Just to mention a few dates coming up that may be of interest.
70s Night in the Club - Saturday 18th November (organised by the Ladies Football Team)
Harps Annual Mass - St Malachys Chapel - Thursday 23rd November 7.30 pm
AGM - Monday 27th November (* Please note that Nomination/Motions Forms are available from the Club - these must be submitted by Friday 24th november at the latest.)
Presentation Night - Saturday 9th December in the Club
Race Day - Fairyhouse - Saturday 10th March :)
Just a reminder to Harps punters here that the Annual Mass in memory of deceased members is in St Malachys tonight at 7.30pm.
Rufus, can you shed any light on the U-21 fixture with the Nab.
Just waiting on the county board????
Quote from: Spiritof98 on November 23, 2006, 11:31:08 AM
Rufus, can you shed any light on the U-21 fixture with the Nab.
Just waiting on the county board????
I would assume Spirit that it might have to take a back seat until the Nab are out of the Ulster Club - and that might come quicker than expected if the noises emanating from Danny Murphy are anything to go by! :o
AGM held in the Club tonight. Crowd was about par for the course over recent years; 45-50. Good though to see a few new younger faces at what would be (I would guess) their first AGM.
James Clifford as Chair kept a tight rein on the schedule and it was over by 10.20pm. :)
Most officers returned unopposed and good to see several new faces on the Committee.
For the record;
Chairman - James Clifford,
Vice Chairman - John Rath
Acting Secretary - Colm O'Hare
Assistant Secretary - Colm O'Hare
Treasurer - Kieran Grimley
Assistant Treasurer - Conor Moore
Youth Officer - Paul McKenna
Registrar - Art McGinn
Committee; Pearse Dynes, Paul Rath, Eugen Fagan, Phil McGinn, Simon Clarke, Malachy Geraghty, Mick McKenna, Paula Powell, Leo Duffy, Gerry Cauldwell, Martin McKenna, Martin Gill and Brenda Gill.
By the way, thanks to Randal for phoning me on the mobile when I was making my report to the meeting! :o
By the way - I don't get out too often - just heard, congratulations to Say Nothin and the wife after their recent addition. Welcome to my world kid! ;) Hope everyone is keeping well!
cheers rufus, had to leave AGM early. babysitting >:(
thanks for the update :-X
I thought randal was standing for chairman ???
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on November 27, 2006, 11:31:46 PM
By the way, thanks to Randal for phoning me on the mobile when I was making my report to the meeting!
Classic!
Quote from: Orior on November 28, 2006, 12:23:24 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on November 27, 2006, 11:31:46 PM
By the way, thanks to Randal for phoning me on the mobile when I was making my report to the meeting!
Classic!
I know Orior - is nothing sacred? ::)
Don't forget two important dates coming up;
Presentation Night - Saturday 9th December in the Club
Race Day - Fairyhouse - Saturday 10th MarchBook your place at the bar early for the presentation night as Pup Clarke says he will have some great stories from the eighties to regale us with! :'(
Conor Moore is taking money now for the Day at the Races - anyone who has paid 25 pounds by the end of this month will be entered into a free draw - a similar draw will take place at the end of December for those with 50 pounds paid and so on up to February and 100 pounds submitted.
I Have £40 paid to a local Publican already, will I get in the free draw, :P
fairs fair All going to the same place.
Message from our esteemed Club registrar
Please note that the Under 21 Championship match against Ballymacnab, this week-end, has been put back to this Sunday morning, 3rd December. The match has an 11.30am throw in at Abbey Park. Please pass the word on.
be interesting to see what shape the boys turn up in!
isnt there a 21st the night before?
party or no party they will be fit to play, just cause theres a party doesnt mean theyll be drinking
WHO ARE U KIDDING!!! THEY AINT THE BUCKFAST BOYS FOR NOTHING
u call urself a harpsman???? ur a joke, bet your one of these arseh0les that do nothing but slag off the players, why dont u get behind them for a change????
The 21st in the camp has been postponed with good cause until sunday night.
Should make for a good game on sunday
Congratulations to two fellow Harps men who were in receipt of awards at the County Dinner last night in the Carrickdale Hotel.
Our esteemed President, Sean Hart Senior, received a Lifetime Achievement award in honour of many years of service to both Club and County and Declan Coulter was named County Senior Hurler of the year. Declan plays his hurling with Armagh Cuchulainns and represented not only Cuchulianns and Armagh, but also Ulster in the Railway Cup and Ireland (against Scotland) in the hurling/shinty. Congratulations to both on these well deserved accolades.
Rufus,
Any other award winners last night?
Quote from: Armagh Exile on December 02, 2006, 09:02:30 PM
Rufus,
Any other award winners last night?
Sorry exile - only know those two - I think Ballymacnab won the Club of the Year award.
Harps v Ballymacnab
Champions Harps made it safely through to the next round of the Under 21 Championship with a hard fought victory over Ballymacnab in difficult conditions at Abbey Park this morning. Thankfully the torrential rain and thunder and lightning that had battered the city an hour and a half before throw in had abated, although a gale force wind blew into the dressing room goals.
Harps played into the gale in the first half and started promisingly, with Joe Quigley pointing a free early on. Ballymacnab though quickly found their feet and with the help of the breeze began to dominate. They could not make this dominance count and had three wides from scoreable frees before they opened their account on ten minutes with a point. Harps were still under the cosh and were thankful for some great defensive play from Ciaran Clifford and Martin McCoy. Harps regained the lead against the run of play when Declan Coulter fielded a kick out and set up Joe Quigley for a point from play. Harps began having more of the play at this stage thanks to excellent play through the middle from the midfield pairing of Simon Lennon and Nippy along with centre half forward Declan Coulter. Nippy was fielding impressively in the middle although the team as a whole was guilty of over elaborating in an attempt to retain possession. Ballymacnab still looked threatening and managed to edge ahead just before half time with consecutive points from frees. The one point lead was of little comfort for the 'nab, as they turned to face the gale – the really telling statistic was their eight first half wides.
Half time, Harps 0-02, Ballymacnab 0-03.
Harps hit the front almost immediately on the restart. A long ball out of defence found full forward Kevin Kelly in space. His first shot was blocked but he managed to gather the rebound and shoot to the net. Charlie Vernon had a point after a great run and this was followed up with points from Darren Ward and a Kevin Kelly fifty. It was all Harps at this stage, although to be fair Ballymacnab defended heroically. Martin McCoy pointed a monstrous effort from beyond the fifty-yard line to give the Harps a six point lead. Ballymacnab refused to buckle and began to get the ball forward more often, and had the next two points (one a free). They kept pressing and Harps were indebted to a brilliant John Daly save. Harps made the most of this let off and Declan Coulter put Charlie Vernon through the middle for a great goal. This score seemed to rattle the 'nab and three points followed from Joe Quigley, Kevin Kelly (a free) and Simon Lennon. Ballymacnab keeper Sean Hughes, playing against his old team mates, made a great save from Charlie Vernon. Ballymacnab to their credit kept going to the end, and finished the scoring late on with a goal and a point. Unfortunately for them, it was too little too late.
Final score, Harps 2-09, Ballymacnab 1-06.
After a long time waiting, Harps will have been glad to get their campaign started. Harps made the game difficult for themselves throughout, although they were deserving of their victory. Best for the Harps were Declan Coulter, Nippy Swift, Simon Lennon, Ciaran Clifford and Martin McCoy. The Harps fielded as follows, John Daly, Karl Grimes, Ciaran Clifford, Fergus McAleavey, Martin McCoy 0-1, Charlie Vernon 1-1, Smackers McAnaney, Simon Lennon 0-1, Nippy Swift, Joe Quigley 0-3 (0-1 free), Declan Coulter, Cormac Toner, Darren Ward 0-1, Kevin Kelly 1-2 (0-1 '50', 0-1 free) and Liam Devlin. Substitutes used were Conal O'Hara and Mark McConville.
I would have dumbed down that report for orchardcounty rufus. :-\
Quote from: pintsofguinness on December 03, 2006, 11:05:03 PM
I would have dumbed down that report for orchardcounty rufus. :-\
:D :D :D
Nice one my friend - there's a few 'interesting' contributors there alright! ;)
Jeez, that is one site that has gone to the dogs-big time.
It wasnt too bad about a year ago but it is terrible now, some of the comments are unreal
Did Peadar Toal not line out for the Harps?
Rufus dont know how you can mention who played well and leave out Vernon :o MOTM by a longshot, some other fine performances, young McCoy looks a great prospect.
It's a pity we've lost 4 lads to Oz and Peadar not playing is going to make it very hard to retain our title.
Benny - who are the 4 guys in Oz who would have been eligible?
Will Coulter be an U-21 footballer this year, or will the hurling be his first priority?
Quote from: Imposerous on December 04, 2006, 12:55:45 PM
Will Coulter be an U-21 footballer this year, or will the hurling be his first priority?
Why would he give up the football when so far this year he's been able to fit in both codes?
Ben - I would have thought that the committment county managers now require would have taken the choice to play both codes out of Coulter's hands and that he'd have to concentrate on one, especially as Armagh hurling is stepping up to senior.
As well as that, Coulter has been well decorated for his hurling exploits and may feel that playing both codes at the level he is may come at the detriment to one. In this instance, would hurling be he preference? Are these unreasonable suggestions?
I didn't say they were unreasonable, for as long as I've known Decy, I actually think he was born with a hurl in his hands but it has only been in this past few years that his footballing ability has been mentioned. As for the county management taking the choice out of his hands I don't know about that sure Paul McCormick gets plenty of leeway with regards his footballing interests.
Quote from: Imposerous on December 04, 2006, 12:55:45 PM
Benny - who are the 4 guys in Oz who would have been eligible?
Will Coulter be an U-21 footballer this year, or will the hurling be his first priority?
Bambi jr, Kyle McGuigan, Johhny Killen and Sean Morrison. Coulter played CHF yesterday, good game as well, don't know if he's in the reckoning for County U21 football.
Ben - I just don't want to see someone lost to football who has a genuine chance of contributing to what could be a very good county U-21 side. I know quite a few of the South Armagh lads and we could have the makings of a good U-21 side this year. By all accounts he appears to be a natural athlete.
As you seem to know Coulter, it would appear that hurling is his first love, but would you say that he would forgo the football should such a decision have to be made. I don't know if that is that hypothetical a question because, while you offer the Paul McCormack case as evidence, he was rarely a starter on the football team. And it could be a suggested that the hurling management were happy to have him attend football to supplement his fitness training, whereas Coulter could likely be getting regular football with the U-21s and the risk of injury may lead to management intervention. Unlikely, perhaps.
Are Swift and Toal eligible for county U-21s this year?
Members of the U-21 managements are well aware of Coulters ability and I'm well informed that his services are to be required. As the U21 is run at the start of the season there is no reason why Decky can't contribute to this team. However, the team that will suffer will be the Harps, the Armagh Hurling team Won Division 3 last year and got to the NR cup SF, thus restricting Coulters turn outs for the Harps. This commitment is to be enhanced this year with the senior hurling squad inclusion in the Ulster Senior C'ship.
