Mayo League Football 2007

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Originally Posted by GlenhesTilliDie

i heard ex-celtic youth Paul Durcan is resigned 4 the A team, Gavin Dykes wants a player dat shows leadership qualitys. Paul made a first team apperance for celtic under Michael Mc Nickolas a couple of years ago. He produced the goods on the day but unfortunaetly celtic got thrown out of the cup because he was cup tied ! best of luck paul glenhest wishes u all the best

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good to hear some positives on this forum!it makes a nice change!!:D
on a different note-how do yee see yourselves getting on in your return to the super league?i played against yee last year and yee have a solid unit of players.a good mix of youth and experience so i'm hoping that yee fare better this time out.best of luck in the coming season!

how do people see the premier division panning out this year?who might paople be backing for a promotiom push?

Whats the Story with your Facilities out there. I find it hard to swallow that just a few years ago Achill Rovers were not allowed to go into the Super when they had a mirrior version of your bumpy pitch and Portacabins :mad:
I headr from the management at Ballina last year that the surface was worst than croagh Patrick..... I dont think the League is Strict enough on this. Why do some Clubs make a fine effort at improving grounds and the rest get away with it!!!

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Originally Posted by pixiehead

Whats the Story with your Facilities out there. I find it hard to swallow that just a few years ago Achill Rovers were not allowed to go into the Super when they had a mirrior version of your bumpy pitch and Portacabins :mad:
I headr from the management at Ballina last year that the surface was worst than croagh Patrick..... I dont think the League is Strict enough on this. Why do some Clubs make a fine effort at improving grounds and the rest get away with it!!!

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I would have to agree it not strict enough, the set-up is not as good as one expect from a super league side!

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Originally Posted by renovater

All you have to consider three player from that club recieved bans from 3mts to 2 years is enough to convince anyone that there discipline was poor yet they where given club of the year.
Regard to club of the month award given out poor disciplinary messures would have rule out any club if they where poor.I am sure the same should apply when selecting club of the year, which in Celtic case it wasn't. So I can only conclude that it gave a negative to everyone else except Celtic.

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You need to get your facts correct. It was three supporters who were suspended. One of the suspensions was a joke (based on a Ref's report which didnt mention why he sent the Port's Ass.manager off, or the abuse that Dykes received from the Port's fans, or blew the game up 5 min. early one sided or what.). I think the club received the club of the year for becoming the first Mayo club to win a FAI Senior Cup game, FAI Junior Cup semi-finalists, Mayo Super League & Westaro Cup winners, Connacht & Mayo Cup finalists,FAI U-17 Semi-finalists, U-18 & U-16 Connacht Cup winners, U-12, U-14, U-16 2006 Mayo League winners, two players signed by English clubs, Flood Lights installed etc etc. I suppose the three people who were suspended should over shadow all the above work then yes the club should not be given the club of the year. By the way who should get it. As for the club of the Month received in April what disciplinary problems had Celtic at this time that would have ruled them out of this award.

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Originally Posted by Closing Time

You need to get your facts correct. It was three supporters who were suspended. One of the suspensions was a joke (based on a Ref's report which didnt mention why he sent the Port's Ass.manager off, or the abuse that Dykes received from the Port's fans, or blew the game up 5 min. early one sided or what.). I think the club received the club of the year for becoming the first Mayo club to win a FAI Senior Cup game, FAI Junior Cup semi-finalists, Mayo Super League & Westaro Cup winners, Connacht & Mayo Cup finalists,FAI U-17 Semi-finalists, U-18 & U-16 Connacht Cup winners, U-12, U-14, U-16 2006 Mayo League winners, two players signed by English clubs, Flood Lights installed etc etc. I suppose the three people who were suspended should over shadow all the above work then yes the club should not be given the club of the year. By the way who should get it. As for the club of the Month received in April what disciplinary problems had Celtic at this time that would have ruled them out of this award.

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Dont want to dampen your spirits first of all those poeple in question were MEMBERS of Celtic. they had played most of there football with Celtic. Just to add salt incase you hadn't been aware of it " who do you think is responable for Celtic supporters" Your Club!!! By the way when the Junior body are handing out awards they dont take into account what your youths have won.
To tell you the thruth!! they dont even care!!
So you may think your right, but there is alot out there who would nor agree.
Just to add flavour Manulla B was runner up,Does that ring any bells.

