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MINOR MANAGEMENT 2010

The Club is delighted to announce that Padraig Cosgrove will manage the Minor team for 2010. Padraig will be assisted by Richie Murray and Tom Keena.

TRAINING

Minor training continues every Saturday at 5:30 and Wednesday at 7:45.

FIXTURE

 

Deelside Coaches Minor Football Championship: Wednesday 4th August at 7pm in Garrycastle: Garrycastle –v- St Earnans (M Malone, Referee).

 

RESULTS

Minor League (14/7/10)

Garrycastle 1 - 9 Ballynacarrigy 4 - 12

Garrycastle made the trip to Ballynacarrigy last Wednesday and suffered a heavy loss to a more skillful and efficient home team. Two Ronan McComack frees, a point from Barry Ruane and a goal from Eamonn Rattigan left the scores 1-03 to 3-05 in favour of Ballynacarrigy at half time.

The second half did not get much better from a Garrycastle point of view, as they continued to ship some heavy scores. Two excellent 45 metre kicks from Alex Gardiner along with points from Ronan McCormack(free), Barry Ruane, Jack Donoghue and Paul Gunning finished Garrycastle’s scoring.

A poor performance on the day from Garrycastle who were best served by David Hickey, Justin Barrett and Paul Gunning. Special mention must go to stand in goalkeeper Michael Fagan who produced some wonderful saves particularly in the second half.

GARRYCASTLE: Michael Fagan, Sean Carey, David Brougham, Eamonn Rattigan, David Hickey, Gary McCallon, Keith Donoghue, Barry Ruane, Justin Barrett, Enda Keena, Alex Gardiner, Jack Donoghue, Sean Moran, Ronan McCormack and Paul Gunning.

Minor League (30/6/10)

Garrycastle 1 - 7 Caulry 0 - 4

Garrycastle minors collected a further two points with a hard fought win over Caulry on Wednesday of last week. Played in wet conditions and with a very strong wind, the team that were able to adapt best to the conditions would come out on top. Fortunately it was Garrycastle who with the backing of the wind in the second half would go on to win the game.

Caulry opened the scoring but Garrycastle responded with a point from Eoin Monaghan. Garrycastles defence was pushed to the limit for the remainder of the half but were able to hold Caulry to two further points leaving it 0-03 to 0-01 at half time.

With the elements now in their favour for the second half, Garrycastle began to take control of the game. With great defensive work from Barry Ruane, Gary McCallon and Keith Donoghue along with a strong showing from midfield pair Justin Barrett and Stephen Brennan, Garrycastle were now well on top. Points from Ronan McCormack (3 frees) Paul Gunning (2) and a goal from Alex Gardiner saw Garrycastle on their way. Caulry pulled one back before Killian Dickson finished off the scoring with a fine point.

Garrycastle; Michael Fagan, Sean Carey, Barry Ruane, Conor Donoghue, Eoin Monaghan, Gary McCallon, Keith Donoghue, Jstin Barrett, Stephen Brennan, Enda Keena, Peter Coleman, Jack Donoghue, Paul Gunning, Alex Gardiner and Ronan McCormack.
Subs: Sean Moran, Killian Dickson and Diarmuid Mulvihill

 

MINOR LEAGUE (6/5/10)

Garrycastle 2-8 Castledaly 2-7

Garrycastle picked up their first win in the league last Wednesday evening away to Castledaly. Fielding without their county minor player Robbie Henshaw who was missing, Garrycastle nonetheless came away with the two points. Garrycastle started the brighter with two points from Keith Donoghue and a long range goal from the lively Ronan Donoghue. Castledaly responded well and scored 1-03 without reply. Despite Garrycastle missing a penalty, they went in at half-time one point up after two further points from Paul Gunning and Keith Donoghue.

Garrycastle were under alot of pressure for most of the second half but were always able to keep a point or two ahead of their opponents. Two points from Paul Gunning and two Alex Gardiner frees plus a fantastic goal from Ronan Donoghue saw Garrycastle hang on for a one point victory.

Good performances on the night from debutant Mark Gaughan, Gary McCallon, Justin Barrett, Ronan Donoghue, Paul Gunning asnd Keith Donoghue.

