An Riocht GAC Club Notes
May 20, 2012By Andrew Magorrian
* An Riocht Senior Footballers travelled to Annaclone on Friday, and after a two week break, were looking to maintain their unbeaten start to Division Two. An Riocht started brightly and a well taken Chris Killen free put them ahead, before Veteran midfielder Paul Murney pointed well from distance. Killen added another free kick and former County starlet John Clarke extended An Riochts leads to Four, before Aidan Fegan registered the 'Clones first score. An Riocht continued to push forward and Conor Doyle pointed to finish off a team great move. Annaclone finished the half the stronger with points from Kevin Anderson and Colm Fegan, the latter a very debatable one as the ball appeared to have gone wide.
Paddy Cole & Chris Killen pointed on the restart and they proved to be An Riochts only Two scores of the half as Annaclone upped their game, hitting Thirteen wides in a Ten minute spell before Kevin Anderson registered his second, and Annaclones Fourth. An Riocht had chances to increase their lead but wayward shooting and sloppy passing stopped this happening. With Five minutes left Annaclone went in search of a goal, but Benny McArdles looping highball floated over the bar to leave the minimum in it. From the resulting kickout, Annaclone gained possession and broke at pace, worked the ball into a goal-scoring position only to see the ball cannon back of the bar as An Riocht rode their luck. An Riochts disciplined defending was impressive, and they showed a great calmness under pressure and grinded out a hard fough win. Final Score: An Riocht 0-07 Annaclone 0-05
An Riocht Team: Brendan McVeigh, Sean Clarke, Deaglan O'Reilly, Michael Trainor, Paul Sherry, Liam McVeigh, Conor Doyle, Paul Murney, Declan Doyle, Ronan McAlinden, Chris Killen, Rory Cunningham, Paddy Cole, John Clarke, Paddy Gartland. Subs: Brendan Allen, Conor Cole, Niall McGovern, James Cunningham
* An Riocht Senior Reseves took on Kilcoo at Dunavil on a Sun Soaked Sunday afternoon. An Riocht fielded a very youthful team and too their credit they impressed, Ryan Speirs and Mark Higgins made their Seconds debut and didn't look out of place and Ryan White continued his good form he's been showing as of late. We would like to wish Paddy Cordell a speedy recovery on the injury he picked up, we hope to see him back soon.
* An Riocht Senior Camogie team took on Ballycran on Monday evening at Dunavil. The home team started brightly and goals from Colleen Fearon, Maria Higgins and Sophie Colgan had them well in front, and Carrie Killen tagged on points to leave An Riocht in the lead at the break. As expected Ballycran didn't lie down and came out fighting in the second half, putting An Riocht under pressure. But two well taken Alana Poland goals steadied An Riocht as they held on for the win. Final Score: An Riocht 5-04 Ballycran 3-02
An Riocht Team: Shaunece Harper, Maria Trainor, Louise Rodgers, Clara Killen, Aine O'Reilly, Maria Higgins, Ciara Cunningham, Michelle Horner, Alana Poland, Sophie Colgan, Carrie Killen, Colleen Fearon, Orla McAlinden, Charlene Whyte
* An Riocht Minor Footballers entertained Loughinisland in the Minor League on Thursday evening at Dunavil, eventually coming out on the right end of a 1-16 to 1-07 result. An Riocht played the game at a very high tempo, letting the ball do the work and reaping the rewards. Steven Doran made some excellent save and his distribution was first class, at Midfield, Declan Doyle gave a master class of long-range pointing and delivering the ball early. Its well known that every team needs a good free taker and in Ronan McAlinden, An Riocht had this in abundance, finishing with Ten scored placed balls.
An Riocht Team: Steven Doran, Declan Clarke, John O'Rourke, Mark Higgins, Brian Rodgers, Kevin Sloan, Ryan Speirs, Kory Colgan, Declan Doyle, John-Paul Farrell, Ronan McAlinden, John Sands, Adam Whit, James Reilly, Nathan McComiskey. Subs: Paul Doyle, Kevin Higgins, Ciaran Cunningham, Michael O'Rourke
* The U16 Footballers match in Shamrocks was called off.
* The U14 Footballers had a commanding win over a lacklustre Tullylish side on Monday evening. Team: Thomas Sloan, Michael Harper, Shane Cunningham, Eoin Sloan, Conal Baldwin, Liam Rodgers, Marc Rooney, Conor Clarle, Conor Small, Dane Matthews, Corey McCormack, Ronan Campbell, Caomhan Campbell, Jack Rafferty, Paddy McComiskey
* Thanks to everyone who helped make the Paul Farrell Cup a success. From shops staff to referees to umpires to the announcer. We are grateful for you your help.
* There was a 'Waxing & Shaving' fundraisers held in the Cove Bar on Saturday night, thanks to all who attended and donated money and a big thanks to Steven and the Cove.
* Ulster Football, Fermanagh v Down on Sunday 3 June, bus booking now, when its full, its full. Names with fare £5 asap.
* Any members requiring match tickets for Fermanagh v Down must give names in before Friday 25 May.
* Friday 1 June 830pm to 10pm Fun Family Table Quiz at Dunavil.
* Young people have sponsor cards for Newry City Marathon, please support.
* An Riocht U18 Camogs received a second walk over in their opening two fixtures when on Friday past Aghaderg/Mayobridge failed to field.
* The County Board organised U10 Camogie Blitz failed to take place.
Tuesday 22 May
7pm U14 Camogie in Clonduff; 7pm Ceol agus Caint;
Wednesday 23 May
6pm U14 Gaelic practice; 6.30pm U8 & U10 Camogie practice; 6.30pm U18 Camogie practice; 7pm First Aid Course; 7.30pm Senior Camogie practice; 7.30pm Senior Football practice.
Thursday 24 May
7pm U10 Football home v Ballymartin; 7pm U14 & U16 Camogie practice; 7pm Seconds Football practice; 7.30pm U14 Football in Mitchels
Friday 25 May
6.30pm Senior Camogie practice; 7pm U18 Camogie in Ballyholland; 7.30pm Senior Football home v Liatroim.
Saturday 26 May
930am to 430pm Charity Car Wash at Dunavil; 9.45am Social Initiative Keep Fit in conjunction with Ulster Cancer Foundation Man Alive project and a Healthy Breakfast served from 10.30am; 10am U6 Gaelic practice; 10.30am U8 Football Blitz at Dunavil; 10.30am U10 Football in Clonduff; 12pm U12 Camogie in Atticall; 7pm Ladies Football Ballymartin v Clonduff at Dunavil.
Sunday 27 May
11am U12 Football home v St Michaels; 12.30pm Senior Feis Football in Kilcoo
Monday 28 May
7pm Senior Camogie home v Atticall; 7.30pm U14 Football home v Clan Na Derg
Tuesday 29 May
7pm U14 Camogie home v Atticall; 7.30pm U12 Football home v Atticall Tweet