Well done to the U-21s on Sunday in terrible conditions, (1st time i've seen a shot from the 21y line land beyond the fifty). Ironically this is the squad that won the ulster minor, but are not as strong as last year, but its still there for the taking.
Quote from: Imposerous on December 04, 2006, 03:54:53 PM
As you seem to know Coulter, it would appear that hurling is his first love, but would you say that he would forgo the football should such a decision have to be made. I don't know if that is that hypothetical a question because, while you offer the Paul McCormack case as evidence, he was rarely a starter on the football team. And it could be a suggested that the hurling management were happy to have him attend football to supplement his fitness training, whereas Coulter could likely be getting regular football with the U-21s and the risk of injury may lead to management intervention. Unlikely, perhaps.
I don't think I'm at liberty to say whether or not Decky would forgo the football (but if he does get a call up to the County U-21s we'll soon find out) but I think all the teams involved should try and come to some sort of reasonable compromise if and when this situation arises.
I agree with Spirit that the Harps will be the only team not to be benefit!
QuoteBy the way, thanks to Randal for phoning me on the mobile when I was making my report to the meeting!
No problem Rufus!
Agree with Benny about the fella's we're missing, but there's nothing we can do about that and all credit must go to the boys who played on Sunday,
Congrats to Declan Coulter and Sean Hart on their awards. :)
What time is the game on Sunday.
Anyword on how good this whitecross team is.
u 21s have the potential to retain the cup and i wish them all the best.Great to see Patsy Nugent getting hall of fame award.Atrue gentleman who gave a hell of a lot of his time to get the harps were they are today.It was men like patsy who kept the harps going in the bad days,and who shared in the good times. ;D
Quote from: rootthemout on December 09, 2006, 06:36:21 PM
u 21s have the potential to retain the cup and i wish them all the best.Great to see Patsy Nugent getting hall of fame award.Atrue gentleman who gave a hell of a lot of his time to get the harps were they are today.It was men like patsy who kept the harps going in the bad days,and who shared in the good times. ;D
Agree one hundred percent with that - congratulations to Patsy.
Now time to take my leave of you - as young Oates once said (I think ::)), I'm going out and I may be gone some time!! ;)
Harps v Whitecross
Harps recorded another victory in the Armagh Under 21 Championship when they were full value for a six point victory at the South Armagh venue. Harps started with the same fifteen that started last week against Ballymacnab – the only positional change being the swapping of wings by half backs Martin McCoy and Smackers McAnaney.
Harps played into the wind in the first half and soon opened the scoring with a Declan Coulter point after Darren Ward had knocked the ball down to him. Whitecross though began to apply pressure, though they were denied by some good defensive work, with Karl Grimes featuring prominently. They soon had their equaliser – a point from a long range free and quickly took the lead with another long range point, this time from play. Simon Lennon unfortunately had to retire injured at this stage. The reshuffle saw sub Mark McConville go into wing half back, with Smackers going to midfield. Harps began to exert pressure and had an excellent point from a Kevin Kelly '50'. Joe Quigley followed up with a point from a free but this good work was shortly undone. The Harps defence allowed an attacker to go through the centre unchallenged and he finished with a low shot to the net from fourteen yards. Harps returned to the attack thanks to good work around the middle. This led to points from Joe Quigley (2) and Charlie Vernon. Whitecross though managed to get one last attack before the interval that brought an equalising point from a fourteen yard free.
Harps 0-06, Whitecross 1-03.
Harps immediately set to work on the restart and took the lead with a Declan Coulter point after a good run. Darren ward pointed from play before Whitecross responded with a point from a '50'. This was to prove a false dawn for the home side, as Harps began to take over. Declan Coulter set up Kevin Kelly for a point and with Harps exerting increasing pressure, frees began to be conceded. These frees led to points from Joe Quigley and Kevin Kelly, the latter a huge sixty yard effort. A good move out of defence saw Kevin Kelly add another point from play and Darren Ward repeated the dose. Kevin Kelly added another point from a free before Harps closed the game with a goal. Joe Quigley won possession and was brought down in the area for a penalty. He picked himself up and duly slotted the ball home. Nippy added another point from a sixty yard free. To their credit Whitecross did not give up, although Harps management will be concerned that with the game won, Harps like last week allowed the opposition in for scores. Whitecross added a goal and two points in the closing stages to leave Harps as deserved victors by six points. This was a good overall team performance form the Harps with everyone playing a part, although the efforts of Smackers, Joe Quigley, Mark McConville, Declan Coulter and Karl Grimes are worthy of mention.
Final score, Harps 1-15, Whitecross 2-06.
The Harps fielded as follows. John Daly, Karl Grimes, Ciaran Clifford, Fergus McAleavey, Smackers McAnaney, Charlie Vernon 0-1, Martin McCoy, Simon Lennon (Mark McCoville), Nippy Swift 0-1 (0-1 free), Joe Quigley 1-5 (1-0 penalty, 0-2 frees), Declan Coulter 0-2, Cormac Toner, Darren Ward 0-2, Kevin Kelly 0-5 (0-1 '50', 0-2 frees), and Liam Devlin.
Good win for the lads, mouth watering prospect of a City derby in the semis in the draw allows it.
Any word on Lenny's injury, is it long term, big cog in the wheel.
The road bowls must be in full swing?
Forgot to mention - great night in the Club on Saturday night/Sunday morning. Fair few GAABoard heads knocking about, though most of them went home early! ::)
Anyway, congratulations to the following on their awards - all richly deserved.
Hall of Fame - Patsy Nugent
Committee Man of the Year - James Clifford
Club Services Award - Eileen Richards
Senior Player of the Year - Martin Gill
Most Consistent Senior Player - Chuckie Morris
'B' Player of the Year - Kevin Kelly
'B' Players' Player of the Year - Liam McAuley
Ladies Footballer of the Year - Paula Powell
Most Improved Ladies Footballer - Leanne O'Neill
Minor Player of the Year - Michael Kelly
Under 16 Player of the Year - Paul Kelly
Overall Youth Player of the Year - Simon Lennon
There were also four special awards made to Harps' members for great achievements throughout the year.
Paul Rath for becoming Mid Board referee of the year; Ciaran McMahon for winning the All Ireland Road Bowls Title in his grade, Declan Coulter (Cuchullians) for representing Armagh, Ulster and Ireland in hurling/shinty this year, and last and by no means least to our Number One sponsor, Jimmy Nugent, whose support is invaluable!
I ended up in Richie Nugent's house with the Hall of Fame winner - great craic. Stumpy and me left about half three when Richie started discussing his point in the 1991 County Final!
Yous got some nice coverage of the senior presentations in the Irish News today. Well done. Happy Christmas to you all!
Why don't you start a new thread - "Happy Christmas to the Harps" Colonel Cool?
For a small rural club your sure have more than your fair share of arseholes.
jaysus lads, that was totally unexpected today. where dd it all go wrong?
What was the score Uladh? I take it that Crossmaglen won.
Any score from Dromintee and Pearse Og game which was switched to the former's venue this morning?
Quote from: Uladh on December 30, 2006, 07:30:42 PM
jaysus lads, that was totally unexpected today. where dd it all go wrong?
Bit of a disaster all round today Uladh - I'll get a report up later, but the better team won, end off! I think the final score was 3-13 to 1-04 - I'll tot up my notes later.
Talking to the neighbours (Ogs) who were at the other semi. I think it was in Ballymacnab - apparently Dromintee won handy enough after being two down at half time.
Cross were too strong all over the park. Dont think Dromintee will count, to be honest that Cross team would beat most senior Division 1 teams in Armagh.
How do they keep producing such quality players??
Very dissappointing performance yesterday, Cross were superior in nearly every position and had a far greater cohesion and committment. Charlie Vernon seemed to be the only player capable of taking the game by the scruff of the neck but he had little support although I thought Joe Quigley and Deckie Coulter tried very hard.
Quote from: say nothin on December 31, 2006, 11:47:05 AM
Cross were too strong all over the park. Dont think Dromintee will count, to be honest that Cross team would beat most senior Division 1 teams in Armagh.
How do they keep producing such quality players??
Funny - I had this conversation with a fellow Harps man recently. Cross produce quality players alright, but if you look at their underage success, we are on at least a par with them, if not better, as are the Ogs. What Cross manage to do is keep all their good players on board. As an example, that Harps team playing yesterday should have been the team that won an Ulster Minor Club Championship, three years tomorrow. Yet in that short timespan, look how many - for one reason or another - did not feature yesterday? Harps, as an example, are not bringing through fully their underage talent, and as a consequence, any hope of the Seniors making the breakthrough will become an absolute pipe dream.
There is also an element of 'success breeding success', and there appears to be a culture in Cross of looking up to their local heroes and trying to emulate them. Think about that culture and what it means, and compare that to our own Club as we enter 2007!
Enough said! >:(
Harps v Crossmaglen Rangers
Harps' hopes of achieving back to back Under 21 Titles came badly unstuck at Mullabrack yesterday, when they were well beaten by a much more determined and street wise Crossmaglen Rangers team. This was a game that the Harps will want to forget in a hurry as they were beaten all over the park and as a consequence suffered a very heavy defeat.
The match was played on a heavy pitch in very cold but clear conditions. Harps started the game playing into a strong wind, and were soon in trouble with Cross dominating around the middle and putting in good ball to their dangerous attackers. They managed the opening point and repeated the dose from the kick out. A long ball in caused confusion in the Harps defence and led to a one on one situation with the keeper that resulted in a well taken goal. The Harps were reeling and struggling to make any impact at all. Kevin Kelly's free faded left and Joe Quigley had a wide before Cross extended their lead with a point from a free. Two further points were added, one a fifty yard free. Rangers for the first time in the match were guilty of some bad shooting, but Harps could not capitalise and were guilty of dropping shots short into the keeper's hands. Another long range point followed for Rangers, but Harps could only muster two wides from Kevin Kelly frees, as they struggled to kick into the breeze. Harps' attempts at damage limitation suffered a blow when Cross got in for their second goal just before half time. A ball in midfield should have been cut out – instead possession was turned over and a brilliant pass over the top of the defence left a second one on one and as before, an expert finish was applied.
Half time, Harps 0-00, Crossmaglen Rangers 2-06.
Any hopes that Harps had of recovering the situation were not helped by the conditions, as the wind that they had struggled to play into had died down significantly by the start of the second half. These hopes were then totally extinguished when Rangers took the game by the scruff of the neck and knocked over three quick points on the restart. Harps managed to get on the scoreboard with a point from a Joe Quigley free kick and Declan Coulter added a point from play. Rangers responded with two points of their own before Joe Quigley pointed another free and Declan Coulter managed a goal after his shot was deflected to the net. Rangers appeared to sense the need to step up a gear and had a point and a goal, the latter as a result of a flowing move through the Harps's defence that left the spare man at the back post with an easy fisted finish. Kevin Kelly pointed a Harps' free but Rangers were able to respond in kind, finishing the match as convincing winners.
