28th October, 1999
Weekly
Sports
DOUGLAS GAA
Douglas GAA Under Age Section
Douglas and Ballincollig met in the
semi-final of the U 12 football league at Ballincollig on Sunday.
The pitch was in excellent condition despite heavy rain that fell
during the previous 36 hours. The Mid-Cork side played with the
aid of a stiff breeze in the opening half. Thomas O’Dwyer
got the opening point for Douglas. The Ballincollig lads replied
with a 1 - 1 from play. Shane Horgan got a second point for
Douglas. The Douglas defence was very poor and conceded a second
goal after 15 minutes. Douglas began to settle and points by
Stephan Moylan and Gavin Griffen left three points between the
sides. These scores were followed by an opportunist goal from
Gavin Griffen - the sides were level. Five minutes before the
interval the Mid-Cork side got through for a third goal to lead 3
- 1 at the break.
Three points by the Douglas boy in the opening ten minutes had
the sides level. Both teams had their periods of dominance and
also had scoring opportunities. With eight minutes to go Shane
Horgan scored a point to give Douglas the lead. After this the
Douglas boys hit the upright and missed two other goal scoring
chances but eventually held out for victory on a score line of 1
- 8 to 3 - 1. Eoin Cotter was outstanding at wing back, whilst
Ian Culinane was very dominant at midfield. Thomas O’Dwyer
played well in both defence and attack.
The same squad of players won the St. Nicks Tournament on Bank
Holiday Monday. Each division in the county is represented in the
competition. It is a very prestigious festival of football.
Douglas overcame the challenge of Dohenys, St.Nick’s and
Kilmurry to finish top of their group. Bishopstown were defeated
in the quarter-final and Ballincollig in the Semi-final. The team
gave an exhibition of football in the final to overwhelm
Clonakilty.
Douglas U 13 hurlers defeated Inniscarra to qualify for the A
Grade final. Wind assisted Douglas led 2 - 3 to 1 - 0 at the
interval. The final score was Douglas 2 - 7, Inniscarra 3 - 1.
Finbar O’Donovan played very well in attack, others to
impress were Stephen Bermingham, Ronan Griffen and Peter Casey.
Result U 14 Football A Grade Championship S-Final, Douglas
defeated St. Michael’s.
Fixtures:
U 13 A Grade Hurling Championship Final.
30/10/99 Douglas V Glen Rovers Redmonds Pitch 2pm
U 14 Championship Final Football
30 /10/99 Douglas V Bishopstown (away) 3pm
U 15 A Grade Championship Football S-Final
30 /10/99 Douglas V St. Michaels 4pm (prov) home.
COLLEGE CORINTIANS AFC
Last weekends games certainly provided plenty of
excitement and goals with the performance of the week coming from
the Club's Under 17 team who shared 10 goals with Everton in
their National Cup clash before eventually getting through on
penalties. The team showed great character and spirit throughout
coming from behind on several occasions against their higher
ranked opponents before eventually clinching victory when
goalkeeper Robert Jeffers produced a fine save from an Everton
penalty. Aidan O'Mahony (2), Tony Hegarty, John Rogers and Alan
Crowley were on the scoresheet for Corinthians while Stephen
Coveney and Alan Collins turned in fine displays.
Our Under 12 First Division side, Douglas Corinthians had a good
weekend picking up six points after two hard fought victories. A
late goal by David Scannell gave them the points against Lakewood
and they followed up with a good 2-1 victory over Midleton with
Aidan Lehane and Patrick McCarthy on the scoresheet. Defenders
Barry Hodnett, James O'Mahony and Sean Grant were outstanding in
both games.
It was a profitable weekend also for our Under 12 Premier
Division side who proved much too strong for Wilton, taking the
points on a 8-1 scoreline. Darren Fogarty (3), Mark Murphy (2),
Gary Coughlan, Peter O'Connell and David Kearney were on the
scoresheet, while Ian Cullinane, Ricky Kenny and Chris Drennan
played well.
