Graveyard of the O’Connell Memorial Church in Cahersiveen, the burial place of Monsignor Hug O’Flaherty. Further Information: oflahertysociety2008@gmail.com

The memorial society will shortly issue an official call for nominations for the 2026 recipient. Over the years, the accolade has honoured a wide range of humanitarian work, with previous recipients including GOAL aid workers Sharon Commins and Hilda Kawuki, Trócaire’s Sally O’Neill, the late Donal Walsh, and emergency rescue groups including the RNLI, Irish Coast Guard, and Kerry Mountain Rescue.

Full details on the nomination procedures and closing dates can be obtained directly from the society by emailing oflahertysociety2008@gmail.com.

IRISH UN VETERANS HONOURED IN KILLARNEY – JUNE 4th 2019 Minister for Defence Paul Kehoe accepts the Mons Hugh O’Flaherty Humanitarian Award 2019 on behalf of the Defence Forces from retired Supreme Court Judge Hugh O’Flaherty, (grandson of the monsignor) in Killarney on Tuesday evening. Also in photo are from left,, Jim Casey, Chairman, IUNVA, Major General Kieran Brennan, Deputy Chief of Staff, Brigadier General Patrick Flynn and UN Veteran John O’Mahony. Photo: Don MacMonagle Press Release: Before a large audience in the unique and beautiful St Mary’s Church of Ireland in Killarney, including foreign Ambassadors and Diplomats and UN Veterans, Killarney’s Deputy Mayor Niall Kelleher presented the Hugh O’Flaherty Humanitarian Award Scroll last evening to Minister for Defence Paul Kehoe and Irish UN Veterans Chairman Jim Casey. Representing the Hugh O’Flaherty Family and Memorial Society, Judge Hugh O’Flaherty and Pearl Dineen presented the International Humanitarian Medal to Deputy Chief of Staff Major General Kieran Brennan and Brigadier General Patrick Flynn. The Award Ceremony was preceded by a powerful performance by Donal Courtney of his acclaimed one-man play “God Has No Country”, receiving a standing ovation from all present. In his introduction, Memorial Society Chairman Jerry O’Grady said, “Heroes are often defined as those who give of themselves, often putting their own lives at risk for the greater good of others. By this measure, without seeking fame or fortune, the brave men and women of the Irish Defence Forces wearing the iconic blue beret, are truly heroes, deserving of our unbridled admiration and support” Addressing the gathering, Deputy Mayor Niall Kelleher said, “From Lebanon to Cyprus and from El Salvador to Kosovo, Irish UN peacekeepers have always served with diligence and distinction. Irish Defence Forces in particular have always been warmly welcomed wherever they have served. That honourable service has probably come to greater public attention in recent years through the telling of the story of the Siege of Jadotville, but for decades now, Irish men and women have proudly entered some of the world’s most dangerous and volatile regions. It is important to remember at time too those 86 members of our Defence Forces who have paid the ultimate sacrifice”. In his acceptance speech, Minister Paul Kehoe said, “Just like the incredible humanitarian work carried out by Monsignor O’Flaherty over 75 years ago, the Irish Defence Forces have also brought great honour to Ireland through their participation in peacekeeping operations over the last 60 years. One of the elements that I am often struck by as Minister is the deep respect and admiration for the Irish Defence Forces right around the world”. The Minister added, “Ireland’s unbroken and proud history of participation in UN missions is one of the things that helps makes us stand out as a nation. It strengthens our values; it deepens our international relations; it shows that one small country can make a huge difference on the global stage. As Minister, I am determined that we continue our great Peacekeeping tradition”. The minister paid a special tribute to one member of the audience, Scartaglin native Irish UN Veteran John O’Mahony. In 1980 while serving in the Lebanon, John was shot and seriously injured but happily he survived. Sadly, two of his colleagues, Pte Derek Smallhorne and Pte Thomas Barrett were killed. The final element of the Award Ceremony was the presentation of a generous bursary to the Veterans Association by Donal Hickey, Vice Chair of the Muckross House Trustees Board. Included in the audience were four members of the Raaijmakers family from the Netherlands. Their uncle Anton Musters (Fr Anselmus) was an Augustinian Priest in Rome and an active member of the Rome Escape Line. One month before the Liberation of Rome, he was captured by the Gestapo, interrogated and tortured, but he refused to reveal any information on the Rome organisation. He was being transported to a prison camp in Germany when he escaped during a stopover in Florence and returned to Rome on the day of Liberation. If Fr Anselmus had given up the Rome Organisation during torture, it is probable the Msgr Hugh and many others would not have survived the war. His bravery saved the lives of many of the Escape Line organisers. Earlier in the day, to mark the 75th anniversary of the Liberation of Rome, two symbolic trees were planted in the Graveyard of the O’Connell Memorial Church in Cahersiveen, the burial place of Monsignor Hug O’Flaherty. Further Information: oflahertysociety2008@gmail.com

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Three generations of O’Connor family complete Killarney parkrun

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Three generations of the O’Connor family completed the 5km course together at Killarney House and Gardens last Saturday.


Grandfather Mike, his son Jeremiah, and grandson Brian all participated in the weekly event. Organisers noted that the family’s participation shows what parkrun is about, as the event is open to people of all ages and abilities.
The free weekly 5k community event takes place every Saturday morning at 9:30am sharp in the Killarney House gardens (V93HE3C). Members of the public are welcome to walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate.

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