This week the Club said goodbye to a very good friend when Club officials, players past & present and supporters attended the funeral of Frank Melia, along with many more people from Trim and further a field.

Frank Melia was for many years a loyal supporter of our Club and served in various positions within the Club on and off the Committee. He was to be seen constantly at Tully Park for many seasons as one of our grounds men and his face was seen on many a sideline near and far supporting the green and white hoops of Trim Celtic.

Frank’s contribution will not be well known to many of our younger members or indeed their parents or people new to this area but the presence of so many former Celtic players last Sunday at the graveside in Trim was testament to Frank’s loyalty and his contribution to our Club for so many years. Let the present generation of Celts know that we have said goodbye to a dear friend. In the early days when we needed good men Frank was one of those who stepped forward and paved the way for the hundreds of youngsters from this area who have lined out for the Club down the years.

To his widow Nellie, his sons Francie and Mark, his daughter Alice and grandchild Meg and to the rest of his family we send our sincerest condolences.

Although he was not involved in the Club in recent years we will miss him dearly.
As a mark of respect the Club cancelled most of last weekend’s games and a minute’s silence was observed before those games that could not be postponed. The Club’s Schoolboy Presentation scheduled for last Saturday was also cancelled and has been rescheduled for Saturday 27th November.
A minutes silence will also be observed before this weekend’s game between trim Celtic and Trim Town as the soccer community of Trim pays its respects.

Leinster Junior Cup – Verona FC 1 – 4 Trim Celtic, Click on Read More for details…

Leinster Junior Cup

Verona FC 1 – 4 Trim Celtic

Halftime: 0 – 3

Trim Celtic scorers: Craig O’Hanlon, David Conway, Paul Campbell, Noel Payne

Celtic eased into the next round of the Leinster Junior Cup with this win against a very young Verona side. Craig O’ Hanlon raced onto Paul Campbell’s through ball to coolly lob the keeper after fifteen minutes to put Celtic in front. O’Hanlon then rattled a shot off the bar which David Conway headed home from ten yards. Paul Campbell made it 3 – 0 before halftime when his shot squirmed under the keeper’s body after a surging run from the edge of his own box.

In the second half Verona began to up the tempo and scored ten minutes into the half. Barry O’Callaghan had to make a couple of smart saves to keep the Blanchardstown team at bay. Noel Payne struck a fine 25-yard effort to end the scoring.

Best for Trim Celtic were John Bligh, Ciaran Rispin and Paul Campbell.

Trim Celtic: Barry O’Callaghan, Ciaran Rispin, Keith Jones, Dominic Martin, John Bligh, Noel Payne, Paul Campbell, David Fagan, David Conway, Craig O’Hanlon, Mark Scanlon.

Subs: Gordon Flood (for Keith Jones), Brian Quinn (for David Fagan)

Results and Match Reports from last weekends school boy matches, click on ‘Read More’ for further details….

SFAI Under 13 Cup Trim Celtic 2 – 2 Boyne Rovers

AET Boyne Rovers won 4 – 3 on pens

Halftime: 0 – 0

Trim Celtic scorers: Colm Smith, Sean Foley Trim Celtic were edged out by Boyne Rovers after a thrilling SFAI tie. Both teams served up some excellent football as the game arrived scoreless to halftime. Boyne Rovers seized the initiative early in the second half but scoring two goals inside the first five minutes. Celtic looked to be going out but lifted their game in the closing stages. With minutes to go an excellent run and cross by David O’Connor was converted by Colm Smith. With seconds left Celtic equalised with a tremendous strike from Sean Foley.

Taking the game to extra time. In extra time Celtic could have won the game but Sean Foley’s shot was well saved. David O’Connor, Jamie Lee and Dillan Murrnin converted their penalties but it wasn’t enough as Boyne edged through 4-3.

Best for Trim Celtic were Jonathan Shaw, David O’Connor, Darren Melia and Colm Smith.