Final score, Harps 1-04, Crossmaglen Rangers 3-13.
Harps had few players who will look back on this match with any sort of satisfaction, although the efforts of Joe Quigley, Ciaran Clifford and Declan Coulter are worthy of mention whilst Charlie Vernon was, by the proverbial street, our best player on the pitch. The Harps lined out as follows. Johnny Daly, Karl Grimes, Ciaran Clifford, Fergus McAleavey, Mark McConville, Charlie Vernon, Smackers McAnaney (Cormac Toner), Gareth Swift, Simon Lennon, Martin McCoy, Declan Coulter 1-1, Joe Quigley 0-2 (0-2 frees), Darren Ward, Kevin Kelly 0-1 (0-1 free) and Liam Devlin.
QuoteThere is also an element of 'success breeding success', and there appears to be a culture in Cross of looking up to their local heroes and trying to emulate them. Think about that culture and what it means, and compare that to our own Club as we enter 2007
Nail on head Rufus. Was very disappointed in the performance. Cross a country mile ahead in terms of skill, commitment, fitness, and probably a lack of beer over xmas. I think i saw a glimpse of club footballs future in armagh and its not good. That said im just an outsider looking in but concerned about what i saw.
What should be most alarming for gaels in the county is that if Cross win on saturday, they will have captured the minor, u21 and senior titles for 2006. And at a virtual canter for each team at that!
Quote from: maddog on January 04, 2007, 09:36:23 AM
QuoteThere is also an element of 'success breeding success', and there appears to be a culture in Cross of looking up to their local heroes and trying to emulate them. Think about that culture and what it means, and compare that to our own Club as we enter 2007
Nail on head Rufus. Was very disappointed in the performance. Cross a country mile ahead in terms of skill, commitment, fitness, and probably a lack of beer over xmas. I think i saw a glimpse of club footballs future in armagh and its not good. That said im just an outsider looking in but concerned about what i saw.
First of all Maddog, sorry I didn't get to meet up over Christmas - Happy New Year to you and the Good Lady.
As for last Saturday, I could genuinely write pages about the difference between Cross and ourselves. We gave Cross a good run for their money in a County Semi-final at the tail end of 2003, with a young team, half made up of minors and under 21s. The future looked great! As of the start of this year, it is likely that less than half of that team will be playing Senior football. In contrast, Cross have successfully moved on, changing their team (for positive reasons) and coming back totally reinvented. The Harps on the other hand have kept losing many of the underage prospects that we had.
I don't normally talk out of shop about what goes on in Committee meetings. However our inability to keep on board much of our underage talent is a real cause for concern in meetings, and recently a photo of our successful minor team of 2004 was produced which showed that over half of the thirty in the picture no longer play football with the Harps. Meanwhile in Cross there is yet more success which gives more and more underage players the incentive to get to the Senior team - what better than healthy competition to keep bringing out the best in your resources?!
I can see the Harps' problems mirrored throughout the County. What is required in our Club is a sea change in the culture of our young players. Given that, and what I saw in Mullabrack last Saturday, I could see Cross doing twenty in a row at Senior level - and I'm not exaggerating! :-[
Cross are a special club, and if they complete the treble would be a remarkable achievement and at a canter as stated already. But it will be an interesting final on Saturday, unlike our Seniors mosts of these boys have beaten Cross in a county final in the under 21s three years ago. Will any of the harps boys take a run up?
Quote from: corn02 on January 04, 2007, 08:52:47 PM
Cross are a special club, and if they complete the treble would be a remarkable achievement and at a canter as stated already. But it will be an interesting final on Saturday, unlike our Seniors mosts of these boys have beaten Cross in a county final in the under 21s three years ago. Will any of the harps boys take a run up?
Cross are out on their own alright but a few facts are pertinent here! Cross have won the last eleven Senior Titles in a row - starting in 1996. Prior to that, their previous County Title was when they beat the Ogs in Keady in 1986. :) Cross failed to even get to a County Final in the following nine years, despite having a pile of top names in that period.
Cross will do a remarkable treble alright if they knock over the Under 21 title this week-end. But they do not dominate under age any more than the Harps or the Ogs do. Off the top of my head, Harps have most titles at Minor, the Ogs at Juvenile and Cross at Under 21.
What Cross have developed is a system whereby their great success is generating yet more and more success, and there does not need to be underage domination to continue their domination at Senior. The opposite is happening at other Clubs. Rangers dominance is a massive tribute to that Club - particularly given their success beyond the County. However I feel that the rest of the Clubs in Armagh have not made their task of knocking over County titles as difficult as it should be.
Just a reminder people that membership for 2007 is now due. As normal, it can be paid behind the bar or to any member of the Committee. Early payment would be appreciated! ;)
Out of interest Rufus how much is it?
Quote from: holylandsniper on January 09, 2007, 11:11:30 PM
Out of interest Rufus how much is it?
Football/full Membership is £20 (£25 if paid after 1st March)
10 year football/full membership is £160 (and entitles the holder to free entry to all Harps home games).
Social Membership is £10 (£15 if paid after 1st March)
Youth Membership is £10
Honorary/OAP is free.
Social Membership, what is that, so say 2nd March i join up its £35?
thanks
the poor students
Quote from: upforthematch on January 09, 2007, 11:33:27 PM
Social Membership, what is that, so say 2nd March i join up its £35?
£35 will be gratefully accepted come 2/3/2007 - or alternatively you could pay £15 like the rest of the Social membership joining in March! ;)
The Ulster League has been talked about, do we have our grouping yet?
ANyone seen Bunion on here lately??? He must have swallowed that keyboard alrite... :D
Cheque in the post Rufus ;)
rufus is there a deadline for buying a ticket for the day at the races??
What would you know about horses, ye'd know more about the dogs would ye not.....on a sat nite!!! :D
id know more about horses than u wud about women ;)
dunno wat ur on about...uve recently had a bet on a dog :P
EH? CARE TO ELABORATE....
u know rightly who im on about, cant disclose any information on here because of her relationship situation ;)
I take it phones haven't reached the big city?
Quote from: harps2002champs on January 11, 2007, 08:55:12 AM
rufus is there a deadline for buying a ticket for the day at the races??
Obviously we will take money up until the day itself - would prefer the money in though as soon as possible, and if you could sell one or two tickets?!? ;D
Conor Moore is taking money for those that are looking to pay off in installments.
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on January 10, 2007, 12:48:18 PM
Cheque in the post Rufus ;)
Sing to the tune of the chorus of Go West, by the Pet Shop Boys;
YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,YOU'RE HARPS, AND YOU KNOW YOU ARE,repeat, ad infinitum!!! ;)
Me thinks someone hasn't been following the instructions on the cough medicine...
Quote from: pintsofguinness on January 11, 2007, 09:58:33 PM
Me thinks someone hasn't been following the instructions on the cough medicine...
Are you referring to the comma I have used after the word 'repeat'?
:P
Had an in depth conversation with Randall in Devlins New Years Day and had to put him straight on which club i held my allegiance too
no doubt it was a sensible conversation which last about an hour and was sealed with a glass of the finest
He might be moving house but he'll not be moving club.
Quote from: Take Your Points on January 13, 2007, 03:44:16 PM
Well Rufus, can you clear up the situation about JP Donnnelly moving across town?
JP is a valued member of both our Senior team and our Club!
A certain Armagh Harps man, who was featured in this week's Gaelic Life , must be mighty relieved that the whole JP Donnelly saga has deflected a lot of attention away from his rather shameful and embarrassing interview in the 'FanSpake' column.
I hope this Orange bigot, who "Dreads another Sam in Tyrone", is not your typical Armagh Harps supporter.
Quote from: Redhandfan on January 13, 2007, 08:36:56 PM
A certain Armagh Harps man, who was featured in this week's Gaelic Life , must be mighty relieved that the whole JP Donnelly saga deflected a lot of attention away from his rather shameful and embarrassing interview in the 'FanSpake' column.
I hope this Orange bigot, who "Dreads another Sam in Tyrone", is not your typical Armagh Harps supporter.
Alright - but are you still going to put the tapes on to DVD? ;D
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 13, 2007, 08:56:10 PM
Alright - but are you still going to put the tapes on to DVD? ;D
Of course I am. I want to see what the standard of goalkeeping was like in Armagh in the glorious Eighties.
Folks, Just another reminder about the Raceday at Fairyhouse on sat 10th March..
tickets £100.
Quote from: Spiritof98 on January 10, 2007, 08:16:13 AM
The Ulster League has been talked about, do we have our grouping yet?
Saw the fixtures the other night(teams are correct dates & venues mightn't be)
4th Feb - Away to Trillick
11th Home to Donaghmoyne
18th Away to St Paul's Belfast
25th Home to Slaughteneil.
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 14, 2007, 09:47:38 AM
Has JP left or not?
Heard today that 2 former senior players are coming out of retirement to play for Mullabrack
Yes he has left.
no transfer forms have been sent in so he staying
have i touched a nerve?
Harps2002champs and Candyman - I know you guys have put up a defensive front but the I was told the Pigs had a senior team meeting yesterday and it was told to them it was happening
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 14, 2007, 12:19:53 PM
Harps 8/1 to win Armagh Senior Championship 2007 (French Bookmakers)
Are they worth a bet this year? ???
Have you got or can you get the full odds for all the Championships?
Spirit is that coming from a gud source???
wud be a judas act if its true
OK source, but El curvo fc was probably at the meeting anyway and he is saying the same shite.
Quote from: Spiritof98 on January 15, 2007, 10:44:21 AM
OK source, but El curvo fc was probably at the meeting anyway and he is saying the same shite.
El_cuervo was to hungover to attend the meeting but I've heard it from a few boys who were at the meeting that he'll be joining the Ogs
Quote from: BenDover on January 15, 2007, 11:08:12 AM
Quote from: Spiritof98 on January 15, 2007, 10:44:21 AM
OK source, but El curvo fc was probably at the meeting anyway and he is saying the same shite.
El_cuervo was to hungover to attend the meeting but I've heard it from a few boys who were at the meeting that he'll be joining the Ogs
Thats a libellous statement bendover. I had to work and couldn't get it changed. Alcohol had absolutely nothing to do with the absence.
But to back up Spirit, it was stated at the meeting that JP would be joining the Ogs this coming season
Spirit is it true that there was a serious case of sour grapes surrounding this matter around the pool room on Saturday morning?
Quote from: BenDover on January 15, 2007, 01:24:23 PM
Spirit is it true that there was a serious case of sour grapes surrounding this matter around the pool room on Saturday morning?
