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Irish Independent
a day ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Louth girls ready for kick-off as they chase Gaynor Cup glory in top Limerick tournament
The academy's 2011 squad (under-14s) are testing themselves against elite teams from across the country in Ireland's premier underage football tournament, which takes place at the University of Limerick. The Louth girls' group campaign kicks off against Kilkenny this Monday at 6pm, followed by a double header tomorrow as they take on Mayo at noon and Tipperary South at 6pm. All teams in the competition then progress to the various knockout matches which run from Wednesday until Friday, with a Cup, Shield, Bowl and Trophy all up for grabs. Louth's campaign officially kicked off last Thursday with a special Gaynor Cup launch night at the Monasterboice Inn, to mark the beginning of what promises to be a thrilling journey through the iconic national tournament. To celebrate their selection, each squad member was presented with their official squad number and kit, whilst the coaching staff overseeing the trip were introduced. Head coach and LSGL chairperson Robbie Corr said: 'The Gaynor Cup is the pinnacle of U14 girls' football in Ireland, and our squad is full of talent, ambition and pride in representing Louth.' 'Everyone at the LSGL would like to thank all our sponsors for supporting the squad as they head to such a prestigious tournament. We hope the girls enjoy a brilliant and memorable tournament and we wish them the best of luck.' Mick Neville, FAI regional development officer for Co Louth, said: 'This is more than football. It's about teamwork, opportunity and inspiring the next generation of female athletes.' Louth Gaynor Cup squad Goalkeepers: Féile May Buckley (Walshestown), Abi Osawaru (Rock Celtic) Defenders: Anna Cromwell (Dromin United), Lily-Mae Curtis (Square United), Erin Kavanagh (Albion Rovers), Grace McEvoy (Rock Celtic), Mia Van Der Westhuizen (Rock Celtic) Defenders/Midfielders: Masie Ball (Rock Celtic), Anna-May Lynch (Blayney Academy), Anna-Lilly McDonnell (Rock Celtic), Anna-Kelly O'Reilly (East Meath United), Ellen Wright (Castletown Belles) Midfielders: Ava Fanning (Albion Rovers), Ellie Malone (Albion Rovers), Sophie McCabe (Castletown Belles), Hollie Rogers (Muirhevna Mor) Forwards: Hillary Adeniran (Albion Rovers), Éabha Byrne (Castletown Belles), Rosie Fox (Quay Celtic), Sophia Mackin (Quay Celtic) Louth coaching/support team
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Louth girls bid for Gaynor Cup glory
The academy's 2011 squad (under-14s) will test themselves against elite teams from across the country in Ireland's premier underage football tournament, which takes place at the University of Limerick. Louth kick off their campaign on Monday evening against Kilkenny in the opening game of Group 5 (kick-off 6pm), before back-to-back fixtures on Tuesday, against Mayo (12pm) and Tipperary South (6pm). All teams in the competition then progress to knockout competitions from Wednesday to Friday, with a Cup, Shield, Bowl and Trophy all up for grabs. Louth's campaign officially kicked off last Thursday night (29 May), with a special Gaynor Cup launch night at the Monasterboice Inn, to mark the beginning of what promises to be a thrilling journey through the iconic national tournament. To celebrate their selection, each squad member was presented with their official squad number and kit, whilst the coaching staff overseeing the trip were introduced. Head coach and Louth School Girls League (LSGL) chairperson Robbie Corr said: "The Gaynor Cup is the pinnacle of U14 girls' football in Ireland, and our squad is full of talent, ambition, and pride in representing Louth. "Everyone at the LSGL would like to thank all our sponsors for supporting the squad as they head to such a prestigious tournament. We hope the girls enjoy a brilliant and memorable tournament and we wish them the best of luck." Mick Neville, FAI regional development officer for Co Louth, added: "This is more than football. It's about teamwork, opportunity, and inspiring the next generation of female athletes." Louth 2025 Gaynor Cup squad Goalkeepers: Féile May Buckley (Walshestown), Abi Osawaru (Rock Celtic); Defenders: Anna Cromwell (Dromin United), Lily-Mae Curtis (Square United), Erin Kavanagh (Albion Rovers), Grace McEvoy (Rock Celtic), Mia Van Der Westhuizen (Rock Celtic); Defenders / Midfielders: Masie Ball (Rock Celtic), Anna-May Lynch (Blayney Academy), Anna-Lilly McDonnell (Rock Celtic), Anna-Kelly O'Reilly (East Meath United), Ellen Wright (Castletown Belles); Midfielders: Ava Fanning (Albion Rovers), Ellie Malone (Albion Rovers), Sophie McCabe (Castletown Belles), Hollie Rogers (Muirhevna Mor); Forwards: Hillary Adeniran (Albion Rovers), Éabha Byrne (Castletown Belles), Rosie Fox (Quay Celtic), Sophia Mackin (Quay Celtic) Louth 2025 Gaynor Cup Coaching and Support Team: Head Coach: Robbie Corr; Coach: Joel Patino; Assistant Coach: Ciara Floyd; Goalkeeper Coach: Micheal O'Connor; Female Liaison Officer: Niamh Mulholland; First Aid & Medical Lead: Aimee Thornton; League Head of Delegation: Sinead McDonnell.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Kelty Hearts chance was too good to turn down, says ex-Albion Rovers ace
