Congratulations to both Dean Clancy and Shane Doherty who have been named on the LDFL Youth Inter League squad for this season 2010/11. They will play their first game in a four team group this Saturday (6/11/2010) at Clounreask against their Kerry counterparts. Their remaining two games will be away against Cork and Waterford.
While Doherty will hope to secure a place in midfield, Clancy will be hoping for a start up front. As always the club are proud to be represented on the leagues’ squad and we hope they enjoy success with the team.

Saturday 30th October 2010

Under 11 Cup Round 1 – Ballingarry 2 (S. Keane, J. Hartnett) Athea Utd 6
Under 8 Division 2 – Ballingarry 1 (S. Houlihan) Breska Rvs 0

Sunday 31st October 2010

Junior Division 1 – Ballingarry 3 (Forde 2, Kennedy) Pallaskenry 2

The junior A team got back to winning ways when Pallaskenry were the victim of a 3-2 win in Ballingarry. Ballingarry dominated enough to win two games with the post twice, poor finishing and a missed penalty all pointing to what could have been a disaster. Pallas took the lead only for Forde to cancel it out. Pallas regained the lead early in the second half only for Forde again to do the needy and then when it looked as if it may end all square up popped Eoin Kennedy to secure all three points for Ballingarry with his first league goal of the season.
Team: Pat Kenrick, Eoin Cahill, Niall Cahill, Colm Kiely, Kieron Condron, Francis Kiely, Shane Doherty, Darragh O’Grady (Kelly), Kevin Forde, Eoin Kennedy, Rory Alymer (M. Moore).

On Saturday the 8s recorded their second successive win and so enter the winter break well placed in the table. Seamus Houlihans goal proved the difference. The 11s bowed out of the cup in the first round against a good Athea United side. Athea went one up and two up but two great finishes from Stuart Keane and Jack Hartnett saw the sides level at the break. However the visitors finished stronger in the second half leaving Ballingarry well beaten at the finish.

Wednesday 27th October 2010

Under 14 Division 3 – Abbeyfeale Utd B 1 Ballingarry 4 (O’Donnell, Clancy, Morrissey, O.G)

The 14s returned from Abbeyfeale with the three points that keeps them at the top of Division 3. Davin O’Donnell put them 1 up after fifteen minutes when he ran on to Sean Morans layoff. Nathan Clancys excellent finish across the keeper just before the break gave them a comfortable lead. The second half was just barely underway when Mikey Morrisseys long rang effort found the target and then with the last kick of the game Sean Morans cross was diverted in to the net by the United keeper. In between Abbey got their consolation from a shot that bounced over Robbie Lynch in goal.

Nathan Clancy and Mikey Morrissey played a major role in helping the Limerick Desmond Kennedy U-13 team lift the Liam O’Donovan Memorial cup in Charleville on Monday October 25th last. In the opening game they recorded a comprehensive 5-0 win against North Tipperary SL with Nathan Clancy getting the ball rolling when he chipped the keeper early in the first half. Further goals from Liam McCarthan (2), Van and Sean McSweeney sent them into the final against The Limerick County SL.

The Desmond lads won a hard fought final game which was somewhat ruined by a strong wind with the only goal of the game scored by Ballingarrys Nathan Clancy. Vincent O’Donovan, brother of the late Liam presented LDSL captain Padraig O’Connor with the cup following the game.

Saturday 23rd October 2010

Youth Division 1 – Ballingarry 4 (Clancy 4) Broadford Utd 0
Under 8 Division 2 – Kildimo Utd 0 Ballingarry 1 (M. Doyle)
Under 10 Division 2 – Kildimo Utd 5 Ballingarry 0

Sunday 24th October 2010

Munster Junior Cup Round 2 – Killeaney 1 Ballingarry 0
Reidy Cup Round 2 – Ferry Rangers 1 Ballingarry 0

Monday 25th October 2010

Under 16 Division 1 – Ballingarry 1 (P. Lynch) Kilcornan 6

On Saturday the youths maintained their pole position in Division 1 with a 4-0 defeat of visiting Broadford United. All Ballingarry goals were scored by Dean Clancy with a brace in either half. The 8s recorded their first win of the season when a Michael Doyle goal proved the only score of the game in Kildimo. No such luck for the 10s however as they fell 5-0 at the same venue against the same opponents.

