ON Monday Night the 9th of January (2012) Youghal GAA Club held its first committee meeting with a very large attendance.

The new Chairman of Youghal GAA Club Ger Motherway welcomed everyone along to the meeting and looked forward to the year ahead with a positive sense of purpose to make this year the best so far and with the commitment of everyone involved he hoped for a very successful year both on and off the pitch.

Among the hopes for the year ahead was that the Premier Intermediate Hurlers could go one better this year and that the Intermediate Footballers could go all the way too in their Intermediate Football Championship.

There was also the discussion of the amalgamation of the Youghal Ladies Football Club and the Youghal Camogie Club coming together under one umbrella into Youghal GAA Club, an issue that will be discussed in more detail in the weeks ahead.

Youghal GAA Club also are preparing themselves for a hectic year ahead as the victorious Junior Footballers prepare for Junior ‘A’ Championship and League Division One football after their promotion following the double success last year.

There was no winner of the Youghal GAA Club Lotto of €14,250 the numbers drawn were 3, 6, 10 and 16. €200 shared by Mary Aherne, Rion Barry, Collete Steile, Moira Nolan, Lucy Kenneally and Ronan Monaghan. The Sellers Prize went to Ger Motherway. Next weeks Youghal GAA Club Lotto stands at €14, 510. Go Raibh maith agat as do thacaiocht.

Finally Youghal GAA Club wishes to extend their sincerest sympathy on the recent passing of Jerry O’Regan who will be sadly missed by everyone at the club.

Jerry was a stalwart of the club and was part of a seven man group who originally purchased the grounds at Magners Hill and was an integral part of the success of Youghal GAA Club.

In the words of John Parker, “He was a remarkable man”. Jerry was a true Gael and a man who will stand long in the memories of all who enter the gates of Club Arás and Copperalley as one fantastic Youghal GAA man.

Deiric O Cadhla
Bord Corcaigh Thoir OCP

Derek Kiely
East Cork Board PRO
089-4191901

pro.imokilly.cork@gaa.ie

www.eastcorkgaa.com

Well another year is over and its time to sit back and reflect on what the past year held in store. St Itas are probably one of the smallest clubs in the East Cork area and this year we fielded one hurling team at Junior level and despite the number of players lost to emigration and those away at work or in collage we managed to acquit ourselves quite well. At this point I think it only fair that we acknowledge all the help and support we got throughout the year from the East Cork Board and different clubs who helped us when the occasion’s arose in changing match fixtures, venues etc, we were not the only club facing the problems of player numbers being short and this year and sadly nearly every club was affected by emigration and or players having to stop playing because of work or school. St Itas would like to thank all the players, our coach, our selectors and club members, our sponsors and hard working committee but most of all St Itas wish to thank everyone who supported our club throughout the year at our matches, fundraisers and different club events.

St Itas Annual General Meeting
St Itas GAA club will hold its AGM on Sunday 18th Dec in Gortroe Hall at 4pm. Members past & present and those who are interested in St Itas GAA Club are invited to attend.

Puc Fada
St Itas GAA Club will hold its annual Puc Fada competition on St Stephens day.  The Route is the same as last year. Leaving Gortroe Village at 11am and finishing up at the Quality Hotel Redbarn.  Usual rules apply .

2011 League
In a year that saw us step up to a new level of hurling in Division 2 of the Junior A league it was also a year that saw us bow out of the championship against Castlemartyr in Youghal at the quarter final stages having drawn Carrigtwohill for the first round and winning that game on a scoreline of St Itas 2-16 to Carrigtwohill’s 0-12, however Castlemartyr proved too strong for us in the Quarter Final with a scoreline of St Itas 1-11 Castlemartyr 3-13. The lads dusted themselves off and put in a great effort in the league with a great campaign over the summer months. We played 8 games in the league, winning 5 and drawing 3.
St Itas 3-12 V Dungourney 1-18,  St Itas 3-14 V Bride Rovers 2-7,  St
Itas 3.18 V Carrig na bhFearr 3.15, St Itas 2.12 V Midleton 2.12, St
Itas 1-19 V Sarsfields 0-11, St Itas 5-13 V Youghal 1-7, St Itas 2.15
Vs Killeagh 2.15 and St Itas 3.14 V Cloyne 2.13.