Trim Celtic: Dillan Murrnin, Ryan Andrews, Colm Smith, Darren Melia, Jonathan Shaw, Sean Foley, Jamie Lee, Sean Curran, Damien McGee, Diarmuid Higgins, David O’Connor

Subs: Conor Daly (for Sean Curran), Nigel Kennedy, James Hyland

MDL Under 8

Trim Celtic Raptors 3 – 0 Trim Town Juniors A

Halftime: 2 – 0

Trim Celtic Raptors scorers: Jack Byrne 2, Kyle Dixon

Trim Celtic Raptors took another step closer to the MDL under 8 final with this win against Trim Town Juniors A with Jack Byrne 2 and Kyle Dixon scoring.

Best for Trim Celtic Raptors were Jack Byrne, Kyle Dixon and Eoin O’Connor Trim Celtic Raptors squad: Darren McGarry, Ciaran Harte, Kyle Dixon, David Rennick, Eoin Sweeney, Colin Fitzgerald, Jack Byrne, Daire Lynch, Luke Moran, Brian Lennon, Eoin O’Connor

MDL Under 8

Trim Celtic Raptors 4 – 0 Trim Celtic Cubs

Halftime: 2 – 0

Trim Celtic Raptors scorers: Jack Byrne 2, Eoin O’Connor, Eoin Sweeney

Trim Celtic Raptors booked their place in the MDL under 8 final with this win against Trim Celtic Cubs with Jack Byrne 2, Eoin O’Connor and Eoin Sweeney scoring.

Best for Trim Celtic Raptors were Jack Byrne, Kyle Dixon and Eoin O’Connor Trim Celtic Raptors squad: Darren McGarry, Ciaran Harte, Kyle Dixon, David Rennick, Eoin Sweeney, Colin Fitzgerald, Jack Byrne, Daire Lynch, Luke Moran, Brian Lennon, Eoin O’Connor

MDL Under 8

Trim Celtic Tigers 1 – 2 Trim Celtic Panthers

Halftime: 0 – 1

Trim Celtic Tigers scorer: Malachy Gavin

An O.G. in each half was enough to give the Panthers victory although the Tigers will rue several missed chances. Malachy Gavin scored a late goal for the Tigers.

Best for Trim Celtic Tigers was Malachy Gavin Trim Celtic Tigers squad: Danny Connell, Evan McCormack, David Fox, Conor Hennebry, Malachy Gavin, Glenn Flood, Neil Sweeney, Patrick Lennon, Barry Fitzgerald, Colin Keane

MDL Under 8

Trim Celtic Tigers 6 – 0 Oldcastle Tigers

Halftime: 2 – 0

Trim Celtic Tigers scorers: Glenn Flood 2, Conor Hennebry, Colin Keane, Malachy Gavin

Trim Celtic Tigers dominated this game from start to finish, leading two nil at halftime they stepped up a gear in the second half adding four more goals.

Best for Trim Celtic Tigers were Malachy Gavin, Glenn Flood and Conor Hennebry Trim Celtic Tigers squad: Danny Connell, Evan McCormack, David Fox, Conor Hennebry, Malachy Gavin, Glenn Flood, Neil Sweeney, Patrick Lennon, Barry Fitzgerald, Colin Keane

MDL Under 8

Trim Celtic Pumas 1 – 3 Kingscourt

Halftime: 0 – 3

Trim Celtic Pumas scorer: Fintan McLaughlin

The Pumas potential was clear to see throughout this match with Fintan McLaughlin scoring a superb second half goal and the team putting in a fully committed team performance.

Best for Trim Celtic Pumas were Jack Dowling, Zak McGowan and Fintan McLaughlin.

Trim Celtic Pumas squad: Keane Geraghty, Adam Cregan, Colm Lennon, Robert Tully, Zak McGowan, Fintan McLaughlin, Jack McGowan, Fintan Devlin, Brian McKeown, Jack Dowling, Anthony Losty

