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Shamrock Rovers Fixture Time Change
Our friendly against LOI Champions Shamrock Rovers has a new kick off time of 4:15pm on Saturday 15th January in the Fairgreen.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
2,11,23 and 28.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 10,000.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Padraig W Dineen, Promoter: Pat Keegan
Derek Whyte, Fairview Rangers AFC
John O'Connell, Promoter: Noel Whyte
BomBa, Fairview Rangers AFCLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 10100.00euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
LADIES RETURN FOR 2022
Please note our new Ladies Team are planning their first training session of the new year on Wednesday January 19th January from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm,(location tba)
If you are interested in becoming part of a new team please contact Sharon on WhatsApp 085 7857960 before the above date.
Please note only players who have registered interest can attend training as numbers are now limited.
Stay safe and a Happy New Year to all you.
CLUB BAR CELEBRATES 30th ANNIVERSARY.
On Friday January 3rd 1992,our clubs bar opened to the public for the first time,a momentous occasion following the re-opening of the Fairgreen in May 1991 after its lengthy redevelopment.The committee at that time enjoyed a ''dry run'' the previous evening ensuring that all was in readiness,purely in the interests of customer safety and comfort of course.
The committee that season of 1991/1992 was Noel Madden,Tom Kennedy,Pa Ryan,Eddie O'Connell,Eamon Heffernan,Tom O'Flynn,Sean Kiely,Pat Reidy,Tony Meehan,Mike O'Brien,Pat O'Dwyer,Seamus McCarthy,Brian Power and Sean Byrnes.
On the playing front it was Dermot Finnans first season as manager of our Premier team,ably assisted by Paul O'Halloran.The Munster Junior Cup was won for the third time and we also won the top division League title for the seventh time.
The provincial final success was earned courtesy of a 1-0 win over Tramore Celtic at Cooke Park in Tipperary town.Fergal O'Gradys wonder winner lives long in the memory.Chairman of the Munster Council Michael Hanley,a Foynes AFC man himself,presented the trophy to captain Gerry Duggan following a game that attracted in excess of a thousand patrons.
In January 1992 our premier side sat in seventh place in the league standings,subsequently the panel,small by modern standards,won 12 and drew two of their remaining 15 games.The club was awarded the points from another game,a scheduled one with Prospect at Caledonian Park on Easter Sunday 1992.On arrival it was discovered that the goalposts had moved,literally,into a nearby field.It remains the most amusing incident some of us experienced in our time.
The clubs ''C'' team annexed the Eamon Ray Cup during a campaign in which the team was managed by Robert Roe and Pat Aherne.Tony Caulfields goal against Holycross ''B'' was sufficent to achieve the victory.
In the underage grades we landed the U16 ''B'' Cup,the Michael O'Donnell U13 ''C'' League,the U12 ''B'' Cup,U11 ''B'' Cup and the U12 ''C'' League,capping a great year for our club.
The schoolboy committee was Robert Grimes,Mike O'Brien,Tom Constable,Mike Galvin,Dermot Walsh and Jim Sheahan.
Jimmy Sheehan was again capped at junior International level with Declan Considine earning four Schoolboy International caps during the season,not to be outdone our veterans won the over 40's tournament in the one and only time it was held at the Fairgreen,beating Shelbourne AFC on penalties in the decider.
The club was also honoured with hosting the Munster Youths Cup final in June,a game in which Shannon Town lost to St. Michaels Tipperary by five goals to three.A few weeks previously the U12 Norton Cup national final was staged in front of a massive crowd,Corbally United losing out by the odd goal in three to Home Farm.
OBITUARY
On behalf of everybody associated with our club,can I offer our heartfelt condolences to the Flynn family,Granville Park on the passing of Frank Flynn.
Frank was a great supporter and a great friend to Fairview Rangers for many many years.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
Our friendly against LOI Champions Shamrock Rovers has a new kick off time of 4:15pm on Saturday 15th January in the Fairgreen.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
2,11,23 and 28.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 10,000.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Padraig W Dineen, Promoter: Pat Keegan
Derek Whyte, Fairview Rangers AFC
John O'Connell, Promoter: Noel Whyte
BomBa, Fairview Rangers AFCLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 10100.00euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
LADIES RETURN FOR 2022
Please note our new Ladies Team are planning their first training session of the new year on Wednesday January 19th January from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm,(location tba)
If you are interested in becoming part of a new team please contact Sharon on WhatsApp 085 7857960 before the above date.
Please note only players who have registered interest can attend training as numbers are now limited.
Stay safe and a Happy New Year to all you.
CLUB BAR CELEBRATES 30th ANNIVERSARY.
On Friday January 3rd 1992,our clubs bar opened to the public for the first time,a momentous occasion following the re-opening of the Fairgreen in May 1991 after its lengthy redevelopment.The committee at that time enjoyed a ''dry run'' the previous evening ensuring that all was in readiness,purely in the interests of customer safety and comfort of course.
The committee that season of 1991/1992 was Noel Madden,Tom Kennedy,Pa Ryan,Eddie O'Connell,Eamon Heffernan,Tom O'Flynn,Sean Kiely,Pat Reidy,Tony Meehan,Mike O'Brien,Pat O'Dwyer,Seamus McCarthy,Brian Power and Sean Byrnes.
On the playing front it was Dermot Finnans first season as manager of our Premier team,ably assisted by Paul O'Halloran.The Munster Junior Cup was won for the third time and we also won the top division League title for the seventh time.
The provincial final success was earned courtesy of a 1-0 win over Tramore Celtic at Cooke Park in Tipperary town.Fergal O'Gradys wonder winner lives long in the memory.Chairman of the Munster Council Michael Hanley,a Foynes AFC man himself,presented the trophy to captain Gerry Duggan following a game that attracted in excess of a thousand patrons.
In January 1992 our premier side sat in seventh place in the league standings,subsequently the panel,small by modern standards,won 12 and drew two of their remaining 15 games.The club was awarded the points from another game,a scheduled one with Prospect at Caledonian Park on Easter Sunday 1992.On arrival it was discovered that the goalposts had moved,literally,into a nearby field.It remains the most amusing incident some of us experienced in our time.
The clubs ''C'' team annexed the Eamon Ray Cup during a campaign in which the team was managed by Robert Roe and Pat Aherne.Tony Caulfields goal against Holycross ''B'' was sufficent to achieve the victory.
In the underage grades we landed the U16 ''B'' Cup,the Michael O'Donnell U13 ''C'' League,the U12 ''B'' Cup,U11 ''B'' Cup and the U12 ''C'' League,capping a great year for our club.
The schoolboy committee was Robert Grimes,Mike O'Brien,Tom Constable,Mike Galvin,Dermot Walsh and Jim Sheahan.
Jimmy Sheehan was again capped at junior International level with Declan Considine earning four Schoolboy International caps during the season,not to be outdone our veterans won the over 40's tournament in the one and only time it was held at the Fairgreen,beating Shelbourne AFC on penalties in the decider.
The club was also honoured with hosting the Munster Youths Cup final in June,a game in which Shannon Town lost to St. Michaels Tipperary by five goals to three.A few weeks previously the U12 Norton Cup national final was staged in front of a massive crowd,Corbally United losing out by the odd goal in three to Home Farm.
OBITUARY
On behalf of everybody associated with our club,can I offer our heartfelt condolences to the Flynn family,Granville Park on the passing of Frank Flynn.
Frank was a great supporter and a great friend to Fairview Rangers for many many years.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 23, 2021/2022
NEWSLETTER CELEBRATES FIVE YEARS
First issued on December 16th 2016 the club have dispatched almost 200 editions to our members through email and our social media portals.The efforts of our PRO John Carey are at the heart of our weekly offering.Johns match reports are constructed around the information supplied by our dedicated management and coaching team who keep John abreast of their games in a timely fashion.
We salute equally all the team managers past and present who have diligently supported the NEWSLETTER,indeed everybody who has buttressed our flow of club affairs to our members,supporters and patrons.
I hope everybody will continue to enjoy the dissemination of club information for many years to come.
If nothing else we have written five years of our clubs history between us and what a five years it has been,again,historic in every way.
NATIONAL CHAMPIONS AT THE FAIRGREEN
Fairview Rangers v Shamrock Rovers
Tickets available from any committee member,a number will also be available from the bar staff in the Fairgreen,e10.00 adults,e5.00 children {U12}.
PLAYER RECOGNITION
Irish Amateur squad vs Irish Colleges and Universities panel game took place on Wednesday evening last in Dublin,our duo of Conor Coughlan and Steven Bradley faced off in Dublin. Steven lined out for the Irish Amateur side under the tutelage of long-time manager Gerry Davis while Coughlan will was on the opposite side.Both participated in the game won by Irish colleges and universities.
OBITUARY:
On behalf of everybody associated with our club,can I offer our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of recently deceased Fairgreen resident Sean O'Flaherty.Sean was so well known to many within our ranks,very popular and a thorough gentleman.
Sean had served on our clubs committee in past times.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
1,7,10 and 26.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 9700.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Chloe Wallace, Promoter: Niall Lee
John Tobin, Promoter: Noel Whyte
Holly Kennedy, Promoter: Pat Keegan
Kerry Kavanagh,Promoter: Niall LeeLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 9800.00 euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
NO JOY FOR LOCALS IN GAYNOR CUP DECIDER
Limerick Desmonds lost this prestigious final by three goals to nil,three down at the interval,two of the scores being of the soft variety.Limerick responded well in the second period,hit the crossbar but sadly made no impression on the scoreboard.
Mya Moloney and Chloe Wallace again did our club proud at UL in front a decent crowd with our club well represented as the Limerick Desmond side faced Metropolitan Girls League South{Dublin}.
Pictured (below) at the big match,from left,Jenna Slattery,Mya Moloney,Chloe Wallace and Jodie Griffin.Jenna and Jodie are former players with our club,now in national league football and were delighted to add their support to the large number of Fairview Rangers supporters in attendance.
CHLOE SELECTED FOR TRIAL
Chloe Wallace has been called up to trials for the Irish U15 team on December 18th,the best of luck to a very talented player and a great ambassador for her family,friends and our club.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION
Saturday December 11th
Munster Junior Cup
Fairview Rangers ''A'' 1 Ballynanty Rovers ''A'' 0
As expected this was a close coupling with no quarter asked and none given as one may expect against the north city outfit.The visitors began somewhat better territorially,while our charges gradually began to dominate as the opening half wore on.Almost thirty minutes had elapsed before the first chance of any note occurred,Jeffrey Judge glanced a headed effort just wide from a James Fitzgerald cross.
Judge again almost gave us the lead by reacting quickest to an error in the blues' defence,only for the ball to be cleared to safety.Ballynanty won numerous fruitless corners in the opening half,but never threatened a score,mainly due to some fine defending on our part.Shane Duggan had the last chance of the opening period,cutting in from the right and curling an effort that sailed just wide of the far post.
Honours even at half time.
The opening ten to fifteen minutes following the restart were bereft of clear cut chances,however that changed with the introduction of AJ Moloney up front.He almost gave us the lead soon after he entered the fray by lobbing the outrushing keeper from thirty yards,his goalbound effort was cleared away by a defender.The youngsters direct and pacy approach was now causing all sorts of problems to the Balla' backline,with fifteen minutes left on the clock he gave us the lead.
A deep cross fell to him,his first time volleyed effort was blocked but like a flash he met the ball perfectly from the rebound to drill the ball home from just inside the area,sending the home support wild with delight.
Ballynanty tried their best to level the tie,taking a more direct route to goal,but on each and every occasion both AJ O’Connor and Mark Slattery won every aerial contest that came their way as we ran out deserved winners when Robbie Broe called time on the game.Not the most attractive game this season but a nailbiting one all the same,the win allows our squad progress to the last 16 of the competition.
A good performance overall with AJ O’Connor and Mark Slattery outstanding at the heart of defence while Jeffrey Judge and Shane Duggan shone in midfield,the MOTM award goes to AJ Moloney for his performance on entering the fray.
Its shows that a strong panel is not only desirable but essential to compete at this level on a consistent basis,outside of the match winner other introductions fitted in seamlessly to the side on the night.
We lined out:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor{captain},Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge,Steven Bradley,Mike O'Gorman,James Fitzgerald
and Conor Coughlan.
Reserves:
John Mullane,Scott Kirwan,Russell Quirke,AJ Moloney,Mike Costello,Eoin Duff,Jason Cross,Paul Danaher and Conor Keane.
Sunday December 12th
Premier ''A'' League
Fairview Rangers 1 Corbally United 3
A day best forgotten,nothing went right for us throughout the tie,of course games like this one occur during the course of the season and we'll take it on the chin and drive on.Despite the loss we are still top of the table,albeit jointly going into the Christmas break.
Corbally took the lead in this clash but we fought back to equalise through Zac Sheehan.Corbally hit a purple patch in the final ten minutes of the opening half to earn a 1-3 lead at the break.Despite our best efforts the visitors defended well in the second period and ran out deserved winners in the end.
I’m sure the entire panel will quickly put this defeat behind them and get back to winning ways in the New Year.
Youth League,division one
Fairview Rangers 7 Shelbourne FC 2
We won this game with something to spare over a gallant northside outfit who battled until the final whistle.Marcus Hogan gave our side an early lead from a well struck free kick,this was cancelled out shortly afterwards as Shels' netted.Matt TePou restored our lead with a fine individual effort and the same player grabbed his second and gave us a 3-1 lead at the break.
Playing against a strong breeze in the second half Shelbourne scored with a fine effort to make it 3-2.Indeed only for some goalkeeping heroics from our keeper Jonathan Mullany the visitors could well have levelled the tie on a couple of occasions.
We took control of the game thereafter,Jamie Hannon netted on two occasions to display a commanding 5-2 lead in our favour.We kept pushing forward and scored another brace late on through Adam Keating and Colm Lenihan.
A mention of some of our U17 players who were drafted in for this tie,a total of nine of them getting game time during the course of the game.
Team:
Jonathan Mullany,Jack Flanagan,Adam Keating,Colm Lenihan,Fintan O'Kelly,Sean Whelan,Markus Hogan{captain},Sean Magill,Matthew TePou,Josh McCarthy and Mark Ward.
Substitutes:
Jamie Hannon and Conor Browne.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS
All of our scheduled games were postponed due to the recent poor weather,the underage fixtures will resume on Saturday January 8th 2022.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 22, 2021/2022
NATIONAL CHAMPIONS AT THE FAIRGREEN
To celebrate the installation of our floodlights and the official ''switching on'' ceremony Fairview Rangers will play Shamrock Rovers on Saturday January 15th next at 5.30 pm at the Fairgreen.
Tickets e10.00 adults and e5.00 for children aged under 12.
You can purchase your tickets{s} from any of our committee.
FRIDAY NIGHT FIXTURE
Friday December 10th
U12 League,division one,6.30 pm at the Fairgreen
Fairview Rangers v Newport Town
GAYNOR CUP
Well done to Mya Moloney,pictured on the right and Chloe Wallace on winning their semi final game in the Gaynor Cup against Metropolitan Girls League North{Dublin} with Limerick Desmonds on Saturday last,both playing a huge part in the success.
Mya enjoyed a great game mopping up everything in defence,Chloe was dominant in the midfield sector and set up two goals in the 4-2 victory.
Photograph displayed below with kind permission of the respective families.The final is on next weekend,no venue selected yet.The local sides opposition will be provided by Metropolitan Girls League South{Dublin}.
Well done to both.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
3,4,6 and 17.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 9600.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Irene Flanagan, Fairview Rangers AFC
Gary Hannon, Promoter: Niall Lee
Helen Byrne, Promoter: Rita Garrard
John Fahy, Promoter: Niall LeeLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 9700.00 euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
BINGO
Our world renowned ''Ocho'' bingo continues every Thursday evening at 9.15 pm sharp.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION
Saturday December 4th
Youth Inter League
Limerick DL 1 Cork DL 2
Our own Cian Specht played the full game up front,Leon Kirrane played about 75 minutes.Markus Hogan was also on the panel.
Sunday December 5th
Premier League
Fairview Rangers 0 Pike Rovers 0
A much anticipated meeting of our Premier side against local rivals and fellow title challengers in the Green',on a beautiful winter Sunday afternoon.The visitors began the game the better of the two sides and had a good opportunity to take an early lead but were denied by some fine defending.
We grew into the game thereafter with Conor Coughlan unlucky not to find the target,letting fly from the edge of the area.A succession of corners produced little chances of note,until a spectacular overhead kick by Shane Duggan from one such corner kick struck the woodwork with the opposition netminder beaten.Soon afterwards Shane effected a sublime touch by hooking the ball over a defender,the final strike whizzed inches over the crossbar.
Honours even at the break.We continued to dominate in the second period and a surging run by Jeffrey Judge witnessed his effort cause a flutter in the hoops defence.Soon,a Martin Deady free was only partially cleared to Conor Coughlan who shot goalwards.The Pike keeper' could only parry his effort and the ball fell to Mark Slattery who was unlucky not to give us a deserved lead.
Some chances for both sides after that but neither team could find the net.
Best on the day for our squad were Martin Deady,AJ O’Connor,Mark Slattery,Jeffrey Judge and the outstanding player of the day Shane Duggan.
A word too for the officials who enjoyed fine outings,Donal Power displayed all his expertise in allowing the game flow as much as possible,also taking into the consideration that this was a derby tie which brings a physicality that might not be present in other games.
I think the visitors will be the happier of the two sides as Jason Purcell’s side shaded possession and definitely created far clearer cut chances than our opponents in front of a 500 plus crowd.
Next up for the Premier team is yet another stand out fixture,we face Ballynanty Rovers at the Fairgreen on Saturday evening next in the Provincial Cup,kick off is at 7.00 pm.
Team:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,AJ O,Connor{captain},Steven Bradley,Jeffrey Judge,Mike O'Gorman,Shane Duggan,Ross Mann and Conor Coughlan.
Substitutes:
John Mullane,James Fitzgerald,AJ Moloney,Mike Costello,Scott Kirwan
Eoin Duff,Conor Keane and David Hannan.
U17 League, division one
Regional United 3 Fairview Rangers 5
We got off to the best possible start,Raphael Junior dispossessed the keeper before poking home to give us an early lead.The game had just restarted and Raphael Junior turned provider,finding Aijay Vijandran in space and he finished in style to make it 0-2.
The home netminder had to leave the field through injury at this juncture,his replacement was in inspired form denying us on several occasions from increasing our lead.However he could do little about our third,Raphael Junior bagged his second of the day and the talented forward made it 0-4 on the half hour mark,thereby grabbing his hat trick in the process.
The home side battled away and scored an excellent goal to make it 1-4.Just before half time Mark Ward threaded a sublime pass through to Callum Murphy to finish well leaving us 1-5 up at the break.Time after time we were denied by the stand in keeper',the Dooradoyle side grew more into the tie as the second half progressed and netted twice.
We never panicked and emerged from the tie with all three points to cement our place at the top of the table.A very solid all round showing with Josh McCarthy,Fintan O’Kelly to the fore,Raphael Junior was easily the best player on the field of play.
We started as follows:
Conor Browne,Jack Flanagan,Adam Keating,Fintan O'Kelly{captain},Cameron O'Grady,Emmet Hehir,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Raphael Junior and Aijay Vijandran.
Replacements:
Johnathan Mullaney,Robbie Rooney,Chulainn Williams,Pauric Murphy,Colm Lenihan,Jake Griffin,Jamie Hannon and Matt TePou.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS
Saturday December 4th
U13 League, division three
Corbally United 1 Fairview Rangers 3
Only one schoolboy/girl game down for decision.We found it difficult to cope with the conditions inside the opening ten minutes or so but eventually got going and were unlucky not to take the lead on fifteen minutes,Jamie McNamara was denied by a fine save from the home side’s custodian.
Alex Higgins looked to have given us the lead,but play was waved on when the ball appeared to have crossed the line before being cleared to safety.We were not to be denied however and a Louie Sheedy free kick from all of thirty yards flew into the net to give us a deserved lead.Within minutes Jamie McNamara found himself in a similar situation and he made no mistake to double our tally.
Credit to the Athlunkard based outfit who reduced the arrears early in the second half.With fifteen minutes left on the clock Jamie McNamara was again one on one with the keeper and the talented youngster found the net for the second time in the game to make it 1-3.Corbally threw everything at us for the final ten minutes or so,but we were rock solid in defence and we saw out the remaining time in a cool and controlled fashion.
Best on the day for us were Aaron Kennedy,Sean Fitzgerald,our two goal hero Jamie McNamara and a MOTM performance from Evan Rice who was immense all through the game.
Starting team:
Jack Kiely,Ben McInerney,Alexandra Sheehy,Evan Rice{vive captain},Sean Fitzgerald,Aaron Kennedy,Louie Sheedy{captain},Maks Rozewski,Briaìn Young,Alex Higgins and Jamie Mc Namara.
Reserves:
AJ Sheehan,Robbie Cantillon Mann,Daniel O'Sullivan and Liam Kiely.
U9 Green group
Shelbourne FC v Fairview RangersPanel:
Rian McMahon,Bobby Griffin,Shane Dillon,Jayden Prendergast,Jamie O'Callaghan,Jack Daly and Cameron Donnan.
OBITUARY
Our condolences to the extended Folan and Lipper families on the recent demise of Barry Folan,Wellfield,Garryowen.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
NEWS UPDATE
We are delighted to announce that League of Ireland Champions Shamrock Rovers F.C.
will come to the Fairgreen early next year to officially open the new grounds.
Fairview Rangers FC v Shamrock Rovers FC
Saturday 15th January 2022
Kick off 5:30pm
The game is to launch the official turning on of the clubs new floodlights.
Tickets on sale from next week.
Adults €10,
Children (Under 12s) €5.
We are delighted to announce that League of Ireland Champions Shamrock Rovers F.C.
will come to the Fairgreen early next year to officially open the new grounds.
Fairview Rangers FC v Shamrock Rovers FC
Saturday 15th January 2022
Kick off 5:30pm
The game is to launch the official turning on of the clubs new floodlights.
Tickets on sale from next week.
Adults €10,
Children (Under 12s) €5.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 21,2021/2022
A terrific response to our LAST PERSON STANDING competition,a big thank you to all entrants.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
This weeks results will appear on the clubs facebook and twitter pages.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION
Wednesday November 24th
FAI Inter League Youth Trophy
Limerick DL 3 Clare DL 3
Our own Cian Specht netted twice for the home side,Leon Kirrane and Marcus Hogan were also included from the start.
The Cork DL are the third side in the group,they previosly beat the Clare DL by six goals to nil.
Friday November 26th
Premier ''A'' League
Fairview Rangers 4 Athlunkard Villa 1
The opening half was even steven until we developed a lead late on through AJ Moloney.Leon Kirrane made it 2-0 courtesy of an excellent curling effort.Villa battled their way into the game after that strike and had made it 2-1 entering the final quarter.
End to end stuff thereafter,with less than ten minutes remaining Zac Sheehan made it 3-1,finishing adroitly after a neat build up.With time almost up Ben O’Shaughnessy sealed the 4-1 victory.This success maintains our position at the summit of the table with one game remaining in the first round of fixtures.
We took to the field as follows:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Josh Shinnors,Leon Kirrane,Zak Sheehan,Conor McCormack,Ben O'Shaughnessy,Conor Keane,AJ Moloney and Cian Fitzgerald.
Substitutes:
Evans Ezekannagha,Shane O'Brien,Scott Quaide and Stanley Ezekannagha.
Saturday November 27th
FAI Junior Cup
Carrigaline United{Cork} 2 Fairview Rangers 4 aet.
Our panel had to pull out all the stops to stay in this competition.The Cork side led twice,but on both occasions,we battled our way back into the tie.Conor Coughlan was again superb and he marked the game with a memorable hat-trick.In the opening forty five minutes we were on top but up against a very organised home defence.AJ Moloney was just over with two good chances,also hitting the post with the games best effort to date,during the opening sequence of play.
The second half was a much livelier affair,we continued to press,but Carrigaline struck on the break.However,we did'nt panic and were back on level terms shortly after,Aaron Savage picked out Coughlan who lobbed ‘keeper Jason McDonnell.The game reverted to our continued dominance but we were caught out again,the home side scored with just seven minutes remaining.
Our response was cool and calculated,AJ O’Connor flicked on and Conor Coughlan lashed to the net to scenes of wild delight from the travelling Fairview Rangers fans.Extra time followed and we took charge of the tie.We took the lead for the first time,James Fitzgerald’s corner kick ended up in the net with the help of a deflection.The icing on the cake was Conor Coughlan completing his hat-trick,rounding the keeper to tuck the ball home..A deserved victory in the end,drawing on all our qualities of skill and perseverance.
Team:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor{captain},Steven Bradley,Jeffrey Judge,Mike O'Gorman,AJ Moloney,Conor Coughlan and Ross Mann.
In support:
Shane Duggan,John Mullane,Scott Kirwan,James Fitzgerald,Dylan O'Sullivan,Russell Quirke,Eoin Duff,Jason Cross and Conor Keane.
U17 Division one
Fairview Rangers 4 Aisling Annacotty 1
Our U17’s produced their best performance of the campaign to date,beating a crack visiting side to go three points clear at the top of the table.Our passing and ball retention had the opposition under pressure from the off and a slick move ended with Jamie Hannon applying the finishing touch to give us a deserved lead on ten minutes.We continued to press,and Matthew TePou made it 2-0 not long after.
The opposition netminder denied us on several occasions from increasing our lead but could do little about Matt TePou’s second of the game,giving us a commanding 3-0 lead to take into the second period.Aisling enjoyed a period of dominance at the start of the second half, but our defence held firm,and we made sure of victory when a great through ball from Mark Ward released Raphael Junior who finished impeccably to make it 4-0.
Again,Aisling fought back and were rewarded with a goal from a corner kick.We saw out the remainder of the game in a calm and controlled fashion to claim a well merited three points.
Best for us on the night were Colm Lenihan, Mark Ward,Josh McCarthy,Raphael Junior and a MOTM performance from Matthew TePou.
Starting eleven:
Johnathan Mullaney,Jack Flanagan,Adam Keating,Fintan O'Kelly{captain},Cameron O'Grady,Colm Lenihan,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Matt TePou and Jamie Hannon.
Reserves:
Shane O'Gorman,Calum Murphy,Aijay Vijandran,Emmet Hehir,Chulainn Williams,Blake Campbell,Raphael Junior,Jake Griffin and Conor Browne.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS
Saturday November 27th
U12 League,division one
Bridge Celtic 0 Fairview Rangers 2
The game itself was in the melting pot right up until the final ten minutes with neither side able to break down their opposition.Two quality strikes in those final minutes from Mohammed Gabyew and Leah Hannon settled the issue for Gerry Cantillon’s charges and leaves them undefeated for the season thus far.
A fine all-round performance,Jack Kiely in particular showing his worth in goal on more than one occasion,denying the opposition with some tremendous saves.AJ Sheehan was also to the fore,producing one of his best performances while in midfield Aaron Cowhey was superb and he was well supported by fine outings from Robbie Cantillon Mann and Daniel O’Sullivan.
Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy and Leah Hannon were equally impressive,their first touch control showing that their efforts on the training field are paying dividends.Up front Ben Fitzgerald and Alex Higgins kept the home defence on their toes all the way through with Liam Kiely and Cathal Duggan giving their usual all action displays,Mohammed Gabyew was outstanding yet again.
Our team:
Jack Kiely,Alexandra Sheehy,Mya Moloney,Sean Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Daniel O'Sullivan,Robbie Cantillon Mann,Alex Higgins and Liam Kiely.
Replacements:
Reuben Hudson,Leah Hannon,Ben Fitzgerald,Cathal Duggan{captain,rotating},Alex Egan,Mohamed Gabyew and Aaron Cowhey.
U12 League,division three
Regional United 1 Fairview Rangers 6
Not to be outdone our 12 ''B'' squad,also on the road emerged with a stunning win over a determined Dooradoyle side.We started brightly,Dion Hannon,Alex Halvey and AJ Czuba all went close to scoring in the opening ten minutes.Our pressure finally paid off,Dion Hannon scored and the talented player grabbed his second of the game some five minutes later to make it 0-2.
The same player could well have netted four goals in that time frame as the woodwork denied him on two occasions in between his two successful strikes.AJ Czuba made it 0-3 with a clinical finish.Regional to their credit, battled away and were rewarded with a well taken goal of their own to make it 1-3 at half time.
The second half witnessed Harry Hannon,Craig Sheehan and AJ Czuba causing all sorts of problems for the home defence while our rearguard of Mikey Costello between the sticks,Alex Meehan,Darragh Keating and Nathan Neylon were rock solid all through.
Dion Hannon completed his hat-trick making the scoreline 1-4 and the same player found the net twice more towards the end of the tie,taking his tally to five goals for the talented youngster by games end.
All concerned played well but it comes as no surprise that Dion Hannon grabbed the MOTM award considering his incredible goal haul.
Starting nine:
Mikey Costello,Darragh Keating,Nathan Neylon,Alex Meehan,AJ Czuba,Dylan Barry,Craig Sheehan,Dion Hannon and Alex Halvey{captain).
Bench:
Jack Kennedy and Harry Hannon.
U8 Blue Group
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Oscar Heffernan,Daire O'Connor,Ben Hannon,Aaron Wallace,Joey Benson,Joey Carty,Joe O'Driscoll,Faye Byrnes O'Dowd,Kyle Duggan,Fabien Brzuszek,Luke O'Driscoll,Cameron Donnan,Robert Fitzgerald and Tristan Quinlivan,Bobby Griffin,Fabien Fitzgerald,Connie Holmes,Daniel Cross,Corey dempsey,Scott Waters,Clayton Freeman and Joe Canty.
U10 Red Group
Fairview Rangers v Caherdavin Celtic
Panel:
Charlie Heffernan,Aaron Czuba,Ciaran Downey,Ruby McnNamara,Warren O'Callaghan,Jamie Collins,Kyle Kirwin,Scott Sheehan,Logan Higgins and Ryan O'Dwyer.
U10 Green Group
Fairview Rangers v Corbally United
Panel:
Rian McMahon,Cillian Clohessy,Sadiq Sharif,Dylan Ryan,Liam Canty,James Fitzgerald,Darragh O'Sullivan,Cillian O'Dwyer,Warren Goodwin,Charlie Guerin,Rian Mullins,Alex McInerney,Sean Kett and Luke Kelly.
''B'' TEAM STARTING ELEVEN.
Back Row:
Ben O'Shaughnessy,Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Conor McCormack and Scott Kirwan{captain}.
Front Row:
Zak Sheehan,AJ Moloney,Conor Keane,Josh Shinnors,Cian Fitzgerald and Leon Kirrane.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 20,2021/2022
SUPPORTERS COACH TRANSPORT TO CORK ON SATURDAY
We face Carrigaline AFC in the FAI Junior Cup in Carrigaline at 5.30 pm on Saturday next.
A coach will depart the Fairgreen at 1.30 pm sharp.
Fare e20.00 adults e10.00 children.If you wish to reserve seat{s} please ask any of our clubs committee.
U9 AND U11 GIRLS FOOTBALL
Under the floodlights every Friday evening the newest all girls teams in Fairview Rangers meet for their training session.
The girls are going from strength to strength with every session,learning new skills and enjoying being part of a team and making new friends along the way.We have fantastic facilities provided to us to ensure every slot is safe,productive and enjoyable.
New players are most welcome to join our teams.
Contact WhatsApp 0857857960 for more details.
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PREMIER ''A'' DIVISION CUP DRAW
Round One:
Corbally United v Hill Celtic FC
Moyross United v Aisling Annacotty ''B''
Carew Park FC v Cappamore AFC
Quarter Finals:
Murroe AFC v Athlunkard Villa
Fairview Rangers ''B'' v Corbally United or Hill Celtic
Carew Park v CappamoreAFC v Newport Town
CharlevilleAFC v Moyross United or Aisling Annacotty ''B''.
PRO John Carey wishes to express his gratitude to all our management teams for the prompt supply of match reports so far this season.The cooperation has been excellent,John also requests that correspondents utilise players full names.
Thank you again,another good weekend for the club with a 100% record over the five competitive ties played.
LAST PERSON STANDING
We will kick off next weekend,please get your entries in before noon on Friday.
If you or any members of your family or circle of friends are interested,please email:
stewart.fitzgerald@ dell.com, [email protected] or [email protected] or ask any of our clubs committee.
One selection 10.00 euro or three selections for 20.00 euro.
Winner will receive 600.00 euro.
We appreciate your ongoing support for all our fund raising ventures.
Fixtures below for week one.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
2,9,11 and 18.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 9400.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Brian Greaney, Fairview Rangers AFC
Joan Prendergast, Promoter: Brian Greaney
Andrew Keogh, Promoter: Niall Lee
Betty McCallion, Promoter: Andy McCallion.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 9500.00 euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
BRILLIANT WEEKEND FOR CHLOE WALLACE
Huge congratulations to Chloe Wallace on her captaining the north Munster schools team to the interprovincial tournament win this weekend in Dublin,just the second time in twenty years this feat has achieved.
Chloe got player of the match in the opening game versus the favourites Leinster and repeated the feat in the tie with Connacht.Chloe starred in the other two games as well marshalling the defence in a mature manner to achieve two clean sheets against both Ulster and Connacht.
A super achievement for Chloe and the club and a proud weekend for her family and friends.
Results:
Munster 1 Leinster 1
Munster 3 Ulster 0
Munster 1 Connacht 0
(see pictures below)
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION
Saturday November 20th
Youth League,Division one
Fairview Rangers 6 Herberstown AFC
0
Eddie Whelan’s charges took control from the off,credit to the opposition who kept going right until the final whistle despite the scoreline.
Scorers:
Leon Kirrane,Cian Specht and Matthew TePou netted a brace apiece.
We took to the field as follows:
Jonathan Mullany,Colm Lenihan,Adam Keating,Scott Quaide,Fintan O'Kelly,Sean Whelan,Josh McCarthy,Markus Hogan,Leon Kirrane{captain},Cian Specht and Matthew Tepou.
Supporting the original selection:
Mark Ward,Jamie Hannon and Conor Browne.
Sunday November 21st
Premier League
Mungret Regional 0 Fairview Rangers 6
We took the lead inside the opening fifteen minutes when skipper AJ O’Connor scored with a glancing header from a corner kick.Mark Slattery made it 0-2,he controlled well before cutting outside a defender and planting the ball into the far corner of the net.That is four games on the trot that Mark has found the net.
It was 0-3 following a quick break from defence,Conor Coughlan was pulled to the ground inside the area resulting in a penalty that was expertly dispatched by Stephen Bradley.Conor Coughlan made it 0-4 with a fine finish just on half time,giving our panel a commanding lead going into the second period.
Whatever chance the home side had of staging a comeback was quickly extinguished on the resumption of play,Ross Mann skipped by two defenders prior to unleashing a bullet like effort that hit the back of the net before the home keeper had any time to react.Eoin Duff completed the scoring,getting a just reward for his endeavours after his second half introduction.
It was great to see Josh Considine make a return to the fray,the talented sportsman will be a fine addition to the panel in the games ahead.
Our starting lineup:
Aaron Savage,Scott Kirwan,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor{captain},Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge,Steven Bradley,Mike O'Gorman,Conor Coughlan and Ross Mann.
Supporting the initial selection:
John Mullane,Josh Considine,Eoin Duff,James Fitzgerald,Dylan O'Sullivan,Jason Cross,Conor Browne and Russell Quirke.
NB:
Our club scored two big wins in underage grades over the weekend.At all times during the course of these games the management of the relevent teams acted in the correct and sporting manner,offering the opposition the opportunity to end the games early on a number of occasions when the scoreline suggested that a comeback was impossible.
On each and every occasion the opposition turned down the repeated offers to terminate the play,choosing to play the entire games allotted time.Ill informed comment on social media is sadly attempting to reflect on those particular teams and our club in a bad light.
This uninformed commentary has absolutely no basis in truth whatsoever and we emphatically reject it.In addition,both teams and their managers and coaches made every conceivable effort to minimise the scoring,showing total respect to the oppostion at all times.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS
Saturday November 20th
U13 League,division one
Fairview Rangers 6 Carew Park 0
The pleasing thing for the management was that the goals on the day came from several areas and they now also sit atop their league table.
Team:
Cian Carroll,Ryan Connolly,Dara Maher,David Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwin{vice captain},Sean Dunphy{captain},Danny Fitpatrick,Jamie Fitzgerald,Rory Bulman,Dylan Kett and Dylan Mason.
Starting from the bench:
Nathan Kelly,Aidan McCaffrey,Thomas Hehir,Shane Byrne and Jamie Croke.
Scorers:
Jamie Fitzgerald,Sean Dunphy,Aidan McCaffrey,Dylan Mason,Thomas Hehir and Nathan Kelly.
U13 League,division three
Regional United 0 Fairview Rangers 5
We took the lead in the opening minute,Alex Higgins chased down the kick off,won possession and finished in style to the bottom corner of the net.Both Max Rozewski and Louie Sheedy were well on top in midfield at this stage and Max made it 0-2 on ten minutes with a powerful drive from twenty yards.
It was 0-3 little more than two minutes later,a corner caused all sorts of confusion in the Regional danger area and Jamie McNamara was quickest to react to the loose ball to guide it to the back of the net.We were awarded three free kicks in quick succession,each of which was well saved by the home custodian.
Mya Moloney,who was thwarted from getting on the scoresheet from one of those aforementioned free kicks finally got the goal that her performance deserved,letting fly from twenty five yards for a truly wonderful individual goal.Alex Higgins was also in the thick of things and just before the short whistle he teed up Aaron Kennedy on the edge of the square with Aaron netting from close range to leave it 0-5 at half time.
Credit to the home side who battled gamely all through and kept a clean sheet in the second half.Indeed,only for some timely interventions by our defence the Dooradoyle side could well have scored themselves on a couple of occasions.
A fine effort then by all concerned,with Alex Higgins rightfully getting the MOTM award for his all action display.This panel now sit on top of the table and with performances such as this they will be right in contention come seasons end.
Our team:
Jack Kiely,Ben McInerney,Evan Rice{vice captain},Mya Moloney,Sean Fitzgerald,Aaron Kennedy,Louie Sheedy{captain},Maks Rozewski,AJ Sheehan,Jamie McNamra and Alex Higgins.
Substitutes:
Alexandra Sheehy,Daniel O'Sullivan and Robbie Cantillon.
U15 League,division two
Fairview Rangers 7 Geraldines AFC 2
Our third underage fixture on Saturday gave the club the chance to make it a hat-trick of wins on the day and we duly did.We began well enough and a cleverly worked corner witnessed Jack McMahon score from an acute angle to give us the lead.Eamon Doyle almost made it 2-0 but his effort was well saved.Geraldines came more into the game and levelled the tie following a goalmouth scramble following a corner kick.
We dusted ourselves down and regained the lead within five minutes,Caleb McNamara fought tirelessly to gain possession and he finished in fine style to make it 2-1.Just on half time Eamon Doyle’s clever run sprung the off side trap,he rounded the keeper to tap into an empty net.
Early in the second half it was 4-1,Eamon Doyle burst through the defence before setting up Dave Lynch to finish from close range.Jack McMahon grabbed his second of the game by reacting quickest to score inside the six yard box.Again Geraldines fought back and made it 5-2 with a fine effort.
Josh Campbell finished off a fine flowing move to make it 6-2 and the same player scored the final goal of the game to make it 7-2 with another clinical finish.
Yet another fine showing by all concerned with Josh Campbell and MOTM Sean Madden excelling on the day.
This win puts them a solitary point behind league leaders Summerville Rovers with everything to play for in the remaining fixtures.
Our winning combination:
Sean O'Dwyer{captain},Darragh Whelan,Josh Wallace,Alex Koyce,Sean Madden,Jack McMahon,Eamon Doyle,Jamie Waters,Scott Griffin,David Lynch and Caleb McNamara.
Replacements:
Jack Costello,Rian Hartery,Josh Campbell,Chad Molloy,Sean Doyle and Alex Hartigan.
U7 Blue Group
Fairview Rangers v Aisling Annacotty
A great display from our squad whose skills are growing nicely,a most enjoyable outing for our youngest.
Panel:
Isobelle Duggan,Luke Harmon,Evan Harmon,Cillian Maher,Rian Gallagher,Harry Geraghty,Yahye Gazali and Harry Hannon.
U11 Red Group
Geraldines AFC v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Michael Costello,Daragh Keating,Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy,Mohammed Gabyow,Ben Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Harry Hannon,Jayden Waters,Dion Hannon,Leah Hannon,Harry Sheedy and Dylan Barry.
U11 Brown Group
Bridge Celtic v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Warren,Goodwin,Michael Graham,Danny Hannon,Charlie Heffernan,Jack Kennedy,Sean Kett,Sophie McGuiganCian Gavin,Liam Meehan,Diarmuid O’Brien,Leon O’Carroll,Fionn O’Driscoll,Oisin O’Connor,Scott Sheehan,Craig Sheehan,Theo Costello and Evan Waters.
RECENT OBITUARY
Our deepest condolences to the friends and family of the late Patrick(Paddy)Stundon of Lynwood Park,Ballysimon,Limerick and formerly of Kileely Limerick.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
AMBITIOUS PROGRAMME LAUNCHED
Our clubs ongoing development schedule is set to continue with five additional phases running over the next 18 months.
The gymnasium project is headed up by Chairman Derek Whyte, the target finish date is the end of January next year.
The shop/merchandise store offering upgrade will be spearheaded
by Andy McCallion, the finish date is slated for late March 2022.
Project number 3 will also be led out by Derek Whyte, this aspect is focussed on a permanent roof covering on the top end terracing with an end date of August 1st next year.
Jerry Flynn will head up the car park development programme which will terminate on June 1st 2022.
Brian Greaney and Jerry Flynn will take charge of the all weather resurfacing task with an option to upgrade to a full size playing area, the target completion date is July 1st 2023.
We are fully confident of adding all these facilities on time with the cooperation and support of our members, patrons and supporters.
Our officers and committee are to be heartily commended yet again for their vision, ambition and foresight in aiming to provide all of our players and members with state of the art facilities, complimenting their most recent body of work.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 19, 2021/2022
AMBITIOUS PROGRAMME LAUNCHED
Our clubs ongoing development schedule is set to continue with five additional phases running over the next 18 months.
The gymnasium project is headed up by Chairman Derek Whyte,the target finish date is the end of January next year.The shop/merchandise store offering upgrade will be spearheaded by Andy McCallion,the finish date is slated for late March 2022.
Project number 3 will also be led out by Derek Whyte,this aspect is focussed on a permanent roof covering on the top end terracing with an end date of August 1st next year.Jerry Flynn will head up the car park development programme which will terminate on June 1st 2022.
Brian Greaney and Jerry Flynn will take charge of the all weather resurfacing task with an option to upgrade to a full size playing area,the target completion date is July 1st 2023.
We are fully confident of adding all these facilities on time with the cooperation and support of our members,patrons and supporters.
Our officers and committee are to be heartily commended yet again for their vision,ambition and foresight in aiming to provide all of our players and members with state of the art facilities,complimenting their most recent body of work.
PROPOSED BUS TO CORK
In connection with our FAI Junior Cup game in Carrigaline on Saturday week next November 27th.
If you wish to reserve places please contact any of the clubs committee.
FUTSAL IS BACK
Attention U7,U8,U9 and U10 squad managers.LDSL are arranging games for the U7,U8 and U9 panels up until the Christmas break. From January they will be moving indoors to FUTSAL completions for U7,U8,U9 and U10.
These will be under the auspices of the FAI,and will be scheduled at times that suit coaches and parents.All relevant managers are encouraged to get involved and enter teams.
Teams are 5 a side and clubs can enter a number of teams at each grade.More details will be passed on when they are available.
''OCHO'' BINGO
Every Thursday at 9.15 pm sharp at the Fairgreen.
A really fun few hours,every body welcome.
Strict Covid 19 protocols will be observed.
LAST PERSON STANDING
We will kick off on the weekend of November 27th,please get your entries in.
If you or any members of your family or circle of friends are interested,please email:
stewart.fitzgerald@ dell.com, [email protected] or [email protected] or ask any of our clubs committee.
One selection 10.00 euro or three selections for 20.00 euro.
Winner will receive 600.00 euro.
We appreciate your ongoing support for all our fund raising ventures.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
5,14,19 and 22.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 9300.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Shane McGuane, Promoter: Stephen McGuane.
Brian Higgins, Cork city.
Ollie Hayes, Promoter: Niall Lee
Pa Riordan, Promoter: Niall LeeLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 9400.00 euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
JUNIOR AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION
Friday November 12th
Munster Junior Cup
Fairview Rangers ''A'' 9 Hyde Rangers ''A'' 3
Our opponents are having a fine season so far and consequently had to be treated with the respect accorded all opposition in knockout competition,despite that we won this one with something to spare.That being said the visitors fought for every ball and also found the net on three occasions,something that only Regional Uniteds premier side have managed to do against our ''A'' panel this season.
We lead 2-0 at the break and soon into the second half the game as a contest was over when we tacked on three more to Hyde’s one.It was goals galore after that with the game ending 9-3 in the end.
Good performances all round,with Conor Coughlan,Shane Duggan,Ross Mann and AJ Moloney to the fore.
Our scorers were Mark Slattery,James Fitzgerald,Conor Coughlan(2),AJ Moloney(2),Ross Mann,Eoin Duff,a cracking finish from skipper Jeffrey Judge.
We lined out:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,John Mullane,Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge(captain),Steven Bradley,Ross Mann,James Fitzgerald and Conor Coughlan.
Substitutes:
AJ Moloney,Eoin Duff,Jason Cross,Dylan O'Sullivan,Mike O Gorman,Russell Quirke and Scott Kirwan.
Sunday November 14th
FAI U17 Cup,last 32.
Parkvilla FC{Navan} 6 Fairview Rangers 5
The journey to the Claremont Stadium seemed to take it out of us somewhat and we were slow to get into our usual high tempo rhythm.Consequently, before we knew it we found ourselves 3-0 down inside the opening 30 minutes.We eventually found our feet and created a few chances,most notably when Matt TePou did everything right only to be denied by the post.
The game seemed to be up with the home side added a fourth but just on half time Josh McCarthy finished off an excellent move to throw us a lifeline going into the second period.Inside the opening ten minutes of the second period we reduced the deficit to 4-2,Matt TePou expertly volleyed home.
A long clearance from the home defence allowed our players to control the ball,but a blatant shove on our man in possession went unpunished,leading to the home side making it 5-2,when it clearly should have been blown for a free out.We took complete control after that,the recently introduced Jamie Hannon was causing havoc out wide as the tide really began to turn.
Matt Te Pou grabbed his second with a stunning overhead kick,now it was 5-3.It soon became 5-4,Josh McCarthy turned sharply and struck a beauty to bring the gap to a minimum.Matt TePou produced another stunning overhead kick to complete his hat trick and level the tie.
We bombarded the home side goal thereafter but it led a charmed life,on another day we could have racked up a couple of goals.A rare foray into our penalty area witnessed Parkvilla awarded what can at best be described as a dubious penalty to make it 6-5 much to the disbelief of all concerned.
In the last five minutes of the game we had the ball cleared off the line on three occasions and also rattled the upright,we just could not get the goal that would have deservedly brought the game to extra time.The best team lost on the day,of that there is no doubt.
Each and every player left everything on the field of play and they can hold their heads high despite the defeat.Matt TePou,Josh McCarthy and skipper Fintan O’Kelly were immense all day long.
Commiserations to all concerned,there is plenty to contend for this term,I am sure they will put this defeat behind them, and push on again in their next match.
Best of luck to Parkvilla for the remainder of the competition.
Starting eleven:
Johnathan Mullaney,Adam Keating,Jake Griffin,Fintan O'Kelly{captain},Cameron O'Grady,Emmet Hehir,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Calum Murphy,Matthew TePou and Aijay Vijandra.
Reserves:
Blake Campbell,Pauric Murphy,Chulainn Williams,Jamie Hannon and Conor Browne.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS
Saturday November 13th
SFAI U14 National Cup,second round
Fairview Rangers 0 Corbally United 5
It was one of those games in which absolutely nothing went right for our squad despite starting brightly and contesting all through.During the opening fifteen minutes we were on top with both Eamon Doyle and Josh Campbell causing the home defence numerous problems.We were awarded two free kicks in and around the area during that period,we were denied taking a deserved lead through Jack McMahon each time by some fine goalkeeping.
A momentary lapse of concentration left the home side in for the lead against the run of play,before we had time to regroup the Athlunkard based outfit doubled that lead from a corner kick,2-0 at half time.
We surged forward in the second period but lady luck had deserted us on all fronts and to make matters worse a rare Corbally attack ended in a deflected clearance sailing into our net to make it 3-0.We took chances at the back thereafter and the winners took full advantage and tacked on two more goals to leave them comfortable winners in the end.
Games like that happen every so often but I am sure this team will bounce back from the defeat.
Best of luck to Corbally for the remainder of the competition.
Our team:
Dion Begley,Darragh Whelan,Rian Hartery,Chloe Wallace,David Lynch{vice captain},Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy{captain},James Waters,Josh Campbell,Caleb McNamara and Eamon Doyle.
Replacements:
Josh Wallace,Dylan Kett,Conor Hannon,Alex Kirwan and Ben Kirwan.
U14 League,division three
Fairview Rangers 2 Bridge Celtic 1
Better news for our 14 ''B'' team who lowered the colours of a hitherto unbeaten Bridge Celtic side.The visitors took the lead on fifteen minutes with a good goal.It looked like we would go into the break a goal down but Ryan Phillips scored with an outstanding individual effort to tie up the match at the short whistle.
The second half was highlighted by both sides really go for it with chances created throughout.Right on the stroke of full time we were awarded a corner kick and a superb delivery from Thomas Hehir gave James Murphy the chance to rise highest to power a headed effort home much to the delight of all of our contingent.
A tremendous display by each and every one of the players but special mention for Thomas Hehir who was outstanding all through.This win puts us right back in the mix as we are only three points off the top now and are more than capable of maintaining that challenge for the remaining fixtures.
We lined as follows:
Martin Hourigan,Eric O'Brien{vice captain},Gavin McNamara{captain},James Murphy,David Fitzpatrick,David Fitzpatrick,Adam O'Connell,Thomas Hehir,Cillian Keane,Lee Hughes and Ryan Phillips.
Bench:
Jayden Waters,Bradley Llewllyn,TJ Power,Cohen O'Rahilly,Daniel Ozotmena,James McCarthy and Tadhg Kavanagh.
SFAI U16 National Cup,third round
Aisling Annacotty 2 Fairview Rangers 0
The home side took an early lead from a free kick but we responded well with Leon Campbell unlucky not to level after being blown up for a mighty close offside call.Into the second period of play we created numerous chances along the way but could not apply the finishing touch to get us back in the game.
We took tactical chances as a result,as you do late on in the tie,it was the home side though who struck with a breakaway effort to make it 2-0.
A good performance on the day despite the reversal.
Best of luck to Aisling Annacotty AFC in the ensuing round.
Team:
Jibril Sheehan{joint captain),Sean Madden,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams,Paraic Murphy,Jack Koyce,Tristan Murphy,Jack Nash{joint captain} and Leon Campbell.
In Support:
Sean O'Dwyer,Ryan O’Callaghan and Chad Molloy.
U12 League,division one
Bridge Celtic v Fairview Rangers,postponed,surface unplayable.
U10 Red Group
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Charlie Heffernan,Aaron Czuba,Ciaran Downey,Ruby McnNamara,Warren O'Callaghan,Jamie Collins,Kyle Kirwin,Scott Sheehan,Logan Higgins and Ryan O'Dwyer.
LIMERICK YOUTH TEAM 1971/72
Stephen McGuane has kindly forwarded the following details from almost 50 years ago.
A great success in Dublin in June 1972 by a local side.We had two on the bench that day,Denis Keehan and Christy Duggan.
The team was managed by Malachy Cosgrave and Paddy Cusack.
(Please see Facebook page for further details)
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 19, 2021/2022
AMBITIOUS PROGRAMME LAUNCHED
Our clubs ongoing development schedule is set to continue with five additional phases running over the next 18 months.
The gymnasium project is headed up by Chairman Derek Whyte,the target finish date is the end of January next year.The shop/merchandise store offering upgrade will be spearheaded by Andy McCallion,the finish date is slated for late March 2022.
Project number 3 will also be led out by Derek Whyte,this aspect is focussed on a permanent roof covering on the top end terracing with an end date of August 1st next year.Jerry Flynn will head up the car park development programme which will terminate on June 1st 2022.
Brian Greaney and Jerry Flynn will take charge of the all weather resurfacing task with an option to upgrade to a full size playing area,the target completion date is July 1st 2023.
We are fully confident of adding all these facilities on time with the cooperation and support of our members,patrons and supporters.
Our officers and committee are to be heartily commended yet again for their vision,ambition and foresight in aiming to provide all of our players and members with state of the art facilities,complimenting their most recent body of work.
PROPOSED BUS TO CORK
In connection with our FAI Junior Cup game in Carrigaline on Saturday week next November 27th.
If you wish to reserve places please contact any of the clubs committee.
FUTSAL IS BACK
Attention U7,U8,U9 and U10 squad managers.LDSL are arranging games for the U7,U8 and U9 panels up until the Christmas break. From January they will be moving indoors to FUTSAL completions for U7,U8,U9 and U10.
These will be under the auspices of the FAI,and will be scheduled at times that suit coaches and parents.All relevant managers are encouraged to get involved and enter teams.
Teams are 5 a side and clubs can enter a number of teams at each grade.More details will be passed on when they are available.
''OCHO'' BINGO
Every Thursday at 9.15 pm sharp at the Fairgreen.
A really fun few hours,every body welcome.
Strict Covid 19 protocols will be observed.
LAST PERSON STANDING
We will kick off on the weekend of November 27th,please get your entries in.
If you or any members of your family or circle of friends are interested,please email:
stewart.fitzgerald@ dell.com, [email protected] or [email protected] or ask any of our clubs committee.
One selection 10.00 euro or three selections for 20.00 euro.
Winner will receive 600.00 euro.
We appreciate your ongoing support for all our fund raising ventures.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
5,14,19 and 22.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 9300.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Shane McGuane, Promoter: Stephen McGuane.
Brian Higgins, Cork city.
Ollie Hayes, Promoter: Niall Lee
Pa Riordan, Promoter: Niall LeeLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 9400.00 euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
JUNIOR AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION
Friday November 12th
Munster Junior Cup
Fairview Rangers ''A'' 9 Hyde Rangers ''A'' 3
Our opponents are having a fine season so far and consequently had to be treated with the respect accorded all opposition in knockout competition,despite that we won this one with something to spare.That being said the visitors fought for every ball and also found the net on three occasions,something that only Regional Uniteds premier side have managed to do against our ''A'' panel this season.
We lead 2-0 at the break and soon into the second half the game as a contest was over when we tacked on three more to Hyde’s one.It was goals galore after that with the game ending 9-3 in the end.
Good performances all round,with Conor Coughlan,Shane Duggan,Ross Mann and AJ Moloney to the fore.
Our scorers were Mark Slattery,James Fitzgerald,Conor Coughlan(2),AJ Moloney(2),Ross Mann,Eoin Duff,a cracking finish from skipper Jeffrey Judge.
We lined out:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,John Mullane,Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge(captain),Steven Bradley,Ross Mann,James Fitzgerald and Conor Coughlan.
Substitutes:
AJ Moloney,Eoin Duff,Jason Cross,Dylan O'Sullivan,Mike O Gorman,Russell Quirke and Scott Kirwan.
Sunday November 14th
FAI U17 Cup,last 32.
Parkvilla FC{Navan} 6 Fairview Rangers 5
The journey to the Claremont Stadium seemed to take it out of us somewhat and we were slow to get into our usual high tempo rhythm.Consequently, before we knew it we found ourselves 3-0 down inside the opening 30 minutes.We eventually found our feet and created a few chances,most notably when Matt TePou did everything right only to be denied by the post.
The game seemed to be up with the home side added a fourth but just on half time Josh McCarthy finished off an excellent move to throw us a lifeline going into the second period.Inside the opening ten minutes of the second period we reduced the deficit to 4-2,Matt TePou expertly volleyed home.
A long clearance from the home defence allowed our players to control the ball,but a blatant shove on our man in possession went unpunished,leading to the home side making it 5-2,when it clearly should have been blown for a free out.We took complete control after that,the recently introduced Jamie Hannon was causing havoc out wide as the tide really began to turn.
Matt Te Pou grabbed his second with a stunning overhead kick,now it was 5-3.It soon became 5-4,Josh McCarthy turned sharply and struck a beauty to bring the gap to a minimum.Matt TePou produced another stunning overhead kick to complete his hat trick and level the tie.
We bombarded the home side goal thereafter but it led a charmed life,on another day we could have racked up a couple of goals.A rare foray into our penalty area witnessed Parkvilla awarded what can at best be described as a dubious penalty to make it 6-5 much to the disbelief of all concerned.
In the last five minutes of the game we had the ball cleared off the line on three occasions and also rattled the upright,we just could not get the goal that would have deservedly brought the game to extra time.The best team lost on the day,of that there is no doubt.
Each and every player left everything on the field of play and they can hold their heads high despite the defeat.Matt TePou,Josh McCarthy and skipper Fintan O’Kelly were immense all day long.
Commiserations to all concerned,there is plenty to contend for this term,I am sure they will put this defeat behind them, and push on again in their next match.
Best of luck to Parkvilla for the remainder of the competition.
Starting eleven:
Johnathan Mullaney,Adam Keating,Jake Griffin,Fintan O'Kelly{captain},Cameron O'Grady,Emmet Hehir,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Calum Murphy,Matthew TePou and Aijay Vijandra.
Reserves:
Blake Campbell,Pauric Murphy,Chulainn Williams,Jamie Hannon and Conor Browne.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS
Saturday November 13th
SFAI U14 National Cup,second round
Fairview Rangers 0 Corbally United 5
It was one of those games in which absolutely nothing went right for our squad despite starting brightly and contesting all through.During the opening fifteen minutes we were on top with both Eamon Doyle and Josh Campbell causing the home defence numerous problems.We were awarded two free kicks in and around the area during that period,we were denied taking a deserved lead through Jack McMahon each time by some fine goalkeeping.
A momentary lapse of concentration left the home side in for the lead against the run of play,before we had time to regroup the Athlunkard based outfit doubled that lead from a corner kick,2-0 at half time.
We surged forward in the second period but lady luck had deserted us on all fronts and to make matters worse a rare Corbally attack ended in a deflected clearance sailing into our net to make it 3-0.We took chances at the back thereafter and the winners took full advantage and tacked on two more goals to leave them comfortable winners in the end.
Games like that happen every so often but I am sure this team will bounce back from the defeat.
Best of luck to Corbally for the remainder of the competition.
Our team:
Dion Begley,Darragh Whelan,Rian Hartery,Chloe Wallace,David Lynch{vice captain},Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy{captain},James Waters,Josh Campbell,Caleb McNamara and Eamon Doyle.
Replacements:
Josh Wallace,Dylan Kett,Conor Hannon,Alex Kirwan and Ben Kirwan.
U14 League,division three
Fairview Rangers 2 Bridge Celtic 1
Better news for our 14 ''B'' team who lowered the colours of a hitherto unbeaten Bridge Celtic side.The visitors took the lead on fifteen minutes with a good goal.It looked like we would go into the break a goal down but Ryan Phillips scored with an outstanding individual effort to tie up the match at the short whistle.
The second half was highlighted by both sides really go for it with chances created throughout.Right on the stroke of full time we were awarded a corner kick and a superb delivery from Thomas Hehir gave James Murphy the chance to rise highest to power a headed effort home much to the delight of all of our contingent.
A tremendous display by each and every one of the players but special mention for Thomas Hehir who was outstanding all through.This win puts us right back in the mix as we are only three points off the top now and are more than capable of maintaining that challenge for the remaining fixtures.
We lined as follows:
Martin Hourigan,Eric O'Brien{vice captain},Gavin McNamara{captain},James Murphy,David Fitzpatrick,David Fitzpatrick,Adam O'Connell,Thomas Hehir,Cillian Keane,Lee Hughes and Ryan Phillips.
Bench:
Jayden Waters,Bradley Llewllyn,TJ Power,Cohen O'Rahilly,Daniel Ozotmena,James McCarthy and Tadhg Kavanagh.
SFAI U16 National Cup,third round
Aisling Annacotty 2 Fairview Rangers 0
The home side took an early lead from a free kick but we responded well with Leon Campbell unlucky not to level after being blown up for a mighty close offside call.Into the second period of play we created numerous chances along the way but could not apply the finishing touch to get us back in the game.
We took tactical chances as a result,as you do late on in the tie,it was the home side though who struck with a breakaway effort to make it 2-0.