On Sunday it was exit all the way for both junior teams with the A team going out of the Munster Junior cup at Killeaney and the B team suffering the same outcome at Ferry Rangers in the Reidy Joinery Cup. The A’s controlled the game for long periods but poor finishing and some inspired goalkeeping kept them scoreless. The only goal of the game arrived ten minutes into the second half when the homeside converted from a corner in what was their only shot on target. Ballingarry continuted to dominate but unfortunately failed to find the net and so for the second week in succession their interest in a competition ended.
Team: Kenrick, N. Cahill, E. Cahill, (D. O’Grady), C. Kiely, K. Condron, C. Doherty, Moore (D. Alymer), S. Doherty, F. Kiely, R. Alymer, Forde.

The B team were sucker-punched with a strike just before the break.

On Bank Holiday Monday, the 16s were in action. Despite playing the better football in the first half Ballingarry still found themselves a goal behind. However it all fell apart during the second half as the visitors ran in five goals. Padraig Lynch was the Ballingarry scorer.

Saturday 16th October 2010

Youth Division 1 – Ballingarry 2 (S. Doherty, J. Doherty) Rathkeale 1
U/12 Division 1 – Ballingarry 1 (M. Hickey) NCW 1
U/8 Division 2 – Shauntrade 4 Ballingarry 2

Sunday 17th October 2010

FAI Junior Cup Round 2 – Listowel Celtic 4 Ballingarry 3 AET (Moore, Kennedy, F. Kiely)

On Saturday, the youths registered a significant result at home to Rathkeale with a win that maintains their 100% record and keeps them clear at the top of the tree. A goal down at the break it needed a stern talk at the break, a tactic that worked a treat as goals from Shane Doherty and Jeff Doherty saw Ballingarry complete the recovery.
In the under 12 division 1 Ballingarry recorded a 1-1 draw against NCW a result the sees them remain top. Mikey Hickeys long range free kick had Ballingarry ahead at the break but a penalty conceded by the same Ballingarry player had the visiters level, a score that also ensured a point for the visitors. Ballingarry could have won a tight game near the end when Jack Hartnett was unlucky form Aaron Smiths pass.
In the 8s Ballingarry were two up at Shauntrade only to succumb to four second half goals.

On Sunday, Ballingarry were just seconds away from a third round appearance in the FAI Junior Cup at Listowel until the home side sent the tie to extra time where they got the winner. Unlike the last round when Ballingarry conceded a last minute equalizer against Adare United there was to be no fairytale ending as they went out by the odd goal in seven. Marcus Moore gave them a 1 -0 half time lead which Eoin Kennedy doubled early in the second half. The Kerry lads reduced it to the minimum before Francis Kiely restored Ballingarrys 2 goal advantage only for the eventual winners to score two late goals, the last in the fourth minute of added time. Team: Kenrick, Moore, K. Condron, C. Kiely, E. Cahill, S. Doherty, C. Doherty, F. Kiely, Kennedy, Corrigan, Forde. Used subs: D. Alymer, N. Cahill

Saturday 9th October 2010

Munster Youth Cup Round 2 – Ballingarry 1 (S. Doherty) Abbeyfeale Utd 0

Sunday 10th October 2010

Junior Division 1 – Kilcolman Rovers 2 Ballingarry 4 (C. Doherty, Moore, Corrigan, Forde)
Hogan Cup Round 1 – Ballingarry B 1 (M. Condron) Feenagh 3

The A team team returned home from Kilcolman with all three points safely in the bag thanks to a 4-2 win. They went two up in the first half from two fine goals from Colin Doherty and Kevin Forde, the first the result of superb team work and the second a glorious finish from Forde. The home side pulled one back before the break when some sloppy defending from Ballingarrys defence allowed the opening. The second was barely in progress when Moore conceded a penalty which was converted but the Ballingarry defender made up for his error with a cracking left footed volley to restore Ballingarrys lead. Corrigans effort five minutes from time sealed the result at a period when Ballingarry were in total control.
Team: Kenrick, Moore, E. Cahill (Corrigan), C. Kiely, K. Condron, C. Doherty (Kennedy), O’Grady, F. Kiely, S. Doherty, R. Alymer, Forde (J. O’Grady).