GARRYCASTLE: Mark Keenan, Sean Carey, David Brougham, Mark Gaughan, Eamonn Rattigan (Gavin Ward 40min) Jamie Hoey (Conor Donoghue), Gary McCallon, Justin Barrett, Stephen Brennan, Enda Keena, Alex Gardiner, Ronan Donoghue, Paul Gunning, Ronan McCormack (Eoin Monaghan 45min) and Keith Donoghue. Sean Moran, Killian Dickson and Peter Coleman.

MINOR LEAGUE (21/3/2010)

Garrycastle 1 - 9 St. Marys Rochfortbridge 2 – 12

Garrycastle Minors suffered their second successive defeat in the league losing to St Marys on Sunday last. The home team got of to a good start when Enda Keena pointed. Garrycastle continued playing good football for the remainder of the half and further points from Ronan McCormack (2 frees) Justin Barrett, Enda Keena, Paul Gunning and Ronan Donoghue helped them to a 0-7 to 0-4 point lead at the break. Within ten minutes of the re-start all had changed though with St Marys scoring 1-4 without reply, the goal coming from the penalty spot after a bad mix up in the Garrycastle defence. Garrycastle responded with a goal of their own when Justin Barrett fired to the net. Two further Ronan McCormack frees finished the Garrycastle scoring. St Marys finished strong with their second goal and a further three points.

GARRYCASTLE: Mark Keenan, Conor Donoghue, Keith Flynn, Sean Carey, Keith Donoghue, Jamie Hoey, Eamonn Rattigan, Justin Barett (1-1), Sean Brennan, Enda Keena (0-2), Eoin Monaghan, Alex Gardiner, Paul Gunning (0-1), Ronan McCormack (0-4), Ronan Donoghue (0-1).

Subs: Sean Moran, Killian Dickson and Diarmuid Mulvihill.

Minor training continues every Saturday at 5:30 and Wednesdays at 7:45.

Minor league fixture: Garrycastle: Friday 26th March 18:30 Garrycastle vs. Moate All Whites.

MINOR LEAGUE (28/2/2010)


Maryland/Tang 5 - 11 Garrycastle 0-2

Garrycastle had a very disappointing start to their league campaign on Sunday last. Missing a number of regulars they lost out to a strong Maryland/Tang team.

GARRYCASTLE: Mark Keenan, Conor Donoghue, Sean Carey, Eamonn Rattigan, David Hickey, David Brougham, Stephen Brennan, Justin Barrett, Gary McCallon, Enda Keena, Killian Dickson, Keith Donoghue, Michael Fagan, Ronan McCormack (0-2), Paul Gunning.

Subs: Diarmuid Mulvihill for Michael Fagan; Michael Fagan for David Brougham.

MINOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP (DIVISION 2) FINAL (14/11/2009)

ST MALACHYS/BALLINAGORE 3 – 7 GARRYCASTLE 1 – 7

Garrycastle minors had to endure the agony of defeat in the Division 2 final last Saturday afternoon. The game was moved from Hogan Park, Moate, to Lakepoint Park, Mullingar, following the heavy rainfall overnight.

Garrycastle made a bright start but some promising early chances were not converted into scores. St Malachys /Ballinagore were to grab a goal in their first attack of the game in the 3rd minute and matters got worse for the Garrycastle lads in the 7th minute when another slick move saw a second green flag raised as St Malachys /Ballinagore got a second goal to stretch their lead. Garrycastle hot back with their first score soon afterwards, when Stephen Relihan pointed a close range free. St Malachys /Ballinagore were playing good incisive football at this stage and hit over a succession of points from her to the 27th minute, in fact they increased their lead by adding 5 unanswered points in succession. Garrycastle were struggling to gain any foothold in the St Malachys /Ballinagore half, but did get a couple of points before the break, with Alex Gardiner and Sean Brennan on the scoreboard in the final minutes of the first half. This left Garrycastle trailing by 2-5 to 0-3 at the break.