A good performance on the day despite the reversal.
Best of luck to Aisling Annacotty AFC in the ensuing round.
Team:
Jibril Sheehan{joint captain),Sean Madden,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams,Paraic Murphy,Jack Koyce,Tristan Murphy,Jack Nash{joint captain} and Leon Campbell.
In Support:
Sean O'Dwyer,Ryan O’Callaghan and Chad Molloy.
U12 League,division one
Bridge Celtic v Fairview Rangers,postponed,surface unplayable.
U10 Red Group
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Charlie Heffernan,Aaron Czuba,Ciaran Downey,Ruby McnNamara,Warren O'Callaghan,Jamie Collins,Kyle Kirwin,Scott Sheehan,Logan Higgins and Ryan O'Dwyer.
LIMERICK YOUTH TEAM 1971/72
Stephen McGuane has kindly forwarded the following details from almost 50 years ago.
A great success in Dublin in June 1972 by a local side.We had two on the bench that day,Denis Keehan and Christy Duggan.
The team was managed by Malachy Cosgrave and Paddy Cusack.
(Please see Facebook page for further details)
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 18, 2021/2022
PROPOSED BUS TO NAVAN:
Sunday November 14th
FAI U17 Cup,last 32
Parkvilla FC v Fairview Rangers,2.00 pm in Navan.
Anybody interested in travelling can contact Simon Ward, [email protected] or on 087 6391780.
LIMERICK INTER LEAGUE YOUTH PANEL
Congratulations to our own Markus Hogan and Cian Specht who have been selected in the squad.
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
Friday November 12th
Munster Junior Cup
Fairview Rangers ''A'' v Hyde Rangers ''A'', 7.00 pm at the Fairgreen.
THE ''OCHO'' BINGO IS BACK
This Thursday November 11th at 9.15 pm sharp at the Fairgreen,be there.
Strict Covid 19 protocols will be observed.
MEMBERSHIP DEADLINE
The closing date for paying membership is next Sunday November 14th.
The clubforce app must be used henceforth.Our club will input the names of anyone who has already paid by cash on the system.
Anyone who has not paid in full by this date will not be allowed to train in or use our facilities.
LADIES FOOTBALL UPDATE
Girls teams U9’s and U11’s training will continue on Fridays at the Fairgreen at 5.00 pm.
FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY
The curtain came down on Saturday last on yet another hugely successful and highly entertaining society golfing season with a trip to Dundrum GC for our annual end of season outing.
A fantastic turnout of twenty seven members comprising seven teams engaged in what turned out to be an enthralling event culminating in a "blanket finish".
In the end less than 4 shots,3.5 to be precise separated the 7 competing teams,the winning team just getting home by the most slender of margins,0.1 of a shot.
Results as follows:
Winners:
Gavin McNamara,Fergal O'Grady,Denis Wallace and Shane Wallace. Score: 58.1.
2nd:
Myles Kavanagh,Noel McNamara,Cyril Hamilton and Ger Madden. Score: 58.2.
3rd:
Joe Purcell,James Flanagan,Pat Hastings and Christy Purcell. Score: 59.1.
4th:
Mike Lynch,Ger Waters,Evan Waters and Jacque Meyers. Score: 59.5
5th:
Hughie Brogan,Ger Delaney,Eugene McNamara and Christy Duggan. Score: 60.0.
6th:
Robert Meehan,Frank Ryan and Ricky Goodwin. Score: 60.9.
7th:
Jason Payne,Gary O'Connor,Alan Quinlivan and Robert Payne. Score: 61.6.
Nearest the Pin:
Cyril Hamilton.
Golfer of the Year Award :
Joe Purcell.
Our scheduled golfing calendar is already established for 2022,commencing at Thurles GC on Saturday March 12th,the other venues selected are Ballykisteen GC,Gort GC,Bearna GC,Roscrea GC,
Glasson GC,Nenagh GC and Tipperary Town GC.
New or returning members are most welcome for season 2022.
The Society Committee wish to thank most sincerely all our fantastic sponsors of last Saturday's outing,A1 Access,Jeffrey and Myles Kavanagh,The Acres,Fairview Rangers AFC Bar,Bay Enterprises and McGuirks Golf Shop.
We wish all our sponsors in conjunction with everyone involved with our wonderful football club and also all our own golf society members a very happy Christmas and lots of good health,success and happiness for 2022.
LAST PERSON STANDING
We will kick off on the weekend commencing 27th November,almost three weeks to get your entries in.
If you or any members of your family or circle of friends are interested,please email:
stewart.fitzgerald@ dell.com,[email protected] or [email protected] or ask any of our clubs committee.
One selection 10.00 euro or three selections for 20.00 euro.
The winner will receive 600.00 euro.
We appreciate your ongoing support for all our fund raising ventures.
CHRISTMAS GIFT CATALOGUE
Rain jacket,training top,shorts and socks.{image also available on our website}
e55.00 children e65.00 adult
Orders must be in before Sunday 14th November.
Shop open Saturday mornings from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm and between 6.30 pm and 7.30 pm Monday to Friday.
Contact Andy McCallion on 087 9445443.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
3,11,23 and 24.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 9200.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Brian Greaney, Fairview Rangers AFC
Noel Stewart, Promoter: Niall Lee
Anna Moore, Fairview Rangers AFC
Aisling and Dearbhla, Promoter: Joe McCarthyLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 9300.00 euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION
Thursday November 4th
Tuohy Cup,quarter final
Fairview Rangers 3 Janesboro United 1
The opening quarter allowed our panel dominate possession with Janesboro happy to defend in numbers,opting for a hit on the break or a set piece route to goal.We broke the deadlock midway through the half when Conor Coughlan netted and we doubled our lead when Stephen Bradley converted a spot kick prior to the interval.
With about twenty minutes to play our opponents reduced the deficit,we did have a couple of chances to extend that lead but had to wait till' the very last minute to regain the two goal advantage courtesy of a beautiful goal from Mark Slattery.
A decent performance all round and we are happy to progress to the last four of the competition
We lined out as follows:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Jason Cross,Mark Slattery,Paul Danaher,John Mullane,Jeffrey Judge{captain},Steven Bradley,Eoin Duff,Conor Coughlan and Ross Mann.
Substitutes:
Shane Duggan,Mike O'Gorman,Martin Deady,Russell Quirke,Dylan O'Sullivan,James Fitzgerald and Mike Costello.
Saturday November 6th
U17 League,Division One
Fairview Rangers 3 Mungret Regional 0
It was an even opening quarter against a physical side until Matthew TePou nicked the ball off a defender and crossed for Raphael Junior to score on his first appearance for the club.Shortly after it was 2-0,Emmet Hehir whipped in a free kick from the byline and skipper Fintan O’Kelly applied the finishing touch to double our lead.
It got even better as half time approached,an excellent move released Matthew TePou and the talented player made no mistake ensuring a commanding lead to take into the second half.The resumption of play viewed both sides create chances without troubling either defence,no more goals ensued.
A valuable three points maintains our 100% league record and our position at the summit of the table.Best were Matthew TePou,Josh McCarthy and debutants Raphael Junior and Colm Lenihan.
Next up for this side is a trip to Navan to take on Parkvilla in the last 32 of the National Cup.
Best of luck one and all
Starting eleven:
Johnathan Mullaney,Jake Griffin,Adam Keating,Fintan O'Kelly{captain},Cameron O'Grady,Emmet Hehir,Josh McCarthy,Colm Lenihan,Matthew TePou,Jamie Hannon and Raphael Junior.
Reserves:
Robbie Rooney,Pauric Murphy,Conor Browne,Chulainn Williams,Blake Campbell,Jack Flanagan,Aiyay Vijandra,Calum Murphy and Mark Ward.
Sunday November 7th
Premier League
Geraldines AFC 1 Fairview Rangers 5
The first goal of the tie arrived on twenty minutes,Martin Deady,playing in midfield for this tie finished well to give us the lead.It was short lived however,as the home side were awarded a spot kick a few minutes later which they duly converted.
Within minutes we regained the lead,Martin Deady whipped in a delightful ball into the penalty area which cannoned off a defender and went whizzing into the net for an own goal.It was 1-3 on the half hour mark,Mike O’Gorman finished to the net and almost immediately Martin Deady got his second of the game when finishing calmly.
Just on half time James Fitzgerald was upended inside the area and the home keeper.previously booked was sent off for a second bookable offence.James dusted himself down and placed the spot kick well out of the stand in keeper’s reaches to make it 1-5 at half time.
A couple of substitutions at half time did not weaken the team and it was also good to see youth player Cian Specht get his first taste of premier action with the club.No more goals then against a battling Geraldine side.
Best were Mike O’Gorman,John Mullane,James Fitzgerald,Jeffrey Judge and Martin Deady.
Our team:
Aaron Savage,Scott Kirwan,Jason Cross,John Mullane,Mark Slattery,Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge{captain},Mike O'Gorman,Martin Deady,James Fitzgerald and Conor Coughlan.
Replacements:
Eoin Duff,Jamie Enright,David Hannon,Ben O'Shaughnessy,AJ Moloney,Dylan O' Sullivan,Cian Specht and Conor Keane.
Premier ''A'' League
Fairview Rangers 5 Moyross United 4
A nailbiter this with the result in the balance until the fifth minute of injury time.We started positively and raced into a 2-0 lead with goals from AJ Moloney and Scott Kirwan.Moyross responded well and brought the game level with two strikes of their own.
Ben O’Shaughnessy restored our lead five minutes or so before the break with an excellent effort.Again,Moyross replied before Conor Keane made it 4-3 to give us the lead for the third time in the game.With fifteen minutes left to play Moyross levelled.
When a share of the spoils looked nailed on,up popped Josh Shinnors to guide the ball home in the 95th minute giving the visitors little time to rescue a point from the game.
A fantastic game,played in a highly competitive fashion that had you on the edge of your seat until the final whistle.
Team:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Conor McCormack,Sean Byrnes,Zak Sheehan,Conor Keane,Leon Kirrane,Ben O'Shaughnessy,AJ Moloney and David Hannon.
Bench:
Shane O'Brien,Cian Fitzgerald,Josh Shinnors and Evans Ezekannagha.
Well done to the management and players who maintain their position at the top of the table with a win over a very talented Moyross side.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS
Tuesday November 2nd
SFAI National U13 Cup,second round
Fairview Rangers 2 BT Harps 2,aet BT Harps won by three penalty kicks to two.
The opening half was very much even with both defences on top.The visitors struck first and made it 0-2 early in the second half.
A magnificent fight back by this talented side witnessed them level the tie with Dylan Kett finishing well and yet again Danny Fitzpatrick netting another superb effort.
Extra time failed to separate the sides and the dreaded shootout wound up with the visitor’s progressing to the next round by the slimmest of margins,2-3.Once again every single player gave their all to the cause with Chloe Wallace,Dylan Kett,Danny Fitzpatrick and Ryan Connolly to the fore throughout.
Knowing this side they will put this defeat behind them and get back to winning ways at the earliest possible opportunity.
Yet again the visiting contingent were loud in their praise of the facilities on show and indeed the quality of the playing surface so well done all involved.
Best of luck to BT Harps for the remainder of the competition.
Panel:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy{captain}.Jamie Croke,Cian Carroll,Jamie Fitzgerald,David Fitzpatrick,Ryan Connolly,Shane Byrne,Nathan Kelly,Ben Kirwan{vice captain},Daniel Fitzpatrick,Aidan McCaffrey,Ruairi Bullman,Thomas Hehir,Chloe Wallace,Dylan Kett,Dylan Mason and Leon Coppolla.
Saturday November 6th
U13 League,Division three
Fairview Rangers 2 Summerville Rovers 1
We began brightly and could have taken an early lead,a fine effort from Maks Rozewski produced a stunning save from the opposition number one.In fact,the Summerville netminder was in inspired form and denied our panel on several occasions after that with equally impressive stops.
Against the run of play the visitors took the lead but we responded magnificently and levelled the tie courtesy of a stunning drive from the edge of the area from Aaron Kennedy.The second half again continued with our squad in the ascendancy only to be denied time and again by the goalkeeper who was having the game of his life.
We never panicked and regained the initiative,some lovely interplay found Maks Rozewski free at the back post and he made no mistake from close range.A couple of changes to the team did not weaken our resolve with Robbie Cantillon really shining on his introduction.We saw out the remainder of the tie on the front foot taking all three points on offer in the process.
An excellent all-round performance yet again with Mya Moloney,Louie Sheedy and Evan Rice really impressing,while goalscorer Maks Rozewski gets the MOTM award for his powerhouse performance.
We commenced as follows:
Jack Kiely
Alexandra Sheehy,Mya Moloney,Evan Rice{vice captain},Ben McInerney,
Aaron Kennedy,Louie Sheedy{captain},Daniel O'Sullivan,
Maks Rozewski,Jamie Mc Namara and Alex Higgins.
In support:
Briaìn Young,AJ Sheehan,Liam Kiely and
Robbie Cantillon.
U11 Red Group
Fairview Rangers v Caherdavin Celtic
Panel:
Michael Costello,Daragh Keating,Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy,Mohammed Gabyow,Ben Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Harry Hannon,Jayden Waters,Dion Hannon,Leah Hannon,Harry Sheedy and Dylan Barry.
U11 Brown Group
Corbally United v Fairview RangersPanel:
Theo Costello,CianGavin,Warren,Goodwin,Michael Graham,Danny Hannon,Charlie Heffernan,Jack Kennedy,Sean Kett,Sophie McGuigan,Liam Meehan,Diarmuid O’Brien,Leon O’Carroll,Fionn O’Driscoll,Oisin O’Connor,Scott Sheehan,Craig Sheehan and Evan Waters.
RECENT OBITUARIES
Our condolences to former players Henry Kelly and Eddie Dunne,their respective families and friends following the recent demise of Bernie Kelly {nee O'Brien},Pearse Avenue Janesboro and Annette Dunne {nee Coughlan},Cluain Airne,Shannon,Co.Clare.
Also in our thoughts are the relatives and close connections of the late Bobby Fleming,Bobby and his family have a long association with our club having in his time served on our clubs committee and managed schoolboy teams in the 60's and 70's.
I recall Bobby,Michael O'Connell and Tom McCarthy walking around Garryowen circa 1968/69 offering us young fella's forms to join the club,many of us were delighted to commence playing organised football for the first time.
Christmas package available from the Fairview shop
NEW Rain jacket t-shirt, shorts and socks
Kids €55
Adult sizes €65
Orders must be in Before Sunday 14th November.
Shop open Saturday mornings from 9 to 12.30
And between 6.30 and 7.30 Monday to Friday.
Or contact Andy McCallion on 0879445443
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 17, 2021/2022
MIDWEEK FIXTURES
Tuesday November 2nd
U13 SFAI National Cup,second round
Fairview Rangers v BT Harps{Templemore},6.30 pm at the Fairgreen.
Thursday November 4th
Tuohy Cup
Fairview Rangers v Janesboro,7.00 pm at Jackman Park.
LADIES FOOTBALL UPDATE
Girls teams U9’s and U11’s will resume on Friday next November 5th at the Fairgreen at 5.00 pm.
FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY.
A most enjoyable outing on Saturday October 23rd at O'Mahoneys point GC in Killarney,21 hardy golfers braving the elements on a very testing day weatherwise.
Results as follows :
Winners
Frank Ryan,Alan Quinlivan and Shane Wallace. 60.4
2nd
Joe Purcell,Darell O'Connell and Kevin O'Connell. 61.4
3rd.
Gavin McNamara,Christy Purcell and Ger Madden. 64.6
4th
Ger Waters,Pat Hastings and Andrew Hannigan. 65.5
5th.
Noel McNamara,Brendan Markham and Christy Duggan. 67.2
6th
Cyril Hamilton,Denis Wallace and Ricky Goodwin. 67.4
7th
Fergal O'Grady,Stewart O'Connell and Cathal Lee. 67.5
Our final outing for 2001,{Christmas Outing} will take place next Saturday November 6th in Dundrum GC,teeing off at 10.00 am.
INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
Victory was deserved for the Republic of Ireland Women's U19s as they secured a 2-0 win over Northern Ireland in their final game in the Qualifying Round of the UEFA Women's Under-19 European Championships.Dave Connell’s team included second half substitute ex Fairview Rangers player Jenna Slattery.
Congratulations also to former player Jodie Griffin who took part in a three day training camp with the Republic of Ireland U16's last week. Jodie who currently plays for Treaty United in the U17 national league had a successful camp after returning from injury in the past few weeks.
The squad finished their mid term camp with a friendly against Northern Ireland.Jodie played the second half with the Republic of Ireland securing a 4-1 win.
We would like to wish Jodie and Jenna continued success.
THE ''OCHO'' BINGO IS BACK
Thursday week November 11th at 9.15 pm sharp at the Fairgreen,be there.Strict Covid 19 protocols will be observed.
MEMBERSHIP DEADLINE
The closing date for paying membership is the Sunday November 14th.
The clubforce app must be used henceforth.Our club will input the names of anyone who has already paid by cash on the system.
Anyone who has not paid in full by this date will not be allowed to train in or use our facilities.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS
The numbers drawn:
17,19,23 and 26.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 9100.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Beth Sheehan, Promoter: Noel Whyte.
Shane Considine, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Elaine Sheehan, Promoter: Andy Sheehan.
Marie Meehan, Promoter: Tony Meehan.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 9200.00 euro.
The draw takes place every Monday.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION
Saturday October 30th
Presidents Cup final,at Tallaght Stadium,Dublin.
Willowbank FC{Belfast} 2 Fairview Rangers 2 aet.
Our panel won three to two on penalty kicks.
Our premier side created yet another bit of club history by winning the Presidents Cup,becoming the first Limerick side to lift the trophy.This was just the third occasion that this particular decider has taken place,the two previous wins also by the reigning FAI Junior Cup champions at the time.
The trophy itself pits the winners of the FAI and IFA Junior Cups against each other to determine the all Ireland champions.A large crowd attended Tallaght Stadium on the day,witnessing a nail biting affair requiring penalties to decide the winner.
We started brightly,both Ross Mann and Russell Quirke were unlucky not to give us an early lead inside the opening quarter.Truth be told,we lost our way somewhat after that and could do little about two quality strikes from our opponents in the first half,providing them with a commanding 2-0 lead going into the second period.
We pressed further up the field on the resumption of play and were rewarded for that positive mindset,Shane Duggan rifled a shot to the back of the net inside the opening five minutes of the second half.We dominated proceedings from then on,though a breakaway by Willowbank FC witnessed Aaron Savage keep us in the game with a great save.Later on our defence effected three successive blocks in or near or goal to keep our hopes alive.
It was clear as the match wore on that our fitness levels were well above our opponents,the introduction of fresh legs helped maintain the pressure on our opponents’ defence.Two of our replacements AJ Moloney and Dave Hannon were within a whisker of levelling the tie,good work by Scott Kirwan and Shane Duggan allowed Ross Mann get the final touch deep in injury time to level the tie to the delight of all our contingent.
Indeed,Shane Duggan almost grabbed a winner at the death,his effort flashed wide of the post with the keeper beaten.
To the shootout then,once more Aaron Savage showed how vital he is in these high pressure situations,saving three penalties all of which were well struck,sending the vocal ‘View support delirious with joy and the trophy to Shannonside for the first time ever.
Although this competition is in its infancy this achievement is a major honour for our club and will in time become recognised as such.
Congratulations to Jason,Stewart and the rest of the management team and our panel on their victory.All our participating squad played a part in the victory,the introduction of AJ Moloney,Scott Kirwan and Dave Hannon really turned the game in our favour.
To me,Martin Deady was MOTM.He was up against a very talented player and not only won that individual battle but contributed on many occasions to attack given the opportunity.
It would be right and proper to also recognise the input of Kevin Kirwan and the ''B'' team management and personnel given the that three players from that squad contributed to the win.It further enhances the reputation of our Premier ''A'' side who sit on top of their table.
The win also gives all the emerging talent that comes through the underage structure,courtesy of our superb schoolboy/girl set up and management the opportunity to perform at the second highest grade to ply their trade in and also the platform for our first team management to assess the talents of those emerging players in such a competitive league.
It was also pleasing to see Dave Hannon making such a telling contribution on his introduction,he can really make his mark again for the club,his skill set is clearly evident.
Well done everybody and a massive congratulations to team captain AJ O’Connor not only lifting the cup as skipper,also playing a pivotal role in his hometown of Newcastlewest’s victory in the County Senior Football final the night before in which he contributed 1-1 to his sides tally.His dedication to our cause is unquestioned.
Finally,felicitaions also to the players who moved to pastures new at the start of this season,they also contributed to this victory having played a part in winning the FAI Junior cup in September 2020,which qualified us for this competition.
‘Hon Da View
We lined out:
Aaron Savage,Mark Slattery,Martin Deady,Steven Bradley,AJ O'Connor{captain},Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge,Mike O'Gorman,Russell Quirke,James Fitzgerald and Ross Mann.
Substitutes:
John Mullane,Eoin Duff,David Hannon,Paul Danaher,Mike Costello,Scott Kirwan and AJ Moloney.
FAI U17 Cup
Fairview Rangers 3 Mungret Regional 2
We took the lead in the first half through Matthew TePou,the visitors drawing level before the short whistle.We led for a second time when Emmet Hehir scored with a fine free kick,Mungret Regional again fought back to score their second of the tie.
To extra time then,with less than three minutes to play up popped Jamie Hannon to score the winning goal to the delight of all concerned.
Both teams are to be congratulated on serving up such a fine game of football in atrocious weather conditions.We face Parkvilla FC {Navan} away in the next round,the game is scheduled for November 14th.
Great stuff lads.
Starting eleven:
Johnathan Mullaney,Adam Keating,Fintan O'Kelly{captain},Cameron O'Grady,Pauric Murphy,Emmet Hehir,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Aijay Vijandran,Calum Murphy and Matthew TePou.
Reserves:
Jamie Hannon,Conor Browne,Chulainn Williams and Jake Griffin.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS
U12 League,Division one
Fairview Rangers 8 Corbally United 3
Alex Higgins continues to impress grabbing himself a hat-trick in this tie.Alex Egan scored a stunning goal after good work by Aaron Cowhey in the build up to it.Ben Fitzgerald added to his growing reputation with another well taken strike followed quickly by a cracking effort from the talented Leah Hannon.
Ciaran Maher who bossed' the midfield all through was also rewarded for his efforts with a superb effort,Daniel O’Sullivan rounding off the scoring with a clinical finish.Robbie Cantillon Mann,AJ Sheehy,Mya Moloney and Alexandria Sheehy were simply immense all day long with Jack Kiely and Reuben Hudson also shining.
Starting nine:
Jack Kiely,Alexandria Sheehan,Mya Moloney,Ciaran Maher,Daniel O'Sullivan,Robbie Cantillon Mann,Alex Higgins,Leah Hannon and Liam Kiely{joint captain,rotating}.
Replacements:
Reuben Hudson{joint captain,rotating},Aaron Cowhey,Alex Egan,Cathal Duggan,AJ Sheehan,Mohamed Gabyew and Ben Fitzgerald.
U12 League,Division three
Mungret Regional 5 Fairview Rangers 0
We began very well in trying conditions and took the game to the home side in the opening sequence.Several chances were created in that period,Craig Sheehan was very unlucky not to give us the lead with a fine effort after ten minutes.
The home side got on top for the remainder of the half,scoring three without reply.Sophie McGuigan,who took over the goalkeeping role was excellent throughout and could do little about each of those three strikes.
Despite our best efforts the home side tacked on two more in the second period, to run out 5-0 winners.Although defeated,our panel can hold their heads high as each player gave everything with Leon O’Carroll,Nathan Neylon and Darragh Keating really impressive throughout.Sophie McGuigan was simply brilliant for us and deservedly got the player of the game accolade
Starting nine:
Sophie McGuigan,Darragh Keating,Leon O’Carroll,Nathan Neylon,Dylan Barry,AJ Czuba,Craig Sheehan,Dion Hannon and Alex Halvey(captain).
Bench:
Harry Hannon,Daniel Rainsford,Jordan Prendergast and Cian Gavin.
U14 Premier League
Pike Rovers 1 Fairview Rangers 1
We commenced positively and kept our opponents' backline on their toes at every given opportunity.However,it was the home side who took the lead with a well struck free kick.We showed great belief and heart to strive for an equaliser and were rewarded in time,Darragh Whelan floated a free kick into the penalty area which was headed powerfully home by Jack McMahon, leaving it all square at the interval.
On resumption we went close to taking the lead,Dylan Ketts' effort was blocked on the line.The Crossagalla based squad grew more into the tie but found our defence in top form,Dave Lynch and Chloe Wallace excelling in that period.
With ten left on the clock Dion Begley produced a magnificent save to deny the hosts and ensured we left with a valuable point also.A great performance by all concerned considering we suffered a heavy defeat to the same opposition earlier in the season.
It also displays that this team is progressing with each passing game and could contest with anyone at this level.
Keep up the good work lads!!
Our team:
Dion Begley,Darragh Whelan,Rian Hartery,David Lynch{vice captain},Chloe Wallace,Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy{captain},Jamie Waters,Josh Campbell,Dylan Kett and Eamon Doyle.
In support:
Ben Kirwan,Conor Hannon,Alex Kirwan,Caleb McNamara and Josh Wallace.
U14 League,Division two
Fairview Rangers 7 Regional United 2
The opening half was nip and tuck with both sides finding the net,the score stood at 1-1 at half time.The visitors took an early lead when play resumed,but a superb performance by all of our squad enabled us score six without reply, running out deserved winners.
Our scorers on the day were David Fitzpatrick,Ryan Phillips (2),James Murphy (2),Tadgh Kavanagh and Lee Hughes.One has to mention David Fitzpatrick’s effort when he let fly from all of thirty five yards,scoring one of the best goals seen this season.
As stated all played well on the day but Eric O’Brien’s performance was outstanding and rightly gained him the MOTM award.
We lined out as follows:
Martin Hourigan,Eric O'Brien{vice captain},Stephen Bynes,James Murphy,Gavin McNamara{captain},David Fitzpatrick,Danny Fitzpatrick,Adam O'Connell,Cillian Keane,Ryan Philips and Lee Hughes.
Back up squad:
Jayden Waters,Bradley Llewellyn,James McCarthy,Cohen O'Rahilly,Tadhg Kavanagh,Daniel Ozotmena and Thomas Hehir..
U16 Premier League
Corbally United 0 Fairview Rangers 6
One nil up on ten minutes,Ryan O’Callaghan found the top corner with a sweetly struck free from twenty yards.Chuliann Williams converted clinically from the spot after Paraic Williams was fouled in the area to double our lead.Tristan Murphy converted another spot kick when he was fouled inside the area.
Leon Campbell was most unlucky not to make it 0-4 when gliding past several challenges only to be denied by a top drawer save from the opposition keeper'.We made it 0-4 early in the second half ,Cameron O’Grady reacted quickest inside the area to net and make it 0-5 when a well worked corner by Ryan Callaghan and Chuliann Williams allowed Kyle McSweeney convert.Jiberal Sheehan scored our sixth and final goal of the game,netting our third penalty of the game.
A great performance all round with each player really shining on the day.
Great stuff lads!
Team:
Jibril Sheehan(captain),Sean O’Dwyer,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams,Paraic Murphy,Jack Koyce,Tristan Murphy,Ryan O’Callaghan and Leon Campbell.
U10 Red Group
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Charlie Heffernan,Aaron Czuba,Ciaran Downey,Ruby McnNamara,Warren O'Callaghan,Jamie Collins,Kyle Kirwin,Scott Sheehan,Logan Higgins and Ryan O'Dwyer.
U10 Green Group
Janesboro v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Rian McMahon,Cillian Clohessy,Sadiq Sharif,Dylan Ryan,Liam Canty,James Fitzgerald,Darragh O'Sullivan,Cillian O'Dwyer,Warren Goodwin,Charlie Guerin,Rian Mullins,Alex McInerney,Sean Kett and Luke Kelly.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 16,2021/2022
ALL IRELAND PRESIDENTS CUP FINAL
We face Willowbank FC of Belfast from the Irish League and winners of the IFA junior cup in the All Ireland Presidents Cup decider on Saturday next October 30th at 3.00 pm.
The tie is scheduled to take place in Tallaght Stadium,Dublin,home of Shamrock Rovers in what will be yet another prestigious landmark for the club.
This game pits the respective winners of the junior cups in both jurisdictions against each other.Willowbank's hinterland is the Falls Road area in Belfast.
Our club is organising coach transport to and from the game,to secure your place{s},please contact any of our committee,5 seats available as of time of writing{Tuesday 10.00 pm}.
Coach will depart from the Fairgreen at 9.00 am sharp.
Fare:
e20.00 adults and e10.00 children.
OBITUARY
Our condolences to the family and friends of the late Annette Flood (née Moloney) of Woodlawn Park.Annettes husband Pat is a former player.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
LADIES FOOTBALL UPDATE
Girls teams U9’s and U11’s WILL NOT TRAIN on Friday next 29th October.Training will resume on Friday 5th November at 5.00 pm.
New players welcome.
MEMBERSHIP FEES DUE THIS WEEK
Little Kickers U5,U6 and U7:
€50.00
Schoolboys and Schoolgirls,U8 to U17:
€80.00
Junior and youth team players:
€80.00
Team managers:
€25.00
Committee members:
€50.00
Social members:
€40.00
OAP’s:
€25.00Our club have partnered with a company called Club Force who will facilitate membership payment through a newly developed app.
Please see the following link to the new app created by Clubforce for Fairview Rangers,click on this link you can now pay club membership online,
https://bit.ly/3poqnTA
The amounts due must be paid by October 31st.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 15 - 2021/2022
ALL IRELAND FINAL
We face Willowbank FC of Belfast from the Irish League and winners of the IFA junior cup in the All Ireland Presidents Cup decider on Saturday the 30th of October at 3.00 pm.
The tie is scheduled to take place in Tallaght Stadium,Dublin,home of Shamrock Rovers in what will be yet another prestigious landmark for the club.
This game pits the respective winners of the junior cups in both jurisdictions against each other.
Willowbank's hinterland is the Falls Road area in Belfast.
Our club is organising coach transport to and from the game,to secure your place{s},please contact any of our committee.
LOTTERY
Next weeks draw will take place on Tuesday October 26th.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday,Tuesday after a bank holiday Monday.
The numbers drawn:
4,11,16 and 25.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 8900.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Katie Lee, Promoter: Niall Lee
Kevin Keegan, Promoter Noel Whyte
Ailish Byrnes, Patrickswell,Co. Limerick
Declan Hayes, Promoter: Niall LeeLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 9000.00 euro.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Tuesday October 12th
SFAI U13 National Cup,first round
Fairview Rangers 2 Kildimo United 0
A bit of history was created as these young stars of the future became the first underage sides to play under lights in a competitive fixture in the Fairgreen.Consequently,a large crowd attended adding to the atmosphere.They were not disappointed either,both panels contributed to a fantastic game of football.
We began the tie in fine fettle and could have taken the lead on a few occasions but for the heroics of the Kildimo netminder.Incidentally, the opposition keeper is the son of our former ''A'' team goalkeeper Ian Bennis,as the saying goes “he didn’t steal it”.
Our pressure finally paid off when a superb shot from Thomas Hehir found the net giving our squad a slender lead at the break.We were denied on several occasions from increasing our lead but with five minutes to go we all but made safe our passage into the next round courtesy of an excellent effort from Rory Bulman.
A wonderful team effort by both the starting eleven and those introduced.Our defence of Ben Kirwan,Dave Fitzpatrick,Ryan Connolly and Darragh Maher were outstanding throughout,in midfield Chloe Wallace and Danny Fitzpatrick really caught the eye.Up front Thomas Hehir's contribution was much more than the goal he scored,he worked tirelessly all through.
Team:
Cormac Clancy,Ryan Connolly,Darragh Maher,Dave Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwin{vice captain},Danny Fitzpatrick,Chloe Wallace,Sean Dunphy{captain},Dylan Mason,Thomas Hehir and Dylan Kett.
Substitutes:
Rory Bulman,Nathan Kelly,Jamie Fitzgerald,Jamie Croke,Shane Byrne,
Cian Carroll,Leon Copolla and Aidan McCaffrey.
Saturday October 16th
SFAI U12 National Cup,second round
Fairview Rangers 0 Mungret Regional 2
The opening half was a tight affair with neither side able to penetrate two well drilled defences.In fact our rearguard of Jack Kiely,outstanding in goals,Mya Moloney,Alex Sheehy and Sean Fitzgerald rarely put a foot wrong for the entire game and can be proud of their efforts.
The visitors broke the deadlock in the second half.Some fantastic interplay saw our panel create numerous chances to level the tie,but we were denied on a few occasions from getting on the scoresheet.A late goal put paid to our chances.
On the day there was little between the sides,a game that could well have gone our way if the ball had bounced kindly for us.As stated our defence played well and were backed up by some solid performances in midfield by Daniel O' Sullivan,Ciaran Maher and Robbie Cantillon Mann.
Impressive too were Leah Hannon and Alex Higgins.Alex Egan,Rueben Hudson and AJ Sheehy who ran themselves to a standstill and they were ably assisted by Aaron Cowhey,Cathal Duggan and Liam Kiely.
Unlucky lads.
Team selection:
Jack Kiely,Robbie Cantillon Mann,Mya Moloney,Sean Fitzgerald,Leah Hannon,Daniel O'Sullivan,Ciaran Maher,Reuben Hudson,Aaron Cowhey.
In support:
Liam Kiely,Alex Higgins,AJ Sheehan,Mohamed Gabyew,Alex Egan,Cathal Duggan and Alexandra Sheehy.
SFAI U16 National Cup,second round
Fairview Rangers 4 Shelbourne AFC 1
A bright start allowed Jack Nash,Jack Koyce and Leon Campbell all go close in the opening ten minutes or so.Callum Kiely rattled the woodwork on twenty minutes with the keeper well and truly beaten,the ever alert Tristan Murphy was on hand to flash the rebound home.
We continued to take the game to the opposition,some surging runs by Chad Molloy unlucky not to prove more fruitful on the goal scoring front.Close to half time we eventually increased our lead,Jack Nash fired home a free kick from all of twenty five yards,two nil at the interval.
Credit to Shelbourne they took the game to us in the opening phase of the second half and reduced the deficit early on.Our response was excellent,Kyle McSweeney and Cameron O’Grady really dominating at the back and turning defence into attack on several occasions.
Patrik Dimowski and Tristan Murphy had good efforts saved before Pauric Murphy set up Jack Nash for his second of the game.Tristan Murphy scored the final goal of the game,weaving his way past three tackles before playing a neat one-two with Jack Nash and finishing to the corner for what was also the best goal of the day.
Great stuff one and all!
We lined out as follows:
Jibril Sheehan{joint captain},Patrik Dimowski,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams,Jack Koyce,Jack Nash{joint captain),Tristan Murphy,Ryan O’Callaghan and Leon Campbell.
Reserves:
Sean O’Dwyer,Chad Molloy,Josh Campbell and Paraic Murphy.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION:
Saturday October 16th
FAI Junior Cup
Fairview Rangers v Castle Rovers,cancelled on Wednesday last,Castle Rovers indicated they would be conceding the tie.
Munster Junior Cup
Regional United ''A'' 2 Fairview Rangers ''B'' 1
Despite being shorn of several players for various reasons our lads put in a fantastic performance.Make no mistake,this is a game in which had the bounce of the ball and one or two decisions that went against us occurred differently,we could well have found ourselves in the hat for the next round.
The first half did not see a noticeable advantage for either side,one glorious opportunity was presented to us during that time but we could not get the finish that on the balance of play would have seen us deservedly going in at half time in front.
The second half was much the same with both Shay McCarthy and Dean Kirwan in the full back berths putting the shackles on highly rated front men of the opposition.Regional took the lead entering the final quarter and before we could regroup they made it 2-0.
We never gave up and not for the first time Ben O’Shaughnessy scored an absolute screamer in the final few minutes,time though was not on our side and Regional held on for victory.Each and every player was excellent on the day,Conor McCormack bringing all his experience to proceedings,ably assisted by Kyle Brogan in the heart of defence.
Leon Kirrane,still at youth level was immense all day long,the future is extremely bright for this talented young man and several others also.Up front Ben O’Shaughnessy was a handful all day long and won almost every aerial challenge he contested.The same player is ultra-comfortable on either foot and never fails to give everything for the entire game.
Starting eleven:
Cian O'Brien,Shay McCarthy,Conor McCormack,Dean Kirwan,Kyle Brogan,Kyle Mullins,Zak Sheehan,Ben O'Shaughnessy,Leon Kirrane,Kuda Sheehan and Shane O'Brien.
Bench:
Kyle Mannion and Evans Ezekannagha.
Munster Youths Cup
Charleville AFC 3 Fairview Rangers 2 aet.
Charleville took a rather fortuitous lead which they held until half time.Things did not get any better for us,loing goalkeeper Jonathan Mullany through injury early in the second period,Sam Lynch taking over the duties.Despite the setbacks we really upped our performance in that second half and finally levelled matters,Scott Quaide forced the ball home from a corner.
Try as we might we could not get the winner in the ninety minutes,we maintained the pressure into extra time and took the lead,Matt TePou’s speculative effort sailed all the way to the net.In the second period of extra time Charleville equalised from a similar effort,we went behind from the centre off,Charleville quickly regained possession and just as rapidly scored their third.
We bombarded the home side goal area for the final five minutes or so but came up short.Special mention for Sam Lynch who took over the goal keeping duties and did not put a foot wrong.Although disappointed,we are sure that Eddie Whelan,his management team and the players will put this behind them and will continue to put the same effort into training as they have done all season long.
There is still lots to play for and they won’t be found wanting on the commitment front.
We started as follows:
Jonathan Mullany,Sam Lynch,Fintan O'Kelly,Scott Quaide,Rob Galligan,Sean Whelan,Sean Griffin,Leon Kirrane{captain},Cian Specht,Marcus Hogan and Matthew TePou.
Replacements:
Callum Murphy,Mark Ward,Josh McCarthy,Colm Lenihan,Adam Keating and Brooklyn Crawford.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 14, 2021/2022.
MEMBERSHIP FEES 2021/2022 SEASON:
Little Kickers U5,U6 and U7:
€50.00
Schoolboys and Schoolgirls,U8 to U17:
€80.00
Junior and youth team players:
€80.00
Team managers:
€25.00
Committee members:
€50.00
Social members:
€40.00
OAP’s:
€25.00Our club have partnered with a company called Club Force who will facilitate membership payment through a newly developed app,over the coming weeks more details of how this works will be disseminated.
The amounts due must be paid by October 31st.
TUESDAY NIGHT FIXTURE:
SFAI U13 National Cup,first round:
Fairview Rangers v Kildimo United,Fairgreen at 6.00 pm.
WOMENS TEAM ENTER FRAY
Formation of our clubs women’s team is underway following a great response from last weeks announcement.
Any women interested in becoming part of the panel contact Sharon on WhatsApp 085 7857960.
U9 AND U11 PRACTICE CONTINUES:
Girls training continues every Friday at 5.00 pm at the Fairgreen.
Players for u9’s and u11’s age groups are welcome to come and join in.
Best wishes to the ever popular Billy Cavanagh,currently recuperating at his home.
Looking forward to seeing you soon Billy.
FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY
A most enjoyable outing at Portumna GC on Saturday last.The following are the results:
Winners
Mike Lynch,Cyril Hamilton,Evan Waters and Shane Wallace, 56points.
Second
Jason Payne,John Byrnes,Darrell O'Connell and Ger Madden, 54 points.
Third
Joe Purcell,Ger Delaney,Eugene McNamara and Pa Ryan, 51 points.
Fourth
Myles Kavanagh,Fergal O'Grady,Alan Quinlivan and Robert Payne, 50 points.
Fifth
Hughie Brogan,James Flanagan,Frank Ryan and Ricky Goodwin, 49 points.
Sixth.
Brian Greaney,John Ryan,Christy Purcell and Andrew Hannigan, 47 points.
Seventh.
Robert Banks,Noel McNamara,Denis Wallace and Cathal Lee, 47 points.
Eighth.
Gavin McNamara,Ger Waters,Christy Duggan and Jacque Meyers, 45 points.
Winners of the "Birdies at the par 3's Competition"
Ger Madden and Jason Payne.
Our next outing is at Mahony's Point GC in Killarney on Saturday week October 23rd.
We end the golfing season with our Christmas outing in Dundrum GC on Saturday November 6th.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
1,6,7 and 15.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 8800.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Jacqueline Robinson, promoter: Pat Keegan
Peter Guerin, promoter: Niall Lee
Kathleen Halvey, promoter: Noel Whyte
Katie Lee, promoter: Niall LeeLottery
tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 8900.00 euro.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Saturday October 9th:
SFAI U13 National Cup,first round:
Fairview Rangers v Kildimo United,refixed for the Fairgreen on Tuesday evening at 6.00 pm.
U13 League,Division three:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Pike Rovers: 1
We started the tie in a positive manner and almost took the lead early on through Aaron Kennedy who hit a powerful strike that rattled the opposition crossbar,a few minutes later Aaron found himself in the penalty area and quick feet allowed him beat a defender and tuck away his shot to put us into the lead.We became a little nervy at the back and almost conceded instantly but soon settled into a lovely rhythm and began to dominate all over the field.
We won a free kick about twenty five yards out and up stepped the ever reliable Mya Moloney who rattled the back of the net to double our advantage,Briaín Young and Alexandra Sheehy looked very comfortable and dealt with everything the visitors threw at us,Alex Higgins and Jamie McNamara up front giving the hoops no peace with their constant pressure.
Louie Sheedy and Daniel O'Sullivan ran the show in the middle of the park and Sean Fitzgerald at left back is improving with every game,2 -0 at half time.
We made a few alterations facing into the second half,removing both wingers and sending on AJ Sheehan and Liam Kiely,they literally terrorised the full backs on the Crossagalla based panel,consequently it was not long before Daniel O'Sullivan gave us a bigger lead with a well taken goal,a little error allowed the vanquished outfit net their solitary score of the day.
That event spurred us on even more,Evan Rice shut up shop at the back in conjunction with Mya and didn't give the visitors another sniff of goal,our relentless pressure led to Liam Kiely scoring our fourth,a great goal having never given up on a loose ball,we emptied the bench and brought on our remaining replacements and should have extended our lead only for the opposition keeper to make some good saves.
Man of the match today was the ever impressive Sean Fitzgerald.
Team:
Jack Kiely,Alexandra Sheehy,Mya Moloney,Evan Rice{vice captain},Sean Fitzgerald,Briaín Young,Louie Sheedy{captain},Daniel O'Sullivan,Aaron Kennedy,Alex Higgins and Jamie Mc Namara.
Replacements:
Ben Fitzgerald,Liam Kiely,Maks Rozewski and AJ Sheehan.
U11 Red Group:
Corbally United v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Michael Costello,Daragh Keating,Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy,Mohammed Gabyow,Ben Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Harry Hannon,Jayden Waters,Dion Hannon,Leah Hannon,Harry Sheedy and Dylan Barry
U11 Brown Group:
Fairview Rangers v Pike Rovers
Panel:
Theo Costello,CianGavin,Warren,Goodwin,Michael Graham,Danny Hannon,Charlie Heffernan,Jack Kennedy,Sean Kett,Sophie McGuigan,Liam Meehan,Diarmuid O’Brien,Leon O’Carroll,Fionn O’Driscoll,Oisin O’Connor,Scott Sheehan,Craig Sheehan and Evan Waters.
U7 Blue Group:
Newport Town v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Adam Hayes,Luke Harmon,Evan Harmon,Isabelle Duggan,Kyle Duggan,Callum Norris,Cillian Maher,Yahye Gabyow,Ben Naughton and Odhran Reed.
COACHING START UP COURSES:
The link beneath is to an FAI PDP1 coaches course.It is the introductory one aimed at new and aspiring coaches and parents for the age groups 6 to 8.
If you know anyone who might be interested please pass it on.
https://fainet.ie/vkal/mod_vkal/webflow.do?event=SHOW_VERANSTALTUNG&dmg_company=IRL¶ms.veranstaltungId=02FS4PAII4000000VUM100GLVUG95M4Q
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION
Wednesday October 6th
Munster Junior Cup
Fairview Rangers ''A'' 3 Mungret Regional ''B'' 0
The county side were well up for this game and can be very proud of their efforts throughout.We started brightly and took the lead early on,Mark Slattery volleyed to the net after ten minutes.We could not find a way past a determined visiting rearguard for the remainder of the half.
We continued to press and eventually took a two goal lead with twenty minutes to go,on this occasion Mikey O’Gorman finished well.AJ Moloney wrapped up the game with our third in the latter stages.
A decent performance by the entire panel.
Starting eleven:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor{captain},Shane Duggan,Mike O'Gorman,Jeffrey Judge,Eoin Duff,Russell Quirke and James Fitzgerald.
Reserves:
Scott Kirwan,John Mullane,Paul Danaher,AJ Moloney and Dylan O'Sullivan.
Best wishes and a speedy recovery to keeper Aaron Savage who got a few bumps for his troubles during the game.
Sunday October 10th
FAI Junior Cup
Nenagh AFC 2 Fairview Rangers 3
Possibly the most difficult assignment to date for our Premier panel.A much more intense performance by all saw us take the game to the home side.We were awarded several free kicks in succession,eventually caming up trumps from one of them,a fine delivery from Deady allowed Shane Duggan to rise highest and powerfully head home.
It got even better for our side ten minutes later,AJ O'Connor unleashed a fierce drive from just inside the penalty area that gave the keeper no chance.A momentary lapse in concentration gave Nenagh a goal that on the balance of play they hardly merited,but just before half time we regained our two goal cushion,Mark Slattery headed home from a corner kick.
We continued to dominate in the second period but as the game wore on Nenagh piled forward and were rewarded with a goal inside the final few minutes.We maintained our composure and saw out the game and progress to a home tie against Castle Rovers which is scheduled for next Saturday evening with a 7.00 pm start at the Fairgreen.
All concerned played well with the back four solid all through despite conceding two goals.In midfield Judge,Duggan and O’Gorman dominated for long periods while Coughlan and Mann really tested the opposition full backs constantly.
Young AJ Moloney ran himself to a standstill and never gave the defence time to settle,so too did James Fitzgerald and Eoin Duf on their introduction while John Mullane brought all his experience to the table when called upon.
Well done lads,a good week for the Premier panel.
We commenced as follows:
Dylan O'Sullivan,Jamie Enright,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor{captain},Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge,Mike O'Gorman,AJ Moloney,Conor Coughlan and Ross Mann.
Bench:
Russell Quirke,Eoin Duff,Mike Costello,John Mullane,Paul Danaher,Cian Fitzgerald,James Fitzgerald and Jason Cross.
FAI Youths Cup
Fairview Rangers 1 Ballingarry AFC
2
Our final game of last weekend witnessed our youths face a terrific Ballingarry side backboned by last year’s Munster youths runners up panel,a decider the county side only lost on penalties.A very tight first half in which both defences held sway until a minutes before half time,Callum Murphy’s effort deceived the Ballingarry netminder and gave us the lead going into the second period.
We really took the game to the opposition and can count ourselves extremely unlucky not to have gone further ahead on at least three occasions,only to be denied by outstanding saves each time.
As luck would have it,a speculative effort from the visitors with less than two minutes to go pushed the match into extra time.Ballingarry took the lead five minutes into it and try as we might we could not get the goal that our efforts richly deserved.
We wish Ballingarry the very best for the remainder of the competition.
We lined out as follows:
Jonathan Mullany,Matthew TePou,Adam Keating,Scott Quaide,Fintan O'Kelly,Sean Whelan,Josh McCarthy,Sean Griffin,Cian Specht,Mark Ward and Callum Murphy.
Substitutes:
Jamie Hannon,Brooklyn Crawford,Emmet Hehir,Aaron Vaughan and Aijay Vijandran.
KEEPER COACHING A HUGE SUCCESS:
Mike Costello organised coaching for keepers recently.It was so very well received by the group of seven who took up the offer,the benefits to them will be evident in time.
We appreciate their participation and Mike's time and dedication.
Mike has organised another session for the younger goalkeepers,U10,U11 and U12 at 5.30 pm today Tuesday at the Fairgreen.
Also pictured are our U11 Brown panel sporting their newly sponsored kit prior to their game with Pike Rovers last Saturday at the Fairgreen,we would like to extend our gratitude to Abhann Logistics for their very kind gesture.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 13, 2021/2022
MIDWEEK FIXTURE:
Wednesday October 6th:
Munster Junior Cup:
Fairview Rangers ''A'' v Mungret Regional ''B'', the games kicks off at 7.00 pm at the Fairgreen.
WOMENS TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT:
WE ARE DELIGHTED TO INFORM YOU OF THE FORMATION OF A NEW WOMENS TEAM IN OUR CLUB.
TRAINING WILL COMMENCE IN JANUARY 2022 AS PART OF THE PREPARATIONS TO ENTER THE COMPETITIVE WOMENS LEAGUE.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE PART OF A NEW TEAM OR TAKE ON A NEW CHALLENGE,MEET NEW PEOPLE AND KEEP FIT WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU.
EXPERIENCED AND INEXPERIENCED PLAYERS ARE ALL WELCOME,EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OR ANY QUERIES PLEASE CONTACT:
SHARON GALVIN ON WHATSAPP 085 7857960.
BIG GAMES AHEAD:
Some big games next weekend for our LDMC affiliated sides,the premier panel travel to take on Nenagh AFC in the FAI Junior Cup on Sunday morning,the youths panel will host Ballingarry AFC in the FAI Youths trophy in the ‘Green on Sunday afternoon at 2.00 pm.
Your support,as always is appreciated.
Good luck also to our schoolboy/girl teams lining out in national cup games on Saturday.
COACHING START UP COURSES:
The link beneath is to an FAI PDP1 coaches course.It is the introductory one aimed at new and aspiring coaches and parents for the age groups 6 to 8.
If you know anyone who might be interested please pass it on.
https://fainet.ie/vkal/mod_vkal/webflow.do?event=SHOW_VERANSTALTUNG&dmg_company=IRL¶ms.veranstaltungId=02FS4PAII4000000VUM100GLVUG95M4Q
KEEPER COACHING A HUGE SUCCESS:
Mike Costello organised coaching for keepers on Tuesday evening last.It was so very well received by the group of seven who took up the offer,the benefits to them will be evident in time.
We appreciate their participation and Mike's time and dedication.
OBITUARIES:
Our condolences to the family and friends of the recently deceased Ann Kearns{nee Madigan} late of Garryowen and Dooradoyle,beloved wife of Frank and dearest mother of Olivia,Margaret & Kenneth,adored nana to Kenny,Ryan,Robbie,Bradley, Teddy,Brody and the late Milo and loving sister to Mary,Ger,Pat,Paul,Martin,Brian and the late Helen.
Also in our thoughts at this time are the family and friends of the late Noel McMahon of Norwood Park,Noel is a former member of our clubs committee.
Ar dheis De go raibh a n-anam.
THE HARTNETT CONNECTION:
Pictured at our Premier sides recent game with Corbally United at Athlunkard,from left,Mossie Hartnett,Maurice Hartnett and Maurices son Eoin Hartnett.Maurice and Eoin were on vacation in our country in August and September.
Mossie has been a great supporter of our club for almost five decades.His son Maurice played youth and junior with us in the 1970's and 1980's winning a Munster Youth Cup medal in 1976/77 and has lived in the USA since the 1980's.
His brothers Ger and John also lined out with us for many years.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
8,16,22 and 28.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 8700.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Niall Lee, Fairview Rangers AFC
Mike Costello, Fairview Rangers AFC
Ian McNamara, Promoter: Niall Lee
Sean and Steve, Fairview Rangers AFC.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 8800.00 euro.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Saturday October 2nd:
Small sided games:
U9 Red Group:
Panel:
Scott Waters,Clodagh Keane,Adam Duggan,Killian TePou,Dylan Murphy,Billy Moore and Sean Duggan.Panel:
Fairview Rangers v Corbally United
U9 Green Group:
Panel:
Rian McMahon,Bobby Griffin,Shane Dillon,Jayden O'Callaghan,Jack Daly and Cameron Donnan.
Fairview Rangers v Caherconlish AFC
U11 Red Group:
Mungret Regional v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Michael Costello,Daragh Keating,Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy,Mohammed Gabyow,Ben Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Harry Hannon,Jayden Waters,Dion Hannon,Leah Hannon,Harry Sheedy and Dylan Barry.
U11 Brown Group:
Regional United v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Theo Costello,CianGavin,Warren,Goodwin,Michael Graham,Danny Hannon,Charlie Heffernan,Jack Kennedy,Sean Kett,Sophie McGuigan,Liam Meehan,Diarmuid O’Brien,Leon O’Carroll,Fionn O’Driscoll,Oisin O’Connor,Scott Sheehan,Craig Sheehan and Evan Waters.
U13 League,Division one:
Fairview Rangers: 6 Geraldines AFC: 2
Despite lining out without some regulars for various reasons we delivered an outstanding performance against our talented neighbours, posting a 6-2 victory.The visitors started brightly and earned an early lead.We dominated proceedings after the early setback and two superb finishes from the impressive Sean Dunphy put us ahead for the first time.
Chloe Walsh who has been having a fine season thus far added a third before the break to give us a two goal cushion entering the second period.Thomas Hehir continued his rich vein of form in front of goals with another quality brace,the Dines responding before Dylan Mason wrapped up the points with a clinical strike for our final goal of the game.
Chloe Wallace who was drafted in at the eleventh hour was simply magnificent in midfield,Cian Carroll took over the goalkeeping duties and effected some class stops including one from the penalty spot.The game also marked a debut for Jamie Croke and he did not put a foot wrong throughout.
Again,everybody played their part in the win with Thomas Hehir,Chloe Wallace and Sean Dunphy really catching the eye.
Well done to everybody concerned.
Team:
Cian Carroll,Ryan Connolly,Shane Byrne,Ben Kirwin{vice captain},Chloe Wallace,Jamie Fitzgerald,Sean Dunphy{captain},Dylan Mason,Thomas Hehir and Dylan Kett.
Reserves:
Leon Copolla,Adrian Mc Caffery and Jamie Croke.
U13 League,Division three:
Fairview Rangers: 5 Star Rovers: 2
A bright and enterprising start enabled our panel take the lead early on through top scorer Alex Higgins.Star responded well and levelled matters from a free kick.We soon made it 2-1,Jamie McNamara teed up Alex Higgins for his second of the tie.Again,the parish club replied to make it all square for the second time.
The second period witnessed our panel really pressuring our opponents back five and we took the lead for a third time,Jamie McNamara won a ball few would have given him a chance of claiming,then whipping in a peach of a cross for Alex Higgins to finish for his hat trick.It was 4-2 within minutes,Daniel O’Sullivan won possession in midfield before finding Sean Fitzgerald,Sean made a fantastic overlapping run from the full back position and the talented defender blasted home from just inside the area.
With time almost up Daniel O’ Sullivan took possession inside his own half,glided past numerous challenges to net a superb solo effort that was without doubt the goal of the tie.
This was an impressive display by all of our players with Daniel O’Sullivan getting the MOTM award for his powerhouse performance in the engine room.
Starting eleven:
Jack Kiely,Alexandria Sheehy,Ben McInerney,Evan Rice{vice captain},Sean Fitzgerald,Aaron Kennedy,Louie Sheedy{captain},Daniel O'Sullivan,Liam Kiely,Alex Higgins and Jamie Mc Namara.
Substitutes:
Briaín Young,AJ Sheehan and Robbie Cantillon Mann.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION:
Saturday October 2nd:
Premier League:
Fairview Rangers v Ballynanty Rovers
Match postponed due to a covid 19 0utbreak within the Ballynanty Rovers panel.
Sunday October 3rd:
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''B'': 8 Hill Celtic: 1On Sunday afternoon our Premier ''A'' panel made it three wins from three for the club last weekend.The Bees' also maintained their unbeaten start to the season and their place at the summit of the table.AJ Moloney marked his return from injury with four goals in the opening thirty minutes,taking his total to fifteen in five game for this talented attacker.
Not to be outdone Ben O’Shaughnessy continued in similar frame and added another two to his season’s tally,Evans Ezekannagha also impressing with a well taken brace of goals also.Credit to Hill Celtic who battled manfully throughout.
There is some serious talent at Kevin Kirwan’s disposal in this squad.I am sure that there are some on the panel that will make the step up to the Premier team in time.These players are playing at the second highest grade in the local league,a perfect environment to progress their career in junior football.
Well done lads….keep up the good work.
We lined out as follows:
Cian O'Brien,Scott Quaide,Sean Byrnes,Scott Kirwan{captain},Conor McCormack,Leon Kirrane,Zak Sheehan,Josh Shinnors,Ben O'Shaughnessy,David Hannon and AJ Moloney.
Bench:
Cian Fitzgerald,Kyle Brogan,Shane O'Brien,Jamie Greaves,Jason Roche,Kyle Mannion and Evans Ezekannagha.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 12, 2021/2022.
UNDERAGE GOALKEEPING COACHING:
On Tuesday evening from 6.00 pm to 6.30 pm Mike Costello has organised goalie coaching for players at U10,U11 and U12 grades at the Fairgreen.
All welcome.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
2,7,21 and 25.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 8600.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Scott Stewart, Promoter: Niall Lee.
Joan Hurley, Promoter: Andy Sheehan.
Irene Flanagan,Promoter: Rita Garrard.
Stewart Fitzgerald, Fairview Rangers AFC.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 8700.00 euro.
RECENT DEMISES:
Condolences to the friends and family of the late Deirdre Hayes and the recently deceased Bob Boogie,Deirdre's brother Pat was the first bar manager in the Fairgreen commencing in January 1992.Bob was a former referee and referee inspector.
Ar dheis De go raibh a n-anam dilis.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Saturday September 25th:
U8 Blue Group:
Granville Rangers v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Oscar Heffernan,Daire O'Connor,Ben Hannon,Aaron Wallace,Joey Benson,Joey Carty,Joe O'Driscoll,Faye Byrnes O'Dowd,Kyle Duggan,Fabien Brzuszek,Luke O'Driscoll,Cameron Donnan,Robert Fitzgerald and Tristan Quinlivan.
U10 Red Group:
Corbally United v Fairview Rangers
Charlie Heffernan,Aaron Czuba,Ciaran Downey,Ruby McnNamara,Warren O'Callaghan,Jamie Collins,Kyle Kirwin,Scott Sheehan,Logan Higgins and Ryan O'Dwyer.
U10 Green Group:
Shelbourne AFC v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Rian McMahon,Cillian Clohessy,Sadiq Sharif,Dylan Ryan,Liam Canty,James Fitzgerald,Darragh O'Sullivan,Cillian O'Dwyer,Warren Goodwin,Charlie Guerin,Rian Mullins,Alex McInerney,Sean Kett and Luke Kelly.
U12 League,Division one:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Ballynanty Rovers: 1
Despite having the lion’s share of possession we fell behind to a breakaway goal midway through the first half.Our response was excellent and soon we had levelled matters,Liam Kiely powering a low shot past the opposition keeper'.
We continued to press forward in the second half with Aaron Cowhey really shining in this period.Ciaran Maher who really stood out all day long scored with a bullet like effort to give us the lead for the first time.Both sets of defences stood firm from then on, and we emerged victorious by two to one at the final whistle.
Our entire panel were excellent giving the management a welcome headache for future selections.
Panel:
Jack Kiely{captain,rotating},Alexandria Sheehan,Mya Moloney,Sean Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Daniel O'Sullivan{vice captain,rotating},Robbie Cantillon Mann,Mohamed Gabyew,Reuben Hudson,Aaron Cowhey,AJ Sheehan,Alex Egan,Cathal Duggan,Liam Kiely,Alex Higgins,Ben Fitzgerald and Leah Hannon.
U12 League,Division three:
Fairview Rangers: 7 Aisling Annacotty: 1
It took us some time to break down a stubborn visiting rearguard,we had to wait until nearly fifteen minutes in to take the lead,despite dominating,a fine finish from Alex Harvey breaking the deadlock.Five minutes later Harry Hannon scored an excellent headed effort leaving us 2-0 to the good at half time.
Leading by example captain Alex Harvey scored a brace early in the second half to complete his hat-trick,followed by two fine goals from the impressive Dylan Barry and a superb finish by Dion Hannon.Aisling got their just reward towards the end of the tie when they found the net, leaving it 7-1 to us come games end.
Best on the day were Nathan Neylon,Leon O’Carroll,Craig Sheehan and MOTM Alex Harvey.
We lined out:
Kieran Hanafin,Alex Meehan,Leon O'Carroll,Nathan Neylon,Dylan Barry,Craig Sheehan,AJ Czuba,Alex Halvey{captain) and Michael Ozotmena.
