Still struggling
Deel Rovers (Milford) 5-11 Araglin 1-2
Following on from our opening round defeat to Abbey Rovers (CTR), things didn’t get any easier in Araglin Community Field last Sunday when we welcomed Deel Rovers (Milford) to south Tipperary. Our opponents have been operating in the junior B football arena for quite a while and their experience and game management was evident from early on. Worryingly for us, the game was over at half-time, with Milford going in at the break 3-8 to 1-0 in front. Our goal came from Simon Walsh, who was injured at the time and who would have to depart the field later in the game.
Allowing for Deel Rovers’ dominance, we were disjointed in our approach play and very poor in front of goals, squandering a number of decent scoring opportunities. Sean Hegarty, who was good on the frees in Castletownroche, had an off day from placed balls. It can be argued that we are fielding several young players, who are only making the transition from minor to adult level and that several key players were unavailable for selection, however, the fact that we haven’t been competitive in either of our football league games this year, can’t be disputed.
SLIGHT IMPROVEMENT IN THE SECOND HALF
When things are going against you and the management want to freshen things up, the first port of call is to look to the bench. Again, regrettably, we started this game with the minimum 15 players and could only muster two substitute from a panel of 25. To be fair, we did improve as the game went on, with Ben Carey making an impression at midfield and Sean Motherway becoming more attack-minded - he and veteran forward, Dave Browne, both recorded points. Newcomer, Sean Og O’Doherty did well on his kickouts, with new signing Stephen Reilly also entering the fray in the second half.
DUSTING OURSELVES DOWN
We have of course moved up from division 3 to division 2, having also made the jump from junior C to junior B football. With improved fitness levels, the return of some ‘regulars’ and better concentration levels, there is room for improvement and hopefully, we can dust ourselves down and make an impression in the weeks and months ahead.
TEAM, PANEL & SCORERS
Sean Og O’Doherty (GK), Ted White, Shay Russell, Shane Keane, Jack Kearney, Niall O’Sullivan, Simon Walsh, Sean Hegarty, Ben Carey, Sean Motherway (0-01), Cain O’Mahony, Aaron Hegarty, Keelan O’Gorman, Dave Browne (0-01), Oisin Hickey. Subs used: Tommy Feeney for Sean Og O’Doherty and Stephen Reilly for Simon Walsh (1-00) (injured).
Referee: Peter Watson (Kildorrery).
HURLING ON SUNDAY
We have our first hurling game of the year on Sunday when we travel to Castletownroche to take on the locals. Whatever about the performance, we need bodies and plenty of them in Castletownroche on Sunday.
FIXTURE
Sunday, 27th March, Cavanagh’s of Fermoy Div 2 HL, Castletownroche v Araglin in Castletownroche at 3pm.
LOTTO RESULTS FROM 17TH MARCH
Numbers drawn 03, 20, 21 and 31. No winner. Lucky dips: €50 Michael Lyons Jr., Bartlemy; €50 Pat Cambridge, Cork City; €25 Helena O’Brien, Tubbernahulla and €25 Maura Condon, The Cross, Main Street, Kilworth. Next draw, Thursday, 24th March in Christy’s for a jackpot of €5,900.
ARAGLEN PONY CLUB DRAW RESULTS
This draw was held at the pontto-points - 1st prize, a hamper Olivia Mee, Araglin; 2nd prize, a hamper Aoibheann O’Donoghue, Carey’s Lodge; 3rd prize, a hamper Sheila Daly, Ballamadock; 4th prize, a hamper Edmond ‘ Nedzer’ O’Donoghue, Ballinmadock; 5th prize, a hamper John Ahern, c/o Bridget Leddy, Araglen Pony Club; 6th prize, a hamper John O’Donovan, Gortnaskehy; 7th prize Joan Whelan, Anglesboro, c/o Timmy McCarthy; 8th prize Simon Linehan, Kilmurry; 9th prize Ailish Kenneally, Ballyduff and 10th prize, Eleanor Broderick, Fermoy.
PONY CLUB PRESENTATION
Prior to last Sunday’s cross country hack, members of Araglen Pony Club presented a cheque for €465 to John J.
White who accepted on behalf of Mary’s Meals. John thanked Araglen Pony Club for their generosity and said the donation was much appreciated.
SCOUTS IN ARAGLIN
North Cork scouts spent last weekend in Araglin Community Field. One of the scout leaders, John Fitzgerald from Ballinaleukna, co-ordinated the event.
ALL SET FOR FASHION SHOW
A huge amount of work has gone in to this Friday night’s fashion show in Araglin - all proceeds are going to Blackwater Search & Rescue (Fermoy). A limited amount of tickets are still available, contact Ena on 087-1370234.
CYCLING FOR THE SCHOOL
A fundraising cycle in aid of Araglin National School takes place in Araglin on Sunday next, 27th March.
WALKING WITH CHARLIE
The public are encouraged to support a ‘Walk With Charlie’, which is taking place in Araglin on Saturday, 2nd April at 11am. Everyone welcome, refreshments served.
RIP JOHN T.
The club extends sympathy to the family of the late John T. Heffernan, who passed away on Sunday, 20th March in C.U.H. John T. (92) was well known locally through his involvement in horse racing and card playing. His is being laid to rest in Araglin on Friday, 25th March, following requiem Mass at 12 noon in Ballygiblin. May he rest in peace.