McCarthy Insurance Group Division 6
Austin Stacks 1-14
Milltown/Castlemaine 0-6
A strong performance from start to finish saw our B team secure a fine win in Sunday
morning in the first game of the double header in Connolly Park. The foundations of this win
were laid in defence with Ben Quilter flawless in goals and the likes of Ruairi O’Connell,
Tom McLoughlin and Pat McCarthy driving the team on throughout. The team have been
progressing week to week and although we had a disappointing result in Legion last day out it
has been very evident the improvement made. We led by 5 at the break and were completely
dominant in the second half with Padraig O’Halloran, Joe Kinsella and Cormac Bastible
catching the eye. This was a very strong overall team performance and any one of the 18
players who played on the day could be singled out for praise. Well done to team and
management, hopefully we can continue the momentum and put a few more wins on the
board as promotion is still very much on the table as that was our fourth win out of the 6
games.
Team: Ben Quilter, Tom McLoughlin, Ruairi O’Connell, John Murphy, Sean Moynihan, Pat
McCarthy, Ben Kitchener, Padraig O’Halloran, Ryan McMahon,
Joe Kinsella, Breandan Caball, Cormac Bastible, Shane Bastible, Gearoid Sheehan,
SUBS:Darragh Moriarty, Jake O’Connor, John Dennis
Division 7B County League
Cs continue to impress
County League Div 7 FT
AS C 1-14 Ballydonoghue B 1-4
By Tim McMahon
Our C team were in fine form in Connolly Park on Friday as they romped home to an
impressive victory over table toppers Ballydonoghue B.
Manager Aidan OConner hand was fortified with the return of Fergal Ryan and he was at
the centre of all things good for the Rock throughout. Brendan Caball set the ball rolling
early on with a fantastic two pointer to put us into an early lead. Our full back line of Jake
OConner, Tom McLoughlin and Leon Sweeney was rock solid all night with Ollie Lata
also impressive particularly on kick outs.
Aussie Ben Kichener was rewarded for his dedication since arriving with the captains
armband and he played beside the much improved Jack Barrett and Dan ORourke in the
half back line. We led at half time 0-07 to 0-2 with Ballydonoghue outfoxed time and time
again by David Courtney who contributed 0-3 with Daragh Moriarty and Ryan also
chipping in.
Early in the 2nd half we were dealt a big blow as Paul Barrrett dislocated a finger but
further experience was on hand in the form with John Murphy and John Dennis
introduced. The evergreen Pat McCarthy was yet again the engine here as he
dovetailed well with the classy Gearoid Sheehan as we responded well to a goal
concession midway through the 2nd half.
Points were added by Courtney, Sweeney, Caball and the tireless Enda Cahill before
Daragh Moriarty saw nothing but net with an accomplish finish to put us out of reach.
Daragh McGrath, Padraig Breen and Matt Browne were introduced late on as we ran out
nine point winners. We now have a break of two weeks before we play Asdee in our final
game before the split in Div 7.
Team-Oliver Lata, Jake OConner, Tom McLoughlin, Leon Sweeney, Ben Kichener(capt),
Jack Barrett, Daniel ORourke, Paul Barrett, Enda Cahill, Daragh Moriarty, Fergal Ryan,
Brendan Caball, Pat McCarthy, Gearoid Sheehan, David Courtney. Subs-John Murphy
(ht), John Dennis (40mins), Daragh McGrath (50mins), Padraig Breen(55mins), Matt
Browne (55mins).
Scorers-Daragh Moriarty 1-2 (1f), David Courtney 0-4, Brendan Caball 0-3 (1 2pter),
Fergal Ryan 0-2, Enda Cahill 0-2, Leon Sweeney 0-1.
Man of the Match-David Courtney.
Fixtures:
There is a week off now for our seniors but next up are Dingle at home in Division
1, Asdee away in Division 6 and Spa at home in Division 7B. Games on the weekend of the
17 th .
Kerry team:
Good luck to Dylan, Armin and Joe in the Munster Final this coming weekend in Killarney!
U21 Football:
Our U21 team will defend their County Championship title with a tricky away trip to play
East Kerry on May 14 th /21 st in the Round of 16.
Well done to club players Paddy Lane, Ronan Carroll and Daniel Kirby who all played key
roles in Kerry’s triumph in the Munster Final against Cork in Tralee on Thursday night! It
was fantastic also to see Alex Tuohy in the 26 for the game for the first time in the
Championship. The cherry on the top for a very proud day for the club was Paddy lifting the
Cup as Captain! Next up Roscommon in the semi final in just under a fortnight.
Minor Football:
A good win for Marc and his management team last Monday in Waterford and well done to
Danny Lane and Eoin Mangan who had fine outings. Both players start this Monday against
Cork in Round 2, keep it up lads!
Club Bar:
Keep up to date with all the live sport we have to offer on our Bar’s social media
pages. Opening times this week for the Club Bar are as follows, Monday 7-00pm,
Tuesday Closed, Wednesday Closed, Thursday 7-00pm, Friday 7-00pm, Saturday
4-00pm, Sunday 12-00pm.
Card nights continue on Monday and Thursday night.
There was a brilliant night of celebration in the club on Sunday after a fantastic weekend on
the pitch. Club Senior Shane O’Callaghan and Rachel Lynch celebrated their engagement and
we also had birthday celebrations for Francie Breen and Senior player Colm Browne had his
21 st . We would encourage all members to pop into the club bar for a refreshment and a bit of
post match analysis after games as there is a great atmosphere and it is a great way to support
the club!
Club Lotto:
There was no winner of the €2,350 jackpot. The numbers drawn were were 6, 15, 17, 27.
Next draw is on Monday May 4th at 7.30pm and the jackpot will be €2,400. Continued
thanks to the following businesses for selling our Lotto tickets on a weekly basis – Kevin
Barry’s Shop, Commanes Bookshop (PC Books), O’Flynns Interiors, Hussey’s, Princes St.,
The Burger Shack, Monavalley and Kirby’s Brogue Inn. And continued thanks to
everyone who purchases a ticket week-in, week-out.
Club Gear
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