Wet and miserable it may have been,
but as the final whistle blew last Saturday in Clontarf there was a distinct
feeling of warmth and joviality swept amongst out faithful support as our
latest victory took us to the top of the AIB league. Few, even amongst ourselves would have predicted four wins from our opening
four games in the first phase of the league against tough opposition. It’s a
just reward for the lads for their work ethic and commitment from the start of
the season, but again it’s worth reiterating that there’s a long, long way to
go in the league. Despite the 23-16 scoreline, we did in fact win the game a
bit more comfortably than that score would suggest. Three tries could easily
have been more, but given the conditions and the fact that we would have taken
a one point victory prior to the game, it was a fantastic result. Frankie was
in rousing form as he blasted out the Isle in the post match dressing room.
Another very pleasing aspect to the day was the wonderful support that
travelled as well as our numerous
For our U/20’s it was a case of a big
effort un rewarded when Young Munster inflicted our
first defeat in the AIL last Saturday. The country wide weather conditions made
it a difficult day for both teams. 9-6 was the final score in a game that
yielded no tries. Playing against the strong wind in the first half we went
into the break 6-3 in arrears, but soon after the resumption we made it level.
The strong wind that was so influential in the first half seemed to die down considerably
and Young Munster were holding their line well. Another Young Munster
successful penalty could not be matched and defeat was our lot, however we
still remain leaders of the league and I wouldn’t bet against an opportunity to
avenge this defeat before the seasons over. The lads will no doubt pick
themselves up fro this Saturday’s trip to Athlone to
play Buccaneers.
In our only other adult fixture, our 2nds
are scheduled to travel to play Cork Constitution on Sunday.
At Underage, the U/18’s play St Mary’s in
Coonagh at 11.30.
A reminder to our members that an EGM has
been called for Thursday , 29th November in the Woodfield
House Hotel to discuss the proposed redevelopment of our clubhouse in Thomond
Park.
Finally, our finance committee headed by
Ex Offico John Leahy are in the process of re
launching the Club Lotto. This will hopefully be a good source of revenue and
we urge all our members, supporters and players to get involved. In an effort to simplify matters we would
hope to use a direct debit system allied to the more traditional ticket sales
in order to maximise the potential of the lotto. If anyone is in a position to
help us out in selling tickets feel free to contact me on 087 2717163. Keep an eye out in the next few weeks for
ticket sellers.
Andrew Mc Namara
087 2717163
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