The individual performance of the week came from Samus Clinch who
scored four times for our Under 14's as they overcame Carrigaline
5-1 in the National Cup. Gary Drennan was also on the mark while
David Waters, Ian O'Callaghan and David Lewis played well.
Under 7 to Under 10's
The weather has not been very kind to our Underage Section over
the past few weeks. However bad weather or not the show has gone
on, thanks mainly to the Cub's new all-weather pitch. Hopefully
the elements will be a little kinder between now and Christmas.
Training times are for those born in 1988, 1989 and 1990 from
10.00 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. and for those born in 1991, 1992 and
1993 from 12.00 noon to 1.30 p.m.
Immediate Cup
TEK Utd. from Dublin are visitors to Corinthians Park next Sunday
afternoon when they take on our Senior team in a third round
Immediate Cup clash. Having reached the final twice in the 90's
the Immediate Cup has a special place in the hearts of
Corinthians members. With the Seniors suffering a disappointing
reverse away to Everton last week, they will be hoping for a big
improvement against TEK. The game has a 2.30 p.m. kick off and
should provide plenty of excitement and entertainment.
Besides the Seniors defeat against Everton, last weekends action
also saw the First Juniors going out of the FAI Junior Cup as
they lost out on a penalty shut out having drawn 3-3 with Pearse
Celtic. However our Second Juniors made sure the Club still had a
presence in the competition when they defeated Casement Celtic
3-0, John O'Regan, Damian Huggins and John Turner were on the
scoresheet.
Fixtures
Saturday 30th October
Under 13 home to Cobh Ramblers 11.00 a.m. kick off
Under 17 away to Bandon 2.30 p.m. kick off
M.J.L. home to Crofton Celtic 3.00 p.m. kick off
A.U.L. home to Greenmount 2.30 p.m. kick off
Sunday 31st October
A.U.L. away to Cobh Town 10.45 a.m. kick off
Under 15 away to Rockmount 3.00 p.m. kick off
Intermediate Cup home to TEK Utd. 2.30 p.m. kick off
DOUGLAS HALL AFC
Top billing this week to the Under 14's who
advanced in the National Cup, while the Youths also emerged
victorious. The Seniors and MSL Juniors both showed better form,
securing deserved draws.
Highlight of the 14's 7-0 victory over Lakewood Athletic was a
terrific individual performance from Shane Kennedy who struck a
hat-trick, one of which goals was a lovely overhead kick. They
dominated this game and converted their dominance into goals.
Sean O'Connor scored twice, Stephen Barry and Patrick White
contributed the other goals. David Dorney, in goals, gets the
clean sheet and the team now look forward to the next round of
the cup.
The Seniors showed an improvement, getting a draw against Cobh
Ramblers in the League. The side battled right to the end and
were well worthy of a share of the spoils. The final score was
1-1, with our goal scored by Keith Riordan. Gerry McGreevy gave
another terrific goalkeeping performance, with good support from
Ken Crowley and Ray O'Connell.
The MSL Juniors entertained Ringmahon Rangers on Saturday, and
were held to a 1-1 draw. Graham Power was the goalscorer in a
solid team performance. Shane Gannon and Brian Foley were the
pick of the team, who could make a significant impression as the
season progresses.
The Youths travelled to Richmond and returned with a 3-1 victory.
Friday, 27th.:
Over 35, League at the Mardyke v. Everton, 7.00
Saturday, 28th.: MSL Junior League Away v. Mayfield Utd., 3.00
Under 17 League: Away v. Buttevant, 2.30
Sunday, 29th.: Senior League Home v. Fermoy, 10.45
AUL Junior, AOH Cup Home v. Doneraile, 3.00
Under 15 National Cup Away v. Tramore Athletic, 11.00
Under 13 National Cup Away v. Casement Celtic, 11.00
Under 11 League Home v. Riverstown Boys, 3.00
CARRIGALINE BADMINTON CLUB
The club selectors had quite a task picking the players for
the forthcoming Cork County League. We hope to do even better
than last season where the highlight was our Division 2 Mixed
Team reaching the All-Ireland Finals. After much discussion the
selection committee have agreed to enter six teams in '99/'00
league campaign. We will have representation in:
Division 1 (Mixed League), Division 2 (Mixed League), Division 3
(Mixed League), Division 3 (Mens League), Division 5 (Mixed
League), Division 6 (Ladies League)
Club Selectors: Ron Thompson, Adrian Furey, David Carroll, Susan
O'Reilly, Maggie Morris, Kah Leong.
