The club would like to take this opportunity to thank outgoing chairman Finbarr Walsh for his dedication and commitment over the past 13 years in his involvement in many a position on the committee and his second spell as club chairman.

Finbarr has dedicated himself to the cause working extremely hard in the development and progression of the club moving forward. Due to work commitments and Finbarr being heavily involved in the underage setup he found it very difficult to marry all these tasks. However, Finbarr will still be involved with the underage program and managing the under 17 team. We at Youghal United wish Finbarr all the best for the future.

Damien O Brien has been appointed interim chairman until the end of the season. Damien’s history with Youghal United speaks for itself as for the past 17 years or so he has been heavily involved in many areas of the club. Serving as club secretary, treasurer, committee member and had a pivotal role in getting the all weather pitch and flood lighting the top pitch. Damien also carry’s out general maintenance of the grounds and he is the one responsible for having the pitches in superb condition come match day. Sometimes getting flack for calling off games but it is he who only knows too well the work and time involved in repairing pitches.

I spoke to Damien during the week and he is optimistic and excited about the challenge ahead. His vision for the club is to keep it moving forward having the best of facilities for the clubs over 300 members with 13 competitive teams and 5 non-competitive teams in total. The club caters for underage girls teams and a ladies team too which is very important. Clubs these days have to be run like a business and without income the club would go out of business. We are not alone in struggling in this area and we will be asking members to help out in future fund raisers and let’s work together for the betterment of Youghal United.

Intermediate Cup 2nd Round

Youghal United 0 – 0 Fermoy.

Youghal win 5-3 on penalties after as both teams could not be separated AET.

This could be the beginning of another great cup run as Youghal United put high flying Munster Senior league 1 side Fermoy out of the Intermediate cup at a windy and cold Ardrath Park. This was a typical cup tie with both sides battling well in attack and defence and had a bit of rivalry as both sides are very familiar with each other after many a battle down through the years.

The first half was a cagy affair as it seemed like each side took a period of dominance having the majority of possession in each phase. First real chance fell to the home side when a high ball into the box was headed out by Teddy Cunningham to the waiting Tommy Butler who’s volley was superbly saved low to the keepers right hand side. It was always going to be something special to beat ex Cork City’s keeper Michael Divine with his wealth of experience. Fermoy at the other end were fortunate not to have been blown for offside when they put a great ball into the box but to the credit of the defence they played the whistle and cleared the danger. Anthony Kelly gave an exhibition on defending making some important last ditch tackles while in attack Robert Cronin, Leon Geary, Bobby Donoghue and Leigh Desmond were a constant reminder to the Fermoy backline that they would at the end of any mistake or misplaced pass. Half Time 0-0.

Most of the second half belonged to Youghal as the ever tricky Tommy Butler and Paul Kelly showed their skills nut megging and rounding defenders for fun and on one occasion Tommy released a great left foot shot which was only millimetres wide. Paul Kelly was tormenting the Fermoy side with his energy and movements going forward. Youghal can count themselves lucky on 70 mins as the ball seemed to hit Leigh Desmond’s hand and everyone stopped including Leigh, no whistle from the referee even under the roar from the away team. Youghal introduced fresh legs in the line of Patrick Durkin and Shane Ryan for Teddy Cunningham and Leon Geary respectively for the remaining ten minutes. Full Time 0-0.

The game had to finish on the night so ten minutes in each extra time half had to be played and penalties if required. Both teams were not giving much away in extra time and tiredness set in. Patrick Durkin struck the wall with a free kick and Robert Cronin shot across the goal as a result. David Kearns punched away under pressure an in swinging high ball. Overall the lads played some fine passing football and after 110 mins of play we were headed for penalties. Youghal scored all five spotters P.Durkin,T.Butler,A.Kelly,D.O’Keeffe,L.Desmond against a reputable ex league of Ireland keeper and our own David Kearns saved Fermoys 4th penalty. Leigh Desmond made the lonely walk from the centre circle to the penalty spot and fired Youghal into the 3rd round of the Intermediate cup.

Team:D.Kearns,P.Kelly,A.Kelly,S.Kenneally,D.O’Keeffe,L.Desmond,T.Cuningham,T.Butler,B.Donoghue,L.Geary,R.Cronin. Subs used: P.Durkin for Cunningham and S.Ryan for Geary.

Munster Senior League

Youghal United 4 – 1 Crofton Celtic.

Another great league win for the boys here with an impressive 4-1 home win against Crofton who are currently 5 points behind Youghal United in the league table. Tommy Butler and David O Keeffe’s penalty kept the home side ahead at the break 2-1. Man of the match Robert Cronin scored Youghal’s third while Leigh Desmond rounded off a good home win. It must be said that Sean Kenneally had a fine game in his unfamiliar role at centre half. Well done lads!!

West Waterford/East Cork Division 1

Youghal United 2 – 5 Lismore AFC.

