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NECSL Under 17

Trim Celtic 8 – 1 Moneymore

Halftime: 2 – 0

Trim Celtic scorers: Craig O’Hanlon, TJ Garry 2, Stephen Jones, Stephen Goulding

Trim Celtic got back to winning ways with a fine display against Moneymore. Stephen Jones put Celtic ahead and Craig O’Hanlon added to his tally with four goals. TJ Garry netted two and Stephen Goulding also got on the scoresheet.

Best for Trim Celtic were Keith O’Donoghue, Stephen Goulding and Alex Geraghty

Trim Celtic: Niall Flynn, Alex Geraghty, Aaron Newman, TJ Garry, Adam Campbell, Paul Munnelly, Stephen Jones, James Curran, Killian Ryan, Derek Fortune, Craig O’Hanlon.

Subs: Vincent Farrelly (for Aaron Newman), Keith O’Donoghue (for James Curran), Stephen Goulding (for Killian Ryan)

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Reserve Cup

Ardee Celtic 0 – 0 Trim Celtic A.E.T

Trim Celtic win 3 – 2 on pens

Trim Celtic gave an excellent performance throughout this game against a thus far unbeaten Ardee team. Celtic were unlucky not to win the game in normal time as Stephen Jones came close in the dying minutes. In extra time Trim Celtic thought they had scored in extra time when Mick Martin’s long kickout deceived the opposing keeper, bouncing over his head with Peter Dilworth on hand to apply the finish, however the referee controversially ruled it out for an alleged push.

In the penalty shootout Mick Martin saved one penalty while Ardee missed two others, Stephen Jones, Tommy Boyle and Gordon Flood converted to send Trim Celtic through.

Best for Trim Celtic were John Kelly, Gordon Flood and Tommy Boyle

Trim Celtic: Mick Martin, David Campbell, Tommy Boyle, John Kelly, Andy Reilly, Fergus Fagan, Gordon Flood, Mark Scanlon, Johnny Connolly, Aidan Leonard, Patrick Conway.

Subs: Peter Dilworth, Stephen Jones, Guisseppe Sanzo.

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Premier Division

Trim Celtic 7 – 0 Ardee Celtic

Halftime: 4 – 0

Trim Celtic scorers: Paul Bartley 3, David Conway, Paul Campbell (pen), Anthony Kane, Craig O’Hanlon (pen)

Trim Celtic played the best game of the season to beat Ardee Celtic by seven goals to nil. The game was very even until Trim Celtic took the lead when Paul Bartley lunged to poke home Paul Campbell’s free kick. Paul Campbell was again involved when Trim doubled their lead when he combined with Keith Jones down the left wing before pulling the ball back to Bartley who put the ball into the corner of the net from ten yards. Bartley then turned provider for Celtic’s third as he collected Keith Jones’ pass to cross to David Conway who headed home from six yards. Shortly before halftime, Bartley completed his hattrick with a superb strike into the top corner from the edge of the box.

In the second half Celtic extended their lead when the experienced Paul Bartley was taken down in the box with Paul Campbell applying the finishing touch from the spot. Substitute Anthony Kane then also got in on the scoring act as he converted Noel Payne’s inch perfect cross from six yards. After a blistering run that was halted illegally in the box another substitute Craig O’Hanlon dusted himself down to convert the penalty.

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

Trim Celtic: Mick Martin, Ciaran Rispin, Dominic Martin, John Bligh, Dermot Bartley, Noel Payne, David Fagan, Paul Campbell, David Conway, Paul Bartley, Keith Jones.

Subs: Anthony Kane (for Paul Bartley), Paul Rispin (for Paul Campbell), Craig O’Hanlon (for Dermot Bartley).

July 15th 2001

Ireland XI 3 – 1 England XI

On a day that hopefully marked the beginning of the Irish summer a thrilling encounter was being held at Tully Park where the home side who ran out eventual winners by three goals to one. The game was played in excellent spirit but was by no means an idle Saturday kick about between a group of lads from Trim and a group of lads from Reading, this was Ireland Vs England with national pride at stake. The Irish boys were out to show what a truly great sporting nation they are while the English lads were out to show that since they were the creators of the sport, they were the most talented footballers. Unfortunately the game was delayed for over a half an hour as traffic congestion from the crowd travelling to Co Meath was unprecedented. The players arrived in ones and twos while the local lads were all stripped and stretched, ready for action. Eventually all arrived safely and when referee Alan McCormack called the two Flood brothers up for the toss all joking was put to one side for the next seventy minutes.