We have just re-started the Juvenile coaching sessions on Tuesday
(5.30 - 6.30pm) & Wednesday (6.00- 7.00pm). Again, we had a
very successful Juvenile League campaign last season and our
Juveniles will without doubt do the club proud again this season.
As the season is beginning to go full steam ahead, we are still
open for new members. Just turn up on our Club night, every
Wednesday 8-11pm, for a try out or contact Ron at 021-372705.
Tip of the week.
Always warm up before a match. Begin by performing joint
rotations to lubricate the joints. Start at your toes and work
your way up to your fingers with slow circular movements. Then do
five minutes aerobic activity e.g. jogging to get the blood
pumping. Finally, stretch your muscles, particularly those you
will be using most. This routine not only helps prevent injuries
and aches but will also improve your performance. Try it!
DOUGLAS PITCH & PUTT
Sat 23rd - Christmas Fayre
Winners: Robert O' Donoghue & Michael Quirke - 41 and a 1/2
Sunday 24th - Turkey 4-Ball
Winners:1st Nett: Pamela Lombardi & Tony Duggan - 15up
1st Gross: Robert O' Donoghue & Aaron O' Callaghan - 43
Monday 25th - Turkey 4-Ball
Winners: 1st Nett: Paul Cashman & William McCarthy - 38 and a
1/2
1st Gross: Liam O' Brien & Cathal Foley - 43
Hole in one: Paul Cashman - 3rd
Weekly Lotto Results
No's Drawn: 1, 23, 30 No Winner
CAB Sponsored Winners
Lee c/o The South County
The "2" Angels c/o Brian Downey
Betty & Tony c/o Norma Kelleher
Next week - £1,000 @ The Briar Rose
Visit our new web site:
http://homepage.eircom.net/~douglaspitchandputt/index.htm
DOUGLAS HALL LADIES FC
The girls kicked off with a pre-season friendly
against London University Student Team in February which ended in
a draw, which was a very good result with the team playing very
well. This gave coach Alfie McCarthy a chance to pick his team
for the forthcoming season.
The season started in March and ended in September with some
excellent results, and a couple of new signings. The team went
from strength to strength and improved their league position over
the 1998 season. The club have high hopes for ‘silverware’
in the year 2000.
The demand for girls soccer in the community is so great that a
junior team has been formed which is coached by Chris O’Mahony.
Many thanks to Eddie McCarthy of Blarney Wholesale who sponsored
the new kit.
Best of luck for the Millennium, Una Moore, Manager.
DOUGLAS GAA STREET LEAGUES
Registration for our Indoor Football season will take place next Saturday 30/10/99 between 10am and 1pm at the indoor hall. The cost os £2 and there is no weekly charge. There will be no registration after next Saturday as numbers are limited.
NEPTUNE BASKETBALL CLUB
Neptune rearing to go for cup clash
Neptune Basketball Club are relishing their cup fixture against
Denny Notre Dame next weekend. Neptune have to travel to the
National Basketball Arena in Tallaght on Saturday to face holders
Notre Dame. After two important league wins last weekend,
confidence is high and Neptune are very optimistic about booking
their place in the second round. Doulgas player David Downey is
filling a very important role in the team and is central to Coach
Gerry Fitzpatrick’s plans. After the cup clash Neptune face
local rivals Esat Telecom Demons in Parochial Hall the following
weekend. As both |Cork clubs are on top of the E.S.B.
SuperLeague, it promises to be an exciting match.