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Originally Posted by renovater

Dont want to dampen your spirits first of all those poeple in question were MEMBERS of Celtic. they had played most of there football with Celtic. Just to add salt incase you hadn't been aware of it " who do you think is responable for Celtic supporters" Your Club!!! By the way when the Junior body are handing out awards they dont take into account what your youths have won.
To tell you the thruth!! they dont even care!!
So you may think your right, but there is alot out there who would nor agree.
Just to add flavour Manulla B was runner up,Does that ring any bells.

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Well once again you have your facts wrong. First you made accusations about 3 Celtic players now it is 3 members of the club (2 are members). Yes I do agree with you that the club is responsaible for their supporters, but the point I was making was that these people in question were punished as was the club so why should the club be punished futher. As for the criteria for the club of the year the following is what is taken into consideration: Success of the junior & youth teams, club development etc. As for your accusation that Celtic should not be receive the April club of the month award due to disciplinary issues you still have stated what they were.

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Originally Posted by renovater

Good to here something postive out of Celtic?

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The only negative thing out of Celtic is from your posts or maybe you can list the negatives that have upset you in the past

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Originally Posted by GlenhesTilliDie

i heard ex-celtic youth Paul Durcan is resigned 4 the A team, Gavin Dykes wants a player dat shows leadership qualitys. Paul made a first team apperance for celtic under Michael Mc Nickolas a couple of years ago. He produced the goods on the day but unfortunaetly celtic got thrown out of the cup because he was cup tied ! best of luck paul glenhest wishes u all the best

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I am just wondering why you have decided to mention the above player and his history with the A team. Do you have a problem with this player. You might be better off getting your pitch ready for next season based on some of the comments posted. By the way Glenhest will easily stay in the SL and will be in the top half of the table good team saw them a few times last year.

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Originally Posted by Closing Time

I am just wondering why you have decided to mention the above player and his history with the A team. Do you have a problem with this player. You might be better off getting your pitch ready for next season based on some of the comments posted. By the way Glenhest will easily stay in the SL and will be in the top half of the table good team saw them a few times last year.

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Good call but who do you think will go down from Super League?

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Originally Posted by swinfordfc

Good call but who do you think will go down from Super League?

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I think the boro and glenhest !!

Ya have to agree cant see glenhest staying up or boro. dont think they have what it takes to beat the likes of crossmolina(if they have there GAA players) or ballyheane.
will the two teams that went down last year come straight back up? S&F and Ballyglass??? Swinford could be in with a good chance.

why is it that ballyheane could draw with or beat the top teams in the super league and then struggle against the teams in the lower half of the league

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Originally Posted by Closing Time

Well once again you have your facts wrong. First you made accusations about 3 Celtic players now it is 3 members of the club (2 are members). Yes I do agree with you that the club is responsaible for their supporters, but the point I was making was that these people in question were punished as was the club so why should the club be punished futher. As for the criteria for the club of the year the following is what is taken into consideration: Success of the junior & youth teams, club development etc. As for your accusation that Celtic should not be receive the April club of the month award due to disciplinary issues you still have stated what they were.

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I think will just agree to disagree and let others decide, one way or another you and I will always differ.

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Originally Posted by the dude

why is it that ballyheane could draw with or beat the top teams in the super league and then struggle against the teams in the lower half of the league

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Its called Attitude:ball:

I was reading with interest on the CT that MF is lined up with an important job with schoolboys football.

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Originally Posted by Thunderblaster

I was reading with interest on the CT that MF is lined up with an important job with schoolboys football.

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Tell us more:ball:

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Originally Posted by swinfordfc

Good call but who do you think will go down from Super League?

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My call would be the Boro (unless they sign four or five new players) as their current set of players are not good enough to stay up. I would say they would struggle in the Premeir League, they have no keeper, lost Collins, Flynn,Duffy, Murphy and the players left behind are not up to it. The second team is much harder to call with Crossmolina, Ballyheane & Claremorris allin danger. If I was to call it I would say ballyheane if they do not sign a number of new players.

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Originally Posted by renovater

I think will just agree to disagree and let others decide, one way or another you and I will always differ.

