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The appointment has been made with widespread approval around Westport and once the two boys gets their teeth into it, we will be flying into more silverware again. Remember, when we won the FAI Junior Cup, our earlier rounds weren't exactly hot at the time but from the Leeside game, we showed our authority. Same could happen again in either of our two external competitions. The squad is better than 30 months ago.Quote:
Originally Posted by terrier
[quote=quay heart;805152]Alex Ferguson is a full time manager as his career. The boys are part time, a big difference. As for KC, the gaa team is crap, I have watched them play, there is nothing he could do with them players, in fact I am confident that the WUnited first team would beat them in a game of gaa as many of them were good gaa players as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by Leveller
Speaking of doing runners......
Good on you Thunder! AK was a fulback, and I am sure that FG was a great target man!Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
We might have a game on that weekend, you guys should come along if there is one on. We can keep you posted or check our website www.westportunited.comQuote:
Originally Posted by kennedmc
Just wondering how are Westport 'B' all set for that title match against local rivals 'Fahy'
Hear a few familiar faces are returning from America.
It is going to be a typical cup final, with the long time gap since the last game, form goes out the window, we will see what happens on the day. There are lads back from travelling, but whether they play is another question, I would say DL will stick to the lads who have been playing all season, and maybe spring these lads from the bench if needed.Quote:
Originally Posted by juan pablo
Dont worry the real thread bearer will understand what it means.Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
Your dead right j.m even I over step, but not ment to be untastedful, I was look n on the funie side.:pQuote:
Originally Posted by terrier
After that grinding 1-0 win over S&F with Bourkie scoring, the 3 in 1 Oil was applied to the mechanisms that run the famous junior team and the iconic saints returned to the dugout against Kiltimagh/Knock United. Westport finally started to play the slick football that was devoid for a very long time and there were some welcome faces back. We cruised it 9-1 with the Louisburgh Lion bagging FIVE goals, Spiderman grabbing a brace and one each for Gerry and Lovejoy. The word is that the mean machine is ready to roll and the opposition will quake in their boots.:D
Not such a good weekend for the kids with the U.18's losing 4-2 to Corrib Celtic and the U.16's losing 3-1 to Kilmurray in the U.16 Mayo Cup Semi Final.
The U.12's have a trip to Sligo coming up. The coach of Ballygawley/Innisfree is a close buddy of the Westport United Youth Co-ordinator!!:eek::D
I believe that Westport United got conditional planning permission for their site. If that is the case, it is great news but it means a lot of very hard work by all with a vested interest in the club and everybody will have to get behind the project and give a bit of expertise on anything that will help our dream come true. Even a bit of help from friends of our club that reads www.foot.ie would be beneficial. There is a flag day coming up on Nov. 24th around the streets of Westport, if that information is correct. All donations will be appreciated.
From what I hear it sounds like a very exciting project.Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
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Originally Posted by renovater
Yes great result against K&K Utd a team who are going for a play-off spot in the Mayo League Div 2b where they have to beat Castlebar Celtic C yes C. I hear Killester are quaking in their boots. With all the players back, who was dropped (a few unhappy players) for this game and how many of this squad is allowed to play for the B team on Sunday.Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
Great news. Any word on the start up date. Who was in charge of the team last Sunday.Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
The dynamic duo were in charge.Quote:
Originally Posted by Closing Time
I see Ballyheane face westport in Ballyheane in the Connaught Cup 14 in the last 16 should be good tie.Quote:
Originally Posted by Leveller
Away win!!;):DQuote:
Originally Posted by renovater
I believe that Fahy are bringing a very big crowd with them to the game on Sunday.........600 sheep!!:eek::D
Interesting to note on a certain media outlet last week, it had a major article on Westport United set on giving the managers job to........the person who didn't get it. As for this week's article on who actually got the job, there was less of a profile and not on the main football page.
