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From half time it wasn't in doubt!!! There were two points in it at half time and O' Brien's save from Jogger would have made it a two point game with five mins left. Any poster not fully acknowledging David O' Reilly's talent, attitude and accuracy is disappointed that CTG won. As for the crowd, there was a huge attendance
Claretandblue (Westmeath) - Posts: 1930 - 03/11/2024 13:34:56 2578096 Link 1 |
No CTG were the far better team, I'm not sure why you said sour grapes. I never suggested CTG didn't deserve their win. I gave them full credit, sure I stated it was over at HT and they were just going through the gears. To be honest my point is they could and should have won by more only for Noel Conaty and I agree Daly staying in would not have saved LLG, but because they seemed to me to be playing 1 dimensionally launching long to him and Jogger his loss was probably most acute for LLG. I tried to point out aspects of the game that I felt were good for them and LLG and what both could have improved. I agree OReilly played well maybe I should have said that but I assumed that is widely agreed. But I was thinking of the next level. Someone mentioned his physical presence and I agree he is young but he will need more power. While it didn't affect his performance yesterday I also think that no matter how good anyone is, scoring 1-5 and not asking if the opposition (especially in terms of level of marking) were a factor is not presenting the whole case (and you all have being pointing out for weeks hIs threat) so that in mind that is a post mortem that LLG will and should do especially as you would think they would have man marked him. On the CTG forwards there was a lot they did apart from scoring that was super. They found lots of space and the diagonal balls from HBL to HFL and FFL was super, no one mentioned that. I also never said they had bad forwards. I made the point that they was only 1 LLG back who managed to contain CTG. But… My point on their forwards return was 5 goal opportunities 2 in the first and 3 more in the second were all very very clear goal chances, and I'm fairly sure when they do their review before the next game if they are honest they will not at all be happy with 1 goal no matter how many points they did scored, or how much ye have praised them especially if other posters here are to be believed as some seem to be suggesting that LLG were still in the game until the end and those missed goals if that is to be believed could have haunted CTG. IMHO CTG had extra gears all day. Everyone seemed happy to laud CTG but not ask did LLG play well or to full potential or was their level of performance a factor in the final score line and a 7 point win which being fair includes 2-3 goals left behind. The score line as it was was good for both teams. I did ask could it have been even better on good dry day and firm ground because one might expect it could be. The only other comment I'll make is that posters here need to be more analytical and fair in response. I gave an analysis of what I saw. Calling someone's opinion ridiculous which a few did is just being adverse. You weren't the only one and you made the point in context which is not so bad so I won't be taking it personally but a few other posters could all take a step back and allow people to give a point of view. You all might not like it but you don't have to be belligerent. Anyway I'll leave ye all to it. Everyone here clearly knows more that I don't see any point giving a different point of view or perspective if posters just get disparaging. Oh and for the record for a few others who asked I was at the game. Iveagh (Westmeath) - Posts: 6 - 03/11/2024 22:33:55 2578239 Link 0 |
Is this the same slow Gaels back line that have been playing excellent all year and limited clonkill in the semi? David o Reilly is a super talent no question about that and inter county full back lines struggle marking him
westmeathgaa11 (Westmeath) - Posts: 296 - 04/11/2024 08:55:26 2578264 Link 1 |
I think your view on O Reilly is correct and should be commended.Why? Simply because this young man has the potential to be among the best forwards in the country not to mind Westmeath and to achieve this he will need to be physically stronger. We will see this soon when he will contend with Kilkenny defenders. The reality is to be highly competitive CTG will have to up their game a lot before next weekend amid celebrations. Dont be getting up on your high horse and running off.WH hurling needs constructive criticism and we all get flak on here. jobber (Westmeath) - Posts: 1604 - 04/11/2024 09:19:22 2578272 Link 0 |
Fair statements They will give it a go whether it's enough doubt but agree. I think David is great yes of course he is young and has areas to work on but still time for that Gaaforlife2023 (Longford) - Posts: 531 - 04/11/2024 09:38:20 2578277 Link 0 |
O'Reilly is only just 19, he has plenty of time to fill out. He is a tall lad and the most important thing is his hurling ability is outstanding. The same thing is being said about Screeney in Offaly regarding being too light, that can be worked on but the likes of O'Reilly and Screeney have that skill and ability that can't be coached. I'd rather have to work on a lads S&C than have a unit of a lad that can't hurl.
Dheen (Westmeath) - Posts: 959 - 04/11/2024 09:47:21 2578278 Link 0 |
O Reilly is a smashing young player. Give him time and he will be doing that for Westmeath at senior level
A_Chairde (Westmeath) - Posts: 247 - 04/11/2024 09:57:07 2578283 Link 0 |
Exactly but people are forgetting his performances in the Joe Mcdonagh this year at 18. His debut season. 1-02 vs Offaly, 0-05 up in Down, 0-06 vs Meath, 0-04 vs Laois. He's already doing it.
