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I assume he set it out in that format to prevent spamming etc which was a bit of a waste given that you've now typed it out in its proper format. You had little to be at.

Darn, you've ruined it.
Although that must be why those burglars in Home Alone the first film never managed to break in.

Blessed the blue shirts in Dun Laoghaire - C Moore of Kildare.

'Even the Olives were bleeding' - See the 'On The Buses' thread.

Wrong time of knight to ask this as you'll be accused of being a pawn and end up rookied.

Another so called Ulster team got a complete tanking yesterday and they were at home they would have you to believe in Ulster in Clones so they can't use the 'we had to travel excuse and it cost us 2 points in the average game' that would make it 2-18 to 0-15. Even now teams within Ulster are mediocre-ing teams that are marginally mindset-wise possibly in Ulster. Well done to Donegal for being the first team ever in the history of the whole Ulster Senior Football Championship ever to win the Ulster Championship since the last team who won the Ulster Championship having played and obviously won in the Preliminary Round. It has never been done since until now. Incredible and unbelievable stuff.

[countrymen]

Stand 100% by my statement that it's thousand times better with your own countrymen.

Ach now, nobody would be saying that Seán Óg wasn't a Cork man.

Sandwiches just won't last as DrinkingHarp points out.

Less than 0.05 Gy: No visible symptoms.

0.05-0.5 Gy: Temporarily decreased red blood cell count.

0.5-1 Gy: Decreased production of immunity cells; susceptible to infections; nausea, headache, and vomiting may be common. This amount of radiation is usually survivable without any medical treatment-

1.5-3 Gy: 35% percent of exposed die within 30 days. (LD 35/30) Nausea, vomiting, and loss of hair all over the body.

3-4 Gy: Severe radiation poisoning, 50% fatality after 30 days (LD 50/30). Other symptoms are similar to the 2–3 Sv dose, with uncontrollable bleeding in the mouth, under the skin and in the kidneys (50% probability at 4 Sv) after the latent phase.

4-6 Gy: Acute radiation poisoning, 60% fatality after 30 days (LD 60/30). Fatality increases from 60% at 4.5 Sv to 90% at 6 Sv (unless there is intense medical care). Symptoms start half an hour to two hours after irradiation and last for up to 2 days. After that, there is a 7 to 14 day latent phase, after which generally the same symptoms appear as with 3-4 Sv irradiation, with increased intensity. Female sterility is common at this point. Convalescence takes several months to a year. The primary causes of death (in general 2 to 12 weeks after irradiation) are infections and internal bleeding.

6-10 Gy: Acute radiation poisoning, near 100% fatality after 14 days (LD 100/14). Survival depends on intense medical care. Bone marrow is nearly or completely destroyed, so a bone marrow transplant is required. Gastric and intestinal tissue are severely damaged. Symptoms start 15 to 30 minutes after irradiation and last for up to 2 days. Subsequently, there is a 5 to 10 day latent phase, after which the person dies of infection or internal bleeding. Recovery would take several years and probably never complete. Devair Alves Ferreira received a dose of approximately 7.0 Sv during the Goiânia accident and survived, partially due to his fractionated exposure.

12-20 REM: Death is 100% at this stage; symptoms appear immediately. The gastrointestinal system is completely destroyed. Uncontrollable bleeding from the mouth, under the skin and the kidneys occurs. Fatigue and general illness takes its toll. Symptoms are the same as before with increased intensity. Recovery not possible.

More than 20 REM. The same symptoms set in instantly, with increased intensity, then cease for several days in the "walking ghost" phase. Suddenly, gastrointestinal cells are destroyed, with a loss of water and excessive bleeding. Death begins with delirium and insanity. When the brain can't control bodily functions like breathing or blood-circulation, one dies. No medical therapy can reverse this; medical help is for comfort only.

(The following advice being given would be hard to follow but maybe the person would not feel like eating)
Unfortunately, you have to accept that a person may soon die. Though harsh, don't waste rations or supplies on those dying of radiation sickness. Keep rations for the fit and healthy, should supplies be in demand. Radiation sickness is prevalent among the very young, the old or sick.