Bench:
Harry Hannan,Jack Kennedy,Dion Hannon and Daniel Rainsford.
U14 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Mungret Regional: 1
This tie turned out to be a fantastic game of ball between two evenly matched sides.Mungret Regional began positively but could find no way past a well drilled back five.We began to get on top midway through the half with Eamon Doyle,Josh Campbell and Caleb McNamara pulling the strings in midfield.
We took the lead from a well delivered corner by Chad Molloy which was headed powerfully home by Chloe Wallace.The visitors equalised five minutes later through a breakaway goal.Josh Campbell and Jamie Waters both tested the keeper after that forcing him to make two good saves to keep the game level.
We regained our lead just on half time,Alex Kirwan found Eamon Doyle in space and the talented young man found the top corner leaving it 2-1 to us at the interval.Early in the second half a clever flick from a free kick allowed Alex Kirwan get the goal his efforts deserved to make it 3-1,no further goals in the contest enabled our panel take all three points in what was a physical but fair encounter.
Dion Begley,David Lynch and Rian Donnelly excelled for us.
Our team:
Dion Begley,Alex Kirwan,Rian Hartery,David Lynch{vice captain},Chloe Wallace,Jack McMahon,Jamie Waters,Chad Molloy{captain},Caleb McNamara,Josh Campbell and Eamon Doyle.
In support:
Dylan Kett,Josh Wallace,Ben Kirwan and Conor Hannon.
U14 League,Division two:
Mungret Regional: 4 Fairview Rangers: 3
Our scorers on the day were Lee Hughes,Ryan Phillips and Thomas Hehir.
Everybody played well with Cillian Keane easily the best player on the pitch.
We lined out as follows:
Martin Hourigan,Eric O'Brien{vice captain},Stephen Byrnes,David Fitzpatrick,Cillian Keane,Adam O'Connell,Danny Fitzpatrick,Lee Hughes,Daniel Ozotmena,Thomas Hehir and Ryan Philips.
Substitutes:
Cohen O'Rahilly,Bradley Llewellyn,Tadhg Kavanagh,James McCarthy,Jayden Waters and TJ Power.
U16 Premier League:
Aisling Annacotty: 2 Fairview Rangers: 1
We were right into the game from the start and Jack Nash was unlucky not to score after just five minutes when he shot wide from close range.We didn’t have to wait too long however,Paraic Murphy cut in from the right and fired us ahead with a sublime finish.
Our keeper Jibril Sheehan made several good saves to ensure we went in at half time 0-1 up.The second half was very much an end to end game with both sides having several chances however it was the opposition who scored twice to take the points.
This was a disappointing result for this squad who will be hoping for better fortune next day out.
Jibril Sheehan,Kyle McSweeney and Paraic Murphy were best for our panel.
Team:
Jibril Sheehan{joint captain},Jack Koyce,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams,Paraic Murphy,Jack Nash{joint captain},Tristan Murphy,Ryan O’Callaghan and Leon Campbell.
Reserve:
Sean O’Dwyer.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION:
Saturday September 25th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''B'': 2 Charleville AFC ''A'': 2
Another great game with honours even under lights.The visitors took the lead cancelled out by the recently returned Dave Hannon, with an excellent effort.With just over fifteen minutes to play the Cork side took the lead for a second time.
Just when it looked like our unbeaten record was about to fall a superb long range effort from Ben O’Shaughnessy tied the game at 2-2 deep into injury time.
We commenced as follows:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Josh Shinnors,Conor Mc Cormack,Dean Shinnors,Zak Sheehan,Conor Keane,AJ Moloney,Leon Kirrane and Cian Fitzgerald.
Starting from the bench:
Davy Hannon,Jason Roche,Scott Quaide,Evans Ezekannagha,Ben O'Shaughnessy,Kyle Brogan,Sean Byrnes and Kyle Mannion.
Sunday September 26th:
Munster Youth Cup:
Fairview Rangers: 7 Herbertstown AFC: 2
Marcus Hogan gave us the lead after ten minutes followed quickly by a well struck penalty from Leon Kirrane.Callum Murphy finished well to make it 3-0,Leon Kirrane grabbed his second just before half time to make it 4-0 at the break.
Callum Murphy converted a spot kick awarded for a foul against him to edge our panel 5-0 ahead.Jamie Hannon made it six prior to Herbertstown staged a little comeback with two goals of their own.With time almost up Leon Kirrane grabbed his third of the game.
Everybody concerned contributed to the victory with Leon Kirrane getting the MOTM award.
Starting eleven:
Johnathan Mullaney,Sam Lynch,Adam Keating,Scott Quaid,Fintan O'Kelly,Sean Whelan,Marcus Hogan,Leon Kirrane{captain},Calum Murphy and Matthew TePou.
Replacements:
Emmet Hehir,Conor Browne,Jamie Hannon and Aaron Vaughan.
WE ARE DELIGHTED TO ANNOUNCE THE FORMATION OF A NEW WOMENS TEAM
TRAINING WILL COMMENCE IN JANUARY 2022 TO BEGIN PREPERATIONS TO ENTER COMPETITIVE WOMENS LEAGUE
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE PART OF A NEW TEAM , TAKE ON A NEW CHALLENGE ,
MEET NEW PEOPLE AND KEEP FIT WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU.
EXPERIENCED AND NON EXPERIENCED PLAYERS ARE ALL WELCOME
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OR ANY QUERIES PLEASE CONTACT
SHARON GALVIN ON WHATSAPP 0857857960
TRAINING WILL COMMENCE IN JANUARY 2022 TO BEGIN PREPERATIONS TO ENTER COMPETITIVE WOMENS LEAGUE
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE PART OF A NEW TEAM , TAKE ON A NEW CHALLENGE ,
MEET NEW PEOPLE AND KEEP FIT WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU.
EXPERIENCED AND NON EXPERIENCED PLAYERS ARE ALL WELCOME
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OR ANY QUERIES PLEASE CONTACT
SHARON GALVIN ON WHATSAPP 0857857960
Fairview Rangers in-house Soccer academy coaching programme
We have had considerable interest in phase 2 of our in-house soccer academy and will be ready to start on Monday 4th Oct next.
There are still places available, however, the deadline for applications is next Friday, 24th September.
Anyone interested in signing a child up can contact [email protected]
We have had considerable interest in phase 2 of our in-house soccer academy and will be ready to start on Monday 4th Oct next.
There are still places available, however, the deadline for applications is next Friday, 24th September.
Anyone interested in signing a child up can contact [email protected]
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 11,2021/2022
NEWS ROUND UP
GAYNOR CUP UPDATE:
Well done to Chloe Wallace and Mya Moloney who played for Limerick Desmond in yesterdays Gaynor Cup competition,Limerick enjoyed a good win against Cork with Chloe scoring in a 4-3 success and setting up the winner,well done to both who performed skilfully throughout.
U19 INTERNATIONAL:
Former Fairview Rangers player Jenna Slattery stars for Ireland.
Portugal: 0 Ireland: 1
A sweet strike from Teegan Lynch helped the Republic of Ireland Women's Under-19s claim a 1-0 victory over Portugal in an International Friendly in Lisbon on Saturday last.With the sun beating down at the Portuguese FA headquarters, it was the team wearing green who looked the more comfortable by making smart decisions in possession and covering space off the ball.
Head Coach Dave Connell freshened his team up by making 11 changes from the side that started the narrow 2-1 loss to Norway last Thursday in the first of three games in a mini tournament.
Several of the new faces impressed, including goalkeeper Savanna Duffy who was making her first start for the team, while the centre-back partnership of Jenna Slattery and Abby Tuthill were up for this one.Slattery, who has been sensational of late for Treaty United in the SSE Airtricity Women's National League, won aerial challenges, broke up play and made vital clearances as Portugal threw everything at Ireland early on.
With no breakthrough in sight, Portugal made four changes after the interval but Slattery showed no signs of tiredness as she kept on repelling their every attack.
Ireland were not under pressure for the whole game though and typical of a team coached by Connell they were able to use the transitions and build play to get them higher up the pitch.
One such play came on 52 minutes when Nicole McNamara and Emily Corbet combined to win a free-kick on the left, swung the ball into the penalty area but it was just too high for Slattery as Tuthill dragged defenders away from her with a clever run.
The goal came shortly after that with Lynch dispossesses Portugal defender Ana Cruz just outside the box, controlling the ball and managing to hold off Cruz and Joana Prazeres before finishing with her right foot into the bottom corner of the net.
Portugal attempted to fight back but they could not break through as Duffy made some crucial saves and the late substitutes made by Ireland gave them some energy and stability at the right time.
Next up is a game against Denmark on Monday. Note this one down as an impressive, resilient performance.
Republic of Ireland:
Duffy; O'Kane, Slattery (D Doherty 77), Tuthill (Devaney 77), O'Sullivan; Lynch (Brennan 77), Reynolds (Mangan 90), Slevin (Kinnevey 77), McNamara, Corbet (Watkins 67); E Doherty (McLaughlin 67).
Referee: Teresa Oliveria (Portugal).
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
12,15,17 and 25.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 8500.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Noel Whyte, Fairview Rangers AFC
Robert Lee, Fairview Rangers AFC
John Kiely, Promoter: Niall Lee
Christine Duggan,Promoter: Niall LeeLottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 8600.00 euro.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Saturday September 18th:
U7 Blue Group:
Fairview Rangers v Mungret Regional
Panel:
Adam Hayes,Luke Harmon,Evan Harmon,Isabelle Duggan,Kyle Duggan,Callum Norris,Cillian Maher,Yahye Gabyow,Ben Naughton and Odhran Reed.
U11 Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Pike Rovers
Panel:
Michael Costello,Daragh Keating,Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy,Mohammed Gabyow,Ben Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Harry Hannon,Jayden Waters,Dion Hannon,Leah Hannon,Harry Sheedy and Dylan Barry.
U11 Brown Group:
Fairview Rangers v Shelbourne AFC
Panel:
TheoCostello,CianGavin,Warren,Goodwin,Michael Graham,Danny Hannon,Charlie Heffernan,Jack Kennedy,Sean Kett,Sophie McGuigan,Liam Meehan,Diarmuid O’Brien,Leon O’Carroll,Fionn O’Driscoll,Oisin O’Connor,Scott Sheehan,Craig Sheehan and Evan Waters.
U13 League,Division one:
Carew Park: 0 Fairview Rangers: 7
Credit to Carew Park who fought until the very end and contributed to making this an exciting tie for all in attendance,despite the lopsided scorelineWe held a 0-4 advantage at the break,tacking on three more in the second period.Jamie Fitzgerald helped himself to a stunning treble,Thomas Hehir netted twice and Leon Copolla and Dylan Kett both found the target with fine efforts.
Everybody played well on the day with Jamie Fitzgerald,Thomas Hehir,Shane Byrne and Cian Carroll really impressing.
We lined out:
Cormac Clancy,Ryan Connolly,Darragh Maher,Ben Kirwan{vice captain},David Fitzpatrick,Jamie Fitzgerald,Sean Dunphy{captain},Thomas Hehir,Dylan Kett,Danny Fitzpatrick and Dylan Mason.
Supporting the original selection:
Aidan McCaffrey,Nathan Kelly,Cian Carroll,Shane Byrne and Leon Coppolla.
U13 League,Division three:
Caherconlish AFC: 4 Fairview Rangers: 2
We began well and only for some brilliant goalkeeping from the hosts netminder could well have had a couple of goals during that period.Despite our dominance the vagaries of a football game had us 2-0 down against the run of play.A quickly taken free by Mya Moloney released Alex Higgins to pull one back for our panel with a stunning finish,we levelled matters soon after,Jamie McNamara rose highest from a corner to head home.
Yet again in the second half we were denied on several occasions by the opposition goalkeeper and also conceded two more into the bargain.It was one of those games that never really fell for us having also hit the woodwork twice.I’m sure this talented young side will bounce back from this defeat and return to winning ways very soon.
Panel:
Jack Kiely,Ben McInerney,Evan Rice{vice captain},Mya Moloney,Sean Fitzgerald,Aaron Kennedy,Louie Sheedy{captain},Maks Rozewski,Liam Kiely,Jamie McNamara,Alex Higgins,Briaìn Young,Alexandra Sheehy,AJ Sheehan and Daniel O'Sullivan.
U15 League,Division two:
Bridge Celtic: 2 Fairview Rangers: 4
We almost took an early lead,a superb corner from Chad Molloy had the keeper' scrambling to make a fingertip save,stopping our side from scoring directly from the corner.Soon after Eamon Doyle rattled the crossbar from thirty five yards,two minutes later Scott Griffin was unlucky to not make contact with an Eamon Doyle cross.Our pressure finally paid off,Jack McMahon released Eamon Doyle who slipped it under the keeper to make it 0-1.
The home side equalised shortly into the second half.We did not panic though and regained the advantage,a blocked Rian Hartery shot fell kindly for Eamon Doyle to finish well for his second of the tie.Credit to Bridge Celtic who again levelled the game five minutes later.
Not for the first time,Eamon Doyle scorched past at least four players before burying the ball in the bottom corner giving us the lead for the third time and secure his hat-trick in the process.We secured all three points late on,superb play from Josh Campbell released Caleb McNamara who struck a beauty from twenty yards to seal the win.
Dave Lynch,Chloe Wallace and Jack McMahon really stood out on the day but Eamon Doyle was simply unmarkable throughout and merits the MOTM award.
Our team:
Sean O'Dwyer,Darragh Whelan,Chloe Wallace,Alex Koyce,David Lynch{vice captain},Jack McMahon,Rian Hartery,Jamie Waters,Chad Molloy{captain},Scott Griffin and Eamon Doyle.
Reserves:
Caleb McNamara,Sean Doyle,Alex Hartigan,Josh Wallace and Josh Campbell.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION:
Saturday September 18th:
Munster Junior Cup:
Fairview Rangers ''A'': 6 Aisling Annacotty ''C'': 0
Eoin Duff continued his rich vein of form in front of goals,giving us the lead with just seven minutes played.Two minutes later Eoin Duff set up Conor Coughlan to double our lead.With fifteen minutes elapsed Conor Keane crossed for Conor Coughlan to score his second of the evening.
Ross Mann then netted a fine individual effort,approaching half time Conor Keane was again the provider setting up Eoin Duff for his second of the night leaving our side five goals to the good going into the second period.Only one goal in that second half,arriving midway through it,Conor Coughlan crossed to Jeffrey Judge who finished well.
A good performance by all yet again and it was great to see such a big crowd at the game itself.
We lined out as follows:
Aaron Savage,Scott Kirwan,Mark Cahill,Paul Danaher,Martin Deady,Jeffrey Judge,Conor Coughlan,Mike O'Gorman,Conor Keane,Eoin Duff and Ross Mann.
Replacements:
Jason Cross,Mark Slattery,Shane Duggan,James Fitzgerald,Russell Quirke,Dylan O'Sullivan and AJ O'Connor{captain}.
FAI Youths Cup:
Breska Rovers{Desmond League}: 0 Fairview Rangers: 8
Slow enough to get into any sort of rhythm,all changed though when Leon Kirrane gave us the lead.Further goals from Callum Murphy,Leon Kirrane and Josh McCarthy put us 0-4 up,nearing half time we added two more,Cian Specht netting and then turned provider to create a chance for Callum Murphy to grab his second.0-6 at the short whistle.
In fairness to the home side they featured much more in the tie in the second period but our defence was solid throughout,netminder Conor Browne effected a couple of fine stops also.Leon Kirrane netted his third of the afternoon with Jamie Hannon getting our eighth and final goal of the game with less than five minutes left.
The entire panel played well on the day with Sean Whelan outstanding in midfield and Cian Specht leading the line up front.Again Leon Kirrane grabbed the headlines for his treble.
Team:
Conor Browne,Adam Keating, Scott Quaid,Robert Galligan,Sam Lynch,Sean Whelan,Josh McCarthy,Leon Kirrane{captain},Cian Specht,Mark Ward and Calum Murphy.
In support:
Leon Rushe,Jamie Hannon,Emmet Hehir,Aaron Vaughan,Aijay Vijandran and Jake Griffin.
Sunday September 19th:
Fairview Rangers ''B'': 5 Granville Rangers ''B'': 1
Our final game of the week pitted our Premier ''A'' side with neighbours Granville Rangers ''B'' in the provincial trophy.Another fine performance from our lads earned a win with something to spare.We totally dominated the opening half, finding ourselves 3-0 up at the break.
Into the second period we made it 4-0,Granville replying with a goal of their own on the hour mark.We soon regained our four goal lead and saw out the rest of the game in a comfortable fashion.
Ben O’Shaughnessy was the scorer in chief on the day,netting three,with one coming from the penalty spot.Evan Ezekannagha who was impressive on his introduction scored with an excellent effort,yet again Leon Kirrane finding the net also.
Great to see Jason Roche making a return to the football field,he did not put a foot wrong after he entered the fray.
Our lineup:
Cian O'Brien,Shane O'Brien,Conor McCormack,Sean Byrnes,Dean Shinnors,Leon Kirrane,Cian Fitzgerald,Josh Shinnors,Kyle Mannion,Ben O'Shaughnessy and Jason Roche.
Bench:
Dean Kirwan,Scott Quaid and Evans Ezekannagha.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 10,2021/2022
NEWS ROUND UP:
ACADEMY COACHING PROGRAMME:
We are pleased to announce the second phase of our in-house programme.
Phase TWO of our coaching and development programme will shortly be in place and parents are invited to apply for a place for their child. Shane Duggan will again head the programme and it is intended to have this ready to commence from Monday 4th October.
The schedule will be held on Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 5.00 pm to 6.00 pm at the Fairgreen.This phase will again be a six week one,tailored to meet the age group requirement and skill levels of those attending.
The cost will be €50.00 per child,payable by bank transfer prior to the start of the programme.
Parents and guardians are invited to send a completed Expression of Interest Form to [email protected] The forms are available from [email protected]
Numbers continue be limited due to covid19 restrictions,parents are advised to get their applications in as quickly as possible.
MEMBERSHIP FEES 2021/2022 SEASON:
Little Kickers U5,U6 and U7:
€50.00
Schoolboys and Schoolgirls,U8 to U17:
€80.00
Junior and youth team players:
€80.00
Team managers:
€25.00
Committee members:
€50.00
Social members:
€40.00
OAP’s:
€25.00Our club have partnered with a company called Club Force who will facilitate membership payment through a newly developed app,over the coming weeks more details of how this works will be disseminated.
The amounts due must be paid by October 31st.
GIRLS ACTIVITIES CONTINUE:
Following a very successful opening session training will again take place this Friday from 5.00 pm to 6.00 pm on our all weather playing surface.
To register player interest for U9’s and U11’s or for any other queries please contact [email protected]
TEAM CAPTAINS 2021/2022
Premier team: AJ O’Connor
Premier ‘’A’’ team: Scott Kirwan
Youth team: Leon Kirrane
U17: Fintan O’Kelly
U16{joint captains}: Jack Nash and Jibril Sheehan
U15 Division one: Sean O’Dwyer
vice captain: Sean Foley
U14 Premier : Chad Molloy
vice captain: David Lynch
U14 Division two: Gavin McNamara
vice captain: Eric O’Brien
U13 Premier: Sean Dunphy
vice captain: Ben Kirwan
U13 Division two: Louie Sheedy,
vice captain: Evan Rice
U12 Division one: rotating captaincy
U12 Division three: Alex Halvey
INTERNATIONAL CALL UP:
Former player Jenna Slattery,now of National League side Treaty United has been selected on the Irish U19 squad for the upcoming international friendly games in Lisbon,September 13th to September 22nd.
We add our congratulations to the long list of well wishes.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
12,16,23 and 24.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 8400.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Linda Judge, Fairview Rangers AFC
Plum McManus, Promoter: Noel Whyte
Pat Reidy, Promoter: Noel Whyte
Joan Prendergast, Promoter: Brian Greaney
Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 8500.00 euro.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Monday September 6th:
U13 League,Division one:
Pike Rovers: 2 Fairview Rangers: 0
This was a tight affair with very little between the two sides.In fact the tie was only really decided when our hosts netted their second with virtually the last kick of the game.
A good team performance from our panel and had we any luck in front of goals we could well have taken at least a share of the spoils.
Best for our squad:
Ben Kirwan,Ryan Connolly,Rory Bulman,Cormac Clancy and Nathan Kelly.
Team:
Cormac Clancy,Ryan Connolly,Darragh Maher,David Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan{vice captain},Jamie Fitzgerald,Sean Dunphy{captain},Dylan Mason,Danny Fitzpatrick,Dylan Kett and Thomas Hehir.
In support:
Rory Bullman,Cian Carroll,Shane Byrne,Nathan Kelly,Aidan McCaffrey and Leon Coppolla.
U13 League,Division three:
Fairview Rangers: 6 Mungret Regional: 0
We took the lead as early as the second minute with a superb long range effort from Maks Rozewski.It was 2-0 shortly after when the same player grabbed his second,heading home a Louie Sheedy corner kick.Just on half time Jamie McNamara netted for the second consecutive game.
A couple of changes for the second half showed just how strong our panel is,Alexandra Sheehy simply superb after her introduction.Alex Higgins made it 4-0 with another shot from just outside the penalty area,both AJ Sheehan and Brian Young were most unfortunate to not find the target just after.
Liam Kiely weaved his way into the box before being fouled,Aaron Kennedy gave the opposing keeper no chance from the resultant spot kick.Daniel O’Sullivan got the sixth and final goal of the tie with a looping effort from twenty yards.
A solid showing all around,Evan Rice’s performance rightly earned him MOTM.
We lined up as follows:
Jack Kiely,Ben McInerney,Evan Rice{vice captain},Mya Moloney,Sean Fitzgerald,Aaron Kennedy,Louie Sheedy{captain},Maks Rozewski,Liam Kiely,Jamie McNamara and Alex Higgins.
Substitutes:
Briaìn Young,Alexandra Sheehy,AJ Sheehan and Daniel O'Sullivan.
Saturday September 11th:
U8 Blue Group:
Fairview Rangers v Ballynanty Rovers
Panel:
Oscar Heffernan,Daire O'Connor,Ben Hannon,Aaron Wallace,Joey Benson,Joey Carty,Joe O'Driscoll,Faye Byrnes O'Dowd,Kyle Duggan,Fabien Brzuszek,Luke O'Driscoll,Cameron Donnan,Robert Fitzgerald and Tristan Quinlivan.
U12 League,Division one:
Mungret Regional: 0 Fairview Rangers: 9
Ciaran Maher and Ben Fitzgerald were simply magnificent in front of goals, grabbing three goals each over the course of the tie.Cathal Duggan showed great awareness to score also, with AJ Sheehan skipping past three challenges before finding the net while Reuban Hudson also weaved his way past tackle after tackle to score a fine individual effort.
On another day the home side could well have scored a few of their own but our defence of Jack Kiely,Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy and Sean Fitzgerald were simply brilliant throughout.In midfield Mohamed Gabyew and Ross Cantillon Mann dominated for long periods also.
Panel:
Jack Kiely,Alexandria Sheehan,Mya Moloney,AJ Sheehan,Sean Fitzgerald{captain,rotating},Leah Hannon,Daniel O'Sullivan,Ben Fitzgerald and Robbie Cantillon Mann.
Reserves:
Mohamed Gabyew,Cathal Duggan,Reuben Hudson and Ben Fitzgerald.
U12 League,Division three:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Pike Rovers: 4
Pike took an early lead in this one but Craig Sheehan struck a peach close to half time to leave it all square at the break.Nothing worked for us despite our best efforts in the second half,our opponents finding the net three times in that second period.Although defeat was our lot our panel gave everything in what was a highly entertaining game.
Starting nine:
Kieran Hanafin,Alex Meehan,Leon O'Carroll,Nathan Neylon,Dylan Barry,Harry Hannon,Craig Sheehan,AJ Czuba and Alex Halvey{captain).
Bench:
Sophie McGuigan,Michael Costello,Jack Kennedy,Evan Waters,Dion Hannon,Daniel Rainsford,Cian Gavin and Daragh Keating.
U14 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 7 Shelbourne AFC: 0
We began well but found the visiting keeper in inspired form,eventually we got our just reward,Jack McMahon and Chad Molloy combined well to release Eamon Doyle who finished in style.Thereafter the opposition netminder denied us on several occasions, leaving us in front 1-0 at half time.
We doubled our lead early in the second half,Caleb McNamara finished clinically followed almost immediately by a long range effort from Chad Molloy.Eamon Doyle grabbed his second of the day with a superb individual effort.
A surging run by Josh Campbell saw him brought down inside the penalty area,Jamie Waters duly obliged from the spot for our fifth.Chloe Wallace made it six converting from a Chad Molloy corner with Ben Kirwan scoring the final goal of the game after his brother Alex was denied with the original effort.
All the panel played well with eye catching performances from David Lynch and Dylan Kett,Rian Donnelly was outstanding all through and deservedly gets the MOTM accolade.
We took to the field as follows:
Dion Begley,Darragh Whelan,Rian Hartery,David Lynch{vice captain},Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy{captain},Chloe Wallace,Caleb McNamara,Josh Campbell,Jamie Waters and Eamon Doyle.
Substitutes:
Conor Hannon,Dylan Kett,Ben Kirwan,Josh Wallace and Alex Kirwan.
U14 League,Division two:
Moyross United: 3 Fairview Rangers: 2
A narrow defeat in a very physical game.Our goals were scored by Ryan Phillips and James Murphy scored a free kick from the half way line.
Man of the match was Jayden Waters.
Our starting lineup:
Martin Hourigan,James Murphy,Eric O'Brien{captain},Stephen Byrnes,Lee Hughes,Cohen O'Rahilly,Jayden Waters,Tadhg Kavanagh,Adam O'Connell,Thomas Hehir and Ryan Philips.
Supporting the original selection:
Daniel Ozokmena,Louie Sheedy,Ben McInerney and Maximilian Rozewski.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION:
Wednesday September 8th:
U17 League,Division one:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Caherdavin Celtic: 0
In very wet and somewhat windy playing conditions we could well have taken an early lead,some fine build up play witnessed Mark Ward’s strike forcing the opposition keeper effect a fine stop.Our pressure finally paid off though,Callum Keane finished well with twenty minutes elapsed.1-0 to us at half time and it undoubtedly should have been more.
The second half saw our group step up the pressure considerably,though despite numerous opportunites it took quite a while to get to 2-0,Adam Keating and Mark Ward combined for the latter to cross to Aijay Vijandran bravely headed home.Caherdavin never gave up,but could find no way past a well drilled home defence in which Fintan O’Kelly and Adam Keating shone.
It was 3-0 on seventy minutes,a surging run by Pauric Murphy allowed him feed Callum Murphy who duly obliged for his second of the evening.The final goal,an absolute stunner arrived from Adam Keating,his thunderous shot gave the visiting keeper no chance.
A fine performance by all concerned particularly in the second half,Adam Keating’s contribution rightfully earning him the MOTM accolade.
Congratulations to Fintan O’Kelly who has been selected as captain for this side.
Starting eleven:
Johnathan Mullaney,Adam Keating,Cameron O'Grady,Fintan O'Kelly{captain},Jake Griffin,Emmet Hehir,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Jamie Hannon,Calum Murphy and Aijay Vijandra.
Reserves:
Robbie Rooney,Pauric Murphy,Blake Campbell,Chulainn Williams and Conor Browne.
Sunday September 12th:
FAI JUNIOR CUP:
Moyross United: 3 Fairview Rangers: 5
We settled into the game quickly and took the lead with ten minutes having elapsed,AJ O’Connor finished to the net after a goalmouth scramble.With less than twenty minutes on the clock and it was 0-2,Conor Coughlan converting a spot kick after Mickey O’Gorman was fouled in the penalty area.Not long after Conor Coughlan had what appeared to be a legitimate claim for a second penalty waved away.
Conor Coughlan turned provider to put us 0-3 up,finding Eoin Duff in space and the young forward gave the keeper no chance with a superb finish.Moyross to their credit kept battling away and grabbed a goal of their own to make it 1-3.Excellent play by Martin Deady created a chance for Ross Mann but his effort was well saved by the Moyross keeper', but the ever alert Eoin Duff was on hand to finish the rebound.
With twenty minutes the go a surging run and cross was volleyed home to the roof of the net by Conor Coughlan for his second of the tie.Credit yet again to the home side who added two more goals late on in the game leaving it 3-5 in our favour at the final whistle.
Jamie Enright and Martin Deady were solid all day in their full back roles with AJ O’Connor Shane Duggan and Mickey O’Gorman to the fore in the midfield.Up front Mann’s pace caused problems all day long for the Moyross rearguard,Eoin Duff had an uncanny knack of being in the right place at the right time to score.
Team selection:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Martin Deady,Mark Slattery,John Mullane,AJ O'Connor{captain},Shane Duggan,Conor Coughlan,Ross Mann,Eoin Duff and Mike O'Gorman.
Starting from the bench:
Paul Danaher,Jeffrey Judge,Conor Keane,Jason Cross,Cian O'Brien,Mark Cahill and James Fitzgerald.
FAI U17 Cup:
Geraldines AFC: 1 Fairview Rangers: 11We were 0-6 up by the time Geraldines got on the scoresheet through a penalty kick but that mattered little as we went on to find the net five more times before the final whistle.
Scorers:
Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Jamie Hannon,Pauric Murphy,Aijay Vijandran,Emmet Hehir,Chulainn Williams{2},Mark Ward,Fintan O’Kelly with a spectacular bicycle kick and Calum Murphy.
Our team:
Conor Browne,Pauric Murphy,Fintan O'Kelly{captain},Cameron O'Grady,Adam Keating,Blake Campbell,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Viyay Vijandran,Jamie Hannon and Robbie Rooney.
Replacements:
Chulainn Williams,Jake Griffin,Emmet Hehir and Calum Murphy.
TUOHY CUP DRAW:
Quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Geraldines AFC or Janesboro United.
FAIRVIEW RANGERS GIRLS TEAMS
We are delighted to kick-off our first training session for our new girls teams
Training will take place on Friday 10th September from 5pm-6pm All Weather Pitch
To register player interest for U9’s and U11’s
or any other queries please contact [email protected]
Looking forward to seeing you all on the day
NEWSLETTERS NUMBER 7 & 8,2021/2022.
CHLOE SELECTED FOR U15 TRIALS:
Terry Waters on behalf of our club recently presented Chloe Wallace with a club training top to mark her selection for the Irish School girls International team trials,over two trial games and sessions recently,Chloe scored a goal and acquitted herself very well.We are all delighted for her,she is a top talent and has a brilliant attitude to accompany her skills.
We wish her well.
Also well done to Eamon Doyle who played his first game recently with the FAI emerging talent U14 squad.
SHARON GALVIN JOINS THE FAIRGREEN FOLD:
Fairview Rangers are delighted to welcome the talented Sharon Galvin on board.Sharon, formally of Limerick Belles FC,will join Fairview Rangers dedicated underage development team,with specific responsibilities for promoting and developing girls football within the club.
Fairview Rangers are in the process of establishing girls teams at U9 and U11 to compete in the LDSL girls leagues. Those wishing to have their girls take part in what will be an exciting and enjoyable activity should contact club secretary, Brian Greaney. Or email; [email protected] for further information.
FAI ACKNOWLEDGE CLUB CONTRIBUTION:
Dear Venue Coordinator,
The Football Association of Ireland would like to take this opportunity to thank you wholeheartedly for your hard work and support for our 2021 INTERSPORT Elverys FAI Summer Soccer Schools campaign. 32,000 children got to enjoy a wonderful camp experience in the midst of concern and caution as we all continue to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.Without your support, we would not have been able to deliver 383 camps nationwide across the eight weeks.
We are hugely grateful to have had the pleasure of being able to use your wonderful facilities that of course needed to be adapted in line with the FAI Safer Return to Train protocols to ensure a safe environment for children. Your experience and knowledge of your club’s community have been invaluable to our administrative staff and Development Officers in the preparation and delivery of the programme.
We hope you have felt the same emotions that we feel in providing children with the opportunity to return to the simple joy of playing football and meet to with friends who they have been forced to be distanced from over the last eighteen months. We hope that we can go from strength to strength with you once more in 2022.
Yours in sport, and on behalf of the FAI Summer Soccer Schools team.
Jonathan Hill
CEO.
INAUGURAL GOLF CLASSIC:
Our initial venture was a resounding success and we are deeply grateful to all the participating teams and the local businesses who supported the outing in huge numbers,also those associated with the grand draw who supplied the various prizes for both the raffle and the golf classic.
A big thank you to all of you.
A sincere expression of gratitude to the organisers within our club who devoted so much of their time over the last six months in preparation for the event.It was a terrific two days enjoyed by everybody,well done gentlemen.
Whilst in congratulatory mode,felicitaions to Stewart Fitzgerald on his recent big{ish} birthday,Niall Lee too is still beaming from ear to ear following Young Munster RFC's most recent success in the Munster Senior Cup.
GOLF CLASSIC PRIZE WINNERS:
Ist: Lahinch{both courses}gift card:
Damien Logan.
2nd: Quartet of tickets for a Munster game in the European Champions Cup:
Bay Enterprises.
3rd: 43 '' Sony smart tv:
The Acres.
4th: Doonbeg golf course gift card and dinner in Tubridys:
Clifton Carey.
5th: Dromoland golf course 4 ball gift card:
Dara Clancy.
6th: Castletroy GC 4 ball gift card:
Four Elms.
7th: Limerick GC 4 ball gift card and e100.00 meal voucher:
Paul O'Donnell.
8th: Dundrum GC 4 ball:
Jason Payne.
9th: Ballyneety GC 4 ball:
Brian Cummins.
10th: St. Margarets GC 4 ball:
Craig Madigan.
11th: Woodstock GC 4 ball:
F and G Motor Factors.
12th: Clontarf GC 4 ball:
Dermot Hogan.
13th: Shannon GC 4 ball:
Jimmy O'Brien.
14th: Kilkee GC 4 ball:
Aviva.
Nearest the pin,Newcastle West GC 4 ball:
Jimmy O'Brien.
Longest Drive,Newcastle West GC 4 ball:
Rick Harty.
Par 3 challenge.Galway Bay GC 4 ball:
Niall McNamara.
Par 3 challenge,Ennis GC 4 ball:
Brian Greaney.
Inter Club,Heritage GC 4 ball:
Parkville FC.
GOLF CLASSIC GRAND RAFFLE RESULTS:
Dunnes Stores e250.00 gift card:
Gary Stack.
Specsavers e150.00 gift voucher:
Ann Fitzgerald.
Specsavers e100.00 gift voucher:
Mike Costelloe.
Signed Munster Rugby jersey:
Eddie O'Donovan.
Signed Arsenal jersey:
Joe Manahan.
Signed Limerick hurling jersey:
Jack Flynn.
Drinks hamper:
Hugh Brogan.
Cadburys hamper:
Martin Burke.
Cadburys hamper:
Chloe Graham.
Petmania voucher:
Gearoid Greaney.
Maplewood fire pizza voucher:
Sean Pearse.
Esquire Menswear gift card:
Abigail Ryan.
Bushmills whiskey pack:
Eoin O'Hagan.
Wine Selection:
Kevin O'Connell.
Dooradoyle gym three month membership:
Brian Buckley.
McGurks golf duffle bag:
Eddie O'Donovan.
Talita Beauty Academy e100.00 voucher:
Dion Lipper.
Eden hair studio voucher:
Dan Coffey.
Ger Pickford e100.00 voucher:
Laura Gorby.
Atlas fitness pack:
Vivian Griffin.
Fairgreen Service Station e25.00 fuel voucher:
Padraic Reidy.
Hennessy brandy:
Gerry Ryan.
FAI JUNIOR CUP DRAW:
First round:
Moyross United v Fairview Rangers:
FAI YOUTH CENTENARY CUP:
First round:
Breska Rovers v Fairview Rangers
MUNSTER JUNIOR CUP DRAW:
Preliminary round:
Corbally United ''A'' v Fairview Rangers ''A'',the winners have been drawn at home to Aisling Annacotty ''C'' in round one.
Also in round one,Fairview Rangers ''B'' v Dromore Celtic:
Second round:
Fairview Rangers ''B'' or Dromore Celtic v Granville Rangers ''B'' or Castle Rovers AFC.
Corbally United ''A'' or Fairview Rangers ''A'' or Aisling Annacotty ''C'' v Mungret Regional ''B'' or Granville Rangers ''A''.
MUNSTER YOUTH CUP DRAW:
First round:
Fairview Rangers v Herbertstown AFC:
Second round:
Pallas United or Charleville AFC v Fairview Rangers or Herbertstown AFC.
OBITUARY:
We would like to offer our condolences to the family and friends of the late Darren McCarthy of Rhebogue,Darrens brother Robert lined out for our Premier team in the past.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
1,4,21 and 23.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 8200.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Alice King, Promoter: Tony Meehan.
Ciara Finnan, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Niall O'Connor, Fairview Rangers AFC.
John Haran, Promoter: Niall Lee.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 8300.00 euro.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Saturday August 21st:
U15 League,Division Two:
Fairview Rangers: 5 Corbally United: 0
We began brightly and following a succession of corners we took the lead when a fine flowing move saw Rian Donnelly find Caleb McNamara who finished in style.We made it 2-0 soon afterwards,Chad Molloy’s corner kick sailed all the way to the net.Our third occurred within another short timeframe,Chloe Wallace unleashed a rocket that was saved but we regained possession and netted with a clinical finish from Scott Griffin.
Early in the second half Chloe Wallace scored the goal of the game with an absolute belter from all of thirty yards.The tally became 5-0 late on,Chad Molloy finished to the bottom corner of the net.Corbally United were denied at the death by a fantastic double save from Sean O’Dwyer to keep our clean sheet intact.
Caleb McNamara,Jack McMahon,Alex Koyce were excellent all through with Chad Molloy giving a MOTM performance.
We lined out:
Sean O'Brien,Darragh Whelan,Josh Wallace,Alex Koyce,Sean Foley,Jack McMahon,Eamon Doyle,Chloe Wallace,David Lynch,Chad Molloy and Caleb McNamara.
Substitutes:
Scott Griffin,Alex Hartigan,Alex Kirwan,Sean Doyle,Jamie Waters,Rian Hartery and Conor Hannon.
Monday August 23rd:
U16 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Caherdavin Celtic: 0
Patrik Dimowski and Leon Campbell were quickly into the game with both attacking down the wings and putting in some excellent crosses from which ensued several chances but no goal. Jack Nash had a couple of fine shots but was just off target on both occasions.While we had the lions share of the play it was 0-0 at half time.
We re-emerged determined to get an early score.A long clearance by Cameron O'Grady ten minutes in caused panic in the opposition defence and Jack Nash pounced to score to put our side 1-0 to the good.Jack Koyce had a chance to add another but his fine shot was deflected wide.We were well on top at this stage with Tristan Murphy and Ryan O’Callaghan unlucky on a couple of occasions not to add to the tally.
It was 2-0 ten minutes to go though,Kyle McSweeney cleared from a corner and found Jack Nash on half way,he rounded a pair of defenders before squaring for the in rushing Chulainn Williams to finish to the net.
Jack Nash had an excellent match and his work rate was off the charts on a very warm summers evening and was our MOTM,Jibril Sheehan was excellent in goals while Jack Koyce,Sean Madden and Callum Kiely also enjoyed fine games.
We lined out as follows:
Jibril Sheehan,Sean Madden,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams,Jack Koyce,Ryan O’Callaghan,Jack Nash,Patrik Dimowski and Leon Campbell.
Supporting the original selection:
Tristan Murphy
Wednesday August 25th:
U15 League,Division Two:
Summerville Rovers: 2 Fairview Rangers: 2
A repeat of the recent cup final for our second game of the season.A massive battle was expected and it proved that and some more.Despite having played a game on Saturday last we started very slowly and allowed the home side to dominate territory.Captain Sean O'Dwyer made a couple of early saves that kept the score at nil all. Both teams started to create chances but some excellent goalkeeping and some not so clinical finishing kept the clash scoreless.
Sean Madden was excellent at centre half and made a number of interceptions as we gradually gained a dominating foothold in the game with Eamon Doyle and Chad Molloy becoming more prominent.Half time arrived without a goal.
Again for some reason we restarted slowly and allowed Summerville the ascendancy as our panel were really struggling to play football in our customary manner. Jack McMahon who worked tirelessly all game started to dominate in the midfield and that allowed us to get the ball down and play more in Summerville's half.With the game very finely balanced we conceded a soft goal,an attempted clearance found the back of our own net.This seemed to shock us and we were soon two behind when a low corner was allowed across our goal allowing for a simple tap in at the back post.
Again this young team with eight of the starting eleven U14 players showed great spirit and roared back into the game.We started to push Summerville back and a couple of half chances went abegging.Jack McMahon struck a fierce free kick from the edge of the box' and a fine save from the Summerville keeper ensued.
With time running out excellent quick thinking from Sean Madden released Darragh Whelan down the right,his first time balled released Chad in the penalty area and a poorly timed tackle meant the referee had no hesitation in pointing to the spot.Up stepped Jack McMahon and coolly slotted the ball home.We drove on again and created a couple of half chances with Scott Griffin going close on two occasions.With time running out we broke again,Rian Donnelley was fouled in the area again the official awarded the penalty kick.MOTM Jack McMahon again converted to earn a draw for our panel despite both sides going hard at the end in an effort to win the tie
Sean Madden and Sean O'Dwyer were also excellent in a very good team showing.A good experience for this young team but again as shown last season this team never stops trying.
Finally congratulations to Chloe on an excellent display in Dublin with the Irish U15 games,she is a real star in the making.
Our combination:
Sean O'Dwyer,Darragh Whelan,Rian Hartery,Sean Madden,Alex Koyce,Jack McMahon,Eamon Doyle,Jamie Waters,Josh Campbell,Chad Molloy and Caleb McNamara.
Bench:
Josh Wallace,Sean Doyle,Alex Hartigan,Scott Griffin,Dion Begley,Jack Costelloe and David Lynch.
Saturday August 28th:
U13 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 8 Shelbourne FC: 0
PRO John Carey witnessed much of this game himself and feels great credit is due to the management team and the players.They play an attractive brand of football and always try and find a player in space.An amazing first half showing had our panel 6-0 up at the break.
Two more quality strikes in the second half witnessed our panel run out 8-0 winners against an opposition that kept going until the final whistle and whose spirit was admirable.
Our scorers on the day were:
Thomas Hehir with a fine treble,Dylan Kett notched a brace and one each for Ben Kirwan,Nathan Kelly and Sean Dunphy.A fine team performance all round with Thomas Hehir,Darragh Maher,Ben Kirwan and Danny Fitzpatrick impressing throughout.
We took to the field:
Cormac Clancy,Ryan Connolly,Ben Kirwan,David Fitzpatrick,Jamie Fitzgerald,Sean Dunphy,Danny Fitzpatrick,Dylan Mason,Thomas Hehir and Dylan Kett and Shane Byrne.
Reserves:
Darragh Maher,Leon Coppolla,Rory Bullman,Aidan McCaffrey and Nathan Kelly.
U13 League, Division Three:
Caherdavin Celtic:1 Fairview Rangers: 5
A fine performance by all concerned was commenced with a lead on fifteen minutes,Aaron Kennedy bulged the net from a free kick awarded when Alex Higgins was impeded after rounding the opposition keeper.Alex Higgins and debutant Jamie McNamara were unlucky not to add to our lead.
Early in the second period of play we made it 2-0,a defence splitting pass from Aaron Kennedy fell to Alex Higgins who finished in style.Credit to the home side who pulled one back after that with a fine goal.We responded positively as Alex Higgins netted his second of the day to make it 1-3.Liam Kiely and Louie Sheedy were really bossing' the game now and we increased our lead further with another fine effort from Jamie McNamara.Just on full time Alex Higgins completed his hat-trick leaving the view' 1-5 victors at the final whistle.
Best on the day for us were:
Mya Moloney,Louie Sheedy with Aaron Kennedy and Alex Higgins sharing the MOTM award.
U15 League,Division Two:
Newport Town: 2 Fairview Rangers: 8
As early as the opening minute Darragh Whelan and Scott Griffin combined to set up Josh Campbell whose effort shaved the post.We eventually found the target on fifteen minutes after some fine approach play Eamon Doyle finished to the corner of the net.Within a couple of minutes it was 0-2,Chad Molloy volleyed a Scott Griffin cross home.Eamon Doyle made it 0-3 with his second of the game after being set up by Chloe Wallace.Close to the half time Jack McMahon teed up Josh Campbell to establish a 0-4 advantage at the break.
Jack McMahon made it five early in the second half,with Sean Madden,excellent in the heart of defence all through making it 0-6.Newport never gave up and deservedly notched two great goals themselves,we responded with Alex Kirwan heading powerfully home for our seventh.The final goal arrived late on,Chad Molloy cruised past four players to net a fine individual goal leaving it 2-8 in our favour at game's end.
Darragh Whelan,Scott Griffin and Eamon Doyle caught the eye with their excellent play,but Chad Molloy deservedly got the MOTM award.
Starting eleven:
Sean O'Dwyer,Darragh Whelan,Rian Hartery,Alex Koyce,Sean Madden,Jack McMahon,Chloe Wallace,Chad Molloy,Scott Griffin,Alex Kirwan and Eamon Doyle.
Supporting the initial selection:
Sean Foley,Caleb McNamara,Josh Wallace,Jack Costelloe,Josh Campbell,Alex Hartigan and Sean Doyle.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION:
Wednesday August 18th:
U17 League,Division One:
Ballynanty Rovers v Fairview Rangers,game postponed.
Thursday August 19th:
Premier League:
Coonagh United: 1 Fairview Rangers: 2
The home team set their stall out early,packing their defence and relying on breakaways to try and create some opportunities for themselves.The tactic worked well enough for the home side in the first half and although dominating possession we struggled somewhat to break down the home defence.
That all changed early in the second period,Shane Duggan marked his return to club colours with a fine goal.Conor Coughlan converted a spot kick to give us a 0-2 advantage,Coonagh pulling one back late on.
Another good away win for our lads with Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge,AJ O’Connor,AJ Moloney and Conor Coughlan catching the eye with their performances.
Team:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Jason Cross,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor{captain},Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge,Mike O'Gorman,Conor Coughlan,AJ Moloney and Adan Frahill.
In support:
Mark Cahill,Eoin Duff,Paul Danaher,Cian O'Brien and Conor McCormack.
Friday August 20th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Murroe AFC: 0 Fairview Rangers ''B'': 1
A gritty performance by our Premier ''A'' side was decided by an AJ Moloney strike,one which brought his tally to six goals in four matches.
Our starting lineup:
Cian O'Brien,Shane Mulready, Scott Kirwan{captain},Craig Madigan,Sean Byrnes,Sean Connelly,Zak Sheehan,Cian Fitzgerald,Jack Foley,Conor Keane and AJ Moloney.
Back up squad:
Dean Shinnors,Josh Shinnors and Evans Ezerkadh.
Youth League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 11 Herberstown: 0
Credit to the county side who battled until the final whistle and only for some excellent defensive work by Eddie Whelan’s side the visitors could well have netted on a couple of occasions themselves.Mark Ward put us in front inside five minutes and the same player doubled our lead soon after.Leon Kirrane then struck a fine brace with Mark Ward completing his trio of goals before the interval.
Leon Kirrane netted the next three goals taking his tally to five for the game,followed by fine efforts from Fintan O’Kelly,Rob Galligan and Callum Murphy to round off the scoring.All concerned played well in the tie with Leon Kirrane getting a special mention for his incredible five goals.
We started:
Jonathan Mullany,Oisin O'Connor,Fintan O'Kelly,Scott Quaide,Robert Galligan,Sean Whelan,Josh McCarthy,Leon Kirrane,Cian Specht,Mark Ward and Callum Murphy.
Bench:
Emmet Hehir.Leon Rushe and Conor Browne.
Tuesday August 24th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Newport Town: 1 Fairview Rangers ''B'': 5
Level 1-1 at the break,we really hit the ground running in the second half half netting four without reply.Once again AJ Moloney showed how lethal he can be in front of goals grabbing all five with two coming from the penalty spot.
Bets for us were:
Scott Kirwan,Craig Madigan,Conor Keane and MOTM AJ Moloney.
Our starting lineup:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Sean Byrnes,Craig Madigan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Dean Shinnors,Zak Sheehan,Evans Ezerkadh,Jack Foley,Conor Keane and AJ Moloney.
Starting from the bench:
Stan Ezerkadh,Shane o Brien and Shane Mulready.
Youth League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 8 Regional United: 4
We began extremely well and took the lead on ten minutes with a good finish from Leon Kirrane.The same player showed great skill soon after doubling our lead with a deft chip from twenty yards.Cian Specht made it 3-0 and Josh McCarthy added a fourth for us after some great work from Callum Murphy.Not long before the break Cian Specht grabbed his second earning our panel a 5-0 lead at the break.
Game over you would have thought.However,the visitors hit us with everything they had and incredibly brought the game back to 5-4.We eventually settled,regained our composure and Cian Specht grabbed his third of the evening taking the wind out of the sails of the opposition in the process.The same player grabbed another two for a remarkable five goal haul for the talented target man leaving it 8-4 at full time.
A great game with no quarter asked or given,in what was a hard but fair encounter.Special mention for the man in the middle who had a fine outing also.
Team selection:
Jonathan Mullany,Sam Lynch,Jake Griffin,Scott Quaide,Rob Galligan,Sean Whelan,Leon Kirrane,Josh McCarthy,Cian Specht,Mark Ward and Callum Murphy.
Backing up the original selection:
Adam Keating,Emmet Hehir,Jamie Hannon and Conor Browne.
Thursday August 26th:
Premier League:
Regional United: 3 Fairview Rangers: 2
The home side took the lead inside two minutes cancelled out by a Jeffrey Judge effort leaving it all square at the break.Again,Regional took an early lead in the second half,with AJ Moloney netting for his sixth consecutive game,restoring parity.
We took control after that and both AJ Moloney and Conor Keane were denied giving us the lead by some superb stops by the home netminder.With under five minutes on the clock Regional netted giving us little time to respond.
Best for our panel:
Jamie Enright,AJ Moloney and Jeffrey Judge.
We commenced as follows:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Mark Slattery,Paul Danaher,James Fitzgerald,Jeffrey Judge,Conor Coughlan,Shane Duggan,AJ Moloney,Conor Keane and Russell Quirke.
In support of the initial selection:
Mark Cahill,Cian Fitzgerald,Jason Cross,Conor McCormack and Cian O'Brien.
U17 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers v Caherdavin Celtic,postponed,no referee available.
Saturday August 28th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''B'': 4 Carew Park ''A'': 2
Our Premier ''A'' panel maintained their 100% record with a well deserved win.We took the lead in the fifth minute with a clinical finish from James Greaves.We doubled our advantage on twenty five minutes,Leon Kirrane scored a peach from twenty yards leaving us the brace ahead at the break.
Another cracker from long range by AJ Moloney,making it eight games on the bounce for the talented player to find the net,gave us a 3-0 lead.Carew reduced the deficit soon after but another cracking effort from James Greaves regained our three goal margin.Carew made it 4-2 with ten to play but it was too little too late and Kevin Kirwan’s side ran out deserved winners in the end.
A solid panel performance was the key to victory.
Team:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Sean Byrnes,Craig Madigan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Dean Shinnors,Leon Kirrane,Cian Fitzgerald,Josh Shinnors,James Greaves and AJ Moloney.
Substitutes:
Conor McCormack,Shane O'Brien and Evans Ezerkadh.
Sunday August 29th:
Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Janesboro United: 1
We took a deserved lead on twenty two minutes when yet again AJ Moloney found the target,this time from a Conor Coughlan cross.Ten minutes later it was all square when a moments indecision left Janesboro in to equalise.
On the stroke of half time Russell Quirke was quickest to react to a stop by the Boro' net minder and lifted the ball over the keeper to restore our lead.Midway through the third quarter it was 3-1,Conor Coughlan’s shot took a deflection and looped over the keeper and double our lead in the process.Chances came and went but the score remained the same until the final whistle.
Best for the view':
Jamie Enright,Conor Coughlan,AJ Moloney,Shane Duggan and Jeffrey Judge.
Our team:
Aaron Savage,Scott Kirwan,Mark Slattery, John Mullane,Shane Duggan,Jeffrey Judge,Conor Coughlan,AJ Moloney,James Fitzgerald,Russell Quirke and Jamie Enright.
Reserves:
Craig Madigan,Jason Cross,Eoin Duff,Paul Danaher and Cian O'Brien.
Youth League,Division One:
Pike Rovers: 3 Fairview Rangers: 3
We created several early chances in this one, and eventually edged in front,an excellent cross from Sean Whelan was headed home by Cian Specht.We soon made it 0-2,a superb ball from Leon Kirrane released Cian Specht and the talented forward made no mistake with his second of the day.The Crossagalla outfit fought back to level the tie in the second half but we regained our lead,Leon Kirrane waltzed past three tackles and was fouled inside the penalty area.Sean Whelan was calmness personified and slotted the ball home clinically from twelve yards.
The home side equalised yet again,the ball appeared to be clearly out of play for a throw in that was not flagged,much to the dismay of the travelling support a goal ensued.Despite regaining control of the game in the final ten minutes we could not get the winning goal our performance deserved.
We started as follows:
Jonathan Mullany,Oisin O'Connor,Fintan O'Kelly,Scott Quaide,Robert Galligan,Sean Whelan,Josh McCarthy,Leon Kirrane,Cian Specht,Callum Murphy and Mark Ward.
Replacements:
Sam Lynch,Emmet Hehir,Jake Griffin,Arron Vaughan,Conor Browne,Adam Keating and Aijay Vijandran.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 6, 2021/2022.
INTERNATIONAL TRIALIST:
Our own Chloe Wallace has been selected to participate in an U15 International trial on Monday next in Dublin,she takes with her our very best wishes.
NEWSLETTER UPDATE:
The NEWSLETTER will not issue next week,we'll do it on the double the following week,thank you.
GOLF CLASSIC AND GOLF CLASSIC FUNDRAISING GRAND RAFFLE:
Again,a word of thanks to all our participants in both the golf and the raffle,the best of luck to everybody.
A big shout out also to all our Classic sponsors,special mention of A1 Access.
Raffle Tickets:
5.00 euro each or 3 for 10.00
euro.
Tickets and outstanding monies must be returned by 9.00 pm on Friday to any of the above named.
Your ongoing support for all our fundraising ventures is as ever greatly appreciated.
Prizes include:
250.00 euro Specsavers voucher,drink hamper,100.00 euro Specsavers voucher,Cadburys hamper,Signed Munster Rugby jersey,Petmania voucher,Signed Arsenal FC jersey,Ger Pickford tyre centre voucher,Signed Limerick GAA jersey,Maplewood Fire pizza voucher,JF Nash butcher voucher,Esquire Mens voucher,Sports voucher and much more.
Draw will take place at our clubhouse on Friday August 20th at 10.00 pm.
The draw is supported by CE Printing,061 600702 and Ryans Centra.
Draw Permit granted.
Tickets are available from Niall Lee 083 8973478,Fergal O'Grady 086 3999005,James Flanagan 083 8055655,Brian Greaney 086 3127888 or any of our committee members,alternatively contact us on any of our social media platforms or [email protected]
MATCH REPORTS:
A kindly reminder to all our team managers,schoolboy and junior to please have your reports to PRO. John Carey as soon as possible to after every game.
Please keep the reports brief given that we will have in excess of twenty games while midweek fixtures are scheduled.
The email address for match reports is [email protected]
Can you please send on a picture of the match card to [email protected] for inclusion in the weekly NEWSLETTER.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
8,15,17 and 27.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 8000.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Shane Wallace, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Hugh Brogan, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Pa Ryan, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Niall Lee, Fairview Rangers AFC.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 8100.00 euro.
JUNIOR TEAM INFORMATION:
Its great to have the football back,we wish all of our teams good fortune at all levels for 2021/2022.We hope you enjoy a terrific campaign with some success along the way.
A word too of our many loyal and dediacted supporters,that the new season brings you all much pleasure and fun.
Up the View.
Thursday August 12th:
Premier League:
Prospect Priory: 2 Fairview Rangers: 3
Our domestic season commenced with a visit to Caledonian Park.This is always a difficult encounter,the Hyde Road outfit have gone from strength to strength since they gained promotion to the top tier some seasons back.The opening period saw us have the lions share of possession without really penetrating a well drilled home defence.As the half wore on we made make some inroads,particularly out wide where Conor Coughlan was starting to get the better of his opposite number and had what looked like a legitimate appeal for penalty turned down by the referee.
The official was very good throughout the game it must be said,allowing the game to flow whenever possible,however somewhat against the run of play the home side took the lead when we switched off momentarily and were punished for doing so as half time approached.Our response was immediate,we levelled the tie within minutes just on half time,a Jeffrey Judge effort from all of forty yards deceived the home keeper and nestled in the back of the net leaving it all square at half time.
A switch in formation on the resumption of play witnessed our panel pose much more of a threat upfront,Eoin Duff being introduced to the attack,a move that was to pay dividends later.Ten minutes or so into the second period Conor Keane’s effort proved too hot to handle for the home netminder and Mickey O’Gorman was perfectly positioned to guide the ball home,notching his first goal for the club.We maintained the tempo and eventually increased our lead,Jason Cross headed powerfully goalward from a corner kick,again, the netminder could only parry the goal bound effort and Eoin Duff was in like a flash to drive the ball home.
Indeed,Duff was unlucky not to grab a brace some five minutes later when his effort skimmed the crossbar from twelve yards.
With virtually the last kick of the game Prospect made it 3-2,the referee blowing fulltime on the restart.A decent opening day performance against a team who are very difficult to beat on their home patch.
Best for the View' were skipper AJ O’Connor,Jeffrey Judge,Mickey O’Gorman,Conor Coughlan and both Paul Danaher and Eoin Duff on their respective introductions.
We lined out as follows:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Jason Cross,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor{captain},John Mullane,Jeffrey Judge,Mike O'Gorman,Conor Keane,Conor Coughlan and James Fitzgerald.
Reserves:
Paul Danaher,Adam Frahill,Cian Fitzgerald,Sean Conneely,Cian O'Brien,Mark Cahill and Eoin Duff.
Saturday August 14th:
Premier ''A''League:
Fairview Rangers: 5 Cappamore Celtic: 0
Kevin Kirwan’s young side hit the ground running in this one and deservedly went in front midway through the first half through AJ Moloney.Five minutes or so into the second half we doubled our lead with AJ Moloney again finding the target.
AJ completed his hat trick in fine style with fifteen minutes of play remaining on the clock,a good effort from Conor Keane made it 4-0.With time almost up AJ Moloney completed a memorable evening for himself when notching his fourth.
An excellent effort by all concerned both defensively and offensively by our youthful panel.
Catching the eye were Dean Kirwan,Leon Kirrane,Jack Foley, Cian O’Brien and the clear MOTM AJ Moloney.
Team:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Sean Byrnes,Craig Madigan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Zak Sheehan,Leon Kirrane,Cian Fitzgerald,AJ Moloney,Conor Keane and Jack Foley.
Substitutes:
Sean Conneely,Josh Shinnors,Dean Shinnors,Evan Ezarkadh and Stan Ezarkadh.
Sunday August 15th:
Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Nenagh AFC: 1
The playing surface was in superb condition,a big well done to those involved in having it thus.
As early as the first minute we had two chances to go ahead but the Tipperary net minder saved both the original effort and the rebound.For the next fifteen minutes or so we created chances aplenty but could not get the vital touch to give us what would have been a deserved lead.
Nenagh took the lead in the seventeenth minute,something to concentrate our minds,from the centre off we gained a corner following which Mark Slattery retrieved possession on the end line just outside the penalty area and he delivered a peach of a cross that was headed powerfully home by Ross Mann.Subsequent to the leveller we enjoyed more possession than our counterparts but the score remained at one apiece going into the half time break.
Shortly into the second half Ross Mann was fouled inside the penalty area but again the Nenagh custodian denied us what would have been a deserved lead,from the spot kick.Nenagh themselves were awarded a spot kick but once again Aaron Savage showed his worth in goal with a fine save to keep us level.Chance after chance came and went until we eventually took the lead with twenty minutes to go.
A superb finish by AJ Moloney,adding to his four for the ''B'' squad the night previous was a fitting reward for his endeavours upon his introduction.The remainder of the game was of a similar nature and despite Nenagh throwing everything at us in the final few minutes we kept our composure and dealt with any threat in a calm fashion running out 2-1 winners in the end.
Although we spurned a lot of chances in front of goal,one must be happy with the fact we created them in the first place.On another day we could well have been out of sight at half time,but you get those days occasionally.
In form were Jamie Enright,Ross Mann,Mickey O’Gorman,Conor Coughlan,who really put in a good shift,Jeffrey Judge who bossed the midfield and both the Fitzgerald brothers with AJ Moloney again showing why he is highly rated within the club despite his tender years.