Athboy 1 Trim Celtic Supremos 1
A.E.T.; Athboy win 2-1 on penalties
MDL Under-9 League
November 11, 2004
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Mark Farrell’s U-9 side lost out to Athboy – and a post! – in this exciting final on Thursday evening.
The Supremos fell behind to an early goal but struck back to leave it 1-1 at the break. A tense second-half failed to produce another goal although the Supremos, matching Athboy’s technique and physical strength with superb ball skill and passing, came close on several occasions.
Ten minutes of extra time failed to produce a winner as the competitive nature of the game attracted spectators from all corners of the MDL complex.
Since a winner was needed on the night and with the sides inseparable in play, the match moved to penalties. Again, the sides couldn’t outdo each other and the round finished level with one penalty each.
Then Supremos missed their first sudden-death penalty. The subsequent Athboy effort cannoned off a post, struck the Supremos ’keeper on the back and rolled into the net to give Athboy victory and the U-9 title.
Coach Mark Farrell congratulated Athboy on their victory, and said he was immensely proud of his team. “The lads only came together six weeks ago as a team, and they’ve done so well. Either side could have won this title, but this time it’s Athboy. But we’ll be back!”
Afterwards, spectators and officials were generous in their praise of the Supremos and in the manner with which they competed in the final. The team base their game on passing and support play and only a terrific display by the Athboy ’keeper kept his side in it at times as the shots rained down.
Mark Farrell’s coaching ethos is simple soccer and movement, and he came so close to landing a title within weeks of setting sail with his U-9s. This is a team to watch and it’s clear that some of Trim Celtic’s stars of the future are already making waves at this level.
• On the night, Supremos were a team of stars and it would be impossible to pick anyone out.

This coming Saturday Trim Celtic is pleased to stage its annual Schoolboy Presentation Function in the Church of Ireland Diocesan Hall on Loman Street starting at 6pm. The format this year will be different from previous years in that the event will conclude at 9pm latest.

This is a big occasion on the Club calendar when it pays tribute to the many young members who distinguished themselves on and off the field of play in the season gone by. Players of the Year at every age level will receive a handsome trophy and the overall Player of the Year will receive the Noel Dempsey Perpetual Cup for the coming year suitably engraved. The Club is grateful to Noel for his continued support. The announcement of the identity of the recipient is always keenly anticipated.

Players on the Club teams that achieved honours in local competition will also receive their rewards for the efforts.

Light refreshments will be served to all schoolboy members in attendance. Please come along early, as proceedings will start sharply at 6pm.

MC for the night is Club (Joint) Treasurer Des Clancy.

Note: We kindly ask all parents to ensure that players from the age of 12 years down are accompanied by an adult.

Thank you for your support.

FAI Junior Cup – Donagh Celtic 1- 3 Trim Celtic – Click on Read More for details….

FAI Junior Cup

Donagh Celtic 1- 3 Trim Celtic

Halftime: 1-0

Trim Celtic showed great bouncebackability to overturn a halftime lead to advance to the next round of the FAI Junior Cup. Paul Campbell equalised ten minutes into the second half before later claiming assists in David Conway’s and David Fagan’s goals.

Best for Trim Celtic were Paul Campbell, Dominic Martin and Ciaran Rispin

Trim Celtic: Barry O’Callaghan, Ciaran Rispin, Keith Jones, John Bligh, Dominic Martin, Ciaran Mulvenna, Paul Campbell, David Fagan, David Conway, Noel Payne, Mark Scanlon.

Subs: Brian Quinn (for Ciaran Mulvenna), Ross Campbell (for Brian Quinn), David Malone

Trim Celtic 2 – 3 Square Utd, Click on ‘Read More for Match Report.

Premier Reserve

Trim Celtic 2 – 3 Square Utd

Halftime: 1 – 1

Trim Celtic fell behind after just five minutes but equalised before halftime when Ross Campbell converted from close range. Anthony Kane came close to putting Celtic in front when his 25-yard shot came back off the post. In the second half Trim Celtic played some good football but just couldn’t find their touch in front of goal. Square ran into a 3-1 lead before Ross Campbell’s 2nd goal narrowed the deficit on the fulltime whistle.

Best for Trim Celtic were Aidan Leonard, Jonathan Connolly and Ross Campbell Trim Celtic: Mick Martin, Stephen Jones, John Kelly, David Campbell, Andy Reilly, Jonathan Connolly, Ross Campbell, Aidan Leonard, Anthony Kane, Gordon Flood, Brian Quinn.