Garrycastle needs to get a good start if they were to make a game of it. However, disaster struck in the first minute of the second half, when another St Malachys /Ballinagore attack yielded their third goal of the game. This left 9 points between the sides but there was almost a full half to recover. The Garrycastle fight back started in the 34th minute when Stephen Relihan struck a precious goal for his team. Garrycastle drove forward at every opportunity but found it hard to break down a stubborn St Malachys /Ballinagore defence. In fact the St Malachys /Ballinagore substitute goalkeeper brought a number of fine saves to deny Garrycastle a much needed goal. Points from Tom O’Halloran and a free for Stephen Relihan were the only reward for this period of Garrycastle dominance. A pointed free in the 48th minute for St Malachys /Ballinagore eased the pressure on their defence. Further points from Robbie Henshaw and Tom O’Halloran kept Garrycastle in touch, but with only 5 minutes remaining they now needed goals to rescue the match. In fact it was St Malachys /Ballinagore who registered the final score with a point with just 3 minutes remaining. Garrycastle pressed forward but all their attacks were repelled by the St Malachys /Ballinagore defenders.

While these young players will be disappointed to lose a final, they showed great heart and determination to fight back from a bit deficit at the break. On another day some of the goal chances may have been converted. However, they have to concede that the better side won on the day and we extend our congratulations to St Malachys /Ballinagore.

Best for Garrycastle were Liam Flynn, Gary Mullery and Gary McCallon in defence. Robbie Henshaw worked tirelessly through in midfield. Stephen Relihan and Tom O’Halloran impressed most in attack. The entire panel of players, many of whom are available at minor again in 2010, put in a great effort during the year and can be proud of their efforts throughout. Well done also to the management team of Thomas Keena and his assistants, Padraig Cosgove, James Duignan, Padraig Rattigan and John Gaffey.

GARRYCASTLE: Ian Gardiner, Justin Barrett, Liam Flynn, Keith Donoghue, David Broughan, Gary Mullery (Capt), Gary McCallon, Robbie Henshaw (0-1), David McHugh, Alex Gardiner (0-1), Sean Brennan (0-1), Eoin Monaghan, Stephen Relihan (1-2, 0-2f), Tom O’Halloran (0-2) and Enda Keena.
SUBS: Jamie Hoey for Keith Donoghue (18 min); Shane Mulvihill for Enda Keena (44 min); Ian Turley for Alex Gardiner (55 min) and Jack Donoghue for Eoin Monaghan (57 min).

MINOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI- FINAL (1/11/09)

Garrycastle 2 - 8 Tyrrellspass 2 - 7

Garrycastle made it through to the Minor County Final with a hard fought one point victory over Tyrrellspass on Sunday last in St. Lomans Lakepoint Park. With much confusion surrounding the playing of the fixture, the match was eventually moved from a water-logged Tyrrellspass pitch to the Mullingar venue.

Garrycastle had one change from the quarter final with Ian Turley replacing Ian Gardiner on the wing. Tom O'Halloran opened our scoring with a well taken point from play but Tyrrellspass were quick to respond with a point of their own. Tyrellspass then had the chance to get the first goal of the game when they were awarded a penalty, but fortunately for Garrycastle the shot struck the post and was cleared. Stephen Rellihan and Eoin Monaghan then kicked two further points for the 'Castle. Tyrellspass then kicked over a free before Ian Turley finished off a fine team move to leave it 0-4 to 0-2 at half-time.

With the wind at our backs for the second half Garrycastle hoped to add some early scores but it was Tyrrellspass who started the brighter and kicked a good point. David McHugh tapped over a fine point, when minutes later Enda Keena burst on to a through ball to calmly place the ball in the roof of the net for a great goal. Again Tyrrellspass fought back and were awarded their second penalty of the game which they converted. Garrycastle were now under alot of pressure and needed a score which Eoin Monaghan provided with his second point. Sean Brennan kicked a huge point from out on the wing and then Brennan himself pounced on a loose ball and skillfully flicked the ball to the net for our second goal . But this Tyrrellspass team were not to give up just yet and kicked two points in a row. Tom O'Halloran kicked a vital score for Garrycastle after good work from Alex Gardiner. With the game entering its dying moments Tyrrellspass were awarded a 14 metre free. Garrycastle lined the goal-line with players and when the Tyrrellspass player shot for goal the ball was saved but not cleared. This led to an almighty scrammble ending with the ball been eventually buried to the back of the net. But this was to prove the last action of a right good battle of a game.

