News

2007

 

U-13s Progress in National Cup thanks to Geeha keeper

On Saturday Mastergeeha played Connolly Celtic in Kilbrean in a scoreless 0-0 draw. After extra-time the game went to penalties. Mastergeeha have to thank keeper Donal Leader after saving three penalties. Geeha won 3-0 on penalties. Mastergeeha now travel to Charleville in the the next round.

 

U-15s secure a point

Also on Saturday our U-15 played Park. So far it as been a dissappointing start but a point will definitely encourage the team to go up the table. A Tadgh Ryan got the opening goal. A equalier was scored by Park.

 

U-12s away to Charleville in National Cup

Next Saturday at 2pm in Charleville. Winner at home will face Killarney Celtic or Templemore         

    

U-14s away to Kingdom Boys B in National Cup

Next Saturday at 11.45am in Tralee. Winner at home will face Avenue Utd v Kingdom Boys

 

U-14 Girls play Killarney Celtic

10.30 in Killarney Celtic

 

Seniors play Spa Road in crunch clash

In Divison 1A of the KDL Mastergeeha face Spa Road at 2.30 in Kilbrean. With losing by one goal in Tralee a home clash may inspire Mastergeeha to victory. Now 4th in the table ground needs to be gained to have any hope of promotion.

 

U10s, U9s, U8s, U7s Blitz a success

On a cold a wet Sunday the 18th of November. With teams coming from all over the county as far as Camp, Killorglin and many more. On the day teams that entered donated money to telethon and a fun day was enjoyed by all. We would like to thank everyone that helped out on the day. Pictures will be uploaded shortly

 

       

Review Of Season So Far

U-12's The Mastergeeha U-12's have had a strong start of season winning four out of five games only losing to St. Brendans Park 4-2. Starting with a 7-2 victory over Clanmaurice and 5-1 victory over Inter Kenmare in the League with good results and with a big squad and in contention in all competition our Under 12's look for success in all areas.	U-14's Our Under 14's are into the next round of the National Cup thanks to four goals from Padraig Nagle and the other from Gary O'Leary. Playing Kingdom Boy's B in the next round of the National Cup. Also with a 5-2 victory over Inter Kenmare the Under 14's are also still in contention for all competitions.
U-13's Impressive 3-0 victory over Fenit and an 13-1 victory over Ballyhar and second in the First Divison and with a the team getting a bye in the National Cup to the next round our Under 13's are going from strength to strength.	U-15's A disappointing start to the season, playing a strong Listowel Celtic side twice both in the National Cup and League, hopes are of a good result verus Clanmaurice at the weekend
Girls With our U-14's Girls playing some excellent football but been deprived by goalkeepers and after scoring two goals last Saturday it looks alot more promising for the team. Our U-16's in the other hand had a trilling 3-3 game verus Ballyhar.	Seniors Our Seniors have had a mixed start to the season. Good results such as Ballybunion and Tralee Dynamos B have the highlights so far.

 

AGM
The Annual General Meeting held on Thursday 26th July reviewed events of the past season, financial reports and presented plans for the future of the club. The achievements and significant events of the past season were reviewed and praised by the chairman, secretary and all in attendance. A selection of highlights noted were as follows:
A selection of highlights noted were as follows- the U14 Girls team being crowned league champions. The U14 boys team reaching the last sixteen of the National Cup Competition the 13 boys team runners up in their league, selection of Mastergeeha underage players both boys and girls playing soccer with Kerry, the senior team in contention for promotion until the last game and the visit of the FAI to Kilbrean Park. The club would like to thank all involved in supporting the club for their efforts, work and generosity throughout the past year.
New Season Training - Seniors: Training for the new season will commence on Wednesday and Friday nights at 7.30pm in Kilbrean Park. Anyone interested in playing soccer for the club during the season ahead should attend and register over the next few weeks. All new players welcome.
Coaches and Volunteers: With the new season beginning in a few weeks time the contribution of volunteers is vital to the successful running of the club. If you are interested in coaching, volunteering or helping out with any of the teams, events or activities during the season ahead, please do not hesitate to contact any of the committee members. The input of all the volunteers is important to the development and success of Mastergeeha F.C.