What happened there then? do tell
Any chance of you's lads keeping your shite on 'the ogs thread'
Quote from: Spiritof98 on January 15, 2007, 04:19:18 PM
Any chance of you's lads keeping your shite on 'the ogs thread'
Sorry spirit, i thought the topic of one of your players leaving you would warrant some discussion on your club thread.
By the way, we don't have a thread, as well you know. there's no point in clogging up the system with another Armagh Club's thread. What would the mexicans have to say about that? :D
Who else has left the Harps???
The 2 players coming out of retirement Dynes & Jordan??
Charlie Agnew must be well liked round Abbey Park these days! :o
spirit ur right they should keep there shite talk on another thread. but then you would expext nothing but shite from pigs
We need names!!!!! :o
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 11:55:51 AM
SPIRIT... I know what your saying but my point is the Harps have recieved no transfer request and he cant just leave and go elsewhere without it?? If he's gonna be so petty and give bullshit excuses we are better off without him anyway!! Th ogs may think this is great but we'll see how many games he plays for you this year and what he's like when things dont go his way.... :-\
.......and the gloves are off
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 11:55:51 AM
SPIRIT... I know what your saying but my point is the Harps have recieved no transfer request and he cant just leave and go elsewhere without it?? If he's gonna be so petty and give bullshit excuses we are better off without him anyway!! Th ogs may think this is great but we'll see how many games he plays for you this year and what he's like when things dont go his way.... :-\
Better off without a player of his calibre? I think we can ill afford to lose anyone else. :(
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on January 16, 2007, 12:11:47 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 11:55:51 AM
SPIRIT... I know what your saying but my point is the Harps have recieved no transfer request and he cant just leave and go elsewhere without it?? If he's gonna be so petty and give bullshit excuses we are better off without him anyway!! Th ogs may think this is great but we'll see how many games he plays for you this year and what he's like when things dont go his way.... :-\
.......and the gloves are off
Whoever stole Candyman dummy please give it back to him. Its obvious enough that JP won't be playing too many games with his county committments. Does JP have a problem when things dont go his way? Any examples
Quote from: haveaharp on January 16, 2007, 12:54:54 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 11:55:51 AM
SPIRIT... I know what your saying but my point is the Harps have recieved no transfer request and he cant just leave and go elsewhere without it?? If he's gonna be so petty and give bullshit excuses we are better off without him anyway!! Th ogs may think this is great but we'll see how many games he plays for you this year and what he's like when things dont go his way.... :-\
Better off without a player of his calibre? I think we can ill afford to lose anyone else. :(
wud have to agree with you but if thats his attitiude better off without him, we wud be better with players who are committed to the cause
Quote from: harps2002champs on January 16, 2007, 12:57:23 PM
Quote from: haveaharp on January 16, 2007, 12:54:54 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 11:55:51 AM
SPIRIT... I know what your saying but my point is the Harps have recieved no transfer request and he cant just leave and go elsewhere without it?? If he's gonna be so petty and give bullshit excuses we are better off without him anyway!! Th ogs may think this is great but we'll see how many games he plays for you this year and what he's like when things dont go his way.... :-\
Better off without a player of his calibre? I think we can ill afford to lose anyone else. :(
wud have to agree with you but if thats his attitiude better off without him, we wud be better with players who are committed to the cause
Can you find me 15 players more committed to the harps cause than JP? I think the lack of commitment on others behalf is "one" of his sources of frustration.
Quote from: haveaharp on January 16, 2007, 01:06:27 PM
Quote from: harps2002champs on January 16, 2007, 12:57:23 PM
Quote from: haveaharp on January 16, 2007, 12:54:54 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 11:55:51 AM
SPIRIT... I know what your saying but my point is the Harps have recieved no transfer request and he cant just leave and go elsewhere without it?? If he's gonna be so petty and give bullshit excuses we are better off without him anyway!! Th ogs may think this is great but we'll see how many games he plays for you this year and what he's like when things dont go his way.... :-\
Better off without a player of his calibre? I think we can ill afford to lose anyone else. :(
wud have to agree with you but if thats his attitiude better off without him, we wud be better with players who are committed to the cause
Can you find me 15 players more committed to the harps cause than JP? I think the lack of commitment on others behalf is "one" of his sources of frustration.
committment to the harps cause would inlove playing for them when ever available not frigging of to play soccer just because he gets a few quid in your pocket
wheres the commitment there???
Quote from: harps2002champs on January 16, 2007, 01:32:56 PM
Quote from: haveaharp on January 16, 2007, 01:06:27 PM
Quote from: harps2002champs on January 16, 2007, 12:57:23 PM
Quote from: haveaharp on January 16, 2007, 12:54:54 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 11:55:51 AM
SPIRIT... I know what your saying but my point is the Harps have recieved no transfer request and he cant just leave and go elsewhere without it?? If he's gonna be so petty and give bullshit excuses we are better off without him anyway!! Th ogs may think this is great but we'll see how many games he plays for you this year and what he's like when things dont go his way.... :-\
Better off without a player of his calibre? I think we can ill afford to lose anyone else. :(
wud have to agree with you but if thats his attitiude better off without him, we wud be better with players who are committed to the cause
Can you find me 15 players more committed to the harps cause than JP? I think the lack of commitment on others behalf is "one" of his sources of frustration.
committment to the harps cause would inlove playing for them when ever available not frigging of to play soccer just because he gets a few quid in your pocket
wheres the commitment there???
Can you honestly say that if you were getting paid to play soccer that you wouldn't take that opportunity? Every man has his price!
everyman has his price... So will the ogs pay Jp to play league games at the end of the season so he doesn't go to city?? :o
the only way someone would pay me for soccer would be to get me to stop playing it ;)
My point was where does his priorities lie if he plays for city instead of the harps???
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 16, 2007, 01:36:26 PM
I dont feel JP's choice of team is relevant here, but why he has chosen (along with others) to transfer.
Is this not a bigger issue? ???
As was already stated a couple of weeks ago, the majority of those players that got a transfer hadn't the commitment to stay on with the Harps and moved to lesser clubs such as Mullabrack and the Grange! Jp has been the first good player to 'leave' the club for another of similar status!?!
Quote from: Pat Molloy on January 16, 2007, 01:40:53 PM
everyman has his price... So will the ogs pay Jp to play league games at the end of the season so he doesn't go to city?? :o
I very much doubt that JP would be silly enough to cross swords with Clarkey
>:(
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 01:52:38 PM
Heard today Peadar Toal is getting a transfer to Mullabrack and is being sponsored by Armagh Oil (John Conlon paying him £300 a week) He's sick of not winning anything with the Harps and The Brack are gonna push for the Junior Championship this year... ???
lol
:D
;)
Heard of Dynsey and Shoot headin to the brack but nothin of the others??
I know for a fact that Dynesy has retired and is staying that way.
Rumour has it Randal Patrick McMurphy is making a come-back and is gonna have a starring role in mid-field for Na Clairsigh this year... any truth Benny??? ;D
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 01:46:25 PM
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 16, 2007, 01:36:26 PM
I dont feel JP's choice of team is relevant here, but why he has chosen (along with others) to transfer.
Is this not a bigger issue? ???
As was already stated a couple of weeks ago, the majority of those players that got a transfer hadn't the commitment to stay on with the Harps and moved to lesser clubs such as Mullabrack and the Grange! Jp has been the first good player to 'leave' the club for another of similar status!?!
so is JP going around saying that he is leaving the Harps because he hasnt got the commitment?
somehow i doubt that. whats the real reason?
the real reason is simple, he likes the limelight the more contraversal the better. as for Dynsey going to the 'Brack :D :D :D I'm a close friend of his and was talking to just an hour ago and I can assure you he's not going. Jordan yes.
Quote from: lurganblue on January 16, 2007, 02:54:30 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 01:46:25 PM
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 16, 2007, 01:36:26 PM
I dont feel JP's choice of team is relevant here, but why he has chosen (along with others) to transfer.
Is this not a bigger issue? ???
As was already stated a couple of weeks ago, the majority of those players that got a transfer hadn't the commitment to stay on with the Harps and moved to lesser clubs such as Mullabrack and the Grange! Jp has been the first good player to 'leave' the club for another of similar status!?!
so is JP going around saying that he is leaving the Harps because he hasnt got the commitment?
somehow i doubt that. whats the real reason?
NOBODY KNOWS!!! that is the point, people wanna hear his excuse for leaving...
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:35:36 PM
Quote from: lurganblue on January 16, 2007, 02:54:30 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 01:46:25 PM
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 16, 2007, 01:36:26 PM
I dont feel JP's choice of team is relevant here, but why he has chosen (along with others) to transfer.
Is this not a bigger issue? ???
As was already stated a couple of weeks ago, the majority of those players that got a transfer hadn't the commitment to stay on with the Harps and moved to lesser clubs such as Mullabrack and the Grange! Jp has been the first good player to 'leave' the club for another of similar status!?!
so is JP going around saying that he is leaving the Harps because he hasnt got the commitment?
somehow i doubt that. whats the real reason?
NOBODY KNOWS!!! that is the point, people wanna hear his excuse for leaving...
You must know something if you said earlier his excuse was "half baked".
the point being, it must have much substance if he hasn't told anyone why? If ur club did wrong on you and you were leaving would you not tell people why?????????? ???
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 02:09:34 PM
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 16, 2007, 02:04:34 PM
Donnelly, Toal, Jordan, Dynes, Sting Mc Kinney, Philly Mc Kinney, Grimes, Marley, Mc Sorley, Agnew??????????????
Must be something up?
Donnelly: Some half-baked excuse
Toal: £300 a week ;)
Jordan:Retired
Dynes:Retired
Sting:Retired
Philly McKinney: Retired?
Grimes:Clonmore?
Marley:working/living in Belfast so playing for St Brigids
McSorley:Living in Dublin so possibly playing there
Agnew: Mullabrack
?????
Seems that Charlie is building himself a decent squad out the road! Or maybe the water tastes better out there
ye thinkin of goin out Ben... ;D or maybe its american football ye should be playing...
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:46:06 PM
the point being, it must have much substance if he hasn't told anyone why? If ur club did wrong on you and you were leaving would you not tell people why?????????? ???
was meant to read: mustn't have much substance, i.e BULLSHIT!
was told today that JP is leaving because the Harps cant afford to keep paying him his £200 a week wages. Gerry Davidson has guaranteed him £300 a week with the Ogs and a bonus if they win the championship this year!! ;D
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:52:17 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:46:06 PM
the point being, it must have much substance if he hasn't told anyone why? If ur club did wrong on you and you were leaving would you not tell people why?????????? ???
was meant to read: mustn't have much substance, i.e BULLSHIT!
Ok you say it was half baked, and now its bullshit, so you must have heard his excuse/reasons for going to make that judgement?
Quote from: haveaharp on January 16, 2007, 03:56:37 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:52:17 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:46:06 PM
the point being, it must have much substance if he hasn't told anyone why? If ur club did wrong on you and you were leaving would you not tell people why?????????? ???
was meant to read: mustn't have much substance, i.e BULLSHIT!
