P6/P5 GoGames at Andersonstown Leisure Centre
Thanks to Gavin for compiling the report
The Brid Og P5/6 hurlers took part in the indoor games at Andersonstown Leisure Centre. The games were 6 a side 8 minute games and were initially scheduled as ground rules format. However all teams agreed to play full rules which meant that the format was changed much to the delight of the young hurlers.
The schedule showed games against St Galls, Rossa, Davitts, Sarsfields and Carryduff
Brid Og had sufficient players to enter 2 teams at the event which would mean 7 games in total. The team hurled brilliantly and managed to secure 7 straight victories on the day. The players demonstrated great skill throughout and showed great defensive and attack play. The players were rotated throughout the games and all shone in their own way. Each and every payer gave 100% today and showed that they can play in any position and face any opposition with confidence and enthusiasm.
It was great to see this young team play as a cohesive unit and they were complimented by many coaches from other teams for their skill levels and teamwork. It was also great to see some new faces with James and Thomas making their debut. Thanks to Kieran for organising the games, these are invaluable over the winter months. Thanks to the parents for bringing the players to the event. Thanks to Darren, Tara and John for helping with the team. The biggest thanks must to the players for their effort today, they should be proud of their performance and you never know Santa might even reward them with another present. Well done all of the coaches and parents are proud of your efforts.
Team
Pearse, Eoin, David, Anna, Zack, Conlan, Niall, Thomas, James, Jack
P4/P3 Games at Dunville park
Thank you to Ciaran for compiling the report
Brid Ógs P4 and P3 kids were invited to friendly matches by St Galls. The games were on the 3G pitch at Dunville Park and Davitts were also attending. In the first game the Ógs played their hosts in a 13-a-side match using the full length of the pitch. At the end of the game Brid Óg had scored 3 goals to St Galls 1 goal. There were 3 James’s playing for Brid Óg and it was the youngest James who scored 2 goals. The was added to by a long range score from Conor.
Davitts only had 5 players, so a couple of St Galls P5s joined them for the next match. They got off to a flyer when a shot crept over the line in their first attack. The teams were evenly matched after that, but James K scored a goal direct from a long range sideline and Conor grabbed a second, with his shot just crossing the line this time. Davitts scored a good point to round off the scoring.
Liam and Donnacha stayed on to play for Davitts againts St Galls and the other P4s joined in with the P3s in their match against St Galls. This game had plenty of goals at both ends, though the addition of the P4s helped Brid Óg shade it.
Brid Óg: James K ,James McC and James, Conor Mac E and Conor, Liam, Donnacha, Emma, Cara, Mia, Laura, Ronan, Oisin
Thanks to David from St Galls for the invite. These games rounded off 2014 for the P4s, who have put in very impressive performances throughout the year.