Michael Paton is assistant manager at the League One club Michael Paton says leaving Albion Rovers was difficult, but an assistant manager's role at Kelty Hearts was too good to knock back. Paton, 36, left a player-coach role at Cliftonhill and hung up his boots after a three-year spell in Coatbridge. The opportunity came up to join Tom O'Ware at League One Kelty, utilising experience gained from a seven-month spell as Brechin City boss in 2020-21, and former Aberdeen and Dunfermline midfielder Paton can't wait to get started. He said: 'It was too good a chance to knock back. 'It's no different from a footballer – if an opportunity arises at a higher level, you're going to take it. 'Me coming towards the end of my playing, it was a really good opportunity, and I'm just really looking forward to the season starting, now. 'I fully understand the pressures of management, because I've been in it myself at Brechin, and I know how important it is that you've got someone at the side who takes the responsibility, so he can focus on playing on a Saturday. 'I think he knows I understand the process, and I know the parts that I need to take away from him, so he can fully focus on the game on Saturday. 'I have a lot of playing experience in this league, I've won it twice, so I know what's required to get up the top of the table.' Paton added: 'I've got a great connection with Albion Rovers. I was there the last three years, went as a player to being on the management team and helping the success and development from there. 'We were building a squad nearly every season and trying to get somewhere with Rovers – I have a real connection with the board, management team and fans.' Midfielder Kai Kirkpatrick has also joined Kelty Hearts, while Paul Kennedy moved to Lowland League rivals Linlithgow Rose, amid some serious financial hardships at Rovers that will see them expenses only next season. Paton said: 'It's a shame what has happened, but they have a lot of good people at the club who want to make this right, so I have no doubt you'll see Albion Rovers turn the corner in the next year or so. 'I thank them for everything I did for the last three years, but now my full focus is on progressing with Kelty.'
The National
27-05-2025
- Sport
- The National
Celtic B decision made ahead of new Lowland League season
The lineup for Scotland's fifth tier was unveiled on Monday. The youngsters were revealed as one of the 18 teams set to compete in the division for the 2025/26 campaign. Heart of Midlothian will once again enter a B team into the league, with the likes of Albion Rovers, Caledonian Braves, and Bo'ness United remaining in place. Read more: The full lineup was recently confirmed: The stage is set… the preparation begins… this is the Scottish Lowland Football League 2025/26! — The Park's Motor Group Scottish Lowland League (@OfficialSLFL) May 26, 2025 Celtic's B side finished second in the table this season, seven points behind eventual winners East Kilbride, who have since been promoted to Scottish League Two through the pyramid play-off after victory over Bonnyrigg Rose. Stephen McManus led Celtic B for 2024/25, as they also reached the knockout stages of the UEFA Youth League. News of their Lowland League participation comes after the club sent a heartfelt message following the terrible events at Liverpool's title parade on Monday evening. A statement read: "Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with Liverpool Football Club, all those people affected and the city of Liverpool following this evening's tragic incident." Liverpool also spoke out on the incident, saying: "We are in direct contact with Merseyside Police regarding the incident on Water Street, which happened towards the end of the trophy parade earlier this evening. "Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this serious incident. "We will continue to offer our full support to the emergency services and local authorities who are dealing with this incident."
Daily Record
24-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Albion Rovers 0 Celtic B 1: Boss Sandy Clark in the dark over what future holds for him as club finish season with loss
Albion Rovers boss Sandy Clark admits he has no idea what the future holds for him and the club after the curtain fell on this season's Lowland League campaign on Saturday. The Coatbridge club have suffered well-documented cash flow problems this season and stated earlier in the campaign they will only be able to pay players expense from next season. A rift between shareholders and the current club board has muddied the waters, while talk of a potential takeover reared its head once again. A 1-0 defeat to Celtic B on Saturday ensured Rovers finished sixth in the table and with the dust settling on the 2024/25 campaign, Clark is in the dark about what the coming weeks and months will hold. 'Hopefully, things will become a bit clearer over the next few weeks,' he said. 'As everyone knows, there's not really a lot myself and the current board can do about the situation right now. It is the shareholders above us who hold all the cards. 'I really don't know what is going to happen over the summer. 'I know the fans have raised a lot of money with the 'Rovers Return' fundraiser and that will certainly ensure we don't have no players whatsoever for next season. The next two or three weeks, there will be a lot of discussion to be had and we'll see where we get to with that. 'Hopefully it can be positive, but I really don't know at the moment.' Asked if he wanted to stay on, he added:'It will depend on if there are any changes at the club. The way things are right now, I really enjoy working with the players and the board are as supportive with me as they can be. 'The stuff in the background is hanging over everybody, so that has to be clarified. 'Everybody is out of contract now, which isn't unusual for a club like ours. The players know exactly where the club are and we are trying to work out what the future holds.' An early goal from Lewis Dobbie gave the Hoops all three points on the day. Clark said: 'The game was very close, but I was really disappointed in the goal we conceded. 'In the first half we didn't have much of a goal threat, but I honestly don't think we deserved to lose the game. A draw would have been a fair result. 'It didn't affect our league placing in the end and where we've ended up is where we deserve to be, in terms of how well we've done, the budget we had and the uncertainty surrounding the club. 'It has not been the worst season but there is always room for improvement.'
