MC ELLIGOTT CUP
Our Senior Mens B Team travelled to Gneeveguilla on Saturday afternoon for the first round of the County Junior Cup. Gneeveguilla were first to strike with a goal after two minutes but the lads responded well and were level after the first quarter. A strong second quarter performance which included a fine goal by Daire Murphy saw us lead by 1-9 to 1-3 at the interval.
We faced into a strengthening wind in the second half but a good start saw us extend our lead to 1-11 to 1-3. At that stage Gneeveguilla hit a purple patch and a couple of two pointers followed by a goal saw them reduce the lead to a point. A great goal by Kian McCann and a brilliant penalty save by KJ Griffin were vital in the team emerging in the end with a 4 point win.
An excellent performance by the team who face Kenmare Shamrocks next week. Thanks to Gneeveguilla for an exciting game and to Donal Casey for excellent officiating. Final Score Killarney Legion 2-13 Gneeveguilla 2-9.
U16 DISTRICT COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL
Well done to our six lads involved with East Kerry in winning the District County Championship on Monday evening last in a very high scoring encounter against St. Brendan’s. The lads have now completed two in a row in this competition.
It was played in Austin Stack Park, and James Murphy, Ronan O Brien, Jake Coffey, Mark Looney, and Samuel Scroope all contributed very well. Jack Culloty was due to start but unfortunately missed it due to an injury. Final Score East Kerry 4-20 St Brendans 3-13.
U15 LADIES
On a challenging evening for football, where the elements played a major role, our U15 Ladies travelled to Scartaglen for Round 2 of the Club Championship. With a strong, blustery wind dictating the flow of play, it was a game of two very different halves. Scartaglen won the toss and played with the wind at their backs resulting in a lightning-fast start where they hit the net twice within the opening minute. The girls found themselves under pressure early on and struggled to move the ball beyond our own half. However, when we did break through, our girls responded with determination and class, crafting some excellent team scores, including two well-taken goals. Despite the pressure, we went into the break trailing by 4-5 to 2-3. Legion came out for the second half re-energised and refocused. Our midfield began to dominate, and our forwards found plenty of space inside, converting a penalty and more chances into scores with style. Credit to our defence as well, who put serious pressure on Scartaglen’s kickouts, turning over possession and keeping the momentum in our favour.
It was a true team performance, driven by a never-give-up attitude that turned a halftime deficit into a memorable win. The resilience, teamwork, and fight shown by the girls was second to none.
A huge thank you to our loyal supporters who made the journey, to the referee and to Scartaglen for a sporting and competitive game.
Final Score... Killarney Legion 6-13 Scartaglen 4-6.
ACADEMY
Our U10 Girls went to Listry for a Go Game blitz and played six competitive matches in a very enjoyable Sunday morning. A big thank you to coaches Mike Laura Denise for getting them together on a busy weekend after attending the Saturday morning Academy also. The Saturday also featured a visit from our neighbours in Dr Crokes with the U8 Boys taking centre stage.
LOTT0
Results Monday September 22nd
Numbers were 4,10,21,24. Bonus No 16.
No Jackpot Winner
Match 3s / Lucky Dips
1. Fr. Padraig Walsh
2. Joe Huggard
3. Patricia Quigley