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Gambling Care

    23rd February 2026


    This week, we were privileged to welcome Oisín McConville into our school to deliver a powerful and thought-provoking talk on the dangers of gambling.


    Oisín is a legendary Gaelic footballer, an All-Ireland winner with Armagh, and a six-time All-Ireland Senior Club champion with Crossmaglen Rangers. Off the pitch, he has become one of Ireland’s leading voices on gambling addiction, bravely sharing his own journey of recovery following a life-threatening addiction.


    Now a qualified addictions counsellor and Gambling Care ambassador, Oisín delivered a raw, honest, and impactful message that truly resonated with our students. His talk highlighted the importance of making informed choices, seeking support, and looking out for one another.


    A huge thank you to Oisín for taking the time to speak with our students and for sharing such an important and inspiring message.




     
     
     

    All-Ireland Irish National Dancing Championships

      20th February 2026


      We were delighted to welcome Niamh back to school this morning after an incredible achievement at the All-Ireland Irish National Dancing Championships in Killarney


      Niamh has officially qualified for the World Championships and will be travelling to Chicago later in April to compete on the world stage 🌍


      She brought her beautiful medals in with her today and proudly displayed them — a fantastic achievement and a testament to her hard work and dedication.


      Well done, Niamh! 👏 We wish you every success in April — your whole school community is cheering you on 💚




       
       
       

      U12 Schools’ Plate Competition

        19th February 2026


        St Kevin’s bowed out of the under 12 Schools’ Plate competition in Derry City this morning after a thrilling 3–2 extra-time defeat to a very talented St Brigid’s College side.


        Lisnaskea made a dream start and took the lead following a superb through ball from John Joe that split the defence. Eoghan reacted quickest, pouncing on the loose ball before hammering an unstoppable effort into the net to give St Kevin’s the advantage.


        The lead was doubled just minutes later from a corner kick. The delivery caused panic in the St Brigid’s box and Eoghan was once again in the right place at the right time, latching onto the ball and half-volleying home in clinical fashion to make it 2–0. It was a brilliant spell of football from the boys in blue

        St Brigid’s responded strongly and were handed a lifeline after being awarded a penalty. Ultan produced an excellent save from the spot, but despite his heroics the Derry side reacted quickest to scramble the rebound into the net. Buoyed by the goal, St Brigid’s continued to press and were eventually rewarded with an equaliser, a well-placed header that levelled the contest and sent the tie into extra time.

        Extra time was fiercely contested, with both sides battling bravely. Just as penalties seemed inevitable, St Brigid’s were awarded a late and controversial penalty in the dying moments. The spot kick was converted, sealing a dramatic 3–2 victory.


        Despite the heartbreak, St Kevin’s can be immensely proud of their performance. Eoghan was outstanding with two superbly taken goals, while Ryan and Cathal impressed up front with their work rate and movement. Behind them, James and James were immense, ably assisted by Tom and Dara snuffing out numerous attacks and showing great composure under pressure.


        The boys played with tremendous heart and determination against a technically excellent Derry side. Most importantly, they carried themselves with class and were gracious in defeat — a credit to St Kevin’s both on and off the pitch!




         
         
         
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