Ok you say it was half baked, and now its bullshit, so you must have heard his excuse/reasons for going to make that judgement?
If this is Bunion again u really have lost the plot... :-\
Didn't i just say that I hadn't heard, and neither has anyone else for that matter!! My point is if it was a legitimate excuse why hasn't he told anyone....
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:51:23 PM
ye thinkin of goin out Ben... ;D or maybe its american football ye should be playing...
Well I was asked but think I'll give the american football a shot or if asked nicely I might even join Beckham at LA Galaxy ;)
Quote from: BenDover on January 16, 2007, 04:16:36 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:51:23 PM
ye thinkin of goin out Ben... ;D or maybe its american football ye should be playing...
Well I was asked but think I'll give the american football a shot or if asked nicely I might even join Beckham at LA Galaxy ;)
Asked me @rse - who'd have ye! :P
ye could take JP over with ye, sure he thinks he is Beckham... :D
Quote from: Goats Do Shave on January 16, 2007, 04:18:23 PM
Quote from: BenDover on January 16, 2007, 04:16:36 PM
Quote from: Candyman on January 16, 2007, 03:51:23 PM
ye thinkin of goin out Ben... ;D or maybe its american football ye should be playing...
Well I was asked but think I'll give the american football a shot or if asked nicely I might even join Beckham at LA Galaxy ;)
Asked me @rse - who'd have ye! :P
I'll get Charlie to give ye a ring I heard they need to boost the squad numbers ;D
A lot of WUM's on here today, any chance of giving it a rest! Plz
as I always say...T.W.T time will tell!!! ;D
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 16, 2007, 04:39:35 PM
Doesnt look like there will be much backbone (or balls), available for the Harps this season. They were embarrassing enough at times last year when they were cowards against certain teams. What will they be like without JP?
Cant say that I could name anyone on the current panel who hs got the pride or knavery to go into battle for the winged lady. :(
not much of a backbone urself hidin behind a username...
BUT UR ABSOLUTELY RIGHT!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
For all those with no backbone, balls, pride or knavery Harps training starts tonite... ;D
:D
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Quote from: ballwasthere on January 16, 2007, 04:39:35 PM
Doesn't look like there will be much backbone (or balls), available for the Harps this season. They were embarrassing enough at times last year when they were cowards against certain teams. What will they be like without JP?
Cant say that I could name anyone on the current panel who hs got the pride or knavery to go into battle for the winged lady. :(
what a load of shite I can think of people on the current team that would show more balls and pride in the winged lady compared to JP, sure he might be a hard man but that doesn't make him the be all and end all. Jasus man you talk some dung. ??? you just have to look at people like collie Holmes, Joe quigley, Charlie Vernon, Marty Gill, Ebby Toal, Chuckie, Liam mcauley, all these boys and more have more pride in the winged lady than most past players. Â just because they have not won championships like the teams of the early 90's does not mean they are cowards or lack pride you
Muppet
After a few days working away , ive finally got a chance to read up on the JP situation on the gaaboard.
Interesting to note the amount of booting going on towards him and the transfer has not taken place as of yet
Sum craic on the loughall rd if he does a u-turn
Umgolaarmagh - As the last person to cross the divide can you give us a detailed insight into the effect it had on your life.
On JP Donnelly...
Quotesure he might be a hard man but that doesn't make him the be all and end all.
A hard man my hole!!
Quote from: pintsofguinness on January 16, 2007, 06:29:13 PM
On JP Donnelly...
Quotesure he might be a hard man but that doesn't make him the be all and end all.
A hard man my hole!!
There's a lot of people taking jibes at JP on here, I think it's unfair. He's a good lad & to say he's not a hard man... well then I wouldn't mess with you, cuz JP & his brothers are most definately hard men!!
If he does transfer, I'm sure there's a good reason. Good luck JP what ever your decision!
QuoteThere's a lot of people taking jibes at JP on here, I think it's unfair. He's a good lad & to say he's not a hard man... well then I wouldn't mess with you, cuz JP & his brothers are most definately hard men!!
It's not a jibe to say he's not a hardman, some players are some aren't that's it. He's indisciplined, not hard, there's a big difference.
Don't believe the hype!!
The rumour mill in Armagh is in full flow and it's unbelievable stuff floating about. Whoever is behind the stories must be having a laugh.
It does sadden me though to witness so many people who call themselves Harpsmen running around bitching about one thing/person or another and seemingly thriving on all the uncertainty at the minute.
If you go looking for a reason to fall out with your Club you won't be long finding one, but I feel there's a fundamental fault in that way of thinking. You stand by your Club through thick and thin and if you have a grievance of any kind, bring to the attention of the Committee and let them address it. There aren't many mind readers about the Club - or any Club for that matter.
I honestly don't think JP will move, and I hope he doesn't.
As a footnote (light hearted), I can't imagine the redner I would have getting changed in a small rural Club with a big Na Clairsigh Ard Mhacha crest tattooed across my torso! :-[ You allegience to the Club has to be a bit deeper than skin deep!
Lads, There is a player called Damien Jordan who played for the harps up until a few years back. He's been training with us (coalisland fianna) for this last week or so. Think he's living in the island area now and supposed to be gettin a transfer to us. What kind of a fella/player is he. Seems like a fella who keeps himself in good shape anyway.
Bloody hell - it's a good job that I can no longer get GAABoard in work - at this rate there wouldn't be much in the way of work being done. ::)
Quote from: harpsman on January 16, 2007, 08:22:27 PM
The rumour mill in Armagh is in full flow and it's unbelievable stuff floating about. Whoever is behind the stories must be having a laugh.
It does sadden me though to witness so many people who call themselves Harpsmen running around bitching about one thing/person or another and seemingly thriving on all the uncertainty at the minute.
If you go looking for a reason to fall out with your Club you won't be long finding one, but I feel there's a fundamental fault in that way of thinking. You stand by your Club through thick and thin and if you have a grievance of any kind, bring to the attention of the Committee and let them address it. There aren't many mind readers about the Club - or any Club for that matter.
I honestly don't think JP will move, and I hope he doesn't.
Harpsman - your first post, and you will do well my son to knock out a better post in your time here. Agree with everything in there - couldn't have put it better myself.
It is obvious that there are a lot of wind up merchants here and they are enjoying the way this whole issue has spiralled out of control. Whatever rocks your boat lads!
There are though genuine Harps men (and women) on here who are passionate about our Club, and I would ask them to remember the reputation of the Club and not to post things that are going to sully that reputation. That includes comments about fellow Harps men on here -
all Harps men - there's enough out there who are willing to knock us all - don't start having a go at each other on this Public forum - business conducted behind closed doors if you please! ;D
Rufus without trying to be a WUM or anything, can you give a definite account of the situation, I am sure you are in the know.
POG, exactly, can not fathom why people think dirty players are hard. Any player can purposly mistime a challange and hurt someone, it takes a hard man to reguarly knock an opposition player over legally.
Quote from: corn02 on January 16, 2007, 10:46:34 PM
Rufus without trying to be a WUM or anything, can you give a definite account of the situation, I am sure you are in the know.
There's nothing to report Corn - all there is is gossip and innuendo - it's as simple as that.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 16, 2007, 10:33:31 PM
Bloody hell - it's a good job that I can no longer get GAABoard in work - at this rate there wouldn't be much in the way of work being done. ::)
More to the point Rufus, how the feck do you work all day without access to the internet?
Quote from: harpsman on January 16, 2007, 08:22:27 PM
Don't believe the hype!!
The rumour mill in Armagh is in full flow and it's unbelievable stuff floating about. Whoever is behind the stories must be having a laugh.
It does sadden me though to witness so many people who call themselves Harpsmen running around bitching about one thing/person or another and seemingly thriving on all the uncertainty at the minute.
If you go looking for a reason to fall out with your Club you won't be long finding one, but I feel there's a fundamental fault in that way of thinking. You stand by your Club through thick and thin and if you have a grievance of any kind, bring to the attention of the Committee and let them address it. There aren't many mind readers about the Club - or any Club for that matter.
I honestly don't think JP will move, and I hope he doesn't.
As a footnote (light hearted), I can't imagine the redner I would have getting changed in a small rural Club with a big Na Clairsigh Ard Mhacha crest tattooed across my torso! :-[ You allegience to the Club has to be a bit deeper than skin deep!
i cant see people thriving on this situation i think its more anger that one of our best players is jumping ship and joining the rivals
Quote from: harps2002champs on January 17, 2007, 09:05:32 AM
Quote from: harpsman on January 16, 2007, 08:22:27 PM
Don't believe the hype!!
The rumour mill in Armagh is in full flow and it's unbelievable stuff floating about. Whoever is behind the stories must be having a laugh.
It does sadden me though to witness so many people who call themselves Harpsmen running around bitching about one thing/person or another and seemingly thriving on all the uncertainty at the minute.
If you go looking for a reason to fall out with your Club you won't be long finding one, but I feel there's a fundamental fault in that way of thinking. You stand by your Club through thick and thin and if you have a grievance of any kind, bring to the attention of the Committee and let them address it. There aren't many mind readers about the Club - or any Club for that matter.
I honestly don't think JP will move, and I hope he doesn't.
As a footnote (light hearted), I can't imagine the redner I would have getting changed in a small rural Club with a big Na Clairsigh Ard Mhacha crest tattooed across my torso! :-[ You allegience to the Club has to be a bit deeper than skin deep!
i cant see people thriving on this situation i think its more anger that one of our best players is jumping ship and joining the rivals
It does all depend on how your club treats you
Quote from: corn02 on January 16, 2007, 10:46:34 PM
POG, exactly, can not fathom why people think dirty players are hard. Any player can purposly mistime a challange and hurt someone, it takes a hard man to reguarly knock an opposition player over legally.
I don't think JP is a dirty player. All i'm saying is I wouldn't mess with him!
Have to agree with rufus and harpsman on this. Talk of leaving, a fallout, anything negative and everyone decides to jump on the lad's back. Maybe if it did happen there would be some justification for the criticism but at the moment there's too many willing to start bitching when nothing has definitely happened. Get behind the players and get behind the club.
Most of yous lads may hope all these stories are true as it would be extremely hard for the lad to walk back down to the Harps and start training or playing as if nothing had happened, and if it is true I'm sure something was done to him to warrant his actions as that is a very big thing to do (transfer to your nearest and dearest).
Anyway on another issue what are your definitions of a hard man?
"Anyway on another issue what are your definitions of a hard man?"
I think Paul Berry has the answer to that one! ;)
Dirk Diggler :D :D
Bambi McCourt in the changing rooms... ;D
NIPPY in a teenage disco... ;D
Kevin Daly at the Scouts. ;D
Quote from: illdecide on January 17, 2007, 11:27:50 AM
Most of yous lads may hope all these stories are true as it would be extremely hard for the lad to walk back down to the Harps and start training or playing as if nothing had happened, and if it is true I'm sure something was done to him to warrant his actions as that is a very big thing to do (transfer to your nearest and dearest).
