Under 13 Division 1

• Killorglin AFC 7 – 1 Park B

Following a decent National Cup run, the under 13s finally got to play a league game with Park B the visitors to the Dragons Den. An awful night for football in terms of weather, saw the visitors start brightly, and it looked like Killorglin might be in for a tough night. But a free kick from Jack O’Connor, and strikes from Gearoid Hassett and Dylan Francis saw Killorglin settle in and take control. Park, to be fair, didn’t give up and grabbed an equaliser shortly before the break, to leave the half time score at a far from comfortable 3-1. And the second half started poorly from the home team when Park were awarded a harsh penalty. A fantastic save from Martin Fay in goal kept Killorglin well ahead, and we pushed on from there with goals from Stephen O’Loughlin and Kaiya O’Flaherty.

Late in the game, Dean Cahill came off the bench, and despite looking decidedly cold and subdued, he managed to convert a 25 yard effort on the half volley, and produce a nice turn and finish in the box to complete a brace. So 7-1 didn’t flatter Killorglin in the end, but it took stand-out performances from everyone to put us in control at key points in the game. Tireless work from Jack O’Leary and Aaron Broderick in midfield where their quality shone. Good wide play from Stephen and Ethan, and later on Kaiya gave us an attacking threat that wasn’t seen from the visitors. Dylan up front worked hard, and Gearoid Hassett was in a different class! Special mention to the defence who haven’t played together as a back 4 previously: Jason, Oisin, Jack and Kaiya showed a fantastic attitude and worked for the team throughout. It was hard to be a sub on a night like this, but they all contributed and I appreciate that.

Team: Martin Fay, Jason O’Sullivan, Oisin Cronin, Jack O’Connor, Kaiya O’Flaherty, Aaron Broderick, Jack O’Leary, Ethan Coffey, Stephen O’Loughlin, Gearoid Hassett, Dylan Francis. Subs: Cian Naylor, Darragh McKeefry, Dean Cahill

Under 12

• Park A 0 – 3 Killorglin AFC A

Killorglin Under 12’s travelled to Tralee to play the Park A team in a top of the table game. Killorglin started slowly and found it difficult to get up to speed with the game. We started to create changes and our speed up front was causing Park problems. Dylan, Eoghan & Mikey were main danger men.

Tom and Cillian got on top in the middle of the field and this dictated the rest of the game, After 15 mins a through ball from Cillian put Dylan through on gaol which he finished well. We had a few chances before half time. Our defence stood up to everything that Park threw at them, Callum, Daniel, Jason & Calum were excellent. Our goalie Jack Macgillycuddy was man of the Match with some great saves.

The second half we started better, and started playing a fantastic passing game which was missing in the first half. Eoghan Hassett went on a great run and the Park goalie made a great save which rebounded back to our in form striker Dylan who finished well for his 2nd and brings his tally to 8 this season in just 5 games. Park put a bit of pressure on us for 5 to 6 mins but our midfielders and defences/goalie stood up to the challenge. With about 10 mins to go Dylan took a shot on and again the goalkeeper saved, but Mikey was there to finish.

Some exceptional performances especially from Jack in goals, Daniel and Calum Russell in defence, Tom, Cillian, Darragh & Eoghan in Midfield and Mikey & Dylan up front.

Team: Jack Mcgillycuddy Jason O’Connor Callum Russell Calum Moriarty Daniel Evans Eoghan Hassett Tom Whittleton Cillian Burke (Capt ) Darragh Callan Mikey O’Donnell & Dylan Moriarty
Subs: Mark Clifford for Calum, Adam Kiely for Darragh, Cathal Crowley for Daniel, Dara Evans for Jason, Jake Reensterns for Jack

Scorers: Dylan Moriarty (2), Mikey o’Donnell. Man of the Match: Jack Mcgillycuddy

Under 12 Premier

Park A v Killorglin AFC A – 10.30am

Under 12 Division 1

Killorglin AFC B v Killarney Athletic – 12noon

Under 14 Premier

Killorglin AFC A v Killarney Athletic – 10.30am

Under 14 Division 1

Ballyhar v Killorglin AFC B – 11am

Under 16 Premier

Mastergeeha v Killorglin AFC – 12.30pm

Under 13 SFAI National Cup

• Killavilla 3 – 1 Killorglin AFC

Killorglin Under 13s bowed out of the national cup on Saturday after a tough encounter in Roscrea. Despite a bright start, Killorglin failed to break down a well organised Killavilla side, with Jack O’Leary and Jack O’Connor dominating an exceptionally tall Killavilla midfield. Midway through the half Killorglin went behind after a corner kick was scrambled into the net. Despite a few half chances, we went into the break a little disappointed to be a goal down.

The second half started better, and a fantastic in-swinging corner from Jack O’Connor was glanced in to the net by Dylan Moriarty. 1-1 and game on. Gearoid Hasset worked tirelessly in midfield to service the two Dylans up front, but again Killorglin were behind when a harsh free kick saw Villa head the ball into the Killorglin net. Despite exceptional work from Darragh McKeefry and Cillian Burke at the back, and Jack O’Leary and Aaron Broderick in Midfield, Killorglin couldn’t break down the Villa defence. And before the end, a break-away goal from Villa broke Killorglin hearts.