Ian Gardiner was a solid presence in goals, with Justin Barrett and Liam Flynn putting in fine performances. Keith Donoghue again excelled at corner back while David Brougham and Gary McCallon worked tirelessly for the 60 minutes. Gary Mullery at centre back led the team by example with an inspiring display. The midfield duo of Robbie Henshaw and David McHugh ran themselves into the ground for the cause. Ian Turley and Eoin Monaghan contributed 3 points between them, while at centre forward Sean Brennan's work rate was exceptional. Enda Keena had one of his best performances of the year, while the inside two of Stephen Rellihan and Tom O'Halloran were always a major threat when on the ball.

Garrycastle now progress to the final where they await the winners of St. Malachys/Ballinagore and Rosemount. These players have put in a massive effort all year and all Garrycastle supporters are urged to come out and cheer the boys on when hopefully they can bring the cup back to Garrycastle.

GARRYCASTLE: Ian Gardiner, Keith Donoghue, Liam Flynn, Justin Barrett, David Brougham, Gary Mullery, Gary McCallon, Robbie Henshaw, David McHugh, Ian Turley (Alex Gardiner), Sean Brennan, Eoin Monaghan, Stephen Rellihan, Tom O'Halloran and Enda Keena (Jamie Hoey).

Subs not used: Jack Donoghue, Barry Ruane, Eamonn Rattigan, Sean Carey, Conor Donoghue, Mark Keenan, Paul Gunning.

Minor Club Championship (Preliminary Round)

Garrycastle 5 - 15 Ballinacarrigy 0 - 5

Garrycastle got their championship campaign back on track with a comprehensive victory over Ballinacarrigy. Goals from Alex Gardiner, Sean Brennan, Gary McCallon and two from team captain helped them on their way.

Garrycastle: Ian Gardiner, Keith Donohue, Liam Flynn, Justin Barrett, Gary McCallon, David Brougham, Gary Mullery, Robbie Henshaw, David McHugh, Eoin Monaghan, Shane Mullvihill, Alex Gardiner, Stephen Relihan, Sean Brennan and Enda Keena.
Subs; Barry Ruane, Eamonn Rattigan, Jack Donoghue, Sean Carey and Conor Donoghue.

Minor Club Championship (Quarter Final) - 18/10/2009

Garrycastle 4 - 14 Moate All Whites 0 - 4


Our Minors advanced to the championship semi finals with a fine victory over Moate in Garrycastle last Sunday morning. Garrycastle started brightly and were unlucky not to have raised a green flag with their first attack. Gary McCallon got his sides first point with a fine shot from out on the wing. Eoin Monaghan added a second and soon after Alex Gardiner scored the first goal of the game with a powerful shot to the roof of the net. Moate scored their first point from a free and likewise Stephen Rellihan opened his account from a placed ball. Garrycastle took control for the remainder of the half and further points from Rellihan (2), David McHugh, Monaghan with his second, Enda Keena and Sean Brennan left the scores 1-09 to 0-01 at the break.

Moate opening the scoring in the second half before Tom O'Halloran burst into life hitting a goal and a point in quick succession. Brennan then added his second before substitute Ian Turleys long range effort decieved the Moate goalkeeper and flew into the back of the net. O'Halloran hammered home his second major of the game and himself and Monaghan (2) finished off the Garrycastle scoring with well taking points. Moate added a further two points leaving Garrycastle worthy winners.

The semi final has been fixed for next Sunday away to Tyrellspass. Hopefully a big crowd will turn out and support this talented bunch of lads in their quest to reach the final.

Garrycastle; Ian Gardiner, Keith Donohue, Liam Flynn, Justin Barrett, Gary McCallon, David Brougham, Gary Mullery, Robbie Henshaw, David McHugh, Eoin Monaghan, Sean Brennan, Alex Gardiner, Stephen Relihan, Tom O'Halloran and Enda Keena.

