Kilmeena GAA Club - Minors

Kilmeena V Burrishoole U18 C/Ship West Mayo Final 2017-08-18

2017-08-19T12:19:49+01:00

How Kilmeena Minors "WON THE WEST"

In a reversal of previous encounters against near neighbours Burrishoole, the Kilmeena U18’s captured the West Mayo Minor Championship in a pulsating final yesterday evening in Islandeady.
The day had been very wet and the crowds were pouring in. This was always going to be a titanic battle against our closest rivals Burrishoole. This Kilmeena team had only lost twice this year, both times to Burrishoole, they were our bogie team and the pressure was on.
The game started at a frantic pace and scores were going to be hard to find. Kilmeena got on the board first, Burris levelled, Burris went ahead, Kilmeena levelled. Then what happened next, Cillian O Connor would have been proud of. Sean Moore got the ball on the edge of the square and looped it over the Burrishoole keepers head into the back of the net. GOAL!!! Some people said he was going for a point but we know different. After that Kilmeena drove on and finished the half 1 - 06 to 0 - 02.

Both teams were out on their feet after the efforts of the first half. The break was welcomed.

The second half started as the first with both teams exchanging scores and Burrishoole were pressing hard. Our defence was excellent with John Keane and young Ronan O'Donnell playing a stormer.
Kilmeena managed to work the ball down the field and won a free on the 21 yard line, the ball was thrown to Johnny McGlynn, anyone else would have taken their point, we were 5 points up, Burris were after getting a goal, as fast as lightning, he popped the ball inside to Keith Joyce and the ball ended up in the net, Goal!!! the Kilmeena contingent went wild and we knew then we had one hand on the cup.
This was a hard fought victory and great credit must go to both teams for serving up such a feast of great footballing skills.
Great credit also to my fellow mentors John Reilly, Brian Lennon and Billy McGonagle.
We will enjoy this win as I believe it will be the last U18 West Championship to be played in its present format, as and from next year it will be confined to U17’s as proposed by Croke Park.
Kilmeena abu.
Match report; Darren Madden

Final Score:

Kilmeena 2 - 09 1 - 05 Burrishoole

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Kilmeena V Burrishoole U18 C/Ship West Final 2017-08-18

Kilmeena V Ballintubber U18 Boys C/Ship Semi-Final

2017-08-12T10:58:09+01:00

Kilmeena book their place in the U18 Boys final against Burrishoole, overcoming Ballintubber in a closely fought semi-final played in blustery conditions yesterday evening in Kilmeena.

Match report to follow:

Kilmeena 2 - 7 0 - 9 Ballintubber

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Kilmeena V Ballintubber U18 Boys C/Ship Semi-Final

kilmeena V Burrishoole U18 Boys C/ship

2017-08-01T22:58:13+01:00

Burrishoole claim the points against a lacklustre Kilmeena in the Boys U18 Championship this evening played in McGovern Park Newport.

Kilmeema 1 - 8 0 - 16 Burrishoole

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Kilmeena V Burrishoole U18 Boys Championship 2017

Kilmeena V Burrishoole U18 Boys League Semi-Final

2017-07-07T23:35:52+01:00

Burrishoole hold out against Kilmeena in this well attended U18 League semi-final thriller in Kilmeena this evening.

Match report pending:

Kilmeena 0 - 16 2 - 11 Burrishoole

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Kilmeena V Burrishoole U18 Boys League Semi-Final

Kilmeena V Ballintubber Minor League Div 2A

2017-07-01T07:14:50+01:00

Ray Prendergast memorial park welcomed the Kilmeena minor team for the last game of the league. The game was played on a fine evening in front of a large crowd. The game started at a 100 miles an hour with both teams scoring well. Sean Moore was on form kicking some great frees. It was also great to see Robbie Harper back in the black and white. The score at half time was Kilmeena 1 - 13 Ballintubber 2 - 05. The Kilmeena lads knew they were in a game as both attacks were on tops as there was plenty space for the inside forwards. The second half started as the first and Ballintubber were having the best of the early exchanges. Kilmeena kept their noses in front and a couple of good saves from Ciaran Costello kept Kilmeena in the game. All of a sudden we found ourselves a point down with minutes left on the clock. But substitute Simon Duffy scored a goal and a point late on and eased the nerves.
No doubt the Kilmeena lads dug deep and learned a lot about themselves tonight. I am sure it was a great game to watch for the neutral but not if you are the manager!!
Final score kilmeena 3.21 ballintubber 4.13
Kilmeena are now in a semi final against Burrishoole in St Brendans park. Date to be announced.
Kilmeena abu

