NDSL
9A League
Baltic and rain-drenched Balheary Park was a daunting venue
for what proved to be an excellent performance from a Castleknock Celtic U9A
side who are proving to be a major force in division 9A1.
Celtic
started well with a breakaway goal from Ryan
Moore Kearney, finished in his usual deadly style. Celtic maintained the
pressure with Ryan then striking the crossbar with a long-range shot. Against
the run of play Swords struck back to level 1-1.
In
the 2nd qtr Swords rallied scoring 2 more to make it 3-1.
Celtic fought back bravely with a cross by Ryan,
which was met by Danny Byrne, the
ball hit the post falling to Tom Fogarty,
who connected well with his left foot only for a defender to block on the line.
The
3rd qtr proved to be the turning point with Patrick Rocca racing down the right flank beating 2 defenders and
scoring with a wonderful chip.3-2.
Philip Fitzpatrick followed up
with another superb break to drill home the equaliser. 3-3.
In
the 4th qtr Patrick Rocca
playing his best game of the season struck again to snatch the lead. 3-4. This was followed closely by another deadly strike from the
edge of the box by Ryan. 3-5.
Tom Fogarty displaying great energy and courage in the tackle, once
again played a vital role in this success.
By the final whistle Celtic looked worthy winners with
Philip Fitzpatrick setting up a string of chances with his classy play from
right midfield.
Staunch
defending by Eve Farrelly and Dan
Ring, with excellent hard work in midfield by Luke
Henshaw, Danny Byrne and Eoghan O’Donnchu (Capt)
set up the platform for this great team victory. Lets not forget the Celtic
goalkeeper Eoin Sweeney who did very
well in difficult slippy wet conditions.
Sponsor: Rocca Holdings.