Youghal hosted top of the table side Lismore on Saturday afternoon. Youghal started brightly and found themselves a goal up after only 13 mins. Great work between Stephen Barry and Diarmuid Shuel put Mark O Connor through and he coolly lobbed the keeper for his sixth goal in 3 games. on 20 mins Lismore drew level when a mix up in defence left the goal wide open soon after Lismore took the lead.The away team were well on top after this and it could have being worse for Youghal only two great saves from Andrew Duggan kept the score 2 1 at half time. In the second half Lismore got their third and it all seemed lost but Diarmuid Shuel hit a low drive into a crowded area and the ball found its way to the net. The home side drove forward and were awarded a penalty when Mark O Connor was brought down up stepped Stephen Barry but the keeper saved his effort. Lismore got going after this and scored two more as time ran out for youghal. Team: A.Duggan,S.Ring,D.Troy,S.Spillane,P.Sheehan,M.Crowley,A.Mackay,J.Mason,D.Shuel,M O Connor,Stephen Barry. Subs S.Coakley for P.Sheehan,P.Hennessy for M.Crowley,T.Carey for J.Mason,D.Barron,K.Aberhams. Best for Youghal  Shane Spillane and Anthony Mackay.

Kinesalebeg 0 – 6 Youghal United.

Youghal bounced back after defeat at home to Lismore last week hitting kinsalebeg for 6. With only 8 mins on the clock Youghal were awarded a free kick and the quick thinking Mark O Connor took it fast to put Paul Hennessy through and he blasted the ball past the keeper. On 27 mins good football between Barry and Shuel set Shuel free and his low cross was met by Trevor Carey who netted his second goal of the season.  9 mins left to half time Stephen Barry’s corner was met by the head of Shane Spillane giving the keeper no chance. in the second half Mrett moloney making his debut played the perfect pass through to Diarmuid Shuel and he slotted it in. Youghal were awarded a free kick on the edge of the box on 70 mins and Sammy Coakley cracked it to the top corner. John Mason who replaced Trevor Carey got the last when he met Barry’s cross to drive the ball home. Great win for Youghal who now must think about next weeks home game to Accrington Celtic kick off 2.30 Sunday 30th Oct. Team A.Duggan,S.Coakley,D.Troy,S.Spillane,P.Sheehan,M.O Connor.T.Carey,B.Moloney,D.Shuel,P.Hennessy,S.Barry. Subs J.Mason for T.Carey,D.Barron for P.Sheehan,K.Aberhams for D.Shuel.A.Yellop,S.Ring,M.Crowley. Best for Youghal Brett Moloney,Mark O Tonnor,and trevor Carey.

Cork U19 league

Youghal Utd 4 – 3 Carrigaline

This must be the longest home fixture off all time. Originally the fixture was in the paper to be a home tie for Youghal but our secretary received a call from the fixtures secretary in Cork saying the fixture was reversed. No problem with this but he never informed the referee and the Carrigaline team so we were left in the situation Youghal were in Carrigaline and the referee & Carrigaline were in Youghal. Youghal rushed back from Cork and luckily the fixture was played and we got a very good win under the circumstances. Well done to all for the effort……..

With a jekly& hyde performance Youghal had a thrilling 4- 3 win over Carrigaline. For a change Youghal started brightly & created a couple of half chances. After 15 mins, Calum Gallogley drove the ball into the bottom right corner from a through ball from Aaron O` Connor 1 – 0 . Then the wheels came off  passes went astray, tackles were missed and defenders stood off their men. Carrigaline`s centre forward gave the defence a torrid time. On 3 occasions he drifted in behind the defence to score twice & set up one to make the score line 1 – 3. The home side were stunned and did well to get to half time with no further damage done. Youghal had to do something and the managers made 2 substitutions & 1 positional change that had an immediate effect. After 2 mins Ross Desmond broke into the box to score 2-3. Next after some sharp inter- passing Calum Phelan scored which made it 3-3. Youghal were now well on top and when Bobby Donoughue  broke down the right, beat two defenders before crosssing for Jerome Glavin to score.( I`m sure he tried to miss) but in fairness it put the home side ahead 4- 3. All this action with still 15 mins remaining and they should have added to the score line to make life a little more comfortable. They didn’t and the last 15 mins was nerve wracking, Carrigaline piled on the pressure forcing Youghal deep into their own half. David Cashman was like a rock in goal, marshalling and having a calming influence on the defence. Jerome & Bobby got injured leaving Youghal short up front. The final whistle went to everyones relief. In football terms not their best display but the great character they showed will stand them good. Best for Youghal: David Cashman, couldn’t be faulted for any of the goals & was cool, calm & assured when it mattered most. Darren McCarthy made a huge differance when coming on and the 2 Calums ran themselves into the ground for the team. Team: D. Cashman, K O`Callaghan, Aaron O`Connor, Jason Galvin, Ross Desmond, Calum Gallogley, Calum Phelan, Colin Sheehan, Yves Sehoge,Jerome Glavin & Bobby Donoughue. Subs used: Darren McCarthy, Ronan O`Sullivan & Dale Donoughue.  PS. there are plenty of talented players out there – if you would like to play good attractive football and have a good craic why not come up training  Mondays & Wednesdays at 7pm!!!!!!!!

