FAOI 16
BALLYMAC 5-8 LISTOWEL EMMETS 2-7
An extraordinary second half performance and plenty vocal support were the main factors in winning this county league trophy in brilliant sunshine at Connolly Park. After a difficult first half the boys gave one of their best performances in some time to win comfortably in the end.Ml Hoare got our first point quickly followed by a Dara Reagan point after a fine run by Keelan. Listowel got 3 points in succession and Liam O Malley pointed for us after a good passing movement. Two Listowel goals in a few minutes had us 6 points adrift and with little going right for us. Dara Reagan pointed from a free after Dara Keane was fouled. Ml Hoare and Dara Reagan (F) pointed for us with Listowel also getting two points. After a fine run by M Hoare the his shot seemed to be going wide but was rescued by Dara Reagan who came in along the endline and finished to the net, a really vital score.LIstowel again pointed but despite not playing well we were only 3 points ( 2-6 to 1-6) behind at half time.
Numerous switches and changes were made by Ballymac at the break which paid dividens as the game went on. We started the half with more purpose but scores were hard to come by. With ten minutes gone Eoin O Malley put brother Liam through for a fine goal the captain delivering when it was most needed Listowel replied with a point, incredibly their only score of the half . Josh, Chris Lowe, Eddie and D Keane were tackling very hard now and forcing our opponents into long range shooting. Cillian Gallagher won possession passed to the tireless Ml Hoare who made for goal and laid off to Dara Reagan whose shot came off the crossbar to the waiting David Rodgers. He was immediatedly fouled with Keelan converting the resultant penalty on the few occasions Listowel got close Ross, Cathal and Brian in goals were well capable of dealing with them while Tadhg Brick made some timely interceptions.
A monster point by Keelan from out on the sideline had our supporters in full voice. With 20 minutes gone Keelan was again on hand to flick a Dara Reagan free to the net leaving no way back for listowel. Eddie Rodgers got our final point and soon afterwards the ref blew full time much to the delight of Ballymac players, mentors, and a large crowd of supporters. Reggie Griffin presented the winning trophy to a delighted captain Liam O Malley who thanked the mentors for their work throughout the year.
Well done and congratulations to the mentors Gene O Keeffe, Tony Silles, John Creagh, Willie Costelloe and Martin Lowe who had them in fine fettle on the night.
TEAM & SCORERS B Lonergan,R Mansfield,E Rodgers (0-1) C Dunne,T Brick, E O Malley, C lowe,K Brosnan,(2-1) J O Keeffe,M Hoare,(0-2) L O Malley capt (1-1) D Reagan,(2-3) B Lyons, D Keane, K Lenihan,Subs D Rodgers ,C Gallagher,L O Brien,D Chawke,J Carmody, D Clifford, J Mcdonnell,A Jah.
FAOI 14
Our U14’s played their last game of their year on Sunday evening last. We played in Scartaglin before some good support and ideal conditions.As with previous games it took our lads some time to get to the tempo of the game. We pressed hard and should have registered more on the scoreboard but for some wayward shooting. Our half forward line were unable to find their inside men and this was an area that required some adjustment along with midfield where we were having difficulty getting onto ball. Half- time Scart /Cordal 2-2. Ballymac 0-6. A good talking to at half-time and with their season on the line the boys duly responded. We had to endure going a further 2 points down before our lads kicked into gear. David at full back and Dylan at midfield turned the tide. Our backs tightened up, our midfield pressed and our forwards were flowing with good moves.
This was all paying dividends and in the space of 15mins we had put 2-5 up on the scoreboard. Scart responded and drove forward for the goal that would get them back into the game their but their closest effort was cleared off the line by Ciaran. Darragh Leen was a menace in the full forward line and he made it very difficult on the Scart rear guard. With time running out we kicked on with Darragh Lynch being introduced and he won a great throw up ball. The final whistle blew to great jubilation. Diarmuid Lynch captain on the evening accepted the winner’s trophy on behalf of his team. A well deserved victory for the boys and recognition for their perseverance in a tough year of results.
Well done to all Team: Eoghan Kenny, Ciaran Brosnan, Dylan Dunne Moriarty, Adam Kelly, Dean Lenihan, Brian Cassidy, Cian Godley, Liam o Brien, David Rogers, John Lowe, Darragh Broderick, Darragh Leen, Adam Joy, Diarmuid Lynch, Aidan o Brien Subs: Dylan mc Hugh Kyle o connor Sean Horan Bryan Godley Denis Brosnan Andy Rogers
FAOI 13
Our U13 team took part in the Rose Cup last Saturday. In their group they defeated Kerins O Rahillys, St. Maurs (Dublin) but were unlucky to lose against Ballyduff. They qualified for the Shield Final with a win over Dr. Crokes in the semi final however, in the final Austin Stacks proved too strong for them.
FAOI 12
Our U12 commenced their central region on Monday 17th August 015 with a home game against Austin Stacks. Our blue team start their Castleisland District League Campaign with a home tie against Currow on Friday at 7.00pm while the Gold Team play Scartaglin at 6pm on the same evening. The U12 team are also participating in a Munster Blitz competition which is being held in Fitzgerald Stadium on Tuesday 18th August 2015.
LEAVING CERTIFICATE
Well done to all Club members who received their Leaving Certificate results last week and best wishes to them all in their future endeavours.
ROSE BUDS
Well done to Club girls players Anna Collins and Ella Quirke on being selected as Rose Buds for the Rose of Tralee Festivals. Both girls thoroughly enjoyed their experience over the weekend.
ACADEMY
There will be no academy this weekend due to the Kerry V Tyrone All Ireland Semi Final. The Club are bring two buses of supporters to cheer on their heroes on this occasion.
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