So,a good starting week for us,playing three and gaining maximum points from same.
Starting eleven:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Jason Cross,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor{captain},Adam Frahill,Jeffrey Judge,Mike O'Gorman,Ross Mann,Conor Coughlan and Eoin Duff.
Bench:
Paul Danaher,Conor Keane,James Fitzgerald,Cian Fitzgerald,Conor MCCormack,Sean Conneely,Mark Cahill and AJ Moloney.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 5,2021/22.
GOLF CLASSIC:
Some additional slots have become available for our forthcoming Golf Classic,to reserve one please contact any one of the following:
Brian Greaney, 086 3127888. Fergal O'Grady, 086 3990005. Mike Costelloe, 086 8134845. Shane Fitzgerald, 083 4110237. Stewart Fitzgerald, 086 1652903.
GOLF CLASSIC FUNDRAISING GRAND RAFFLE ANNOUNCED:
Tickets:
5.00 euro each or 3 for 10.00 euro.
Prizes include:
250.00 euro Specsavers voucher,drink hamper,100.00 euro Specsavers voucher,Cadburys hamper,Signed Munster Rugby jersey,Petmania voucher,Signed Arsenal FC jersey,Ger Pickford tyre centre voucher,Signed Limerick GAA jersey,Maplewood Fire pizza voucher,JF Nash butcher voucher,Esquire Mens voucher,Sports voucher and much more.
Draw will take place at our clubhouse on Friday August 20th at 10.00 pm.
The draw is supported by CE Printing,061 600702 and Ryans Centra.
Draw Permit granted.
Tickets are available from Niall Lee 083 8973478,Fergal O'Grady 086 3999005,James Flanagan 083 8055655,Brian Greaney 086 3127888 or any of our committee members,alternatively contact us on any of our social media platforms or [email protected]
Your ongoing support for all our fundraising ventures is as ever greatly appreciated.
OBITUARY:
Condolences to the friends and family of the late David Harrington,College View Drive,Shannon Banks.
David's son Denis lined out with our club in the 1970's at underage level.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
6,13,21 and 28.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7900.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Stewart Fitzgerald, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Cian O'Flynn, Promoter: Tom O'Flynn.
Peter McNamara, Promoter: Noel Whyte.
Denis Clohessy, Promoter: Noel Whyte.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 8000.00 euro.
NEW SCHOOLBOY/GIRL SEASON APPROACHES:
The big kick off occurs on Saturday August 21st,the U15 grade will lead out the much awaited campaign.
All leagues will comprise two rounds with the following exceptions,U12 Division One,U13 Division Two,U14 Division Two and U16 Division One which will be competed for on a ONE round only basis.
All the U12 grades as well as the U13 Division three section will also participate in a League Cup competition.
All the competitive leagues will culminate in a Top Four playoff situation,semi finals and a final,an open draw will determine the fixtures at the last four stage.In the event of a tie for fourth place,a playoff will be necessitated prior to the semi final draw.
The first and second placed teams at the end of the league campaign will be promoted for the ensuing 2022/2023 season,the teams in last and second last place will be relegated for the following season.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 3,2020/21.
GOLF CLASSIC:
Some additional slots have become available for our forthcoming Golf Classic,to reserve one please contact any one of the following:
Brian Greaney, 086 3127888. Fergal O'Grady, 086 3990005. Mike Costelloe, 086 8134845. Shane Fitzgerald, 083 4110237. Stewart Fitzgerald, 086 1652903.
OBITUARY:
We wish to offer our deepest condolences to the extended family and friends of the late Mary Hannan, Well Road, Singland.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
Next weeks draw will take place on Tuesday August 3rd.
The numbers drawn:
7,14, 19 and 21 .
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7700.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
John Haran, Promoter: Niall Lee.
Eddie O'Connell,Fairview Rangers AFC.
A,J & T O'Grady,Promoter: Fergal O'Grady.
Pa Ryan, Fairview Rangers AFC. Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 7800.00 euro.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION:
FAI Senior Cup,first round:
Fairview Rangers: 0 Finn Harps: 3 aet.
The League of Ireland Premier Division outfit had a distinct advantage over our group from the get-go having played upwards of twenty competitive games since March this year, our lads had just one fixture in close to a year.Few gave us a chance on the day.The searing heat would not help our cause either, although both teams had to contend with that.However, a superb performance by our panel allowed them take the opposition to extra time before the visitors eventually netted three times which gave a rather distorted view of the game itself.
The Ballybofey based side began brightly but were limited to a couple of half chances in the opening twenty minutes or so.Up front our own Russell Quirke was giving the full back plenty to think about while Ross Mann certainly had more than the measure of their centre back pairing, so much so that a yellow card was produced early on for the Donegal men for persistent fouling.Our back five of Savage,who effected some fantastic saves throughout allied to the heroics of Costelloe, Slattery, Enright and captain O’Connor enjoyed performances to remember, having also to cope with three changes to the Harps frontline during the game, a clear indication of the dominance we displayed in that area.
That is not to say that our midfield of Judge, Frahill, Coughlan and the newly signed Mike O’Gorman did not help in that department,each one ran themselves to a standstill for the cause, and O’Gorman showed that he has lost none of his obvious talent for retaining possession in tight areas and managing to unlock defences with some key passes during the game.The second half followed a similar pattern to the opening one, but with less than five left on the clock, Ross Mann picked the pocket of a Harps defender and was bearing down on goal, the official blew for a free kick,a decision that left many in the ground scratching their heads.
To extra time then and Harps took the lead,
from where I was standing it looked like a clear offside that was not flagged, and the goal stood, much to the dismay of the vocal home support.An unfortunate deflection made it 0-2, but we showed unbelievable courage to keep going and could well have been awarded a spot kick when Paul Danaher rounded a Harps player inside the penalty area, only to be felled by a clumsy challenge which went unpunished.Harps made sure of their progress in the dying minutes with the final goal of the game, leaving a scoreline that does scant justice to our efforts over the course of the 120 odd minutes played.
The game itself also proved the value to us of having such a talented squad with John Mullane, Paul Danaher, Kennedy Ndip,who had a fine outing on his introduction and the Fitzgeralds, Cian and James, all excelling on their introduction to the fray.
Credit also to Finn Harps, who also played the game in a sporting manner, their travelling party in conjunction with the officials and the FAI delegates, were loud in their praise of the facilities available at the Fairgreen and the way in which the event was managed by our club.
We wish Finn Harps the very best of luck for the remainder of the competition.
Each and everyone of their officials, management teams, players and indeed supporters, were a credit to their club and hopefully they will surely turn the corner on the league front soon, and get back to winning ways.
To our own squad,unlucky lads….. you gave it everything.
Team:
Aaron Savage,Shane Costelloe,Jamie Enright,Mark Slattery,AJ O'Connor,Adam Frahill,Jeffrey Judge,Michael O'Gorman,Ross Mann,Conor Coughlan and Russell Quirke.
Replacements:
Paul Danaher,James Fitzgerald,John Mullane,Cian Fitzgerald,Cian O'Brien,Jason Cross,Eoin Duff,Kennedy N'dip and Sean Connolly.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 2, 2001/2002.
FAI CUP TICKET INFORMATION:
The clubs first round FAI senior cup game versus Finn Harps will kick off at 4.00 pm on Saturday next at the Fairgreen.
Tickets will go on sale from the club shop this Wednesday,Thursday and Friday evening from 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm.
Adult tickets: 10.00 euros.
Children: 5.00 euros.
The attendance at the game is strictly limited to 200 patrons,tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis.
OPENING HOURS CONFIRMED:
Our newly constructed outdoor area will be open from 6.00 pm Monday through Friday and from 2.00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
PLAYERS EFFORTS RECOGNISED:
Congratulations to former player Grace McInerney who has been called up for assessment regarding the Ireland girls U17 panel,Grace now plays with Treaty United in the National League.
Also,Mya Moloney and Alexandra Sheehy who have been selected on the Desmond Schoolgirls U12 interleague squad.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
6,12, 24 and 27.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7600.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Breda Garrard, Promoter: Rita Garrard.
Niall Lee, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Jason Purcell, Promoter: Niall Lee.
Gabriel Robinson, Promoter: Pat Keegan.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 7700.00 euro.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 1,2021/22.
OBITUARY:
On behalf of everybody associated with our club can I offer our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the late Sandra O'Connor{nee Lipper},St.Patricks Road,Limerick.
Sandra's son Niall is currently a member of our ''C'' team squad having joined our club when he was just seven years old,Sandra's daughter Sarah has also lined out with our club in the past as did her brother Gary.Sandra is also survived by husband Pat.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
1,2,6 and 22.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7500.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Tommy Nolan, Promoter: Sean Lipper.
Annie Mulcahy, Promoter: Pa Ryan.
Ollie Hayes, Promoter: Niall Lee.
Tony Vaughan, Online purchase.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 7600.00 euro.
JUNIOR,YOUTH AND U17 TEAM INFORMATION:
FAI SENIOR CUP PRELIMINARY ROUND:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Athenry AFC: 2
After extra time our side won 4-2 on penalty kicks.
Both sides began brightly in our season opener,some neat football on view.Less than ten minutes into the game we took the lead,Stephen Bradley won possession and laid off to Jeffrey Judge in space,his cross found debutant Conor Coughlan in the danger area,Conor made no mistake from ten yards to notch his first competitive goal for the club.
Indeed we had another couple of chances thereafter with Mark Slattery going close on two occasions with headed efforts from corner kicks.Athenry equalised on thirty three minutes but just on the stroke of half time we regained the lead,Jeffrey Judge won two great tackles in midfield resulting in the gaining of a corner kick.
Another excellent Coughlan delivery allowed Slattery drill the ball back across the penalty area,Eoin Duff adjusted his body in an instant to rifle the ball home.2-1 at half time.The second period witnessed the visitors have more than their fair share of possession without really creating any chances of note.
With less than three minutes to go though the westerners equalised from a corner kick to send the game to extra time.
At that stage many would have ''backed'' the visitors to emerge victorious given that their competitive league had resumed a month or so ago,their fitness levels were ahead of ours but our lads showed immense strength of character to bring the game to a shootout and also create some half chances along the way in both periods of extra time.
To the penalty drama then,Jeffrey Judge and AJ O’Connor gave the opposing keeper keeper no chance with their efforts while Aaron Savage got a touch on both of our opponents opening two shots and was unlucky not to give us an early advantage in the shootout.Russell Quirke's conversion put us 3-2 up and Savage once again showed his worth in these situations when saving brilliantly to give us the upperhand.
Conor Keane showed great composure for such a young man to net with ease ensuring a 4-2 lead.Again, Aaron Savage was equal to the task for Athenry’s fourth penalty with another splendid save meaning we had the luxury of not having to take the final spot kick with our passage to the open round of the competition already assured.
Make no mistake this was a stern test for the ''A'' squad, against an outstanding Galway outfit who showed just why they lead their domestic league and have been reaching the latter stages of the FAI junior cup for some years now.A double bonus for us in a sense with progression to the next round and also some much needed competitive football to sharpen us up for the coming season.
Those who participted on the day can be satisfied with their efforts as both John Mullane and Paul Danaher showed on their respective introductions that they still have a lot to give to the cause.On the day AJ O’Connor lead by example in the heart of defence while in midfield Jeffrey Judge was outstanding but just lost out to Jamie Enright,in my opinion,who was simply immense all day long in the full back berth, for the MOTM accolade.
Team:
AaronSvage,Kennedy Nolip,AJ O'Connor,Mark Slattery,Jamie Enright,Jeffrey Judge,Steven Bradley,Adam Franklin,Ross Mann,Eoin Duff and Conor Coughlan.
Reserves:
Conor McCormack,Cian Fitzgerald,Dylan Kelly Higgins,Cian O'Brien,Jason Cross,Shane Costelloe,John Mullane,Russell Quirke,Conor Keane and Paul Danaher.
Many complimentary remarks were heard by both the visiting and our own supporters on the extensive work that has been carried out to the facility in the Fairgreen,the most recent being the welcome addition of an outdoor leisure facility that has just been completed.This will provide a welcome revenue stream for the club as the cost of fielding in excess of 25 schoolboy/girl teams is immense and it will go a long way to ensuring we continue to offer a safe and nurturing environment for the 300 plus young players we have on our books to play and enjoy football.
Well done to all involved,without these people the project would not have been possible.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 45,2020/21.
A MESSAGE FROM THE CLUBS SCHOOLBOY/GIRL COMMITTEE:
In what was an unusual,challenging and curtailed football season for our younger teams,we feel that the campaign just completed was a very successful endeavour by everyone in the Fairview Rangers family.A busy week at season's end with many of our teams involved in the business end,this is a great testiment to the players who gave their all in training and matches and were a credit to the Fairview jersey at all times in their application and conduct.
Equally satisfying and always greatly appreciated is the support of parents,guardians,grandparents and their families in general who not alone support the players to the fullest extent but are also terrific supporters of our club in general.
Most gratifying when attending games or training in the Green' is the positive comments on the facilities now in place for all our players and members.This is mainly due to the grounds committee,comprising a small army of volunteers who give freely of their time to have put in place a facility second to none,one we are so proud to be part of.
Not forgetting our coaches who give of their time in training and on match days and recently participated in FAI accredited coaching sessions enabling them to enhance and impart their skills on to the various underage groups.
We are already looking forward to next season and we would ask of any parent or guardian who is in a position to assist us with managing or coaching or indeed assisting in any way with one of our teams to contact Andy McCallion at 087 9445443 or Gerry Cantillon at 085 1741591 or any of the underage committee.
Your help and involvement is vital to the future of the underage group.
GOLF CLASSIC FUNDRAISING GRAND RAFFLE ANNOUNCED:
Tickets:
5.00 euro each or 3 for 10.00 euro.
Prizes include:
250.00 euro Specsavers voucher,drink hamper,100.00 euro Specsavers voucher,Cadburys hamper,Signed Munster Rugby jersey,Petmania voucher,Signed Arsenal FC jersey,Ger Pickford tyre centre voucher,Signed Limerick GAA jersey,Maplewood Fire pizza voucher,JF Nash butcher voucher,Esquire Mens voucher,Sports voucher and much more.
Draw will take place at our clubhouse on Friday August 20th at 10.00 pm.
The draw is supported by CE Printing,061 600702 and Ryans Centra.
Draw Permit granted.
Tickets are available from Niall Lee 083 8973478,Fergal O'Grady 086 3999005,James Flanagan 083 8055655 or Brian Greaney 086 3127888 or any of our committee members,alternatively contact us on any of our social media platforms or [email protected]
Your ongoing support for all our fundraising ventures is as ever greatly appreciated.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
9,12,24 and 28.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7400.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Nicola Keegan, Promoter: Pat Keegan.
Geraldine Wallace, Promoter ''C'' team.
Niall Lee, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Irene Flanagan, Promoter:Rita Garrard.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 7500.00 euro.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 44, 2020/21.
HISTORIC SIX DAYS FOR OUR CLUB:
An absolutely sensational period for our club,contesting six schoolboy/girl finals in just under a week,winning three of them.A wonderful testiment to the dedication and commitment to all of our schoolboy/girl team managers,coaches and a multitude of supports,just too numerous to mention here.
Our players have at times been heroic,displaying skill,temperament and super sportsmanship consistently.A mention too of their parents,guardians and families who can rightly be proud of their efforts,many of our teams did not make it to the later stages of competition,we are so proud of all our players efforts regardless of outcome.
I know that all of our underage people wish to place on record their sincere gratitude to the structure and continuous development opportunities afforded them by a magnificent schoolboy/girl committee backed to the hilt by the executive committee of our club.A beautifully organised and streamlined pathway has been in place for some time now as a response to the changing nature of football club activities.Our newly formed academy is a hugely positive step in the right direction and will continue to assist and benefit our underage division.
We salute your ongoing dedication and strength of purpose in the most important sphere of our work.
A WORD FROM OUR OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE:
Well done to all schoolboys/girls on their terrific preparation and performances this year,it has been a great few months in pandemic times.
A big thank you to all the coaches,parents and everyone who volunteers with the younger cohorts,without that,there was little or no outlet for the younger members of our club.
Despite pandemic times,we have contested eight finals in seasons 2019/20 and 2020/21,enjoying four successes including our ninth FAI Junior Cup.We are all hopeful that football will return in the autumn as near to normal as is possible,we look forward to seeing you all at that time,until then enjoy the summer.
The NEWSLETTER and PRO John Carey wish to acknowledge the great support of our efforts from all our team managers and their supporting cohorts.
Roll on 2021/2022 season.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday evening.
The numbers drawn:
8,9,16 and 25.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7300.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Pat Hastings, Promoter: Fergal O'Grady.
Brendan Mulhall, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Kevin Keegan, Promoter: Noel Whyte.
John Haran, Promoter: Niall Lee.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 7400.00 euro
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Monday June 21st:
U16 Premier Cup final:
Mungret Regional: 3 Fairview Rangers: 4
In the opening half we created a couple of chances,truth be told though,the home side probably shaded possession for much of the opening period.Our hosts made that advantage tell by taking the lead which they held until half time.
We responded positively in the second half and after some sustained pressure a dangerous pass into the six yard area caused all sorts of problems for the opposition defence,Jamie Hannon was on hand to steer it home much to the delight of his teammates.Our joy was short lived however,as the county side regained their slender advantage to make it 2-1 soon after.
Yet again we showed fantastic resilience to level matters for the second time,a surging run and cross from Aijay Vijandran was met perfectly by the inrushing Jamie Hannon to net his second of the game.This goal seemed to really get us going and we took the lead for the first time in the game,Dara McNamara was perfectly placed to slot home from a corner.Things got even better within minutes,Dara McNamara grabbed his second of the evening to put our squad 2-4 up.
Credit to the runners up who fought back very bravely,reducing the deficit to the minimum with six minutes plus left on the clock.We defended heroically from then on and kept our lead until the final whistle.
The delight on the faces of the management team and players was a joy to behold.
This talented group of players have been knocking on the door of success for many years and it is a fitting reward that the last game for many of them at schoolboy level brought with it such a prestigious trophy.Well done to Kevin McCarthy and his aides for the enormous effort they have made,not just this season but for multiple seasons,a just reward for them also.
Commiserations to an outstanding Mungret Regional side.There was little enough between the two panels,and they contributed enormously to an absorbing tie that kept both sets of supporters on the edge of their seats throughout.To single out any player for mention would be an injustice to the entire panel of players who each contributed to the victory.
Team:
Conor Browne,Jake Griffin,Fintan O'Kelly{captain,rotating},Adam Keating,Cameron O'Grady,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Emmet Hehir,Aijay Vijandran,Jamie Hannon and Matthew Te Pou.
Substitutes:
Blake Campbell,Robbie Rooney,Chulainn Williams,Dara McNamara,Jack Koyce and
Paraic Murphy.
U13 Premier Cup semi final:
Fairview Rangers: 0 Aisling Annacotty: 8
Our panel faced a quite outstanding side and cannot be faulted for losing out to this highly talented squad that the county club has assembled.0-3 down after a mere twenty minutes,our opponents adding a fourth just approaching half-time.The second half brought little joy either for Terry Water’s side,conceding another four during that period.
Despite the result everybody involved can hold their heads high.They never once left their spirits drop and kept competing until the final whistle.A heavy defeat,but the manager now knows that despite this, he has a squad that are prepared to battle to the end irrespective of the scoreline.Our defence despite what the scoreline may indicate were immense and the midfield section left everything on the field.
On another day our front line could have notched a few goals themselves, but it was not to be on this occasion
We lined out as follows:
Ben Collopy,Darragh Whelan,Chloe Wallace,David Lynch,Josh Wallace,Jamie Waters,Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy,Caleb McNamara,Eamon Doyle and Josh Campbell.
Reserves:
Alex Kirwin,Ben Kirwin,Conor Hannon,Dylan Kett,Sean Dunphy and Darragh Hannigan.
U13 Cup Division Two,semi final:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Bridge Celtic: 2
A thoroughly absorbing affair with both teams enjoying periods of dominance.Lee Hughes grabbed a fine goal for himself,while the best player on view Ryan Phillips netted a superb brace to send his team to the final.
Lineup:
Martin Hourigan,James Murphy,Eric O'Brien,Gavin McNamara,Stephen Byrnes,Tadhg Kavanagh,Ryan Phillips,Cillian Keane,Adam O'Connell,Lee Hughes and Thomas Hehir.
Replacements:
Danny Fitzpatrick,James McCarthy,TJ Power,David Fitzpatrick and Rian Power.
Tuesday June 22nd:
U14 Division Two Cup final:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Summerville Rovers: 2
Fairview Rangers won 4-2 on penalty kicks after extra time.
PRO John Carey was lucky enough to catch this one and it turned out to be one of the best games seen at the Fairgreen for quite some time,the sides so evenly matched it took a penalty shootout to decide the victor.Our team itself is comprised mainly of our under 13 ''A'' panel,they had to play two games in the space of twenty four hours,the previous evening they met Aisling Annacotty in the U13 ''A'' semi-final.
The visitors started brightly but our defence in particular Alex Koyce and Sean Foley dealt with the Summerville front three in a calm and composed fashion.Indeed,we could well have taken the lead only for a fine save from a free kick by the Summerville custodian,denying Jack McMahon the opener.Summerville created a couple of chances also but Sean O’Dwyer was quick to sprint from his line and snuff out the danger.
At this stage it as even a game as you could get,contested in a firm but fair manner by all concerned.Summerville eventually broke the deadlock,Sean O’Dwyer in our goal could do little about it a thunderous shot,leaving the visitors ahead at half time.
From the resumption of the piece we were really testing the Summerville rearguard and we levelled matters,another excellent free kick from Jack McMahon saw Caleb McNamara’s effort result in the ball falling kindly for Eamon Doyle who finished to the roof of the net.A superb block by our netminder Sean O’Dwyer with ten minutes left on the clock kept matters level and despite the efforts of both Chad Molly and Caleb McNamara we could not find the killer pass to create any real chances of note with extra time now being required to separate these evenly matched sides.
Again Summerville took the lead in the first period of extra time but our panel never wilted and midway through the second period Eamon Doyle sailed past a couple of despairing tackles prior to being fouled inside the area.Jack McMahon showed a composure beyond his years to dispatch the spot kick,sending the game to the dreaded penalty shootout.
Chad Molly was up first and he netted with ease,Summerville also successful from their first.Chloe Wallace also gave the netminder no chance and again Summerville responded in kind.Eamon Doyle made it 3-2 for us.
Enter keeper Sean O’Dwyer who effected another magnificent stop to giving us an advantage.David Lynch arrowed his spot kick into the top corner,making it 4-2 to the view'.Sean O’Dwyer produced another stop of the top drawer variety ensuring the cup would rest in the Fairgreen this season,sending the management,players and large home support wild with delight.
Joyous scenes then for Terry Waters and companies fine young side.Commiserations to a skilful and sporting Summerville Rovers outfit.There was only the bounce of a ball between the two sides.
Sean O’Dwyer was rightly awarded the MOTM title for his heroics,but each and every young player involved contributed to this victory whether it be in the last minute of the final or the first minute of the opening round.
Congratulations to all and enjoy the summer break.
We started:
Sean O'Dwyer,Darragh Whelan{joint captain},Alex Koyce,Sean Foley, Chloe Wallace,Jamie Waters{joint captain},Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy,Eamon Doyle,Caleb McNamara and David Lynch.
Bench:
Josh Wallace,Alex Kirwin,Scott Griffin,Alex Hartigan and Conor Hannon.
U9 Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Caherdavin Celtic
Charlie Heffernan,Fionn O'Driscoll,Scott Sheehan,Kyle Kirwin,JJ Sheehan,Oisin O'Connor,Gabriel Lee,Rocco McNamara,Warren O'Callaghan,Ciaran Downey,Aaron Czuba,Logan Higgins and Ibrahim Gabyo.
U9 Green Group:
Regional United v Fairview Rangers
Two excellent games enjoyed by all the players.
Team One:
Sean Kett,Cillian Clohessy,Dylan Ryan,Jamie Fitzgerald,Luke Kelly,Jaden Slattery,Warren Goodwin and Rian Mullins.
Team two:
Adam Duggan,Cillian O'Dwyer,Alex McInerney,Darragh O'Sullivan,Liam Canty,Charlie Guerin,Sadiq Sharif,Deniz Orucov Mammadzada.
Wednesday June 23rd:
U13 Division Two Cup final:
Geraldines AFC: 3 Fairview Rangers: 0
Unfortunately we came up just short at the Garryowen green,the final scoreline doing little to reflect the nature of the game itself.Two late goals sealed the victory for Geraldines in a game where possession and chances created were even enough.
On another day both Ryan Phillips and Thomas Hehir could have bagged a couple of goals each,but lady luck deserted us on numerous occasions when we looked likely to score.
All concerned played their part in the tie and ran themselves into the ground until the full time whistle.
Best on the day for us were:
James Murphy,Cillian Keane,Danny Fitzpatrick and Eric O’Brien.
Congratulations to the ‘Dines on their win and also for their contribution to a highly entertaining game of football.
Assessing the performances in this competition of our squad,it won’t be long before James O’Brien’s side will be at the winners table in the near future.I am 100% sure that these talented young players will put this setback firmly behind them when we resume playing later this summer and emerge all the stronger for it.
Our side:
Martin Hourigan,James Murphy,Eric O'Brien,Gavin McNamara,Stephen Byrnes,Tadhg Kavanagh,Ryan Phillips,Cillian Keane,Adam O'Connell,Lee Hughes and Thomas Hehir.
In support:
Danny Fitzpatrick,James McCarthy,TJ Power,David Fitzpatrick and Rian Power.
Thursday June 24th:
U10 Blue Group:
Shelbourne FC v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Michael Costelloe,Jack Kennedy,Cian Gavin,Sean Kett,Mohamed Gabyow,Craig Sheehan,Scott Sheehan,Charlie Heffernan,Warren Goodwin,Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy,Harry Sheedy,Ben Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Diarmuid O'Brien,Michael Graham,Evan Waters,Sophie McGuigan,Leon O'Connell,Daragh Keating,Emma Madden,Theo Costelloe,Fionn O'Driscoll and Liam Meehan.
U8 Red Group:
Geraldines AFC v Fairview Rangers
Scott Waters,Rian McMahon,Bobby Griffin,Adam Duggan,Clodagh Keane,Sean Duggan,Billy Moore,Dylan Murphy,Jamie O'Callaghan,Shane Dillon,Killian TePou,Jackson Kennedy and Jatden Prendergast.
Friday June 25th:
U15 Premier Cup final:
Caherdavin Celtic: 0 Fairview Rangers: 2
Drawn away from home for the third and final game of the U15 Premier Cup we faced a daunting trip to the Ennis Road to face what had been the top team in this division over the last few years.
We were very much to the fore from the off,our midfield trio of Dara McNamara,Paraic Murphy and Chulainn Williams having a great battle with the opposition trio.On the few occasions that the Greenhills based side threatened our goal.Jibril Sheehan was calmness personified.We created a couple of half chances,Patrik Dimowski and Tristan Murphy getting crosses into the penalty area but we could not get on the end of them.Kyle McSweeney and Cameron O’Grady were well on top of the opposition forward line with Jack Koyce and Callum Kiely having fine games at fullback.
With a minute to half time Leon Campbell was fouled in the box and Jack Nash stepped up to take the penalty.Jack fired the ball low to the keepers right and so we finished the half 0-1 to the good.
We enjoyed the best possible start in the second half,Leon Campbell scored after some indecision in the opposition defence.Ryan O’Callaghan and Josh Campbell joined the fray and played very well. Cameron O’Grady made an amazing goal line clearance while Jibril kept the opposition at bay whenever they threatened our goal. Jack Nash ran his socks off up front while Tristan Murphy was unlucky not to add a third goal when he shot wide from a tight angle.
It was real end to end stuff for the rest of the match with both sides having several chances to score but it was our lads who held out for super win.
It was a fantastic team performance with Cameron O'Grady,Callum Kiely and Jibril Sheehan outstanding.
Starting eleven:
Jibril Sheehan,Jack Koyce,Callum Kiely{joint captain},Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams{joint captain},Paraic Murphy,Dara McNamaraJack Nash,Patrik Dimowski and Tristan Murphy.
Ryan O’Callaghan,Josh Campbell,Leon Campbell.
Saturday June 26th:
U12 Division One Cup final:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Pike Rovers: 1
Pike Rovers won 4-2 on penalties,after extra time.
In what proved to be a very close game,the hoops scored early in the second half.Our panel battled to end and were rewarded with a penalty in the final minute,Danny Fitzpatrick kept his nerve and scored to equalise.
In extra time we pushed hard for a winner and were close a few times,but sadly we ultimately lost a penalty shoot out by 4-2.
Playing well for Fairview on the day were:
Ben Kirwin,Danny Fitzpatrick and Thomas Hehir.Starting nine:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy,Jamie Fitzgerald,Ryan Connolly,Dave Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan,Danny Fitzpatrick,Thomas Hehir and Darra Maher.
Supporting squad:
Dylan Mason,Ruairi Dylan Kett,Leon Coppolla and Aiden McCaffrey.
U12 Division Four Cup Final:
Summerville Rovers: 4 Fairview Rangers: 1
We started with the same team as the week before and looked a little nervy to begin with,from the start we knew we were going to be up against it.
A sign of things to come occurred when top scorer Alex Higgins had the ball in the net but for the referee to rule it out and go back for a previous foul instead of letting us have the advantage,after this we had a few decent chances to score but the home goalkeeper proved to be the difference with some good saves as Summerville Rovers continually pushed forward.They were awarded a penalty and consequently were a goal ahead.
Our back three of Mya,Evan and Sean were in good form and cleared everything thrown at them,we had a few chances to equalise but just before half time Summerville we're awarded another penalty,now two down things were getting tougher.
The second half wasn't too kind to us as we lost Rhys and Max to injury and we conceded a further two goals,with the tie effectively beyond our grasp at this point but we plugged away and were awarded a penalty of our own when Liam Kiely was fouled in the box' and he scored from the spot.
Summerville saw out the game without incident,the result I must say was no reflection on the game despite we having eight U11 players in the squad and on another day we would have had a few more goals
The players deserve great credit for their hard work all season and we will be back stronger,they are a credit to their families and our club and wore the jersey with great pride,although every player played exceptionally well the stand out players were Sean Fitzgerald and Mya Moloney.
Starting nine:
Jack Kiely,Mya Moloney,Evan Rice,Sean Fitzgerald,Aaron Kennedy,Rhys Dillon,Louie Sheedy,Max Rozewska{captain} and Alex Higgins.
On the bench:
Ben McInerney,Eoin Cleary,Liam Kiely,Briaìn Young,AJ Sheehan,Daniel O'Sullivan and Alexandra Sheehan.
U7 Red Group:
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Oscar Heffernan,Fabian Fitzgerald,Aaron Wallace,Joey Benson,Kyle Duggan,Faye Byrnes O'Dowd,Joe O'Driscoll,Luke O'Driscoll,Scott Waters Sam McNamara,Robert McNamara,Joey Canty,Daniel Cross,Daniel Tracy,Connie Holmes and Ben Hannon.
U9 Red Group:
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Charlie Heffernan, Fionn O'Driscoll,Scott Sheehan,Kyle Kirwin,JJ Sheehan,Oisin O'Connor,Gabriel Lee,Rocco McNamara,Warren O'Callaghan,Ben Fitzgerald,Aaron Czuba,Logan Higgins and Ruby McNamara.
U9 Green Group:
Fairview Rangers v Caherconlish FC
Team One:
Sean Kett,Warren Goodwin,Cillian O'Dwyer,Jayden Slattery,Dylan Ryan,Liam Canty and Cillian Clohessey.
Team Two:
Charlie Guerin,Sadiq Sharif,Jamie Fitzgerald, Adam Duggan,Rian Mullins,Deniz Orucov Mammazdada and Darren O Sullivan.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 43,2020/21.
HUGE WEEK AHEAD FOR OUR UNDERAGE:
A word of praise to our schoolboy/girl section who have absolutely excelled over recent weeks in the divisional cups,starting on Monday June 21st we are scheduled to compete in five finals and two semi finals,an unrivalled achievement to date,we wish them all well in their big games.
Sean Lipper would have been so proud of you all.
Individual and team pictures will appear at the end of our facebook page postings for those of you accessing the NEWSLETTER there,those in receipt by email will see them in their allocated places.
THE LATE SEAN LIPPER:
Seans incalculable,indelible and historic contribution to the affairs of our club over many many decades,particularly in the 50's,60's and 70's has created a rich and bountiful catalogue of memorable moments and achievements.
Sean was possessed of an abundance of clarity,intelligence and ambition in all of his endeavours,allied to a steely determination and solidity in his will to succeed.This left a lasting impression on all of us who knew him and served the cause of Fairview Rangers along side him.
His strength of character was impressive,as was his constant encouragement of not alone those in his charge,but everybody he encountered in the nine plus decades of his lifetime.Born into the infancy of our state,Sean will always be remembered as a major figure in our clubs annals,in particular as part of the group that conquered Munster and Ireland in the mid 1960's.That set the standard and the goals that had to be lived up,we did not fail him or his legacy.
A real competitor in the true sense,he will retain a special place in our hearts and minds as a genuine person of tact and good judgement,allied to a fun loving and caring nature.His influence,kinship and maturity extended well beyond the realm of football.
A true father figure that radiated friendship,with a kind word for all.The significant socially distant gathering that lined the Fairgreen bore ample testimony to the affection and respect in which Sean was quite rightly held,that the huge throng were gathered mainly outside our club premises was so apt and appropriate.
Seans achievements were rightly recognised with a lifetime of service award from the FAI in 2016 and was a life president of our club.
Predeceased by his wife Bernie{nee Plunkett},we offer our sincerest condolences to his sons John and Joe,daughters Mary,Bernie,Margaret and Emily and to his extended family and friends.
Ni fheicfimid a leitheidi aris,ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
This weeks results will be posted on Fairview Rangers AFC Facebook and twitter at 9.00 pm on Monday evening.
BEST WISHES:
Congratulations to Daniel O'Connor and Emer Cantillon,daughter of Gerry and Theresa who were married on Saturday week last.
Daniel has been assisting with our U11 panel in recent years and is also a member of our schoolboy committee.
LAST SATURDAYS FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY,OUTING AT NEWCASTLE WEST GOLF CLUB:
WINNERS:
Joe Purcell,Fergal O'Grady and Ger Madden,64 points.
2nd:
Jason Payne,Darrell O'Connell and Pa Ryan,62 points.
3rd:
Hughie Brogan,Ger Delaney and David McNamara,61
points.
4th:
Robert Banks,John Ryan and Denis Wallace,59 points.
5th:
Brian Greaney,Pat Hastings and Christy Duggan,59 points.
6th:
Myles Kavanagh,Christy Purcell and Ricky Goodwin,57 points.
7th:
Robert Meehan,Noel McNamara and Shane Wallace,56 points.
8th:
Gavin McNamara,Evan Waters and Maurice O'Connell,53 points.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Our games scheduled for Tuesday June 15th and Wednesday June 16th were postponed as a mark of respect to the late Sean Lipper.
Monday June 14th:
U13 Premier Cup,quarter final:
Corbally United: 3 Fairview Rangers: 8
Good interplay between Jack McMahon and Josh Campbell allowed Jamie Waters fire a shot that shaved the upright.A similar move featured Eamon Doyle beating his opponent before squaring to Chad Molloy whose volleyed effort was pushed around the post for a fruitless corner.
The same player was unlucky soon after to see his lobbed effort just clear the crossbar with the keeper beaten.We eventually took the lead,Darragh Whelan won possession before feeding Caleb McNamara,he in turn released Josh Campbell who let fly from twenty yards for a peach of a goal.It was 0-2 in no time,Chad Molloy combined with Chloe Wallace to release Josh Campbell and the same player scored a carbon copy of his first effort with another smashing strike.0-3 almost immediately from the centre off,again Chad Molloy won possession before passing to Eamon Doyle,Eamon glided past his opposite number and centred to Josh Campbell to finish and grab his hat trick in the process.
Our fourth arrived after good work from Jack McMahon and Chad Molloy,the ball fed to Eamon Doyle who unleashed from all of thirty yards for the goal of the game.It was 0-5 on the stroke of half time,Jamie Waters and Chad Molloy again combined to set Josh Campbell free.His first time effort was brilliantly saved but the young lad was in like a flash to fire home the rebound,0-5 at the interval against a highly rated Athlunkard based outfit.
Eamon Doyle grabbed his second of the contest with another top class strike,this time volleying home from twenty five yards after good work by Jack McMahon in the build up.An unfortunate own goal conceded by our side was soon cancelled out,Jack McMahon headed powerfully home from a corner.
Corbally United to their credit kept plugging away and netted two good efforts of their own before Dylan Kett rounded off the scoring when lobbing the keeper from just inside the area.
Each and every one of our panel played well giving the management team a welcome headache when selecting for future games.
Chad Molloy was outstanding,setting up four goals as was the equally impressive Josh Campbell who netted an incredible four goals in the encounter.
Starting eleven:
Ben Collopy,Darragh Whelan,Josh Wallace,David Lynch,Jamie Waters,Eamon Doyle,Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy,Caleb McNamara,Chloe Wallace and Josh Campbell.
Reserves:
Alex Kirwan,Dylan Kett,Ben Kirwan and Sean Dunphy.
U13 Division Two Cup,first round:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Caherconlish FC: 2
We took the lead in this one.Adam O’Connell finished well after some good approach work.Our opponents came storming back into the tie with a quick fire double to take the lead,but we responded well to level matters when,not for the first time,Thomas Hehir gave the keeper little chance with his well struck effort.
The game ebbed and flowed and could easily have gone against us but for some outstanding saves from Martin Hourigan in goals.Ryan Phillips was the hero of the hour when he netted what proved to be the winner with ten minutes remaining.A highly entertaining game with little between the sides.
Team:
Martin Hourigan,James Murphy,Eric O'Brien,Gavin McNamara,Stephen Byrnes,Tadhg Kavanagh,Ryan Phillips,Cillian Keane,Lee Hughes,Danny Fitzpatrick and Adam O'Connell.
Substitutes:
Thomas Hehir,David Fitzpatrick,James McCarthy,Cohen O'Rahilly,TJ Power and Rian Power.
Thursday June 17th:
U16 Premier Cup,semi final:
Regional United: 1 Fairview Rangers: 6
A great show by the entire panel,despite a slow start.The wind assisted home side had the majority of possession early on,but our back four was most impressive at this time,indeed throughout as a unit,they impressed.Keeper Conor Browne was very much to the fore during this spell as Regional United did eventually breach our line to take the lead.
We levelled up through Aijay Vijandran following a neat five man move.A purple patch ensued for our lads,netting on four occasions prior to the interval to lead 1-5 at that stage with scores from Matt TePou,a free kick from Mark Ward,Aijay had completed his hat-trick before the short whistle.Josh McCarthy added the sixth in the middle of the second period to finish out the scoring and cap a fine showing.
We lined out:
Conor Browne,Fintan O'Kelly,Adam Keating,Jake Griffin,Cameron O'Grady,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Emmet Hehir,Jamie Hannon,Matthew Te Pou and Aijay Vijandran.
On the bench:
Blake Campbell,Robbie Rooney,Chulainn Williams,Padraig Murphy,Dara McNamara and Jack Koyce.
U11 Red Group:
Mungret Regional v Fairview Rangers
Each of our lads gave a great account of themselves and improvement is visible each week.A big thank you to all the players and parents for the wonderful support you showed this season.
Managers Daniel O'Connor,Gerry Cantillon and Stephen McGuane are very grateful for all the help and assistance.
Panel:
Aran Cowhey,Alex Egan,Ben Fitzgerald,Alex Higgins,Cathal Duggan,Ciaran Maher,Craig Sheehan,Daniel O'Sullivan,Jack Kennedy,Liam Kiely,Mia Moloney,Michael Costelloe,Robbie Mann and Ruben Hudson.
U11 Brown Group:
Shelbourne FC v Fairview Rangers:
We enjoyed a fantastic game of ball on a beautiful sunny evening with every player making a huge contribution.A big thank you to our hosts Shelbourne for their hospitality and the half time refreshments.Also,for arranging a minutes silence before the game as a mark of respect to our recently deceased club president,Sean Lipper.
Panel:
Kieran Hanafin,Leon O'Carroll,Alexandra Sheehy,Cian Gavin,AJ Czuba,Daniel Rainsford,Sophie McGuigan,Alex Halvey and
Warren Goodwin.
Friday June 18th:
U15 Premier Cup,semi final:
Aisling Annacotty: 0 Fairview Rangers: 1
We got off to the best possible start and took the lead after a corner from Jack Nash was headed goalward by Cameron O’Grady but the effort was well saved by the home keeper,however Paraic Murphy was on hand to shoot home from close range.We enjoyed a few more chances in the first half with efforts from Jack Nash and Chulainn Williams being blocked by the opposition.
The second half witnessed the home team have a lot of possession but our defence was again outstanding with Jack Koyce,Kyle McSweeney,Cameron O’Grady and Callum Kiely in fine form. Any efforts on goal were well managed by the excellent Jibril Sheehan who has kept a second clean sheet in the competition.
We had a few half chances ourselves,Dara McNamara and Ryan O’Callaghan going close.Paraic Murphy,Leon Fennell,Dara McNamara and Chulainn Williams worked tirelessly throughout while Patrick Dimowski and Tristan Murphy were handfuls on the wing.
While the game wasn’t a great spectacle the result was what matters and we now progress to play Caherdavin Celtic in the final. Paraic Murphy, Cameron O’Grady and Jibril Sheehan were excellent throughout.
We lined out as follows:
Jibril Sheehan,Jack Koyce,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams,Paraic Murphy,DaraMcNamara,Jack Nash,Patrik Dimowski and Tristan Murphy.
Supporting the initial selection;
Ryan O’Callaghan,Josh Campbell and Leon Fennell.
U13 Division Two Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers: 9 Newport Town: 0
Scorers:
James Murphy{2},Thomas Hehir{2},Ryan Phillips{2},James McCarthy,Lee Hughes and an og.
Our team:
Martin Hourigan,James Murphy,Eric O'Brien,Gavin McNamara,Stephen Byrnes,Tadhg Kavanagh,Ryan Phillips,Cillian Keane,Lee Hughes,Thomas Hehir and Adam O'Connell.
Back up squad:
Rian Power,Danny Fitzpatrick,TJ Power,David Fitzpatrick,James McCarthy and Cohen O'Rahilly.
Saturday June 19th:
U14 Division Two Cup,semi-final:
Fairview Rangers: 0 Aisling Annacotty: 8
We started very quickly and were 0-1 in front within forty seconds.The talented Chad Molloy took off on one of his mazy runs and was taken down about ten yards into the opposition half. Up stepped Jack McMahon to hit a belter that flew over the keepers head and into the net.
We got our second just five minutes later,Chad Molloy again won the ball passed it to Darragh Whelan whose first time pass put Eamon Doyle down the wing,Eamon turned his defender and squared the ball to the on running David Lynch,the first time effort found the net.
We didn’t let that slow us down and netted our third from the kick off,the impressive Sean Foley won a header just outside the penalty area and it dropped to Jack McMahon who sent Eamon Doyle off again on one of his dazzling runs,Eamon directed a pin point cross to Caleb McNamara who unselfishly squared it for David Lynch to finish from close range to get his second.From this passage of play we lost both Eamon Doyle and Caleb McNamara to injury with both wingers pulling up from their efforts.
It was even enough between the teams for the next ten minutes or so,we secured our fourth goal within a few minutes of this period of play,Jamie Waters broke up play and fed Chad Molloy,his quick feet had the visiting defenders all over the pace and he fired it into the bottom corner.
We started the second half very quickly and a corner from Darragh Whelan was flicked away by the Aisling Annacotty keeper but the ball fell to Chad Molloy who again took it past two defenders and chipped it over for Jack McMahon who made no mistake from five yards and headed it into the net.
Goal number six ensued some minutes later,Alex Koyce calmly strode out of our defence with the ball,passed two players and set Chad Molloy off on one of his runs,Chad quickly set the on running Scott Griffin clear and the talented winger made no mistake with a rocket passed the keeper.
In fairness to the vanquished side they kept on trying and putting us under pressure with some good play from the midfielders but our defence of Darragh Whelan,Alex Koyce,Sean Foley and Chloe Wallace were capable of handling anything that was thrown at them.
Chloe Wallace didn’t have to wait long for her first in the colours of the view',Josh Wallace won the ball at the heart of the defence,sent Conor Hannon clear again and he put in a cross that was cleared by a defender,his header dropped perfectly to Chloe who turned and buried it into the bottom corner.
Our eighth and final goal arrived courtesy of another perfect corner from Darragh Whelan that caused mayhem in the danger zone,it fell perfectly for the onrunning Jamie Waters who made no mistake from twenty yards.
A great team effort again from our panel who have scored fourteen goals in their last two games and hopefully can raise their game even further in the final against a very strong Summerville Rovers team.
Best on the day were all sixteen players but special mention to Chad Molloy,Chloe Wallace,Caleb McNamara,David Lynch, lex Koyce and the MOTM was Sean Foley.
We started:
Sean O'Dwyer,Darragh Whelan,Alex Koyce,Sean Foley, Chloe Wallace,Jamie Waters,Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy,Eamon Doyle,Caleb McNamara and David Lynch.
Bench:
Josh Wallace,Alex Kirwin,Scott Griffin,Alex Hartigan and Conor Hannon.
U12 Division One Cup,semi final:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Geraldines: 0
A great win against a very strong Geraldines panel.We scored early through Dylan Kett.In the second half Geraldines pushed hard for an equaliser but our side defended very well,we were dangerous on the break and created some great chances to double the lead.
Finally with ten minutes to go a terrific passing move resulted in Dylan Kent scoring his and our second and clinching score.
Outstanding on the day:
Ben Kirwin,Dylan Kett and Danny Fitzpatrick.
Looking forward very much to the final next Saturday against arch rivals Pike Rovers.Our lineup:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy,Jamie Fitzgerald,Ryan Connolly,Dave Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan,Danny Fitzpatrick,Thomas Hehir and Darra Maher.
In support:
Dylan Mason,Ruairi Dylan Kett,Leon Coppolla and Aiden McCaffrey.
U12 Division Four Cup,semi final:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Parkville FC: 0
We could have been a goal down early on but a Parkville player hit the post with an open goal in front of him,from there on we dominated the whole game and it wasn't long before top scorer Alex Higgins opened our account with another great finish,soon after we added a second through a powerful strike from Louie Sheedy,by this point we were passing the ball around more and became more confident and only for some fine saves by the Parkville keeper we could have had a higher tally.
We notched a third goal from captain Max Rozowska who is getting better and better each week,just before half time Evan Rice saw an absolute peach of a shot from twenty five yards brilliantly saved by the Parkville keeper at full stretch.We made four alterations at half time and all the replacements played their part in keeping a well earned clean sheet,the best player on the pitch for us was Mya Moloney,outstanding at the back,Liam Kiely AJ Sheehan and Briaìn young all had chances in the second half before Louie Sheedy got his second to make it 4-0.
Starting nine:
Jack Kiely,Mya Moloney,Evan Rice,Sean Fitzgerald,Aaron Kennedy,Rhys Dillon,Louie Sheedy,Max Rozewska and Alex Higgins
Support squad:
Ben McInerney,Eoin Cleary,Liam Kiely,Brian Young,AJ Sheehan,Daniel O'Sullivan and Alexandra Sheehan.
U8 Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Janesboro United
Panel:
Scott Waters,Rian McMahon,Bobby Griffin,Adam Duggan,Clodagh Keane,Sean Duggan,Billy Moore,Dylan Murphy,Jamie O'Callaghan,Shane Dillon,Killian TePou,Jackson Kennedy and Jatden Prendergast.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 42, 2020/21.
FAI SENIOR CUP,PRELIMINARY ROUND:
Fairview Rangers v Athenry AFC.
JENNA SLATTERY ACHIEVES INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION:
Congratulations to former player Jenna Slattery who was capped for the Irish U19's last week.
Both caps were earned against Northern Ireland.Jenna scored in the second game on Friday last.Currently plying her trade with Treaty United in the national leagues,her connection to our club is important to a very talented footballer.
Jenna represented Fairview Rangers with much distinction for many years.
A WORD FROM PRO JOHN CAREY:
Competitive football finally returned at underage level on Tuesday evening last,it was great to see the young players back in action after such a long absence.
Before we begin coverage of the games I would like to echo the sentiments expressed in last weeks NEWSLETTER,and thank each and every person who gave up countless hours over the past year or so,at their own expense,to bring to fruition both the floodlights project on the main playing area,the fantastic addition of a seated stand,the restructured dugouts on both pitches and also completing the task of freshly painting and cleaning our premises.
We are also in the process of creating a new outdoor area adjacent to the club itself for social purposes.
Well done to all concerned,we salute your efforts.
OBITUARY:
We offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the late Dessie Boland of Janesboro,Dessie and his family are well known to all of us in the green'.
The Boland Youth Cup was presented by the family some years ago to the LDMC.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
1,7,23 and 26.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7100.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Christy Young, Promoter: Pat Keegan.
Gary Campbell, Promoter: Brian Greaney.
Eimear McMahon, Promoter: Tony Meehan.
Seanie Lipper, Fairview Rangers AFC .Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 7200.00 euro
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Tuesday June 8th:
U16 Premier Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers: 6 Shelbourne FC: 0
Our U16 panel were the first team back in action, taking on a spirited Shelbourne side in the ‘Green.
2-0 up at the short whistle courtesy of Matt TePou,the same player struck early in the second half to complete his hat-trick.Mark Ward made it 4-0 and further goals from Robbie Rooney and Aijay Vijandran sealed a 6-0 victory against a never say die north side outfit.
Feature of the game was a stunning strike from Matt TePou,the opening score of the half dozen,and many spectators present felt it was one of the best goals scored in the Fairgreen in many years,as sweet a strike as you will see.
All the players performed well during the tie, and a special thank you to the U15 panellists who helped out,each of whom fitted in seamlessly to the team itself when called upon.
A moment of reflection was beautifully observed prior to kick off in memory of the late Rian O'Halloran,Rian had lined out with Shelbourne FC during his ever so short time with us.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.
We started:
Conor Browne,Jake Griffin,Fintan O'Kelly,Cameron O'Grady,Adam Keating,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Emmet Hehir,Jamie Hannon,Aijay Vijandran and Matthew Te Pou.
In support:
Robbie Rooney,Dara McNamara,Chuliann Williams,Padraig Murphy and Jack Koyce.
U10 Blue Group:
Fairview Rangers v Star Rovers
A terrific series of games with loads of talent on view from both panels in the 7-a-side games.
Panel:
Michael Costelloe,Jack Kennedy,Cian Gavin,Sean Kett,Mohamed Gabyow,Craig Sheehan,Scott Sheehan,Charlie Heffernan,Warren Goodwin,Mya Moloney,Alexandria Sheehy,Harry Sheedy,Ben Fitzgerald,Ciaran Maher,Diarmuid O'Brien,Michael Graham,Evan Waters,Sophie McGuigan,Leon O'Connell,Daragh Keating,Emma Madden,Theo Costelloe,Fionn O'Driscoll and Liam Meehan.
Wednesday June 9th:
U14 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers: 0 Pike Rovers: 4
A somewhat understrength U14 ''A'' team,who for various reasons could only muster eight players from the U14 ''A'' panel,lost out to a good Crossagalla outfit in their Cup encounter.
The game was finely balanced at half time,with both defences on top in a scoreless opening period.Pike Rovers got the vital first goal and added a second soon after.Tired legs combined with some gaps at the back in an effort to restore parity witnessed our opponents tack on two more goals to leave the final score 0-4 in their favour.
Special mention of U13 players and their manager Jimmy O’Brien who helped out at short notice.
Best for us were Robert McNamara and Sean Madden .
Team:
Robert McNamara,Jack Costello,Riain O’Shaughnessy(captain),Sean Madden,Jamie Enright,Callum O’Hanlon,Jake Gallagher,Josh Campbell,Lee Hughes,Ryan Phillips and Cameron Walsh.
Substitutes:
Adam O’Connell,Eric O’Brien and Justin Price.
Thursday June 10th:
U11 Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Caherdavin Celtic
We all enjoyed a very entertaining game.All our panel were excellent and the benefits to our academy players under Shane Duggans expert tutelege is noticeable plus the two evenings a week trining on grass.
Panel:
Jack Kiely,Mike Costelloe,Alex Egan,Ruben Hudson,Robbie Cantillon Mann,Ciaran Maher,Liam Kiely,Alex Higgins,Mohamed Gabyew,Harry Sheehy,Aaron Cowhey,Jack Kennedy,Craig Sheehan,Daniel O'Sullivan, Mya Moloney,Mike Quinn and Cathal Duggan .
U11 Brown Group:
Fairview Rangers v Summerville Rovers
More great skills on display in this game,very heartening to view such talent.
Panel:
Kieran Hanafin,Leon O'Carroll,Liam Meehan,Daniel Rainsford,Sophie McGuigan,Alex Halvey,Cian Gavin,Alexandra Sheehy,Evan Waters and Sean Kett.
Friday June 11th:
U15 Premier Cup,quarter final:
Regional United: 0 Fairview Rangers: 4
We started brightly and playing some good football,it was no surprise when we took the lead. Dara McNamara took on the opposing defence and played in Patrik Dimowski who crossed for the on rushing Paraic Murphy to fire home.Our defence was excellent throughout with Jack Koyce,Kyle McSweeney,Cameron O’Grady and Callum Kiely all playing superbly.We created a few more scoring chances in the first half with Chulainn Williams shooting wide after a good run through the middle while Ryan O’Callaghan was doing very well down the left flank and effected some telling crosses.
We increased the lead early in the second half,a fine run down the left by Leon Fennell saw his pass go across the goal,Dara McNamara recovered the ball out wide and he crossed for Paraic Murphy to head the ball to the next for his and our second goal.We made it 0-3 midway through the second period,Jack Nash converted from the spot after the excellent Dara McNamara had been fouled in the danger zone.
We wrapped up the game with about fifteen minutes to go,a cross from Leon Fennell was belted to the net by Tristan Murphy.
We lined out as follows:
Jibril Sheehan,Jack Koyce,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Chulainn Williams,Paraic Murphy,Dara McNamara,Jack Nash,Patrik Dimowski and Ryan O’Callaghan.
Reserves:
Tristan Murphy,Josh Campbell and Leon Fennell.
U15 Division Two Cup,quarter final:
Mungret Regional: 6 Fairview Rangers: 4
We took the lead inside the opening ten minutes with a fine finish by Riain O’Shaughnessy.Our hosts responded swiftly,netminder Robert McNamara denied them an equaliser on a couple of occasions with some fantastic stops.We made it 0-2 soon afterwards,Cameron Walsh rounded of a fine flowing move with a clinical strike,but Mungret put the tie on a knife edge by scoring.Our response was fantastic and we restored our two goal advantage,one which we held until the short whistle.
Our hosts hit a purple patch early in the second period, scoring three in succession to take the lead for the first time.Tired legs played a huge factor in the proceedings, and we shipped another two goals before Jack Gallagher made it 6-4 with the final goal of the game.
The lads can count themselves very unlucky in this one,but just to get back playing competitively was a huge lift for everybody.
We started with:
Robert McNamara,Jack Costelloe,Shane O'Donoghue,Justin Price,Conor McCarthy,Max Cyran{captain},Jamie Enright,Jake Gallagher,Cameron Walshe,Callum O'Hanlon and Rian O'Shaughnessy.
Replacements:
Tony Clarke,Lee Hughes and Ryan Phillips.
Saturday June 12th:
U7 Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Limerick FC
U12 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Shelbourne FC: 1 Fairview Rangers: 3
Thomas Hehir opened our account early on,both sides creating chances thereafter.Just before the break we increased our lead by virtue of an own goal.
Shortly into the second half we made it 0-3 with a fine effort from Jamie Fitzgerald.Shelbourne pulled one back but found our defence in excellent form and we ran out 1-3 winners in the end.Our entire panel played well with Dave Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan and Dylan Kett all catching the eye with their performance.
Our lineup:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy,Jamie Fitzgerald,Ryan Connolly,Dave Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan,Danny Fitzpatrick,Thomas Hehir and Darra Maher.
Bench:
Dylan Mason,Ruairi Dylan Kett,Leon Coppolla and Aiden McCaffrey.
U12 Division Four Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers: 7 Aisling Annacotty: 1
Our U12 ''B'' team also advanced,winning by six against a visiting side that never gave up despite the scoreline.Max Rozewska gave us the lead followed quickly by a fine strike from Alex Higgins after some excellent approach work from Aaron Kennedy and Rhys Dillon.Provider turned scorer when Aaron Kennedy found the net to make it 3-0.Alex Higgins grabbed his second of the game with an intuitive lob from just outside the penalty area.Liam Kiely made it 5-0 with a clinical effort before Alex Higgins capped a great individual performance grabbing his third with half time looming.
The second half witnessed Aisling come more into the game and they can count themselves unlucky not to have scored in that period.The goal of the game came midway through the second half when Mya Moloney struck an absolute peach from all of twenty yards into the roof of the net.Credit to Aisling Annacotty who battled away and got their just reward late on.
Special mention goes to Alexandra Sheehy and Daniel O’Sullivan who were both excellent,the MOTM award being shared by hat trick Hero Alex Higgins and the outstanding Mya Moloney.
Starting team:
Jack Kiely,Mya Moloney,Evan Rice,Sean Fitzgerald,Louie Sheedy,Aaron Kennedy,Rhys Dillon,Max Rozewska and Alex Higgins.
Substitutes:
Liam Kiely,AJ Sheehan,Briain Young,Ben Mc Inerney and Eoin Cleary.
U14 Division Two Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers: 6 Newport Town: 0
We showed little rustiness following the enforced break and very nearly took the lead after just two minutes,David Lynch was put through,a great pass from Eamon Doyle after some great break up play from Jamie Waters in midfield but his effort was straight at the keeper.We kept up the pressure and got a deserved lead,Jack McMahon broke forward and split the defense with a perfect pass to the on running Eamon Doyle who made no mistake from fifteen yards.We retained control of the tie and should have had a second when Eamon Doyle gave the opposition a torrid time and found David Lynch with a super pass,David hit it first time but to the relief of the keeper it flew wide of the post.
We secured our second midway through the half,David Lynch netted his first of the game,a super run again from Eamon Doyle down the left flank,then putting in a super cross and David Lynch made no mistake. We could have put the game to bed three minutes later,Sean Foley won a great header and Chloe Wallace fed Jack McMahon who made up huge ground and hit a belter from thirty five yards, the Newport keeper needed all his reach to push it onto the crossbar and over for a corner.
In the twenty third minute Sean Foley again won a great ball and it dropped to Chad Molloy who played a great 1-2 with Jamie Waters,Chad played it over the defence himself and volleyed it over the bar,it would have been a screamer of a goal. Our keeper Sean O'Dywer was having a very quiet game but was ready as always when some confusion between our defenders left a Newport Town forward free and he hit a shot from about twenty yards that Sean was equal to and dived across to get his fingers to a shot destined for the top corner,an incredible save.
We notched our third from the resulting corner with some brilliant first time play,Sean O'Dwyer cleared it to Jack McMahon who’s first time pass to Chloe Wallace split the defence for Eamon Doyle to centre it first time and David Lynch was at the end of it for his second of the game,a brilliant team goal. We should have had a fourth on the brink of half time,Jack McMahon neatly controlled a kickout from our keeper and rattled the crossbar for the second time.
The interval allowed all concerned a badly needed water break.
We started the second half slowly and allowed the Tipperary side get into the game somewhat,but our defence of Darragh Whelan,Alex Koyce,Sean Foley and Chloe Wallace were capably handling anything the Newport team threw at them. A super corner from Chad Molloy was met by Caleb McNamara and his header was superbly saved.We scored our fourth from the penalty spot,Alex Hartigan was pushed in the box and Jack McMahon made no mistake from the kick.Our fifth arrived less then a minute later,we got a free just inside the Newport half,Alex Koyce hit a screamer from all of forty yards into the top corner,a goal worthy of any game.Our sixth and final goal came courtesy of great work from Alex Hartigan who set Chad Molloy free,he beat five players with his quick feet and finished deftly to the bottom corner,a super goal from a super player.
We move onto the semi final phase now,facing Aisling Annacotty in the Fairgreen at 7.oo pm on Wednesday.
We commenced as follows:
Sean O’Dwyer,Darragh Whelan,Sean Foley,Alex Koyce,Chloe Wallace,Jamie Waters,Jack McMahon,Eamon Doyle,Chad Molloy,Caleb McNamara and David Lynch.
Back up squad:
Alex Kirwin,Alex Hartigan,Josh Wallace,Conor Hannon and Scott Griffin.