Dheen (Westmeath) - Posts: 959 - 04/11/2024 11:01:23 2578287 Link 2 |
Castletown stronger than LLG all over the pitch. To me o Reilly a player very similar to martin Comerford of kilkenny great skill and strength with plenty of time to fill out. Hurling seems to be his main focus now as he is a better hurler than footballer so that time with the county will benefit him. Could be a good spell for Castletown raharney will be back but wouldnt bet against CTG doing a double with the young squad there.
Dazzler30 (Westmeath) - Posts: 36 - 04/11/2024 11:01:40 2578288 Link 0 |
Unfortunately I can't see father Dalton's going far in Leinster, playing v strong team from laois who won a senior not long ago and were in senior finals preddan (Kildare) - Posts: 762 - 04/11/2024 12:50:31 2578313 Link 0 |
CBS Mullingar vs CBS Kilkenny in the Leinster junior "A" semi final confirmed for this Wednesday at 12pm in Robinstown. Having beaten Enniscorthy of Wexford and Colaiste Eoin of Dublin comprehensively the Mullingar school are aiming for an historic Leinster hurling final at "A" level and give Westmeath hurling a major shot in the arm. Bundles of talent on the team and managed by Adrian Moran. This side are likely to be the backbone of the county minor team for 2025. Dheen (Westmeath) - Posts: 959 - 04/11/2024 15:21:14 2578350 Link 1 |
I agree its a big challenge for the 3 Westmeath clubs.I hear the Laois lads think they are going to have a real go at Leinster but if Daltons play like they did v Delvin they are well capable.Brownstown have to go to Carlow with no Conor Shaw or Rice and Castletown facing hot Leinster favourites Thomastown.
jobber (Westmeath) - Posts: 1604 - 04/11/2024 15:43:41 2578353 Link 0 |
yes they have laois county players past and present involved including scully who did the damage against westmeath in that league play off in 2021, id say definiltey in with a good chance in leinster if not further. westmeath needs a good club year in leinster badly
preddan (Kildare) - Posts: 762 - 04/11/2024 20:04:44 2578401 Link 0 |
True but the draw has not been kind.Castletown face team 2nd favourites to win All Ireland,Daltons face without a doubt a team who can do a Thomastown in 2025 while Brownstown have to travel to Cullen Park without 2 key players.
jobber (Westmeath) - Posts: 1604 - 05/11/2024 07:55:02 2578419 Link 0 |
The draw is never kind, we always face either the Dublin or Kilkenny champions in the first round. I do feel CTG will be up for it though, we will see how it all goes. Is Conor Shaw injured for Brownstown?
Dheen (Westmeath) - Posts: 959 - 05/11/2024 10:46:12 2578430 Link 0 |
I agree with a lot of your takes but no way will Dalton win senior A next year nothing they are bad team don't think they will
Gaaforlife2023 (Longford) - Posts: 531 - 05/11/2024 14:22:15 2578463 Link 0 |
Never mind I misread your statement agree. My apologies. Gaaforlife2023 (Longford) - Posts: 531 - 05/11/2024 14:23:09 2578464 Link 0 |
Lads I'm sticking my neck on the line here I really fancy CTG against Thomastown. The style of hurling now being all about possession has really equalised the playing field. KK hurling either inter county or club has always been about ball winners and hurling man against man. They struggle if you play against them doing something different, either sweeper or extra midfielder.You should never be afraid of them. The only thing CTG should be concerned with is their own ambition. Happy to win Westmeath senior or go all out to start making the next step. You've O Reilly scoring 1-5 and O Brien 10 points and varley chipping in with 3 points. Christ lads scoring 1-27 and having three good goal chances saved is not to be sniffed at.
2maroonjerseys (Galway) - Posts: 99 - 05/11/2024 15:02:37 2578473 Link 1 |
You obviously havn't seen Thomastown play in the last 12 months to make such a sweeping statement? Their movement, working the ball through the lines and stick work is phenomenal, not to mention the ferocity of their tackling versus two of the best club teams in Ireland Ballyhale and O'Loughlin Gaels. Thomastown are playing one of the best brands of hurling I have seen a club play in years. I'm not saying Castletown can't win, but Thomastown are definitely not a hit and hope and catch team. Past hurler (None) - Posts: 827 - 05/11/2024 16:04:14 2578483 Link 0 |
I do like the optimism, Castletown are well capable and as you say scoring 1-27 and having 3 certain goals saved is definitely nothing to be sniffed at, I actually think Castletown were only going through the years too their is plenty more in them. As the weather potentially worsens though it won't suit their style of play, they like to play nice hurling and spray the ball around the pitch. Thomastown are a super team and are playing fantastic hurling, they coasted through the Intermediate club championship last year and then cut through O'Loughlin Gaels in the Kilkenny final and won comfortably enough in the end. Nobody will be expecting Castletown to win but we would all love a good performance and to show they can mix it with the Kilkenny boys. Castletown have some excellent stickmen, they are the most balanced club side in Westmeath and are the one side you'd put out against Thomastown If you had to pick one of our clubs to play them. I'd imagine Johnny Bermingham will pick up John Donnelly Dheen (Westmeath) - Posts: 959 - 05/11/2024 17:09:39 2578492 Link 0 |