This saw us through to a league final where we faced a strong and determined Bride Rovers on Sunday Oct 9th in Carrigtwohill. It was great to see Carrigtwohill’s pitch and fields all decorated with their colors after winning the County title. On the day Bride Rovers were just too good for St Itas with a final score of  St Itas 1-11 Bride Rovers 4-12.

Official Launch of ‘An Illustrated History of the GAA in East Cork 1924 – 2010′
By Tom Morrison

Launched by Uachtarán Cumann Luthchleas Gael Críostóir Ó Cuana at Midleton GAA Club, Wednesday the 30th of November at 8pm.

This eagerly awaited new book has captured the memories, the moments, the history and the images of over eight decades of Junior matches; the characters and the people that have made such wonderful contributions to the GAA in East Cork, Cork County and at national and international level.

‘An Illustrated History of the GAA in East Cork 1924-2010′ beautifully captures the very essence of the championship matches, the associations and the friendships built up over the eight-seven years since the formation of the East Cork Board.

Guests of honour on this historic night for the Imokilly Division will be Uachtarán Cumann Luthchleas Gael, Críostóir Ó Cuana, Joan O’Flynn, President of the Camogie Association, Jerry O’Sullivan, Chairman of the Cork County Board, who all hail from the East Cork Division. Michael O’Brien, Chairman of the East Cork Board and of course the author of this great publication, Tom Morrison, will also speak on the night.

“An Illustrated History of the GAA in East Cork 1924 – 2010” is an encyclopedia of historic facts and accounts from the Imokilly Division; it is a reference book of the highest possible standard and it is a book that every Gael will want to have in their collection of GAA memorabilia.

RRP: €25.00

Make sure you don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of an historic occasion in

East Cork GAA

For more information on this event check out www.eastcorkgaa.com

or email secretary.imokilly.cork@gaa.ie or pro.imokilly.cork@gaa.cork

For enquiries and advance orders contact Jerome O’Brien Treasurer of the East Cork Board at 00-353-86-8355143

Youghal United soccer notes
Club main sponsor: Berties Bar – Report: Anthony Horgan PRO.

Youghal United secure a new club main sponsor! – Exciting times ahead for Youghal United after the club secured a new sponsor in Paul & Carmel Dempsey at Berties Bar. Youghal United and Berties partnership go back years with “old” Bertie being a sponsor and supporter of Youghal United for many a year. Everyone involved with the club is pleased to be back at Berties again.

Munster Senior Cup 2nd Round.

Passage 0 – 2 Youghal United.

Youghal yet again had another good result away in the Munster Senior Cup 2nd round to Passage. The lads won 2-0 with two second half goals by Leigh Desmond. Best for were the centre half partnership of Seamus Landers and Anthony Kelly.

Under 19

Youghal United 1 – 3 Greenwood.

This was a poor result and a poor performance by the Youghal lads. The 1st half had little to entertain the local supporters. Greenwood hit the crossbar but Bobby Donoughue had the best chance when 1 on 1 with the keeper. Colin Sheehan & Calum Gallogley had half chances, but nothing more. The 2nd half was a catalog of disasters for the home team. First the influential Ross Desmond came off injured, Greenwood took the lead when the keeper left the ball roll under his body & into the net. Youghal rallied and equalised through Jerome Glavin. However, soon after the game turned when Youghal had a player sent off in controversial circumstances. Greenwood regained the lead, when from a corner the centre forward stooped to head home. Calum Phelan was badly injured and Greenwood made it 3-1.Worse was to follow with another red card, this time no complaints. A Bad defeat – too many below par performances, gone was the fluent passing football of previous games and too much ill discipline. Hopefully lessons can be learned and the team can move on to better displays. Best for Youghal.Jason Galvin & Killian O`Callaghan in defence stood out and without them the defeat could have been alot worse. Team D.CASHMAN.K O`CALLAGHAN.D.McCARTHY. R.DESMOND. J.GALVIN.C.GALLOGLEY.C.PHELAN.B.DONOUGHUE.J.MEADE. J.GLAVIN.C.SHEEHAN. SUBS USED. A.O`CONNOR.D.DONOUGHUE. S.SHEEHAN.