Anyway on another issue what are your definitions of a hard man?
A Hard Man: A
new poster on the GAAboard who puts the boot in.
HARDMAN: a new poster who acts the "candyman" :-\
a priest in a playground
pound for pound Liam McCauley... sure didn't he put the bomber in hospital 2years ago with a crunching tackle in training!!! ;D
Quote from: ballwasthere on January 17, 2007, 02:29:21 PM
Would willy fit in this category? ???
Peadar can take a tackle.
yes! mc cauley mite come under the heading of a hardy wee fu*ker... ;D
Quote from: Smokin Joe on January 17, 2007, 08:41:05 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 16, 2007, 10:33:31 PM
Bloody hell - it's a good job that I can no longer get GAABoard in work - at this rate there wouldn't be much in the way of work being done. ::)
More to the point Rufus, how the feck do you work all day without access to the internet?
I've access to the internet Joe - just GAABoard is blocked for some reason - I dread to think as to how I'll get through the Summer - for now, I'm doing most of my posting on reservoirdubs! :(
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 17, 2007, 07:06:29 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on January 17, 2007, 08:41:05 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 16, 2007, 10:33:31 PM
Bloody hell - it's a good job that I can no longer get GAABoard in work - at this rate there wouldn't be much in the way of work being done. ::)
More to the point Rufus, how the feck do you work all day without access to the internet?
I've access to the internet Joe - just GAABoard is blocked for some reason - I dread to think as to how I'll get through the Summer - for now, I'm doing most of my posting on reservoirdubs! :(
Are you sure it's not just a secutity setting in your browser Rufus?
Quote from: sureyouwill on January 17, 2007, 08:22:28 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 17, 2007, 07:06:29 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on January 17, 2007, 08:41:05 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 16, 2007, 10:33:31 PM
Bloody hell - it's a good job that I can no longer get GAABoard in work - at this rate there wouldn't be much in the way of work being done. ::)
More to the point Rufus, how the feck do you work all day without access to the internet?
I've access to the internet Joe - just GAABoard is blocked for some reason - I dread to think as to how I'll get through the Summer - for now, I'm doing most of my posting on reservoirdubs! :(
Are you sure it's not just a secutity setting in your browser Rufus?
Whenever I click on the link, it comes up something about company policy not allowing access! >:(
Rufus, if you were stuck you could try a proxy site. Just type in the gaaboard address in the url line on the website below
http://www.proxysite.org/
Quote from: venter on January 17, 2007, 09:27:36 PM
Rufus, if you were stuck you could try a proxy site. Just type in the gaaboard address in the url line on the website below
http://www.proxysite.org/
Thanks venter - I'll give that a go! :)
Greetings fellow Harps men, new to this whole gaaboard thing.
Any updates on all this transfer talk or is it wicked propaganda being spread by our colleagues across town?
Heard in work today that Grimey is going to Clonmore. Any truth in this one?
lads, can we just drop all the transfer talk on the board....!
First Ulster League game this sunday away to Trillick @ 2pm
just want to say well done to all the boys who did the road race last night! Some very respectable times indeed!
where do ye get the times from the race???
Trillick 1-11, Harps 0-08.
Harps played their first match of the season at Trillick this afternoon, in a relatively low key game, in which the home side showed greater levels of sharpness.
Harpo opened the scoring for Harps with a point but Trillick began to dominate and added two points before scoring a scrappy close range goal. Play was end to end although the standard was never great. Harps did manage the next two points through efforts from Joe Quigley and Kevin Kelly, but Trillick came back strongly and notched further points. It was Harps thought that finished in the ascendancy and had three Joe Quigley points late on, one of which was a free brought about by incisive play from Harpo.
Half time, Trillick 1-05, Harps 0-06.
The second half saw Trillick's greater early season fitness stand to them and their pressure was rewarded with two points, although other chances were not taken. Harps managed to keep in touch with a long range point from Kevin Kelly after good work from Joe Quigley but Trillick cancelled this out with their third point of the half. Harps responded with their best period of the game, but despite forcing four 50s in a row, they could not add to the scoreboard. Trillick dominated the match to the finish, adding on three points and were denied a goal by a great Gareth Richards save. Harps battled to the end and managed the closing score, a point from a Joe Quigley free.
Final score, Trillick 1-11, Harps 0-08.
The Harps fielded as follows. Gareth Richards, Kevin Daly, Jungle McKee, Liam McAuley, Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Anthony McElmeel, Collie Homes, Martin McKenna, Harpo McKenna, Smackers McAnaney, Joe Quigley, Gerard McDonagh, Kevin Kelly and Ebby Toal. Subs used, Paul Dynes and Darren Ward.
A bit of a rusty performance, given that it was a first outing of the season, although it was great to see Collie Homes, Martin McKenna and Dynesy back featuring again for the Seniors.
Is Willie mc Sorely not in goals at the moment
Quote from: KIDDO on February 05, 2007, 12:09:54 AM
Is Willie mc Sorely not in goals at the moment
Willie is working in Dublin and I believe will not be featuring in the near future. 'Tis a pity - Willie has been an excellent keeper for the Harps since debuting back in 1999.
Good to hear that Bonehead and Dynsey are back to action.
How did they perform yesterday? Any other old hands planning on coming out of retirement to aid the cause?
was talking to a few of the team yestarday after the match and by their accounts bonehead was pretty impresive in the first half winning a lot of ball around the middle, although his fitness and a slight injury he was carrying hindered him slightly in the 2nd half. Dynsey when he came on was his usual lively self, although as expected he was a bit rusty.
Great to see Bonehead and Dynesy back. Suprised bonehead was fit to play, his knee seems to be nowhere near fully recovered.
Quote from: laughinpaddy on February 05, 2007, 11:49:57 AM
was talking to a few of the team yestarday after the match and by their accounts bonehead was pretty impresive in the first half winning a lot of ball around the middle, although his fitness and a slight injury he was carrying hindered him slightly in the 2nd half. Dynsey when he came on was his usual lively self, although as expected he was a bit rusty.
Bonehead went to the States in the Summer of 2005 (I think), and prior to leaving he was playing wonder stuff. If he was back and firing on all cylinders, he would be a huge addition.
Great also to see Dynesy back - Shoot, Yorkie and Dynesy all quit when they all had so much more to offer.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on February 05, 2007, 07:24:46 PM
Quote from: laughinpaddy on February 05, 2007, 11:49:57 AM
was talking to a few of the team yestarday after the match and by their accounts bonehead was pretty impresive in the first half winning a lot of ball around the middle, although his fitness and a slight injury he was carrying hindered him slightly in the 2nd half. Dynsey when he came on was his usual lively self, although as expected he was a bit rusty.
Bonehead went to the States in the Summer of 2005 (I think), and prior to leaving he was playing wonder stuff. If he was back and firing on all cylinders, he would be a huge addition.
Great also to see Dynesy back - Shoot, Yorkie and Dynesy all quit when they all had so much more to offer.
Dynesy stayed on another year than Shoot and Yorkie, so last year was his only year out, I think it was his empending fatherhood that the sebaticle was taken for, now with a year over him, i think there was talk of him joining the Darts team as well. ;) (we all like to get out sometimes)
Great to see him back
A gentle reminder if I may that membership is due - it is possibly taking a back seat in the minds of some people with our race day coming up. Please remind any Harps people that you are talking to. Membership can be paid to Sean Powell at the Cluib or to any member of the Committee.
You can run, but you can't hide! ;)
Harps V Crossmaglen in the SFC :o
big hurdle!!!!!
Harps v Slaughtneil
Harps battled for a hard earned draw when they entertained Slaughtneil at Sherry's Field in Armagh at lunchtime on Saturday. Both sides fielded understrength teams in a match which was played in dry but cold conditions. Harps led for most of the game but Slaughtneil deservedly snatched a draw at the death after dominating the second half.
Harps started the game playing into the Callan Street goals, with whatever wind advantage was going. It was Slaughtneil however who attacked early but only had two wides for their efforts. Joe Quigley then opened the scoring with a point from a close in free. Both sides had a further wide, before a great Harps move left Minnie Holmes with a shooting chance, but he scuffed his shot into the keeper's hands. Harps were dominating play, but were guilty of dropping a number of shots short. Joe Quigley finished off another great move with a superb point from out on the left and Minnie added a point from close range. Slaughtneil had yet another wide before Smackers scored a great point from a quickly taken 'fifty'. Slaughtneil eventually opened their scoring with a lovely point from an acute angle from their full forward and added yet another wide. Harps returned to the attack and another great move cut open the Slaughtneil rearguard and Joe Quigley on the overlap finished expertly to the net. Simon Lennon confirmed Harps' superiority with an excellent left footed point, although Slaughtneil did end the half on a positive note with a long-range point from play.
Half time, Harps 1-05, Slaughtneil 0-02.
Harps made three changes at half time, with Dynesy, Liam Devlin and Matt Cartmill coming in for Darren Ward, Smackers and Ebby. The half started brightly for the Harps with a Dynesy point, but unbelievably this was to be our last score. Slaughtneil had two wides, with Joe Quigley having a wide in between for the Harps. Dynesy was then unlucky to be penalised for a square ball after finishing to the net. This was to be the Harps' last attack in anger. Slaughtneil had a point from their full forward, a further wide and a point from a free from their number thirteen. Gerard McDonagh was in for Harps and Jim Marley replaced Anthony McElmeel, but the pattern of the game was now set. The Slaughtneil number thirteen added another point, the visitors could only add several more wides. It looked as if they were going to pay for their profligacy, but they finished the match in a whirlwind of points, made up of two frees from their number thirteen, an excellent score from their midfielder (after some great fielding to win possession) and the equalising score from their number eleven.
Final score, Harps 1-06, Slaughtneil 0-09.
All in all, quite a useful exercise for the Harps with the opportunity taken to look at several of our younger players who will be pushing for inclusion this coming season. The Harps may feel that they were unlucky not to have won, given that they led for so long. However, on the other hand, Slaughtneil will feel that on the balance of play their dominance deserved at least a draw, as they may have had a comfortable win, but for some erratic shooting.
The Harps fielded as follows. Dingle Daly, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Liam McAuley, Chuckie Morris, Collie Holmes, Anthony McElmeel (Jim Marley), Simon Lennon 0-1, Martin McKenna, Harpo McKenna (Gerard McDonagh), Smackers McAnaney 0-1 (Liam Devlin), Ebby Toal (Matt Cartmill), Darren Ward (Paul Dynes 0-1), Minnie Holmes 0-1 and Joe Quigley 1-2 (0-1 free).
Does anyone have some up to date (and reliable) information on all of the transfer rumours going around? Im hearing so many varying accounts I dont know whats going on....
I've even had to join this Gaaboard craze to see if I can get any more info!!!!!!!