Match report; Darren Madden

Kilmeena 3 - 21 4 - 13 Ballintubber

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Kilmeena V Ballintubber U18 Boys League 2A

Kilmeena V Hollymount-Carramore U18 Boys League Division 2A

2017-06-27T23:46:23+01:00

Kilmeena minors welcomed Hollymount/Carramore to St Brendan park on the 27th of June 2017. This was a must win game for Kilmeena if we were to progress to the semi finals. The lads did not disappoint and tore into the South mayo lads and posted 4 - 10 in the first half to 2 - 04 for Hollymount. Hollymount/ Carramore to their credit gave their all and gave an exhibition of high fielding. But when Kilmeena moved the ball at pace and were direct they are brilliant. This was a good win for Kilmeena and thrilled the large crowd on a lovely evening in the parish. I heard one over excited dad say "it was total football".
Thank you to all who supported and we are looking forward to seeing you all in Ballintubber on Friday evening 30th of June.
KILMEENA ABU

Match report; Darren Madden.

Kilmeena 7 - 17 2 - 12 Hollymount-Carramore

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Kilmeena V Hollymount-Carramore U18 Boys League

Kilmeena V Ballinrobe Boys U18 League

2017-05-06T12:08:23+01:00

Kilmeena minors travelled to Ballinrobe this evening the 5th of May. This looked a daunting task as we arrived we could see a large Ballinrobe squad (23) warming up. The facilities looked fantastic and we looked forward to a good game of football. Ciaran Costello got the start in goals and Josh Mulchrone slotted in at corner back. Great to see these guys back in the starting line up. Kilmeena started the first half with the aid of the wind and was able to take advantage with a quick goal and a brace of points. Ballinrobe were defending well and were operating a sweeper system that was difficult to break down. Ballinrobe scored some good points and were on top when Kilmeena scored a fortunate goal that put a little distance between the teams at half time. 2 - 08 to 0 - 05. At half time the travelling support were topping up on their tan and the team thank them for their support. We knew we were in for a battle in the second half and would have to preform better in the second half. We did preform better and to a man we were fantastic. We kept the score board ticking and kicked score for score. Then trouble struck, and Jack Staunton got a black card. This is becoming a habit but everyone agreed that he was pretty unlucky. But our only sub Simon Duffy came on and put in a stellar performance. Kilmeena ran out comfortable winners after a tough game.
We are very proud of our young men and it is a pleasure to watch the quality of football that they are producing.
Please come support our boys. It is so enjoyable watching them play.
Kilmeena abu

Match report; Darren Madden

Kilmeena 5 - 18 1 - 12 Ballinrobe

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Kilmeena V Ballinrobe Boys U18 League

Kilmeena V Ballintubber U17 League 1B

2016-06-08T07:40:28+01:00

Kilmeena travelled to Clogher to play Ballintubber on Tuesday evening in an U17 1B league game. It was a wonderful evening for football and this game did not disappoint. Both teams had periods of dominance but Ballintubber were more clinical with their finishing. Great credit must go to some of the fringe players that stepped up and played really well. We wish all the boys starting their Leaving and Junior Certificate exams tomorrow and look forward to welcoming them back to our squad after their exams.
KILMEENA UBU

Kilmeena 5 - 07 6 - 14

(Match report and team image courtesy of Darren Madden)