Subs: Paul Rispin (for Andy Reilly), Alan McCormack (for Brian Quinn), Patrick Conway (for Anthony Kane), David Malone, Guisseppe Sanzo

Last weekend school boy results, click for ‘Read More’ for details.

NECSL Under 14 Cup

Athboy 4 – 1 Trim Celtic

Halftime: 2 – 1

Athboy took the lead slightly against the run of play after ten minutes. Graham Higgins scored a good goal to draw Celtic level ten minutes later. Poor mistakes allowed Athboy re-take the lead before halftime. A harsh penalty decision helped Athboy to a 3 -1 lead before a later goal made it 4-1. Trim Celtic kept fighting on and were unlucky not to narrow the deficit on a few occasion.

Best for Trim Celtic were Michael Lydon, Darragh Kennedy and Nico Marocco.

Trim Celtic: Michael Lydon, Martin Whelan, Sean Marron, David Tobin, Nico Marocco, Eunan McGrenra, Graham Higgins, Darragh Kennedy, Stephen Moriarty, Donal Loughlin, Mark Hibbits.

Subs: Paul O’Sullivan (for Eunan McGrenra), Gary McGee (for Donal Loughlin)

Under 14 Test Match

Trim Celtic 1 – 4 Etrepagny

A more physical Etrepagny side dominated the first half of this game and found themselves 3 up at halftime, partly due to some bad Celtic defending. Donal Loughlin scored early in the second half, which started a spirited fight back. Trim Celtic missed some good chances to get closer to their French rivals and in the end a late Etrepagny goal sealed the victory.

Best for Trim Celtic were Graham Higgins, Tomas Markey and Michael Lydon.

Trim Celtic: Michael Lydon, Martin Whelan, Sean Marron, Tomas Markey, Darragh Kennedy, Eunan McGrenra, Eoin Hanson, Timmy Smith, David Tobin, Donal Loughlin, Graham Higgins.

Subs: Eric Scanlon (for Michael Lydon), Adam Whelan (for Timmy Smith), Stephen Moriarty (for Eunan McGrenra), Mark Hibbits (for Darragh Kennedy), Noel Hanna, Eoin Lynch, Gary McGee

NECSL Under 13 Cup

Kingscourt 4 – 1 Trim Celtic

Halftime: 2 – 1

For the second game in a row Trim Celtic came out 2nd best against a very strong Kingscourt side. Trim Celtic began strongly with Damien McGee scoring an excellent goal after just five minutes. However two poor goals conceded from set pieces saw this lead overturned before the break. In the second half Kingscourt took control and added two further goals.

Best for Trim Celtic were Dillan Murrnin, Jamie Lee, Damien McGee and Ryan Andrews.

Trim Celtic: Dillan Murrnin, Darren Melia, Colm Smith, Jamie Lee, Jonathan Shaw, Sean Curran, Ryan Andrews, David O’Connor, Damien McGee, Diarmuid Higgins, Sean Foley.

Subs: Nigel Kennedy (for Jonathan Shaw), James Hyland (for Sean Curran), Ross Flynn (for Diarmuid Higgins)

MDL All Weather Leagues

Under 11: Trim Celtic Tigers 4 – 0 Torro

Halftime: 1 – 0

This was a very good all round team performance with the win ensuring the Tigers go through to the Cup semi-final. Darryl Phelan came off the bench to score to fine goals to seal the victory adding to Sean FitzGerald’s and Ciaran Halpin’s strikes.

Trim Celtic Tigers squad: Paul Melia, Junior Wallenius, Brian Doyle, Ciaran Halpin, Shane Lenehan, Darryl Phelan, Sean FitzGerald, Paul Somerville, Evan Dixon, Colin Stowe, Conor Mulryan.

Under 11: Trim Celtic Tigers 0 – 3 Navan Town

Trim Celtic Tigers were outplayed in the first half of this game against a strong Navan side. However they played a lot better after the break but could not get the better of the Navan defence. Best for Trim Celtic Tigers were Paul Melia, Ciaran Halpin and Evan Dixon.