Why would you even post this?

you missed these sandwiches that we sold last year

shelf life of over a year? hhhmmmmm

Today, millions of Americans say that they believe that the United States is on the verge of a major economic collapse and will soon be entering another Great Depression.  But only a small percentage of those same people are prepared for that to happen.  The sad truth is that the vast majority of Americans would last little more than a month on what they have stored up in their homes.  Most of us are so used to running out to the supermarket or to Wal-Mart for whatever we need that we never even stop to consider what would happen if suddenly we were not able to do that.  Already the U.S. economy is starting to stumble about like a drunken frat boy.  All it would take for the entire U.S. to resemble New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina would be for a major war, a terror attack, a deadly pandemic or a massive natural disaster to strike at just the right time and push the teetering U.S. economy over the edge.  So just how would you survive if you suddenly could not rely on the huge international corporate giants to feed, clothe and supply you and your family?  Do you have a plan?

Unless you already live in a cave or you are a complete and total mindless follower of the establishment media, you should be able to see very clearly that our society is more vulnerable now than it ever has been.  This year there have been an unprecedented number of large earthquakes around the world and volcanoes all over the globe are awakening.  You can just take a look at what has happened in Haiti and in Iceland to see how devastating a natural disaster can be.  Not only that, but we have a world that is full of lunatics in positions of power, and if one of them decides to set off a nuclear, chemical or biological weapon in a major city it could paralyze an entire region.  War could erupt in the Middle East at literally any moment, and if it does the price of oil will double or triple (at least) and there is the possibility that much of the entire world could be drawn into the conflict.  Scientists tell us that a massive high-altitude EMP (electromagnetic pulse) blast could send large portions of the United States back to the stone age in an instant.  In addition, there is the constant threat that the outbreak of a major viral pandemic (such as what happened with the 1918 Spanish Flu) could kill tens of millions of people around the globe and paralyze the economies of the world.

But even without all of that, the truth is that the U.S. economy is going to collapse.  So just think of what will happen if one (or more) of those things does happen on top of all the economic problems that we are having.

Are you prepared? 

The following is a list of 20 things you and your family will need to survive when the economy totally collapses and the next Great Depression begins....

#1) Storable Food

Food is going to instantly become one of the most valuable commodities in existence in the event of an economic collapse.  If you do not have food you are not going to survive.  Most American families could not last much longer than a month on what they have in their house right now.  So what about you?  If disaster struck right now, how long could you survive on what you have?  The truth is that we all need to start storing up food.  If you and your family run out of food, you will suddenly find yourselves competing with the hordes of hungry people who are looting the stores and roaming the streets looking for something to eat.

Of course you can grow your own food, but that is going to take time.  So you need to have enough food stored up until the food that you plant has time to grow.  But if you have not stored up any seeds you might as well forget it.  When the economy totally collapses, the remaining seeds will disappear very quickly.  So if you think that you are going to need seeds, now is the time to get them.

#2) Clean Water

Most people can survive for a number of weeks without food, but without water you will die in just a few days.  So where would you get water if the water suddenly stopped flowing out of your taps?  Do you have a plan?  Is there an abundant supply of clean water near your home? Would you be able to boil water if you need to?

Besides storing water and figuring out how you are going to gather water if society breaks down, another thing to consider is water purification tablets.  The water you are able to gather during a time of crisis may not be suitable for drinking.  So you may find that water purification tablets come in very, very handy.

#3) Shelter

You can't sleep on the streets, can you?  Well, some people will be able to get by living on the streets, but the vast majority of us will need some form of shelter to survive for long.  So what would you do if you and your family lost your home or suddenly were forced from your home?  Where would you go?

The best thing to do is to come up with several plans.  Do you have relatives that you can bunk with in case of emergency?  Do you own a tent and sleeping bags if you had to rough it?  If one day everything hits the fan and you and your family have to "bug out" somewhere, where would that be?  You need to have a plan.

#4) Warm Clothing

If you plan to survive for long in a nightmare economic situation, you are probably going to need some warm, functional clothing.  If you live in a cold climate, this is going to mean storing up plenty of blankets and cold weather clothes.  If you live in an area where it rains a lot, you will need to be sure to store up some rain gear.  If you think you may have to survive outdoors in an emergency situation, make sure that you and your family have something warm to put on your heads.  Someday after the economy has collapsed and people are scrambling to survive, a lot of folks are going to end up freezing to death.  In fact, in the coldest areas it is actually possible to freeze to death in your own home.  Don't let that happen to you.

#5) An Axe

Staying along the theme of staying warm, you may want to consider investing in a good axe.  In the event of a major emergency, gathering firewood will be a priority.  Without a good tool to cut the wood with that will be much more difficult.

#6) Lighters Or Matches

You will also want something to start a fire with.  If you can start a fire, you can cook food, you can boil water and you can stay warm.  So in a true emergency situation, how do you plan to start a fire?  By rubbing sticks together?  Now is the time to put away a supply of lighters or matches so that you will be prepared when you really need them.