Subs; Ian Turley, Eamonn Rattigan, Jack Donoghue, Sean Carey, Jamie Hoey and Mark Keenan.

MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP (17/8/09)


The minor team got off to the worst possible start against Tyrrellspass in the Championship , conceeding 3 goals in the first fifteen minutes and trailing by 8 points at half time.
The second half saw a complete transformation and Garrycastle had total dominance in all areas of the field. This dominance was not reflected in the scores and despite two great goals from Shane Mulvihill and Sean Brennan,the 17 wides kicked proved costly as Tyrrellspass held on to win by one point. Best for Garrycastle were Shane Mulvihill, David Mc Hugh, Stephen Relihan and Robbie Henshaw.
The next Championship game is against Ballinacarrigy.
GARRYCASTLE: Ian Gardiner, Sean Carey, David Brougham, Justin Barret, Gary Mullery, Shane Mulvihill, Jamie Hoey, Robbie Henshaw, Liam Flynn, Ian Turley, David McHugh, Stephen Relihan, Alex Gardiner, Sean Brennan, Enda Keena, Keith Donoghue, Eamonn Rattigan, Peter Coleman, Conor Donoghue and Barry Ruane.

MINOR LEAGUE (Division 1): 9/4/2009

ST. LOMAN'S 1 - 7 Garrycastle 0 - 4

Garrycastle fell to their first defeat of the league campaign going down to St. Lomans at Lakepoint Park last Thursday night. With only fifteen players to choose from, Garrycastle took to the field playing against a very strong wind in the first half. The home side drew first blood with a point from play and then had the opportunity to go further ahead when the referee awarded them a penalty. The full forward stepped up to take it and although his effort looked like it was destined for the net, Ian Gardiner dived full stretch to turn it around the post. This fantastic save from our goalkeeper brought us to life and we equalised when David McHugh slotted over a free. St. Lomans responded well though and started to use the wind to their advantage. A siege on the Garrycastle goal for the remainder of the half left the team in blue leading 1-04 to 0-01 at half-time.

Garrycastle re-grouped at the interval and started the second period after making some positional changes. However Lomans again started the stronger and tapped over a further two points. We then had the chance to get back into the game when the ref gave his second penalty of the evening when a St. Lomans defender handled the ball on the ground. David McHugh sent their goalkeeper the wrong way but unfortunately the ball hit the 'keepers foot and crept wide. From the resulting 45 metre kick, Sean Brennan blasted over. McHugh kicked over his second free of the game and the impressive Peter Coleman rounded off a good move with his first point for the club. The home team completed the scoring with another point leaving Garrycastle with a six point defeat.

A bad first half performance from Garrycastle and although efforts slightly improved in the second period the team will be very disappointed with the result. Travelling to any game with the bare fifteen players will always be tough and it must be noted that management received no contact or phone calls from the players that were missing. Best for Garrycastle were Ian Gardiner who really put in a great performance between the posts, Liam Flynn and Keith Donoghue at the back. Sean Brennan battled hard at midfield, while up front Peter Coleman and David McHugh were the pick of the six.

GARRYCASTLE: Ian Gardiner, Sean Carey, Liam Flynn, Keith Donoghue, Gary Hogan, Gary Mullery, Gary McCallon, Sean Brennan, David Brougham, Ian Turley, Peter Coleman, Barry Ruane, Enda Keena, David McHugh, Eamonn Rattigan.

MINOR LEAGUE (Division 1): 27/3/2009

Garrycastle 2 - 8 Athlone 0 - 11

Garrycastle opened their league account with a three point win over neighbours Athlone last Wednesday night. With harsh weather conditions not favouring either side, the large attending crowd were treated to an entertaining match. Athlone drew first blood and took a two point lead from two frees. Garrycastle finally woke up and burst into life scoring 2-02 without reply. Ace corner forward Tom O'Halloran inflicted serious damage on the Athlone defence with two fantastic goals. The away team responded with another two pointed frees, before Shane Mulvihill and Ian Turley added two more points much to the home supporters delight, leaving the score 2-04 to 0-4 at the break.