Trim Celtic Tigers squad: Paul Melia, Junior Wallenius, Brian Doyle, Ciaran Halpin, Shane Lenehan, Darryl Phelan, Sean FitzGerald, Paul Somerville, Evan Dixon, Colin Stowe, Conor Mulryan.

Under 9: Trim Celtic Supremos 2 – 0 Carrick A

Halftime: 0 – 0

Trim Celtic Supremos superb form continued with a 2 – 0 win against a strong Carrick side. Second half goals from Kevin Nally and Fergal O’Hare saw Celtic through.

Best for Trim Celtic Supremos were Harry Purcell, Cian Downs, Shane Moore and Kevin Nally.

Trim Celtic Supremos squad: Robert Bourke, Cian Downs, Shane Moore, Harry Purcell, Steven Moroney, Fergal O’Hare, Kevin Nally, Conor Fay

Under 9: Trim Celtic Supremos 5 – 1 Kells Eagles

Halftime: 3 – 0

Trim Celtic Supremos had a handsome win over Kells Eagles with goals from Steven Moroney 2, Kevin Nally, and Fergal O’Hare. Best for Trim Celtic Supremos were Conor Fay, Fergal O’Hare, Steven Moroney and goalkeeper Robert Bourke

Trim Celtic Supremos squad: Robert Bourke, Cian Downs, Shane Moore, Harry Purcell, Steven Moroney, Fergal O’Hare, Kevin Nally, Conor Fay

Under 8: Trim Celtic Raptors 3 – 2 Trim Celtic Eagles

Halftime: 1 – 1

Trim Celtic Raptors consolidated their position at the top of the MDL’s Under 8 table with a fine win over club rivals Trim Celtic Eagles. Cian Goodwin and James McKeown scored for the Eagles while Jack Byrne netted twice for the Raptors with Eoin O’Connor scored the other.

Best for Trim Celtic Raptors were Jack Byrne and Eoin O’Connor.

Best for Trim Celtic Eagles were Lee Delaney, James McKeown and Peter Gavin.

Trim Celtic Raptors squad: Darren McGarry, Ciaran Harte, Kyle Dixon, David Rennick, Eoin Sweeney, Colin Fitzgerald, Jack Byrne, Daire Lynch, Luke Moran, Brian Lennon, Eoin O’Connor.

Trim Celtic Eagles squad: Shane Callaghan, James Cullen, Mikey Cullen, Lee Delaney, Khalum Doyle, Peter Gavin, Cian Goodwin, Jack Kelly, James McKeown, Colm Mulryan, Liam O’Donnell, Ross Power

Under 8: Trim Celtic Eagles 3 – 0 Borora

In this game the Eagles started with some good solid defending by Mikey Cullen and Khalum Doyle. The lead was taken midway through the first half from a Cian Goodwin goal. In the second half both Jack Kelly and Ross Power had near misses. The Eagles second goal was scored by James McKeown with Lee Delaney adding a third.

Best for Trim Celtic Eagles were Shane Callaghan, Khalum Doyle and Ross Power.

Trim Celtic Eagles squad: Shane Callaghan, James Cullen, Mikey Cullen, Lee Delaney, Khalum Doyle, Peter Gavin, Cian Goodwin, Jack Kelly, James McKeown, Colm Mulryan, Liam O’Donnell, Ross Power

Under 8: Trim Celtic Raptors 10 – 0 Trim Town Juniors B

Halftime: 4 – 0

Trim Celtic overcame Trim Town Juniors B by 10 goals in a performance where Colin Fitzgerald and Luke Moran were best. Goals were scored by Daire Lynch 3, Eoin Sweeney 2, Ciaran Harte 2, Kyle Dixon 2 and Jack Byrne

Trim Celtic Raptors squad: Darren McGarry, Ciaran Harte, Kyle Dixon, David Rennick, Eoin Sweeney, Colin Fitzgerald, Jack Byrne, Daire Lynch, Luke Moran, Brian Lennon, Eoin O’Connor.

Under 8: Trim Celtic Pumas 0 – 4 Trim Town Juniors A

Halftime: 0 – 1

Despite losing to their local rivals Trim Celtic Pumas put in a good performance in this match.