WW/EC division 1

Youghal United 5 – 0 Accrington.

Paul Hennessy capped off a great performance on Sunday scoring early in the second half to keep Youghal’s push for promotion on track. Youghal got off to a quick start when a fast corner to Stephen Ring was delivered to the back post and Spillane headed to the net. Soon after Mark O’ Connor was taken down at the edge of the area and Sammy Coakley blasted it to the bottom corner to make it 2-0. Accrington got into the game and Youghal had to depend on keeper Andrew Duggan to pull off two super saves just before the break. Youghal got their third when Stephen Barry was taken down in the area up stepped captain Chris Hennessy to cooly send the keeper the wrong way. Early in the second half man of the match Paul Hennessy sealed it for Youghal when he met Coakleys free kick to net that was Paul’s third goal of the season. Accrington never gave up and had another great chance but Duggan pushed a powerful shot over the bar. Late on Barry broke down the right before crossing to his captain Chris Hennessy who made no mistake making it 5 – 0. This was Stephen Rings last game of the season for Youghal as he goes on his travels , the club, all his team mates and management would like to wish him all the best in his venture down under he will be sadly missed.

Team: A.Duggan,S.Ring,D.Troy.S.Spillane,S.Coakley,M.Crowley,T.Carey,C.Hennessy,P.Hennessy,S.Barry,M O Connor. Subs J.Mason for T.Carey,D.Barron for S.Spillane,A.Yellop,G.Roche. Best for Youghal P.Hennessy,A.Duggan,S.Ring.

Under 15

Carrigaline United 0 – 6 Youghal United.

Having watched Youghal on a couple of occassions playing so well away

from home but returning empty handed it was nice to see the lads get

their just rewards today at Bealla Park. On a beautiful day for

football Youghal had control of this game from start to finish.

Playing on the fantastic astroturf surface allowed both teams play

Fast flowing football which always makes for a more enjoyable game to

watch. Youghal took the game to the opposition right from the kick off

and it was only a matter of time before the goals started to

come. Their first from a free kick from outside the box which Andi

Nelrexhepi placed nicely in the top left hand corner of the net with

the help of a slight deflection. Number two and three came from man of

the match Conor Dempsey having been put through on both occasions by

some great passing held his nerve and slotted the ball past the

stranded Carrigaline keeper. Goal number four was the pick of the

bunch as Darren O Conner picked up the ball in his own half, carried

it to the edge of the box and lashed an unstoppable drive to the top

corner. Goal number five again came from an Andi Nelrexhepi free kick,

this time from the edge of the box Andi opted for power and just drove

it straight through a crowded penalty area into the net. The final goal

came from some great work down the left flank by Zack Downey which

resulted in a fine cross by Padraig Delaney being guided into the net

by the hard working Kenneth Cantillon. Youghal never looked in trouble

in this game and the few excursions Carrig made into the Youghal half

were dealt with by a defensive unit well marshsled by captain on the

day James Skelly. Manager Gavin O Leary will be well pleased with this

performance. Well done guys Team C Sheehan, A Donoghue, A Nelrexhepi,J

Skelly,A Clohessey,B Colin,D O Conner,A Semple,K Cantillon,P Delaney

,C Dempsey Used Subs Z Downey

Under 12

Youghal United 11 – 2 Mallow.

Just look at this score line and it tells you all there is to know about this game. The home side were totally dominant throughout and cruised to what could be their easiest victory for the season against third position in the league table Mallow. Kieran Daly got one goal, Liam Moylan Ansbro scored a hat trick but the top scorer on the day with an unbelievable 7 goals was Jake O Brien. The lads are still top of the table and have made an excellent start to the season.

Club notes!