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Well I agree with you. Who said we would never agree

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Originally Posted by theboy

Ya have to agree cant see glenhest staying up or boro. dont think they have what it takes to beat the likes of crossmolina(if they have there GAA players) or ballyheane.
will the two teams that went down last year come straight back up? S&F and Ballyglass??? Swinford could be in with a good chance.

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It is a great chance for Swinford to get back to where they belong as with 3 B team in this Div and the two relegated teams not a strong as their name might suggest. I think Manulla B will struggle if their games clash with their A team and Celtic B might also struggle depending on the Eircom League team as well as Westport B. How will B'robe fair out this year.

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Originally Posted by Closing Time

My call would be the Boro (unless they sign four or five new players) as their current set of players are not good enough to stay up. I would say they would struggle in the Premeir League, they have no keeper, lost Collins, Flynn,Duffy, Murphy and the players left behind are not up to it. The second team is much harder to call with Crossmolina, Ballyheane & Claremorris allin danger. If I was to call it I would say ballyheane if they do not sign a number of new players.

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Wallace and Duffy are back. Fintan Ruddy has been up and we've had 4 other keepers up at training also. Aaron Curry has resigned and we've got a few players back from the US and signed from other clubs like Ballyvary, Town, but not many of them will push into the A side. We're in a better shape this season than we have been for the last two and without Collins and Murphy(who were fantastic players) we look to have a more balanced side and players are relishing the challenge. Can't wait for the season to start. Ballisodare on Sunday should be an indication of where we are.

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Originally Posted by joe_denilson

Wallace and Duffy are back. Fintan Ruddy has been up and we've had 4 other keepers up at training also. Aaron Curry has resigned and we've got a few players back from the US and signed from other clubs like Ballyvary, Town, but not many of them will push into the A side. We're in a better shape this season than we have been for the last two and without Collins and Murphy(who were fantastic players) we look to have a more balanced side and players are relishing the challenge. Can't wait for the season to start. Ballisodare on Sunday should be an indication of where we are.

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I still cant see you staying up even if you play your four keepers. You still need three or four A team players and by your reply you have not mentioned any new quality signings. I know you have a good manager and a good team spirit but if you a relying on the players from last year I cannot see the Boro staying up. As far as my limited knowledge can see you have a problem at center-back due to lack of pace, centre-midfield and up front are other problem areas. I know you have good full backs and wide players but outside that I would not be a confident as you. I do not understand how you are in better shape without Collins, Flynn & Murphy. What quality players are replacing them. By the way is that young O'Brien still playing. I was always impressed by him good player.

Fair response. No matter who replaces Kieran Murphy(probably Padraic Conway) will add more pace to the centre back area, so that argument is void. We only had Johan for 5/6 games last year and when we did we were missing Flynn. This season David Roughneen will move into the centre midfield. He is twice the footballer of the other two lads. Eamonn Conway will go left. Declan Shaw alongside rocker is playing really well. Up front, Aaron Curry scored 20 goals in 14 games to get us promoted 2 years ago so he should be a major force next season. His younger brother Sean is joining also. Paul McDonagh from Ballyvary looks a very capable player anywhere down the centre of the pitch, so can cover all 3 "problem areas". Young O'Brien has college committments in Dublin so won't feature much for the A team. I can see why we'd be one of the favourites to go down, but I'm sure we'll surprise a few people. I can't see much improvement for the likes of Manulla, Ballyheane, Crossmolina and I think we'll have more than enough to beat these sides comfortably. The Super League is nowhere near the standard it should be. Too many players that simply aren't good enough playing for teams. A little hard work goes a long way.

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Originally Posted by joe_denilson

Fair response. No matter who replaces Kieran Murphy(probably Padraic Conway) will add more pace to the centre back area, so that argument is void. We only had Johan for 5/6 games last year and when we did we were missing Flynn. This season David Roughneen will move into the centre midfield. He is twice the footballer of the other two lads. Eamonn Conway will go left. Declan Shaw alongside rocker is playing really well. Up front, Aaron Curry scored 20 goals in 14 games to get us promoted 2 years ago so he should be a major force next season. His younger brother Sean is joining also. Paul McDonagh from Ballyvary looks a very capable player anywhere down the centre of the pitch, so can cover all 3 "problem areas". Young O'Brien has college committments in Dublin so won't feature much for the A team. I can see why we'd be one of the favourites to go down, but I'm sure we'll surprise a few people. I can't see much improvement for the likes of Manulla, Ballyheane, Crossmolina and I think we'll have more than enough to beat these sides comfortably. The Super League is nowhere near the standard it should be. Too many players that simply aren't good enough playing for teams. A little hard work goes a long way.

