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Irish Independent
2 days 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
3 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.
The Irish Sun
01-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Criminals failed to carry out 1.1million hours of community work over six months
CRIMINALS failed to carry out 1.1million hours of community work over six months, figures show. The Government is urging courts to use 2 The Government is urging courts to use non-custodial punishment instead of jail due to overcrowding But the latest probation service data obtained under freedom of information laws shows that from January 1 to June 30 last year, 1,113,310 hours' unpaid work was not carried out in England and Wales. Community orders ranging from 40 to 300 hours are normally given for offences such as theft, assaults and criminal damage but are often imposed on top of The unpaid work can include removing graffiti and helping charities. Ex-Met detective chief inspector Mick Neville said: 'We are told that rather than sending villains to jail, they'll be punished by working in the community. read more on crime 'But thousands of offenders aren't doing what they've been ordered to do. "Criminals are laughing at the justice system.' The Ministry of Justice said work may not have been done due to court orders expiring or being revoked and offenders being deported, taken into custody or dying. Meanwhile, London's Met Police revealed there were 4,527 breaches by offenders on electronic tags over the same six months — yet only 1,054 resulted in an arrest. Most read in The Sun Mr Neville said: 'It's unacceptable that just 23 per cent of tag breaches resulted in police action. "This just tells criminals that they can get away with breaking curfews or entering areas excluded to them.' 2 Community orders are normally given for offences such as theft, assaults and criminal damage Credit: Getty JAIL DRUGS CRISIS Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club. Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