The club is pleased to announce that we have received much needed sponsorship from the generosity of Berties, Maggie Mays, Youghal Pharmacy & Crowley’s service station in the last number of weeks. More information to follow on future sponsorship deals. Next month we are hoping to hold a soccer marathon having the underage teams play during the day and finishing with a friendly/competitive game between a selection of players from Berties and Mackeys. We have a number of positions free for an advertising board around the field if you are interested then please contact Damien on the all weather pitch number below.

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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Youghal U-16s Soccer
Springfield 1 – 1 Youghal Utd.

This was a game that will have Youghal cursing their luck for weeks to come and 2 points lost that could count against them at the end of the season. A depleted but confident side traveled to Cobh to face newcomers, Springfield. Youghal obliged the opposition with a change of date but struggled to field their strongest team as a consequence. With just enough players to take the field Youghal still put in an excellent performance, particularly in the second half.

The game started evenly and Youghal created some promising openings but were a little too careless in the final third. The breakthrough came midway through the first half when Sarah Roche showed great composure on the halfway line, carrying the ball into the Springfield half. Her through pass to the right evaded the outstretched leg of the left back. Holly Twomey, in deadly form of late, controlled the pass and from just inside the box, slotted home. Youghal may have felt that they had done enough but they allowed Springfield confidence to grow. Youghal were second to the ball on most ocassions and caught out of positions and paid dearly for it. With the Springfield midfielder allowed to collect the ball in Youghal’s half without any pressure, the number 8 danced her way through the area to level the score. Youghal were stung and continued to struggle until midway through the second half when Holly Twomey brought a smart save from the keeper. Holly continued to threaten with Rebecca Kearns also showing great promise on the right. Youghal seemed to realise they were in a match and looked the more likely to score until the Springfield centre-half  made her influence known on the game. When Holly Twomey sailed pass two defenders she was almost certain to put Youghal ahead until a crunching tackle took the ball and her ankle inside the area. It was Holly’s last involvement in the game as she was carried off. With Youghal down to 9 players Springfield got hold of the game, hitting the post and having the ball cleared off the line with a great save by Orla Daly. However, Youghal’s outstanding character showed when the excellent Rachel Geary caught Springfield on the break with a fantastic solo run. Unfortunately, as Rachel was about to shoot she too fell foul of the same defender and after another hard tackle was carried off with a similar injury to her team-mate. This time Youghal were awarded the penalty that was 15 minutes overdue. With Youghal’s two probable kickers off the pitch Sarah Roche stepped up to take what turned out to be the last kick of the game. Sadly for Sarah her effort was saved. This was cruel on Sarah as she had been absolutely outstanding in the last 20 minutes when Youghal barely had enough players to finish the game. Certainly, her performance secured a brave and costly point. Youghal will be disappointed not to win the game but can be very proud of their performance in very trying circumstance. The return match with a full team will  offer the opportunity to redress the balance on what was a day thay Youghal lost 2 players for a number of weeks but were also extraordinarily brave. Squad: Orla Day, Anne-Marie Geary, Sarah Roche, Katie Manning ©, Claire Keniry, Niamh Roche, Rebecca Kearns, Rachel Geary, Amy Benaim, Holly Twomey. Next Match at Ardrath Park V Riverstown Sun 13.

Youghal progress through to the East Cork Junior ‘B’ Football Final – By Derek Kiely in Killeagh

Youghal 0-11

Aghada 0-08

 

LAST Friday at Pairc Ui Chinneide in Killeagh the semi final replay of the East Cork Junior ‘B’ Football Championship was won by Youghal after an impressive display against Aghada.

In the original semi final Youghal felt that they had left it behind them on the night, but last Friday night’s performance was far superior from the Youghal boys and in the end they were good value for the win.

Unlike the original match Youghal started far better with lots of possession early and after just two minutes of play Daniel Savage had the first white flag raised in the match with a very well taken ‘45’ for Youghal.

Over the next four minutes Youghal had kicked two wides and Aghada got themselves into the match and levelled with a very good point from play off the boot of Padraig Wall.

Both sides cancelled each other out over the next eight minutes with both Youghal and Aghada kicking several wides.

