Notes 18/58/12

 The U13 Rebel Og Thiar football  final against Argideen Rangers was played in Clonakilty on Friday 11th May. The Kilmacs got a boost early in the game with a goal in the 3^rd minute by Oisin O’Driscoll and had the early advantage. Argideen then had their period of dominance and were getting scores to make the game close and exciting. After surviving a couple of near misses the Kilmacs were able to get a couple of more scores and had the advantage at half time on the score 1- 6 to 0 – 5.  Starting the second half strongly and with a goal by Ellis Wilson in the 6^th  minute the Kilmacs had the upper hand.  When Argideen goaled in the 16^th minute the Kilmacs were quick to cancel it out with another goal by Ellis Wilson. Argideen did come again for the final minutes but the Kilmacs had done enough to win on the score Kilmacabea  3- 13 Argideen Rangers 3-5. 

This was a great team performance with each one playing his part and the team has improved immeasurably as they have gelled with games. Young Keith Whelton was very sharp in goal. Adrian Gore and Odhran Kerrisk were very steady in defence and were able to deal with anything that came their way. Jamie O Donoghue was outstanding in the center of defence and in total control. Jamie Ronan may have been the smallest player on the pitch but was huge in everything he did. Ian Jennings was another who had a superb display and was immense going forward. Captain Damian Gore(0-7) led by example and was everywhere and was easily the leading player on the pitch even against players much bigger than him. Dara Tobin did a lot of work up and down linking attack and defence. Myles Tobin(0-2) also had a big role to play and really came into his own in the second half, winning a huge amount of possession and used it well. Ashley Deane had a tremendous game and was involved in everything and was very influential in the outcome. In the inside line Ellis Wilson(2-2) had a superb night and tormented the Argideen defence throughout. Beside him Oisin O’Driscoll(1-2) was lethal with possession and couldn’t be held. Others to play their part were Conor Nash, Colin Twomey, Ciarán Hernon, Christy Wilson, Gareth Whooley, Eolan Dineen, Mikey O’Mahony. Well done to all involved and mentors Bart Kerrisk, Michael Gore, Noel O’Donoghue, Frank Wilson.

 

The team played Adrigole in the region play off in Aughaville on Tuesday 15th. Against a well drilled team and with an injury to a key player early in the game the team performed below par and were beaten by a better side on the night. While it was disappointing they didn't do themselves justice and probably suffered for their exertions in the past few weeks and had done superbly to be where they are.

 The junior A football championship replay vs. Barryroe took place on  Sunday 13^th May  in Ahiohill.  The gale force wind was to play a huge part. Playing against the wind the Kilmacs had a major job to do with two goals conceded in the first five minutes. Barryroe tagged on further points and Kilmacabea got their only score with a goal just before half time to be behind 2-7 to 1-0. Starting the second half positively they set about the task and had added 5 points and hit the post in the first 7minutes and looked to be in a good position. Unfortunately they didn’t take advantage of the wind and while the gap was narrowed they now go in to the knockout stages after the final score Kilmacabea 1 -9 Barryroe 2- 8. They are now drawn to play neighbours Castlehaven in what will be a tough task.

Fixtures –U12 Football vs. Goleen in Leap on Friday 18^th May at 8pm

U10 Football vs. D O Mathuna in Castletownkenniegh on Wednesday 23rd May at 7pm

As fixtures are liable to change check locally prior to travelling.