EAST JUNIOR B HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP
21-July-2001
Knockane Vs. Ahane in Cappamore at 7.30pm
Knockane 0-6, Ahane 1-6
We were defeated by Ahane in the Junior B hurling championship last Saturday night in Cappamore on the scoreline: Knockane 0-6, Ahane 1-6. It was a hugely disappointing loss as we had high hopes of progressing further in the competition, but despite our best efforts, it was Ahane who emerged the stronger at the finish. The opening quarter was evenly contested until Ahane struck first with a goal. Knockane battled back with fine points from James O'Connor, Fergal Grace and two from captain Anthony O'Grady to leave the sides level 0-4 to 1-1 at the break.
The second half saw Ahane forge ahead with a number of pointed frees, it was not until the last quarter that Knockane came back into the game. Anthony O'Grady and Diarmuid Grace had late points, but although we had goal chances we couldn't claw back the lead.
There were many good performances on the night, but recent disruption to training and lack of scoring power cost us dearly. Despite the loss, we played with great passion and pride, and we have made huge strides again this year in the hurling code, having beaten many stronger sides in recent challenges. The immense effort of Manager John Franklin and his selectors Paschal O' Connell and Mike O' Grady deserve special mention for the time and dedication they have given to the team this year.
Team: Mike Browne, Willie O'Connor, Brendan Collins, Donal Grace, Denis O' Sullivan, Peter Commons, Lance Carroll, Jim Franklin, Diarmuid Grace (0-1), Con O' Dwyer, James O' Connor (0-1), Fergal Grace (0-1), Anthony O' Grady (0-3), Liam Butler, Matt Hanley. Subs: Niall Ryan for C. O' Dwyer, Roger Butler for Liam Butler, Michael O' Connell, John Quinn, Conor O' Dwyer.
EAST JUNIOR B FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
18-August-2001
Knockane Vs. Pallasgreen in Pallasgreen at 7.15pm
Knockane 0-6, Pallasgreen 0-4
We defeated Pallasgreen in the Junior B football championship last Saturday night in Pallasgreen on the scoreline: Knockane 0-6, Pallasgreen 0-4. Played in wet conditions, we began brightly and led at half-time due to the accuracy of free-taker Mike Browne. We made limited use of our possession in the forward line after the interval, and had to rely on late scores from J. Quinn and D. Fitzgerald to ensure our entry into the semi-final.
Team: Fergal Grace, Matt Hanley, Peter Commons, Brendan Collins, Denis O' Sullivan, Diarmuid Grace, Jim Franklin, James O' Connor (0-1), Lance Carroll, Anthony O' Grady, Niall Ryan, Mike Browne (0-3), John Quinn (0-1), Noel Ryan, Patrick Hennessy. Subs: Denis Fitzgerald (0-1) for N. Ryan, Liam Butler for P. Hennessy, Roger Butler, Willie O'Connor, Andrew Moloney, Conor O'Dwyer, Con O'Dwyer.
EAST JUNIOR B FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
26-August-2001
Knockane Vs. Kilteely\Dromkeen in Doon at 6.30pm
Knockane 0-10, Kilteely\Dromkeen 0-10
In the Junior B football semi-final played in Doon on Sunday evening, we played out an exciting draw with Kilteely on the scoreline: Knockane 0-10, Kilteely\Dromkeen 0-10.
A bright opening quarter, saw us gain the lead with opening points from Mike Browne and Patrick Hennessy. We dominated the half and further points from Anthony O Grady, and the in form James O'Connor gave us the advantage 0-6 to 0-3 at the interval.
Kilteely came back into the game for a period in the second half and forged ahead nearing the final whistle. A short free played to Mike Browne gave us a deserved draw on the night, but we were left to rue a large number of missed chances. The replay is fixed for this Thursday night in Doon at 7.00pm.
Team: Fergal Grace, Matt Hanley, Peter Commons, Brendan Collins, Denis O'Sullivan, Diarmuid Grace, Jim Franklin, Lance Carroll, James O'Connor(0-1), Anthony O'Grady(0-1), Niall Ryan, Mike Browne(0-5), Patrick Hennessy(0-3), Noel Ryan, John Quinn. Subs; Denis Fitzgerald for Noel Ryan, Con O'Dwyer, Liam Butler, Roger Butler, Conor O'Dwyer, Willie O'Connor.
