Ó Sé era gets off to flying start

EAST KERRY SENIOR LEAGUE DIVISION 1A Listry 2-16 Kenmare Shamrocks 2-12

LISTRY’S first match under new manager Marc ÓSé got off to a good start against Kenmare Shamrocks.

Listry’s Derry Ahern was put the first score on the scoreboard after a minute of play, however, Kenmare’s Dylan O’Connor and Kevin Price edged the scoreboard ahead by scoring two points .Listry had the upper hand throughout the 1st half showing skill and determination from Aaron McCarthy, Barry Keane Gerald Murphy, all scored points in the first half. Derry Ahern after 24 minutes scored a fantastic goal, again edging Listry ahead.

Kenmare Shamrocks never gave up, with Seán O’Leary, David Hallissey, Joe Doyle, Matt Rohan all getting points in the first half. Listry’s Anthony Sweeney stretched the lead for Listry by two point from play going into halftime, Listry 1-9 Kenmare Shamrocks 0-8.

Good work by Gary O’Sullivan saw David Nolan who came on as a sub after half-time, confidently kicked the ball into the back of the net. However, Kenmare’s Shamrock player attempted relentently as they attempted to narrow the gap, Dylan O’Connor two goals in the second half brought the score line closer.

A near miss from Shane O’Sullivan from Kenmare to get a goal but great goal keeping from Colm Counihan, but Listry’s Barry Keane with his brilliant individual effect scored three points in the last 10 mins, slowly edged Listry ahead at the final whistle.