3-1 in the end, but I was unbelievably proud of the effort and commitment of all 14 players who travelled to Roscrea on the day. You did the club proud!

Team: Martin Fay, Stephen O’Loughlin, Kaiya O’Flaherty, Cillian Burke, Darragh McKeefry, Jack O’Connor, Jack O’Leary, Gearoid Hassett, Aaron Broderick, Dylan Francis, Dylan Moriarty. Subs: Jason O’Sullivan, Cian Naylor, Max Doyle

Under 12 SFAI National Cup

• Regional United 2 – 4 Killorglin AFC

Team: Jack McGillacuddy, Jason O’Connor, Callum Russell, Calum Moriarty, Daniel Evans, Eoghan Hassett, Tom Whittleton, Cillian Burke (Capt), Darragh Callan, Mikey O’Donnell, Dylan Moriarty.

Subs: Adam Owens for Mikey, Adam Kiely for Darragh, Cathal Crowley for Daniel, Jake Reensterns, Mark Clifford

Goals: Dylan, Eoghan, Tom & Darragh

Under 14 SFAI National Cup

• Killorglin AFC 2 – 1 Avenue Utd

Under 12 – SFAI National Cup

• Charleville v Killorglin AFC – 2pm

Under 12 – Division 1

• Killorglin AFC B v Ballyhar – 12 noon

Under 14 – SFAI National Cup

• Killorglin AFC v Regional Utd – 2pm

Under 13 – National Cup

• Ennis Town 3-4 Killorglin AFC

Scorers: Gearoid Hassett x 2, Jack O’Leary, Kaiya O’Flaherty

Under 13 – SFAI Cup

Ennis Town v Killorglin AFC 2pm

Under 11

Listowel A v Killorglin AFC A 2pm

Listowel B v Killorglin AFC B 2pm

Under 14A

• Killorglin AFC 3 – 1 Listowel Celtic

Under 12A

• Killorglin AFC 5 – 0 Tralee Dynamos

Scores: Dylan Moriarty 3 Eoin Hassett 2

A great team performance for Killorglin with Mark Clifford Jason O’Connor at the back, and Cillian Burke & Eoin Hassett midfield & Man of the match Dylan Moriarty up top

Team: Jack Mcgillycuddy Jason OConnor Callum Russell Mark Clifford Cathal Crowley Eoin Hassett Tom Whittleton Cillian Burke Capt Darragh Callan Mikey O’Donnell & Dylan Moriarty. Subs: Calum Moriarty for Russell, Adam Owens for Callan, Daniel Evans for Dylan, Jake Reensterna for Mcgillycudd

Under 12 Premier

• Killorglin AFC A v Tralee Dynamos 10.30 am

Under 12 Division 1

• Mastergeeha A v Killorglin AFC B 10.30 am

Under 14 Premier

• Killorglin AFC A v Listowel A 12 noon

Under 14 Division 1

• Iveragh v Killorglin AFC B 11.30 am

Under 16 Premier

• Killarney Celtic A v Killorglin AFC OFF

Under 13 – National Cup 1st Round

• Killarney Athletic 3 – 5 Killorglin AFC

The Under 13s put in a fantastic performance against a capable Killarney Athletic side in Woodlawn on Saturday morning. The team started brightly with Darragh McKeefry marshalling the back line well, and Jack O’Leary working hard in central midfield. Dylan Francis had the best of the chances early on, but was closed down quickly twice, when it seemed he would get a strike away. But Killorglin were rewarded before half time when a good move by Gearoid Hasset down the right side gave Dylan Francis the opportunity to put Killorglin 1-0 ahead, which he finished nicely! Martin Fay was solid in goal and dealt with anything Athletic had to offer.

Despite looking comfortable at the start of the second half, Killorglin conceded two goals in quick concession, and found themselves chasing the game. Ethan Coffey and Gearoid Hassett threatened to equalise on several occassions, however the introduction of Dylan Moriarty payed dividends. When his pace allowed him the opportunity to break through the middle, a classy finish put Killorglin back in the game. Dylan Moriarty again struck shortly after to put us back in the lead. Good defending from Stephen O’Loughlin, Kaiya O’Flaherty and Killian Burke ensured we stayed in front, and Darragh McKeefry was immense, sweeping and covering all around him. Tireless work from Jack O’Leary, Jack O’Connor and Aaron Broderick in midfield gave Killorglin plenty of chances of their own. And a free kick from Jack O’Connor was glanced into their own net by Athletic after close attention from Gearoid Hassett – despite the Athletic keeper doing his best to keep it out.

Late in the game, a wonderful finish from Aaron Broderick gave Killorglin some breathing space, and despite a late concession, the game finished 5-3. A trip to Ennis for the second round beckons.

Team: Martin Fay, Stephen O’Loughlin, Kaiya O’Flaherty, Darragh McKeefry, Killian Burke, Jack O’Leary, Jack O’Connor, Aaron Broderick, Ethan Coffey, Dylan Francis, Gearoid Hassett. Subs: Dylan Moriarty, Niall Carey, Cian Naylor, Oisin Cronin