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sorry ,but i think i would have to agree with "closing time" ,in losing collin's,fylnn & murphy(i agree not the speedy of player's) you are losing player's with huge expericene that come end of season time and things are tight at the bottom i dont think the younger player's you talk about will be as valuable to you as the older head's, and that is thing the two of the teams you quoted"manulla & ballyheane " have..

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Originally Posted by joe_denilson

Fair response. No matter who replaces Kieran Murphy(probably Padraic Conway) will add more pace to the centre back area, so that argument is void. We only had Johan for 5/6 games last year and when we did we were missing Flynn. This season David Roughneen will move into the centre midfield. He is twice the footballer of the other two lads. Eamonn Conway will go left. Declan Shaw alongside rocker is playing really well. Up front, Aaron Curry scored 20 goals in 14 games to get us promoted 2 years ago so he should be a major force next season. His younger brother Sean is joining also. Paul McDonagh from Ballyvary looks a very capable player anywhere down the centre of the pitch, so can cover all 3 "problem areas". Young O'Brien has college committments in Dublin so won't feature much for the A team. I can see why we'd be one of the favourites to go down, but I'm sure we'll surprise a few people. I can't see much improvement for the likes of Manulla, Ballyheane, Crossmolina and I think we'll have more than enough to beat these sides comfortably. The Super League is nowhere near the standard it should be. Too many players that simply aren't good enough playing for teams. A little hard work goes a long way.

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I agree with you that the standard in the Mayo SL is below par and Ballyheane & Crossmolina will be teams at the bottom end of the table and yes the boro are capable of beating these teams. As far as Manualla is concerned I think they will be very strong next year and will cause all the so called top teams alot of problems this season they even might be considered a top team after the 2007 season. With regard to the players you mentioned above they are all good players but I feel not good enough together for the SL but time will tell. As for your statement about young Rock come. I saw him player 5 to six times last year and while he always was one on the Boro's best players but no world beater. He will with time develop to a good player. Maybe center of the park will suit him Best of luck on Sunday.

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Originally Posted by Closing Time

I still cant see you staying up even if you play your four keepers. You still need three or four A team players and by your reply you have not mentioned any new quality signings. I know you have a good manager and a good team spirit but if you a relying on the players from last year I cannot see the Boro staying up. As far as my limited knowledge can see you have a problem at center-back due to lack of pace, centre-midfield and up front are other problem areas. I know you have good full backs and wide players but outside that I would not be a confident as you. I do not understand how you are in better shape without Collins, Flynn & Murphy. What quality players are replacing them. By the way is that young O'Brien still playing. I was always impressed by him good player.

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Its not so long ago that a large section of hoops thought Collins was past his sell by date and Flynn was overrated. Did they come good as soon as they pulled on the green and white . And Nobody in Celtic really gave a toss when Murphy "had" to Go. Make yer mind up kido :D

We don't seem to mention Erris United too often on this site but we can take a bow to Eric Reilly for his recent award. Eric has played, coached underage, sat on committees and fundraised for the Belmullet based club. Anymore tributes for him?

I heard on the grapevine that there was supposed to be an informal meeting in Milebush last night amongst clubs. Don't know what it was about though if it went ahead.

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Originally Posted by Thunderblaster

We don't seem to mention Erris United too often on this site but we can take a bow to Eric Reilly for his recent award. Eric has played, coached underage, sat on committees and fundraised for the Belmullet based club. Anymore tributes for him?

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fair play to you thunder!i wholeheartedly agree!and a nicer fella on the pitch you couldn'd meet!:D

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Originally Posted by pixiehead

Its not so long ago that a large section of hoops thought Collins was past his sell by date and Flynn was overrated. Did they come good as soon as they pulled on the green and white . And Nobody in Celtic really gave a toss when Murphy "had" to Go. Make yer mind up kido :D

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I can only sppeak for myself and I never said that DF was overrated. I think he his is a excellent signing for Celtic. I never heard any Celtic supporter saying otherwise. As JC I was surprised that he did sign for Celtic and taught that he wouldnt bring anything extra to the team (time will tell). As far as past his sell by date I would agree that his best days are behind him but still has a good 60 minutes in him. As for the club not giving a toss about KM leaving the club no one forced that move and he would be welcomed back anytime he wants to return.