Piss off - go bitch over a pint at the shambles.
Its not bitching Spirit,
Just want to know why club has got itself into such a state (or is it all bullshit and there are no issues?)
p.s. your new found loyalty and strong defence of the club is somewhat confusing as you are someone who turned their back on the club not so long ago to go to Mullabrack (and later returned) ::)
your user name should be i talk shite. Go onto another board and annoy others. your unwitty humour ain't welcome. As everyone knows Spirit is Harps to the core, and a valued member. as for the club in a state, well thats put it this way, Ha Ha. ;D
I would hardly say being concerned about your club is unwitty humour.
As nobody is openly explaining, i assume that we are having all of the difficulties that are circulating. :'(
wot ever you say 'i talk shite' you obviously no so it must be true
I dont know[. If I did then I would not be asking!
As you seem so cloak and dagger about it and are being so bitchy, I only hope that you are not a Harps man. Otherwise it is no wonder players want to find new clubs (as the rumours state) when current club members have attitudes like yours.
I take it from the above's username that he's not the sharpest or wittiest about. Must be an ogs man. Tyrone-r-shite... Are you 12 or something?
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 15, 2007, 12:07:06 PM
I would hardly say being concerned about your club is unwitty humour.
As nobody is openly explaining, i assume that we are having all of the difficulties that are circulating. :'(
There are no 'difficulties' that I am aware of, and I am on the committee. There have been transfers, and I'm glad to say they are all transfers in! 8)
Now then, more pressing matters if I may. Your use of the pronoun
'we' with reference to the Harps would suggest to me that you are a Harps man.
Can I assume that you have your membership paid?
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on February 15, 2007, 08:26:09 PM
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 15, 2007, 12:07:06 PM
I would hardly say being concerned about your club is unwitty humour.
As nobody is openly explaining, i assume that we are having all of the difficulties that are circulating. :'(
There are no 'difficulties' that I am aware of, and I am on the committee. There have been transfers, and I'm glad to say they are all transfers in! 8)
Now then, more pressing matters if I may. Your use of the pronoun 'we' with reference to the Harps would suggest to me that you are a Harps man.
Can I assume that you have your membership paid?
:D :D And I thought my Da was bad when he doing this!
Quote from: sureyouwill on February 15, 2007, 08:40:48 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on February 15, 2007, 08:26:09 PM
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 15, 2007, 12:07:06 PM
I would hardly say being concerned about your club is unwitty humour.
As nobody is openly explaining, i assume that we are having all of the difficulties that are circulating. :'(
There are no 'difficulties' that I am aware of, and I am on the committee. There have been transfers, and I'm glad to say they are all transfers in! 8)
Now then, more pressing matters if I may. Your use of the pronoun 'we' with reference to the Harps would suggest to me that you are a Harps man.
Can I assume that you have your membership paid?
:D :D And I thought my Da was bad when he doing this!
Your da was absolutely hectic! I learnt so much from him! ;D
And just when you're there sureyouwill, I do not see an entry in the membership record, where the row marked 'sureyouwill' meets the column marked '2007'!?!?! ::) Please make contact as a matter of urgency to resolve this difficulty! ;)
As you are on senior ranking club member rufus maybe you could direct some of the revenue raised from membership fees to the county board as the club owe county board £10,000 for not paying for registration over the last few years and are in danger of being booted out of the league!
-bit rich chasing people for money when club doesnt pay its own debts. ::)
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 15, 2007, 12:07:06 PM
I would hardly say being concerned about your club is unwitty humour.
As nobody is openly explaining, i assume that we are having all of the difficulties that are circulating. :'(
Concern for one's Club - how touching - and it must be true, you've talked about 'we'. ::)
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 17, 2007, 05:45:14 PM
As you are on senior ranking club member rufus maybe you could direct some of the revenue raised from membership fees to the county board as the club owe county board £10,000 for not paying for registration over the last few years and are in danger of being booted out of the league!
-bit rich chasing people for money when club doesnt pay its own debts. ::)
Hmm - and for your next post you choose to make false and unsubstantiated claims about
your Club, on this, a public forum!?!? ::)
I tell you what horse - make sure you keep that pseudonym - I can think of one part of it that is accurate! ;)
Rufus, it is all fact. Im sure that you know this also. But maybe that is typical of the committee - bury heads in sand.
"transfers in" what about the requests to leave??
Also very strange that transfer requests handed in before christmas were mysteriously ignored and club publicly stated that there were no transfer requests??????
Also transfers that were rejected by committee were not forwarded to next county board meeting (whch is protocol), would the club be trying to sabotage players chances of kicking ball elsewhere with these pathetic delaying tactics? ???
Tyrone r shite, if you have an issue you would like to take up with the committee then ask to be heard at a meeting otherwise shut the fcuk up on this board you stupid bastard!!!!!
This board is not a forum for slandering the good name of GAA clubs and if you had any gumption you would know that.
Just a few things to mention briefly;
- Good luck to the Seniors tomorrow in Belfast - they are playing away to St Pauls in the Ulster League - the match has a one o'clock throw in
- Don't forget the Harps' Race Day coming up - March 10th at Fairyhouse - tickets still available
- Membership is now due - this can be paid to any committee member or at the bar in the Social Club!
St Pauls v Harps
Harps suffered their second defeat on the road, when they went down by three points to St Pauls in Belfast yesterday. Despite this, the Harps can take many positives from a match in which they played patches of great football. The team appeared to run out of steam as the match wore on, with the winning score of the game – a St Paul's goal – coming in injury time.
Harps opened the match making the early running and soon took the lead with a Joe Quigley point after a great move down the left. Attacks from St Pauls were repelled by some good defensive play from Simon Lennon and Liam McAuley and when Harps returned to the attack, Minnie Holmes fed Joe Quigley – who was playing brilliant stuff - for his second point. St Pauls managed to knock over two quick points to equalise, but this served to spur Harps on to greater efforts. Harps domination in this period was rewarded with some great scores; many as the result of some great build up play. Smackers pointed after being found with a quickly taken free and Joe Quigley added a point after good interplay with Ebby. Kevin Daly broke up a St Pauls' attack and advanced across half way. His pass found Ebby, who in turn fed Harpo for another point. It was all Harps at this stage. Simon Lennon had a point after good play from Chuckie, Harpo and Gerard McDonagh and Ebbie got a deserved point after clever play between Minnie and Harpo. St Pauls did return to the attack and were denied by some great defending from Simon Lennon and Collie Holmes, although they did manage a point from a close in free. This however was cancelled out with a point from a Joe Quigley free after Dynesy was fouled.
Half time, St Pauls 0-03, Harps 0-08.
It is likely that St Pauls were on the receiving end of an ear bashing from their manager at half time as they started the second half in a much more determined fashion. They had two quick points – one a huge 55 yard free – but Harps responded with another Joe Quigley point after an excellent move. Play at this stage was end to end, and Jungle McKee was showing well in our defence. There were though ominous signs that Harps were beginning to tire. St Pauls began to dominate and notched a further two points, primarily due to bad marking in our defence. Harps were struggling at this stage, but did manage a rare attack which produced a point from the excellent Joe Quigley. St Pauls though had the bit between their teeth and could sense the game for the taking and in the closing stages added four points in a row to take the lead for the first time. Harps managed to lift themselves for one last effort and Joe Quigley looked to have got Harps a share of the spoils after he pointed a close in free after Harpo was fouled. However this was to be all in vain. St Pauls broke through the centre of the defence in injury time, and an angled shot crashed off the Harps' crossbar. Unfortunately the rebound fell to a free attacker and he made no mistake, blasting the ball home from close range, to win the game for St Pauls by three points.
Final score, St Pauls 1-11, Harps 0-11.
As stated, although this match ultimately resulted in defeat, the Harps can take heart from what was a good overall team performance, and can point possibly to lack of fitness, at what is an early stage in the season, as the reason for falling away as the match wore on.
The Harps lined out as follows. Dingle Daly, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Liam McAuley, Chuckie Morris, Collie Holmes, Kevin Daly, Simon Lennon 0-1, Minnie Holmes, Harpo McKenna 0-1, Smackers McAnaney 0-1, Joe Quigley 0-7 (0-2 frees), Gerard McDonagh, Paul Dynes and Ebby Toal 0-1. Darren Ward, Anthony McElmeel and Liam Devlin were introduced as substitutes.
Where are all the Harpsmen?
Are they in mourning at the loss of JP ???
there are no Harpsmen left!!! they all got transfers :o :o :o ;)
Quote[Are they in mourning at the loss of JP /quote]
I still haven't heard a reason why JP would leave the Harps.
And I don't think a reason exists which would be significant enough to make him leave! Leaving the Harps is one thing, but to do so and join their biggest rivals would make him a laughing stock in a Murice 'Mo' Johnston stylee!
QuoteAnd I don't think a reason exists which would be significant enough to make him leave! Leaving the Harps is one thing, but to do so and join their biggest rivals would make him a laughing stock in a Murice 'Mo' Johnston stylee!
So why do you think he is looking a transfer to the Harps biggest rivals. Is he trying to rub people up the wrong way?
Quote from: Pat Molloy on February 27, 2007, 05:30:59 PM
there are no Harpsmen left!!! they all got transfers :o :o :o ;)
Rufus will be changing the title to the Ogs thread ;D :P
Is Donnelly going or not?! He's an awful p***k if he is.
I heard houlie was over the ogs this year, is that right?
Yes Houlie is helping Clarke this year, but Clarke is still the manager.
JP is looking to transfer to Ogs, but as yet the Harps haven't signed his request
QuoteSo why do you think he is looking a transfer to the Harps biggest rivals. Is he trying to rub people up the wrong way?
I haven't a clue?
I have asked a few Ogs men I would be friendly with this question. "If you were ever to leave the Ogs, for whatever reason, out of all the Clubs in the land, would you go to the Harps?" The general concensus of opinion is "NO!".
Ask a Crossmaglen man would he join Silverbridge (and so on) and very few answer yes!
Like I said, I can think of no reason why JP would want to join the Pearse Ogs.
QuoteI have asked a few Ogs men I would be friendly with this question. "If you were ever to leave the Ogs, for whatever reason, out of all the Clubs in the land, would you go to the Harps?" The general concensus of opinion is "NO!".
I take it you didn't ask umgolaarmagh ;)
JP Donnelly is an Armagh Harps player.
Armagh Harps are not in the business of supplying players for other clubs.
......so he wasnt at the ogs training the other nite then?!
Some good performances on Sunday with Darren Ward weighing with a great 1st half performance, a good run out for the lads leading by 6 points at one stage. The last 1/4 again left much to be desired and has to be a worry considering they have been pegged back or hit late on in each of the pre-season games.
What kind of team had they out Spirit?