In addition, you may want to consider storing up a good supply of candles.  Candles come in quite handy whenever the electricity goes out, and in the event of a long-term economic nightmare we will all see why our forefathers relied on candles so much.

#7) Hiking Boots Or Comfortable Shoes

When you ask most people to list things necessary for survival, this is not the first or the second thing that comes to mind.  But having hiking boots or very comfortable and functional shoes will be absolutely critical.  You may very well find yourself in a situation where you and your family must walk everywhere you want to go.  So how far do you think you will get in high heels?  You will want footwear that you would feel comfortable walking in for hours if necessary.  You will also want footwear that will last a long time, because when the economy truly collapses you may not be able to run out to the shoe store and get what you need at that point.

#8) A Flashlight And/Or Lantern

When the power goes off in your home, what is the first thing that you grab?  Just think about it.  A flashlight or a lantern of course.  In a major emergency, a flashlight or a lantern is going to be a necessity - especially if you need to go anywhere at night.

Solar powered or "crank style" flashlights or lanterns will probably be best during a long-term emergency.  If you have battery-powered units you will want to begin storing up lots and lots of batteries.   

#9) A Radio

If a major crisis does hit the United States, what will you and your family want?  Among other things, you will all want to know what in the world is going on.  A radio can be an invaluable tool for keeping up with the news.

Once again, solar powered or "crank style" radios will probably work best for the long term.  A battery-powered until would work as well - but only for as long as your batteries are able to last.

#10) Communication Equipment

When things really hit the fan you are going to want to communicate with your family and friends.  You will also want to be able to contact an ambulance or law enforcement if necessary.  Having an emergency cell phone is great, but it may or may not work during a time of crisis.  The Internet also may or may not be available.  Be sure to have a plan (whether it be high-tech or low-tech) for staying in communication with others during a major emergency.

#11) A Swiss Army Knife

If you have ever owned a Swiss Army knife you probably already know how incredibly handy they can be.  It can be a very valuable and versatile tool.  In a true survival situation, a Swiss Army knife can literally do dozens of different things for you.  Make sure that you have at least one stored up for emergencies.

#12) Personal Hygiene Items

While these may not be absolute "essentials", the truth is that life will get very unpleasant very quickly without them.  For example, what would you do without toilet paper?  Just think about it.  Imagine that you just finished your last roll of toilet paper and now you can't get any more.  What would you do?

The truth is that soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, toilet paper and other hygiene products are things that we completely take for granted in society today.  So what would happen if we could not go out and buy them any longer?

#13) A First Aid Kit And Other Medical Supplies

One  a more serious note, you may not be able to access a hospital or a doctor during a major crisis.  In your survival supplies, be absolutely certain that you have a good first aid kit and any other medical supplies that you think you may need.

#14) Extra Gasoline

There may come a day when gasoline is rationed or is simply not available at all.  If that happens, how will you get around?  Be certain to have some extra gasoline stored away just in case you find yourself really needing to get somewhere someday.

#15) A Sewing Kit

If you were not able to run out and buy new clothes for you and your family, what would you do?  Well, you would want to repair the clothes that you have and make them last as long as possible.  Without a good sewing kit that will be very difficult to do.

#16) Self-Defense Equipment

Whether it is pepper spray to fend off wild animals or something more "robust" to fend off wild humans, millions of Americans will one day be thankful that they have something to defend themselves with.

#17) A Compass

In the event of a major emergency, you and your family may find yourselves having to be on the move.  If you are in a wilderness area, it will be very hard to tell what direction you are heading without a compass.  It is always a good idea to have at least one compass stored up.

#18) A Hiking Backpack

If you and your family suddenly have to "bug out", what will you carry all of your survival supplies in?  Having a good hiking backpack or "survival bag" for everyone in your family is extremely important.  If something happened in the city where you live and you suddenly had to "go", what would you put your most important stuff in?  How would you carry it all if you had to travel by foot?  These are very important things to think about.

#19) A Community

During a long-term crisis, it is those who are willing to work together that will have the best chance of making it.  Whether it is your family, your friends, a church or a local group of people that you know, make sure that you have some people that you can rely on and work together with in the event that everything hits the fan.  Loners are going to have a really hard time of surviving for long.

#20) A Backup Plan

Lastly, it is always, always, always important to have a backup plan for everything.

If someone comes in and steals all the food that you have stored up, what are you going to do?

If travel is restricted and your can't get to your "bug out" location immediately do you have a Plan B?