As Westport United B are quietly formulating their permutations for Sunday, I'm sure that Fahy would be gearing up their Thunder Football with their rough and tumble training. The tactics would be "to get stuck in" and hoof the ball up the pitch. Westport are holding their trump card for Sunday.Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
With the Mc reffing they would want to be careful how much thunder they put in their football.Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
Well spotted Tb. Wonder did he have inside info, and/or who was feeding it to him for what reason??? Think magicians call it "Misdirection"!! Also wonder is the same reporter reading "pixieheads" posts on the ML thread with regard to Danny Lawless taking the snugboro job? Be careful what you say here on foot.ie folks, it may be in the paper!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
And am i alone in wondering how some potential manager gets "linked" to a post in the same paper? How does this happen? Is this a tabloid?!! Certainly has the appearance of one looking at the opinion column!:D
Not for the first time HC!Quote:
Originally Posted by hardcore
UMBRO FAI JUNIOR CUP FOURTH ROUND DRAW
(TO BE PLAYED WEEKEND 24th/25th NOVEMBER
Mayo Area
Swinford F.C V Westport United
Nice One!!!:D:D:D
Don't have it mate.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tony Dorigo
interesting you find the "get stuck in" and "thunder football" tactics so wrong and your a liverpool fan!!!!!! beats me!Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
If nothing else all the men in westport will be happy on Sunday nightQuote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
good man!they're very derogotary remarks coming from a man whose club tried to prise a few of our 'rough and tumble' lads from us not so long ago.at least we stay loyal to all the lads who have played with us all year- and not having to rely on 'imports'.its a poor reflection on yee when yee have to win the title using first teamers.doesnt reflect too well on the managers confidence in the b team squad.at least we'll be easily motivated for the derby come sunday!:ball:Quote:
Originally Posted by Thunderblaster
Thunder Football is not above criticism. That style of football is constantly being criticised at all levels.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cloggs
Westport are as equally motivated at least.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cloggs
Thunderblaster
You seem to know your stuff re Wesport, I just have a few quick questions for you.
Do you rate Paddy Ryder (ex Westport)?
What is his best position?
Did he feature much in yer FAI cup winning season?
Paddy used to play for the B Team he did not feature in the senior squad, but with the quality in the team ahead of him it would be difficult to win a place in the first team.Quote:
Originally Posted by abbeyvale
He is a decent player, his best position is right wing or striker. The only downside with him that he is a bit on the light side and could be pushed off the ball.
Congratulations to the B Team in their title win. They emerged with all arms and legs intact. Gerry picked up a hamstring injury though. Hard luck to Fahy, they deserved to win, if they play consistently like they did yesterday, they will get promoted last season, there was no lack of passion or commitment from them, or the manager for that matter.
Well done dave Lyons!
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Originally Posted by Leveller
Cheers.
The reason I ask is because he has signed with Star Rovers Premier side in Limerick, and I was just wondering what type of player we have got.
No problem, how did the junior cup matches go down in limerick?Quote:
Originally Posted by abbeyvale
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Originally Posted by Leveller
No shocks, all prem teams through.
Yeah, was at the game and to be honest, it was a very tough game. Not much football from a purists point of view but lots of character, commitment and a will to win and quite a few beefy tackles. Over the ninety minutes, Fahy deserved to win and we can thank Busty, Eamon Daly and Micheal Gibbons for keeping us in the game. Lee Keegan profited from a mistake and the reaction for Fahy's goal from the bench summed up how much they wanted the game and wanted it badly. Sure Mr. Needham would have been bought lots of drink had he scored, and would be the toast of Teddy's Fashions. I often had plenty of wind-ups with JB but it is good banter all the same, and it is part of the game. Can Fahy mount a serious challenge for promotion next year? The answer to that would be yes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Leveller
Great to see James "Atmazidis" Fahy lifting the trophy and great to see the lads winning the biggest trophy that the B team can win. Did Pete Lally really sponsor the B team?:confused: And one for the annals, Westport United are the first club to win the top two divisions in Mayo in the one season, another piece for the 2011 Centenary Book.
I read that a local media outlet had to retract part of an article from last week's edition, concerning WUFC.
Interesting game in the Sports Park on Saturday afternoon at 2:00 as the club's U.13's takes on Salthill Devon in the 3rd round of the SFAI Troy Cup. Salthill are thinking of coming down for 11:00 for a little bit of prep-work, presumably set-pieces, followed by a light lunch before the game. The winners of this tie are at home to Castlebar Celtic on December 15th.
Utd founded 1911. The teams that won the Connacht cups in the 40's as Westport Town, is this a different club to Utd, as I see you claim these titles in your web site as Utd victories. Great league double. Well done to all involved.