A very successful sports day was held last Sunday in Knockane organised by the GAA Club. The club is currently organising a "Who wants to be a Thousandaire?" fund raising event on Sept 21st. Anyone who wishes to provide sponsorship or buy tickets for the event can contact any club members for more details.
EAST JUNIOR B FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
30-August-2001 *REPLAY
Knockane Vs. Kilteely\Dromkeen in Doon at 7.00pm
Knockane 0-8, Kilteely\Dromkeen 1-3
In the Junior B football semi-final played in Cappamore on Thursday evening, we defeated Kilteely on the scoreline: Knockane 0-8, Kilteely\Dromkeen 1-3.
Team: Fergal Grace, Matt Hanley, Peter Commons, Brendan Collins, Denis O'Sullivan, Diarmuid Grace, Jim Franklin (0-1), Lance Carroll, James O'Connor(0-1), Patrick Hennessy, Niall Ryan, Mike Browne(0-4), Anthony O' Grady(0-1), Roger Butler, Noel Ryan(0-1). Subs; Liam Butler for Roger Butler, Patrick Halvey for Brendan Collins, Con O'Dwyer, John Quinn.
EAST JUNIOR B FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL
09-Sept-2001
Knockane Vs. Murroe\Boher in Kilteely at 12.30pm
Knockane 1-10, Murroe\Boher 2-10
We contested the east Junior B football final on Sunday in Kilteely, and after a thrilling hour of football we were unlucky to go down on the scoreline: Knockane 1-10, Murroe\Boher 2-10.
We began the match in fine form, kicking the opening scores through Anthony O'Grady, free-taker Mike Browne and Denis Fitzgerald. Murroe hauled back the lead, and the sides were tied at half-time 0-5 to 0-5.
After the break, we led entering the final quarter. Murroe hit back with a goal to leave the outcome in the balance. Substitute Liam Butler replied with a goal and Anthony O'Grady hit the equaliser with time running out to send the large Knockane following into raptures.
A late Murroe\Boher goal, following a mistake by the last line of defence, handed them the title. A last gasp attack on goal yielded a point through Lance Carroll, but it proved too little, too late for this fine young team. It was a disappointing result, but the quality of football played was some consolation to the selectors: Pat Cronin, Mike O'Grady and Michael O'Connell. Despite the hard work put in throughout the year, we again failed to make the breakthrough, but we still have the county stages to look forward to in the next few weeks.
Team: Fergal Grace, Matt Hanley, Peter Commons, Brendan Collins, Denis O'Sullivan, Diarmuid Grace, Jim Franklin, Lance Carroll(0-1), James O'Connor, Patrick Hennessy, Niall Ryan, Mike Browne(0-6), Anthony O' Grady(0-2), Denis Fitzgerald(0-1), John Quinn. Subs; Liam Butler(1-0) for John Quinn, Con O'Dwyer for Denis Fitzgerald, Patrick Halvey for Brendan Collins, Roger Butler, Donal Grace, Andrew Moloney, Conor O'Dwyer, Bryan Boland.
Knockane GAA CLub will hold a "Who Wants to be a Thousandaire?" event in The Golden Thatch, Emly on Fri. 21st Sept. Tickets are still available from any club member.
JUNIOR B FOOTBALL COUNTY QUARTER FINAL
13-Oct-2001
Knockane Vs. Bruff in Hospital at 5.00pm
Knockane 1-5, Bruff 2-7
We met Bruff in the Junior B football County Quarter Final match in Hospital, and after an exciting match were defeated on the scoreline: Knockane 1-5, Bruff 2-7. We began brightly, with free-taker Mike Browne in good form, and Niall Ryan kicking some great points from play, however we trailed 0-4 to 0-5, at the break.
After the interval, Bruff got back on top, and a disputed penalty gave them the lead. They tacked on futther points to edge in front. Substitute Patrick Hennessy got a goal and Anthony O'Grafdy went very close when hitting the post with a well struck shot. Knockane battled to the end, with a goal from Bruff with the last kick of the game giving them a flattering scoreline.
Team: Fergal Grace, Matt Hanley, Peter Commons, Brendan Collins, Denis O'Sullivan, Diarmuid Grace, Jim Franklin, Lance Carroll, James O'Connor, Donal Grace, Niall Ryan (0-2), Mike Browne(0-3), Anthony O' Grady, Noel Ryan, John Quinn. Subs; Patrick Hennessy, Patrick Halvey, Denis Fitzgerald.
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