Impossible to pick out a player of the match as all 16 players when called upon were brilliant and all deservedly share the accolade.
U16 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Ballynanty Rovers: 5
We were forced to take to the field with just ten players for a variety of reasons and despite a monumental effort by all concerned suffered defeat to a good Ballynanty side.We fell behind to two early goals but showed great heart and determination thereafter,having a goal ruled out for offside.
The north city side netted their third soon after,but we rapidly netted a fine goal from Joey Deegan.Our opponents tacked on two more late in the second half as the extra man and the heat took its toll.
Unlucky,but a brave performance nonetheless.
Team:
Kian O'Brien,Troy Cahill,Matthew Hickey,Callum Kiely,Cian Power,Paudie Madden,James Murphy,Ben Keogh,Ryan O'Callaghan and Joey Deegan.
WINNING CAPTAINS:
Covid put a halt to the Oscar Traynor and Inter County Youth Tournaments since 2018/19.Last season the FAI Junior Cup and Munster Junior cup fell to a similar fate.
The up side is all four trophies remain in residence in Limerick.
The captains of the respective sides got together in Jackman Park recently.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 41,2020/21.
FAI SUMMER CAMP
Details of the 25th annual Intersport Elverys FAI football camp that our club will be hosting this July have been announced.
It is open to everyone, not just Fairview Rangers members, and will operate on a first come first served basis.
This is a 5 day event, running from Monday 26th July to Friday 30th July,
the start time is 10am and the finishing time is 1 pm.
All applications will be managed through the FAI web site. This are now available online {only}.
The cost is €70.00 per child and is payable online to the FAI.
All coaches are FAI accredited and garda vetted, and the event will cater for children of all abilities.
Any queries to Andy McCallion or any member of the Fairview Rangers AFC committee.
The two winners of summer camp places from within our own ranks are Liam Kelly and Daniel O'Sullivan, congratulations to both and a big thank you to everybody that entered the draw.
The NEWSLETTERS coverage of the recent re-commencement of Schoolboy/girl football
will start up in next weeks edition, running, in our standard format of Monday to Saturday.
Team managers are reminded to send match details,U12 and upwards to PRO John Carey asap after all games to [email protected] and also to forward teams, substitutes and panels for all grades to [email protected].
CLUB AGM 2020/2021:
Our annual general meeting was held at the Fairgreen on Wednesday evening last and resulted in the following being entrusted with the management of our clubs activities and ambitions for the season ahead.
President:
Sean Lipper
Chairman:
Derek Whyte
Vice chairman:
Andy Sheehan
Treasurer:
Noel Whyte
Secretary:
Brian Greaney
Committee:
Pat Keegan,Shane Fitzgerald,Mark Reddan,Billy Cavanagh,Gerry Flynn,Niall Lee,Andy McCallion,Hugh Brogan and Seanie Lipper.
Chairman Derek Whyte was elected to the vacant trustee position following the recent passing of Sean Byrnes.
He joins Pat Keegan,Pa Ryan,Tony Meehan and Joe McCarthy as a trustee
All of the sitting officers and committee sought re-election to their positions,the new members are most welcome.
The sense of continuity and stability is so warmly welcomed by our members,players,supporters,patrons and sponsors.The incredible achievements of our officers and committee in recent years has laid an amazing foundation for Fairview Rangers AFC as we head into our 76th season in local football.
In the most difficult of circumstances our club has progressed leaps and bounds,particularly,over the last 12 months in relation to facilities in addition to the club adding another FAI Junior Cup to its existing glowing Roll of Honour.
All arms of our dedicated bunch of volunteers have recommitted to the cause,encompassing all aspects of a modern football club,a raft of incredibly talented and devoted people who almost daily are busy with some aspect of club work.Much of this is unseen and unheralded,but it occurs.
We are so fortunate to possess such marvellous people,who give so much of themselves for the betterment of our club and our community too.
We have heralded their fine work regularly over the last few seasons and indeed their finer instincts over some tough moments during the last decade,and we do so again now.
These are as a fine a group of people in their own right as our club has had at the reins,and we have full confidence in their determination to take us forward on all fronts.
President:
Sean Lipper
Chairman:
Derek Whyte
Vice chairman:
Andy Sheehan
Treasurer:
Noel Whyte
Secretary:
Brian Greaney
Committee:
Pat Keegan,Mark Reddan,Shane Fitzgerald,Billy Cavanagh,Gerry Flynn,Niall Lee,Andy McCallion,Hugh Brogan and Seanie Lipper.
Chairman Derek Whyte was elected to the vacant trustee position following the passing of the Sean Byrnes.
He joins Pat Keegan,Pa Ryan,Tony Meehan and Joe McCarthy as a trustee.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
12,16,21 and 22.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7000.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Noel Whyte, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Nicola Keegan, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Abe Henderson, Promoter: Andy Sheehan. Alex Fogarty, Promoter: Pat Keegan.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 7100.00 euro
A RECENT OBITUARY:
Our condolences to the Rowan family,St. Laurence Park,Garryowen following the recent demise of Mary Rowan.
The late Marys brother Alan lined out with our club in the late 70's and early 80's.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
CLUB KIDDIES CAMP STARTS:
The ''TINY KICKERS'' camp takes place every Saturday morning from 9.00 am to 9.45 am at the Fairgreen.
It caters for 4 to 6 year olds,a fun filled introduction to the basics of the game,participants are requested to please bring a drink and astro shoes along.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL FIXTURES:
Wednesday June 9th:
U14 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Pike Rovers
Friday June 11th:
U15 Premier Cup,quarter final:
Regional United v Fairview Rangers
U15 Division Two Cup,quarter final:
Mungret Regional v Fairview Rangers
Saturday June 12th:
U12 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Shelbourne AFC v Fairview Rangers
U12 Division Four Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Aisling Annacotty
U14 Cup Division Two Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Newport Town
U16 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Parkville AFC or Ballynanty Rovers:
Monday June 14th:
U13 Premier Cup,quarter final:
Corbally United v Fairview Rangers
U13 Division Two Cup,first round:
Fairview Rangers v Caherconlish AFC.
PREMIER SIDE INCLUDED IN FAI SENIOR CUP DRAW:
The clubs ''A'' squad will be included in the forthcoming draw for the preliminary round of the 2020/2021 FAI Senior Cup,along with the other three semi finalists from last seasons FAI Junior Cup.
The preliminary round will take place on July 15th,20 teams will be included,it will feature eight games,four teams will receive byes to the first round proper
FAI SUMMER CAMP
Details of the 25th annual Intersport Elverys FAI football camp that our club will be hosting this July have been announced.
It is open to everyone, not just Fairview Rangers members, and will operate on a first come first served basis.
This is a 5 day event, running from Monday 26th July to Friday 30th July,
the start time is 10am and the finishing time is 1 pm.
All applications will be managed through the FAI web site. This are now available online {only}.
The cost is €70.00 per child and is payable online to the FAI.
All coaches are FAI accredited and garda vetted, and the event will cater for children of all abilities.
Any queries to Andy McCallion or any member of the Fairview Rangers AFC committee.
The two winners of summer camp places from within our own ranks are Liam Kelly and Daniel O'Sullivan, congratulations to both and a big thank you to everybody that entered the draw.
The NEWSLETTERS coverage of the recent re-commencement of Schoolboy/girl football
will start up in next weeks edition, running, in our standard format of Monday to Saturday.
Team managers are reminded to send match details,U12 and upwards to PRO John Carey asap after all games to [email protected] and also to forward teams, substitutes and panels for all grades to [email protected].
CLUB AGM 2020/2021:
Our annual general meeting was held at the Fairgreen on Wednesday evening last and resulted in the following being entrusted with the management of our clubs activities and ambitions for the season ahead.
President:
Sean Lipper
Chairman:
Derek Whyte
Vice chairman:
Andy Sheehan
Treasurer:
Noel Whyte
Secretary:
Brian Greaney
Committee:
Pat Keegan,Shane Fitzgerald,Mark Reddan,Billy Cavanagh,Gerry Flynn,Niall Lee,Andy McCallion,Hugh Brogan and Seanie Lipper.
Chairman Derek Whyte was elected to the vacant trustee position following the recent passing of Sean Byrnes.
He joins Pat Keegan,Pa Ryan,Tony Meehan and Joe McCarthy as a trustee
All of the sitting officers and committee sought re-election to their positions,the new members are most welcome.
The sense of continuity and stability is so warmly welcomed by our members,players,supporters,patrons and sponsors.The incredible achievements of our officers and committee in recent years has laid an amazing foundation for Fairview Rangers AFC as we head into our 76th season in local football.
In the most difficult of circumstances our club has progressed leaps and bounds,particularly,over the last 12 months in relation to facilities in addition to the club adding another FAI Junior Cup to its existing glowing Roll of Honour.
All arms of our dedicated bunch of volunteers have recommitted to the cause,encompassing all aspects of a modern football club,a raft of incredibly talented and devoted people who almost daily are busy with some aspect of club work.Much of this is unseen and unheralded,but it occurs.
We are so fortunate to possess such marvellous people,who give so much of themselves for the betterment of our club and our community too.
We have heralded their fine work regularly over the last few seasons and indeed their finer instincts over some tough moments during the last decade,and we do so again now.
These are as a fine a group of people in their own right as our club has had at the reins,and we have full confidence in their determination to take us forward on all fronts.
President:
Sean Lipper
Chairman:
Derek Whyte
Vice chairman:
Andy Sheehan
Treasurer:
Noel Whyte
Secretary:
Brian Greaney
Committee:
Pat Keegan,Mark Reddan,Shane Fitzgerald,Billy Cavanagh,Gerry Flynn,Niall Lee,Andy McCallion,Hugh Brogan and Seanie Lipper.
Chairman Derek Whyte was elected to the vacant trustee position following the passing of the Sean Byrnes.
He joins Pat Keegan,Pa Ryan,Tony Meehan and Joe McCarthy as a trustee.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
12,16,21 and 22.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 7000.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Noel Whyte, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Nicola Keegan, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Abe Henderson, Promoter: Andy Sheehan. Alex Fogarty, Promoter: Pat Keegan.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 7100.00 euro
A RECENT OBITUARY:
Our condolences to the Rowan family,St. Laurence Park,Garryowen following the recent demise of Mary Rowan.
The late Marys brother Alan lined out with our club in the late 70's and early 80's.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
CLUB KIDDIES CAMP STARTS:
The ''TINY KICKERS'' camp takes place every Saturday morning from 9.00 am to 9.45 am at the Fairgreen.
It caters for 4 to 6 year olds,a fun filled introduction to the basics of the game,participants are requested to please bring a drink and astro shoes along.
SCHOOLBOY/SCHOOLGIRL FIXTURES:
Wednesday June 9th:
U14 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Pike Rovers
Friday June 11th:
U15 Premier Cup,quarter final:
Regional United v Fairview Rangers
U15 Division Two Cup,quarter final:
Mungret Regional v Fairview Rangers
Saturday June 12th:
U12 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Shelbourne AFC v Fairview Rangers
U12 Division Four Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Aisling Annacotty
U14 Cup Division Two Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Newport Town
U16 Division One Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers v Parkville AFC or Ballynanty Rovers:
Monday June 14th:
U13 Premier Cup,quarter final:
Corbally United v Fairview Rangers
U13 Division Two Cup,first round:
Fairview Rangers v Caherconlish AFC.
PREMIER SIDE INCLUDED IN FAI SENIOR CUP DRAW:
The clubs ''A'' squad will be included in the forthcoming draw for the preliminary round of the 2020/2021 FAI Senior Cup,along with the other three semi finalists from last seasons FAI Junior Cup.
The preliminary round will take place on July 15th,20 teams will be included,it will feature eight games,four teams will receive byes to the first round proper
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 21, 2020/21.
LAST PERSON STANDING:
The club has decided to organise another last person standing competition.
We will kick off on the weekend commencing 6th February,three weeks to get your entries in.
If you are interested in entering please advise Stewart, email id: [email protected].
Again it will be one selection 10.00 euro or 3 selections for 20.00 euro.
Winner{s} will receive 600 euro in prize money.
If you know anybody that wants to enter please forward these details to them.
Appreciate all the support as always.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The draw takes place every Monday.
The numbers drawn:
7,15,19 and 28.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 5000.00 euro.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 5100.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Noel Whyte, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Aoife Healy, Promoter: Brian Greaney,
Peter Guerin, Promoter: Niall Lee.
F. Moore, Promoter: Anna Moore. Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Thank you for your support.
RECENT BEREAVEMENTS:
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the late Bridie Harrington,Fairways,Monaleen,Limerick. Bridie's son Darren is a former Premier League player with our club,the late Christy Hannan,Lee Estate,Island Road,Limerick.Christy was a member of the LDMC for many years and Rian O'Halloran,late of Glendale Lawn,Old Singland Road,Limerick and Shelbourne FC.
Ar dheis De go raibh a n-anam.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 17,2020/21.
Can I wish all of our players,managers,supporters,sponsors,patrons and most especially our incredible committees and supports,indeed anybody associated with our club a very happy and peaceful Christmas and good fortune in 2021.
LAST PERSON STANDING:
Congratulations to the two winners of our last venture,Declan Moane and Shane Madden,these two gentlemen share 600.00 euro.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
4,11,14 and 20.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 4,600.00 euro.
Four Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
John O'Brien, promoter: Pa Ryan.
Bob Ryan, promoter: Andy Sheehan.
Padraig W. Dineen, promoter: Pat Keegan.
James McNamara, promoter: Noel Whyte.
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 4,700.00 euro.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 16, 2020/2021.
Stayed connected to our facebook page and twitter feed also,for updates on club activities.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS.
Monday December 14th 2020.
The numbers drawn: 1,8,18 and 19.
No winner of the 4500.00 euro JACKPOT.
Lucky Dips:
Rob Lee, Fairview Rangers AFC.
John Haran, Promoter: ''C'' team.
Ann O'Neill, Promoter: Noel Whyte.
Colm Rooney, Promoter: Niall Lee.
JACKPOT for next Mondays draw stands at 4600.00 euro.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Again,thank you for your support.
Stayed connected to our facebook page and twitter feed also,for updates on club activities.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS.
Monday December 14th 2020.
The numbers drawn: 1,8,18 and 19.
No winner of the 4500.00 euro JACKPOT.
Lucky Dips:
Rob Lee, Fairview Rangers AFC.
John Haran, Promoter: ''C'' team.
Ann O'Neill, Promoter: Noel Whyte.
Colm Rooney, Promoter: Niall Lee.
JACKPOT for next Mondays draw stands at 4600.00 euro.Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Again,thank you for your support.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 15,2020/21.
Stayed connected to our facebook page and twitter feed also,for updates on club activities.
LOTTERY DRAW:
Monday December 7th:
Numbers drawn:
3,4,11 and 25.
The JACKPOT of 4400.00 euro was not won.
Lucky Dips x 3,win 25.00 euro each.
Ollie Hayes, Promoter: Niall Lee.
Mia White, Promoter: Noel Whyte.
Jason Roche, ''C'' Team.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 4500.00 euro.
Lottery tickets can be purchased online,please contact Niall Lee at 083 8973478 or [email protected].
Tickets can also be bought from any committee member.
Again,thank you for your support.
CLUB SHOP OPENING HOURS:
Monday,Wednesday and Friday:
6.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
Saturday:
9.30 am to 12.00 noon.
FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY,CHRISTMAS OUTING:
Played at Rathbane GC,Saturday December 5th.
Par 70.
Winners:
Joe Purcell,Hughie Brogan and Brendan Markham,score of 66,{-4},Dunnes Stores vouchers.
2nd:
Myles Kavanagh,Shane Enright and Andrew Hannigan,score of 67,{-3},Jameson whiskey sets.
3rd:
Eoin O'Hagan,Cyril Hamilton and Alan Quinlivan,score of 69,{-1},Wine Set.
4th:
John Ryan,Christy Duggan and Ricky Goodwin,score of 70,Wine and chocolate sets.
5th:
Mike Lynch,Noel McNamara and Robert Payne,score of 71,back 9 of 34,golf hats.
6th:
Fergal O'Grady,Jason Roche and Denis Wallace,score of 71,back 6 of 23,golf towels.
7th:
James Flanagan,Gary O'Connor and Stewart O'Connell,score of 71,back 6 of 25,box of golf 12 balls.
8th:
Robert Banks,Darrell O'Connell and Eugene McNamara,score of 74,golf gloves.
9th:
Pat Hastings,Frank Ryan and Shane Wallace,score of 75,sleeve of golf balls.
10th:
Ger Delaney,Ger Waters and Edward O'Connell,score of 78,back 6 of 26,sleeve of golf balls.
11th:
John Byrnes,Ger Madden and Christy Purcell,score of 78,back 6 of 27,sleeve of golf balls.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 14, 2020/21.
Lottery
Monday November 30th:
Numbers drawn:
7,10,16 and 17.
No winner of the 4300.00 euro JACKPOT.
3 x Lucky Dip winners of 25.00 euro each.
Brian Kelly, Fairview Rangers ''C'' team.
Gillian O'Donoghue, promoter: Pa Ryan.
Holly Kennedy, promoter: Pat Keegan.
Next weeks JACKPOT is 4400.00 euro.
Thank you for your support.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 13, 2020/21.
Our weekly lottery returns next Monday November 30th,at 9.00 pm.
Tickets can be purchased from any committee member or on twitter via @roche_jason
The jackpot stands at 4300.00 euro.
Be part of it,your support is greatly appreciated.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 12, 2020/21.
LOTTERY UPDATE:
Our clubs lottery has been the main source of income for our football club for many years,a large proportion of entrants to the lottery purchased tickets in the clubs bar,which is currently closed due to Covid 19 restrictions.
The lottery,with the exception of just one week recently has effectively been suspended for eight months.
Happily,the lottery will resume on Monday November 30th,and will for the first time allow our patrons to pay either by direct debit or standing order.
This will entail the subscriber setting up a payment method with their bank in the amount of e8.40 per month and advising a committee member of their four chosen lottery numbers,which the subscriber will keep for 52 subsequent draws.
Our bank details are as follows,{we DO NOT require your banking details}.
Bank: PTSB
Payee: Fairview Rangers FC
BIC: IPBSIE2D
IBAN: IE39IPBS99072603142509
Your ongoing and loyal support is greatly appreciated.
LOTTERY UPDATE:
Our clubs lottery has been the main source of income for our football club for many years,a large proportion of entrants to the lottery purchased tickets in the clubs bar,which is currently closed due to Covid 19 restrictions.
The lottery,with the exception of just one week recently has effectively been suspended for eight months.
Happily,the lottery will resume on Monday November 30th,and will for the first time allow our patrons to pay either by direct debit or standing order.
This will entail the subscriber setting up a payment method with their bank in the amount of e8.40 per month and advising a committee member of their four chosen lottery numbers,which the subscriber will keep for 52 subsequent draws.
Our bank details are as follows,{we DO NOT require your banking details}.
Bank: PTSB
Payee: Fairview Rangers FC
BIC: IPBSIE2D
IBAN: IE39IPBS99072603142509
Your ongoing and loyal support is greatly appreciated.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 11 2020/21.
LOTTERY UPDATE:
Our clubs lottery has been the main source of income for our football club for many years,a large proportion of entrants to the lottery purchased tickets in the clubs bar,which is currently closed due to Covid 19 restrictions.
The lottery,with the exception of just one week recently has effectively been suspended for eight months.
Happily,the lottery will resume on Monday November 30th,and will for the first time allow our patrons to pay either by direct debit or standing order.
This will entail the subscriber setting up a payment method with their bank in the amount of e8.40 per month and advising a committee member of their four chosen lottery numbers,which the subscriber will keep for 52 subsequent draws.
Our bank details are as follows,{we DO NOT require your banking details}.
Bank: PTSB
Payee: Fairview Rangers FC
BIC: IPBSIE2D
IBAN: IE39IPBS99072603142509
Your ongoing and loyal support is greatly appreciated.
RECENT BEREAVEMENTS:
On behalf of everybody associated with our club,can I extend our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the late Mary Flynn{nee Meehan},Norwood Park.Mary's extended family have had a long association with Fairview Rangers,her husband Joe has served on club committees in the past and her brother Tony is currently a club trustee.
Our sympathies also to the family and friends of the recently deceased Tom Hannon,Garryowen Road.Tom has been a kind and generous sponsor to our club,through Tower Cabs.
Ar dheis De go raibh a n-anam.
CLUB SPORTSWEAR:
Our club shop is closed until early December due to covid 19 restrictions.
However,if anyone wants to order jackets,tops or t-shirts as Christmas gifts,please contact Andy McCallion at 087 9445443 before November 12th,size required of course.
We also stock caps,bobble hats,snoods,shorts,socks,gear bags,polo shirts,Regatta rain jackets and newly stocked half zip jackets,adults 35.00 euro,child 30.00 euro.
PRICE LIST:
Skinny pants: Adult e30.00 child e25.00
Wind break: Adult e30.00 child e25.00
Regatta rain jacket,water proof,fleece lined: e50.00
Polo shirts: e25.00
Sweat shirts: e27.00 and e33.00
White t-shirts:e15.00 and e18.00 euro
Yellow t-shirts:e10.00 and e12.00
Shorts and socks: e9.00
Caps: e12.00
Bobble hats: e12.00
Snoods: e12.00
Gear bags: e30.00
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 8 2020/2021.
ALL FOOTBALL GAMES POSTPONED:
Following the move to level 3 restrictions nationwide all football leagues,in line with government guidelines must suspend all fixtures until midnight on October 27th.
There is under level 3 the option for clubs to train in a group compromising a maximum of 15,this must be non contact and in line with social distancing.
We wish all of our players,coaches,members, volunteers and supporters good health at this time and hope to see you all soon.
The proposed Futsal competitions for our younger underage players have also been postponed.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING:
The above has been cancelled until further notice.
LAST PERSON STANDING:
We are kicking off next weekend.
Entries as soon as possible please to [email protected]
One selection 10.00 euro or 3 selections for 20 .00 euro.
The winner will receive 600.00 euro.
If any of your friends,family or work colleagues wish to enter please ask them to forward their choices to the above email address.
We greatly appreciate all your ongoing support of our fund raising ventures.
Fixtures below for week one:
Saturday October 17th:
Chelsea v Southampton
Crystal Palace v Brighton
Everton v Liverpool
Leeds v Wolves
Leicester v Aston Villa
Manchester City v Arsenal
Newcastle United v Manchester United
Sheffield United v Fulham
Spurs v West Ham
West Brom v Burnley
WEEKLY LOTTERY:
The clubs weekly lottery has been placed in abeyance for the duration of the current regulations.
FAIRVIEW RANGERS INSTAGRAM PROPOSAL:
Jason Roche is considering setting up a club Instagram page during the current break from some football activities to compliment the clubs Facebook and Twitter platforms.
Whenever everything restarts,club related photographs,eg: team pictures,memories and facility developments can be featured on an Instagram page.
Our Facebook and Twitter outlets have a huge following already,we are confident Instagram will be very popular as well.
Photographs etc. can be emailed to [email protected] for inclusion.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 6,2020/2021.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING:
The clubs AGM will take place on Tuesday October 20th at 6.00 pm at the Fairgreen.
All motions and nominations must be with Honorary Secretary,Brian Greaney on or before Tuesday October 6th,{[email protected]}.
MEMBERSHIP:
Membership fees for 2020/21 season:
The annual contribution has been maintained at 2017/18 levels.
Junior and Youth players:
80.00 euro.
Managers,coaches and committee members:
25.00 euro.
Schoolboy/schoolgirls:
80.00 euro,two players from the same family 140.00 euro,3 players from the same family 180.00 euro.
General membership 50.00 euro.
OAP's 25.00 euro.
Membership must be paid by October 24th.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RETURNS:
The lottery will recommence on Monday October 5th.
The current jackpot is 4200.00 euro.
Your continued and loyal support for our main fund raising activity is greatly appreciated.
The draw will take place at 9.30 pm.
FIRST GAME UNDER LIGHTS:
The clubs first game under lights at the Fairgreen will take place on Saturday evening next at 7.00 pm.Our Premier side face Prospect Priory in a Premier League tie.
FAI SUCCESS,PHOTOGRAPHS AVAILABLE:
Photographs of our FAI Junior Cup win are available from Ger Ryan Photography,they can be purchased from as little as €4.99 per picture,linked attached.
https://www.vistek.ie/fairview2020/slideshow
BEREAVEMENT:
Our sincerest condolences to the Coppolla family following the recent passing of Alfredo Coppolla.
LAST PERSON STANDING:
One of our major fundraisers,the competition will commence on October 17th.
e10.00 for a single entry or e20.00 for three selections.
The winner{s} will receive e600.00.
Entries please to Jason Purcell{[email protected]},Stewart Fitzgerald{[email protected]},Derek Whyte{[email protected]},Niall Lee{[email protected]} or Jason Roche{[email protected]}.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Saturday September 26th:
U8 Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Granville Rangers
Some great football on display from both panels,these young players are learning fast and improving every week.
Panel:
Billy Moore,Clodagh Keane,Jamie O’Callaghan,Dylan Murphy Ryan,Shane Dillon,Rian McMahon,Bobby Griffin,Sean Duggan,Sam O’Doherty,Killian TePou,Scott Waters.
U10 Blue Group:
Fairview Rangers v Aisling Annacotty FC
Our thanks to Aisling Annacotty for helping out with the numbers.Some terrific skill on display from both sets of participants.
Panel:
Micheal Costelloe,Mya Moloney,Mohamed Gabyow,Harry Sheedy,Jack Kennedy,Sean Kett,Ben Fitzgerald,Scott McInerney,Sophie McGuigan,Charlie Heffernan,Liam Meehan,Craig Sheehan,Warren Goodwin,Evan Waters and Cian Gavin.
Well done to everybody.
U12 League,Division One:
Carew Park: 1 Fairview Rangers: 4
Goals scored by Danny Fitzpatrick(2),Dylan Kett and a super free kick from Sean Dunphy.
Best on the day were:
Danny Fitzpatrick,Sean Dunphy and Ryan Connolly.
We lined out:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy,Dylan Mason,Jamie Fitzgerald,Ryan Connolly,David Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan,Thomas Hehir,Darra Maher,Danny Fitzpatrick and Dylan Kett{captain,rotating}.
Substitute:
Leon Coppolla.
U12 League,Division Four:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Parkville Rangers: 1
We began brightly and took the lead inside the opening five minutes when top scorer Alex Higgins scored a fine goal.We continued to dominate and could well have extended our lead only for some top class saves by the Parkville netminder.Louie Sheedy and Rhys Dillon were really standing out at this stage and the latter was fouled on the edge of the area.Aaron Kennedy struck a beauty to the top corner to double our lead.Just on half time the visitors replied with a fine effort of their own to leave the score standing at 2-1 at the short whistle.
Parkville came more into the game in the second half,but some top notch defending kept them at bay.Louie Sheedy scored a cracking goal,one which his performance on the day fully deserved.The management made some changes and each and every player fitted in seamlessly,showing the strength in depth that the panel possesses.Despite our side creating some good chances the scoreline remained at 3-1.
A fine team performance with Rhys Dillon really catching the eye and deservedly getting the man of the match award.
Starting nine:
Jack Kiely,Ben McInerney{joint captain},Evan Rice,Eoin Cleary,Rhys Dillon,Louie Sheedy,Aaron Kennedy,Max Rozewska{joint captain} and Alex Higgins.
Reserves:
Mya Moloney,Brian Young,AJ Sheehan,Sean Fitzgerald,Liam Kiely and Daniel O'Sullivan.
U14 League,Division One:
Aisling Annacotty FC: 5 Fairview Rangers: 2
In a game where we could have easily shared the spoils,we took the lead on ten minutes,an excellent through ball from Cameron Walsh released Jake Gallagher who finished superbly.Some fine interplay between Josh Campbell and Callum O’Hanlon allowed Cameron Walsh get his second with another clinical strike.The home outfit scored three goals without reply subsequently,to garner a lead into the second half that on the balance of play was scarcely deserved.
We again dominated the second period and had two goals ruled out for offside.Our opponents netted a further pair of goals in the last ten minutes to leave the scoreline in no way reflecting the game.
Team:
Jack Costelloe,Logan Heffernan{vice captain},Sean Madden,Justin Price,Jamie Enright,Sean Holland{captain}Jake Gallagher,Josh Campbell,Callum O'Hanlon,Riain O'Shaughnessy,Cameron Walshe.
Reserves:
Lee Hughes and Philip Ryan.
Unlucky lads.
U14 League,Division Two:
Bridge Celtic: 1 Fairview Rangers: 5
We started progressively in this one with both Chad Molloy and Jack McMahon to the fore.Eamon Doyle was close to giving us a lead having been released by Josh Wallace,but was denied by a top class save by the “Bridge” netminder.We eventually broke down a stubborn home defence,some fine interplay witnessed Chad Molloy play a beautiful pass behind the defence.Jamie Waters held the ball skilfully prior to setting up David Lynch who finished in style from twelve yards.It was 0-2 just before half time,Eamon Doyle skipped past two defenders and struck a rocket to the back of the net.With less than a minute left in the opening half it was three,Jack McMahon picked out Jamie Waters with a defence splitting pass,the talented youngster made no mistake.
Ten minutes into the second period it was 1-3,a wicked deflection ended up in the back of our net.Our response was excellent,we made it 1-4,again a through ball by Chad Molloy sent David Lynch in on goal to grab his second of the tie.
The fifth and final goal of the game was special.We were awarded a free kick fully thirty five yards from goal.Eamon Doyle struck an absolute peach of a shot that arrowed into the top corner leaving it 1-5 at the final whistle.
Once again a great team performance,each player making a telling contribution to the win.
Team:
Ben O'Dwyer,Darragh Whelan{joint captain},Alex Koyce,Sean Foley,Josh Wallace,Scott Griffin,Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy,Eamon Doyle,Jamie Waters{joint captain}and David Lynch.
Bench:
Jack McNally,Alex Kirwin,Alex Hartigan and Adam O’Connell.
U16 Premier League:
Aisling Annacotty FC 4: Fairview Rangers 1:
We created as many chances as the opposition but could not apply the final touch all too often,sadly.In fact,we took the lead in this one,Robbie Rooney finished well midway through the opening half.Aisling scored two goals somewhat against the run of play to take a slender lead into the second half.
On a positive note we continued creating chances but could not add to our tally,the home side tacked on two more late on to leave it 4-1 at full time.
We started with:
Conor Browne,Michael Nevin,Fintan O'Kelly,Jake Griffin,Blake Campbell,Josh McCarthy,Mark Ward,Aijay Vijandran,Robbie Rooney,Jamie Hannan and Adam Keating.
In support:
Callum Murphy,Emmet Hehir and Chulainn Williams.
U16 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Ballynanty Rovers: 0
In a keenly contested affair chances were at a premium and our first real attempt on goal was James Murphy’s well struck effort being well saved by the the Ballynanty keeper'.Into the second half,the game opened up a bit more and our pressure finally paid off into the last quarter,Troy Cahill scored an absolute beauty direct from a corner.
Jiberal Sheehan really showed his worth with some fantastic stops in the final minutes to give us a hard earned but well deserved win,each and every player was outstanding on the day.
We commenced as follows:
Jibril Sheehan,Grace McInerney{captain},Kyle McSweeney,Matthew Hickey,Callum Kiely,Troy Cahill,Jake Kavanagh{vice captain},Kian O'Brien,Kyle Robinson,James Murphy and Joey Deegan.
Replacements:
Paudie Madden,Ben Keogh and Cian Power.
GRACE AND JODIE STARRING FOR LIMERICK DESMOND:
Grace McInerney and Jodie Griffin played for the Desmond League U15 girls against South Tipperary in Askeaton on Sunday.Both played the full seventy minutes and contributed handsomely to Limericks cause,despite a one to nil loss.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Sunday September 27th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Moyross FC: 4 Fairview Rangers ''B'': 4
Our Bees displayed fantastic battling qualities to grab a well deserved draw away to title challengers Moyross on Sunday morning.We trailed the home side 3-1 at one stage in the game.A great fight back by this youthful side gave us a share the spoils.
Scorers:
Zac Sheehan,Conor Keane,Jack Foley and the prolific Craig Madigan.
Team selection:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Colm O'Brien,Sean Connelly,Craig Madigan,Zak Sheehan,Sean Ezarnkadh,Kane Connolly,Jack Foley and Conor Keane.
Starting from the bench:
Scott Quaid,Kyle Mannion,Shane Ryan and Josh McCarthy.
Open Cup,Round Two:
Fairview Rangers ''C'': 2 Mungret Regional: 3
The Cees team faced an experienced Mungret side.Yet again lady luck deserted us.We took the lead twice in this one with goals from Killian Costello and Mike Kett,each time though Mungret responded to see them advance.
Our eleven:
Shane Reed,Mike Kett,Darren Kelly,Killian Costelloe,Lee Whyte,Jason Roche{captain},Darren Roche,Craig Reddan,Wayne Lee,Antoine Mc Mahon and Evan Bennett.
In support:
Niall O'Connor,Cian Malone,Sean O'Brien and Leonard Plunkett.
Clubhouse News
We are delighted to say along with the government's guidelines that our clubhouse bar
will finally be reopening this Monday September 21st.
We would just like to let everyone know the guidelines that have been put in place by
management and staff to ensure the safe reopening of the bar.
There will be a maximum of 50 customers allowed in the bar at one time.
There is a maximum of 6 people per table.
Everyone will have to remain seated as we will be doing table service.
All staff will be wearing face masks.
There are hand sanitizing dispensers placed around the bar for everyone's use.
Anyone under the age of 18 is not allowed in the bar.
We will not be taking bookings for any parties.
The bar will be closing at 10.30 all customers must be out of the bar by 11.30.
We will be operating on a walk in basis but we do encourage customers to call the club first
to check are tables available but we will not be taking bookings for tables.
Everyone will have to sign in with name and phone number upon entry and will have to wait to be seated.
We would also like to note there have been changes to opening times on a few days.
Monday to Friday we will be opening at 7pm.
Saturday we will be opening at 2pm and Sunday we will be opening at the usual 12pm.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone back in the club
We are delighted to say along with the government's guidelines that our clubhouse bar
will finally be reopening this Monday September 21st.
We would just like to let everyone know the guidelines that have been put in place by
management and staff to ensure the safe reopening of the bar.
There will be a maximum of 50 customers allowed in the bar at one time.
There is a maximum of 6 people per table.
Everyone will have to remain seated as we will be doing table service.
All staff will be wearing face masks.
There are hand sanitizing dispensers placed around the bar for everyone's use.
Anyone under the age of 18 is not allowed in the bar.
We will not be taking bookings for any parties.
The bar will be closing at 10.30 all customers must be out of the bar by 11.30.
We will be operating on a walk in basis but we do encourage customers to call the club first
to check are tables available but we will not be taking bookings for tables.
Everyone will have to sign in with name and phone number upon entry and will have to wait to be seated.
We would also like to note there have been changes to opening times on a few days.
Monday to Friday we will be opening at 7pm.
Saturday we will be opening at 2pm and Sunday we will be opening at the usual 12pm.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone back in the club
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 4, 2020/2021 AND NUMBER 36 2019/2020 - 15th Sept 2020
FAI JUNIOR CUP FINAL
Fairview Rangers: 1 Usher Celtic: 0
TENTH NATIONAL TITLE SECURED
Eamon Deacy Park in Galway was the setting for our clubs latest instalment of history making,annexing our ninth National Junior title to accompany our sole National Youths success,achieved in 2010.An astonishing achievement by any standards,difficult to get a proper perspective on it at this point,that'll sink in later,again putting our club and Limerick to the fore of Irish football,following an unprecedented twelve month campaign.
Though slight underdogs pre-game,we turned up trumps in a thoroughly deserved victory over the much touted Dublin outfit.It was a stunning success by any measure,the pride and joy experienced by everybody associated with our club is quite something to behold.It has lifted our spirits stratospherically in what has been a tough year for so many people.
Clyde O'Connell's winning header will be long recalled by all of us.
Jason Purcell now possess seven FAI junior cup medals,six of them with Fairview Rangers as both player and manager.His talented and invaluable associate Stuart Fitzgerald has also added to his collection of silverware and honours.Michael Costelloe has brought all of his experience to the goalkeeping coaching role.First aid man Paul Dillon has been with these lads for this remarkable and merited revival in fortune.Kevin Keegan,an ever present is so much more than a kit manager.
The club has now contested nine finals and won each one of them,a record that is unique,not only in football,but in sport in general.
Robbie Kelliher won another FAI junior Cup medal a full sixteen years after he last won the coveted trophy.Conor Keane who started the game up front was a year old when Robbie played all those years ago.Six of the panel are under twenty years of age with two still playing in the youth grade.One outstanding clubman John Mullane added another title to his Lawson cup success.Spare a thought for both Dermot Fitzgerald and Jamie Enright,both of whom made telling contributions to the cause,sadly losing out through injury in recent times.
Every single player contributed to the lifting of this trophy for the club.It matters not one how many minutes you played.Its the collective panel that wins these trophies and always will be the case..
Aaron Savage,hero of the quarter and semi-final penalty shootouts wins was calmness personified between the sticks.AJ O’Connor and Shane Costelloe were outstanding in what were unaccustomed roles.Mark Slattery and Clyde O’Connell at the heart of defence continue to complement each other’s style with the latter getting the all important goal,Mark Slattery was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet himself from a similar situation.Indeed,O’Connell was earning his third MOTM award in succession,which surely sets a new record also.
Ushers current FAI junior player of the year tried his hand on four different defenders on our side and like a defective vending machine got no change from anyone.To the midfield then with Steven Bradley,yet again,imperious in his defensive role.Steven is like “Ronseal”,he does exactly what it says on the tin.Adam Frahill,who has shown great patience all season long was rewarded in spades with a trophy that most junior players will never get their hands on.His tigerish display was immense,his performance could well have got him the MOTM award on another day.Skipper Jeffrey Judge lead by example,both Ross Mann and James Fitzgerald out wide caused untold problems for the opposing full backs.
Up front young Conor Keane displayed why he is so highly rated within the club.This young man along with Eoin Duff,Cian O’Brien,Cian Fitzgerald and Scott Kirwan to name but a few all have bright futures ahead of them and could well be the mainstay of the team in the years
ahead.
Paul Danaher,a fantastic servant to the club picked up his second FAI Junior Cup medal,his first arrived in 2010.His Dad Paul won an FAI Youths Cup medal in 1975 with Ballynanty Rovers.Conor McCormack too was rewarded for his loyalty to the blue and gold.The Byrnes bothers were excellent when introduced.Brian Fitzgerald and Jason Lipper also were also most valuable member of the squad.
The clubs committees,both junior and underage having all played a vital role in building this success.The club has come a long way since the future looked somewhat bleak no more than three years ago.Inspirational chairman Derek Whyte and his outstanding cohorts can take a bow for their enormous contribution to onfield and off field matters,a huge amount of work on the infrastructure has been completed.An enormous debt of gratitude is due to these great people.
Celebrations are still ongoing and rightly so…..Well done to each and everyone concerned in so many ways,seen and unseen.
It was a proud day to be a member of or associated with Fairview Rangers,a day to add to the plethora of joyous occasions witnessed by many of us.
Winning Selection:
Aaron Savage,AJ O'Connor,Shane Costelloe,Mark Slattery,Clyde O'Connell,Steven Bradley,Jeffrey Judge{captain},Adam Frahil,Ross Mann,Conor Keane and James Fitzgerald.
Substitutions:
Paul Danaher,Liam Byrnes,John Mullane,Eddie Byrnes,Cian O'Brien,Robbie Kelliher and Eoin Duff.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL COMMITTEE SEEKING NEW TEAM MANAGERS AND COACHES:
Given the vast number of underage players registered to play with our club,we are constantly in need of support and assistance.We are currently fielding 17 teams.If you are considering stepping into a coaching or management role,we would be delighted to talk to you,if you can contribute a few hours every week.
Helping to build and secure our future is a worthwhile and rewarding activity.If you are interested in commencing in some capacity,please contact Gerry Cantillon on 085 1741591,Stephen McGuane on 085 8327411 or Andy McCallion on 087 9445443.
We can assist greatly with required courses etc.
TOP CLASS COACHING PROGRAMME LAUNCHED:
Fairview Rangers AFC are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with Tommy Barrett's Professional Pathway Academy.
This will provide delivery of a dedicated programme over a six week period rolled out to a number of age ranges in our schoolboy/girl section.
Details can also be found on the Professional Pathway Academy website or our clubs web page.
Places are limited and the deadline is September 18th.
Applications can also be sought at [email protected]
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:
If any of your friends or family wish to receive our NEWSLETTER by email,please forward their name to [email protected]
CUP DRAWS:
Tuohy Cup Quarter final:
Regional United v Fairview Rangers
Semi final:
Winners will play Nenagh AFC or Geraldines or Janesboro United.
Premier ''A''Cup:
Hill Celtic v Fairview Rangers ''B''
Quarter final:
Winners play Aisling Annacotty ''B'' at home
Open Cup:
Round Two:
Fairview Rangers ''C'' v Mungret Regional ''D''
BEREAVEMENT:
Deepest Condolences to the Frahil Family following the recent passing of Thomas Frahil.
FLOODLIGHTS IN THE FAIRGREEN:
The much awaited test run took place last week,all in perfect order.Another brilliant initiative by our club,our committee and all our contributors are to be commended.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Monday September 7th:
U13 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 0 Pike Rovers: 7
An evening best forgotten by our lads.It was one of those evenings when absolutely nothing went right and everything that could go wrong,did.
Every team faces games like that and this team are a match for anyone in this division as they proved time and again last year in the under U12 grade.
Heads up lads,much better days ahead.
We lined out as follows:
Ben Collopy,Darragh Whelan,Ben Kirwin,Alex Kirwin,Adam O'Connell, Josh Campbell,Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy{vice captain},Eamon Doyle{captain},Jamie Waters and David Lynch.
Reserves:
Jack Kiely and Dylan Kett.
U13 League,Division Two:
Newport Town: 1 Fairview Rangers: 9
Much better news for our U13 ''B'' team who posted an outstanding 1-9 victory over a hardworking and very youthful home side.Ryan Phillips continued his rich vein of form in front of goals with a well taken treble,while Danny Fitzpatrick,Lee Hughes and James Murphy bagged an impressive brace each.
Despite the avalanche of goals it was David Fitzpatrick,taking over the goalkeeping duties for this game who was deemed MOTM, producing wonderful saves throughout the tie.
Well done all concerned.
Team:
David Fitzparick,James Murphy,Gavin McNamara,Stephen Byrne,Eric O'Brien{captain},Cillian Keane,Lee Hughes,Thomas Hehir,Danny Fitzparick,Cohen O'Rahilly and Ryan Philips.
Replacements:
James McCarthy and Rian Power.
Wednesday September 9th:
U15 League,Division Two:
Corbally United v Fairview Rangers {POSTPONED}.
Friday September 11th:
U10 Blue Group:
Regional United v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Micheal Costelloe,Mya Moloney,Cian Gavin,Scott McInerney,Mohamed Gabyow,Sophie McGuigan,Jack Kennedy,Charlie Heffernan,Oisin O'Connor,Sean Kett,Liam Meehan,Harry Sheedy,Evan Waters and Ciaran Maher.
Saturday September 12th:
U8 Red Group:
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Billy Moore,Clodagh Keane,Jamie O’Callaghan,Dylan Murphy Ryan,Shane Dillon,Rian McMahon,Bobby Griffin,Sean Duggan,Sam O’Doherty,Killian TePou,Scott Waters.
U12 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Pike Rovers: 0
An outstanding performance by all concerned with both Ben Kirwan and Sean Dunphy the standout players during a tight contest.Dylan Mason got the all-important goal with an excellent finish.
Selection:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy,Jamie Fitzgerald,Ryan Connolly,David Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan,Danny Fitzpatrick,Thomas Hehir,Darra Maher,Dylan Kett and Dylan Mason{rotating captaincy}.
In support:
Leon Coppolla.
U12 League,Division Four:
Regional United: 2 Fairview Rangers: 9
Alex Higgins continued his good run in front of goal with the opener,Mya Moloney scoring a beauty soon afterwards,a stunning effort.Sean Fitzgerald notched number three just coming up to the half time whistle.
The floodgates opened in the second half,AJ Sheehan grabbing an excellent hat-trick,Max Rosewska scored a brace of goals and MOTM Aaron Kennedy grabbing a goal that his performance deserved.
Lineup:
Jack Kiely,Ben McInerney(captain},Evan Rice,Mya Moloney,Aaron Kennedy,Rhys Dillon,Louie Sheedy,Liam Kiely and Alex Higgins.
On the bench:
Max Rozewska,AJ Sheehan and Sean Fitzgerald.
U14 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers Regional United {POSTPONED}
U14 League,Division Two:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Pike Rovers: 2
This was highly entertaining game between to evenly matched sides.We almost took the lead within minutes of the start,some fine build up play by Jack McMahon and Jamie Waters led to a rocket of a strike by Chad Molloy which cannoned off the crossbar before it was cleared to safety.Five minutes later Chad was again denied by the woodwork,this time striking the upright with the keeper beaten.For all that,we fell behind to a breakaway goal.
Our response was immediate,Eamon Doyle slipped by two players before crossing to Scott Griffin who met it sweetly to score from all of twenty yards.Ten minutes into the second half Chad Molly carried the ball some forty yards,then finding Eamon Doyle who found the top corner of the net from an acute angle.
The visitors responded and levelled the game for the second time.Late on a foul on David Lynch gave us a free kick thirty yards from goal.Jack McMahon hit an absolute rocket that was fingertipped saved for a corner.The corner was only partially cleared and the ball fell to Chad Molloy who found the net from twenty yards.The final goal of the game arrived courtesy of great build up play from Alex Hartigan won a free kick and Jack McMahon made no mistake,finding the top corner to leave the final score 4-2.
We commenced:
Jack McNally,Darragh Whelan{vice captain},Jack Koyce,Sean Foley, Adam O'Connell,Jamie Waters{captain},Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy,Eamon Doyle,Scott Griffin and Jack Kiely.
Back up:
Josh Wallace,Alex Hartigan and David Lynch.
U16 Premier League:
Pike Rovers v Fairview Rangers {POSTPONED}
U16 League,Division One:
Aisling Annacotty: 6 Fairview Rangers: 1
We dominated the opening quarter creating several chances of note,but similarly to last week,had no luck finding the net.Our opponents took the lead somewhat against the run of play,our persistence paid off in time,a fine cross by Patryk Dimowski was cleared to the edge of the penalty area where Kian O’Brien controlled and then let fly for a stunning equaliser,leaving it level at half time.
The second half saw Aisling score twice in quick succession early on and added three more late on as we chased the game.
Starting eleven:
Jibril Sheehan,Grace McInerney{captain},Kyle McSweeney,Matthew Hickey,Callum Kiely,Troy Cahill,Kian O'Brien,Patryk Dimowski,Kyle Robinson,Jake Kavanagh{vice captain}and James Murphy.
From the bench:
Joey Deegan,Paudie Madden,Cian Power,Ben Keogh and James Murphy.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Sunday September 13th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''B'': 6 Hill Celtic: 1
Scorers:
Kane connolly{2},Zac Sheehan{2}, Cian Fitzgerald and an own goal.
Lineout:
Josh McCarthy,Shane Ryan,Sean Conneely,Colm O'Brien,Scott Kirwan{captain},Dean Shinnors,Shay McCarthy,Zak Sheehan,Josh Shinnors,Cian Fitzgerald and Kane Connolly.
Substitutes:
Seán Ezarnkadh and Leon Kirrane.
Division 2 ''B'' League:
Lisnagry FC: 4 Fairview Rangers ''C'': 3
Scorers:
Killian Costelloe{2} and Alex Kiely.
Starting Lineup:
Tony McCarthy,William Barrett,Darren Kelly,Shane Madden,Stephen Gallagher,Darren Roche,Alex Kiely,Antoine McMahon,Mike Kett,Niall O'Connor and Killian Costelloe.
Bench:
Dara Finn,Cian Donnelly,Shane Reid and Cian Malone.
Youth League,Division One:
Corbally United v Fairview Rangers {POSTPONED}.
FAI JUNIOR CUP FINAL
Fairview Rangers: 1 Usher Celtic: 0
TENTH NATIONAL TITLE SECURED
Eamon Deacy Park in Galway was the setting for our clubs latest instalment of history making,annexing our ninth National Junior title to accompany our sole National Youths success,achieved in 2010.An astonishing achievement by any standards,difficult to get a proper perspective on it at this point,that'll sink in later,again putting our club and Limerick to the fore of Irish football,following an unprecedented twelve month campaign.
Though slight underdogs pre-game,we turned up trumps in a thoroughly deserved victory over the much touted Dublin outfit.It was a stunning success by any measure,the pride and joy experienced by everybody associated with our club is quite something to behold.It has lifted our spirits stratospherically in what has been a tough year for so many people.
Clyde O'Connell's winning header will be long recalled by all of us.
Jason Purcell now possess seven FAI junior cup medals,six of them with Fairview Rangers as both player and manager.His talented and invaluable associate Stuart Fitzgerald has also added to his collection of silverware and honours.Michael Costelloe has brought all of his experience to the goalkeeping coaching role.First aid man Paul Dillon has been with these lads for this remarkable and merited revival in fortune.Kevin Keegan,an ever present is so much more than a kit manager.
The club has now contested nine finals and won each one of them,a record that is unique,not only in football,but in sport in general.
Robbie Kelliher won another FAI junior Cup medal a full sixteen years after he last won the coveted trophy.Conor Keane who started the game up front was a year old when Robbie played all those years ago.Six of the panel are under twenty years of age with two still playing in the youth grade.One outstanding clubman John Mullane added another title to his Lawson cup success.Spare a thought for both Dermot Fitzgerald and Jamie Enright,both of whom made telling contributions to the cause,sadly losing out through injury in recent times.
Every single player contributed to the lifting of this trophy for the club.It matters not one how many minutes you played.Its the collective panel that wins these trophies and always will be the case..
Aaron Savage,hero of the quarter and semi-final penalty shootouts wins was calmness personified between the sticks.AJ O’Connor and Shane Costelloe were outstanding in what were unaccustomed roles.Mark Slattery and Clyde O’Connell at the heart of defence continue to complement each other’s style with the latter getting the all important goal,Mark Slattery was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet himself from a similar situation.Indeed,O’Connell was earning his third MOTM award in succession,which surely sets a new record also.
Ushers current FAI junior player of the year tried his hand on four different defenders on our side and like a defective vending machine got no change from anyone.To the midfield then with Steven Bradley,yet again,imperious in his defensive role.Steven is like “Ronseal”,he does exactly what it says on the tin.Adam Frahill,who has shown great patience all season long was rewarded in spades with a trophy that most junior players will never get their hands on.His tigerish display was immense,his performance could well have got him the MOTM award on another day.Skipper Jeffrey Judge lead by example,both Ross Mann and James Fitzgerald out wide caused untold problems for the opposing full backs.
Up front young Conor Keane displayed why he is so highly rated within the club.This young man along with Eoin Duff,Cian O’Brien,Cian Fitzgerald and Scott Kirwan to name but a few all have bright futures ahead of them and could well be the mainstay of the team in the years
ahead.
Paul Danaher,a fantastic servant to the club picked up his second FAI Junior Cup medal,his first arrived in 2010.His Dad Paul won an FAI Youths Cup medal in 1975 with Ballynanty Rovers.Conor McCormack too was rewarded for his loyalty to the blue and gold.The Byrnes bothers were excellent when introduced.Brian Fitzgerald and Jason Lipper also were also most valuable member of the squad.
The clubs committees,both junior and underage having all played a vital role in building this success.The club has come a long way since the future looked somewhat bleak no more than three years ago.Inspirational chairman Derek Whyte and his outstanding cohorts can take a bow for their enormous contribution to onfield and off field matters,a huge amount of work on the infrastructure has been completed.An enormous debt of gratitude is due to these great people.
Celebrations are still ongoing and rightly so…..Well done to each and everyone concerned in so many ways,seen and unseen.
It was a proud day to be a member of or associated with Fairview Rangers,a day to add to the plethora of joyous occasions witnessed by many of us.
Winning Selection:
Aaron Savage,AJ O'Connor,Shane Costelloe,Mark Slattery,Clyde O'Connell,Steven Bradley,Jeffrey Judge{captain},Adam Frahil,Ross Mann,Conor Keane and James Fitzgerald.
Substitutions:
Paul Danaher,Liam Byrnes,John Mullane,Eddie Byrnes,Cian O'Brien,Robbie Kelliher and Eoin Duff.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL COMMITTEE SEEKING NEW TEAM MANAGERS AND COACHES:
Given the vast number of underage players registered to play with our club,we are constantly in need of support and assistance.We are currently fielding 17 teams.If you are considering stepping into a coaching or management role,we would be delighted to talk to you,if you can contribute a few hours every week.
Helping to build and secure our future is a worthwhile and rewarding activity.If you are interested in commencing in some capacity,please contact Gerry Cantillon on 085 1741591,Stephen McGuane on 085 8327411 or Andy McCallion on 087 9445443.
We can assist greatly with required courses etc.
TOP CLASS COACHING PROGRAMME LAUNCHED:
Fairview Rangers AFC are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with Tommy Barrett's Professional Pathway Academy.
This will provide delivery of a dedicated programme over a six week period rolled out to a number of age ranges in our schoolboy/girl section.
Details can also be found on the Professional Pathway Academy website or our clubs web page.
Places are limited and the deadline is September 18th.
Applications can also be sought at [email protected]
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:
If any of your friends or family wish to receive our NEWSLETTER by email,please forward their name to [email protected]
CUP DRAWS:
Tuohy Cup Quarter final:
Regional United v Fairview Rangers
Semi final:
Winners will play Nenagh AFC or Geraldines or Janesboro United.
Premier ''A''Cup:
Hill Celtic v Fairview Rangers ''B''
Quarter final:
Winners play Aisling Annacotty ''B'' at home
Open Cup:
Round Two:
Fairview Rangers ''C'' v Mungret Regional ''D''
BEREAVEMENT:
Deepest Condolences to the Frahil Family following the recent passing of Thomas Frahil.
FLOODLIGHTS IN THE FAIRGREEN:
The much awaited test run took place last week,all in perfect order.Another brilliant initiative by our club,our committee and all our contributors are to be commended.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Monday September 7th:
U13 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 0 Pike Rovers: 7
An evening best forgotten by our lads.It was one of those evenings when absolutely nothing went right and everything that could go wrong,did.
Every team faces games like that and this team are a match for anyone in this division as they proved time and again last year in the under U12 grade.
Heads up lads,much better days ahead.
We lined out as follows:
Ben Collopy,Darragh Whelan,Ben Kirwin,Alex Kirwin,Adam O'Connell, Josh Campbell,Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy{vice captain},Eamon Doyle{captain},Jamie Waters and David Lynch.
Reserves:
Jack Kiely and Dylan Kett.
U13 League,Division Two:
Newport Town: 1 Fairview Rangers: 9
Much better news for our U13 ''B'' team who posted an outstanding 1-9 victory over a hardworking and very youthful home side.Ryan Phillips continued his rich vein of form in front of goals with a well taken treble,while Danny Fitzpatrick,Lee Hughes and James Murphy bagged an impressive brace each.
Despite the avalanche of goals it was David Fitzpatrick,taking over the goalkeeping duties for this game who was deemed MOTM, producing wonderful saves throughout the tie.
Well done all concerned.
Team:
David Fitzparick,James Murphy,Gavin McNamara,Stephen Byrne,Eric O'Brien{captain},Cillian Keane,Lee Hughes,Thomas Hehir,Danny Fitzparick,Cohen O'Rahilly and Ryan Philips.
Replacements:
James McCarthy and Rian Power.
Wednesday September 9th:
U15 League,Division Two:
Corbally United v Fairview Rangers {POSTPONED}.
Friday September 11th:
U10 Blue Group:
Regional United v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Micheal Costelloe,Mya Moloney,Cian Gavin,Scott McInerney,Mohamed Gabyow,Sophie McGuigan,Jack Kennedy,Charlie Heffernan,Oisin O'Connor,Sean Kett,Liam Meehan,Harry Sheedy,Evan Waters and Ciaran Maher.
Saturday September 12th:
U8 Red Group:
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers
Panel:
Billy Moore,Clodagh Keane,Jamie O’Callaghan,Dylan Murphy Ryan,Shane Dillon,Rian McMahon,Bobby Griffin,Sean Duggan,Sam O’Doherty,Killian TePou,Scott Waters.
U12 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Pike Rovers: 0
An outstanding performance by all concerned with both Ben Kirwan and Sean Dunphy the standout players during a tight contest.Dylan Mason got the all-important goal with an excellent finish.
Selection:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy,Jamie Fitzgerald,Ryan Connolly,David Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan,Danny Fitzpatrick,Thomas Hehir,Darra Maher,Dylan Kett and Dylan Mason{rotating captaincy}.
In support:
Leon Coppolla.
U12 League,Division Four:
Regional United: 2 Fairview Rangers: 9
Alex Higgins continued his good run in front of goal with the opener,Mya Moloney scoring a beauty soon afterwards,a stunning effort.Sean Fitzgerald notched number three just coming up to the half time whistle.
The floodgates opened in the second half,AJ Sheehan grabbing an excellent hat-trick,Max Rosewska scored a brace of goals and MOTM Aaron Kennedy grabbing a goal that his performance deserved.
Lineup:
Jack Kiely,Ben McInerney(captain},Evan Rice,Mya Moloney,Aaron Kennedy,Rhys Dillon,Louie Sheedy,Liam Kiely and Alex Higgins.
On the bench:
Max Rozewska,AJ Sheehan and Sean Fitzgerald.
U14 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers Regional United {POSTPONED}
U14 League,Division Two:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Pike Rovers: 2
This was highly entertaining game between to evenly matched sides.We almost took the lead within minutes of the start,some fine build up play by Jack McMahon and Jamie Waters led to a rocket of a strike by Chad Molloy which cannoned off the crossbar before it was cleared to safety.Five minutes later Chad was again denied by the woodwork,this time striking the upright with the keeper beaten.For all that,we fell behind to a breakaway goal.
Our response was immediate,Eamon Doyle slipped by two players before crossing to Scott Griffin who met it sweetly to score from all of twenty yards.Ten minutes into the second half Chad Molly carried the ball some forty yards,then finding Eamon Doyle who found the top corner of the net from an acute angle.
The visitors responded and levelled the game for the second time.Late on a foul on David Lynch gave us a free kick thirty yards from goal.Jack McMahon hit an absolute rocket that was fingertipped saved for a corner.The corner was only partially cleared and the ball fell to Chad Molloy who found the net from twenty yards.The final goal of the game arrived courtesy of great build up play from Alex Hartigan won a free kick and Jack McMahon made no mistake,finding the top corner to leave the final score 4-2.
We commenced:
Jack McNally,Darragh Whelan{vice captain},Jack Koyce,Sean Foley, Adam O'Connell,Jamie Waters{captain},Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy,Eamon Doyle,Scott Griffin and Jack Kiely.
Back up:
Josh Wallace,Alex Hartigan and David Lynch.
U16 Premier League:
Pike Rovers v Fairview Rangers {POSTPONED}
U16 League,Division One:
Aisling Annacotty: 6 Fairview Rangers: 1
We dominated the opening quarter creating several chances of note,but similarly to last week,had no luck finding the net.Our opponents took the lead somewhat against the run of play,our persistence paid off in time,a fine cross by Patryk Dimowski was cleared to the edge of the penalty area where Kian O’Brien controlled and then let fly for a stunning equaliser,leaving it level at half time.
The second half saw Aisling score twice in quick succession early on and added three more late on as we chased the game.
Starting eleven:
Jibril Sheehan,Grace McInerney{captain},Kyle McSweeney,Matthew Hickey,Callum Kiely,Troy Cahill,Kian O'Brien,Patryk Dimowski,Kyle Robinson,Jake Kavanagh{vice captain}and James Murphy.
From the bench:
Joey Deegan,Paudie Madden,Cian Power,Ben Keogh and James Murphy.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Sunday September 13th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''B'': 6 Hill Celtic: 1
Scorers:
Kane connolly{2},Zac Sheehan{2}, Cian Fitzgerald and an own goal.
Lineout:
Josh McCarthy,Shane Ryan,Sean Conneely,Colm O'Brien,Scott Kirwan{captain},Dean Shinnors,Shay McCarthy,Zak Sheehan,Josh Shinnors,Cian Fitzgerald and Kane Connolly.
Substitutes:
Seán Ezarnkadh and Leon Kirrane.
Division 2 ''B'' League:
Lisnagry FC: 4 Fairview Rangers ''C'': 3
Scorers:
Killian Costelloe{2} and Alex Kiely.