For the game Ireland called in a special manager in the form of Ronan McKenna aka Jose Camacho . McKenna instilled great belief into his young pretenders and stuck to a rigid 4-4-2 formation. As the Irish hadn’t much experience of playing together this proved an excellent starting tactic as every player knew their position. The game kicked off and after an initial settling down period it was clear that both teams were well matched. The English had the moves but failed to break down the Irish defence and found Anthony Kane in top form, alongside the uncompromising Andrew Reilly they made a formidable team. England earned plenty of corners in the first half none of which forced Peter Clancy into a decent save. However one stinging effort from Baz from well out left Clancy stranded. Luckily for the Stoned One the ball rebounded off his crossbar. Midway through the half, the deadlock was broken. Gordon Flood broke down the left wing, his cross was bravely met by a diving Seamus Harte. Soon after Ireland doubled their lead, Philip Power latched onto a breaking ball and his volley prove too hot for the visiting keeper. Only after this did England start to show some of their attacking ability. On one occasion there were four Irish defenders on the goal-line but as the ball ping-ponged around it broke to safety. However the English were not to be denied and as Clancy spilled a long range effort, he tripped an opposing striker and conceded a penalty. One of four Irish exiles playing on the English side Rob Flood hammered the ball into the top corner to give the lads from Reading hope of making a comeback. Soon after the welcome sound of the halftime whistle was heard and the players went off for some refreshments.

The second half saw McKenna introduce David Doyle in an attempt to kill of the visitors, however the second half as more of a midfield battle as Jonathan Dilworth began to see more possession for the lads from across the Irish Sea. On numerous occasions it was left to Kane to snuff out the danger and this he did when called upon. McKenna made more changes as Gerard Martin replaced a tiring Ross Campbell. Derek Donohoe began to show his true colours runnning at the opposition but often his finishing was lacking. In a bold move McKenna withdrew Donohoe replacing him with goalkeeper Clancy. It proved a masterstroke by the tactical genius as Clancy caused havoc in the Reading defence. In the last ten minutes the Trim boys found an extra gear and were unlucky not to wrap the game up hitting the frame of the goal three times in quick succession. However the time came for McKenna’s inspired substitution to come good as Clancy did what Donohoe could not – find the back of the net. With that the final whistle blew on a highly entertaining evening of football.

Ireland starring

Peter Clancy as: Pedro the Spanish Astronaught

Philip Power as : Stevie Finnan

Anthony Kane as: Franco Baresi

John Kelly as:Nellor

Andrew Reilly as: An Fear is fearr by far

Gordon Flood as: Fuinneog

David Conway as:Conners

Gerard Martin as:Froggy

Derek Donohoe as: Silky skills

Seamus Harte as: the tape worm

David Doyle as: Daithí

Alan McCormack as: the ref who let england play with 12 players……useless….

Some Photos from the match are available here

England Team:

1. Saurauv ghosh – goal

2. dominic wooley, defence

3. Paul Brown, defence,

4. James (gills boyfriend), defence

5. robbie upton, defence

6. adam shaw, midfield

7. Jonathan dilworth, midfield

8. james flood, midfield

9. barry chrisp, midfield

10. pete dilworth, forward

11. robert flood, forward

12. mike young 12th man!

Premier Division

Trim Celtic 3 – 1 Dromin

Halftime: 2 – 0

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Premier Division

Trim Celtuic 3 – 1 Dromin

Halftime: 2 – 0

Trim Celtic scorers: David Conway 2, O.G.

Trim Celtic returned to Tully Park for the first time since November with a victory.Celtic took the lead after 20 minutes when David Conway and Shane Ashe combined to force an own goal.Celtic doubled their lead ten minutes later when Shane Ashe burst down the right wing to put the ball on a plate for David Conway to slot home from 6 yards.

The second half was a story of missed chances for Celtic as they failed to convert countless one on ones.However another powerful right wing run by Ashe was again converted by Conway. David Fagan, Ashe,Ciaran Mulvenna and Paul Bartley all came close but couldnt increase the scoreline. Dromin pulled a goal back with 20 minutes remaining but Celtic were strong enough not to concede again. Late on Dromin had their goalkeeper sent off for something said to the referee.

Best for Trim Celtic were Ciaran Rispin, Dermot Bartley and John Bligh.

Trim Celtic: Dominic Martin, Ciaran Rispin, Keith Jones,Dermot Bartley, John Bligh, Noel Payne, Paul Campbell, David Fagan, David Conway, Shane Ashe, Paul Bartley.

