The valiant U12s bowed out to pre-tournament favourites St John’s in their O’Donnell Cup semi-final clash at Rossa on Friday. The Johnnies took full advantage of a stiff breeze in the first half and, despite gallant defending by St Brigid’s, led by a healthy 10 points by the interval thanks to a somewhat fortuitous late goal just on the whistle. Although St Brigid’s enjoyed a better share of possession in the second period, they found the conditions difficult to master, with accurate passing a casualty. However, their commitment could not be faulted as they battled bravely to the final whistle against a skillful and physically strong side.
Final score: St John’s 2-9 St Brigid’s 0-4
Team: C Moran, M Cummins, S Moran, F McKernan, C Lynch, N Lundy, E Maguire, D Mooney, P O’Sullivan, A Lavery, P Morgan, P O’Boyle, K McAllister (J O’Kane), K McGovern, S Boyle (R Smith)
The second round of league matches will afford the opportunity to give some of the younger squad members match action, starting with Gort Na Mona away next Friday, 30 May. Training as usual at 10.30am on Sunday.