Starting Lineup:
Tony McCarthy,William Barrett,Darren Kelly,Shane Madden,Stephen Gallagher,Darren Roche,Alex Kiely,Antoine McMahon,Mike Kett,Niall O'Connor and Killian Costelloe.
Bench:
Dara Finn,Cian Donnelly,Shane Reid and Cian Malone.
Youth League,Division One:
Corbally United v Fairview Rangers {POSTPONED}.
FAI JUNIOR CUP FINAL
FAIRVIEW RANGERS V USHER CELTIC
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12th:
EAMON DEACY PARK,GALWAY.
KICK OFF: 2.00 PM
The match will be LIVESTREAMED by STRIKERONLINE
Visit their Facebook page just prior to kick-off to view it.
LIVE 95 FM:
The match is also available on Live 95 FM's website.
Click the listen option at the top of the page,select hitmix icon.
A player will become available,click play to access full live commentary.
Can I again wish all of our players and management the very best of luck in Galway.
We are with you the the entire journey lads,as always.
FAIRVIEW RANGERS V USHER CELTIC
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12th:
EAMON DEACY PARK,GALWAY.
KICK OFF: 2.00 PM
The match will be LIVESTREAMED by STRIKERONLINE
Visit their Facebook page just prior to kick-off to view it.
LIVE 95 FM:
The match is also available on Live 95 FM's website.
Click the listen option at the top of the page,select hitmix icon.
A player will become available,click play to access full live commentary.
Can I again wish all of our players and management the very best of luck in Galway.
We are with you the the entire journey lads,as always.
Fairview Rangers A.F.C. Announcement
9th September 2020
Following a Covid test on Monday 7th September, a member of the schoolboy set up with the clubs U14 & U15 teams, has unfortunately tested positive. Subsequently, we have taken the precaution of standing down both teams.
The club had been in consultation with the HSE prior to the test and continuously after the test.
The club is following the guidelines and advice from the HSE, who have been very helpful and supportive, in these very difficult times. We would ask that people who are commenting on this on social media refrain from doing so, and respect the privacy of the individual involved, and also have the decency to acknowledge that the administrators within the club have at all times acted in the best interests of the individual, and his/her teammates and family.
The HSE are handling this, and if they deem necessary, they will be in contact with any individual/parent, that they feel they need to contact.
9th September 2020
Following a Covid test on Monday 7th September, a member of the schoolboy set up with the clubs U14 & U15 teams, has unfortunately tested positive. Subsequently, we have taken the precaution of standing down both teams.
The club had been in consultation with the HSE prior to the test and continuously after the test.
The club is following the guidelines and advice from the HSE, who have been very helpful and supportive, in these very difficult times. We would ask that people who are commenting on this on social media refrain from doing so, and respect the privacy of the individual involved, and also have the decency to acknowledge that the administrators within the club have at all times acted in the best interests of the individual, and his/her teammates and family.
The HSE are handling this, and if they deem necessary, they will be in contact with any individual/parent, that they feel they need to contact.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 3 - 2020/21
FAI JUNIOR CUP FINAL:
I am sure everyone will share with me in wishing our lads the very best of luck in the FAI Cup final next Saturday at Eamon Deacy Park in Galway,the game will kick off at 2.00pm.All of our players,management and backroom people have worked ever so hard to get to this stage.There is no doubt that this panel is more than capable of bringing the trophy back to the club for the first time in ten years.There is a firm belief if we can get close to or match our potential,it will be a happy dressing room come the final whistle.
It is heartening to see that we had five different scorers in our final match before the final against Nenagh AFC and it has been felt since the season resumed that in one of these big games things will click on the goalscoring front.
That game,with God's help,will be Saturday opines PRO John Carey as the club faces into its tenth National decider,replays aside.
‘HON DA VIEW!!!!!!!!!
TOP CLASS COACHING PROGRAMME LAUNCHED:
Fairview Rangers AFC. are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with Tommy Barrett's Professional Pathway Academy.
This will see delivery of a dedicated programme over a six week period rolled out to a number of age ranges in our schoolboy/girl section.
Details can also be found on the Professional Pathway Academy website or our clubs web page.
Applications can also be sought at [email protected]
HUGE FIXTURE SCHEDULE:
A big shout to our PRO John Carey,who has handled up to twenty match reports in the last week.Johns commitment and dedication to compiling the large amount of information essentially means we can issue a weekly NEWSLETTER.
We are most grateful to him.
A word of gratitude to all the team managers and supports who supply him with the relevent data promptly after all of our games at all levels.Can all managers please replicate this most helpful of gestures this week.
BEREAVEMENT:
Our condolences to the Plunkett family from the Fairgreen on the recent passing of Timmy Plunkett.
TEAM CAPTAINS FOR 2020/2021 SEASON:
''A'' team: AJ O'Connor
''B'' team: Scott Kirwan
''C'' team: Jason Roche
Youths: Rotating captaincy
U17 team: Rotating captaincy
U16 ''A'': Rotating captaincy
U16 ''B'': Grace McInerney,vice captain Jake Kavanagh
U15 ''A'': Chullainn Williams
U15 ''B'': Max Cyran,vice captain: Sean Madden
U14 ''A'': Sean Holland, voce captain: Logan Heffernan
U14 ''B'': Joint captains,Jamie Waters and Daragh Whelan
U13 ''A'': Eamon Doyle,vice captain:Chad Molloy
U13 ''B'': Tadhg Kavanagh, vice captain: Eric O'Brien
U12 ''A'': Rotating captaincy
U12 ''B'': Joint captains: Max Rozewska and Ben McInerney
GAYNOR CUP PARTICIPANTS:
Pride of place over the weekend to our very own Grace McInerney and Jodie Griffin who both lined out for the Limerick Desmond U15 side in their 0-2 win away to the Waterford DL,both participating for the entire 70 plus minutes.
Well done to both,great ambassadors always for our club.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Monday August 31st:
U13 Premier League:
Shelbourne FC: 0 Fairview Rangers: 7
We started off very strongly and took the lead after just four minutes,Josh Campbell beat his marker and squared to Eamon Doyle who finished with a belter to the back of the net.We secured our second soon afterwards,Josh Campbell again turned his marker inside out and found David Lynch in space to finish deftly.Right from the kick off Chad Molloy won the ball in a central location and pushed it out to Josh Campbell,Josh earned his hat-trick of assists and centred it first time to Jack Kiely who looped it passed the keeper,3-0 then and our side was playing some exceptional football.We netted our fourth on the stroke of the interval,Josh Wallace brought the ball out from the back,sprayed a beautiful pass to Eamon Doyle and he beat three players and drew it back for David Lynch to get his second of the game from the edge of the penalty area.
We commenced the second period brightly,winning the battles in almost every position on the field of play.Jack McMahon held off a pair of opposing midfielders and pushed the ball over the top for David Lynch to take on his defender,as he passed him he was taken down,he dusted himself off and notched his hat-trick from the penalty spot. The keeper got a hand to it but it was too powerful for him.Eamon Doyle got his second goal of the game having engaged in one of his mazy runs,beating off the attentions of three opponents before rifling the ball to the bottom corner.We upped the tempo again and got the seventh and final goal of the game,Darragh Whelan released Jamie Waters down the touchline,Jamie held off his marker and crossed the ball for David Lynch to lay the ball onto the on running Alex Kirwan who had sprinted from his central defensive berth to whack it into the bottom corner,a fantastic team goal.
Each player on the team gave their all and the result displayed how well they played.Shelbourne as is their wont were game the whole way through,a very young side,they will make their mark in time.The north city contributed to a decent game and were unlucky not to score on a few occasions.
While not one player put a foot wrong on the day our goalkeeper Ben Collopy was patient the entire game and was ready whenever called upon,the back division of Darragh Whelan,Alex Kirwan,Josh Wallace,Adam O'Connell and Ben Kirwin when required were outstanding.In midfield Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy and Jamie Waters were brilliant and controlled the tempo of the game.Both wide men,Eamon Doyle and Josh Campbell never stopped running and deserved their rewards when assisting in build up play and scoring during the game.Up front the strikers Jack Kiely and David Lynch ran every channel and merited their rewards with four of the seven goals.
Man of the match goes to David Lynch.
We lined out:
Ben Collopy,Darragh Whelan,Alex Kirwin,Josh Wallace,Adam O'Connell,Eamon Doyle{captain},Jack McMahon,Chad Molloy{vice captain},Josh Campbell,David Lynch and Jack Kiely.
Bench:
Jamie Waters and Ben Kirwin.
U13 League,Division Two:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Lisnagry FC: 1
An excellent display all round against the Castleconnell based outfit saw the impressive Ryan Phillips grab two goals for himself with Tadhg Kavanagh and James Murphy also netting fine efforts.A brilliant all around display from this young team but Ryan Phillips really caught the eye on the night and deservedly gets the MOTM award.
Starting eleven:
Martin Hourigan.Eric O'Brien{vice captain},James Murphy,Gavin McNamara,Stephen Byrne,Tadgh Kavanagh{captain},Sean Dunphy,Ryan Phillps,Cillian Keane,Lee Hughes and Dylan Kett.
In support:
Thomas Hehir,David Fitzparick,James McCarthy,Danny Fitzparick and Cohen O'Rahilly.
Wednesday September 2nd:
U15 Premier League:
Pike Rovers: 2 Fairview Rangers: 3
We began our season on a positive note despite being a goal down after ten minutes,the home scoring on the break.We managed to get back on level terms close to half time.A Jibril Sheehan kick out was headed on by Dara McNamara and Jack Nash raced clear of the home defence before firing a fine shot past the goalkeeper.
Early in the second half we conceded a free kick close to our own penalty area and the opposition scored to make it 2-1. We had a couple half chances thereafter and some fine runs down the right by Patrik Dimowski and Jodie Griffin caused the home side plenty of trouble.With around ten minutes remaing Jack Nash unleashed a super strike to make it two all.We piled forward after that in search of the winner.Ryan O’Callaghan won a corner on the right,Jack Nash swung it in and after a goalmouth melee up popped Dara McNamara to fire into the net to make it 2-3.
This was a very good derby match and well done to both teams on a good game.Best for us on the night we’re Patrik Dimowski,Jack Nash,Dara McNamara,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney and Jodie Griffin.
Team:
Jibril Sheehan,Patrik Dimowski,Callum Kiely,Cameron O’Grady,Kyle McSweeney,Paraic Murphy,Chulainn Williams(captain),Dara McNamara,Jack Nash,Kyle Robinson and Jodie Griffin.
Reserves:
Ryan O’Callaghan,Grace McInerney,Tristan Murphy,Jack Koyce and Sean Holland.
U15 League,Division Two:
Shelbourne FC: Fairview Rangers:
Match postponed.
U11 Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Aisling Annacotty
Panel:
Jack Kiely,Michael Costello,Alex Egan,Cathal Duggan,Robbie Cantillon Mann,Ciaran Maher,Dan O'Sullivan,Alex Higgins,Ben Fitzgerald,Mohamed Gabyow,Harry Sheedy,Jack Kennedy and Craig Sheehan.
A great workout against a physically stronger visiting panel,with just one training session behind us we acquitted ourselves well.Valuable experience was gained and will stand this young side in the future .
Saturday September 5th:
U9,Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Newport Town.
We fielded three teams managed by John O Driscoll,Martin Kett and Peter Guerin.
Team 1:
JJ Sheehan,Oisin O'Connor,Charlie Heffernan,Fionn ODriscoll,Aaron Czuba and Kyle Kirwan.
Some very impressive performances on view.All of our players had lots of fun in each match and are using all the skills they have learned in training.There was a great team spirit with impressive dribbling,passing and shooting from all involved on show.
Team 2:
Three great matches completed and a very well done to all the squad,there were some great goals scored allied to some skilful passing moves from all and excellent defending all around.
Charlie Guerin,Scott Sheehan,Reece Campbell,Blake Campbell,Warren O' Callaghan,Cillian Clohessy,Darragh O'Sullivan and Jayden Slattery.
Team 3:
Some impressive performances on the field today.All the team had lots of fun in each game and are using all the skills they have learned in training.We saw some great work rate and passing from all involved.
Ruby McNamara,Sean Kett,Alex Mc Inerney,Liam Canty,Jamie Fitzgerald,Cillian O'Dwyer and Warren Goodwin.
U12 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Parkville FC: 1
We played some fantastic football all through and deservedly came out on top.Again,each and everyone of these young lads can be pleased with their displays,but Sean Dunphy,Jamie Fitzgerald and Ben Kirwin really stood out all through.
Our scorers were Dylan Mason with a fine finish,Dylan Kett who took his chance well and David Dunphy who netted two excellent goals.
Our team:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy{captain},Jamie Fitzgerald,Ryan Connolly,Thomas Hehir,Ben Kirwan,Darra Maher,Dylan Kett,Dylan Mason.
Substitute:
Leon Coppolla.
U12 League,Division Four:
Fairview Rangers: 5 Aisling Annacotty: 3
We were a little slow to get into our rhythm and our opponents took full advantage,racing into a two goal lead.As the half wore on we started to play the type of football we are capable of with both Rhys Dillon and Louie Sheedy dominating proceedings,but still trailed 0-2 at half time.The second period was only minutes old when we pulled one back,a fine finish from Louie Sheedy.Within two minutes it was all square,Alex Higgins found the net with a clinical effort.Liam Kiely,superb all through the game gave us the lead for the first time, quickly followed by a second goal from the impressive Alex Higgins after some great work by Sean Fitzgerald.
Aisling put the game back on a knife edge,making it 4-3,but Louie Sheedy made sure of the points with the final goal of the game late on leaving us 5-3 winners in a highly entertaining game.
All panelists played well and it displays the great heart in the group considering we were two down at one point.Louie Sheedy was a source of inspiration on the day and deservedly got the MOTM award for his performance.
Starting nine:
Jack Kiely,Ben McInerney{captain},Eoin Cleary,Evan Rice,Aaron Kennedy,Louie Sheedy,Briaín Young,Rhys Dillon and Alex Higgins.
Starting from the bench:
Liam Kiely and Sean Fitzgerald,
U14 League,Division One:
Granville Rangers v Fairview Rangers:
Match postponed.
U16 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 5 Newport Town: 6
Our 16 ''A'' team bounced back from their opening day defeat by claiming all three points on offer against Newport FC.We were behind inside the opening five minutes but levelled matters soon after through Matt TePou.Newport scored two goals late in the opening period to lead 1-3 at the interval.Matt TePou again netted with a fine finish followed up quickly by a quality strike from Fintan O’Kelly.Again,Newport scored two without reply to surge into a 3-5 lead with less than a quarter of the tie to go.Matt TePou completed his hat trick with a spectacular overhead kick and with ten minute left Cameron O’Grady scored a peach from just outside the area.
With time almost up Mark Ward pounced on a loose ball just inside the box to drive home the final goal of an absolutely enthralling encounter.A rare but most commendable eleven goal thriller.
Best on the day for us were:
Matt TePou,Mark Ward,Michael Nevin and Fintan O’Kelly.Indeed the whole panel showed unbelievable will to win battling back on two occasions from a two goal deficit.
Kudos to everybody.
We lined out as follows:
Conor Brown,Jake Griffin,Michael Nevin,Fintan O'Kelly,Adam Keating,Josh McCarthy{captain,rotating},Blake Campbell,Matthew TePou,Jamie Hannan,Mark Ward and Aijay Vijandran.
Back up squad:
Robbie Rooney,Chulainn Williams and Cameron O'Grady.
U16 League,Division One:
Parkville FC: 2 Fairview Rangers: 1
This team can count themselves rather unlucky not to have taken something from this tie.The playing surface suited neither team,our hosts netting late on in the opening period to leave us trailing at the short whistle.Early in the second half a goal line clearance prevented us from levelling.Soon after we did equalise,James Murphy won a great ball in midfield and sprinted forward before executing a delightful chip all the way to the net.
We were now on top and created several chances but were dealt a body blow,Parkville broke up an attack with less than five minutes and surged downfield to net what proved to be the winner.We thought we had levelled at the death with an exquisite lob from Grace McInerney,the goal was ruled out for offside,to the bewilderment of our management team.
Best on the day:
Jiberal Sheehan,Kian O’Brien,Grace McInerney,Kyle McSweeney,Matthew Hickey and Callum Kiely.
We started:
Jibril Sheehan,Grace McInerney{captain},Kyle McSweeney,Matthew Hickey,Callum Kiely,Jake Kavanagh,Kian O'Brien,Troy Cahill,Kyle Robinson,James Murphy and Joey Deegan.
Replacements:
James Murphy and Paudie Madden.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Tuesday September 1st:
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers: 6 Cappamore Celtic: 1
Our Premier ''A'' side made it three victories in a row over their county opponents.The game was an even enough event until we took the lead on twenty minutes.Cappamore responded rapidly but two additional strikes from our lads witnessed them take a 3-1 lead into the second half.
Three more goals allowed us run out easier than expected winners over the visitors on a 6-1 scoreline.Feature of the game though was a hat-trick from Craig Madigan and a brace from Conor Keane,Jack Foley was also on the mark.
We started with:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Craig Madigan,Josh Shinnors,Sean Connolly,Zak Sheehan,Shay McCarthy,Jack Foley,Kane Connolly Conor Keane.
In support of the initial selection:
Colm O'Brien,Dean Shinnors and Dean McNamara.
U17 League,Division One:
Aisling Annacotty: 0 Fairview Rangers: 1
An absolutely outstanding win over a highly rated outfit.We created numerous chances in the opening period but could not apply the vital finishing touches.That changed however just on half time,Cian Specht glided by two defenders close to the by-line before slotting home from an acute angle to give us a deserved lead at the break.
We again dominated the game following the interval,forcing three magnificent saves from the home keeper.As you would expect Aisling /Annacotty threw everything at us in the final ten minutes but our defence was superb,not only in that period but throughout the game, and dealt with any threat posed in the latter stages.
Our lineup:
Josh McCarthy,Sam Lynch,Matthew TePou,Scott Quaide,Oisin O' Connor,Sean Whelan{captain,rotating},Sean McGill,Leon Kirrane,Cian Specht,Josh McCarthy and Luke McSweeney.
On the bench:
Leon Rush,Mark Ward,Jamie Hannon,Igor Craznaski,Ross McNally and Fintan O'Kelly.
Thursday September 3rd:
Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Nenagh AFC: 1
This has proved a tricky fixture for us in the past.We were on the front foot from the off and would not have been flattered if we were two or three goals to the good inside the opening thirty minutes or so.However,it was the visitors who took the lead against the run of play,capitalising on a momentary loss of concentration to score.Just on the stroke of half time we restored parity,Clyde O’Connell headed home a corner kick.
We created numerous chances on the restart of play without being able to apply to capitalise on them.We eventually made the breakthrough entering the last quarter,Alan Murphy got on the end of a long clearance,then finding Conor Keane on the edge of the area whose powerful drive beat the keeper.Eoin Duff wrapped up all three points for us with a fine finish inside the final five minutes.
A good performance with both Clyde O’Connell and Steven Bradley to the fore all through.
Team selection:
In support:
Aaron Savage,Shane Costello,Jamie Enright,Mark Slattery,Clyde O'Connell,Steven Bradley,Jeffrey Judge{captain},Adam Frahill,Conor Keane,Robbie Kelleher and James Fitzgerald
Paul Danaher,Brian Fitzgerald,Eoin Duff,Conor McCormack,Liam Byrnes,Cian O'Brien,Alan Murphy and Dara Hughes.
Youth League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 7 Shelbourne FC: 2
We took a deserved lead after ten minutes,Dominic Kelly powered home a headed effort from a corner kick.Within minutes it was two nil,Josh Shinnors found Cian Specht who finished well.Leon Kirrane made it 3-0,followed up by our fourth strike from the impressive Josh Shinnors close to the break.
We began the second half were we had left off and added three more courtesy of David Curtin,Cian Fitzgerald and Kian Hedderman.Fair play though to Shelbourne.They kept going until the final whistle and were rewarded with two well deserved goals of their own.
The entire panel played well but again Josh Shinnors was simply outstanding and gets the MOTM award.
We commenced as follows:
Andrew Kearns,David Madigan,Jeffrey Dore,Brian Dillon,Dominic Kelly,Josh Shinnors{captain,rotating},Leon Kirrane,Cian Fitzgerald,Cian Specht,Jonathan Moran and Kyle Tierney.
Backing up the original selection:
Kian Hedderman,Luke Ward,Shane O'Brien,Adam Quinn,David Curtin,Luke Parker and Kyle Mannion.
Saturday September 5th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Athlunkard Villa: 0 Fairview Rangers ''B'': 0
Always a tough ask versus Athlunkard Villa in St.Mary’s Park.Our hosts had enjoyed a 100% record so far this season,and following a hard fought ninety plus minutes neither team could find the net.Indeed the home side had a spot kick to take the lead,but failed to do so,while our lads created several chances throughout and had a goal ruled out for offside.
A good result for this young side.Our lineup was:
Cian O'Brien,Dean Kirwan,Craig Madigan,Scott Kirwan{captain},Sean Connelly,Dean Shinnors,Shay McCarthy,Zak Sheehan,Josh Shinnors, Cian Fitzgerald and Kane Connolly.Supporting the initial selection:
Colm O'Brien,Shane Ryan and Seán Ezarnkadh.
U17 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Shelbourne FC: 0
We could well have been a couple of goals to the good in the opening quarter but were denied time and again by some excellent stops by the Shelbourne netminder.A fantastic flowing move viewed Cian Specht power through into the box,he was taken down from behind.Skipper Leon Kirrane showed great composure to give the keeper no chance from the resultant spot kick.
The second half was end to end stuff with both sides creating chances.We had to work hard defensively in the last ten minutes or so to maintain our slender lead,with each player working tirelessly to ensure we took all three points on offer.Also,factor in that many of these lads had already played a game earlier that day with our U16’s,making their efforts even more impressive.
Well done to all concerned.
We commenced:
Josh McCarthy,Leon Rush,Matthew TePou,Scott Quaide,Sam Lynch,Sean Whelan,Sean McGill,Leon Kirrane{captain,rotating},Cian Specht,Josh McCarthy and Luke McSweeney.
Reserves:
Luke Ward,Jamie Hannon,Igor Craznacki and Mike Nevin.
Sunday September 6th:
Premier League:
Kilmallock FC: 1 Fairview Rangers: 6
A fine performance by Jason Purcell’s charges allowed our panel win this one with something to spare over a battling home side.Conor Keane gave us the lead,AJ O’Connor soon finished a James Fitzgerald free to the back of the net to make it 0-2.It wasn’t all one way traffic though,our hosts getting on the scoresheet to reduce the arrears to a minimum.
Ross Mann restored our two-goal cushion and soon after Eoin Duff finished well to make it 1-4.Clyde O’Connell and AJ O’Connor combined well to engineer the latter getting his second of the day,James Fitzgerald netting the final goal of the game,Ross Mann providing the assist.
Our winning selection:
Aaron Savage,Liam Byrnes,Jamie Enright,Mark Slattery,Clyde O'Connell,Jeffrey Judge,AJ O'Connor{captain},James Fitzgerald,Eoin Duff,Conor Keane and Ross Mann.
Bench:
Paul Danaher,Dara Hughes,Brian Fitzgerald,Cian Fitzgerald,Conor McCormack,Cian O'Brien and Jason Lipper.
Division 2 ''B'' League:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Abbey Rovers: 0
Antoin McMahon gave us the lead inside the opening ten minutes,one which we maintained to half time.Five minutes into the second half McMahon again showed his worth,he having been upended inside the area,Jason Roche dispatched the spot kick expertly to extend our lead.
Abbey threw everything at us thereafter but could find no way past a resolute defence in which Alex Kiely,Shane Madden and Stephen Gallagher were excellent.We got the insurance goal with ten minutes left on the clock,Craig Reddan scoring.
Team:
Tony McCarthy,Darren Kelly,Stephen Gallagher,Shane Madden,Lee Whyte,Antoin McMahon,Jason Roche{captain},Craig Reddan,Alex Kiely,Shane Wallace and Wayne Lee.
Replacements:
Cian Malone,Willie Barrett,Shane Reed,Cian Donnelly and Evan Bennett.
Youths League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 0 Aisling Annacotty: 6
It was a game during which absolutely nothing went right for us despite our efforts.The opening twenty minutes were even enough but when the visitors took a rather fortuitous two goal lead soon after,allied to the fact that we were subjected to a rather harsh dismissal also,there was only going to be one winner thereafter.
The visitors tacked on four more goals,and although their win was thoroughly deserved,the scoreline did scant justice to the efforts of our lads.Our players were resilient all through the game and also very dignified and restrained when the need arose from time to time.
Our lineout:
Andrew Kearns,David Madigan,Jeffrey Dore,Brian Dillon,Shane O'Brien,Josh Shinnors{captain,rotating},Cian Fitzgerald,Jonathan Moran,Kian Hedderman, Leon Kirrane and Kyle Tierney.
Reserves:
Luke Ward,David Curtin,Dominic Kelly,Leonard Plunkett,Luke Parker,Jamie O'Carroll,Adam Quinn and Kyle Mannion.
Fairview Rangers Football Club in association with
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NEWSLETTER NUMBER 2,2020/21
Membership fees for 2020/21 season:
The annual contribution has been maintained at the 2017/18 levels.
Junior and Youth players:
80.00 euro.
Managers,coaches and committee members:
25.00 euro.
Schoolboy/girls:
80.00 euro,two players 140.00 euro,3 players 180.00 euro.
General membership 50.00 euro.
OAP's 25.00 euro.
Membership must be paid by September 28th.
FIXTURES GALORE:
The club has 21 games scheduled between Monday August 31st and Sunday September 6th,both adult and underage.
Can the managers please send their match report to John Carey asap after each game,equally can the managers please send the starting team and all replacements listed to [email protected]
This of course can be the same email to both,to avoid the necessity of senders dispatching two separate ones.
Its a heavy fixture load at this time of year,and we are very grateful for your continued co-operation.
Many thanks for the timely response so far this term.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Saturday August 29th:
U8 Red Group:
Fairview Rangers v Limerick FC
Panel:
Billy Moore,Clodagh Keane,Jamie O’Callaghan,Dylan Murphy Ryan,Shane Dillon,Rian McMahon,Bobby Griffin,Sean Duggan,Sam O’Doherty,Killian TePou,Scott Waters.
U12 League,Division One:
Corbally United: 1 Fairview Rangers: 1
A well earned point after a nail biting affair.Two excellent sides served up a highly competitive game,the draw deemed a fair result following a fine contest.We took the lead in the first half,Dylan Mason finished clinically after a superb through ball from Sean Dunphy.Both sides had their periods of dominance,Corbally levelling matters courtesy of a wicked deflection.Not a bad start to the campaign as travelling to play Corbally is always a tough assignment.
Each and every one of our panel played well all through,but special mention of Ben Kirwan who starred in the centre back role.
Team:
Cormac Clancy,Sean Dunphy,Jamie Fitzgerald,Ryan Connolly,David Fitzpatrick,Danny Fitzpatrick,Ben Kirwan and Darra Maher.
Substitute:
Dylan Mason
U12 League,Division Four:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Summerville Rovers: 2
We began very well and created some fine chances against a very good visiting outfit,Aaron Kennedy was most unlucky to see his piledriver tipped over the bar for a fruitless corner.That being said, our netminder,Oliver Diller was also seen to good effect,effecting two excellents saves in that opening period,to send the game in at half time scoreless.
We continued in a positive vein following the restart with Alex Higgins creating some superb openings.Louie Sheedy was also to the fore on his introduction,with Mya Moloney,who is improving with every passing week,also excelling.Our pressure eventually bore fruit,a fine finish from Alex Higgins giving us the lead.Liam Kiely and Sean Fitzgerald were really making their presence felt at this stage and it came as no surprise when we doubled our lead with another strike by the talented Alex Higgins.
Summerville to their credit kept fighting and got on the scoresheet following a goalmouth scramble.We created several more chances, but it was the visitors who had the final say,an absolutely stunning strike late on to leave it honours even at full time.
All our players did well on the day with Ben McInerney,Evan Rice and Eoin Cleary shining in defence.Rhys Dillon,AJ Sheehan and Brian Young in midfield while up front Alex Higgins was simply immense and deservedly got the MOTM award in a tie we really should have shaded.
We commenced:
Oliver Diller,Ben McInerney,Evan Rice,Eoin Cleary,Aaron Kennedy,Rhys Dillon,Brian Young,AJ Sheehan and Alex Higgins.
Substitutes:
Jack Kiely,Mya Moloney,Louie Sheedy,Sean Fitzgerald and Liam Kiely.
U14 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Ballynanty Rovers: 1
Our 14 ''A'' side began their campaign with a fine 3-1 victory over Ballynanty at the Green'.Riann O’Shaughnessy almost gave us the lead on ten minutes.On fifteen minutes a sweet move from the back led to a defence splitting pass from Josh Campbell to Jake Gallagher,the talented young man made no mistake to notch his first goal for the club.Balla' had their moments also,but found no way past a well drilled back five.
The second half was only a couple of minutes old when Riann O’Shaughnessy finished with aplomb from a well struck Sean Madden corner.Cameron Walsh nearly made 3-0,his effort shaved the upright.The north city side made it 2-1 shortly after.We regained our two goal cushion within minutes,a surging run by Logan Heffernan saw him glide past the defence,then finding Josh Campbell in space,his drive flew into the top corner.
Once again each player can be happy with their contribution to the win,Sean Madden again getting the MOTM for his performance.
Well done to all concerned.
Initial selection:
Robert McNamara,Logan Heffernan{vice captain},Sean Madden,Justin Price,Jack Costelloe,Sean Holland{captain),Josh Campbell,Riain O'Shaughnessy,Jodie Griffin,Jake Gallagher and Cameron Walsh.
Substitute:
CJ O'Neill.
U14 League,Division Two:
Mungret Regional: 1 Fairview Rangers: 5
We could well have been two goals to the good after ten minutes,with both Jack McMahon’s looping effort just clearing the crossbar,and Eamonn Doyle taking the paint off the upright soon after.Mungret had a glorious opportunity to take the lead from a spot kick,but netminder Jack McNally made an outstanding fingertip save to keep it scoreless.This let off seemed to spur us on,and we took the lead through the ever busy Eamonn Doyle who netted after some fantastic work from Adam O’Connell.From the centre off Alex Koyce won a powerful aerial duel,the ball fell to Jack McMahon who held off two defenders before releasing Eamonn Doyle.The talented lad went past three defenders and unleashed a stunning drive all the way to the top corner,making it 0-2.Alex Hartigan had his effort cleared off the line only for Scott Griffin to lob the keeper from that clearance,an instinctive strike to stretch our lead to 0-3 by the interval.
Credit to the home side who scored early in the second period to make it 1-3.Our response was immediate and we made it 1-4,Jack McMahon hit a screamer from thirty yards that cannoned off the crossbar before ricocheting off the keeper and into the net.It was 1-5 with the final goal of the game,Jack Kiely left two defenders in his wake and squaring to Alex Kirwan to finish in style.
A very good team performance with Eamonn Doyle giving a virtuoso performance on the day.
We lined out:
Jack McNally,Darragh Whelan{joint captain},Alex Koyce,Sean Foley,Adam O'Connell,Eamon Doyle,Chad Molloy,Jack McMahon,Scott Griffin,Alex Hartigan and David Lynch.
Ably supported by:
Jamie Waters{joint captain},Josh Wallace,Jack Kiely,Ben Collopy and Alex Kirwin.
U16 Premier League:
Mungret Regional: 4 Fairview Rangers: 2
We took a 0-1 lead into the second half courtesy of an og.The homesters netted three goals in quick succession midway through the second half,and with ten minutes remaining made it 4-1 to effectively seal the tie.Adam Keating reduced the arrears but it was too little too late.
Once this squad gets back up to match fitness they will no doubt be a match for any team in this division.
We started:
Conor Brown,Fintan O'Kelly,Mark Ward,Jake Griffin,Adam Keating,Josh McCarthy,Blake Campbell,Emmet Hehir,Aijay Vijandran,Jamie Hannan and Matthew TePou.
Substitute:
Chulainn Williams.
U16 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 8 Summerville Rovers: 0
A big win over a young Summerville side,who showed great heart and character despite the scoreline.One up after two minutes,Kyle Robinson set up Kian O’Brien.James Murphy netted clinically for our second and he followed up soon after with his second of the afternoon.Kyle Robinson made it four after some fine approach play by Grace McInerney.
Kian O’Brien also notched a brace with a stunning free kick.Joey Deegan made it six having been set free by Troy Cahill.Paudie Madden delivered a seventh with a clever finish after an assist by Kyle Robinson.Ben Callaghan netted a spot kick for the final goal of the game,Kyle Robinson had been fouled inside the area.
Again an outstanding performance by our lads with Joey Deegan netting his first goal for the club.Kian O’Brien was immense on the day and he got the MOTM award
We commenced as follows:
Jibril Sheehan,Grace McInerney,Jake Kavanagh,Matthew Hickey,Callum Kiely,Troy Cahill,Ben O'Callaghan,Kian O'Brien,Kyle Robinson,James Murphy and James Murphy Ryan.
Capably supported by:
Ben Keogh,Cian Power,Jack Nash,Joey Deegan,Kyle McSweeney and Paudie Madden.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Monday August 24th:
U17 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 8 Regional United: 1
Another fine performance by Eddie Whelan’s side making it two wins from two with an emphatic win over a gallant Dooradoyle side.We took an early lead,Cian Specht finished well only to be pegged back almost immediately,the visitors scored from a quick break.Chances were are at premium for the rest of the half until we regained our lead just on the stroke of half time,Leon Kirrane scored courtesy of a fine free kick.
The second half was all one way traffic and we scored six without reply.Cian Specht scored an additional three,finishing the game with four goals to his name.Leon Kirrane was also successful in front of goal,adding a further two goals to notch himself a fine hat-trick,Luke McSweeney rounding off the scoring with a clinical effort.
According to all reports,though we deserved to win the game,it was a much tighter affair than the scoreline suggests.We lined out as follows:
Josh McCarthy,Sam Lynch,Fintan O'Kelly,Scott Quaide,Oisin O'Connor,Sean Whelan,Sean McGill,Leon Kirrane,Cian Specht{captain,rotating},Josh McCarthy and Matthew TePou.
Substitutes:
Luke McSweeney,Levi McNamara,Mike Nevin,Leon Rush and Igor Craznaski.
Wednesday August 26th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''B'': 1 Carew Park: 0
The Bees earned an excellent win over a youthful Carew Park side.Both sides played an attractive brand of football but despite this defences were on top throughout.We took the lead on twenty minutes,Josh Shinnors and Conor Keane combined to provide the opportunity for Kane Connolly to score.Kane Connolly thought he had doubled our lead soon after but was adjudged offside.The back four stood strong all day long,ably assisted by Cian O’Brien who superbly claimed several crosses in the second period.
Make no mistake,this was a hard fought gain of three points,particularly when you take into consideration that we were reduced to ten following a second yellow with a quarter of the game remaining
Well done all.Team:
Cian O'Brien,Seán Connolly,Josh Shinnors,Scott Kirwan,Jamie Shinnors,Dean Shinnors,Sean Ezarnkadh,Kane Connolly,Zak Sheehan,Conor Keane and Jack Foley.
Reserves:
Dean McNamara,Johnathan Moran and Leon Kirrane.
Division 2 ''B'':
Fairview Rangers ''C'': 3 Kilfrush Crusaders AFC: 0
The ''C'' team’s good start to the season continued with a hard earned win over the county side.An even enough opening quarter saw us take the lead midway through the half,Craig Reddan cleverly back heeled to the net following a cross by Mike Kett.We enjoyed a tonic start to the second half,Jason Roche netted from the spot.We had the lion’s share of possession from then on and wrapped up all three points on offer,Craig Reddan scored his second of the encounter.
Another fine win for the lads with Lee Whyte,Darren Roche,Killian Costelloe and Wayne Lee all excelling on the night.Selection:
Shane Reid,Lee Whyte,Alex Kiely,Shane Madden,Mike Kett,Darren Roche,Jason Roche{captain},Wayne Lee,Ethan O'Sullivan,Killian Costello and Craig Reddan.
Bench:
Niall O'Connor,Jason Benn,Stephen Gallagher,Darren Kelly,Shane Wallace and Cian Malone.
Youth League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers v Kilfrush Crusaders AFC
Kilfush Crusaders AFC have withdrawn from the league.
Thursday August 27th:
Premier League:
Regional United: 1 Fairview Rangers: 1
A much changed team from the FAI semi final win emerged with a division of the spoils.Scoreless at the break,Robbie Kelliher gave Jason Purcell’s charges the lead,an advantage that we maintained till' the eighty fifth minute,Regional converted a disputed spot kick.I’m sure the lads will be somewhat disappointed to have conceded so late in the game,but Dooradoyle is a tough place to go to at any time of the year.
A good team performance overall with newcomers Darragh Hughes and Alan Murphy both acquitting themselves very well. Lineup:
Aaron Savage,Liam Byrnes,AJ O'Connor{captain},Darragh Hughes,Alan Murphy,James Fitzgerald,Jeffery Judge,Adam Frahill,Eddie Byrnes,Eoin Duff and Jason Lipper.
In support:
Dylan Kelly Higgins,Paul Danaher,Robbie Kelleher,Cian O'Brien,Brian Fitzgerald.Steven Bradley,Mark Slattery,Shane Costello Jamie Enright and Conor Keane.
Friday August 28th:
U17 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Pike Rovers: 3
Hosting Pike Rovers in a local derby game.Our lads will be scratching their heads wondering how they did not get at least a share of the spoils.We took a one nil advantage into the break courtesy of a fine effort from Leon Kirrane,we created some fine opportunities to increase our lead,but lady luck was not on our side.
Early in the second half we again carved out some good chances but it was our opponents who struck next,netting three goals in a purple patch.Leon Kirrane notched his second of the evening but try as we might we could not find an equaliser,which would have been the least we deservedLineout:
Josh McCarthy,Sam Lynch,Fintan O'Kelly,Mike Nevin,Scott Quaide{captain,rotating},Sean Whelan,Sean McGill,Leon Kirrane,Cian Specht,Josh McCarthy and Matthew TePou.
Replacements:
Leon Rush,Luke McSweeney,Igor Craznacki and Jake Griffin.
Saturday August 29th:
Premier ''A'' League:
Charleville FC: 0 Fairview Rangers ''B'': 1
Shorn of the services of several players,we took to the field with an even more youthful look than normal.Cian Fitzgerald and Conor Keane,both still at youth level tested the home side’s netminder early on.Our pressure paid dividends midway through the opening half,Conor Keane threaded a through ball to Cian Fitzgerald and he finished in a cool and composed fashion.Charleville upped the ante subsequently and only for some stout defending could well have levelled the tie before half time.
The second half was a ding dong affair.Our midfield trio of Sheehan,Foley and Connolly worked their socks off,covering every blade of grass in the process.Our resilience seemed to take the sting out of the rebel county side and we could well have added to our tally in the latter stages of the tie.However,no more goals ensued and we made it back to back wins for the week with the slender,but well deserved victory.
To single out any player would be an injustice as each and every one left everything on the pitch
Cian O'Brien,Shane Ryan,Craig Madigan,Scott Kirwan,Josh Shinnors,Zak Sheehan,Jack Foley,Leon Kirrane,Cian Fitzgerald,Kane Connolly and Conor Keane.
Replacements:
Sean Ezarnkadh.
Sunday August 30th:
Premier League:
Fairview Rangers ''C'': 3 Mungret Regional: 0
Our Premier side hosted a fit and well organised side.Mungret’s defence put up stern resistance from the off denying us getting on the score sheet on numerous occasions.We eventually got off the mark,Steven Bradley dispatched a spot kick,and we made it 2-0 soon afterwards,Paul Danaher finished clinically.As the game worn on we continued to create chances,but had to wait until late in the second half to score the third and final goal of the tie.Some fine interplay saw Conor Keane,who had played an energy sapping 90 minutes the night before,take possession on the edge of the box,prior to curling a peach into the corner of the net.
A good result for the lads,and it was also good to see so many chances being created also.
Starting eleven:
Aaron Savage,Shane Costelloe,Dara Hughes,Mark Slattery,Paul DanaherSteven Bradley,Eddie Byrnes,AJ O'Connor{captain},Ross Mann,Robbie Kelliher and James Fitzgerald.
Supporting panel:
Dylan Kelly Higgins,Jamie Enright,Brian Fitzgerald,Conor Keane, Cian O'Brien,Eoin Duff,Jason Lipper,Conor McCormack,Liam Byrnes and Adam Frahill.
Division 2 ''B'':
Aisling Annacotty: 3 Fairview Rangers ''C'': 3
In a game where no quarter was asked or given,we took the lead on twenty minutes,Darren Roche netted from the spot following a foul on Craig Reddan.The lead lasted less than ten minutes and the home side were back on level terms and scored again late on in the half leaving us behind at the short whistle.Both sides had chances in the early stages on the resumption,it came as no surprise when Antoin McMahon levelled the tie once more.A somewhat controversial penalty saw the home side take the upper hand once more,but Tom Hehir’s charge’s showed great heart to score their third late on with a fine finish from Killian Costelloe.
Best for us were Lee Whyte,Stephen Gallagher,Darren Kelly and MOTM Tony McCarthy.
Tony McCarthy,Lee Whyte,Darren Kelly,Killian Costello,Stephen Gallagher,Darren Roche,Jason Roche{captain},Shane Wallace,Mike Kett,Craig Reddan and Wayne Lee.
Niall O'Connor,Antoin McMahon,Jason Benn,Shane Reid,Dara Finn,Cian Malone and Aaron Cooney.
Youth League,Division One:
Regional United: 8 Fairview Rangers: 1
Our final adult game of a busy week witnessed our youths run out easier than expected winners against Regional.We actually fell behind in this game,but responded well scoring twice through Jeffrey Dore and Josh Shinnors to lead going into the break.In fairness Regional’s cause was not helped when they had to play with ten players for most of the second half due to injuries and finished with only nine due to another injury in the second period.
The floodgates opened in that second half,Josh Shinnors completed his hat trick with two more goals.Leonard Plunkett bagged a brace for himself with a couple of excellent strikes,Leon Kirrane and Kian Hedderman completing the scoring for Eddie Whelan’s side.
A great start to the season for this team and long may it continue.
Andrew Kearns,David Madigan,Jeffrey Dore,Brian Dillon,Shane O'Brien,Josh Shinnors{capt,rotating},Leon Kirrane,Jonathan Moran,Cian Fitzgerald,Kyle Tierney and Luke Ward.
Adam Quinn,David Curtin,Kian Hedderman,Leonard Plunkett,Jamie O'Carroll,Dominic Kelly and Kyle Mannion.
24th AUGUST 2020 NOTES
On Wednesday last our 17’s kicked off their season with a resounding 7-0 victory over county side Cappamore.
Our opponent’s cause was not helped by having a player dismissed midway through the opening period at which stage we lead 2-0.
We tacked on another two goals before half time, taking a comfortable lead into the second period.
Three more quality strikes in that half saw us take all three points on offer.
Cian Specht, Josh McCarthy, Levi McNamara and Leon Kirrane netted for us in the first 45, with Leon Kirrane grabbing his hat trick with two more superb efforts in the second half.
The impressive Cian Specht also grabbed his second of the encounter against a battling Cappamore side.
Our B team suffered an opening day defeat, when, given the chances we created, we should have at least emerged with a share of the spoils on the day.
We took a deserved lead in this one, when an excellent flowing move out of defence was finished off in style by Zac Sheehan.
Murroe responded and levelled matters, but we regained the lead soon after when Conor Keane netted from the spot.
We had a couple of good chances to extend our lead before half time but lady luck eluded us on each occasion.
The side came more into the game in the second half and they levelled matters with the second spot kick of the game.
With less that a quarter of the game remaining the home side netted what proved to be the decisive goal, leaving it 3-2 to Murroe at full time.
A good performance overall, as Murroe away is a very tough opening fixture for Kevin Kirwan’s young side.
On Friday Night our Minors hosted a youthful Corbally side, winning with somewhat to spare, by virtue of a 10-1 victory.
5-0 up at the break, with goals from Leonard Plunkett (2), Josh Shinnors, Kyle Tierney and Jonathan Moran.
It wasn’t all one way traffic as Corbally failed to convert a spot kick when the game was scoreless.
Josh Shinnors scored his second of the game early in the second half, with a fine brace of strikes from both Leon Kirrane and Kian Hedderman rounding off our scoring before Corbally got the goal their efforts deserved.
Our C team showed unbelievable resilience to come back from 3-0 down to win 6-4 in an enthralling affair against a fine Northside outfit.
The surface suited neither of these footballing sides on the night, but both sides still managed to play some lovely flowing football on the night.
As stated, we went three behind after 30 minutes but pulled one back just before the short whistle
with an excellent free kick from Lee Whyte.
Ethan O’Sullivan reduced the margin to a minimum and we levelled the tie a few minutes later following a fine finish from Jason Benn.
A wicked deflection saw take a 4-3 lead, and we extended our lead when Craig Reddan scored following a defence splitting pass from Mike Kett.
The Home side responded well and netted their fourth, but we showed great composure and scored our sixth and final goal when Darren Roche headed home from a corner.
A fantastic result for Tom Hehir’s side, with Shane Madden, Alex Kiely, Mike Kett and Jason Roche to the fore over the 90 minutes.
To Saturday evening then, and another huge game for the club, entertaining Athenry of Galway in the penultimate round of the national cup.
A fine start by our lads saw us have the tribesmen on the back foot, forcing three, albeit fruitless, corners inside the opening five minutes.
We dominated possession from then on, but had to wait until the 30th minute for the first real chance of note.
Jamie Enright surged into the box before cutting inside the centre half and curling a beauty towards the bottom corner only for the Athenry keeper to fingertip his effort away.
The ball was immediately put back into the danger zone and young Conor Keane was inches away from guiding it home.
Ten minutes into the second period we had claims for a penalty waved away, and indeed suffered a yellow card for “simulation” instead.
Midway through the second half Aaron Savage pulled off a full length save to deny the visitors.
In the 90th minute we were awarded a penalty and yet again Clyde O’Connell made no mistake.
Our joy was short lived however, with Athenry netting at the death to send the game to extra time.
We again in the ascendancy and had possibly the best chances, with O’Connell’s overhead kick just clearing the crossbar, and an Eddie Byrnes diving header hitting the side netting with time up in the second period.
Once again we proved the more accurate in the penalty shoot-out, and once again Aaron Savage saved another spot kick to send us through to our first FAI final in ten years.
Every single player gave their all but just a word for minor player Conor Keane who performance belied his youthfulness.
One must also mention the officials on the day, who were excellent, and let the game flow whenever possible.
Full blooded challenges were the order of the day, but they were honest challenges, from both sides, and it was good to see that the Referee recognised that.
We done all.
A word too about the Trojan work done by each and every one who had not only the playing surface in immaculate condition, but the grounds also for the season to come.
Such work was even acknowledged during the live streaming on Saturday last
Our final game of the week saw our B team entertain Newport on Sunday afternoon.
We lead this one 3-0 at one stage but after an enthralling encounter, lost out by a final score line of 6-5!!!!
Our scorers on the day, when we deserved at least a share of the spoils were, Zak Sheehan, Dean Shinnors, Jake Foley, Kane Connolly and an OG.
Finally could I just wish the players and the management that have gone on to pastures new the best of luck for the future.
By the same token the club would like to welcome all the new players/managers to the club for the coming season.
Hopefully it will be an enjoyable and rewarding one.
Finally could I again ask that I have a report as soon after the games as possible to me by email?
Thanks in anticipation.
8th AUGUST 2020 NOTES
Our A team advanced to the final of the coveted Munster Junior Cup on Saturday last, following a nail-biting penalty shootout victory, over an outstanding St. Michael’s outfit.
Our opponents started the game on the front foot, and we had Clyde O’Connell to thank for clearing off the line early in the opening period.
Soon after we were awarded a free kick in a dangerous area and AJ O’Connor’s effort forced the Tipp netminder into a fine save to deny us the lead.
Most of the play for the remainder of the half was in midfield, with neither side really carving out any clear-cut chances until the game moved into added time.
With 15 minutes or so to half time Liam Byrnes had to be replaced by Brian Fitzgerald due to injury.
A deep cross to the back post was headed back into the far corner of our net, giving our opponents the lead just before half time.
Despite this setback, our lads really upped their game and dominated proceedings.
Clyde O’Connell tested St. Michael’s netminder once more from a free.
With the game now entering the final 10 minutes or so we got the equaliser that our efforts deserved.
Jamie Enright won possession just inside our half and played a neat one two with the recently introduced Eddie Byrnes before putting in a low cross.
A vital touch to the cross by Ross Mann took the ball away from the Tipp defence and into the path of Clyde O’Connell who smashed the ball home to the delight of the home support.
Again, both sides cancelled each other out for the remainder of the game thus bringing us into extra time for the second game in succession.
St. Michael’s had a few corners in that period, but each time Aaron Savage showed just why he is such a highly rated Keeper by coming out and claiming the ball in a calm and composed fashion.
So once more to the dreaded penalty shoot out with Savage again to the fore, saving the first and had the final spot kick that went wide of the post to send us through, well covered also.
To a man, in what were very trying conditions, every player gave their all on the day.
The attitude was spot on and lesser teams may have folded after conceding a goal at such a vital time in the game.
Also, the strength of the panel showed its worth when all five Subs played well on their introduction.
Robbie Kelliher again proved a handful when he came on and gave Ross Mann more freedom to attack from a deeper position.
Eddie Byrnes was seen to good effect also and had a big part to play in the equaliser.
Adam Frahill was excellent and broke up several attacks with timely interventions in midfield.
Brian Fitzgerald done well against the highly rated wide men until he too had to be replaced through injury.
Eoin Duff brought fresh impetus to the game, and showed great maturity at times, holding up the ball well against an experienced back four.
Aaron Savage, Clyde O’Connell, Liam Byrnes and Mark Slattery we again excellent in defence.
Jeffrey Judge, John Mullane and Stephen Bradley covered every blade of grass, with the latter superb in the deep defensive role.
Ross Mann gave the opposition a torrid time, particularly in the second half and James Fitzgerald had the full back in trouble on a good few occasions during the tie.
AJ O’Connor was again immense, playing in three different positions during the game, and was just pipped (in my opinion) by Jamie Enright for the MOTM award.
The experienced full back dominated one of the best wide men in the business and found time to create the opening for our equaliser.
We now faced fellow LDMC side Aisling/Annacotty in the final next weekend.
Well done all.
On a sad note all at the club were saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Geraldine’s stalwart David Hogan last week.
An outstanding player in his day and an even nicer person off it.
Our heartfelt condolences to David’s family at this sad time.
SATURDAY JULY 25TH 2020
FAI JUNIOR CUP QUARTER FINAL
Killarney Celtic v Fairview Rangers
Streaming live on the Killarney Celtic facebook page.
Commencing at 4.30pm.
The game kicks off at 5.00pm.
Wishing our panel and management the very best of luck in the game.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 32 19/20,NUMBER 11 SCHOOLBOY/GIRL 2020.
MURPHY CUP WINNERS 1980/81:
1980/81 was a good season for our club,despite being out of the top division in the local leagues for the first time in the clubs junior history.We achieved promotion to the Premier League,secured the First Division Murphy Cup and lost the Saxone Cup final by two goals to nil to a very talented Ballynanty Rovers panel.
In the Murphy Cup final we defeated Park Rangers by two goals to one.It is also worth pointing out that we finished third in the First Division and made it back to the Premier League as four teams were promoted that term.It had usually been the top two,but our campaign in conjunction with other clubs to extend the Premier League to ten teams from eight allowing four to move up was introduced for that season,fortunately for our club.Aisling FC won the won the league with Wembley Rovers in the runners up spot.
In the Murphy Cup decider Timmy Sheehan put as ahead on the hour mark,however the Shannon based side levelled with a quarter of an hour to play.Top scorer James McNamara crashed in the winner on 83 minutes.
It was one of many successes the late Robert Roe enjoyed with our club,Robert first joined us in the 1975/76 season,a campaign that witnessed our capture of the First Division League title in a playoff with Ballynanty Rovers and also the inaugural Tuohy Cup also against the north city side.The following season Robert was a prominent member of the team that won the very last First Division title without dropping a single point and in addition secured our first ever Lawson Cup.Robert was part of many great days on the playing field and for years afterwards was taking to the field with our ''B'' and ''C'' teams,only calling it a day in his mid forties.A great servant to our club and a terrific player,we will remember him very fondly.A native of Walkinstown in Dublin,Robert had played with local side Cherry Tree FC before joining us in the mid 70's.
For many of you it will be your first time viewing the photograph of the winning Murphy Cup panel,as it was not unearthed in the mid nineties for inclusion in the clubs 1946 to 1996 history book.
Back Row:
Mike O'Brien,James McNamara,Dermot Finnan,Pat Keegan,Robert Roe,Alan Shanahan and Dermot Lynch.
Front Row:
Seamus Madden,George Ryan,Mike Kennedy,Stephen McGuane{captain},Pat Dillon and Timmy Sheehan.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 31 19/20 NUMBER 10 SCHOOLBOY/GIRL 2020
On behalf of everybody associated with Fairview Rangers AFC,can I extend our sincerest and deepest condolences to the family and friends of the late Robert Roe. Roberts' funeral arrangements are available on our Facebook and Twitter pages.Sympathies also to the recently bereaved Leo and Shine families.
The Fairview Rangers AFC Clubhouse,bar and premises are closed until further notice.
INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR JODIE GRIFFIN
The heartiest of congratulations to Jodie who was capped for our countries U15 Girls Schools team against England on Saturday March 8th.Jodie made a big impact on her introduction in the John Read Trophy game at a very windy Abbottstown.Great job Jodie, we are so proud of your achievements.
Felicitations also to AJ O'Connor and Stephen Bradley from our Premier squad who have been selected on the Munster Inter Pro panel for the annual event,a date for same will scheduled in due course.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
Our weekly lottery has been postponed for the time being.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
All games postponed until further notice.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
All games postponed until further notice.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 30 19/20,NUMBER 9 SCHOOLBOY/GIRL 2020.
TUOHY CUP FINAL:
Friday March 13th.
Jackman Park,7.00 pm.
Fairview Rangers v Ballynanty Rovers
HEALTH AND SAFETY NOTICE:
All of our players are requested to bring their own water bottles to matches and training for the foreseeable future,pre match and post match hand shakes are to be avoided in the current circumstances.
FAIRVIEW RANGERS GIRLS TO THE FORE:
Grace McInerney and Jodie Griffin lined out for Limerick Desmond in a Gaynor Cup U15 qualifier last Sunday at UL.They both started,Grace at right full back and Jodie as the lone striker.Unfortunately the local panel lost 0-3 to their Cork counterparts,the result did not do the side justice,as they were well in contention for a lot of the tie.The three goals conceded were all from set piece play.
FAI JUNIOR CUP FIXTURE:
The Killarney Celtic v Fairview Rangers quarter final will take place on Sunday March 22nd.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL SUMMER CAMP:
Fairview Rangers are hosting an FAI summer school this July.It is a week long course commencing on Monday July 6th.
Anybody in our club who is Garda vetted and has completed a child welfare course and an FAI coaching course can apply to be a coach for the week.
This is the link for anyone interested in signing up.
https://www.fai.ie/domestic/2020-fai-summer-soccer-schools-coach-application
If you have any queries please give Andy McCallion a call on 087 9445443
COACHING COURSE:
Jason O'Connor is organising a PDP1 coaching course at Aisling Annacottys grounds on Saturday 21st March.It is a ONE day course and is an excellent opportunity for new coaches to get on the coaching ladder.
Anyone interested can book on FAINET or contact Andy McCallion.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MEMBERSHIP:
Payment for the above is now due.
FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY:
The first Fairgreen Golf Society outing of 2020 is almost upon us.We are teeing off in Ennis GC on Saturday next March 14th at 10.00 am.The Meeting point is at Ennis GC at 9.15 am.Numbers WILL be limited so please book your spot immediately by paying a €20.00 deposit to any of the Golf Society committee members.
NB:
Similar to last season ALL outings will cost €35.00 per person with the exception of the two bus trips(package price,to be advised)and also both the Frank Garrard Memorial matches.
Membership for the season is €25.00,new members more than welcome.Please let one of the Golf Society committee members know if you are definitely playing to facilitate an indication of the numbers participating.
We are introducing a very prestigious "Golfer of the year" award/competition also this season,details to follow.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
1,16,18 and 27.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 4,100.00 euro.
Five Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Daryl and Denise Promoter: Niall Lee
Cian O'Flynn Promoter: Tom O'Flynn
John Tobin Track Bar, Garryowen
Sean Lipper Fairgreen, Limerick
Dave McNamara Promoter: Pa Ryan
Promoters Prize of 25.00 euro:
Pa Ryan
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 4,200.00 euro.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Saturday March 7th:
U16 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Caherdavin Celtic: 0
A fantastic win courtesy of a slender but deserved success over a good north city outfit.We fielded a few new faces,all of whom acquitted themselves well in the game and are a welcome addition to an already strong squad.This was a very tight affair all through with both sides on top defensively for most of the encounter and it was never going to be a high scoring affair.Kian Specht netted our winner,a tremendous goal.Team:
Josh McCarthy,Fintan O'Kelly,Sam Lynch,Scott Quaide{captain},Leon Rushe,Emmet Hehir,Josh McCarthy,Seán Griffin,Levi McNamara,Luke McSweeney and Kian Specht.
Reserves:
Mark Ward,Mike Nevin,Jake Griffin and Dean Terry.U14 Premier League:
Carew Park: 1 Fairview Rangers: 0
This was a very disappointing result for our players,despite dominating play and possession throughout we were caught on the break early in the second half.We had several opportunities to draw level and had the ball in the net four times but on each occasion the efforts were ruled out.
A very disappointing outcome on the day and we will be hoping for better in the remaining games.
We commenced as follows:
Jibril Sheehan,Grace McInerney,Kyle McSweeney,AJ Grey,Oisin Cullen,Chulainn Williams{joint captain},Jack Koyce,Tristan Murphy,Kyle Robinson,Patrik Dimowski and Dara Miller.
On the bench:
Callum Kiely{joint captain} and Jack Nash.
U14 League,Division Two:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Caherdavin Celtic: 6
The scoreline does little justice to our efforts.The opponents raced into a 0-2 lead early on,we can count ourselves unlucky not to have reduced the deficit with both Sean Holland and Riain O’Shaughnessy unlucky with fine efforts.Caherdavin broke clear nearing half time and added a third.We were on top somewhat for the opening phase of the second half,but it was our opponents who netted next,their fourth to more or less put paid to our chances.
Soon after we were awarded a free kick and dead ball specialist Sean Holland made no mistake with a peach of a curling effort.Again,we were on the front foot and created several chances but lady luck deserted us with the winners striking twice more late on to seal the win.
Despite missing a few players for the game each and everyone that took to the field played well and will give the manager a welcome headache selection wise when the full squad becomes available.
Lineup:
Robert McNamara,Alex Begley,Sean Madden,Logan Ryan Heffernan,Shane O'Donoghue,Sean Holland,Max Cyran,Alex Johnson,Riain O'Shaughnessy,Tony Clarke and Jack Costello.
In support:
Conor McCarthy and CJ O'Neill.
Captain on the day:
Tony Clarke.
U12 Premier League:
Corbally United: 1 Fairview Rangers: 0
This was another stern test for our young lads who rose to the challenge magnificently on the day.Under pressure from the off,defenders Darragh Whelan,Alex Kirwan and Adam O’Connell stood firm against the home side.Chad Molloy and Josh Campbell were also seen to good effect during that time.We weathered the storm and indeed could well have taken the lead,Kieran Grimes won a great ball in midfield before releasing Jamie Waters whose deft touch played in David Lynch,his first-time effort shuddered the crossbar with the keeper beaten.Honours even at half time.
A few positional changes at half time worked a treat and again we were unlucky not to net the first goal,Kieran Grimes’s slide rule pass saw Josh Campbell’s first-time effort force a magnificent save from the home keeper with David Collins’s follow up touch going just wide.Corbally took the lead from the resultant kick out and try as we might for the remainder of the tie,we could not break down a stubborn home defence.On another day it could well have been our side that walked away with all three points on offer but that’s football for you.All involved played well on the day and again showed they are more than capable of holding their own in this division.
Starting team:
Ben Collopy,Darragh Whelan,Alex Kirwin,Adam O’Connell,Kieran Grimes,Chad Molloy,Josh Campbell(captain),Jamie Waters and David Collins.
Substitutes:
Josh Wallace,Jack Kiely and Diarmuid Hinchy.
Best on the day,
Josh Campbell,Jamie Waters,Alex Kirwin and Josh Wallace and Diarmuid Hinchy brilliant off the bench but special words for Kieran Grimes who was outstanding all game and put in his best effort in a View jersey to date.