Subs: Anthony Kane(for Dermot Bartley), Ross Campbell (for Shane Ashe), Ciaran Mulvenna(for Noel Payne)

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NECSL Under 17

Bellurgan 1 – 1 Trim Celtic

Halftime 1 – 0

Trim Celtic scorer: Adam Campbell

Trim Celtic maintained their position at the top of the league with another battling performance. Trailing by a goal at the break Adam Campbell forced an equaliser after prolongued pressure and Celtic amy count themselves unlucky not to have gone on to win the match.

Best for Trim Celtic were TJ Garry, Stephen Jones, Aaron Newman and Niall Flynn.

Trim Celtic: Niall Flynn, Alex Geraghty, Aaron Newman, TJ Garry, Adam Campbell, Derek Fortune, Stephen Jones, James Curran, Killian Ryan, David Donoghue, Craig O’Hanlon.

Subs: Keith O’Donoghue (for Killian Ryan), Vincent Farrelly, Stephen Goulding, Paul Munnelly.

NECSL Under 15

Torro Utd 2 – 3 Trim Celtic

Halftime: 1 – 2

Trim Celtic scorers: Ciaran Quinn, Paul Genockey, James Moynihan

This was a good three points as Trim Celtic came from behind to win away at Torro Utd. Torro took the lead in the first half but Ciaran Quinn equalised with a fine strike before Paul Genockey gave Celtic a halftime lead. Torro equalised in the second half butJames Moynihan’s late goal gave Celtic victory.

Best for Trim Celtic were Aaron Newman, Paul Carroll and Keith Way.

Trim Celtic: Eric Scanlon, Paul Carroll, Mark Corrigan, Keith Way, Philip O’Donohoe, Eoin Hanson, Paul Genockey, Colm Doyle, John Pedan, Aaron Newman, Ciaran Quinn.

Subs: Anthony Craig (for Paul Genockey), Alan Douglas (for John Pedan), James Moynihan (for Keith Way), Barry Flynn (for Philip O’Donohoe), Andrew Coogan (for Eoin Hanson)

NECSL Under 13

Trim Celtic 3 – 3 Kentstown

Halftime: 1 – 2

Trim Celtic scorers: Darren Melia, David O’Connor, Sean Foley.
Celtic came from behind three times in this match to gain a deserved draw with Darren Melia, David O’Connor, amd Sean Foley on target.

Best for Trim Celtic were Jamie Lee, David O’Connor and Diarmuid Higgins.

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

Subs: Shane Mooney (for Niall Farrell, Nigel Kennedy.

NECSL Under 8

Trim Celtic Pumas 2 – 0 Bailieboro

Halftime: 1 – 0

Trim Celtic scorers: Brian McKeown, Jack McGowan

Each member of the Pumas team played with great conviction throughout this game. Brian McKeown and captain Jack McGowan scored the winning goals in a very exciting game of football.

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

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

NECSL Under 8

Trim Celtic Pumas 3 – 1 Carrick

Halftime: 2 – 0

Trim Celtic scorers: Fintan MCLaughlin 2, Jack Dowling
Fintan McLaughlin scored twice and Jack Dowling got a third goal for the pumas in another exciting game. With Keane Geraghty making a great save in the first half and the defence playing particularly well throughout the game Carrick couldn’t break down the Pumas.

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

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

Premier Reserve

Duleek 2 – 2 Trim Celtic

Goal Scorers: Ross Campbell, Gordon Flood

Man of the match: Andy Reilly

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Premier Reserve

Duleek 2 – 2 Trim Celtic

Halftime: 1 – 0

Trim Celtic scorers: Ross Campbell, Gordon Flood

Trim Celtic again showed their fighting spirit to twice come from behind to draw with high flying Duleek. A Ross Campbell header and a superb long range effort from Gordon Flood helped Celtic to a share of the spoils.

Best for Trim Celtic were Andy Reilly, Gordon Flood and Jonathon Connolly

Trim Celtic: Tom Barry, David Campbell, Tommy Boyle, Fergus Fagan, Andy Reilly, Gordon Flood, Mark Scanlon, Jonathon Connolly, Ross Campbell, Brian Quinn, Patrick Conway.

Subs: Aidan Leonard (for David Campbell), Guisseppe Sanzo (for Patrick Conway), Peter Dilworth (for Brian Quinn)

Well done to the boys for turning out in style for this year’s parade.

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