Athlone started the second half with great determination, hitting five unanswered points. Things worsened for Garrycastle when team captain Shane Mulvihill had to retire due to injury. The momentum was now with Athlone, but this Garrycastle team has a great spirit and they weren't to lie down. A fine individual effort from Tom O'Halloran and another from a free kept Garrycastle ahead. Athlone scored another two points before David McHugh and O'Halloran rounded off the scoring leaving a three point winning margin.

So a promising start to the campaign for Garrycastle who had strong performances at the back from Liam Flynn, Gary McCallon and Gary Mullery. Shane Mulvihill and Sean Brennan worked hard at midfield. In the forwards David McHugh and Ian Turley put in strong performances while Tom O'Halloran's pace, accuracy and desire picks him out as someone who could have a big future in the game.

Garrycastle Team: Ian Gardiner, Sean Carey, Liam Flynn, Keith Donoghue, David Brougham, Gary Mullery, Gary Hogan, Sean Brennan, Shane Mulvihill, Gary Hogan, David McHugh, Eamonn Rattigan, Tom O'Halloran, Ian Turley, Enda Keena. Subs: Peter Coleman, Conor Donoghue and Stephen Relihan.

Garrycastle 5 - 11 Ballymahon 1 - 9 (6/3/2009)

Garrycastle continued their early season good form with a 14 point victory over Ballymahon. The home team had an excellent start and built up a considerable lead by a half-time. Although Garrycastle had the luxury of making changes at the interval including the opportunity to rest key players, there will be a slight concern that the second half score finished up a draw.
In goals Ian Gardiner inspired confidence in his defence witth a solid, assured display. The two corner backs of Sean Carey and Keith Donoghue stuck admirably to their task, while Liam Flynn's size and presence stood out at full back. Our half back line made up of Mark Egan, Gary Mullery and Jamie Hoey held firm as a unit under intense pressure in the second half. At midfield the pairing of David Brougham and Sean Brennan worked hard for the hour, with David's defencive abilities and Sean's attacking drive complimenting each other. Up front Eamonn Rattigan and Shane Mulvihill showed extremely well and got their hands on plenty of football, while Gary McCallon leadership qualitites were to the fore in the second half. Gary hogan when introduced at the break was very confident in possesion and gave some nice touches. The inside line was always a threat and although Ian Turley was unlucky with a couple of goal bound efforts, his point taking and ball winning shone throughout the game. Enda Kenna once again showed his predatory instincts and continued his goal scoring form, while the Ballymahon defense had no answer to the pace and accuracy of full forward Tom O'Halloran.

Garrycastle: Ian Gardiner, Sean Carey, Liam Flynn, Keith Donoghue, Mark Egan, Gary Mullery, Jamie Hoey, David Brougham, Sean Brennan, Gary McCallon, Shane Mulvihill, Eamonn Rattigan, Ian Turley, Tom O'Halloran, Enda Kenna, Gary Hogan and Eoin Monaghan.
Garrycastle 4 - 12 Castledaly 1 - 13

Our Minors had their first outing this year with a very competitive challenge against a strong Castledaly team. This proved to be a highly entertaining game with the two teams giving a good account of themselves for this time of year. After a sluggish start from Garrycastle, Castledaly had built up a small lead before the home team finally got to grips with the pace of the game and ended up finishing the half on level terms.
Garrycastle had a strong second half and pulled away with some fantastic scores and some great all round play. Overall management will be quite pleased with this performance as there were some very encouraging signs. One disappointing note was that Garrycastle only had 16 players to choose from and if this team wants to mount a serious challenge at the minor title a greater commitment is needed.

Garrycastle Team: Mark McCallon, Sean Carey, David Brougham, Eoin Monaghan, Mark Egan, Gary Mullery, Jamie Hoey, Liam Flynn, Sean Brennan, Gary McCallon, Shane Mulvihill, Keith Donoghue, Enda Keena, Ian Turley, Tom O'Halloran, Eamonn Rattigan.

Minor training continues this Sunday morning at 12:00.

League games will commence on 7th, 14th and 21st March.