The B team exited the Hogan Cup at the hands of neighbours Feenagh following a 1-3 defeat. The visitors raced into a 2-0 half time lead but captain Mike Condron, with his first goal of the season, reduced the deficit to the minimum. However a late goal from Feenagh put the issue beyound doubt.

On Saturday the youths progressed to the third round of the Munster Youth cup when Shane Dohertys first half strike proved decisive.
In other news the club are delighted to have four players returned to the panel for this seasons under 13 Kennedy cup, Nathan Clancy, Cathal O’Keeffe, Mikey Hickey and Mikey Morrissey were re selected on the panel following last seasons heroics with the under 12 interleague Munster champions and All Ireland finalists. Edward Houlihan remains on the under 12 squad for this seasons competition while in the youngest LDSL emerging talent squad, the under 11s, his brother Niall has been selected. It is always a great honour to represent your league in competition while it is always a honour for the club to be represented. Good luck to each of the boys.
All LDSL games were postponed this weekend as a mark of respect to the late Christy Lynch. Mr Lynch was a founder member of the LDSL which was formed in the early 1990s and was involved with NCW. The club wish to convey its condolences to his family and friends on their sad loss. May he rest in peace.

Paul Molloy was the lucky winner of the Aviva Stadium tickets in the clubs latest draw. He and a friend will be attending the Ireland v Russia Euro 2012 qualifier on Friday October 8th 2010. If you would like to enter this limited draw for a chance to win in future draws click here.

Saturday 2nd October 2010

Under 12 Division 1 – Abbeyfeale United 0 Ballingarry 1 (D. Rankin-Hehir)

Sunday 3rd October 2010

Munster Junior Cup Round 1 – Ballingarry B 1 (O’Hanlon) St. Itas B 2 AET
Under 8 Division 2 – Ballingarry 0 Adare Utd 6

The B team (pictured left) bowed out of the provincial competition at the first hurdle on Sunday. David O’Hanlons second goal of the season gave them a half time lead but Itas equalizer in the second period sent the game to extra time where the visitors progressed to meet Rathkeale.

The 8s came up against a much stronger Adare side which was reflected in the 6-0 scoreline even if the homeside played well.

On Saturday the 12s registered their third league win on the trot with a hard earned 1-0 success at Abbeyfeale. Darragh Rankin-Hehirs goal after fifteen minutes of the game proved decisive as they kept in line to retain the Division 1 title.

Saturday 25th September 2010

Under 10 Division 2 – Ballingarry 6 (K. O’Kelly 3, S. O’Connor 2, G. Mullane) Pallaskenry 2
Under 17 Desmond Cup Round 1 – Ballingarry 1 (O’Donoghue) Athea United 2

Sunday 26th September 2010

Munster Junior Cup Round 1 – Pallaskenry B 1 Ballingarry 3 (Darragh O’Grady, Kennedy pen, F. Kiely)
Reidy Cup Round 1 – Broadford United B 1 Ballingarry B 1 (M. O’ Keeffe) AET Ballingarry win 5-4 on pens

The Junior A side followed up on their fine FAI success with a well deserved 3-1 success against Pallas B with goals from Darragh O’Grady, a penalty from Eoin Kennedy after O’Grady was fouled in the box and Francis Kiely all in the first half. Ballingarry made numerous chances in a one sided first period. O’Grady was unlucky to score an own goal for the homeside with fifteen minutes remaining which was their only effort on goal.
Team: P. Kenrick, N. Cahill (Moore), E. Cahill (Donal O’Grady), C. Kiely, M. Corrigan, D. Alymer (J. O’Grady), E. Kennedy, Darragh O’Grady, F. Kiely, R. Alymer, K. Forde.

The B team also progressed in the Reidy Cup albeit after a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw at Broadford United B. Mikey O’Keeffes first goal for the club resulted in extra time and penalties.
On Saturday the 17s became the first club side to exit a tournament when Athea United put them out of the domestic cup. Damien O’Donoghue gave them the lead against the run of play after twelve minutes but that was cancelled out by a fine header near the break. The winner came just two minutes from time.
The 10s enjoyed a big win hitting six against Pallaskenry. They were just one goal to the good at then interval but got five goals in the last ten minutes of the game, this after Pallas had gone 2-1 up.