Not available to us on Saturday:
Jack McMahon,Eamon Doyle and Ben Kirwin.U12 League,Division Two:
Bridge Celtic: 2 Fairview Rangers: 1
A keenly contested affair with no quarter asked or given in this highly competitive game.We did create several chances in the opening half but it was our hosts who took a 2-0 lead into the second period.We dominated the second half and pulled one back with a fine effort from Thomas Hehir.However, we could not get the elusive second goal that our efforts deserved.Bridge Celtic held out for a win in a tie that could well have gone either way.A fantastic team performance by all concerned with Sean Dunphy having an outstanding game and deservedly getting the MOTM award.
We started as follows:
Alan Kavanagh,Eric O'Brien{vice captain},Dylan Kett,Jack Moroney,Tadgh Kavanagh{captain},Gavin McNamara,Sean Dunphy,Thomas Hehir and Cillian Keane.
Bench:
Alex Bruski,Cohen O'Rahilly,Mantis Rocius and Rian Power.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Sunday March 8th:
Munster Junior Cup,quarter final:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Pike Rovers: 0
Our ''A'' team faced Pike Rovers for a third time in a cup encounter in less than six weeks at an immaculately presented surface in the ‘Green.The game itself was heavily influenced by the weather conditions,making it difficult at times to play flowing football.As in the previous encounters our midfield three of Judge,O'Connor and Bradley were on top with Mann an always willing outlet for that trio.The first half allowed both sides periods of dominance and as early as the third minute Byrnes went close to giving us a lead,midway through the half O'Connor also was unlucky not open our account but neither side could find the net in the opening forty five minutes.Chances were at a premium and just as it looked like the match would require extra time Judge found himself in possession at the edge of the Pike box,showing great awareness he waited until Mann began a run into the box to cross and the top scorer met the ball perfectly to power home a headed effort worthy of winning any game.
The Crossagalla based side had a good chance to level matters at the death but Savage again showed his worth with a clinical save and reacted quickest to claw the resultant spinning ball away for a fruitless corner.Another excellent performance and victory for our premier side built on what was a rejigged back four,all of which were excellent.The midfield worked tirelessly all day long and their superior fitness late in the game was a telling factor.Up front Mann,Kelliher and Byrnes ran themselves to a standstill.
The substitutes introduced brought a fresh pace to the game and played a big part in the victory also.We now await the penultimate draw with confidence.Well done everybody concerned.
Panel:
Aaron Savage,Jamie Enright,Mark Slattery,John Mullane,Brian Fitzgerald,Stephen Bradley,Jeffrey Judge{captain},AJ O'Connor,Ross Mann,Eddie Byrnes,Robbie Kelliher,Jason Lipper,James Fitzgerald,Eoin Duff,Conor McCormack,Paul Danaher and Cian O'Brien.
McGettigans Premier ''A'' League:
Holycross FC: 1 Fairview Rangers ''B'': 1
ABANDONED AFTER 40 MINUTES PLAY.
Despite dominating for much of the half we found ourselves a goal down following our hosts only attack of note in the opening twenty minutes.We levelled matters soon after with an absolute belter from James Hodkinson.Given the appalling weather we have had,understandably the playing surface cut up very badly and the official in charge deemed it unsafe to carry on with the tie on the forty minute mark.
Team Selection:
David Considine,Darren Kelly,Stephen Gallagher,Stephen Frawley,Sean Connolly,Conor Madigan,Conor Madden{captain},David Frawley,James Hodkinson,Kieran Long and Adam O'Regan.
Replacements:
Cian Fitzgerald,Aaron Long and Kane Connolly.
Division 2''B'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''C'': 2 Aisling Annacotty: 1
In truth,despite the visitors best efforts we could well have won this one with something to spare as we dominated for most of the game.That being said we went behind early on but levelled the tie through a Mike Kett spot kick on thirty five minutes.The winner arrived fifteen minutes into the second half,Wayne Lee was fouled close to the penalty area and the quick thinking Craig Reddan took advantage of the Aisling players protestations about the free to put the ball down and stroke it home for a clever effort.Thereafter we had numerous chances to extend our lead but could not find the final touch required.A good win for the lads that keeps them in the mix going into the last third of the season
Panel:
Shane Reid,Shane Madden,Alex Kiely,Stuart Byrnes,Lee Whyte,Jason Roche{captain},Craig Reddan,Ethan O'Sullivan,Mike Kett,Wayne Lee,Shane Wallace,William Barrett,Glen O'Connor,Cian Donnelly,Luke Ward,Jason,Lipper and Leonard Plunkett.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 29 19/20,NUMBER 8 SCHOOLBOY/GIRL 2020.
FAI JUNIOR CUP QUARTER FINAL DRAW:
A. Athenry FC{Galway} v Rush Athletic{Leinster Senior League}.
B. Killarney Celtic{Kerry} v Fairview Rangers.
C. Usher Celtic v Gorey Rangers{Wexford}or Castlebar Celtic{Mayo}.
D. Westport United {Mayo}v Oliver Bond Celtic{Leinster Senior League}.
Semi final draw:
B v A
D v C
INTER COUNTY YOUTH CUP QUARTER FINAL:
Limerick DL: 1 Clare DL: 2
Our club was well represented on the panel and as part of the management team,commiserations to all concerned.
FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY:
The first Fairgreen Golf Society outing of 2020 is almost upon us.We are teeing off in Ennis GC on Saturday week March 14th at 10.00 am.The Meeting point is at Ennis GC. at 9.15 am.Numbers WILL be limited so please book your spot immediately by paying a €20.00 deposit to any of the Golf Society committee members.
NB:
Similar to last season ALL outings will cost €35.00 per person with the exception of the two bus trips(package price,to be advised)and also both the Frank Garrard Memorial matches.
Membership for the season is €25.00,new members more than welcome.Please let one of the Golf Society committee members know if you are definitely playing to facilitate an indication of the numbers participating.
We are introducing a very prestigious "Golfer of the year" award/competition also this season,details to follow.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
4,14,19 and 23.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 4000.00 euro.
Five Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Zara Roche, Ticket sold by the ''C'' team.
Fiach Moore, Ticket sold by Anna Moore.
Denis Martin, Norwood Park,Limerick.
Alex Healy, Ticket sold by the ''C'' team.
Noel Sheehan, Hyde Road,Limerick.
Promoters Prize of 25.00 euro:
Andy Sheehan
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 4,100.00 euro
LAST PERSON STANDING:
We lost 136 players last weekend,five players through to week 5.
Entries to Stewart by noon on Friday please.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
ALL GAMES POSTPONED.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Thursday February 27th:
Tuohy Cup semi final:
Fairview Rangers: 2 Pike Rovers: 1.
The opening quarter witnessed both defences on top with Clyde O’Connell the stand out performer for us in that period.A few long range efforts and half chances were the order of the day until the half hour mark,the Crossagalla based outfit taking the lead.It looked as though that advantage would be taken into the second period by the vanquished side,until a fine flowing move ended with our skipper Jeffrey Judge finishing from close range to level things just before the short whistle.
The second half displayed our side really up the tempo and take the game to our opponents.Judge and O’Connor were really on top at this stage in the engine room against a tiring opposition midfield and the selfless running into space and pace of Ross Mann also was a constant headache for the losers.One of those runs by Mann resulted in Kelliher finding just a yard of space and he took full advantage to fire home yet again.The ''hoops'' fought back but found our back five of Savage,Enright,Slattery,Byrnes and O’Connell in imperious form.Indeed we could well have tacked on more goals towards the end of the tie,but lady luck deserted us in front of the goal on several occasions.
A good team performance particularly in the second period by all on view with Clyde O’Connell earning the MOTM award for his efforts.Another good win for our premier side,one which qualifies us for the final against Ballynanty Rovers on Saturday week next March 14th.
Team:
Aaron Savage,Liam Byrnes,Jamie Enright,Mark Slattery,Clyde O'Connell,Stephen Bradley,Jeffrey Judge{captain},AJ O'Connor,Ross Mann,Eddie Byrnes and Robbie Kelliher.
Substitutes:
Brian Fitzgerald,Shane Costelloe,Adam Frahill,Jason Lipper,Cian O'Brien,Scott Kirwan,Conor McCormack and Thomas Byrnes.
Sunday March 1st:
Lawson Cup:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Athlunkard Villa: 1
This trophy being viewed as a club competition meant that our Premier ''A'' players were available for selection also and those that played did not look out of place alongside their premier club mates.Athlunkard Villa tested us some weeks back in the provincial cup and this time around was no different.We took a deserved lead,finally breaking down a stubborn rearguard nearing the end of the opening quarter,a clinical finish from Ross Mann.We created several chances after that but some fine defending kept us at bay.Credit to the parish side who levelled the tie late in the first half.
The equaliser seemed to spur us on in the second half and we dominated proceedings from then on.We regained the lead,Ross Mann scoring his second of the encounter guiding home a fine cross from Jamie Enright.Adam O’Regan made sure of our passage to the next round with an excellent finish.
We also face Ballynanty Rovers in the next round of this coveted trophy.
Line up:
Cian O'Brien,Shane Costelloe,Jamie Enright,Brian Fitzgerald,Paul Danaher,Stephen Bradley,AJ O'Connor,Conor Madden,Jason Lipper,Conor McCormack,Ross Mann and Robbie Kelliher.
Replacements:
Mark Slattery,John Mullane,Aaron Savage,Conor Madigan and Adam O'Regan.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 28 19/20,NUMBER 7 SCHOOLBOY/GIRL 2020.
TUOHY CUP SEMI FINAL:
Thursday February 27th:
Fairview Rangers v Pike Rovers.
Jackman Park at 7.00 pm.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
7,11,14 and 23.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 3,900.00 euro.
Five Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
John Tobin, Promoter: Noel Whyte.
Rita Garrard, Fairview Rangers AFC.
The three E's, Promoter: Fergal O'Grady.
Sara Hyde, Promoter: ''C'' team
Elaine and Marge, Promoter: Andy Sheehan.
Promoters Prize of 25.00 euro:
Noel Whyte.
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 4000.00 euro.
LAST PERSON STANDING:
We lost 27 players this weekend due to Sheffield United drawing.
141 through to week 4 mainly due to Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers winning.
Selections to [email protected] by noon on Friday please.
Fixtures:
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
ALL GAMES POSTPONED LAST WEEKEND.
Sunday February 23rd:
Munster Junior Cup,last 16:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Stradbally AFC: 0
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 27 19/20,NUMBER 6 SCHOOLBOY/GIRL 2020.
JODIE GRIFFIN SELECTED FOR INTERNATIONAL SQUAD:
One of our most talented players has been included in the provisional U15 Girls’ Republic of Ireland Schools squad for two international friendly fixtures later this month as they continue preparations for the prestigious Bob Docherty Cup.
Jodie Griffin,of Ardscoil Mhuire,Corbally,has been named in the squad by the U15 Girls’ Republic of Ireland Schools head coach Richard Berkeley for upcoming game with Northern Ireland in Dublin on Saturday, February 29th and against England in the John Read Trophy a week later on Saturday,March 7th
Jodie Griffin has impressed while playing for the Munster U15 Schoolgirls side in the interprovincial series earlier this season.These games will be an opportunity for the 18 players to confirm their place on the flight to Lilleshall as the squad jet off on April 14 to take on Wales,Scotland,England and Northern Ireland in the three-day International tournament.Berkeley will be optimistic for the elusive three in-a-row as he looks to defend the Bob Docherty Cup and John Read Trophy this season.
Since taking over the reigns from Lorraine Counihan,the Tallaght native has secured back to back success in both competitions.He will want to replicate such triumphs in 2020.The Irish team have enjoyed a series of trials and training camps since the conclusion of the Interprovincial Tournament last November. Berkeley and his staff use this tournament as the main recruiting tool for the International trial process.
JENNA SLATTERY IMPRESSES FOR THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND WOMENS U17 SIDE.
Limerick players were to the fore as the Republic of Ireland Women's U17s secured two draws with Iceland in recent days.Limerick was strongly represented in the squad which played two international friendly fixtures with Iceland in Waterford in recent days.The Republic of Ireland side played out two draws,2-2 at the RSC and 1-1 at Tramore AFC, with their Icelandic counterparts in friendly fixtures which are part of the team's preparations for the UEFA European Championship Elite Round qualifiers.
Jenna Slattery of Fairview Rangers,the Limerick duo of Aoibheann Clancy,from Kilbehenny and striker Aoife Horgan,as well as goalkeeper Leah Hayes Coen,a student at Scoil Mhuire agus Íde, Newcastle West,and now playing with Cork City,are all members of Head Coach James Scott's twenty player Rep of Ireland Women's U17 squad.
Ireland will now turn their attention to next month's UEFA European Championship Elite Round qualifiers,which will also be played in Waterford.They will come up against Denmark on March 23rd,Serbia on March 26th,and Austria on March 29th with top spot in Group 3 required in order to reach this summer's finals tournament in Sweden.
EMAIL ADDRESS ALTERATIONS:
Given the the proposed alteration to access eircom.net email accounts after March 31st 2020,people are establishing an alternative email account as a consequence,please forward it to [email protected] to continue receiving our weekly bulletin.
Please feel free to also forward email accounts of friends and family members who wish to join our group.Continue to like and share our Fairview Rangers Clubhouse facebook page.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
16,20,23 and 27.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 3,800.00 euro.
Five Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Myles Kavanagh, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Keith O'Brien, Promoter: Tony Judge
Ber Finnan, Promoter:Sean Lipper
Denis Martin, Norwood Park,Limerick.
Andy Sheehan, Fairview Rangers AFC
Promoters Prize of 25.00 euro:
Pa Ryan.
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 3,900.00 euro.
LAST PERSON STANDING:
We lost five players last weekend due to Southampton losing.Fifty three participants through to week three so far due to Arsenal and Liverpool winning.
Remaining players awaiting the outcome of the Manchester City v West Han United game on Wednesday evening,a rescheduled game from last week that now counts.
Stewart will update the results again on Thursday after the result is known.
See attached listing for next weekend,please send on selection{s} as soon as possible,the latest by Friday at noon.
EASTER CAMP:
We have organised a two day Easter football camp at the Fairgreen on April 14th and 15th,catering for children from under U11s down to the 'smallies'.
The camp will run from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm and will be staffed by qualified coaches.
The cost is €40.00 per child and that includes a commemorative t-shirt.
Please contact Andy McCallion 087 9445443 or Steve McGuane 085 8327411 to reserve place{s}.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Underage goalkeeping coaching will not take place this week.
Saturday February 15th:
Skechers U15 National Cup:
St. Francis{Dublin}: 3 Fairview Rangers: 2
We played with the gale force wind in the opening half,hoping to build up a lead of some sort to take into the second period.However it was the home side that took the lead and added another inside the opening twenty five minutes.We regrouped thereafter and Jamie Hannon was unlucky not to reduce the margin having being released by Josh McCarthy.We did pull one back shortly after,Emmet Hehirs' cross into the danger zone was headed on by Matt TePou and Josh McCarthy won the race to lift the ball over the advancing keeper' for a well taken goal.
Early in the second half Matt TePou was denied an equaliser by some smart goalkeeping by our host’s number one,but Jamie Hannon reacted quickest to flash the rebounding ball home to the delight of the travelling support.The weather rapidly deteriorated for most of the remaining time and made football almost impossible.St.Francis struck what proved to be the winner with fifteen minutes remaining.Try as we might we could not get the goal to take the match to extra time.Each and every player can be proud of the efforts they made on the day.We just did not get the rub of the green.
Unlucky lads.
Team:
Cian O'Byrne,Fintan O'Kelly,Mark Ward,Jake Griffin,Adam Keating,Josh McCarthy,Emmet Hehir,Cathal Howard,Jamie Hannon,Aijay Vijandran and Matthew Te Pou.
Substitutes:
Blake Campbell and Chulainn Williams.
U15 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers v Parkville FC: POSTPONED.
U13 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers v Bridge Celtic: POSTPONED.
U13 League,Division Three:
Parkville FC v Fairview Rangers: POSTPONED.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Saturday February 15th:
FAI Youths Cup,quarter final:
Freebooters FC{Kilkenny}: 3 Fairview Rangers: 2
Our youths played in similarly dreadful weather conditions,the elements made it difficult to effect the passing game they are noted for.The state of the playing area was understandably poor and led to the home side taking the lead inside the opening five minutes.We were close to equalising when Scott Kirwan and Cian Fitzgerald combined skilfully to release top scorer Eoin Duff whose stinging effort shaved the post.With ten minutes remaining to the interval we almost drew level again.A free from Scott Kirwan deep in our own half was headed out for a corner.Zac Sheehan whipped in a peach of a cross and Ethan O’Sullivan’s headed effort was just over the crossbar.We did score a deserved equaliser five minutes later.Josh Shinnors and Cian Fitzgerald combined adroitly to free Sean Ezanengadh who was felled in the penalty area.Eoin Duff dispatched the spot kick to level the tie.Our joy was short lived however as the home side scored within minutes to take a lead into half time.
The surface at this stage was cutting up very badly,but despite this a moment of quality saw us restore parity for the second time.The highly impressive Jamie Griffin found Eoin Duff out wide,he tee'd up Cian O’Neill inside the six yard box to guide home.Unfortunately the home side responded almost immediately to restore the lead.Two good saves from Dylan O’Sullivan in goals kept us in the tie and we went oh so close to equalising for a third time,Eoin Duff drilled a ball across the six yard box that just evaded the outstretched legs of three of his team mates.
Similarly to the U15’s this game could have gone either way,all involved can count themselves unlucky not to have progressed.I am sure the management will not let the players dwell too much on the defeat,but rather focus now on the local trophies that are available to them.
Panel:
Cian O'Neill,Dean McNamara,Andrew Kearns,Dylan O'Sullivan,Shay McCarthy,Ethan O'Sullivan,Zak Sheehan,Eoin Duff,Lanne Aldoji,Scott Kirwan{captain},James Collopy,Josh Shinners,Cian Fitzgerald,Jamie Griffin,Victor Oyidejo,Sean Byrnes,Sean Conneelly,James O'Connor,Jack Foley,Eoin Guilfoyle and Sean Ezanengadh.
Munster Junior Cup,round of 16:
Stradbally FC{Waterford} v Fairview Rangers,POSTPONED.
Sunday February 16th:
McGettigans Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers v Hill Celtic,POSTPONED.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 26 19/20,NUMBER 5 SCHOOLBOY/GIRL 2020.
INTER COUNTY YOUTH CUP:
LIMERICK DL: 3 CORK LEAGUE: 1
Played at Jackman Park on Friday evening last,six of our players on the panel started,all others played at some point in the game.Well done to everybody concerned.
Our own Eoin Duff,a penalty and Jamie Griffin scored for the home side,Jake Dillon of Newport Town also netted.The victory guarantees the local side a home quarter final.
Team:
Sean Hamm,Joe Kavanagh,Sean Conneely,{Fairview Rangers},Shay McCarthy,{Fairview
Rangers},Scott Kirwan{Fairview Rangers, captain},Ethan O'Sullivan{Fairview Rangers},Ger Quaid,Jake Dillon,Eoin Duff{Fairview Rangers}Ronan O'Dwyer and Cian Fitzgerald{Fairview Rangers}.
Substitutes:
Dylan O'Sullivan{Fairview Rangers},Sean Ezarnkadh{Fairview Rangers},Kane Connelly{Fairview Rangers},Jamie Griffin{Fairview Rangers},David Power,Eoghan Burke,Aodhain O h-Ulain and Josh Shinnors{Fairview Rangers}.
JENNA SLATTERY:
The Republic of Ireland Women's U17's start preparations for their UEFA European Championship Elite Round Qualifiers with a double header set friendlies against Iceland.The Limerick quartet of Jenna Slattery (Fairview Rangers),Aiobheann Clancy (Limerick),Leah Hayes (Cork City) and Aoife Horgan(Limerick) have been named in James Scott's squad of 20.Scott will bring his squad to Waterford for the games on Friday, February 14th and Sunday February 16th,that will also be their base for the Elite Round clashes in March.
Congratulations yet again to Jenna,a supremely talented footballer.We are all so proud of her ongoing success.
COACH TO MUNSTER JUNIOR CUP GAME:
The supporters coach to the Munster Junior Cup tie in Stradbally,Co. Waterford has a few seats available.
Departing the clubhouse on Saturday 15th February at 9.30 am sharp.
Contact Jason Roche or James Flanagan to book your spot.
EMAIL ADDRESS ALTERATIONS:
Given the significant number of our NEWSLETTER recipients who possess an eircom.net email account and the proposed alteration to access it,if you are establishing an alternative email account,please forward it to [email protected] to continue receiving our weekly bulletin.
Please also advise the name and email id of your friends and family who may wish to join our ever growing list of NEWSLETTER members.
OBITUARY:
On behalf of everybody associated with our club,can I offer our sincerest condolences to the O'Grady family,following the recent passing of Eddie O'Grady.
Sympathies also to the Sims/O'Shaughnessy families on their recent loss.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
4,11,19 and 22.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 3,700.00 euro.
Five Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Shane Fitzgerald, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Amy Collins, Old Singland Road, Limerick.
Margaret Duffy, Promoter: Sean Lipper.
John O'Brien, Granville Park, Limerick.
Harry Geraghty, Promoter, Pat Keegan.
Promoters prize,25.00 euro: Andy Sheehan.
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 3,800.00 euro
LAST PERSON STANDING:
We lost just one player(three selections) this weekend due to Brighton drawing.Thirty three already through to week 3 due to Sheffield United and Everton both winning.
140 still outstanding going into this weeks games,if the postponed Manchester City v West Ham fixture is rescheduled for this week or next week result will stand,if not then anyone who picked Manchester City will go through to week three but will not be allowed pick them again going forward.
FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY:
2020 Schedule of outings:
Saturday March 14th: Ennis GC 10.00 am.
Saturday April 11th: Mallow GC 11.00 am.
Saturday April 25th: Ballyneety GC 10.30 am.
This is the rescheduled 2019 Frank Garrard memorial competition with Bobby Byrnes golf society.The 19th hole soiree will commence that evening at 8.30 pm at Fairview Rangers AFC.
Saturday May 9th: Palmerston GC 11.00 am{coach trip}.
Saturday June 6th: Roscrea GC 10.00 am.
Saturday July 7th: Thurles GC 10.00 am.
Saturday September 12th: Newcastle West GC: 10.30 am.
Friday September 25th to Monday September 28th: Portugal trip.
Saturday October 10th: Ballykisteen GC 10.30 am{2020 Frank Garrard memorial competition}
Saturday November 7th: Glasson GC 10.30 am{Christmas outing,coach trip}.
New members are most welcome.
Annual membership fee: 25.00 euro.
The annual membership fee must be paid prior to the opening outing.
Fairgreen golf society polo shirts now available,25.00 euro each.
Membership can be paid to:
Mike Lynch, 085 8085084
Pa Ryan, 087 9942568
James Flanagan, 083 8055655
Fergal O'Grady, 086 3999005.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Goalkeeper coaching will continue on Wednesday evenings for our U12's,U13's,U14's,U15's and U16's.
However,there is a change in time,it will now run from
7.00 pm to 8.00 pm.
Saturday February 8th:
U14 League,Division Two:
Shelbourne AFC v Fairview Rangers: POSTPONED.
U14 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Corbally United: 0
We took an early lead against a game and gallant opponent,Jack Koyce played Kyle Robinson through on goals and the talented young man made no mistake from twelve yards.On the twentieth minute or so mark it was 2-0,Tristan Murphy’s corner kick found Kyle Robinson and scorer turned provider on this occasion,he laid the ball off to Chuliann Williams who drove a beauty to the back of the net from all of twenty five yards.We created several more chances in the opening half,much of which stemmed from some excellent crosses from Grace McInerney but the score line remained 2-0 at the short whistle.
The lads picked up where they left off in the second half and made it 3-0 with the goal of the game.AJ Grey carried the ball out of defence in a composed fashion,finding Chuliann Williams in space,he played a lovely ball through to Darragh Miller who finished in style.Some fine efforts from Josh Campbell,Darragh Miller and Tristan Murphy quickly followed,Darragh Miller subsequently scored his second of the tie beating four players before slotting home.
A fine team effort from our lads with Grace McInerney,Darragh Miller,Kyle Robinson,Kyle McSweeney and Chuliann Williams all to the fore on the day.
Starting selection:
Jibril Sheehan,Grace McInerney,Callum Kiely{joint captain},Kyle McSweeney,AJ Grey,Jack Koyce,Patrick Dimowski,Chulainn Williams{joint captain},Kyle Robinson,Dara McNamara and Tristan Murphy.
Replacements:
Oisin Cullen and Josh Campbell.
U12 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Aisling Annacotty: 3
Our U12 ''A'' team faced a highly rated Aisling Annacotty side and will still be scratching their heads as to how they did not emerge with all three points from the tie.We could well have taken the lead inside the opening minute,Josh Campbell’s snapshot shaved the post with the keeper beaten.Soon,though we found ourselves a goal behind following a quick break by our opponents.Two minutes later it was all square.Jack McMahon showed great strength to win possession in the middle of the park before releasing to Josh Campbell who threaded a beautiful pass to Jamie Waters to finish from just inside the area.We took the lead within five minutes,Josh Campbell finished clinically following an excellent delivery from an Eamon Doyle corner kick.
A real end to end game as such and again our opponents found the net to level the game for the second time.Five minutes before the break we made it 3-2 courtesy an absolutely stunning drive from Jack McMahon.Aisling were awarded what some viewed as a soft penalty just on half time,it was brilliantly saved by Ben Collopy,but the talented netminder could do little to stop the Aisling player from netting the follow up,3-3 at halftime.
The second period witnessed our side really dominate proceedings.
Chad Molloy rattled the woodwork and Jack Kiely’s follow up went inches wide of the post.Further efforts on goal from Jack Kiely,Kieran Grimes and Eamon Doyle were all well saved by the opposition keeper whose display kept our opponents in the tie.
The result leaves this talented bunch of players unbeaten in the league thus far,and have displayed thus far this season that they will be in the shake up,should they maintain the high standard that they have set,for silverware come season’s end.
Keep up the great work.
We lined out as follows:
Ben Collopy,Darragh Whelan,Josh Wallace,Adam Collopy,Jack McMahon{captain},Chad Molloy,Eamon Doyle,Jamie Waters and Josh Campbell{vice captain}.
In support:
Alex Kirwin,Ben Kirwin,Diarmuid Hinchy,Jack Kiely,Kieran Grimes and David Lynch..
Best on the day was Eamon Doyle,Josh Campbell and MOTM Adam O'Connell who was simply outstanding all game and never put a foot wrong.
EASTER CAMP:
We have organised a two day Easter soccer camp at the Fairgreen on April 14th and 15th,catering for children from under U11s down to the 'smallies'.
The camp will run from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm and will be staffed by qualified coaches.
The cost is €40.00 per child and that includes a commemorative t-shirt.
Please contact Andy McCallion 087 9445443 or Steve McGuane 085 8327411 to reserve place{s}.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Sunday February 9th:
Lawson Cup:
Fairview Rangers v Athlunkard Villa: POSTPONED.
McGettigans Premier ''A'' League:
Holycross v Fairview Rangers ''B'': POSTPONED.
Division 2 ''B'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''C'' v Aisling Annacotty: POSTPONED.
Balon Sport U17 League,Division One:
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers: POSTPONED
INTER COUNTY YOUTH CUP:
LIMERICK DL: 3 CORK LEAGUE: 1
Played at Jackman Park on Friday evening last,six of our players on the panel started,all others played at some point in the game.Well done to everybody concerned.
Our own Eoin Duff,a penalty and Jamie Griffin scored for the home side,Jake Dillon of Newport Town also netted.The victory guarantees the local side a home quarter final.
Team:
Sean Hamm,Joe Kavanagh,Sean Conneely,{Fairview Rangers},Shay McCarthy,{Fairview
Rangers},Scott Kirwan{Fairview Rangers, captain},Ethan O'Sullivan{Fairview Rangers},Ger Quaid,Jake Dillon,Eoin Duff{Fairview Rangers}Ronan O'Dwyer and Cian Fitzgerald{Fairview Rangers}.
Substitutes:
Dylan O'Sullivan{Fairview Rangers},Sean Ezarnkadh{Fairview Rangers},Kane Connelly{Fairview Rangers},Jamie Griffin{Fairview Rangers},David Power,Eoghan Burke,Aodhain O h-Ulain and Josh Shinnors{Fairview Rangers}.
JENNA SLATTERY:
The Republic of Ireland Women's U17's start preparations for their UEFA European Championship Elite Round Qualifiers with a double header set friendlies against Iceland.The Limerick quartet of Jenna Slattery (Fairview Rangers),Aiobheann Clancy (Limerick),Leah Hayes (Cork City) and Aoife Horgan(Limerick) have been named in James Scott's squad of 20.Scott will bring his squad to Waterford for the games on Friday, February 14th and Sunday February 16th,that will also be their base for the Elite Round clashes in March.
Congratulations yet again to Jenna,a supremely talented footballer.We are all so proud of her ongoing success.
COACH TO MUNSTER JUNIOR CUP GAME:
The supporters coach to the Munster Junior Cup tie in Stradbally,Co. Waterford has a few seats available.
Departing the clubhouse on Saturday 15th February at 9.30 am sharp.
Contact Jason Roche or James Flanagan to book your spot.
EMAIL ADDRESS ALTERATIONS:
Given the significant number of our NEWSLETTER recipients who possess an eircom.net email account and the proposed alteration to access it,if you are establishing an alternative email account,please forward it to [email protected] to continue receiving our weekly bulletin.
Please also advise the name and email id of your friends and family who may wish to join our ever growing list of NEWSLETTER members.
OBITUARY:
On behalf of everybody associated with our club,can I offer our sincerest condolences to the O'Grady family,following the recent passing of Eddie O'Grady.
Sympathies also to the Sims/O'Shaughnessy families on their recent loss.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
4,11,19 and 22.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 3,700.00 euro.
Five Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Shane Fitzgerald, Fairview Rangers AFC.
Amy Collins, Old Singland Road, Limerick.
Margaret Duffy, Promoter: Sean Lipper.
John O'Brien, Granville Park, Limerick.
Harry Geraghty, Promoter, Pat Keegan.
Promoters prize,25.00 euro: Andy Sheehan.
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 3,800.00 euro
LAST PERSON STANDING:
We lost just one player(three selections) this weekend due to Brighton drawing.Thirty three already through to week 3 due to Sheffield United and Everton both winning.
140 still outstanding going into this weeks games,if the postponed Manchester City v West Ham fixture is rescheduled for this week or next week result will stand,if not then anyone who picked Manchester City will go through to week three but will not be allowed pick them again going forward.
FAIRGREEN GOLF SOCIETY:
2020 Schedule of outings:
Saturday March 14th: Ennis GC 10.00 am.
Saturday April 11th: Mallow GC 11.00 am.
Saturday April 25th: Ballyneety GC 10.30 am.
This is the rescheduled 2019 Frank Garrard memorial competition with Bobby Byrnes golf society.The 19th hole soiree will commence that evening at 8.30 pm at Fairview Rangers AFC.
Saturday May 9th: Palmerston GC 11.00 am{coach trip}.
Saturday June 6th: Roscrea GC 10.00 am.
Saturday July 7th: Thurles GC 10.00 am.
Saturday September 12th: Newcastle West GC: 10.30 am.
Friday September 25th to Monday September 28th: Portugal trip.
Saturday October 10th: Ballykisteen GC 10.30 am{2020 Frank Garrard memorial competition}
Saturday November 7th: Glasson GC 10.30 am{Christmas outing,coach trip}.
New members are most welcome.
Annual membership fee: 25.00 euro.
The annual membership fee must be paid prior to the opening outing.
Fairgreen golf society polo shirts now available,25.00 euro each.
Membership can be paid to:
Mike Lynch, 085 8085084
Pa Ryan, 087 9942568
James Flanagan, 083 8055655
Fergal O'Grady, 086 3999005.
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
Goalkeeper coaching will continue on Wednesday evenings for our U12's,U13's,U14's,U15's and U16's.
However,there is a change in time,it will now run from
7.00 pm to 8.00 pm.
Saturday February 8th:
U14 League,Division Two:
Shelbourne AFC v Fairview Rangers: POSTPONED.
U14 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 4 Corbally United: 0
We took an early lead against a game and gallant opponent,Jack Koyce played Kyle Robinson through on goals and the talented young man made no mistake from twelve yards.On the twentieth minute or so mark it was 2-0,Tristan Murphy’s corner kick found Kyle Robinson and scorer turned provider on this occasion,he laid the ball off to Chuliann Williams who drove a beauty to the back of the net from all of twenty five yards.We created several more chances in the opening half,much of which stemmed from some excellent crosses from Grace McInerney but the score line remained 2-0 at the short whistle.
The lads picked up where they left off in the second half and made it 3-0 with the goal of the game.AJ Grey carried the ball out of defence in a composed fashion,finding Chuliann Williams in space,he played a lovely ball through to Darragh Miller who finished in style.Some fine efforts from Josh Campbell,Darragh Miller and Tristan Murphy quickly followed,Darragh Miller subsequently scored his second of the tie beating four players before slotting home.
A fine team effort from our lads with Grace McInerney,Darragh Miller,Kyle Robinson,Kyle McSweeney and Chuliann Williams all to the fore on the day.
Starting selection:
Jibril Sheehan,Grace McInerney,Callum Kiely{joint captain},Kyle McSweeney,AJ Grey,Jack Koyce,Patrick Dimowski,Chulainn Williams{joint captain},Kyle Robinson,Dara McNamara and Tristan Murphy.
Replacements:
Oisin Cullen and Josh Campbell.
U12 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Aisling Annacotty: 3
Our U12 ''A'' team faced a highly rated Aisling Annacotty side and will still be scratching their heads as to how they did not emerge with all three points from the tie.We could well have taken the lead inside the opening minute,Josh Campbell’s snapshot shaved the post with the keeper beaten.Soon,though we found ourselves a goal behind following a quick break by our opponents.Two minutes later it was all square.Jack McMahon showed great strength to win possession in the middle of the park before releasing to Josh Campbell who threaded a beautiful pass to Jamie Waters to finish from just inside the area.We took the lead within five minutes,Josh Campbell finished clinically following an excellent delivery from an Eamon Doyle corner kick.
A real end to end game as such and again our opponents found the net to level the game for the second time.Five minutes before the break we made it 3-2 courtesy an absolutely stunning drive from Jack McMahon.Aisling were awarded what some viewed as a soft penalty just on half time,it was brilliantly saved by Ben Collopy,but the talented netminder could do little to stop the Aisling player from netting the follow up,3-3 at halftime.
The second period witnessed our side really dominate proceedings.
Chad Molloy rattled the woodwork and Jack Kiely’s follow up went inches wide of the post.Further efforts on goal from Jack Kiely,Kieran Grimes and Eamon Doyle were all well saved by the opposition keeper whose display kept our opponents in the tie.
The result leaves this talented bunch of players unbeaten in the league thus far,and have displayed thus far this season that they will be in the shake up,should they maintain the high standard that they have set,for silverware come season’s end.
Keep up the great work.
We lined out as follows:
Ben Collopy,Darragh Whelan,Josh Wallace,Adam Collopy,Jack McMahon{captain},Chad Molloy,Eamon Doyle,Jamie Waters and Josh Campbell{vice captain}.
In support:
Alex Kirwin,Ben Kirwin,Diarmuid Hinchy,Jack Kiely,Kieran Grimes and David Lynch..
Best on the day was Eamon Doyle,Josh Campbell and MOTM Adam O'Connell who was simply outstanding all game and never put a foot wrong.
EASTER CAMP:
We have organised a two day Easter soccer camp at the Fairgreen on April 14th and 15th,catering for children from under U11s down to the 'smallies'.
The camp will run from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm and will be staffed by qualified coaches.
The cost is €40.00 per child and that includes a commemorative t-shirt.
Please contact Andy McCallion 087 9445443 or Steve McGuane 085 8327411 to reserve place{s}.
JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Sunday February 9th:
Lawson Cup:
Fairview Rangers v Athlunkard Villa: POSTPONED.
McGettigans Premier ''A'' League:
Holycross v Fairview Rangers ''B'': POSTPONED.
Division 2 ''B'' League:
Fairview Rangers ''C'' v Aisling Annacotty: POSTPONED.
Balon Sport U17 League,Division One:
Aisling Annacotty v Fairview Rangers: POSTPONED
Fairview Rangers Notes 03/02/2020
Only one underage game in the competitive leagues this week with our under 13B side playing Aisling/Annacotty on Saturday last.
An impressive performance, particularly in the second half, saw us emerge worthy winners at the final whistle.
We began brightly and took a deserved lead when Jamie Waters scored a beauty from 20 yards after being set up by Scott Griffin.
We made it 2-0 when a pinpoint cross from Alex Kirwan saw Jack McMahon finish in style.
Our opponents reduced the deficit shortly after but we responded almost immediately when Chad Molly held up a through ball from Jamie Waters before laying it off to Jack McMahon to strike a fine effort from 25 yards all the way to the net.
Our hosts again responded just on half time to leave it 3-2 in our favour.
We regained our two goal cushion minutes into the second period when Chad Molloy went by three defenders before slotting home.
We got our fifth soon after when a rasping shot from Diarmuid Hinchy caused all sorts of trouble for the home keeper who could only parry the effort and Jack Kiely reacted quickest to guide the ball home.
We made it 6-2 with the final goal of the game courtesy of a top-notch strike from Alex Hartigan.
All played well with Josh Wallace, Adam O’Connell, Alex Kirwan and Darragh Whelan particularly impressive.
Our Youths advanced to the next round of the cup with an impressive 8-0 victory over a battling Shelbourne side.
To Sunday then, and the much awaited clash with Pike Rovers at Crossagalla.
After a very tight contest we deservedly advanced to the last eight of the competition, winning one nil on the day.
Both sides had chances in the opening half with Jeffrey Judge unlucky not to open the scoring following up on a stinging Clyde O’Connell free kick.
At the other end Mark Slattery (who had possibly his best performance in the blue and gold) twice denied the hosts with timely tackles and blocks.
With ten minutes remaining we took the lead.
Robbie Kelliher, who was outstanding, was fouled 20 yards or so from goal and from the AJ O’Connor free both Robbie and Clyde O’Connell combined to force the ball home to give us the lead to take into half time.
The second half saw us with the elements at our back and on top for most of the second 45.
Pike’s cause was not helped when they were reduced to ten with about 15 left to play.
The weather played a big part in the contest as both sides could not really create any clear-cut opportunities of note.
The narrow pitch also was a factor.
Still the pace that we brought to the game was, in people’s opinions, the difference between the teams.
An excellent all-round performance by all concerned with Slattery, O’Connell and Byrnes on his introduction shining all through the game.
Savage in goals, although not overburdened with shots of a direct nature, claimed every single ball he came for and was a solid foundation to build from.
In midfield Judge gave his usual energetic performance as did O’Connor, while Bradley was the pick of the bunch on the occasion.
He did not waste a single ball, kept everything simple, and made some timely tackles and interceptions to nullify any threat that our hosts attempted to create.
Mann caused untold problems up front with his pace a constant worry for the Pike rear-guard.
What can one say about Robbie Kelliher???
A virtuoso performance yet again from the man.
He has shown his commitment to the cause in spades.
Lesser people would probably taken the easy way out and moved on, but Robbie kept grafting and impressed so much in the previous round after being introduced, it made it hard to not start him for this big game.
He repaid that faith in spades and once again had more than the measure of the Pike Central defence as he did in the lawson cup final last year.
Everyone at the club is delighted for the man who has always put in an energetic performance for us each time he crosses the line of play.
A big win then for the club.
I am sure that all involved will keep their feet on the ground as nothing is won yet.
Well done all!!!
Fairview Rangers Notes 20/01/2020
Our 14B team made the short trip across town to take on Regional.
It took our boys some time to get used to the both the size and the surface of Regional’s pitch, but once they did they took control of the game somewhat, but were caught out with a breakaway goal to give our hosts the lead.
Our response was excellent and we could easily have taken a deserved lead into the second half as Sean Holland, Max Cyran and Riain O’Shaughnessy all went oh so close to finding the net.
However our efforts in that opening half were in vain as regional took their slender lead into the second period.
A few positional changes during the break worked a treat and we levelled matters soon into that second period when Max Cyran broke down the wing before releasing Riain O’Shaughnessy who finished in a cool and composed fashion.
Soon after we were awarded a spot kick when Sean Holland’s cross was handled in the area, and the same player tucked away the spot kick clinically.
With ten minutes remaining Max Cyran was again seen to good effect when making a fine break out wide before finding Tony Clarke in space and the talented player made no mistake, curling an absolute beauty around the despairing hands of the home keeper.
A good start for Gearoid Holland’s charges, taking four points from their opening two fixtures, both of which were away from home.
Each and every player were excellent on the day.
Keep up the good work lads.
Next up were our under 12 premier who travelled to take on Shelbourne at the North side venue.
We started well and took an early lead when Eamonn Doyle got in behind the home defence to slot home from an acute angle.
Less than five minutes later the same player almost netted his second when his effort rattled the post before being cleared to safety.
Our second came after some fantastic work by Chad Molloy and Jack McMahon released Kieran Grimes to score his first goal for the club.
Late in the opening half it was 3-0 when Josh Campbell, who was excellent all day, found Jack Kiely in space and he cleverly lifted the ball over the advancing keeper into an empty net.
Half time 3-0 in our favour.
Shelbourne came at us in droves in the second period, but our defence, and in particular Darragh Whelan and Adam O’Connell in the full back positions, were excellent and repelled all attacks that came their way.
We weathered the storm and made it 4-0 when Eamonn Doyle whipped in a corner kick which took a wicked deflection off a Shelbourne defender and ended up in the back of the net.
Diarmuid Hinchy’s clever pass set up Jack Kiely for his second of the game to make it 5-0 and was unlucky late on when the woodwork denied him his hat trick.
5-0 final score.
Shelbourne are, despite what the score line suggests, a fine side, but on the day nothing went their way.
Ben Collopy had another fine game in goals with Josh Wallace getting the MOTM award as he was simply magnificent all day long.
A good win for our lads and they also have four points from two games played.
Next up were our under 15’s who faced a daunting task of travelling to the rebel county to take on Everton.
The game itself saw the home side enjoy the bulk of possession but some superb defending by our back four of Fintan O’Kelly, Jenna Slattery, Jake Griffin and Adam Keating kept the home side’s forward line under a tight rein.
Matt TePou, playing in an unaccustomed role of net minder was excellent when called upon during that period also.
The pace that we have in the team saw us worry the Everton rear-guard with our ability to break at speed.
We took the lead from one such break when a through ball from Mark Ward released Josh McCarthy who beat the advancing keeper in style.
The second period again saw the home side on top somewhat but again we dealt admirably with everything they could throw at us.
Indeed we can count ourselves not to have extended our lead when both Callum Murphy and Aiijay Vijandran both unlucky not to score.
Scenes of jubilation at the final whistle then and this win see’s the lads on the road again, travelling to the capital to take on St. Francis.
Well done lads.
Our Premier A side travelled to title contenders Charleville on Saturday evening.
This was our first competitive game in five weeks and may have contributed to the fact that we conceded after only 3 minutes.
Truth be told we could well have been behind further only for some excellent goalkeeping by Pa Reardon.
The half time talk had the desired effect and we equalised shortly into the second period when Conor Madigan’s cross was met by Antoin McMahon to head home past the keeper.
We took the lead some ten minutes later when Dean Kirwan carried the ball out of defence before finding James Hodkinson out wide who crossed to Adam O’Regan just on the edge of the area.
Adam met the ball first time and sent a stunning volleyed effort to the far corner of the net to give us the lead.
We were comfortable enough thereafter but a soft second yellow card which saw us down to ten men changed the game.
It got even worse when a straight red (which divided the opinions of those present), made it all the more difficult for us.
Charleville took full advantage of their numerical superiority and equalised shortly after and netted the winner with very little left on the clock, leaving our lads with nothing to show for their efforts, when they deserved something out of the game.
Both Cian Fitzgerald and Sean Connolly from our youths played and both were outstanding throughout.
Unlucky lads.
On Sunday afternoon our Premier side renewed rivalries with Clonmel Town in the provincial cup.
Once again the surface in the ‘Green was immaculate so kudos to all involved in the upkeep of the fields.
Our opponents occupy third spot in the TDSL and also have the top scorer in the division on their books so a tough encounter was expected.
The opening half saw us slow to get into our normal high tempo game.
Clonmel were content to sit behind the ball and use the pace of their centre forward to carve out openings and they did so five minutes in.
Both sides created half chances thereafter, and Clonmel had probably the clearer cut chances to extend their lead, but the failed to capitalize on them.
The second half was less than two minutes old when it was all square.
Robbie Kelliher’s introduction gave Ross Mann the perfect foil for his pace and power to work off.
Mann gained possession out wide and ghosted past two defenders before whipping a ball back across the six yard box.
Kelliher showed all his experience to dummy a shot and left the ball roll straight into the path of the in rushing Eddie Byrnes to smash home much to the delight of the home support.
Five minutes later we took the lead when again Mann went by three would be tackles before rifling a shot that took a deflection which wrong footed the keeper and ended up nestling in the back of the net.
With 15 or so minutes on the clock we made it 3-1.
Mann yet again supplied the ammunition when slipping in Kelliher to finish calmly past the despairing hands of the Tipperary net minder.
Our opponents had a good opportunity to reduce the arrears but Wall in goals showed all of his experience to keep his feet and force the attacker to miss from the acute angle he was shepherded into.
Clonmel, to their credit, never gave up the ghost but we saw out the remainder of the game in and composed fashion.
Best on the day for us were Stephen Bradley, Ross Mann, Dermot Fitzgerald, Jeffrey Judge, Robbie Kelliher and my MOTM AJ O’Connor.
Both Scott Kirwan and Eoin Duff from our youth’s side were introduced and impressed also.
Next up for the premier side is the mouth-watering away tie to Pike Rovers in the last 16 of the FAI Junior cup, scheduled for a 2.00pm KO in Crossagalla on Sunday next.
Again we would ask all supporters to come out and give the lads the backing they deserve.
Our 14B team made the short trip across town to take on Regional.
It took our boys some time to get used to the both the size and the surface of Regional’s pitch, but once they did they took control of the game somewhat, but were caught out with a breakaway goal to give our hosts the lead.
Our response was excellent and we could easily have taken a deserved lead into the second half as Sean Holland, Max Cyran and Riain O’Shaughnessy all went oh so close to finding the net.
However our efforts in that opening half were in vain as regional took their slender lead into the second period.
A few positional changes during the break worked a treat and we levelled matters soon into that second period when Max Cyran broke down the wing before releasing Riain O’Shaughnessy who finished in a cool and composed fashion.
Soon after we were awarded a spot kick when Sean Holland’s cross was handled in the area, and the same player tucked away the spot kick clinically.
With ten minutes remaining Max Cyran was again seen to good effect when making a fine break out wide before finding Tony Clarke in space and the talented player made no mistake, curling an absolute beauty around the despairing hands of the home keeper.
A good start for Gearoid Holland’s charges, taking four points from their opening two fixtures, both of which were away from home.
Each and every player were excellent on the day.
Keep up the good work lads.
Next up were our under 12 premier who travelled to take on Shelbourne at the North side venue.
We started well and took an early lead when Eamonn Doyle got in behind the home defence to slot home from an acute angle.
Less than five minutes later the same player almost netted his second when his effort rattled the post before being cleared to safety.
Our second came after some fantastic work by Chad Molloy and Jack McMahon released Kieran Grimes to score his first goal for the club.
Late in the opening half it was 3-0 when Josh Campbell, who was excellent all day, found Jack Kiely in space and he cleverly lifted the ball over the advancing keeper into an empty net.
Half time 3-0 in our favour.
Shelbourne came at us in droves in the second period, but our defence, and in particular Darragh Whelan and Adam O’Connell in the full back positions, were excellent and repelled all attacks that came their way.
We weathered the storm and made it 4-0 when Eamonn Doyle whipped in a corner kick which took a wicked deflection off a Shelbourne defender and ended up in the back of the net.
Diarmuid Hinchy’s clever pass set up Jack Kiely for his second of the game to make it 5-0 and was unlucky late on when the woodwork denied him his hat trick.
5-0 final score.
Shelbourne are, despite what the score line suggests, a fine side, but on the day nothing went their way.
Ben Collopy had another fine game in goals with Josh Wallace getting the MOTM award as he was simply magnificent all day long.
A good win for our lads and they also have four points from two games played.
Next up were our under 15’s who faced a daunting task of travelling to the rebel county to take on Everton.
The game itself saw the home side enjoy the bulk of possession but some superb defending by our back four of Fintan O’Kelly, Jenna Slattery, Jake Griffin and Adam Keating kept the home side’s forward line under a tight rein.
Matt TePou, playing in an unaccustomed role of net minder was excellent when called upon during that period also.
The pace that we have in the team saw us worry the Everton rear-guard with our ability to break at speed.
We took the lead from one such break when a through ball from Mark Ward released Josh McCarthy who beat the advancing keeper in style.
The second period again saw the home side on top somewhat but again we dealt admirably with everything they could throw at us.
Indeed we can count ourselves not to have extended our lead when both Callum Murphy and Aiijay Vijandran both unlucky not to score.
Scenes of jubilation at the final whistle then and this win see’s the lads on the road again, travelling to the capital to take on St. Francis.
Well done lads.
Our Premier A side travelled to title contenders Charleville on Saturday evening.
This was our first competitive game in five weeks and may have contributed to the fact that we conceded after only 3 minutes.
Truth be told we could well have been behind further only for some excellent goalkeeping by Pa Reardon.
The half time talk had the desired effect and we equalised shortly into the second period when Conor Madigan’s cross was met by Antoin McMahon to head home past the keeper.
We took the lead some ten minutes later when Dean Kirwan carried the ball out of defence before finding James Hodkinson out wide who crossed to Adam O’Regan just on the edge of the area.
Adam met the ball first time and sent a stunning volleyed effort to the far corner of the net to give us the lead.
We were comfortable enough thereafter but a soft second yellow card which saw us down to ten men changed the game.
It got even worse when a straight red (which divided the opinions of those present), made it all the more difficult for us.
Charleville took full advantage of their numerical superiority and equalised shortly after and netted the winner with very little left on the clock, leaving our lads with nothing to show for their efforts, when they deserved something out of the game.
Both Cian Fitzgerald and Sean Connolly from our youths played and both were outstanding throughout.
Unlucky lads.
On Sunday afternoon our Premier side renewed rivalries with Clonmel Town in the provincial cup.
Once again the surface in the ‘Green was immaculate so kudos to all involved in the upkeep of the fields.
Our opponents occupy third spot in the TDSL and also have the top scorer in the division on their books so a tough encounter was expected.
The opening half saw us slow to get into our normal high tempo game.
Clonmel were content to sit behind the ball and use the pace of their centre forward to carve out openings and they did so five minutes in.
Both sides created half chances thereafter, and Clonmel had probably the clearer cut chances to extend their lead, but the failed to capitalize on them.
The second half was less than two minutes old when it was all square.
Robbie Kelliher’s introduction gave Ross Mann the perfect foil for his pace and power to work off.
Mann gained possession out wide and ghosted past two defenders before whipping a ball back across the six yard box.
Kelliher showed all his experience to dummy a shot and left the ball roll straight into the path of the in rushing Eddie Byrnes to smash home much to the delight of the home support.
Five minutes later we took the lead when again Mann went by three would be tackles before rifling a shot that took a deflection which wrong footed the keeper and ended up nestling in the back of the net.
With 15 or so minutes on the clock we made it 3-1.
Mann yet again supplied the ammunition when slipping in Kelliher to finish calmly past the despairing hands of the Tipperary net minder.
Our opponents had a good opportunity to reduce the arrears but Wall in goals showed all of his experience to keep his feet and force the attacker to miss from the acute angle he was shepherded into.
Clonmel, to their credit, never gave up the ghost but we saw out the remainder of the game in and composed fashion.
Best on the day for us were Stephen Bradley, Ross Mann, Dermot Fitzgerald, Jeffrey Judge, Robbie Kelliher and my MOTM AJ O’Connor.
Both Scott Kirwan and Eoin Duff from our youth’s side were introduced and impressed also.
Next up for the premier side is the mouth-watering away tie to Pike Rovers in the last 16 of the FAI Junior cup, scheduled for a 2.00pm KO in Crossagalla on Sunday next.
Again we would ask all supporters to come out and give the lads the backing they deserve.
Fairview Rangers Notes 20/01/2020
Our fixtures kicked off last week on Thursday evening when we played Aisling/Annacotty in Jackman Park, with a place in the penultimate round of the Premier (Tuohy) cup up for grabs.
We began uncharacteristically slowly and found ourselves 2-0 down inside the opening quarter of the game.
Thereafter we began to dominate and after created several chances we reduced the deficit to a minimum when AJ O’Connor swept the ball home following good work by Clyde O’Connell and Ross Mann.
The second half saw us take control of the game and both James Fitzgerald and Ross Mann were denied by the woodwork from levelling the tie.
Our opponent’s tactics of slowing the game down at every opportunity seemed to about to work in their favour until we got the equaliser that our efforts deserved with less than two minutes on the clock.
A partially cleared corner was put back into the area and Robbie Kelliher was quickest to react to place the ball expertly beyond the keeper’s reach, sending the game into extra time.
Despite again having the lion’s share of possession we could not get the winning goal that we clearly deserved.
To the dreaded penalty shootout then and thanks to some clinical spot kicks from Jeffrey Judge, Robbie Kelliher, AJ O’Connor and Clyde O’Connell and a couple of superb stops by Aaron Wall between the sticks we deservedly advanced to the next round.
Our underage fixtures saw only one game taking place with the rest falling foul of the arctic like conditions.
Our 13B squad travelled to take on Corbally and came away with a resounding 7-2 against our hosts.
It was also this team’s first time playing competitively on a full pitch, which they took in their stride.
We began well and took an early lead when Alex Hartigan threaded a pinpoint pass through to Jack Kiely who rounded the Keeper before slotting home.
Soon after we made it 2-0 through Chad Molloy who controlled the ball before letting fly from 20 yards all the way to the bottom corner of the net.
Corbally had a glorious opportunity to pull one back when awarded a spot kick, but our Keeper Ben Collopy pulled off a fantastic save to keep our two goal advantage intact.
Corbally, to their credit, responded well and got on the scoresheet when they sprang the offside trap to net.
Just before half time we made it 3-1 when some good hold up play by Jamie Waters set up Jack McMahon to fire home from all of 25 yards with marvellous drive.
Corbally were on top for the opening ten minutes of the second period but some stout defending by our back five kept them at bay.
There was nothing we could do however when Corbally netted their second with a well struck free kick.
Undeterred we soon regained our two goal cushion when Jack McMahon scored with a wonderful 30 yard free.
Diarmuid Hinchy netted our fifth with a powerful header from a Jack McMahon corner.
Chad Molloy scored our sixth when getting on the end of an excellent cross from Scott Griffin.
Our seventh and final goal came when Chad Molloy grabbed his second of the game after being set up following some fine interplay between Diarmuid Hinchy and Jack McMahon.
An excellent start then for Terry Waters’s side and each and every player acquitted themselves well on the day.
Best for us: Josh Wallace, Adam O’Connell, Diarmuid Hinchy, Scott Griffin and MOTM Chad Molloy.
Well done all.
To Sunday then, and yet again the weather put paid to three of the four games due to played, with only our Premier side’s encounter with Athlunkard in the Munster cup surviving.
A good performance saw us progress following a 3-0 victory over a hardworking and industrious parish side.
Indeed our opponents kept us at bay for most of the opening half until Robbie Kelliher gave us the lead, for his second goal in as many games, from the penalty spot.
The second half saw us take control somewhat and Conor McCormack made it 2-0 some 15 minutes into the half.
AJ O’Connor(also with his second goal of the week) netted our third and final goal with a fine effort, maintaining our long run of victories.
Next up for the Premier side are a resurgent Clonmel Town side on Sunday next the 26th, with a scheduled 2.00pm KO in the ‘Green.
As always your support would be much appreciated.
Finally, congrats to Scott Kirwan.
Our Youths (and also the oscar traynor) Captain has been called up to the Irish Home Youths panel for trails in the coming weeks.
Well-deserved for this talented young man.
Fairview Rangers Notes 12/01/2020
Our underage teams were back in full swing last weekend, with four games down for decision.
Our 14B team travelled to take on Corbally and at the end of the game it was honours even by virtue of a 1-1 score line.
The heavy surface suited neither team and made passing football difficult throughout the encounter.
Possession and chances were even enough until midway through the half we took the lead when Captain Sean Holland sweetly struck effort sailed over the opposition keeper.
Corbally, to their credit tried hard to get an equaliser before half time but our defence were superb in that period, and ensured we maintained our advantage going into the break.
Corbally had a series of corners in the second half but again we defended magnificently to keep them at bay.
That being said we also created chances but could not get the vital second goal and with four minutes to play our hosts got the final goal of the game to leave it honours even at the final whistle.
A draw was probably a fair result on the balance of play, but the lads will feel slightly disappointed that they conceded an equaliser so late in the tie.
Next up were our 14A team who entertained a strong Mungret outfit in the ‘Green.
We began well and Dara McNamara came within a whisker of giving us the lead we he just failed to connect with a fine Kyle Robinson cross.
Chuliann Williams was upended on the edge of the area after a fine run and the resultant Tristan Murphy produced a fine save from the Mungret Keeper.
Both Patrick Dimowski and Kyle Robinson both went close in the latter stages of the half but again the opposition keeper was equal to the task.
Mungret also had their opportunities in that opening half but found our defence in fine form throughout.
The second period began with our lads again on top, but on a couple of occasions we had to rely on some top class saves from Jiberal Sheehan to keep our clean sheet intact.
Kyle Robinson, who was excellent on the day, was fouled midway through the half and from the resultant free kick Dara McNamara drove the ball all the way to the top corner from 20 yards, to give us a deserved lead.
Both sides had chances in the remaining 20 minutes or so, but neither defence was breached.
A valuable three points for John William’s side with each and every player contributing to the victory.
Best on the day for us were:
AJ Grey, Callum Kiely, Chulliann Williams, Kyle Robinson and Kyle McSweeney.
Next up were our under 16 side, most of which are all underage next year.
Also, it was a step up division, having been promoted from Division one.
We could not have asked for a more difficult assignment, facing Aisling/Annacotty, last year’s champions, in our opening fixture.
We found ourselves behind by two goals early on in the game but our response was excellent and we reduced the deficit when Sean Whelan struck a superb effort from a free kick all the way to net to leave us trailing by a minimum at the break.
The second half saw us defend well for the opening 20 minutes until Aisling capitalised on a lucky break to make it 3-1.
We surged forward thereafter to try get back into the game, but it was not to be, with our opponents tacking on another two goals very late in the game leaving it 5-1, a score line which does not justice to our lads efforts.
All involved can take great pride in their performances and the manager, Eddie Whelan, could not have asked for more from this side.
Our Youths travelled to Charleville on Saturday evening, coming away with a 3-2 win on the night.
This victory sees the lads maintain their 100% league record and stretch our lead at the top to 5 points with a game also in hand.
Our scorers on the day were Eoin Duff, Sean Ezarnkadh, Ethan O’Sullivan.
On Sunday morning our C team faced Lisnagry in a league fixture and after a highly competitive 90 minutes it ended with a share of the spoils.
Both sides created chances in the opening half, but it was the visitors who took the lead midway through, a lead which they held until the short whistle.
We upped the tempo considerably in the second half and after creating several good chances, we eventually levelled the tie when Ethan O'Sullivan applied the finishing touch to a fine team move.
Both sides threatened thereafter and with just under two minutes remaining we had what appeared to be strong claims for a penalty waved away.
Matched ended soon after that with a draw deemed to be the fairest result.
Best on the day where all played well were Wayne Lee and Mike Kett.
On Sunday afternoon we hosted St. John Bosco of Dublin in the last 32 of the coveted FAI cup.
Credit once again to the hard-working field committee who had the ‘Green in superb condition, despite the weather we have had in recent days.
A large crowd attended the game on the day, and although the conditions were not the best both sides served up a highly entertaining game.
We began well and created several good chances before we eventually got the goal that our efforts warranted.
Ross Mann, who was simply unmarkable on the day, was heavily involved in the build-up play which saw James Fitzgerald powering home to the roof of the net from just outside the six yard box.
With less than ten minutes on the clock in the opening period we were reduced to ten men, but we saw out the remaining time in the first half in a calm and composed fashion.
In the second half we again were on top, despite our numerical disadvantage, and made it 2-0 when Ross Mann was taken down in the box and Clyde O'Connell made no mistake from the spot kick.
