An Riocht Club notes
May 16, 2011An under strength An Riocht fought hard to draw with Rostrevor at Dunavil on Friday night, however both teams performances were not senior standard
An Riocht were without starred players Martin Clarke and Declan Doyle as well as Christopher Killen, James Colgan, Deaglan O'Reilly, Paul Murney and Jim Clarke who were unavailable due to injury while Rostrevor had to field without ace player Sean Parr.
The game got under way with Paddy Cole converting a dead ball, Adrian Mackin then scored the first of his three points. Ronan McAlinden who was making his senior debut didn't take long to get himself on the scoreboard after Sean Clarke made a brilliant pass over the head of Ryan Carvill straight into McAlindens hands who popped it over the bar. Adrian Mackin and Conor Mackin caused trouble for An Riocht however Conor McVeigh stood up the challenge and made some first class blocks to keep Rostrevor out.
The game was played at a poor standard, mistake after mistake and both set of supporters were getting frustrated. An Riocht were boosted by the arrival of John Clarke onto the field and the team began to lift their game with his appearance.
Dermot Morgan found himself in front of goal but failed to beat Brendan McVeigh who made an all-star save. Rostrevor keeper Jonathan Parr scored a fifty at the end of the half to send Rostrevor in leading 5 points to 4 at the break.
The second half began with Rostrevor adding two more points through John Fegan and Conor Magee.
John Clarke made a great solo down the sideline and then found Ronan McAlinden who added to his tally. An Riocht were then awarded a penalty when Paddy Cole was brought down in the box. Ronan McAlinden hit the penalty but couldn't beat Jonathan Parr in the Rostrevor goal. McAlinden didn't let the penalty miss affect him as he managed to get himself 7 points in all.
Both teams had their chances to win the game however both managers will settle for the point. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Paul Allen injured in Fridays match.
Man of the Match: Conor McVeigh
An Riocht: Brendan McVeigh, Conor McVeigh, Michael Trainor, Paul Allen, Joe McVeigh, Liam McVeigh (0-1), Conor Cole, Patrick Cole(0-1), Sean Clarke, Paddy Gartland, Richard Annett, James Cunningham (0-1), Ronan McAlinden (0-7), Kieran McVeigh, Paul Sherry. Subs used Darren White, Darren Doyle, John Clarke, Liam Harper
Rostrevor: Jonathan Parr (0-1), Jarlath Farrell, Eamon McConville, Ryan Carvill, Christopher Magee, Martin Cole, Kevin McGrath, Colm Murney, Conor Magee (0-1), Conor Fegan, Brain Cole (0-1), Conor Mackin (0-1), Adrain Mackin (0-3), John Fegan (0-1), Dermot Morgan. Subs used: Collie Clerkin (0-2), Nicholas Mills
*The Second footballers were denied their second victory of the season by a late Mayobridge goal on Saturday evening in Mayobridge. An Riocht played well throughout the game and managers Jim Allen and Peter Walsh will be happy with the teams recent improvement. The seconds had great performances form Michael "Plug" Clarke and Rory Cunningham. Team: G Finnegan, Michael Plug Clarke, M Rodgers, Michael Clarke, C Doyle, P Sherry, A O'Hanlon, S Clarke, R Cunningham, D Flanegan, R Annett, C Cole, D White, JL Cordell, D Doyle. Subs J McCartan, S McArdle
* The under 16 footballers drew 0-7 to 0-7 with Mitchels on Thursday night. Speaking with Manager Edmon Kali he said that is very happy with the teams start to the season and hopes to stay undefeated at home.
* The under 14 footballers lost to Bosco on Monday 5-12 to 5-03, An Riocht had to play the game without the services of Conor Clarke, Aidan Sloan and Stephen Flood due to injury. Bosco dominated the first half going in at the break leading 3-10 to 0-00. However An Riocht came back at them in the second half scoring a fantastic 5-03. Team and scorers: T Sloan, M Harper, S Cunningham, M Rooney, C Small, R White, R Matthews, L Rogers (0-1), J Rafferty, A Eastwood (1-0), D Morgan (1-2), D Hardy, D Matthews (1-0), D Campbell (2-0), A Harper, subs: P McComiskey
* The Senior Camogs lost to Ballyholland in the Ulster League but maintained their 100% record in the Down league with a 3-8 to 2-0 win over visiting Ballygalget on Sunday evening.
* The U14 Camogs lost the Division Four Ulster Feile Final to Bellaghy on Saturday.
* The Moulin Rouge night was a great success, well done to all involved and a big thanks to all those who helped.
* There is a Camogie committee meeting on Thursday 20th May at 730pm.
* Mourne Hurlers play at Dunavil on Thursday and Friday of this week.
* Kilkeel Knights play the Tigers at Dunavil on Saturday at 6pm.
* Saturday 28 May Ulster Championship Armagh v Down; any member, gift-aider or sponsor requiring a ticket must leave their name into the box at the office before 7pm on Wednesday 18 May.
* Keep Saturday 19th November free for a Special Event, Comóradh Tríocha Bliain.
* School Around The Corner, school days remembered, Friday 17 June at Dunavil with Frank Mitchell, Big O & Live Music.
* The Kingdom Golf Classic at Kilkeel Golf Club, from 1pm to 5pm Friday 10 June, contact the club to play in or sponsor this event
* The An Riocht Social Initiative group invite you to their next venture on Bank Holiday Monday 30 May at 11am. The 'Big Breakfast' morning at the Kingdom clubrooms - craic, football talk with special guests and a good feed. You do not need to have played gaelic games to take part in the Social Initiative so if aged 50+ come along and give it a try!
* Come along to Bingo every Sunday night at the club at 8 o'clock, you might get lucky.
*The Development Committee will be meeting tonight Wednesday 18th May at 7.00pm
* The An Riocht Senior footballers travel to Saval this week. Both teams are on five points and a win will be crucial for both teams. An Riocht will be without county men Martin Clarke, Brendan McVeigh, James Colgan and John Clarke while Saval will be without the services of Daniel Hughes. Another thrilling contest should be in store so make sure you are in Saval this Friday night to cheer on our boys.
This weeks fixtures:
Wednesday 18th May
7.30pm Senior Camogie An Riocht v Ballycran at Dunavil
Friday 20th May
7.30pm Senior Football Saval v An Riocht
Saturday 21st May
U10 Football Blitz at Dunavil, under 12 Camogie An Riocht v Atticall at Dunavil, under 16 Camogie An Riocht v Warrenpoint at Dunavil
Sunday 22nd May
11am under 12 football An Riocht v Clann Na Banna, 2pm Seconds football An Riocht v Burren, 6.30pm Thirds football Atticall V An Riocht
Monday 23rd May
7pm Senior camogie Longstone v An Riocht, 7pm under 10 football An Riocht v Ballymartin, 7.30pm under 14 football Glenn v An Riocht,
Tuesday 24 May
under 14 Camogie Warrenpoint v An Riocht Tweet
