The boys and girls from 4th and 6th participated in the Cumann na mBunscoil football competition with two other neighbouring schools. They put the skills they learn and develop each week with the local GAA coach, John, to the test. Parents from the class also volunteer at matches to support the children and provide their own knowledge and skills about football.
Badminton
Children from 4th and 6th participated in a Badminton blitz as part of the Kerry Badminton Primary Schools competition. This gave children the opportunity to practice their badminton skills against other schools.
Basketball
Pupils from all classes practiced their skills of throwing, catching, dribbling and passing during their basketball sessions. They developed and practiced these skills through drills, activities and games.
Athletics
Pupils from all classes received coaching and got the opportunity to practice reaction starts, jumping hurdles, throwing javelins and relays.
Cross country
Pupils developed their fitness by participating in the daily mile challenges each week and also competing in the Cumann na mBunscoil competitions.
Cumann na mBunscol
Boys and girls from 3rd to 6th were taught skills throughout the year in football and put their skills to the test when they competed in the Cumann na mBunscoil GAA competitions. Many thanks to parents who volunteered to assist with the coaching of the children during the year.
5-a-side soccer tournament
Boys and girls from 3rd to 6th practiced skills and competed in the 5-a-side soccer tournament organised by the FAI.
Badminton
Pupils from 3rd to 6th competed in a badminton tournament with other schools.
Rugby
Pupils from 1st to 6th received coaching in tag and touch rugby for six weeks from the local rugby club.
Yoga
Children participated in yoga activities to develop balance.
ASF – Running
Learning to run properly!
Badminton Coaching
Brian Kiely – a member of Moyvane Badminton Club coaching children!