Our fitness told in the latter stages as the Dublin outfit looked out on their feet at times, and it came as no surprise when we made it 3-0.
The ever-alert Ross Mann intercepted a pass just inside the half, waltzed past three defenders before rounding the keeper and slotting home to an empty net, for the goal that his performance so richly deserved.
John Mullane, Jeffrey Judge and Clyde O'Connell all went close in the final minutes of the game, but the score line remained at 3-0 until the final whistle.
The win see's us reach the last 16 of the competition.
Robbie Kelliher, Paul Danagher, Adam Frahill, Tom Byrnes and Brian Fitzgerald were all introduced in the second half and fitted in seamlessly to the team.
Best on the day for us were Liam Byrnes, Clyde O'Connell, Jamie Enright, Eddie Byrnes and Stephen Bradley, with Ross Mann getting the MOTM award.
Our underage teams were back in full swing last weekend, with four games down for decision.
Our 14B team travelled to take on Corbally and at the end of the game it was honours even by virtue of a 1-1 score line.
The heavy surface suited neither team and made passing football difficult throughout the encounter.
Possession and chances were even enough until midway through the half we took the lead when Captain Sean Holland sweetly struck effort sailed over the opposition keeper.
Corbally, to their credit tried hard to get an equaliser before half time but our defence were superb in that period, and ensured we maintained our advantage going into the break.
Corbally had a series of corners in the second half but again we defended magnificently to keep them at bay.
That being said we also created chances but could not get the vital second goal and with four minutes to play our hosts got the final goal of the game to leave it honours even at the final whistle.
A draw was probably a fair result on the balance of play, but the lads will feel slightly disappointed that they conceded an equaliser so late in the tie.
Next up were our 14A team who entertained a strong Mungret outfit in the ‘Green.
We began well and Dara McNamara came within a whisker of giving us the lead we he just failed to connect with a fine Kyle Robinson cross.
Chuliann Williams was upended on the edge of the area after a fine run and the resultant Tristan Murphy produced a fine save from the Mungret Keeper.
Both Patrick Dimowski and Kyle Robinson both went close in the latter stages of the half but again the opposition keeper was equal to the task.
Mungret also had their opportunities in that opening half but found our defence in fine form throughout.
The second period began with our lads again on top, but on a couple of occasions we had to rely on some top class saves from Jiberal Sheehan to keep our clean sheet intact.
Kyle Robinson, who was excellent on the day, was fouled midway through the half and from the resultant free kick Dara McNamara drove the ball all the way to the top corner from 20 yards, to give us a deserved lead.
Both sides had chances in the remaining 20 minutes or so, but neither defence was breached.
A valuable three points for John William’s side with each and every player contributing to the victory.
Best on the day for us were:
AJ Grey, Callum Kiely, Chulliann Williams, Kyle Robinson and Kyle McSweeney.
Next up were our under 16 side, most of which are all underage next year.
Also, it was a step up division, having been promoted from Division one.
We could not have asked for a more difficult assignment, facing Aisling/Annacotty, last year’s champions, in our opening fixture.
We found ourselves behind by two goals early on in the game but our response was excellent and we reduced the deficit when Sean Whelan struck a superb effort from a free kick all the way to net to leave us trailing by a minimum at the break.
The second half saw us defend well for the opening 20 minutes until Aisling capitalised on a lucky break to make it 3-1.
We surged forward thereafter to try get back into the game, but it was not to be, with our opponents tacking on another two goals very late in the game leaving it 5-1, a score line which does not justice to our lads efforts.
All involved can take great pride in their performances and the manager, Eddie Whelan, could not have asked for more from this side.
Our Youths travelled to Charleville on Saturday evening, coming away with a 3-2 win on the night.
This victory sees the lads maintain their 100% league record and stretch our lead at the top to 5 points with a game also in hand.
Our scorers on the day were Eoin Duff, Sean Ezarnkadh, Ethan O’Sullivan.
On Sunday morning our C team faced Lisnagry in a league fixture and after a highly competitive 90 minutes it ended with a share of the spoils.
Both sides created chances in the opening half, but it was the visitors who took the lead midway through, a lead which they held until the short whistle.
We upped the tempo considerably in the second half and after creating several good chances, we eventually levelled the tie when Ethan O'Sullivan applied the finishing touch to a fine team move.
Both sides threatened thereafter and with just under two minutes remaining we had what appeared to be strong claims for a penalty waved away.
Matched ended soon after that with a draw deemed to be the fairest result.
Best on the day where all played well were Wayne Lee and Mike Kett.
On Sunday afternoon we hosted St. John Bosco of Dublin in the last 32 of the coveted FAI cup.
Credit once again to the hard-working field committee who had the ‘Green in superb condition, despite the weather we have had in recent days.
A large crowd attended the game on the day, and although the conditions were not the best both sides served up a highly entertaining game.
We began well and created several good chances before we eventually got the goal that our efforts warranted.
Ross Mann, who was simply unmarkable on the day, was heavily involved in the build-up play which saw James Fitzgerald powering home to the roof of the net from just outside the six yard box.
With less than ten minutes on the clock in the opening period we were reduced to ten men, but we saw out the remaining time in the first half in a calm and composed fashion.
In the second half we again were on top, despite our numerical disadvantage, and made it 2-0 when Ross Mann was taken down in the box and Clyde O'Connell made no mistake from the spot kick.
Our fitness told in the latter stages as the Dublin outfit looked out on their feet at times, and it came as no surprise when we made it 3-0.
The ever-alert Ross Mann intercepted a pass just inside the half, waltzed past three defenders before rounding the keeper and slotting home to an empty net, for the goal that his performance so richly deserved.
John Mullane, Jeffrey Judge and Clyde O'Connell all went close in the final minutes of the game, but the score line remained at 3-0 until the final whistle.
The win see's us reach the last 16 of the competition.
Robbie Kelliher, Paul Danagher, Adam Frahill, Tom Byrnes and Brian Fitzgerald were all introduced in the second half and fitted in seamlessly to the team.
Best on the day for us were Liam Byrnes, Clyde O'Connell, Jamie Enright, Eddie Byrnes and Stephen Bradley, with Ross Mann getting the MOTM award.
Fairview Rangers Notes 05/01/2020
The New Year began on a successful note for the club, with both our A and C team registering victories on Sunday last.
First up were our A side who faced a difficult assignment, travelling to take on Neighbours Geraldines in a league fixture.
We got a tonic start when Ross Mann, who proved to be a handful all day long for the opposition rear-guard, went by his marker before cutting back to the inrushing Jeffrey Judge to finish in style from just inside the area.
We doubled our lead inside ten minutes when Eddie Byrnes threaded a through ball to Ross Mann who showed fantastic skill to net with a reverse shot while going away from goal.
Just before the break James Fitzgerald released Ross Mann who effort beat the keeper only to be denied by the upright.
Early in the second period we again went close to making it 3-0 when Fitzgerald crossed to Judge whose effort cannoned off the crossbar before being cleared to safety.
Not long after we eventually got a well-deserved third when again Mann showed the home defence a clean pair of heals before cutting back from the by line for AJ O’Connor to power home.
Late on James Fitzgerald again was unlucky when cutting inside his marker before his curling effort hit the top of the upright yet again.
Geraldines, to their credit, kept going to the bitter end and were awarded a spot kick late on, only to see the resultant strike hit the crossbar before being headed out for a fruitless corner.
An excellent performance by all concerned, as this is always a difficult place to get any sort of a result.
On the day, Jeffrey Judge, Steven Bradley, AJ O’Connor, Ross Mann and James Fitzgerald caught the eye with their performances.
We had some players absent through injuries etc., and we would wish all a speedy recovery.
The C team advanced to the next round of the open cup with an easier than expected victory over a determined Nenagh side.
Our lads showed no ill effects from the seasonal celebrations as they rattled in four goals inside the opening half hour, to virtually kill the game as a contest before the short whistle for half time even blew.
Credit though to our opponents from Tipperary as, despite the score line, they gave their all for the remainder of the tie and could well have registered a few goals of their own only for some superb defending by the lads when called upon.
Killian Costelloe opened the scoring with a powerful headed effort from a corner kick.
The prolific Eddie Lee made it 2-0 soon after with Lee Whyte scoring with an absolutely stunning effort from all of 30 yards to make it 3-0.
Ten minutes later Eddie Lee made it 4-0 with a clinical finish.
Well done all.
Congrats also to the Oscar Traynor youths who posted an emphatic 8-0 win over their Kerry counterparts.
We had numerous players involved on the day and our lads contributed no less than five of the goals on the day.
Eoin Duff was again scorer in chief with yet another hat trick, while both Ethan O’Sullivan and Jamie Griffin notched fine individual efforts.
Well done to Josh Considine who made his senior debut for the county hurling team over the weekend, contributing two points to their victory over Clare, a win which see’s John Kiely’s men now meet the Rebels in the final.
Finally, now that both schoolboy and junior fixtures are back in full swing could I ask all managers to please have a brief report to meet on the day of the game itself?
We have five fixtures alone on the schoolboy front this Saturday and in order to stay on top of the reports, I would need to get these to me by Saturday evening at the latest.
Your cooperation has been excellent all season long so keep up the good work!!!
Please send same to [email protected]
Regards and thanks
Fairview Rangers Notes 16/12/2019
Only one game down for decision last weekend, with our youths yet again on the road, this time to Charleville, to take on the Cork outfit in the Munster Youths cup.
Unfortunately we suffered our first defeat of the season, going down 4-1 to a fine Charleville side.
Eoin Duff was our scorer.
I’m sure all involved will put this defeat behind them as they top the league with maximum points.
They are also still in FAI youths cup, where they will again be on the road, facing either Freebooters of Kilkenny, or Finglas from the capital.
Finally all that is left is to wish all players, management teams, committee,
members and supporters a happy and peaceful Christmas and a safe and healthy New Year.
Enjoy the festive break!!!!!
Only one game down for decision last weekend, with our youths yet again on the road, this time to Charleville, to take on the Cork outfit in the Munster Youths cup.
Unfortunately we suffered our first defeat of the season, going down 4-1 to a fine Charleville side.
Eoin Duff was our scorer.
I’m sure all involved will put this defeat behind them as they top the league with maximum points.
They are also still in FAI youths cup, where they will again be on the road, facing either Freebooters of Kilkenny, or Finglas from the capital.
Finally all that is left is to wish all players, management teams, committee,
members and supporters a happy and peaceful Christmas and a safe and healthy New Year.
Enjoy the festive break!!!!!
Fairview Rangers Notes 09/12/2019
Only two games of the four scheduled for the club went ahead over the weekend, with our C team getting a walkover in the open cup, and our 14B side also receiving a walkover in their final league game of the season.
Our 14 side, having won the league title some weeks previously, were due to be presented with the trophy after the game, and although the tie never took place, they still had a victory celebration in the clubhouse to mark their title winning achievement.
Well done all.
Our 15B team had a fantastic win on Saturday over a game Annacotty side, by virtue of a 6-2 victory.
An outstanding performance by Stan Griffin’s side saw them dominate the opening quarter, with Levi McNamara going close on two occasions, as did Jamie Hannon, with Robbie Rooney hitting the woodwork also during that time.
We eventually got the goal our efforts deserved when Emmet Hehir split the defence with a superb through ball for Jamie Hannon to finish in style.
Five minutes later it was all square when the visitors equalized.
We responded well and rattled in three more goals before half time, an absolute pile driver from Emmet Hehir, a Sean Whelan penalty and Jamie Hannon grabbing his second of the day.
Again, Annacotty responded early in the second half, but we quickly regained our three-goal advantage with a close range finish by Sean Whelan making it two goals for him also, and a fine effort from Luke McSweeney for the final goal of the contest.
Well done all!!
On Sunday morning, in terrible conditions our B side earned a share of the spoils with Corbally at the ‘Green.
Although disappointed with the result, after beating leaders Moyross the previous week, one has to take into account that we played 70 minutes of the game with ten men.
We went behind in this one after only three minutes but ace marksman Kieran Long levelled matters.
Corbally again went into the lead, only for Kieran Long to net his second of the game to earn us a division of the spoils.
On Sunday afternoon both the junior and minor Oscar Traynor sides were in action, both playing Kerry away.
The Juniors, where four of our lads were involved, went down by a goal, losing 4-3 on the day, and ending their participation in the competition.
Unlucky to the team and to John Mullane (Capt.), AJ O’Connor, Clyde O’Connell and James Fitzgerald.
We had ten players on the Minor panel, with the game abandoned on 55 minutes.
The limerick side were in front 2-0 at that stage with our own Eoin Duff among the scorers.
Next Week’s fixtures:
Youths away to Charleville in the Munster cup Saturday 14th 7.00pm
Premier team away to Geraldines Sunday 15th 11.00am
Only two games of the four scheduled for the club went ahead over the weekend, with our C team getting a walkover in the open cup, and our 14B side also receiving a walkover in their final league game of the season.
Our 14 side, having won the league title some weeks previously, were due to be presented with the trophy after the game, and although the tie never took place, they still had a victory celebration in the clubhouse to mark their title winning achievement.
Well done all.
Our 15B team had a fantastic win on Saturday over a game Annacotty side, by virtue of a 6-2 victory.
An outstanding performance by Stan Griffin’s side saw them dominate the opening quarter, with Levi McNamara going close on two occasions, as did Jamie Hannon, with Robbie Rooney hitting the woodwork also during that time.
We eventually got the goal our efforts deserved when Emmet Hehir split the defence with a superb through ball for Jamie Hannon to finish in style.
Five minutes later it was all square when the visitors equalized.
We responded well and rattled in three more goals before half time, an absolute pile driver from Emmet Hehir, a Sean Whelan penalty and Jamie Hannon grabbing his second of the day.
Again, Annacotty responded early in the second half, but we quickly regained our three-goal advantage with a close range finish by Sean Whelan making it two goals for him also, and a fine effort from Luke McSweeney for the final goal of the contest.
Well done all!!
On Sunday morning, in terrible conditions our B side earned a share of the spoils with Corbally at the ‘Green.
Although disappointed with the result, after beating leaders Moyross the previous week, one has to take into account that we played 70 minutes of the game with ten men.
We went behind in this one after only three minutes but ace marksman Kieran Long levelled matters.
Corbally again went into the lead, only for Kieran Long to net his second of the game to earn us a division of the spoils.
On Sunday afternoon both the junior and minor Oscar Traynor sides were in action, both playing Kerry away.
The Juniors, where four of our lads were involved, went down by a goal, losing 4-3 on the day, and ending their participation in the competition.
Unlucky to the team and to John Mullane (Capt.), AJ O’Connor, Clyde O’Connell and James Fitzgerald.
We had ten players on the Minor panel, with the game abandoned on 55 minutes.
The limerick side were in front 2-0 at that stage with our own Eoin Duff among the scorers.
Next Week’s fixtures:
Youths away to Charleville in the Munster cup Saturday 14th 7.00pm
Premier team away to Geraldines Sunday 15th 11.00am
Fairview Rangers Notes 01/12/2019
Our 14B team entertained a fine Aisling/Annacotty side on Saturday last and came out second best on the day.
Everything the visitors did turned to gold, with almost all the chances they created bearing fruit.
Losing 2-0 at the short whistle, our opponents added three more in quick succession before our efforts were rewarded when Mikey Sheehy and James Murphy combined to release Paudie Madden who finished in a cool and composed fashion.
Despite our best efforts Aisling added two more at the end of the game.
Despite the score line we had some fine performances from Logan Ryan Heffernan, Rian O’Shaughnessy, Tony Clarke and our MOTM James Murphy.
Our lads had already won the title the week previously and celebrated in style on the day.
Congratulations to the Management and players on such an outstanding achievement, with the above defeat the only one suffered throughout the league season.
Well done all.
Our 13A team travelled to take on Aisling/Annacotty in Killonan and came away with a share of the spoils in a keenly contested affair.
Despite playing against the elements we dominated the opening 20 minutes.
Kyle Robinson made some incisive breaks during that period and was denied giving us a deserved lead, by an excellent save from one such break.
Soon after, Shane Franklin shaved the post from a free kick.
Despite the chances created the opening half ended scoreless.
We again dominated the opening period of the second half, with Shane Franklin and Kyle Robinson getting the better of their opposite numbers and Jodie Griffin, Chuliann Williams and Sean Holland on top in the midfield area.
Callum Kiely released Kyle Robinson with a defence splitting pass only for the latter’s effort to come back off the post and be cleared to safety.
We eventually took the lead when another fine cross from Kyle Robinson was met perfectly by Shane Franklin, giving the opposition keeper no chance.
For the remainder of the game we more than matched our opponents, until the final minute of the game when the home side netted an equaliser.
Football can be cruel sometimes, and the lads fully deserved all three points on offer, and would not have been flattered had they won by two or three goals.
Best on the day were Kyle McSweeney, Callum Kiely, Chuliann Williams, Jodie Griffin, Kyle Robinson and MOTM Shane Robinson.
Our 15’s went down 3-2 to a strong Mungret in the semi-final of their divisional cup.
An outstanding performance by all concerned saw our lads lose out by the slimmest of margins.
Had they any luck at all the result could easily have been reversed.
We were well on top for most of the opening half with Luke McSweeney going close on a number of occasions.
Mungret took the lead, against the run of play, through a wickd deflection that gave our Keeper no chance.
Our response was magnificent and we turned the game around in that opening half with goals from Callum Murphy with a fine shot and Luke McSweeney who rounded the Keeper before slotting home.
The second half saw us on the attack once more and Callum Murphy, Jamie Hannon, and Scott Quaide all went close.
It was one of those days as our hosts converted possibly the only chances they created in the second period to leave it 3-2 at the final whistle.
The team deserved much more than they got from the game and had they any luck whatsoever would have been looking forward to a cup final.
All involved played well and cannot be faulted for their efforts.
Our Minor team faced a tricky assignment when travelling, yet again, to the premier county to take on Peake Villa of Thurles in the national cup.
Kevin Kirwan’s outfit again came up trumps, winning comfortably 2-0 on the day.
The lads were on the front foot from the off and it came as no surprise when they took the lead on 20 minutes when Zak Sheehan finished superbly.
The remainder of the game saw both sides create some chances.
That being said, most of the play was centred on midfield until Eoin Duff scored yet again, with less than 2 minutes to play, to seal our progress to the next round.
A good performance all round, with our lads progressing on all fronts, despite not having a home draw in either competition for some time.
All three of our junior sides were in action on Sunday last.
Our B and C squads played Sunday morning.
Our B side travelled to take on table toppers Moyross on Sunday morning, hoping to bounce back from the previous week’s loss.
This was always going to be a tough task for our lads as our hosts home record is excellent.
However, James Flanagan’s outfit turned in one of their best performances of the season to run out 5-0 winners on the day.
Moyross started brightly and were denied the lead inside the opening ten minutes when Tony McCarthy saved well from a shot inside the penalty area.
At the other end the home sides net minder denied Aodhan Keane with a spectacular save to keep the game scoreless.
We took the lead soon after when youth player Cian Fitzgerald whipped in a delightful corner which was headed home powerfully by Conor Madigan.
one nil up at half time.
Five minute into the second period James Hodkinson found Kieran Long on the edge of the area who slipped his marker before unleashing a thunderbolt to the top corner of the net to double our lead.
Dean kirwan glided past three challenges before being clipped in the box and the ever reliable Conor Madden made no mistake from the spot to make it 3-0.
Moyross were then awarded a spot kick but Tony McCarthy dived full length to pull of a wonderful stop, maintaining our 3 goal lead.
Kieran Long turned provider for our fourth when releasing Shane O’Connell who rounded the keeper before slotting home.
We scored the fifth and final goal of the game when O’Connell went by three defenders before releasing Aziz Koroma who cut back the ball for Aodhan Keane to fire home.
A great response from the lads, and more than proves that they are a match for anyone in this division.
there will be many a twist and turn in this league before it is won and all we can do now is try to win every game left to us, which is not beyond their capabilities.
Our C team hosted Janesboro B in the open cup and finally we faced Cork side Castleview in the FAI Junior cup in the afternoon.
To the C team then who took control of the game from the off and raced onto a 2-0 lead courtesy of two fine efforts from Jason Roche with a well struck free kick and Killian Costelloe with a superb volleyed effort, before Janesboro reduced the deficit to a minimum close to half time when converting a penalty kick.
The second half was little more than 5 minutes old when Shane Wallace scored to restore our two goal advantage.
Tom Hehir’s charges were really playing some excellent football at this stage and added a further two goals in quick succession, both coming from Emmet Harty.
The same player bagged himself a hat trick late on to leave the final score 6-1 in our favour.
Finally our Club faced Castleview from Cork in the last 64 of the FAI cup and posted a comprehensive 9-0 win over a never say die Rebel side.
Four nil up at the short whistle, we opened our account early on when Ross Mann netted following an assist from Eddie Byrnes.
The same player made it 2-0 after being put through by Jeffrey Judge with Clyde O’Connell netting our third from the spot, awarded after Ross Mann was taken down inside the area.
AJ O’Connor made it 4-0 and again Ross Mann was involved providing the key pass in the build up to the goal.
Early in the second period the win was sealed when not for the first time this season Ross Mann netted his third of the afternoon.
Mann was again fouled inside the area and this time James Fitzgerald netted from the spot kick.
Aj O’Connor got his second after again being set up by Ross Mann.
Soon after Tom Byrnes took possession on the edge of our box and his first time ball found Ross Mann, who moved the ball straight away to AJ O’Connor.
He took a touch before finding James Fitzgerald who cushioned the ball into the inrushing Jamie Enright to strike it to the top corner from just inside the area for the goal of the game.
The Ross Mann show continued for the final goal of the tie when he found Eddie Byrnes who finished well.
A fine performance by all concerned which sees us progress to the last 32 of the competition.
Also a point of not that all three of the Byrne’s Boys, Eddie, Tom and Liam finished the game on the field.
Lastly there could be no arguing the MOTM award going to Ross Mann who was simply superb yet again.
So a good day for the club on the junior front….long may it continue.
NEWSLETTER NUMBER 16 AND SCHOOLBOY/GIRL NUMBER 33,2019/20.
MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOP:
A Mental Health workshop in conjunction with Jigsaw has been organised.
The workshop will take place at Caherdavin Celtic AFC Clubhouse on the 5th of December at 7.00 pm.
The workshop description is as follows:
One Good Coach: Promoting Young People’s Mental Health.
This one hour presentation is aimed at One Good Adults who coach or train young people in a wide variety of sports.
As a result of this presentation,participants will:
Have a greater understanding of mental health.
Have a greater understanding of the importance of their role as One Good Adult.
Have a greater awareness of how to promote and support young people’s mental health in their role as a coach.
Learn about their local Jigsaw project support and how young people can access the service.
This initiative is to be highly commended,and our club are fully supportive of such workshops.
BEREAVEMENT:
Sincerest sympathies to the extended Parks and Caulfield families on the recent passing of Claire Parks{nee Caulfield},Ballysimon Road.Limerick.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
9,16,17 and 23.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 12,000.00 euro.
Five Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Tom O'Flynn, Fairview Rangers AFC
Darren Davis, Drominbeg, Rhebogue
Kitty and Tony Meehan, Fairview Rangers AFC.
John Haran, Sarsfield Avenue Garryowen
Joe Boland, Ticket sold by Noel Whyte
Promoters Prize of 25.00 euro:
Pa Ryan.
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 12,000.00 euro
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
U16 Premier League:
Shelbourne AFC v Fairview Rangers
Shelbourne unable to field a team.
Saturday November 23rd:
U12 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Caherconlish AFC: 2
The opening twenty minutes or so of this panels last game of the season saw most of the play concentrated around midfield,a very strong visiting squad took the lead at this point.We started the second half very well but got caught when our opponents broke from defence at speed to make it 0-2.Our side never let their heads drop and laid siege to the Caherconlish goals.The pressure eventually paid,Alex Kirwan scored the goal of the game,collecting the ball on the halfway line,winding his way past several tackles before slotting home into the bottom corner of the net.
Time was not on our side however,and despite creating one or two more chances,the county side held out for victory.An excellent performance by all concerned,and a most enjoyable season for the panel also.Winning is not everything,especially at such a young age, and getting out and playing is the most important thing for these young lads.I am sure the players and parents as well as the club are grateful to Kevin Heffernan and co. for all the work they did on the management front.
Enjoy the break.
Team:
Oisin Doyle,Logan Ryan Heffernan{vice captain},Alex Kirwin,Riain O'Shaughnessy,CJ O'Neill,Sean Holland,Jack McMahon,Eamon Doyle,Josh Campbell.
Reserves:
Jamie Waters,Jack Costelloe,Sean Madden{captain}and Alex Hartigan.
U14 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Aisling Annacotty: 5
We should have taken something from this encounter with highflying Aisling.We actually lead 2-1 at the half time whistle,with both strikes from the prolific Josh McCarthy.Aisling responded well in the second period adding four without reply.Callum Murphy notched our third and despite dominating the rest of the tie,we failed to score again.
Starting eleven:
Cian O'Byrne,Mark Ward,Jake Griffin,Fintan O'Kelly,Adam Keating,Blake Campbell,Josh McCarthy,Emmet Hehir,Robbie Rooney,Jamie Hannan and Callum Murphy
Replacements:
Rex Nyamakazi and Chulainn Williams.
U14 League,Division Two:
Parkville AFC: 1 Fairview Rangers: 3
A vital top of the table clash just a week on from suffering a cup defeat to the same opposition,this was always going to be a tough assignment,with the title likely to be decided by the game.Our lads put the disappointment of that defeat well behind them,registering a fantastic 1-3 success and winning the title into the bargain.All the more impressive given the fact that the home side took the lead as early as the sixth minute.Despite both sides creating chances no more goals ensued in the opening half .
A stunning second half performance witnessed our lads score three without reply.Kyle Robinson got on the end of a Paudie Madden through ball to levels matters.We kept the pressure up on the home side and got our just rewards,James P.Murphy finished from close range and Jack Nash made sure of the win when netting clinically having been put through on goal by Troy Cahill.
Each and every player was excellent on the day,but the MOTM award goes to the entire defence,they were immense all through.
Congratulations to everybody connected with the panel,we also won the league pennant at this grade in last seasons shorter campaign.This panel has improved enormously over the last three or four years,having struggled somewhat in their younger grades.Its a testament to their resolve and willingness to learn,allied to astute management that has paid rich dividends in recent times.
We lined out as follows;
Jibril Sheehan,G. McInerney,Callum Kiely,Oisin Cullen,AJ Grey,Troy Cahill,Kyle Robinson,Kian O’Brien{captain},Jake Kavanagh,Jack Nash and Joey Deegan.
Substitutes:
James P Murphy,Paudie Madden and Cian Power.
Also contributing the successful effort throughout the year:
B.Keogh,B.O'Callaghan{vice captain},C.Kiely,JA Murphy,K.McSweeney,L.Healy.
Last Saturdays panel pictured below.

JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Saturday November 23rd:
FAI Youths Cup {re-fixture}:
Ballymackey FC{North Tipperary DL}: 2 Fairview Rangers: 7
The original tie was abandoned some weeks previously.A five or indeed should that be seven star performance gave our lads a joyous 2-7 victory.Leading 2-3 at the break,we absolutely pounded the Tipp sides defence subsequently,scoring another four without reply to deservedly advance to the next round.
Our scorers on the day were Cian Fitzgerald with another brace,top scorer Eoin Duff also found the net twice,with Jack Foley,Josh Shinnors and Zac Sheehan rounding off a memorable win for Kevin Kirwans charges.
This win earns the team a tie with Carew Park in the next round.
Panel:
Dean McNamara,Andrew Kearns,Dylan O'Sullivan,Shay McCarthy,Ethan O'Sullivan,Zak Sheehan,Eoin Duff,Lanne Aldoji,Scott Kirwan,James Collopy,Josh Shinners,Cian Fitzgerald,Jamie Griffin,Victor Oyidejo,Sean Byrnes,Sean Conneelly,James O'Connor,Jack Foley,Eoin Guilfoyle and Sean Ezanengadh.
Sunday November 24th:
Premier League:
Geraldines AFC v Fairview Rangers.
Game postponed as a mark of respect to the late Frank Cox.
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Athlunkard Villa: 2
We took an early lead in this one courtesy of a fine finish by Shane O’Connell after just ten minutes,a lead that we maintained until half time.Athlunkard leveled the game ten minutes into the second half against the run of play.Fifteen minutes later Athlunkard scored from the penalty spot.Our lads continued to press for an equaliser but it wasn't to be and the match finished 1-2.
Lineup:
David Considine,Dean Kirwan,Stephen Frawley,Aaron Long,David Frawley,Conor Madigan,Kieran Long,Conor Madden{captain},Aodhan Keane,Shane O'Connell and Cian Fitzgerald.
In support:
Scott Kirwin,Darren Kelly,James Hodkinson and Azis Koroma.
Division 2 ''B'' League:
Coonagh United v Fairview Rangers.
Match postponed,surface unplayable.
MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOP:
A Mental Health workshop in conjunction with Jigsaw has been organised.
The workshop will take place at Caherdavin Celtic AFC Clubhouse on the 5th of December at 7.00 pm.
The workshop description is as follows:
One Good Coach: Promoting Young People’s Mental Health.
This one hour presentation is aimed at One Good Adults who coach or train young people in a wide variety of sports.
As a result of this presentation,participants will:
Have a greater understanding of mental health.
Have a greater understanding of the importance of their role as One Good Adult.
Have a greater awareness of how to promote and support young people’s mental health in their role as a coach.
Learn about their local Jigsaw project support and how young people can access the service.
This initiative is to be highly commended,and our club are fully supportive of such workshops.
BEREAVEMENT:
Sincerest sympathies to the extended Parks and Caulfield families on the recent passing of Claire Parks{nee Caulfield},Ballysimon Road.Limerick.
WEEKLY LOTTERY RESULTS:
The numbers drawn:
9,16,17 and 23.
There was no winner of the JACKPOT of 12,000.00 euro.
Five Lucky Dip Winners of 25.00 euro each:
Tom O'Flynn, Fairview Rangers AFC
Darren Davis, Drominbeg, Rhebogue
Kitty and Tony Meehan, Fairview Rangers AFC.
John Haran, Sarsfield Avenue Garryowen
Joe Boland, Ticket sold by Noel Whyte
Promoters Prize of 25.00 euro:
Pa Ryan.
Next Mondays JACKPOT will be 12,000.00 euro
SCHOOLBOY/GIRL MATCH DETAILS:
U16 Premier League:
Shelbourne AFC v Fairview Rangers
Shelbourne unable to field a team.
Saturday November 23rd:
U12 League,Division One:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Caherconlish AFC: 2
The opening twenty minutes or so of this panels last game of the season saw most of the play concentrated around midfield,a very strong visiting squad took the lead at this point.We started the second half very well but got caught when our opponents broke from defence at speed to make it 0-2.Our side never let their heads drop and laid siege to the Caherconlish goals.The pressure eventually paid,Alex Kirwan scored the goal of the game,collecting the ball on the halfway line,winding his way past several tackles before slotting home into the bottom corner of the net.
Time was not on our side however,and despite creating one or two more chances,the county side held out for victory.An excellent performance by all concerned,and a most enjoyable season for the panel also.Winning is not everything,especially at such a young age, and getting out and playing is the most important thing for these young lads.I am sure the players and parents as well as the club are grateful to Kevin Heffernan and co. for all the work they did on the management front.
Enjoy the break.
Team:
Oisin Doyle,Logan Ryan Heffernan{vice captain},Alex Kirwin,Riain O'Shaughnessy,CJ O'Neill,Sean Holland,Jack McMahon,Eamon Doyle,Josh Campbell.
Reserves:
Jamie Waters,Jack Costelloe,Sean Madden{captain}and Alex Hartigan.
U14 Premier League:
Fairview Rangers: 3 Aisling Annacotty: 5
We should have taken something from this encounter with highflying Aisling.We actually lead 2-1 at the half time whistle,with both strikes from the prolific Josh McCarthy.Aisling responded well in the second period adding four without reply.Callum Murphy notched our third and despite dominating the rest of the tie,we failed to score again.
Starting eleven:
Cian O'Byrne,Mark Ward,Jake Griffin,Fintan O'Kelly,Adam Keating,Blake Campbell,Josh McCarthy,Emmet Hehir,Robbie Rooney,Jamie Hannan and Callum Murphy
Replacements:
Rex Nyamakazi and Chulainn Williams.
U14 League,Division Two:
Parkville AFC: 1 Fairview Rangers: 3
A vital top of the table clash just a week on from suffering a cup defeat to the same opposition,this was always going to be a tough assignment,with the title likely to be decided by the game.Our lads put the disappointment of that defeat well behind them,registering a fantastic 1-3 success and winning the title into the bargain.All the more impressive given the fact that the home side took the lead as early as the sixth minute.Despite both sides creating chances no more goals ensued in the opening half .
A stunning second half performance witnessed our lads score three without reply.Kyle Robinson got on the end of a Paudie Madden through ball to levels matters.We kept the pressure up on the home side and got our just rewards,James P.Murphy finished from close range and Jack Nash made sure of the win when netting clinically having been put through on goal by Troy Cahill.
Each and every player was excellent on the day,but the MOTM award goes to the entire defence,they were immense all through.
Congratulations to everybody connected with the panel,we also won the league pennant at this grade in last seasons shorter campaign.This panel has improved enormously over the last three or four years,having struggled somewhat in their younger grades.Its a testament to their resolve and willingness to learn,allied to astute management that has paid rich dividends in recent times.
We lined out as follows;
Jibril Sheehan,G. McInerney,Callum Kiely,Oisin Cullen,AJ Grey,Troy Cahill,Kyle Robinson,Kian O’Brien{captain},Jake Kavanagh,Jack Nash and Joey Deegan.
Substitutes:
James P Murphy,Paudie Madden and Cian Power.
Also contributing the successful effort throughout the year:
B.Keogh,B.O'Callaghan{vice captain},C.Kiely,JA Murphy,K.McSweeney,L.Healy.
Last Saturdays panel pictured below.

JUNIOR AND YOUTH TEAM INFORMATION:
Saturday November 23rd:
FAI Youths Cup {re-fixture}:
Ballymackey FC{North Tipperary DL}: 2 Fairview Rangers: 7
The original tie was abandoned some weeks previously.A five or indeed should that be seven star performance gave our lads a joyous 2-7 victory.Leading 2-3 at the break,we absolutely pounded the Tipp sides defence subsequently,scoring another four without reply to deservedly advance to the next round.
Our scorers on the day were Cian Fitzgerald with another brace,top scorer Eoin Duff also found the net twice,with Jack Foley,Josh Shinnors and Zac Sheehan rounding off a memorable win for Kevin Kirwans charges.
This win earns the team a tie with Carew Park in the next round.
Panel:
Dean McNamara,Andrew Kearns,Dylan O'Sullivan,Shay McCarthy,Ethan O'Sullivan,Zak Sheehan,Eoin Duff,Lanne Aldoji,Scott Kirwan,James Collopy,Josh Shinners,Cian Fitzgerald,Jamie Griffin,Victor Oyidejo,Sean Byrnes,Sean Conneelly,James O'Connor,Jack Foley,Eoin Guilfoyle and Sean Ezanengadh.
Sunday November 24th:
Premier League:
Geraldines AFC v Fairview Rangers.
Game postponed as a mark of respect to the late Frank Cox.
Premier ''A'' League:
Fairview Rangers: 1 Athlunkard Villa: 2
We took an early lead in this one courtesy of a fine finish by Shane O’Connell after just ten minutes,a lead that we maintained until half time.Athlunkard leveled the game ten minutes into the second half against the run of play.Fifteen minutes later Athlunkard scored from the penalty spot.Our lads continued to press for an equaliser but it wasn't to be and the match finished 1-2.
Lineup:
David Considine,Dean Kirwan,Stephen Frawley,Aaron Long,David Frawley,Conor Madigan,Kieran Long,Conor Madden{captain},Aodhan Keane,Shane O'Connell and Cian Fitzgerald.
In support:
Scott Kirwin,Darren Kelly,James Hodkinson and Azis Koroma.
Division 2 ''B'' League:
Coonagh United v Fairview Rangers.
Match postponed,surface unplayable.
Fairview Rangers Notes 24/11/2019
Our under 12 team played their final league on Saturday morning, going down 2-1 to a fine Caherconlish outfit in a very closely contested game.
The opening 20 minutes or so saw most of the play centre around midfield until the visitors took the lead.
We started the second half well but got caught out when our opponents broke from defence at speed to make it 2-0.
We never let our heads drop and laid siege to the Caherconlish goals.
The pressure eventually paid when Alex Kirwan scored the goal of the game, collecting the ball on the halfway line, winding his way past several tackles before slotting home into the bottom corner of the net.
Time was not on our side however, and despite creating one or two more chances, the county side held out for victory.
An excellent performance by all concerned, and a most enjoyable season for the kids also.
Winning is not everything, especially at such a young age, and getting out and playing is the most important thing for these young kids.
I am sure the players and parents as well as the club will be grateful to Kevin Heffernan and Co. for all the work they did on the management front.
Enjoy the break all!!
Next up were our under 14 side, who should have taken something from their encounter with highflying Aisling, but defeat was also our lot in this one.
We actually lead 2-1 at the half time whistle in this one, with both strikes from the prolific Josh McCarthy.
Aisling responded well in the second period and despite Callum Murphy adding a third for us we could not get a fourth to give us at least a deserved share of the spoils.
Our 14B team made the short journey across town to take on Parkville in a top of the table clash on Saturday afternoon.
Having suffered a cup defeat to the same opposition last week, this was always going to be a tough assignment.
Our lads put the disappointment of that defeat well behind them, registering a fantastic 3-1 win on the day.
All the more impressive given the fact that the home side went into the lead as early as the sixth minute.
Despite both sides creating chances no more goals ensued in the opening half .
A stunning second half performance saw our lads score three without reply to leave us needing only one point to be crowned league champions.
Kyle Robinson got on the end of a Paudie Madden through ball to levels matters.
We kept the pressure up on the home side and got our just rewards when James P Murphy finished from close range and Jack Nash made sure of the win when netting clinically having been put through on goal by Troy Cahill.
Each and every player were excellent on the day, but the MOTM award goes to the entire defensive backline who were immense all day long.
Our last game on Saturday saw our Youths travel to take on Ballymackey in the rearranged fixture, following the original tie being abandoned some weeks previously.
A five (or should that be seven!!) star performance saw our lads advance by 7-2 margin.
Leading 3-2 at the break, we absolutely pounded the Tipp sides defence, scoring another four without reply to deservedly advance to the next round.
Our scorers on the day were Cian Fitzgerald with another brace, top scorer Eoin Duff also found the net twice, with Jack Foley, Josh Shinnors and Zac Sheehan rounding off a memorable win for Kevin Kirwans charges.
This win sees our lads faced local side Carew Park in the next round.
Well done all.
With both our A and C fixtures being called off, it was left to the B team to fly the club flag when they entertained Athlunkard Villa on Sunday morning.
We took an early lead in this one through a fine finish by Shane O’Connell after ten minutes, a lead that we maintained until half time. Athlunkard leveled the game 10 minutes into the second half against the run of play. 15 minutes later Athlunkard scored from the spot after being awarded a penalty. Our lads continue to press for a leveler but it wasn't to be and the match finished 2-1. Our lads showed great heart and desire after going to goal down to get the leveler.
Our under 12 team played their final league on Saturday morning, going down 2-1 to a fine Caherconlish outfit in a very closely contested game.
The opening 20 minutes or so saw most of the play centre around midfield until the visitors took the lead.
We started the second half well but got caught out when our opponents broke from defence at speed to make it 2-0.
We never let our heads drop and laid siege to the Caherconlish goals.
The pressure eventually paid when Alex Kirwan scored the goal of the game, collecting the ball on the halfway line, winding his way past several tackles before slotting home into the bottom corner of the net.
Time was not on our side however, and despite creating one or two more chances, the county side held out for victory.
An excellent performance by all concerned, and a most enjoyable season for the kids also.
Winning is not everything, especially at such a young age, and getting out and playing is the most important thing for these young kids.
I am sure the players and parents as well as the club will be grateful to Kevin Heffernan and Co. for all the work they did on the management front.
Enjoy the break all!!
Next up were our under 14 side, who should have taken something from their encounter with highflying Aisling, but defeat was also our lot in this one.
We actually lead 2-1 at the half time whistle in this one, with both strikes from the prolific Josh McCarthy.
Aisling responded well in the second period and despite Callum Murphy adding a third for us we could not get a fourth to give us at least a deserved share of the spoils.
Our 14B team made the short journey across town to take on Parkville in a top of the table clash on Saturday afternoon.
Having suffered a cup defeat to the same opposition last week, this was always going to be a tough assignment.
Our lads put the disappointment of that defeat well behind them, registering a fantastic 3-1 win on the day.
All the more impressive given the fact that the home side went into the lead as early as the sixth minute.
Despite both sides creating chances no more goals ensued in the opening half .
A stunning second half performance saw our lads score three without reply to leave us needing only one point to be crowned league champions.
Kyle Robinson got on the end of a Paudie Madden through ball to levels matters.
We kept the pressure up on the home side and got our just rewards when James P Murphy finished from close range and Jack Nash made sure of the win when netting clinically having been put through on goal by Troy Cahill.
Each and every player were excellent on the day, but the MOTM award goes to the entire defensive backline who were immense all day long.
Our last game on Saturday saw our Youths travel to take on Ballymackey in the rearranged fixture, following the original tie being abandoned some weeks previously.
A five (or should that be seven!!) star performance saw our lads advance by 7-2 margin.
Leading 3-2 at the break, we absolutely pounded the Tipp sides defence, scoring another four without reply to deservedly advance to the next round.
Our scorers on the day were Cian Fitzgerald with another brace, top scorer Eoin Duff also found the net twice, with Jack Foley, Josh Shinnors and Zac Sheehan rounding off a memorable win for Kevin Kirwans charges.
This win sees our lads faced local side Carew Park in the next round.
Well done all.
With both our A and C fixtures being called off, it was left to the B team to fly the club flag when they entertained Athlunkard Villa on Sunday morning.
We took an early lead in this one through a fine finish by Shane O’Connell after ten minutes, a lead that we maintained until half time. Athlunkard leveled the game 10 minutes into the second half against the run of play. 15 minutes later Athlunkard scored from the spot after being awarded a penalty. Our lads continue to press for a leveler but it wasn't to be and the match finished 2-1. Our lads showed great heart and desire after going to goal down to get the leveler.
Fairview Rangers Notes 18/11/2019
First up for the club were our under 14 side who faced Parkville at home in the semi-final of their divisional cup.
Unfortunately, it was the visitors who advanced, winning 2-0 on the day.
An even enough opening half saw both defences on top with Grace McInerney, Oisin Cullen, Calum Kiely and AJ Grey in fine form.
We did have one or two chances with Kyle Robinson having a superb outing up front for us on the day.
Five minutes into the second period Parkville took the lead from a corner kick.
Thereafter we dominated somewhat but could find no way past a resolute defence.
With three minutes left on the clock, Parkville scored the insurance goal to send them into the final.
Best on the day for us were Grace McInerney, Kyle Robinson and Callum Kiely who were outstanding throughout.
Best of luck to Parkville in the final.
Better news for our Under 15 side who progressed in their divisional cup with a fantastic 2-1 win over an excellent Shelbourne side.
The opening 15 minutes was even enough until Mark Ward sent in a delightful cross which a Shelbourne defender, under all sorts of pressure from Callum Murphy, only managed to steer into his own net to give us the lead.
Shelbourne did put us under some pressure after that, but our defence was simply outstanding in that time, and dealt with each threat posed in a calm and composed fashion.
The second half saw Shelbourne pose some questions yet again, particularly in set pieces where they tried to take advantage of their height advantage, but again were repelled on each occasion.
With ten minutes left we made it 2-0 when Callum Murphy turned beautifully on the edge of the area before firing home for an excellent strike.
Five minutes later it was 2-1 when the visitors converted a spot kick.
Right at the death Scott Quaid intercepted on the halfway line, evaded several tackles and shot goalward only for the upright to come to Shelbourne’s rescue.
A brilliant win and performance by all concerned with Scott Quaide getting the MOTM award for his efforts.
Our Premier A side, having been without a game for several weeks, made the short trip to Aisling on Saturday evening.
Unfortunately, we came up just short, losing 2-1 on the night.
The opening half had little in the way of clear-cut chances, with most of the play being centred around midfield.
No goals so in the opening period.
The hosts took the lead, but we responded within 5 minutes when Kieran Long’s 25-yard shot took a slight deflection before ending up in the net.
We gathered momentum from that and indeed had a few chances to take the lead, but our efforts came to nought.
Aisling went 2-1 up with 15 left on the clock when they hit us on the break.
From the centre off Cian Fitzgerald weaved his way past four defenders before being taken down inside the area.
A well struck spot kick was saved and with it our chance to take at least a deserved point from the tie.
Good to see three of our youths making valuable contributions also, with Cian Fitzgerald, Dean McNamara and Sean Connolly all excellent throughout.
On Sunday morning our C team, without a game for over ten weeks, faced title chasing Northside in the ‘Green.
Yet again, defeat was our lot, losing 4-2 to a fine side.
In fact, we lead on not one but two occasions in this one, with Killian Costelloe and Eddie Lee finding the net.
On each occasion the visitors struck back, leaving it 2-2 at the short whistle.
We were also reduced to ten men close to the short whistle.
Northside took the lead in controversial circumstances, following a none contested hop ball.
We did have an opportunity to level proceedings but could not convert a spot kick and Northside made sure of all three points on offer with their 4th goal late on.
All the lads played well on the day, but absolutely nothing went their way.
Long season yet lads…keep it going.
On Sunday afternoon our 17 team had a daunting task of facing an excellent Annacotty side, away, in the national cup.
The tie went to our hosts by virtue of a 5-2 win, a score line that does not truly reflect how close the encounter was.
Aisling too the lead early on with their first shot on target.
Soon after it was 1-1 when Cian Fitzgerald converted a superb free kick from 20 yards.
Nip and tuck thereafter but it was Aisling who took a somewhat underserved 3-1 lead into the second period, scoring twice in as many minutes at the very end of the opening half.
To make matters worse they made it 4-1, again with their first shot on target, leaving us a mountain to climb.
We refused to panic and played some lovely football from then on, and got our just reward when David Madigan scored to make it 4-2.
We pushed forward in numbers but got caught on the break late on for the final goal of the tie.
Although defeated, the lads still put in a fine performance.
Best of luck to a strong Aisling side for the remainder of the competition.
Finally all roads lead to the ‘Green on Sunday afternoon, where we hosted an ever improving Aisling side, with the reward being a home fixture in the out of town stages of the national cup.
An outstanding performance by all concerned saw us do just that by virtue of a 2-0 victory.
Truth be told it could have been much more.
We would not have been flattered had we taken a 2 or 3 goal lead into the second half, with Aisling content to pack their defence for the opening half, opting to try and nick a goal from set pieces or long balls out of defence.
During that opening half we created at least six good chances to take the lead, but little luck in front of goals and some excellent goalkeeping kept us at bay, including a superb stop from a spot kick.
The second half saw us again in the ascendancy, and really making inroads down our right-hand side through James Fitzgerald and AJ O’Connor.
It was from a corner kick on that side that we took the lead when the corner kick was partially cleared.
We regained possession and some nice interplay between O’Connor and Fitzgerald saw the former whip in a dangerous cross for Ross Mann to guide beyond the keeper.
Several more chances went by before Ross Mann got his second of the afternoon following a fine break and cross from Stephen Bradley.
As stated, an excellent performance by all concerned, with each player making a telling contribution, including those introduced.
Clyde O’Connell was excellent in the centre back position and his defensive partner Mark Slattery showed all his experience on a number of occasions when called upon.
Josh Considine grew more into the game as it went on and his opposite number AJ O’Connor gave a virtuoso display on the day.
Aaron Savage also was alert to the dangers when they presented themselves.
In midfield John Mullane, Jeffrey Judge and Stephen Bradley were commanding figures all day long, as was Adam Frahill when introduced.
Out wide Eddie Byrnes ran himself to a standstill until replaced by Darragh Rainsford, who was a constant threat when introduced.
Up front Ross Mann yet again lit up the ‘Green with his performance and brace of goals and was ably replaced late on by up and coming player Eoin Duff.
Paul Danagher was also introduced and did not put a foot wrong.
My MOTM though goes to James Fitzgerald who gave his opposite number a torrid time all through the game.
Not only that, when Aisling did attack, I counted three separate occasions where the talented wide made tracked back the length of the pitch before eventually winning back possession.
Well done all concerned for doing their talking on the pitch.
Best wishes to Darragh Rainsford & Niall O Connor who depart for Australia this week
We wish both players the very best and there will always be a welcome in Fairview for them.
First up for the club were our under 14 side who faced Parkville at home in the semi-final of their divisional cup.
Unfortunately, it was the visitors who advanced, winning 2-0 on the day.
An even enough opening half saw both defences on top with Grace McInerney, Oisin Cullen, Calum Kiely and AJ Grey in fine form.
We did have one or two chances with Kyle Robinson having a superb outing up front for us on the day.
Five minutes into the second period Parkville took the lead from a corner kick.
Thereafter we dominated somewhat but could find no way past a resolute defence.
With three minutes left on the clock, Parkville scored the insurance goal to send them into the final.
Best on the day for us were Grace McInerney, Kyle Robinson and Callum Kiely who were outstanding throughout.
Best of luck to Parkville in the final.
Better news for our Under 15 side who progressed in their divisional cup with a fantastic 2-1 win over an excellent Shelbourne side.
The opening 15 minutes was even enough until Mark Ward sent in a delightful cross which a Shelbourne defender, under all sorts of pressure from Callum Murphy, only managed to steer into his own net to give us the lead.
Shelbourne did put us under some pressure after that, but our defence was simply outstanding in that time, and dealt with each threat posed in a calm and composed fashion.
The second half saw Shelbourne pose some questions yet again, particularly in set pieces where they tried to take advantage of their height advantage, but again were repelled on each occasion.
With ten minutes left we made it 2-0 when Callum Murphy turned beautifully on the edge of the area before firing home for an excellent strike.
Five minutes later it was 2-1 when the visitors converted a spot kick.
Right at the death Scott Quaid intercepted on the halfway line, evaded several tackles and shot goalward only for the upright to come to Shelbourne’s rescue.
A brilliant win and performance by all concerned with Scott Quaide getting the MOTM award for his efforts.
Our Premier A side, having been without a game for several weeks, made the short trip to Aisling on Saturday evening.
Unfortunately, we came up just short, losing 2-1 on the night.
The opening half had little in the way of clear-cut chances, with most of the play being centred around midfield.
No goals so in the opening period.
The hosts took the lead, but we responded within 5 minutes when Kieran Long’s 25-yard shot took a slight deflection before ending up in the net.
We gathered momentum from that and indeed had a few chances to take the lead, but our efforts came to nought.
Aisling went 2-1 up with 15 left on the clock when they hit us on the break.
From the centre off Cian Fitzgerald weaved his way past four defenders before being taken down inside the area.
A well struck spot kick was saved and with it our chance to take at least a deserved point from the tie.
Good to see three of our youths making valuable contributions also, with Cian Fitzgerald, Dean McNamara and Sean Connolly all excellent throughout.
On Sunday morning our C team, without a game for over ten weeks, faced title chasing Northside in the ‘Green.
Yet again, defeat was our lot, losing 4-2 to a fine side.
In fact, we lead on not one but two occasions in this one, with Killian Costelloe and Eddie Lee finding the net.
On each occasion the visitors struck back, leaving it 2-2 at the short whistle.
We were also reduced to ten men close to the short whistle.
Northside took the lead in controversial circumstances, following a none contested hop ball.
We did have an opportunity to level proceedings but could not convert a spot kick and Northside made sure of all three points on offer with their 4th goal late on.
All the lads played well on the day, but absolutely nothing went their way.
Long season yet lads…keep it going.
On Sunday afternoon our 17 team had a daunting task of facing an excellent Annacotty side, away, in the national cup.
The tie went to our hosts by virtue of a 5-2 win, a score line that does not truly reflect how close the encounter was.
Aisling too the lead early on with their first shot on target.
Soon after it was 1-1 when Cian Fitzgerald converted a superb free kick from 20 yards.
Nip and tuck thereafter but it was Aisling who took a somewhat underserved 3-1 lead into the second period, scoring twice in as many minutes at the very end of the opening half.
To make matters worse they made it 4-1, again with their first shot on target, leaving us a mountain to climb.
We refused to panic and played some lovely football from then on, and got our just reward when David Madigan scored to make it 4-2.
We pushed forward in numbers but got caught on the break late on for the final goal of the tie.
Although defeated, the lads still put in a fine performance.
Best of luck to a strong Aisling side for the remainder of the competition.
Finally all roads lead to the ‘Green on Sunday afternoon, where we hosted an ever improving Aisling side, with the reward being a home fixture in the out of town stages of the national cup.
An outstanding performance by all concerned saw us do just that by virtue of a 2-0 victory.
Truth be told it could have been much more.
We would not have been flattered had we taken a 2 or 3 goal lead into the second half, with Aisling content to pack their defence for the opening half, opting to try and nick a goal from set pieces or long balls out of defence.
During that opening half we created at least six good chances to take the lead, but little luck in front of goals and some excellent goalkeeping kept us at bay, including a superb stop from a spot kick.
The second half saw us again in the ascendancy, and really making inroads down our right-hand side through James Fitzgerald and AJ O’Connor.
It was from a corner kick on that side that we took the lead when the corner kick was partially cleared.
We regained possession and some nice interplay between O’Connor and Fitzgerald saw the former whip in a dangerous cross for Ross Mann to guide beyond the keeper.
Several more chances went by before Ross Mann got his second of the afternoon following a fine break and cross from Stephen Bradley.
As stated, an excellent performance by all concerned, with each player making a telling contribution, including those introduced.
Clyde O’Connell was excellent in the centre back position and his defensive partner Mark Slattery showed all his experience on a number of occasions when called upon.
Josh Considine grew more into the game as it went on and his opposite number AJ O’Connor gave a virtuoso display on the day.
Aaron Savage also was alert to the dangers when they presented themselves.
In midfield John Mullane, Jeffrey Judge and Stephen Bradley were commanding figures all day long, as was Adam Frahill when introduced.
Out wide Eddie Byrnes ran himself to a standstill until replaced by Darragh Rainsford, who was a constant threat when introduced.
Up front Ross Mann yet again lit up the ‘Green with his performance and brace of goals and was ably replaced late on by up and coming player Eoin Duff.
Paul Danagher was also introduced and did not put a foot wrong.
My MOTM though goes to James Fitzgerald who gave his opposite number a torrid time all through the game.
Not only that, when Aisling did attack, I counted three separate occasions where the talented wide made tracked back the length of the pitch before eventually winning back possession.
Well done all concerned for doing their talking on the pitch.
Best wishes to Darragh Rainsford & Niall O Connor who depart for Australia this week
We wish both players the very best and there will always be a welcome in Fairview for them.
Fairview Rangers Notes 10/11/2019
Last weekend saw both our under 13B and our under 14B teams in cup action.
First up were the 13B who came up against a bang in form Summerville side.
Our hosts ran out comfortable winners on the day, but all involved can take great credit for battling away until the end, despite the score line.
It was one of those days where absolutely nothing went right for us, and we even took to the field with a few players playing above their grade.
Unlucky lads.
Better news for our 14B team, who advanced to the last four of their divisional cup, winning 5-2, away, to Newport .
We began well and had the better of the early exchanges, taking a well-deserved lead on 13 minutes when James A Murphy headed powerfully home from a corner kick.
Just 3 minutes later we made it 2-0 when Jack Nash finished well following some fantastic approach work by Kyle Robinson.
The home side came more into the tie after that but found our defence in superb form.
Indeed it was ourselves that netted next when Troy Cahill (who was superb all through the game) finished clinically only for Newport to be awarded a spot kick, which they duly converted, leaving it 3-1 at the short whistle.
The first goal in the second half would have a huge bearing on the game and luckily for our lads James A Murphy netted his second of the tie from a Jack Nash through ball.
Grace McInerney , who was excellent also, found Troy Cahill in space and he fired home from 15 yards to more or less seal the win.
The home side pulled one back towards the end of the game, but it was too little too late for the Tipperary outfit.
A great team performance by all concerned with Troy Cahill getting the MOTM award for his efforts.
Sadly, it was not all good news for Andy McCallion’s side as two goal hero James A Murphy sustained what appears to be a fractured ankle on the day.
All his management team and the players, along with the club as a whole wish this talented young man a speedy recovery.
To Sunday morning then and an opportunity for our Premier side to take over at the top of the table when they hosted Kilmallock at home.
This they did, winning 8-1 on the day against a spirited county side.
We took an early lead in this one through Ross Mann and quickly followed up with a second strike courtesy of the in-form James Fitzgerald.
Ross Mann got his second of the game with a clinical finish leaving us 3-0 up at half time.
Early in the second half Jeffrey Judge made it 4-0 followed quickly by a superb finish from John Mullane to make it 5-0.
Ross Mann, who was simply unmarkable on the day made it six when grabbing his third of the tie, before Kilmallock got the goal that their efforts deserved.
Our response was immediate, and Ross Mann scored his fourth to make it 7-1 and Eddie Byrnes got the goal his efforts deserved to leave it 8-1 at the final whistle.
It was with sadness that we, Fairview Rgs learned of the passing of Brooklyn Colbert, son of former player Wayne.
We offer our condolences to Wayne, Sonia and the families.
Football may just be a game, but at such a sad time it has the ability to unite us all in grief.
RIP Brooklyn
We offer our condolences to Wayne, Sonia and the families.
Football may just be a game, but at such a sad time it has the ability to unite us all in grief.
RIP Brooklyn
Fairview Rangers Notes 02/11/2019
Finally congratulations to the Limerick Oscar Traynor side and in particular all the Fairview Rangers players involved, on their opening round victory over a strong Clare side.
The banner men took the lead in this one before our own Clyde O’Connell powered home a headed effort to equalise,
with Limerick getting what proved to be the winner in the second half.
It was also great to see John Mullane captain the side to the victory.
Well done lads.
http://limerickjuniorsoccer.com/
Finally congratulations to the Limerick Oscar Traynor side and in particular all the Fairview Rangers players involved, on their opening round victory over a strong Clare side.
The banner men took the lead in this one before our own Clyde O’Connell powered home a headed effort to equalise,
with Limerick getting what proved to be the winner in the second half.
It was also great to see John Mullane captain the side to the victory.
Well done lads.
http://limerickjuniorsoccer.com/
Fairview Rangers Notes 02/11/2019
Only two games down for decision this week with both our under 14 and our under 16 sides in national cup action.
Our 16’s hosted an outstanding St. Brendan’s Park side from Kerry and our 14’s travelled to the kingdom to take on Killarney.
Unfortunately for us defeat was our lot in both fixtures.
Our 16’s, although well beaten on the day, can take pride in the fact that they never once let their heads drop, despite the score line.
There is no shame in losing, especially to such a strong outfit.
One also has to take into account that we were essentially playing a year above our grade.
That being said, the Kerry side, who have reached the last four of the competition for the previous two years, were full value for their win.
Behind 4-0 at the break, we did create a good few chances throughout the tie, but could find no way past an excellent defence.
St. Brendan’s tacked on a few more goals in the second period to run out worthy winners.
Our 14’s game was a much closer affair and we could well have won this one in normal time, before losing out to the home side in extra time.
Playing into a strong breeze, we began well and took the lead after just 5 minutes when Jack Nash finished neatly from a Kyle Robinson cross.
We almost made it 2-0 when jack Nash’s cross/shot went inches wide of the post.
The home side levelled the tie from a free kick, and indeed piled on the pressure for the remainder of the half but our defence held firm until the short whistle.
We regained the upper hand in the second period with both Chulliann Williams and Callum Kiely winning the midfield battle.
Our pressure eventually paid when Shane Franklin was fouled just outside the area and Jack Nash struck a beauty all the way to the net.
Tristan Murphy almost made it 3-1, only to be denied by a fine save, after being released by Chulliann Williams.
Killarney scored with less than six minutes remaining to send the game to extra time.
Both Tristan Murphy and Shane Franklin went close in that period, but it was our hosts who held sway on the day, scoring three to run out 5-2 winners AET.
Manager John Williams was full of praise for each and every player who left everything they had on the field of play.
Well done all and unlucky on the result
Finally congratulations to limerick Oscar Traynor side and in particular all the Fairview Rangers players involved, on their opening round victory over a strong Clare side.
The banner men took the lead in this one before our own Clyde O’Connell powered home a headed effort to equalise, with Limerick getting what proved to be the winner in the second half.
It was also great to see John Mullane captain the side to the victory.
Well done lads.
Team photos U15 National Cup 2019
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