Club News 11-05-2023

Lotto Results for Sunday, May 7^th 2023.  There was no winner of the €16,800 jackpot.  Numbers drawn: 08 – 13 – 14 – 31.  Consolation Prizes were won by the following: €100 Michael Cahill – sold by Kerry; €50 Derry O’Brien – sold by Kerry; €25 Bridget Howe – sold by Kerry; €25 Mary Murray – sold online.  Next week’s jackpot will be €16,900

Both of Laune Rangers teams are in County Senior Football League action on Sunday next, May 14^th.  Laune Rangers A travel to Firies in Division 2, while Laune Rangers B host Lispole in Division 5.  Both games throw in at 2pm.

Laune Rangers look to continue their unbeaten start to the season with a trip to Glenflesk on Sunday afternoon, May 10th in the Donal Curtin Cup.  Throw in 4:30pm.  All support greatly appreciated.

Well Done to Kerry on their Munster SFC Championship Final win on Sunday afternoon.  Well Done also to the Kerry Senior Camogie team who defeated Clare in the Munster Intermediate Championship Semi Final, and the Kerry Senior LGFA team who drew in Cork in the Munster Championship on Sunday.  Congratulations to the Kerry Minor Camogie team who won the All Ireland Minor C Final on Saturday afternoon.  Commiserations to the Kerry U20 men who were defeated by Sligo in the All Ireland Semi Final on Saturday evening.  Finally, hard luck of Luck to the Kerry Minor boys who lost to Cork in the Munster Championship on Thursday evening in Páirc Uí Chaoimh, but well done to our own Shane Clifford (started) and Stephen Gannon (introduced as sub) who both represented the club in the green and gold.

Well Done to the Laune Rangers Minor Boys who defeated Ballymacelligott on Wednesday evening to qualify for the Central Region Minor Division 1 Final.  Full Time Score:- Laune Rangers 3-13, Ballymacelligott 1-5.

Laune Rangers Minor Girls proved too strong for their hosts in Currow on Wednesday evening, and came away with a comfortable win to maintain their unbeaten start to the County Minor League.  Well Done to all

Laune Rangers Under 16 Girls defeated Ballymacelligott in the County U16 League.  Despite playing against a strong wind in the first half, the Rangers showcased their skill and determination with a display of efficient, short-passing football.  The Rangers’ tactical approach paid off as they quickly gained the upper hand, securing an early lead. Ballymacelligott, unable to match the Rangers’ intensity and precision, found themselves on the back foot for much of the first half.  As the teams switched sides for the second half, the wind became an ally for the Laune Rangers, who harnessed its power to maintain their lead. Ballymacelligott struggled to adapt, ultimately succumbing to the Rangers’ superior play.  In the end, the Laune Rangers U16 girls emerged victorious, demonstrating their resilience and adaptability in the face of challenging weather conditions. Their impressive performance against Ballymacelligott will undoubtedly serve as a valuable learning experience for both teams as they continue their respective seasons.  A Special shoutout to Aoife Fenton Toms who got player of the match for a great performance scoring 2-04.  Laune Rangers Squad:- Aoife Fenton Toms, Aine Hasett, Nicole McCormack, Kate McGeever, Niamh O’Sullivan, Kate Costello, Riadh O’Sullivan, Jacquelyn Owens, Leah Russell, Elmarie Lonergan, Ellie Memery, Emma O’Sullivan, Sally McGillycuddy, Sarah Patton, Sarah O’Brien, Amie Moriarty, Amy Callan, Saoirse O’Shea

Laune Rangers are Lee Strand Féile Peil na nÓg Chiarraí Champions for 2023 following a Final win that went right down to the wire on Saturday afternoon.  Laune Rangers will represent Kerry in Féile Peil na nÓg National Competition in the Connacht Centre of Excellence in Mayo on July 1st

Keel/Listry didn’t have long to wait to exact revenge on Laune Rangers for their Féile defeat.  Keel/Listry defeated Laune Rangers in the County Under 15 League Division 1 Semi Final in Listry on Wednesday evening.  With only two points separating the sides at the break, Keel/Listry pushed on in the second half to book their place in the Final.  Full Time Score:- Keel/Listry 0-14, Laune Rangers 2-2.  Laune Rangers:- Adam Radny, Luke McGillicuddy, Daniel Kelly, Conor Sheehan, Charlie Foley (1-0), Ciarán Birmingham, Pat Costello, Conor Murphy, Tomás Joy (0-2f), Callum Robertson, Liam O’Connell, Mikey Hynes, Jamie Flynn, Cian McGrath, Colm Evans (1-0).  Subs: Odhran Foley, Hugh O’Sullivan, Daragh O’Sullivan, Cormac Sweeney, Liam O’Shea, Donnacha Prendiville.

Laune Rangers Under 14 Girls White team hosted ISG C on Sunday.  Full Time Score:- Laune Rangers 7-3, ISG 9-5.  Laune Rangers played very well and never gave up. It is great to see the improvements in the younger u14 girls.

Laune Rangers Under 14 Blue team host MKL Gaels on Friday evening.

The Under 12 Girls season got underway in the past week, with victories for both sides – the Blue team defeating Firies and the White team getting the better of Spa.  Well Done to all players in their respective games who displayed some great passing and ball control and put in great effort which resulted in some great points and goals being scored.

Gaelic for Mothers & Others – training continues on Mondays from 7-8pm. New members are welcome. Contact Bridie on 087 983 0181.

Our Sunday morning boys academy takes place every Sunday at 10am in JP O’Sullivan Park.  This is for boys born between 2012-2018  For more info contact Paudie 0862253663.  The Wednesday evening girls academy takes place every Wednesday at 6pm in JP O’Sullivan Park.  This is for girls born between 2013-2018.  For more, contact Selina 0876196676 .  We are delighted to have these academies sponsored by Foley’s Spar and Global Food range this season.

Laune Rangers membership for 2023 is open.  Membership available from registrars Lawrence Laide on 0861969250, Pat O’Shea on 0877763457 or can be bought in Bunkers Bar.  Membership rates are as follows:- Family Membership €100; Adult non player €60, Adult player €75 OAP Membership €30; G4MO €40,  Scór only €20.