Alan Frahill O’Connor then settled Youghal nerves on the 16th minute with a well taken free to re-gain the lead. Then seconds later the Youghal men struck again with a great score from Andrew Sheehan from miles out to establish a two point lead.

Youghal dominated the ball for several minutes after that score, but had to wait until the 25th minute to add another score from Keith McCarthy, then instantly from the resulting kick out Youghal had another point from Alan Frahill O’Connor to establish a four point lead, but on the stroke of half time the margin was reduced to three points when David Creedon pointed from play.

Creedon was on target just seconds into the second half with yet another pin point accurate free for the Rostellan men, leaving two between the sides.

Youghal’s Adrian Curtin responded with a well taken free on the left side 35 metres out on the 35th minute. Then Curtin was on target just three minutes later from the same tight angle and the four point advantage was re-established.

Since the resumption of the second half both sides were level in terms of possession and both defences were on top. Creedon popped a free over for Aghada on the 39th minute, then amazingly Curtin made it three out of three from the same tight spot on the left side thirty five metres out again, which was a magnificent run of tough free’s for the Youghal man.

Creedon was proving deadly from the placed ball and rose another white flag on the 42nd minute and again there was a goal between the sides.

Youghal increased the pressure with 15 minutes to go, taking several close range shots but not finding a break through, down to some very good Aghada defending, but after five blocked shots Anthony Frahill O’Connor took the initiative close in and popped the ball over for Youghal.

Then incredibly from the same location on the pitch Adrian Curtin made it four long range pointed free’s out of four, this time dropping in off the goal post to give Youghal five point lead with twelve minutes remaining.

Padraig Wall sent a score from play over for Aghada on the 48th minute and Youghal’s full back line through the very impressive Philip Monaghan had to battle hard as the Rostellan men came in search of a goal.

Youghal needed something fast to keep the pressure off and with nine minutes remaining the outstanding Aaron Kenny sent Barry Goggin free and Goggin made no mistake putting the ball over.

Aghada weren’t giving up just yet and rallied with two late scores from David CAreedon from play and also a great score from Shane Wall, but Youghal didn’t panic and saw out the remainder of this game to set up an East Cork Final with Castlelyons on Sunday the 13th of November, with the venue to be announced.

YOUGHAL: E Coyne; V Murray, P Monaghan, A Foley; P O’Mahony, A Kenny (Cpt) D Savage; Alan Frahill-O’Connor, A Curtin; A Sheehan, Anthony Frahill-O’Connor, C O’Mahony; R Cunningham, D Mulcahy, K McCarthy.

Subs: R Cronin for C O’Mahony Injury (13) B Goggin for D Mulcahy (38) S Spillane for A Curtin (52)

AGHADA: M O’Brien; A Walsh, B Wall, E Cotter; A Creedon, S Wall, P O’Connor; C Rice, A Cotter; P Wall, D Creedon, R Goodie; T O’Keefe, J O’Brien, F Day.

D Morrissey for F Day (26) R Condon for R Goode (29)

Referee: Denis O’Flynn (Fr. O’Neill’s)

–
Deiric O Cadhla
Bord Corcaigh Thoir OCP

Derek Kiely
East Cork Board PRO
089-4191901

pro.imokilly.cork@gaa.ie

www.eastcorkgaa.com

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.

U-16s  Cork Schoolgirls League  Youghal Utd 3  – Ringmahon Rangers 2

Youghal Utd finally began their season after two cancellations at a rain-soaked and wind-swept Ardrath Park last Saturday. Youghal dominated a match that was spoiled by the weather.

From the first whistle the home side kept the visitors in their own half and the Youghal keeper didn’t have a single save to make. With a strong wind behind them, Youghal bombarded the Ringmahon goal and the first opportunity fell to Holly Twomey at the edge of the area. Her powerful strike cannoned off the underneath of the bar and bounced to safety off the line.

Within five minutes Youghal were then awarded a penalty following a handball. Holly Twomey slotted the ball to the right but it struck the post. After great work from Emily Roche, Claire Keniry and Rachel Geary the ball fell to Zoe Lane whose excellent shot struck the post. Youghal continued to pile on the pressure with Rebecca Kearns coming achingly close to the opener when her half volley skimmed wide.