If you have built your house into an impregnable survival fortress but circumstances force you to leave do you have an alternate plan?

The truth is that crisis situations rarely unfold just as we envision.  It is important to be flexible and to be ready with backup plans when disaster strikes.

You don't want to end up like the folks in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina.  You don't want to have to rely on the government to take care of you if something really bad happens.

Right now the U.S. strategic grain reserve contains only enough wheat to make half a loaf of bread for each of the approximately 300 million people in the United States.

How long do you think that is going to last?

Now is the time to get ready.

Now is the time to prepare.

The United States economy is going to collapse and incredibly hard times are coming.

Will you be able to survive when it happens?

A lot of people on this Board are not going to grow old.
No Euro.
A piece of paper dollar.
Quantitative eased Sterling to no savings/pension - just survival.
A big big war.
Sad really.

by Tyler Durden



The pieces and policies for potential conflict in the Persian Gulf are seemingly drawing inexorably together.

Since 24 December the Iranian Navy has been holding its ten-day Velayat 90 naval exercises, covering an area in the Arabian Sea stretching from east of the Strait of Hormuz entrance to the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Aden. The day the maneuvers opened Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari told a press conference that the exercises were intended to show "Iran's military prowess and defense capabilities in international waters, convey a message of peace and friendship to regional countries, and test the newest military equipment." The exercise is Iran's first naval training drill since May 2010, when the country held its Velayat 89 naval maneuvers in the same area. Velayat 90 is the largest naval exercise the country has ever held.

The participating Iranian forces have been divided into two groups, blue and orange, with the blue group representing Iranian forces and orange the enemy. Velayat 90 is involving the full panoply of Iranian naval force, with destroyers, missile boats, logistical support ships, hovercraft, aircraft, drones and advanced coastal missiles and torpedoes all being deployed. Tactics include mine-laying exercises and preparations for chemical attack. Iranian naval commandos, marines and divers are also participating.

The exercises have put Iranian warships in close proximity to vessels of the United States Fifth Fleet, based in Bahrain, which patrols some of the same waters, including the Strait of Hormuz, a 21 mile-wide waterway at its narrowest point. Roughly 40 percent of the world's oil tanker shipments transit the strait daily, carrying 15.5 million barrels of Saudi, Iraqi, Iranian, Kuwaiti, Bahraini, Qatari and United Arab Emirates crude oil, leading the United States Energy Information Administration to label the Strait of Hormuz "the world's most important oil chokepoint."

In light of Iran's recent capture of an advanced CIA RQ-170 Sentinel drone earlier this month, Iranian Navy Rear Admiral Seyed Mahmoud Moussavi noted that the Iranian Velayat 90 forces also conducted electronic warfare tests, using modern Iranian-made electronic jamming equipment to disrupt enemy radar and contact systems. Further tweaking Uncle Sam's nose, Moussavi added that Iranian Navy drones involved in Velayat 90 conducted successful patrolling and surveillance operations.

Thousands of miles to the west, adding oil to the fire, President Obama is preparing to sign legislation that, if fully enforced, could impose harsh penalties on all customers for Iranian oil, with the explicit aim of severely impeding Iran's ability to sell it.

How serious are the Iranians about the proposed sanctions and possible attack over its civilian nuclear program and what can they deploy if push comes to shove? According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies' The Military Balance 2011, Iran has 23 submarines, 100+ "coastal and combat" patrol craft, 5 mine warfare and anti-mine craft, 13 amphibious landing vessels and 26 "logistics and support" ships. Add to that the fact that Iran has emphasized that it has developed indigenous "asymmetrical warfare" naval doctrines, and it is anything but clear what form Iran's naval response to sanctions or attack could take. The only certainty is that it is unlikely to resemble anything taught at the U.S. Naval Academy.

The proposed Obama administration energy sanctions heighten the risk of confrontation and carry the possibility of immense economic disruption from soaring oil prices, given the unpredictability of the Iranian response. Addressing the possibility of tightened oil sanctions Iran's first vice president Mohammad-Reza Rahimi on 27 December said, "If they impose sanctions on Iran's oil exports, then even one drop of oil cannot flow from the Strait of Hormuz."

Iran has earlier warned that if either the U.S. or Israel attack, it will target 32 American bases in the Middle East and close the Strait of Hormuz. On 28 December Iranian Navy commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari observed, "Closing the Strait of Hormuz for the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran is very easy. It is a capability that has been built from the outset into our naval forces' abilities."