 

Wednesday July 18 2007

FAI SOCCER SUMMER School held last week at Kilbrean Park was well attended by kids from surrounding communities. The camp comprised of lots of soccer drills and games and we hope a good time was had by all. One of the highlights of the week was the visit of the FAI delegates to see the facilities and watch the kids in action. The club appreciated greatly the visit and presentation of a shield to Mastergeeha FC by the FAI. Among the delegates were John Delaney FAI Chief Executive and Steve Staunton Irish Manager who made this an occasion to remember by signing autographs and standing for photographs.

Thursday April 26 2007

MASTERGEEHA F.C. U. 10 Girls.

Killarney Celtic 2 Mastergeeha 1.
Our under ten girls travelled down to Celtic Park to take on the locals in a friendly game last Sunday. Even though they were defeated by one goal they gave a tremendous performance especially in the second half. Playing against a strong breeze in the first half we were under constant pressure with Celtic on top in all sections of the field. Celtic scored twice in this half and were it not for some great defending by our defence we would have been futher in arrears at half time. Having made some changes to the team Mastergeeha came out a totally different team in the second half. It was Mastergeeha who were now in control and took the game to Celtic. 15 minutes in to the second half Mastergeeha pulled a goal back when Megan OíNeill took the ball forward from midfield and hit a tremendous shot which ended up in the back of the net. This goal lifted the whole team and they tried everything to get the equalizer but Celtic held out for the win. A fantastic team performance especially in the second half. Our goalkeeper Aibhin Dobbins played very soundly. The back four of Niamh Fitzgerald (Capt.) Joanne Healy, Christina Buckley and Shauna Looney defended very strongly. In midfield Lynn Brosnan, Sinead Nagle, Katie Egan, Megan OíNeill and Clara Brosnan played their hearts out and never stopped trying. Up front Rachel Carey and Siobhan Moynihan gave it everything and made life difficult for the Celtic defence. It was great to see so many parents coming to support the girls. A special word of thanks to Noreen O’Connor of Celtic for all her help in organising the game and we hope to have a return game in the next couple of weeks.

 

Thursday February 22 2007

MASTERGEEHA F.C. 2, CONFEY F.C. 0.

This fifth round National Cup match took place last Saturday at a sun-drenched Kilbrean Park in front of a large attendance. Mastergeeha supporters were not disappointed and were treated to an excellent game of football between two teams that displayed power and skill in abundance. The visitors, Confey F.C., are based in Leixlip, Co. Kildare and are highly ranked in the premier division of the U14 Dublin District school boy League. They fielded a number of players with international experience and must have been surprised at the manner in which the first half unfolded. Although there were no scores in this half, the Mastergeeha lads matched there highly rated opposition in every area of the pitch. Indeed, in the seventh minute following good work down the left wing by Jerh Sheehan, Mastergeehas striker Seamus Brosnan found himself with only the keeper to beat but shot narrowly wide. Another move in the 25th minute saw the ball moving quickly and skilfully through four Mastergeeha players from the left wing through the midfield then finding Ian Devane in the right corner whose shot hit the side netting.
Ten minutes into the second half mid fielder and man of the match, Chris O Leary, struck a pile dash driver from 40 yards leaving the Confey keeper rooted to his goal line as the ball whistled into the top right corner of the net. Mastergeeha were now playing confidently with the back four of Tadgh Ryan, Sean Daly, Joe O Donovan and TJ Moriarty dealing capably with anything Confey had to offer and providing plenty of cover for goalie Shane Murphy whose was also on top of his game and dealt competently with anything that managed to get through the defence. Mastergeeha had gained the upper hand in the midfield battle with the two O Learys, Garry and Chris, working effectively together and with Jerh Sheehan and Mike Hanifin raiding down both wings Mastergeeha kept the pressure on the oppositions defence. In the 55th minute striker Ian Devane hit a curling and dipping shot with his left foot from outside the penalty area and the Kilbrean Park crowd roared as the ball dipped under the cross bar and into the top left corner leaving the keeper once again with no chance. Mastergeeha used two substitutes bringing on Enda O Sullivan at half time and Padraig Nagle midway through the second half. While it is fair to say that the Mastergeeha lads had to play to the best of their ability to win, they can clearly progress further in this competition if they reproduce this level of performance. They are now through to the last sixteen of this national competition and will play Cherry Orchard in Dublin for a place in the quarter-finals.