Ringmahom’s resolute defending finally subsided when Holly Twomey collected the ball inside the area. Her strike left the keeper with little chance. Youghal failed to add a second, though a great run from Amy Ben-Aim down the left flank almost doubled the advantage, her deflected shot squirming across the goalmouth with no one to stab it home.

After the break, Ringmahon now had the wind at their backs and Youghal’s defence soon became overworked in comparison to an easy first half. What took Youghal 25 minutes to do, Ringmahon achieved in 5. When the home defence failed to clear from a corner, Emily Jordan levelled the score. At 1-1, Youghal could have buckled under the pressure and disappointment of conceding.

However, they kept the ball down and played their way back into the game. Amy Ben-Aim was a constant threat on the left and her link up play with Niamh Roche showed plenty of promise. Despite Ringmahon pressure, Youghal always looked likely to score on the break. When they won a corner Rachel Geary was the first to react when the ball rebounded along the dead-ball line. Her short pass into the area found Amy Ben-Aim whose shot was too strong for the keeper who couldn’t prevent it crossing the line.

Youghal had further chances through Zoe Lane , Rebecca Kearns and Aoife O’ Sullivan with Holly Twomey’s solid strike being well held by the keeper. Ringmahon’s outstanding player on the day, Jennifer O’ Gorman had spent most of the first half repelling Youghal attacks, but was further advanced in the second. The number 9 punished slack defending when, having avoided three challenges, she slotted cooly home to level the score at 2-2.

With time running out it looked like Youghal would rue a wasteful first half and a game they had dominated. However, the goal seemed to galvanise Youghal and when a poor clearance fell to Holly Twomey, the striker rounded two defenders and fired home the winner. In the remaining minutes Ringmahon pushed but didn’t threaten while Youghal refused to surrender a third lead with the back four outstanding. Youghal were relieved to hear the final whistle and to get 3 points in a game that should have been over at half-time.

A great start for the girls who showed there is much to look forward to this season. Squad. Anne-Marie Geary, Emily Roche, Niamh Roche, Sarah Roche, Katie Manning ©, Amy Ben-Aim, Rachel Geary, Zoe Lane, Claire Keniry, Rebecca Kearns, Holly Twomey, Aoife O’ Sullivan, Trish Roddy.

Eochaill Óg, Youghal Ladies Football Club & Youghal Camogie Club would like to express their appreciation to the Mulcahy family & friends who generously donated €1000 to the juvenile clubs within Youghal GAA from proceeds generated from a golf classic run in the memory of Batty Mulcahy.

With over 300 children from the age of 5 to 18 participating in gaelic games weekly any assistance in the day to day running of these teams is always welcome. Equipment ranging from indoor hurleys, sliotars, footballs, bibs and cones were purchased which will be put to good use over the coming months. The presentation took place in Club Áras after our Saturday morning training where Chairpersons were presented with their new equipment by Batty’s family members.
Eochaill Óg, Youghal Ladies Football Club, Youghal Camogie Club, Batty Mulcahy Memorial, Club Áras

SUPPORT for the team ahead of the Cork County Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship Final has been incredible from all areas of the community and the Club deeply appreciates it.

There has also been fantastic support financially from Kevin Curtin, Mackeys Central Star and Brookes Super Valu towards the kit sponsorship for the team and last Saturday the club wanted to show their appreciation to these three sponsors by way of a presentation of a new Youghal Kit Bag and County Final commemorative jersey. Club Chairman Dave Kilgannon said “The buzz about the town in the last week has been fantastic, with an eight day turn around it focused everyones mind immediately on the final and it has been a very busy and exciting time at Youghal GAA Club. Finals are exciting and wonderful for everyone in the town and the surrounding areas, but they are expensive too and with that in mind I want to thank from the bottom of my heart, the businesses and supporters for their backing. I would like to single out Kevin Curtin, Noel and Kay Mackey and Ken Brookes his son Peter and the Brookes family for their support in sponsoring our teams kit for the final and the kit bags, it is a very generous gesture and we are very grateful”.