But adding an apparent olive branch Sayyari added, "But today we are not in the Hormuz Strait. We are in the Sea of Oman and we do not need to close the Hormuz Strait. Today we are just dealing with the Sea of Oman. Therefore, we can control it from right here and this is one of our prime abilities for such vital straits and our abilities are far, far more than they think."

There are dim lights at the end of the seemingly darker and darker tunnel. The proposed sanctions legislation allows Obama to waive sanctions if they cause the price of oil to rise or threaten national security.

Furthermore, there is the wild card of Iran's oil customers, the most prominent of which is China, which would hardly be inclined to go along with increased sanctions.

But one thing should be clear in Washington – however odious the U.S. government might find Iran's mullahcracy, it is most unlikely to cave in to either economic or military intimidation that would threaten the nation's existence, and if backed up against the wall with no way out, would just as likely go for broke and use every weapon at its disposal to defend itself. Given their evident cyber abilities in hacking the RQ-170 Sentinel drone and their announcement of an indigenous naval doctrine, a "cakewalk" victory with "mission accomplished" declared within a few short weeks seems anything but assured, particularly as it would extend the military arc of crisis from Iraq through Iran to Afghanistan, a potential shambolic military quagmire beyond Washington's, NATO's and Tel Aviv's resources to quell.

It is worth remembering that chess was played in Sassanid Iran 1,400 years ago, where it was known as "chatrang." What is occurring now off the Persian Gulf is a diplomatic and military game of chess, with global implications.

Washington's concept of squeezing a country's government by interfering with its energy policies has a dolorous history seven decades old.

When Japan invaded Vichy French-ruled southern Indo-China in July 1941 the U.S. demanded Japan withdraw. In addition, on 1 August the U.S., Japan's biggest oil supplier at the time, imposed an oil embargo on the country.

Pearl Harbor occurred less than four months later.

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http://www.independent.ie/national-news/judge-haunted-by-flats-horror-frees-drug-dealers-killer-269175.html


A HIGH Court judge allowed a killer to walk free, after remarking that he has been "haunted by the conditions of the cruelly-named Fatima Mansions" during the trial of Anthony Burke, who stabbed a former amateur boxer to death.
Mr Justice Paul Carney yesterday handed down a five-year-suspended sentence on 35-year-old Burke after a jury found him guilty of the manslaughter of a former All-Ireland boxing champion Joseph Sutcliffe, who suffered from a drug addiction.

Judge Carney said he did "not see any purpose" that would be served imprisoning Burke, of Clancarty Road, Donnycarney, Dublin who had pleaded not guilty to the murder of Mr Sutcliffe (32) in Fatima Mansions, Rialto in the capital's inner city.

The trial, which lasted seven days, heard that the father of three died as a result of blood loss from a single stab wound to the abdomen. The Central Criminal Court jury took just over seven hours to reach its verdict last month by an 11-to-one majority.

Judge Carney said it seemed to him that Burke remains a "decent man . . . who was sucked into something that he wasn't able to cope with". He had not intended to kill anybody.

In addition to the five-year suspended sentence, Burke was bound over to a ?1,000 bond be of good behaviour for five years.

Mother-of-five Ellen Cahill, of Fatima Mansions, was put on probation after she pleaded guilty to impeding Burke's arrest by disposing of the knife used in the stabbing. The court heard that she later brought gardai to where she had disposed of the weapon.

Before sentencing Burke, Judge Carney told the court that testimony given in the case had left him "haunted by the conditions of the cruelly-named Fatima Mansions".

The court heard that, on the night of the stabbing, a large number of people were in the flats complex buying and selling drugs. "Many of these young people died from drug-related conditions in the time it took the case to come to trial," said the judge. They included young women who sold themselves to buy drugs.

Judge Carney said Burke had no previous convictions and spent his life looking after his invalid father.

What sort of authority decided to call them this?

Just finished Paul Merson's book. Jaysus, how he's still alive I don't know. Puts McConville's gambling antics in the shade but I suppose Merson had more money to play about with. The amount of beer and cocaine he was guzzling down was frightening, yet still turning out good performances for Arsenal. There seemed to be a massive drinking culture amongst professional footballers in England in the 90s and it's no wonder they bombed in major tournaments. Some of the stuff they got up to was trampish - crapping in a room-mates pillowcase, crapping over balconies, smashing places up etc. Merson makes no apologies for his behaviour - he was out of control and detached from reality.

Reading that and McConville's book fairly opens up the whole gambling addiction to the wider public. I don't understand it but it's a really dangerous disease.

