Killarney Athletic AFC 7-A-Side Soccer Tournament

Killarney Athletic AFC Annual 7 a side Soccer Tournament Sponsored by Killarney Credit Union

Killarney Athletic AFC officially launched its Annual 7 a side tournament in Killarney/ Kenmare/Caherciveen Credit Union on Tuesday 25th April after a 3 year absence.

The event will take place on Monday 19th June at the Killarney Athletic AFC Grounds, Woodlawn, and its main sponsor is Killarney/Kenmare/Caherciveen Credit Union.

Speaking about the event, Killarney Athletic AFC Chairman Donie Murphy stated “That we are delighted to be celebrating our 44th year of this event and after a 3 years absence we hope for an exciting comeback and that the event will be bigger and better than ever. With events for all ages boys & girls from under 10-16.

The competition will take place over a few weeks with games Monday to Friday and underage games being played on our new astro turf pitch. The tournament is open to all ages. Senior Ladies (over 16) Senior Men, Over 35s, and underage boys and girls from 10-16 years.

Application forms are available from the Beech Road of Killarney Credit Union and at www.killarneyathletic.com. The entry fee for Senior Men: €200; Over 35s: €200; Senior Ladies: €150 U 14/16: €100. U10/12: €100 (this competition takes place on the 30th June and 1st July).

“Killarney/ Kenmare/Caherciveen Credit Union is proud to be the main sponsor of this event, especially in light of its 44th year anniversary, we would like to wish the organisers and all participants the best of luck in this year’s tournament”.

There will be a range of accolades as part of the event, the Premier and Reserve Cups, the Kieran Cahillane Senior Player of the Tournament Award will be on offer for the outstanding player on view, while The Johnny Heffernan Underage Player of the Tournament Award will also be up for grabs. Also, there will be free entry to the 2024 tournament for the Premier Cup winners.

The closing date for all ages (to be returned to the credit union) is Friday 2nd June before 5.30pm. The draw will take place on Tuesday 6th June at Scotts Hotel, Killarney at 9.00pm.

Further information is available from www.killarneyathletic.com.

Lucky Phone Call for Killarney Couple

Denise & Liam Buckley, Killarney were delighted to hear last week that they had won a Brand new Ford Fiesta Titanium. Denise who received the phone call got a great surprise hearing of their win in the Killarney Credit Union members draw.

Denise & Liam picked up the keys of their new car from Elaine O’Shea & Margaret Moynihan of Killarney Credit Union.

Speaking about the members draw, Karena McCarthy, Killarney Credit Union Marketing Officer stated “We currently have just over 2,400 members in the draw which is held twice a year. Our prizes include a new car and cash prizes ranging from €250 to €1,000, our next draw will take place in July 2023”. she concluded.

Members can apply for the members draw at any of the branches or apply online on www.killarneycu.ie. €12 will be taken from the members account twice a year as an entry fee for the members draw.

The cash prize winners were Mary Sheehan, Neil O’Sullivan, Theresa Clifford, Graham Bulbeck, Amy O Connell, Patrick Fleming & Sandra Lyne, Norrie O’Neill, Paula Fleming and Helena O’Donoghue.

Karena added “The draw is limited to members of Killarney Credit Union and anyone over the age of 18 can apply to join. “

Killarney Credit Union officially launch Low Cost Green Loans

A Low Cost Green Loan with Killarney Credit Union is quickly becoming one of the most popular products in their suite of loans. The Green Loan was recently introduced with the aim of offering members choice, value and flexibility in financing their switch to more environmentally friendly options. Killarney Credit Union were delighted to see their members and the community at large are interested in such a product and the response to date has been very positive.

This new suite of Green Loan products along with the CU Greener Homes product offers members and potential members more affordability in making greener choices in their homes and transport.

Mark Murphy, CEO stated “With greater influence on Climate action, personal responsibilities as well as commercial responsibilities we felt it was the right time to introduce further options for our members. Part of our strategic plan is to develop and enhance diversified products and services on a commercial, competitive and sustainable basis for all our credit union members. We want to put environmental sustainability at the heart of our decision making, be a champion for climate change and embrace green issues in all aspects of our business.”

Credit Union Quiz as popular as ever

The INEC was filled to capacity on Sunday 29^th of January where 71 primary school teams from all over South Kerry participated in the annual Killarney Credit Union School Quiz.

St Olivers School, Killarney emerged victorious in the Under 11 category with Gaelscoil Faithleann in 2^nd place.   Two teams from St John’s National School, Kenmare came first and second in the Under 13 age category.   All four teams will go on to represent Killarney Credit Union in the Chapter competition on March 5^th in Ballyroe Hotel Tralee.

This year, over 280 primary school pupils participated in the quiz from 25 schools all over South Kerry. Killarney Credit Union has been hosting the school quiz for over 20 years.