Doohamlet G.F.C. Reserve team played Inniskeen in Grattan Park on Tuesday the 7th of September on what was a foggy evening in the Platinum Tanks R.F.C. Crawley Cup Semi-final.  However, we fell to a narrow defeat against Inniskeen in what was a bravely fought battle. 

Doohamlet got off to a great start with three unanswered points; the first point of the game came from our half forward Michael Marray, followed closely by a point from Oisin O Neill and Ciaran Markey.  Some great play from the team resulted in two more points one from midfielder Emmet Mc Manus and the second from full forward Aidan Marray.  This left the score at the first water break Doohamlet 0-5 Inniskeen 0-3.  After the first water break Oisin O Neill was on fire with three points in succession two from well-placed frees.  Inniskeen notched up two more points however a foul on Cillian Walshe in the square results in a penalty for Doohamlet.  Oisin O Neill steps up to the mark and confidently places the ball in the back of the net, leaving the score at half-time Doohamlet 1-9 Inniskeen 0-6.  The second half was a slow burner for Doohamlet and Inniskeen score four unanswered points taking the score at the second water break Doohamlet 1-9 Inniskeen 0-10. 

In the last quarter Oisin O Neill converts a free and Kevin Mc Ardle gets a point from play.  Eric Coleman who was just introduced into the game is pulled down on a run and our second penalty of the game is awarded.  Oisin O Neill places steps up and scores his second goal of the evening and before the final whistle puts another point on the scoreboard leaving the final score Doohamlet 2-12 Inniskeen 0-19.  Inniskeen came out winners by the narrowest of margins, but it wasn’t for lack of grit or determination that the team lost out on a spot in the final, they fought hard to the final whistle with some great play from all over the field.  A word of thanks to manager Greg Duffy, selector Dessie Mc Bennett and the team for their commitment and hard work throughout the season.  

Team:  Dermot Kelly, Ryan Ingram, John Duffy, Eoin Markey, Damien Ward, Sean Markey, Daniel Connolly, Emmet Mc Manus(0-1) Kevin Mc Ardle(0-2) Ciaran Markey(0-1) Michael Marray(0-1) Gavin King, Oisin O Neill(2-06) Cillian Walshe, Aidan Marray(0-1).  Subs used: Eric Coleman, Gabie Casey, Dylan Mc Kenna.  Subs: Brian Mc Kenna, Shane Mc Bennett, Ciaran Finnegan. 

U-17 Division 3 Cup Football Final:  This took place on a sunny afternoon in Blackhill where Doohamlet played Latton.  At the throw in Doohamlet took possession and Josh Hannon got the opening score followed by two points from Eoin Coleman, Latton replies with four unanswered points leaving the score at the first water break a close Doohamlet 0-3 Latton 0-4.  After the water break Latton opens with a goal, however Doohamlet replies with two great scores from Eoin Coleman and another from Cathal Mc Cooey.  We traded scores with Josh Hannon and Cian Mc Kenna with a point a piece.  Just before half-time Daniel Coleman was brought to ground resulting in a penalty which was converted by brother Eoin to the back of the net.  At the other end Latton also scored a penalty leaving the half-time score Doohamlet 1-08 Latton 2-09.  The third quarter was quiet with only a point coming from young Cian Mc Kenna leaving the score at the second water break Doohamlet 1-09 Latton 2-09.  Latton pulled away in the final quarter scoring 2-3 to Doohamlets 1-1, which was a well-placed goal from Cian Mc Kenna and a point from Eoin Coleman leaving the full-time score Doohamlet 2-10 Latton 4-12.  Our keeper and backs defended stoutly and our midfielders to forwards put in a good performance, the boys give it their all but unfortunately it wasn’t to be our day, we dust ourselves down and look forward to the championship and better days to come.   

Team:  Jamie Watters, Donnachadh Mc Mahon, Mark Burns, Oran Mc Cormack Grant, Charlie Laverty, Mattie Duffy, David Mc Ginn(Capt), Cathal Mc Cooey(0-1) Daniel Coleman, Josh Hannon(0-2) Eoin Coleman(1-05) Tommie Duffy, Cian Mc Kenna(1-02).  Subs: Hayden O Neill, Daragh Mc Bride, Ryan Ward, Jamie Casey. 

Doohamlet G.F.C. Fixtures: U-15s play Currin in Doohamlet on Sunday morning in Doohamlet @ 11am in the first round of the championship. Please come along and support the team. 

Fundraiser:  “Come Barbeque with Us” is still ongoing and Doohamlet G.F.C would like to thank those who have already hosted. 

Blotto results:  13/09/2021:   Numbers drawn: 7,2,4,5,6,3,1 .  No Jackpot winner. 

Lucky dip winners:  Vivienne Connolly, Doohamlet.  Paul Mc Ardle, Dernaglug.  Thomas Connolly, Corlagan South.  Daniel Irwin, Tonyglasson.  Chloe Mc Quaid, c/o Agnes Duffy. 

Next week’s jackpot will be €3,600.  Envelopes are €2 each or three for €5.  Once again thanks for your continued support. 

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