Best for Trim Celtic Pumas were debutant Brian McKeown, Anthony Losty and Adam Cregan.

Trim Celtic Pumas Squad: Keane Geraghty, Zak McGowan, Robert Tully, Adam Cregan, Brian McKeown, Fintan Devlin, Jack McGowan, Anthony Losty, Fintan McLaughlin, Jack Dowling.

Under 8: Trim Celtic Pumas 0 – 0 Borora

Halftime: 0 – 0

This was a well-earned point for the Pumas whose commitment and concentration stood firm throughout the match. Best for Trim Celtic Pumas were Keane Geraghty, Zak McGowan and Jack McGowan.

Trim Celtic Pumas Squad: Keane Geraghty, Zak McGowan, Robert Tully, Adam Cregan, Brian McKeown, Fintan Devlin, Jack McGowan, Anthony Losty, Fintan McLaughlin, Jack Dowling.

Under 8 Trim Celtic Pumas 0 – 3 Parkvilla

Halftime: 0 – 1

The Pumas worked very hard throughout the match putting in a good all round team performance.

Best for Trim Celtic Pumas were Jack McGowan, Jack Dowling and Adam Cregan

Trim Celtic Pumas Squad: Keane Geraghty, Zak McGowan, Anthony Losty, Jack McGowan, Brian McKeown, Jack Dowling, Robert Tully, Fintan McLaughlin, Fintan Devlin, Adam Cregan.

Under 8: Trim Celtic Pumas 0 – 1 Enfield

Halftime: 0 – 0

This was an evenly balanced game with the Pumas just losing out to a late goal.

Best for Trim Celtic Pumas were Zak McGowan, Jack Dowling and Fintan McLaughlin

Trim Celtic Pumas Squad: Keane Geraghty, Zak McGowan, Anthony Losty, Jack McGowan, Brian McKeown, Jack Dowling, Robert Tully, Fintan McLaughlin, Fintan Devlin, Adam Cregan.

TULLY BOOKMAKERS CHALLENGE CUP 2nd RD DRAW

Holders : Albion Rovers.

Ties to be played on or before 5th December 2004

Agher (* Conquerors of Carrick Rov in Rd 1) v Bellurgan or Castle Villa

Athboy Celtic v Glenmuir

BMC v Trim Town

Bohermeen v Albion Rovers

Botown v Marsh Celtic

Dromin v Boyne Harps

Electro v Kilmessan or Doancarney

Kells Celtic v Blackwater or Navan Cosmos

Navan Town v Kentstown

Northside Blues v Grove Rangers

Square Utd v Slane – All Prem Clash

St Laurence’s v Fordrew

Summerhill or Moneymore v Longwood

Termonfeckin v Rock Celtic

Torro Utd v Clonmagadden

Trim Celtic v Ardee Celtic – All Prem Clash

First Team Result and Match report, click on ‘Read More’ for further details…

Premier Division

Dromin 2 – 3 Trim Celtic

Halftime: 0 – 1

Trim Celtic scorers: David Fagan, David Conway, Craig O’Hanlon

Trim Celtic took the lead midway through the first half when David Fagan fired home from the edge of the box. Celtic held this lead until midway through the second half when the game really sprang to life. Dromin’s equaliser only spurred on Trim Celtic more and their pressure paid off when David Conway scored from eight yards after a surging run and pass by David Fagan. However with minutes remaining Dromin equalised from a deep free kick, which was converted at the back post. Again Celtic picked themselves up and scored a goal worthy to win any game with a superb overhead kick from Craig O’Hanlon.

Best for Trim Celtic were Keith Jones, Ciaran Mulvenna and Paul Campbell.

Trim Celtic: Barry O’Callaghan, Ciaran Rispin, Keith Jones, John Bligh, Dominic Martin, Ciaran Mulvenna, Paul Campbell, David Fagan, David Conway, Craig O’Hanlon, Noel Payne.

Subs: Damien Dempsey (for Noel Payne), Brian Quinn (for Ciaran Mulvenna), Mark Scanlon, Dermot Bartley