School Boys/Girls and Junior League Football in South Kilkenny
A cold bright afternoon in Tramore saw the girls grab the three points on offer thanks to a Molly Walsh finish. The work these girls are putting in on the training ground in recent months is paying off and this young group went home very happy after today’s performance.
An emotional day for this young squad who were returning to action for the first time since losing their team mate Kate Corcoran in late November. There was a fitting tribute before the game with the young Bohemians girls providing a guard of honour on to the pitch for the Mooncoin Celtic squad which included Kate’s sister Ciara. A minute’s applause was held before the game along with the release of a balloon in to the big blue sky which was very fitting, as it is Kate’s favourite colour.
On to the action and Bohs drew first blood with the opener before three quick fire goals through Bethany Carroll, Emily Blackmore and Sommer Grant saw us 3-1 at the break. Another super finish by Emily saw a bit of daylight but Bohs roared back with two more goals before Emily sealed the win with another good finish. A fitting win to pay tribute to their late team mate. A massive thank you to Bohemians, the referee Tristan Russell and all present for their support today. A final thank you to all who provided refreshments and helped out afterwards.
A beautiful morning in Annestown for this league tie between two sides struggling for a win with a while. A very quick start saw several chances come our way but no finished product. Jack Ryan tapped home the opener on 12 minutes but Seaview capitalised on sloppy play with two quick fire goals. The second half was even enough with very few chances created by either team and two late goals saw Seaview over the line.
Our U13s had a hard fought draw at home to piltown today that finished 2-2 it was a tight first half but piltown nicked 2 soft goals from set pieces. As soon as the second half kicked off Mooncoin Celtic were on top and got 2 goals back but probably should of got more. All and all the lads showed great character to claw their way back into it. Goal scorers were TJ and Aaron.
A right ding doing battle took place in Kilrush Park in Dungarvan. A couple of early goals saw the hosts nudge ahead but our boys kept at it but unfortunately luck wasn’t on their side. Dungarvan scored a third before we pulled a goal back through Denis who headed home a corner. The second saw an even enough affair and Dungarvan held on for three points.
A rusty performance for our first game in two months,we conceded a goal early in first half and it was an uphill task after that with Edmond unlucky not to get on the scoresheet.
Best on day for us was half time sub Aidan.
Our youngest group headed to Williamstown to face De la Salle on astro turf and a much improved performance by the boys which will give them confidence going forward. A goal in each half secured the three points for De la Salle.
League leaders Dungarvan were our visitors this morning in bright cold conditions and this young group were given a simple game plan in nullifying the stronger outfit. Everyone of the boys were disciplined in shape and positioning in the first half and went in 1-0 down at half time. Second half saw Dungarvan try everything to breach the boys but some brilliant defensive work throughout saw them hold Dungarvan to long range efforts and they nicked a second goal to win the three points on offer. Big improvements in this young squad who will pick up points as the season runs on.
Congratulations to the winner of our last 50 50 draw, Magdalena Kuchnia who won the €500 on offer. Magdalena bought her envelope in Giulio’s Takeaway on the main street. As always, a big thank you to all for your continued support. This week’s draw will be held on Sunday evening. Click on the link to enter and please share with family and friends.
https://mooncoinceltic.com/mcfcs-50-50-split-the-pot/
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