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Originally Posted by Thunderblaster

We don't seem to mention Erris United too often on this site but we can take a bow to Eric Reilly for his recent award. Eric has played, coached underage, sat on committees and fundraised for the Belmullet based club. Anymore tributes for him?

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Well said Congrats to him and his club.

with kieran murphy signing for ballyheane it will add a bit of bite to the team. also i hear theron cogill has been promoted to captain. wot do ye reckon of that. why was jc sent off for celtic yesterday?

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Originally Posted by the dude

with kieran murphy signing for ballyheane it will add a bit of bite to the team. also i hear theron cogill has been promoted to captain. wot do ye reckon of that. why was jc sent off for celtic yesterday?

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If KM plays at centre-back it will cause alot of problems for Ballyheane due to his lack of pace (time catchs up on everyone). He will be a good manager but not a good player-manager. Yes JC was sent off and was the reason Celtic did not win the game. After seeing the town I cannot see them coming close to winning the SL. Two full backs very slow and one Centre-half also slow but played well. They have the best player in the SL with Duffy up front great player should be picked up by a Eircom league club. They need three or four player to have any chance. They played a long ball game through out the game which Celtic followed after JC was sent off. A good report on the Mayl League web site.

Well done to Ballina Yesterday. Didnt see the game. Heard Celtic have no excuses though> Was there many at it.??

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Originally Posted by pixiehead

Well done to Ballina Yesterday. Didnt see the game. Heard Celtic have no excuses though> Was there many at it.??

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If they took all the chances they created in the first half, game would be over. Played some good football for a change and tore the Town defence apart compared to the direct route of Town who hit the excellent Duffy as quickly as possible. Nothing wrong with the style when you have someone with that quality up front. The sending off changed the game but you wouldnt know that Celtic were down to 10 men for 60 minutes. Read the report on the Mayo web site fair report. Good crowd taking into account what was on. What happened to the Boro not a great start for the new management. Had they a full team?

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Originally Posted by Thunderblaster

Was initially, but that is the confirmed date as posted by Harpsbear.

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Will you be present TB.

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Originally Posted by Closing Time

If they took all the chances they created in the first half, game would be over. Played some good football for a change and tore the Town defence apart compared to the direct route of Town who hit the excellent Duffy as quickly as possible. Nothing wrong with the style when you have someone with that quality up front. The sending off changed the game but you wouldnt know that Celtic were down to 10 men for 60 minutes. Read the report on the Mayo web site fair report. Good crowd taking into account what was on. What happened to the Boro not a great start for the new management. Had they a full team?

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Didnt have the management there yesterday. Ya a small squad. Pitch was seriously Bad and we couldnt play our usual game. In fairness to the lads they havent played football in 3 months and the fitness wasnt there. Ballisodare are a really nice bunch of lads and the game was very clean but i cant see tham going any futher :o

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Originally Posted by Harpsbear

Will you be present TB.

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Not 100% certain. Could be lying in my grave by then!!:eek: :eek: :eek:

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Originally Posted by Thunderblaster

Not 100% certain. Could be lying in my grave by then!!:eek: :eek: :eek:

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I'll send you a pm if I'm going.I know its mid week and I'm down the night before anyhow for college so I cant see myself been down two nights running.

It's Monday night and it's Renovater night. The man who has the skill to rewrite the Oxford Dictionary will surely be giving us the gospel on the events over the weekend according to God and Football. Brace yourselves tight for the tongue lashing that may be dished out. Renovater, you're in!!:D :D :D

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Originally Posted by Thunderblaster

It's Monday night and it's Renovater night. The man who has the skill to rewrite the Oxford Dictionary will surely be giving us the gospel on the events over the weekend according to God and Football. Brace yourselves tight for the tongue lashing that may be dished out. Renovater, you're in!!

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Things must have been peaceful for the Renovater not to be giving the gospel. or the post scared him off!!:D :eek: :D