He is very humourous on Have I Got News For You.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhJxRB3O4fE&feature=player_embedded


Hotel Information

Oyster Manor Hotel
Clarinbridge,
Galway
 



The three star Oyster Manor Hotel is situated in the heart of the famous Oyster village of Clarinbridge in County Galway. Formally a convent, this cosy and welcoming hotel is ideally placed for exploring the beautiful scenery of Connemara, County Clare and the Galway coast. 




Additional Features

The hotel offers 26 modern and well appointed guest rooms, three executive rooms and the luxury Kilcoran Suite. All accommodation is decorated and furnished in calm, restful colours and provides a host of modern guest facilities including private bathroom, colour TV, data port and ironing facilities. Rooms for disabled guests are also provided. The hotel has ample car parking and is surrounded by mature gardens.



Area Description

The Oyster Manor Hotel is situated in the centre of Clarinbridge on the main Limerick road and is just 10 minutes south of Galway City. The hotel is within easy driving distance of the Burren in County Clare and also Bunratty Castle. There are traditional style restaurants and colourful local craft shops nearby.



Dining Facilities

The hotel's award-winning Pearl Restaurant offers fine dining and the Leanach Bar has live music most nights and is popular with both locals and visitors alike.



Local Attractions

Clarinbridge is in the heart of Oyster country and there is no better place in Ireland to sample the local product. The town is also well positioned for anyone wanting to visit the Burren in County Clare. This vast limestone plateau of outstanding natural beauty is unique in Europe. Also on the coast of West Clare are the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. Galway City is perfect for exploring on foot, with its many narrow winding streets. Places to visit in the city include Eyre Square, the Latin Quarter. The beautiful, rugged scenery of Connemara is also within easy reach. Heading in the other direction, visitors can enjoy Bunratty Castle and Folk Park.



Location Description

The Oyster Manor Hotel is located in Clarinbridge, County Galway, Ireland. It is around a 40 minute drive from Shannon Airport. There are bus and train services available in Galway City.


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IRONING BD/TROUSER PRES

Get over yourselves ye pious bloody fools. Brolly has the right attitude. Gaelic games are amatuer sports and he is not advocating that we all become raging drunks. He says its time we grew up and approaced things in an adult way onstead of treating footballers like your class in school. There are times for abstinence and times for going on the lash. That's basically what he is getting at.

Well said.

Rossa Reach Paul McGirr final
21 November 2011

Rossa (Antrim) 1.11 - 0.7
Aodh Ruadh (Donegal)

On a great winter afternoon for football Rossa overcame Aodh Ruadh of Donegal to reach the final of the Paul McGirr Ulster U16 Football Championship. After last weeks' epic draw Rossa made no mistake this time. Rossa played some of their best football in the tournament in the first 23 minutes as they hit Aodh Ruadh for nine unanswered points. The back six were water tight and with Connolly and George causing all sorts of problems up front Rossa had a determined look about them this week. Aodh Ruadh did get two points before the break to leave the half time score 0.9 to 0.2 in Rossa's favour.

Aodh Ruadh came out in the second half with all guns blazing and quickly tagged on a few points and should have scored a goal only to see the shot rebound off the post and then for Moran in the Rossa nets make a great save from the rebound. This seemed to inspire Rossa who then went down field and with some great passing responded with points of their own from Murphy and Boyle. Rossa then had 3 great goal chances however they only managed to convert one from the boot of George who then straight afterwards converted a great 45 which spilt the posts in two. Aodh Ruadh now looked a beaten team and when Donnelly and Connolly added further points for Rossa the game was over as a contest and Rossa eventually ran out comfortable winners by seven.

Rossa owe this victory to their back six who all worked very hard and everyone of them had great games and at no stage did they give the Aodh Ruadh forwards the opportunity to get any easy scores.

Rossa have now played four games in this tournament and lets hope they can give themselves one last push for the final and bring the trophy back to Antrim for the first time.

The final is this Sunday 27th November at 2pm in Dromore against Rostrevor.

O'Donovan Rossa
Domhnall Moran; Stephen Gaskin Padraig Mcgreevy Stephen Gaskin; Niall Devlin, Gerard Walsh, Nathan Early, Aidan Orchin; Callum McVeigh, Sean Smylie; James Connolly (0.4), Chris McComish, Chris Boyle (0.1), Sean Pat Donnelly (0.3), Gareth George (1.2), Deaglan Murphy (0-1).
Substitutes: Sean Emmet Shannon for Deaglan Murphy