Banteer
DILLON AN ELITE CHAMPION
Having ridden very well in the early season and then gotten his first Rás into his legs, Dillon Corkery has now become an Elite national champion. The former top junior, in his first season at U23 level, has won the National Criterium Championships in Mullingar, Co Westmeath. It is his maiden Irish elite title at his first time of asking; and he beat real quality on the line in the Lakeside Wheelers promotion.
Corkery (Gerard Cycles-DHL) pulled clear early in the competition with Damien Shaw of Holdsworth Pro Cycling. With two powerhouses off the front working well together, the race split in two almost from the gun.
One contest was out front to decide who’d take home gold or silver. And the rest were battling for bronze. But, without question, the night belonged to the young winner Dillon Corkery.
The 19-year-old from Banteer, Co Cork has now firmly announced his arrival. On the basis of what we have seen from him already in these first months out of the juniors, he is a real talent. He topped the podium ahead of a former national elite road race champion and a double reigning elite champion.
He won Rás Luimni and Rás Naomh Finian in the early weeks of the year; the latter in a long range solo move. He followed up those rides with top 10 placings on two stages of Kerry Group Rás Mumhan. And he would also take a top 10 on a stage of the Victus Tour of Ulster.
In Rás Tailteann he was 26th overall; with just seven Irish riders head of him in the final standings. On a special night for Banteer Paidi O Brien who has helped Dillon along his extraordinary career to date finished in a strong 5th position. Well done to both cyclists. Big well done also to Jennifer Bates in bringing home the Silver
MOUNT HILARY AC
Many thanks to everyone who came out last week to support the clubs first race which took place at Mt. Hillary which was a fitting location to celebrate the official launch of the club. Despite the blustery conditions almost 100 runners took part.
Sincere appreciation to Niamh Hartnett, Sean Harte and the MMRA Munster Mountain running association for the opportunity to co-host this year’s event and we look forward to lending our support in the years to come. Thanks to the Glen Theatre for providing the venue for parking, registration and post-race refreshments. Thanks to all the club members who volunteered their time both in the lead up to the race and on the night itself.
Results are as follows: Men 1 Barry Murray | 38.33 1 James McIntyre | 38.33 3 Brian Mullins | 39.05. Women 1 Niamh Hartnett | 45.11 | 2 Sarah Fitzpatrick | 46.28 | 3 Shelly Twohig| 47.03 |
For full results please Mt. Hillary AC Facebook page
Well done to all in Mount Hilary AC for a very successful night.
Regular training is held twice weekly, meeting in the Banteer Sportsfield on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7:30pm. Training on Saturday mornings around 8:45am from the Mt. Hillary main entrance.
The Club are continually looking to recruit new members of all ages and abilities in order to grow the club into the future.
TIDY TOWNS
Banteer Tidy Towns have put the name plaque “The Canons Bridge” on the railway bridge on the Nadd Road. The Tidy Towns Competition encourages towns and villages to retain historical names of places of local heritage. The Plaque was kindly donated by Conor O’ Leary (O’ Leary Stone). The Committee are very grateful to him for supporting their work. If any other business in the locality would like to make a contribution to a Tidy Towns Project, please contact a member of the Committee. Many thanks to the volunteers who turn up every Mon and Wed night. Thanks also to the Macra members for their help and to Donal Clancy for keeping the hedgerows in trim. New members always welcome. Meet outside Post Office Mon and Wed at 7pm.
LADIES FOOTBALL CAMP
Banteer is once again the venue for the hugely successful Cork Ladies Football Summer Camp run by Senior Cork Ladies Footballer Orlagh Farmer and her Senior Ladies Football Team mates and Cork Minor Footballers .The Camp will run from Tuesday Aug 7th to Friday Aug 10th. Cost is 45 euro per person. Price includes Jersey. All players welcome from U8 to U16 inclusive.
This is an excellent camp, hugely enjoyed by all last year. It’s simple to register, just go on the North Cork Ladies Football Facebook page, the post for the Summer Camp is pinned to the top of the page, the link is there on that post to register, alternatively go on the Cork Ladies Football Website, and you can also register there. If you have any queries on the above please call Orlagh Farmer on 086 3509870.
LYRE PRESCHOOL
Lyre PreSchool will be holding an open day on July 1st between 2-4. Parents, Children and families all welcome to meet the team & view the facility.
UPCOMING DAY TOURS
Sunday 24th June–A day trip to Inis Mór. Sunday 8th July–A day trip to the Ring of Kerry, a scenic drive around the Iveragh Peninsula. Early booking would be recommended. Call Jerry on 087-2833696
MOYLAGH JFK 50 MILE
Thank you to everyone who supported the the Moylagh JFK 50 Mile fundraiser for the Irish Cancer Society & LARCC. Orla O’Shea completed the 50 miles on Saturday the 9th of June in 17 hours 2 minutes raising a total of €1,005. www.donate.ie/orlaosheaJFK50mile
SPORTSFIELD/PARK DRAW
Winners €400 to Eugene Philpott Philpott Tyres €200 Patrick Buckley Collroemore, €100 each to Seamus O Keeffe, Declan Philpott, Ben Harte, Patrick Barry-next draw in July-tickets €25 euros per quarter.
BINGO
Banteer Bingo jackpot €3500
UNDERAGE SOCCER CAMP
Banteer Underage Soccer camp on Weds 18th, Thurs 19th and Fri 20th July- banteer under age soccer club coaching camp 2018 for boys & girls from 6 to 17 years approx. Time: 11am to 3pm. registration starts at 10.30am on first day. Venue is Banteer sports field. Fee: €30 per person. Mini world cup, penalties, skills, goalkeeping, take part, enjoy, fair play, respect. Everyone should bring a packed lunch. No mobile phones to be used while camp is in progress. Let the children play-John Sheehan, Coach
CUL CAMP
Banteer / Lyre Juvenile Gaa Cul Camp is on from 2nd–6th July 2018. You can book online @ https://www.kelloggsculcamps. or Contact Willie O’Neill–Secretary Banteer / Lyre Juvenile Gaa willyconeill@gmail.ie or 085-8625994
IRD TUS/RSS
Would you like to be involved in keeping our communities attractive for residents and visitors?? Banteer, Lyre and Kilcorney Communities are currently recruiting Tús/RSS participants for village and countryside enhancement projects and environmental maintenance work. For further information regarding eligibility please contact Sheila Roche or Sheila O’Keeffe on 029 60633.