Kilmeena V Breaffy U17 League

2016-05-28T00:21:36+01:00

Kilmeena and Breaffy produced an excellent game of football in the first round of the Under 17 League Division 1B yesterday evening at St. Brendan's Park. The home side started brightly and led by 0 - 5 to 0 - 3 mid way through the first half, but Breaffy hit a purple patch scoring 4 - 3 leaving Kilmeena with a mountain to climb in the second half.
To their immense credit, the home team dug deep and put in a powerful second half display raising three green flags and making a real contest of it right to the final whistle . Breaffy proved to be too strong on the day but Kilmeena can look forward to their next outing against Ballintubber next Friday, with confidence.
Match report

Match report Brian Lennon

Kilmeena 3 - 11 5 - 10 Breaffy

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Kilmeena V Burrishoole U18 League Semi-Final

2016-05-20T09:09:14+01:00

Kilmeena minors did battle against our neighbours Burrishoole in Newport tonight 19th of may. This was a semi final of division 3 and an opportunity to play Bonniconlon in the final.

The first half was a close affair and both teams had opportunities to pull away. But the first half finished with Kilmeena a point ahead 2 - 05 to 2 - 04.

The second half started well for Kilmeena and went a couple of points up. Then all of a sudden Burrishoole bagged 2 fast goals and went 5 points up. Just then Kilmeena hit a purple patch and clawed it back to a single point. At this point it looked like the day could be ours. But it was not to be, as Burrishoole netted 3 further goals and put the game beyond Kilmeena boys.

As you can imagine our lads were extremely disappointed as they had played their hearts out and left it all out on the field. There is no doubt there were so many positives in this performance that it has whet the appetite for future competition.

On behalf of the management and players we would like to thank the supporters that came in great numbers. We hope you enjoyed the game.

KILMEENA UBU

Match report; Darren Madden

Kilmeena 2 - 12 7 - 06 Burrishoole

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Kilmeena V Carras U18 League Playoff

2016-05-17T08:56:47+01:00

Kilmeena minors played Carras in a thrilling encounter at Ballyheane tonight Monday 16th of may. The Victor would go through to play Burrishoole next Thursday in the league semi final. There was great crowd gathering as the players came out on to the field. The game started with Kilmeena playing with the aid of a slight breeze. Within a minute Carras had the ball in the net and tagged on two points soon after. Worst followed when Center back Kevin Ryder got injured and had to retire. The boys really dug deep and got themselves back in the game scoring a few well worked points. By half time Kilmeena lead 0 - 09 to 1 - 04. All at the game knew the game was in the balance and the team that took the initiative in the second half would prevail.

The second half started as expected and was a tough dodged first 10 mins, both teams had chances. Carras got the game back to level and looked like they would drive for home. Just then our lads hit a purple patch and hit some excellent scores. This was just a wonderful all team effort with fantastic defending, superb midfield play and clever attacking play. The crowd that were there were treated to a wonderfully spirited display by our lads. Thank you for your support, the lads appreciate it.

SEE YOU ALL IN NEWPORT

KILMEENA ABU

Match report; Darren Madden.

Kilmeena 1 - 17 2 - 9 Carras

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Kilmeena Minor Boys

2016-05-15T20:19:11+01:00

Kilmeena minor boys are playing Carras in a play off tomorrow evening 16th May @ 7:00pm in Ballyheane. The winner goes on to the league semi final. Please come along and support our boys.

Kilmeena V Bonniconlon U18 League Playoff

2016-05-10T09:02:16+01:00

Kilmeena minors played Bonniconlon in Ballyheane this evening in a three way play off. It was a good display by Kilmeena but we were out-fought in the second half. It was a beautiful evening for a game of football and the Bonniconlon fans took full advantage of the evening and came out in great numbers. Sadly we were well beaten in that department also, as the few supporters we had were well outnumbered. A big thank you to the supporters that travelled.
We will have one final crack at getting into the final against Carras. Please come out and support our boys.
Kilmeena Abu

Match report; Darren Madden

Kilmeena 2 - 08 3 - 08 Bonniconlon

Kilmeena V Davitts U18 League

2016-04-27T10:32:11+01:00

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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