Under 15’s

Rathcoole 4 – 0 Youghal United

This game was played in what can only be described as horrendous

conditions. It was always going to suit the physically stronger and

fitter team which in this case was Rathcoole. Youghal travelled to

this fixture with a very depleted squad due to illness and injury and

it was made worse when top defender Andi Nelrexhepi limped off after

20 minutes. The game was very evenly matched for the first 20 with both

sides finding the conditions tough. Rathcoole then scored two goals in

a minute which gave them the momentum to go on and score again before

the break. The second half was one the Youghal coaches will be very

happy with as rather than drop the heads the lads brought the game to

Rathcoole. Wave after wave of Youghal attack put the opposition on

the back foot for most of the half. With so many of the Youghal lads

pushing forward Rathcoole managed to break and score no 4.The

scoreline was not in any way a reflection of the game and the lads can

be very proud of this performance. From the coaches point of view it

was great to see the team at all times trying to get the ball down

and play. Special mention goes to James Skelly and Adam Quirke in

their first appearence as a central defensive unit these two were

outstanding. Team C Sheehan, A White, A Nelrexhepi,A Quirke,C

Clohessey,B Colin,D O Connor,A Semple,D O Connell(capt),C Dempsey P

Delaney. Used Subs J Skelly

New Academy Kit

The club has organised a lovely new kit for all kids and is excellent value

at only €30. The kit includes jersey, socks and shorts. The kit can be tried on for size at Sports And Leisure and orders can be made there. Names and

numbers on the back of the jersey will cost extra.

All Weather Pitch

Youghal United’s all weather pitch is available to rent from 25 euro per

hour and there are some mid-week times available to any group or club

wishing to avail of the facility. The contact number is 083-3835844.

Note!

Two new caretakers have commenced work with the club in looking after our all-weather pitch.  Mandatory €2 is required as a contribution towards the mortgage payments on the all weather pitch.

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Report: Anthony Horgan PRO.

IT’S OFFICIAL

YOUGHAL UNITED ARE GUINNESS WORLD RECORD BREAKERS.

IRELANDS FIRST EVER 5- A- SIDE GUINNESS BOOK OF RECORDS RECORDED

AND

OFFICIALLY RECOGNISED BY THE GUINNESS BOOK OF RECORDS

YOUGHAL UNITED AFC LAST JUNE ACHIEVED SOMETHING NO OTHER IRISH FOOTBALL CLUB HAS ACHEIVED BEFORE, WHEN AT ARDRATH PARK YOUGHAL CO. CORK THEY SHATTERED THE GUINESS BOOK OF RECORDS 5-A-SIDE RECORD WHICH THE STOOD AT 27 HOURS AND 15 MINS BY RECORDING AN INCREDIBLE

33 HOURS & 30 MINUTES !!!!!!!!

Many people will now always remember Youghal’s June Bank Holiday 2010 as the weekend that at Youghal United’s home ground ‘Ardrath Park’ the brave players broke the Guinness World Record for a 5-A-Side soccer match.

Youghal United Schoolboys/Girls and Academies will benefit from funds raised during that gruelling challenge. The new record will take some beating and the efforts by not only the players but all the back-up people involved in this magnificent moment in Youghal United’s history will never be forgotten.

The day to day running costs such of a soccer club as everyone knows is significant with cost such as transport, equipment, maintenance amongst many other costs during the season and all monies that were raised are sincerely appreciated.

Youghal United Promotion Committee member Emmet Perry said “The whole event really brought the town together and the support we received was truly brilliant. I would like to thank on behalf of everyone involved in our Guinness Book of Records success our sponsors,Farrells Summerfield Bar, Berties,T&E Fitzgerald Homes, Sports & Leisure & Youghal Credit Union. All of the people who advertised in our commerative book.

Thanks to Darragh and CRY who gave the event great coverage.

Willie O Mahony who recorded every second of the match.

Youghal News, The East Cork Journal, The Echo and Derek Kiely who kept the people informed from the start.

Fellow committee member Kevin(jock) Gallogly praised Finbar Walsh, Pierce Hennessy and Brian Wade for getting the event off the ground.

16 players were involved in this remarkable weekend but without the help of Ken Dempsey, Jamie Lawton, Kieran Curly, Joe Crotty and Tony Kelly it would have never have been completed.

HISTORY MAKERS YOUGHAL UNITED ACHIEVE THE UNACHEIVABLE AND BREAK THE RECORD

TAKE A BOW

Patrick Morrissey, Christophe Colin, Kevin Gallogley, Barry Goggin, Diarmuid Schuel, David O’Keefe, Mike Lyons, Aidan Ryan, David Kenneally, Pedro Geary, Leon Geary, Martin Cohen, Pierce Hennessy, Anthony Kelly, Gavin O’Leary and Stuart Hickey.