Kilmeena hosted Ballaghaderreen in this 6th round game, which was played in ideal weather conditions.
The pre match form guide suggested that Ballaghaderreen were the team to beat and in rising to the challenge, the Kilmeena lads played their best football of this league campaign
Kilmeena (aided by a slight breeze), dominated matters for the first quarter of an hour, so much so that Ballaghaderreen failed to get out of their own half of the pitch; whilst Kilmeena posted 1 – 5, without reply. The goal scorer, Kian Moore (operating at midfield in place of the injured Ronan O’Donnell) was pulling the strings for Kilmeena.
Ballaghaderreen slowly found their rhythm and pointed a couple of frees to make it 1 – 5 to 0 – 2 after 20 minutes of play. Kilmeena continued to press hard and but for a few handling errors should have notched a few more scores in the second quarter. However, it was Ballaghaderreen who finished the half strongest, scoring 1 – 1 from play (and but for some good shot stopping by the Kilmeena Goalie – Cathal Cawley, it could have been more!!) in the final few minutes, to leave it 1 – 5 to 1 – 3 in Kilmeena’s favour at the small whistle.
The second half was equally as competitive with Ballaghaderreen coming out strongly in the first few minutes, scoring a goal and a couple of points. Kilmeena then upped the tempo and pinned Ballaghaderreen back into their own half for another spell; with Chris McNally blasting a goal into the Ballaghaderreen net and Ian Murphy posting some fantastic points. All this left Kilmeena with a 3 point advantage going into the final 10 minutes.
However, it was Ballaghaderreen who finished stronger, outscoring Kilmeena by 2 -5 to 1 – 1, in the final 10 minute period - Mark Hastings scoring Kilmeena’s third goal of the evening.
A competitive and enjoyable encounter and one in which Kilmeena gave it their all. Well done to all the lads.
Match report; Michael O'Grady
Kilmeena 3 - 9 4 - -10 Ballaghaderreen
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(Unfortunately, due to a corrupted SD card there are no images available for the first half of the match, including team pictures. Some action shots salvaged from the second half. The equivalent of "no film in the camera". The volatility of modern technology... Apologies to all).
Kilmeena were away to Ballintubber in this 5th round game.
Playing with the wind, Kilmeena started brightly and were 5 points to no score, after 10 minutes. Ballintubber gradually got into the game, posting a couple points, to open their account. However, Kilmeena responded with a few well taken points and a goal from Chris McNally before Ballintubber pounced late in the first half, to grab 2 goals and a point. Having dominated much of the possession in the first half, Kilmeena only held a 3-point advantage at the small whistle; on a scoreline of 1 -9 to 2 – 3.
Playing against the elements and with the subs bench already depleted through minor injuries, the second half was always going to be a challenge.
However, Kilmeena started the second period brightly; with Chris McNally getting his second major of the evening, within the first few minutes of the restart. Both teams pressed hard for the next quarter hour, with Ballintubber edging closer to leave the sides level going into the final quarter.
At this critical juncture of the game, Kilmeena lost its midfield ball winner and runner (Kian Moore) after he sustained a heavy knock to the head. This unfortunate event, combined with an increased headwind (and sleet shower…yes, I know it’s nearly May day…!!) and the aforementioned depleted subs bench, resulted in a serious dip in Kilmeena’s form. Ballintubber capitalised and added 1 -5 without reply, to seal it, at the final whistle.
Try as the lads did, perhaps this is one that just got away from us…………..
Match report; Michael O'Grady
Kilmeena 2 - 11 5 - 10 Ballintubber
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Kilmeena minors travelled to Ballindine on the 26th of April for the last game of the league. Kilmeena came up against a Davitts team that were well drilled and were hungry for the game. The Kilmeena lads stayed with Davitts in the first half by scoring 2 goals. Although Kilmeena had the aid of the breeze in the first half trailed by a point. 2.02 to 0.09.
Kilmeena started the second half well and exchanged scores and created chances. But this was Davitts day and scored some fine scores to end up deserved winners.
It does look like we have topped our group and have an opportunity to play a home semi final next Tuesday evening. We will have to preform better than we did this evening but these lads have shown that they can. Come out and support your team.
Match report; Darren Madden
Kilmeena 3 - 05 2 - 15 Davitts
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Chances a-begging cost Kilmeena in their match against Ardnaree in the U16 League yesterday.
Match report pending.
Kilmeena 3 - 12 3 - 13 Ardnaree
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Kilmeena hosted Kilfian in the second round of the league and came away with a good solid victory to claim their first points of the season. The men in black and White were well on top in the first half and restricted the visitors to one score in a first half where kilmeena were well on top. In the second half Kilfian rallied with Kilmeena struggling to find their scoring groove. A late burst of points eased Kilmeena to a very solid victory. This was an excellent defensive display with fine performances all round especially from Stephen Staunton Sean Ryder Darragh Keavney and Ross Mullen making a fine senior debut.
Match report; John Doherty.
Kilmeena 2 - 10 0 - 7 Kilfian
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