Gareth Richards
Kevin Daly, Marty gill, Liam McAuley
Chucky, Collie Holmes, Anthony McEmeell
Lenny, Marty McKenna
Joe Quigley, Mini Holmes, Harpo
Darren Ward, Gerard McDonagh, Dynesy
Dynes retired hurt pretty early with a bad back replaced by Matthew Cartmill,
Bonehead caused a lot of trouble when moved to FF, still lacks a bit of match practice and game fitness.
With Lenny & Nippy in mid field, I could see Bonehead causing a lot of full backs problems this year. He had a few great games in ff a few years ago. But how many games will Nippy be available :'(
Quote from: Louis the Red on February 28, 2007, 11:12:25 AM
With Lenny & Nippy in mid field, I could see Bonehead causing a lot of full backs problems this year. He had a few great games in ff a few years ago. But how many games will Nippy be available :'(
That is the question!! Going on the past few years it wont be that many, Collie holmes got injured halfway during last year and id say he clocked up more games than Nippy, Peader, Charlie and JP put together before Armaghs exit. (no fault to the players I might add).
I think Kevin Kelly will feature at Full forward this year, I'd like to see Bonehead in Midfield with nippy on the 50, but it is a good plan B
Collie mustn't have travelled with Tyrone at the weekend then ???
10 out of 10 ::)
Just a bit strange that he's still on the panel and he didn't go to Cork. :-\
Wouldn't see the Armagh boys getting away with that.
Was wondering if there is anything on in the club after the day at the races?? And what time should we be getting back into Armagh at??
Quote from: Louis the Red on February 28, 2007, 12:02:29 PM
Just a bit strange that he's still on the panel and he didn't go to Cork. :-\
Wouldn't see the Armagh boys getting away with that.
Your clubman Ronan Clarke didn't go to Galway!
QuoteYour clubman Ronan Clarke didn't go to Galway!
My clubman ??? ??? I've been called a lot of bad things, but never an Ogs man :-[
your username threw me, I thought you were paying homage to the great Louis O'Neill!! (legend) ;)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on February 27, 2007, 10:43:43 PM
Armagh Harps are not in the business of supplying players for other clubs.
Annaghmore,Grange, Mullabrack???
Rufus is there any chance of u throwing up a report of the match last sunday???
Quote from: Dell Boy on February 28, 2007, 05:50:28 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on February 27, 2007, 10:43:43 PM
Armagh Harps are not in the business of supplying players for other clubs.
Annaghmore,Grange, Mullabrack???
My statement refers to the present! You are obviously thinking of the past!
Feel free to add the words 'any more' to the end of my statement, if it helps you to get a grasp of the situation! ;)
Quote from: Hank Everlast on February 28, 2007, 08:27:54 AM
......so he wasnt at the ogs training the other nite then?!
I don't go to Ogs training - I couldn't tell you.
If you can point out a factual inaccuracy in anything I have written, then please do so! ::)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on February 27, 2007, 10:43:43 PM
Armagh Harps are not in the business of supplying players for other clubs.
But should they be allowed to deliberately block players who do not wish to play for them and have given plenty to the club over the years? (JP, P. Grimes, D. Jordan, S. Mc Kinney) ???
Where are you getting your information from because sensationalist statements cause damage - and taking it you're a Harps man/woman, I'll answer you question as a fellow Harps man.
(without knowing his reasons why he has asked to move), Take Sting as an example - a player who has played for the Club for 20 years and Club Captain from around 3 years ago. Every effort should be made to point out that if he has anything to offer, he should put it back into his own Club before offering it to another Club.
However, with this in mind, if the player gives the Club an acceptable reason to leave, it's in the best interest of the player (having has time to consider his request) is allowed to leave.
All in my opinion of course! :)
All of the above mentioned have officially had transfers declined from the club -fact
I am not aware of all of their reasons but know that 2 of the players are unable to give the commitment required for senior football with a club of the Harps stature -fact
The Harps committee rejected some of these transfers at their last meeting and did not inform the county board at the next county board meeting (which is required) -fact
One can only assume that this is a deliberate tactic to delay (or prevent these boys playing football).
This "if we cant have them, nobody can" attitude reflects badly on a club which was in my opinion Armaghs leading club.
-Again only my opinion based on the facts i do know.
QuoteI am not aware of all of their reasons but know that 2 of the players are unable to give the commitment required for senior football with a club of the Harps stature -fact
This is the very reason the Harps have a 'B' Team. Are they too good for the B team, but good enough for the likes of Mullabrack ???
Quoteam not aware of all of their reasons but know that 2 of the players are unable to give the commitment required for senior football with a club of the Harps
The Harps have a B team (which has been successful in recent years) if it's football they're after.
They also have something in the range of 14 under age teams (these fellas migh remember playing for themselves) - all of which could do with help - especially from an ex Senior player.
You get my drift?
Now I'm not entering into a debate here, but with all things considered, I'll repeat if the player wants to go the player should be let leave.
Can I just say - as you say you're a Harps man - have you spent any time or effort encouraging these players who are (allegedly) looking away to stay with the Harps?
I havent offered any opinion as it is their choice, but I know that B football is not an option for Jp & Paddy as they have other commitments on week nights (B games being on wednesdays) and as they have played senior c'ship last year, they are not illegible for B c'ship. -hardly offers too much football for these fellas!
Have to agree with you here - B football in Armagh is crap compared to other counties. 10 games max if all the other clubs bother to fulfil fixtures. Can't blame anyone who can't commit to the semi-pro attitude that senior clubs have now taken, but still want to play regularly in a more reliable, competition than the B farce.
NO gaa member should be denied the opportunity to play gaelic games at their chosen level and the Harps are clearly assisting in this with their delaying tactics. The only other option which many take is to hang up the boots prematurely.
If the B leagues were run along-side the senior leagues as in Tyrone, then this would perhaps stop the on-going outflow of footballers to the likes og Mullabrack and might actually strengthen the weakening club situation for many clubs.
QuoteB football is not an option for Jp
I don't think anyone was suggesting that! ;)
QuoteIf the B leagues were run along-side the senior leagues as in Tyrone, then this would perhaps stop the on-going outflow of footballers to the likes og Mullabrack and might actually strengthen the weakening club situation for many clubs.
I couldn't agree more!
QuoteNO gaa member should be denied the opportunity to play gaelic games at their chosen level and the Harps are clearly assisting in this with their delaying tactics.
Wanting to hold on to your best players is no sin.
Wanting to keep them is no sin but obstucting lads that obviously don't want to commit to your club for whatever reason is - this is supposed to be an amateur sport.
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 28, 2007, 10:13:23 PM
All of the above mentioned have officially had transfers declined from the club -fact
I am not aware of all of their reasons but know that 2 of the players are unable to give the commitment required for senior football with a club of the Harps stature -fact
The Harps committee rejected some of these transfers at their last meeting and did not inform the county board at the next county board meeting (which is required) -fact
One can only assume that this is a deliberate tactic to delay (or prevent these boys playing football).
This "if we cant have them, nobody can" attitude reflects badly on a club which was in my opinion Armaghs leading club.
-Again only my opinion based on the facts i do know.
As comprehensive a detail as one could wish to have and
if true somebody well in the know. Contrasts vividly with the opening salvos that were designed solely to raise the subject on this public forum. Examples are;
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 15, 2007, 10:48:45 AM
Does anyone have some up to date (and reliable) information on all of the transfer rumours going around? Im hearing so many varying accounts I dont know whats going on....
I've even had to join this Gaaboard craze to see if I can get any more info!!!!!!!
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 15, 2007, 11:37:03 AM
Its not bitching Spirit,
Just want to know why club has got itself into such a state (or is it all bullshit and there are no issues?)
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 15, 2007, 12:07:06 PM
I would hardly say being concerned about your club is unwitty humour.
As nobody is openly explaining, i assume that we are having all of the difficulties that are circulating. :'(
Very very touching attitude - such concern for one's Club! :'(
And then when an attempt was made to assure that there was no issues and no transfers taking place, suddenly no more Mr Nice Guy - in fact a quite nasty individual who was prepared to throw mud in the form of false allegations - these allegations, despite being false, implied someone who knew more than they were letting on when they first arrived here. An example or two below;
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 17, 2007, 05:45:14 PM
As you are on senior ranking club member rufus maybe you could direct some of the revenue raised from membership fees to the county board as the club owe county board £10,000 for not paying for registration over the last few years and are in danger of being booted out of the league!
-bit rich chasing people for money when club doesnt pay its own debts. ::)
Quote from: tyrone-r-shite on February 17, 2007, 09:19:31 PM
Rufus, it is all fact. Im sure that you know this also. But maybe that is typical of the committee - bury heads in sand.
"transfers in" what about the requests to leave??
Also very strange that transfer requests handed in before christmas were mysteriously ignored and club publicly stated that there were no transfer requests??????
Also transfers that were rejected by committee were not forwarded to next county board meeting (whch is protocol), would the club be trying to sabotage players chances of kicking ball elsewhere with these pathetic delaying tactics? ???
Now which is it - are you the 'concerned Club member' or are you someone indeed trying to blacken the name of our Club, via your anonymity on this public forum. From what you have been saying, I would suggest the latter, and if you're any GAA man at all, then you should hang your head in shame - maybe though that shame is not in your nature, given your brass neck here!
I would be very confident that I know who you are, and of course you are here with your own agenda, something that is not in the interests of Armagh Harps or their members, players or supporters. I have monitored your use of this Board and you have lurked here regularly without posting, solely for the purpose of looking around to see if the issue you want discussed has been raised.
I would ask genuine Harps supporters not to engage with these people on this Board, as all they are interested in is the name of our Club being dragged through the mud. >:(
Raceday at Fairyhouse: - to answer an earlier question. There is food and music back in the club after the Races. Buses are due back around 8.30 - 9pm.
Quote from: say nothin on March 01, 2007, 12:09:16 AM
Raceday at Fairyhouse: - to answer an earlier question. There is food and music back in the club after the Races. Buses are due back around 8.30 - 9pm.
Can I ask that Dean Nullec goes on the bus with the Harps Male Voice Choir? ;D
Top work as always Say Nothin - the Club are indebted to yourself and the rest of the Race Day Committee! Should be a WONDER day out! 8)
I hope to have a further six names by the week-end - I will be in touch! ;)
Quote from: say nothin on March 01, 2007, 12:09:16 AM
Raceday at Fairyhouse: - to answer an earlier question. There is food and music back in the club after the Races. Buses are due back around 8.30 - 9pm.
Any chance pulling my ticket out for the fav in Race 5, fancy a wee break!! 8) 8) 8) 8)
I think there is a bit of burying the head in the sand there Rufus. There are a number of people who are trying to leave the Harps at the minute - that is widely known. I am not sure what their reasons may be though I have heard differing accounts. Whatever the case the feeling that I get from these guys is that they are not going back to the Harps anyway. Therefore to obstruct their requests for transfers (which has happened) is pointless I think and antagonises them further. There is nothing to be gained for the club from going down this route.
You seem to be of the opinion Rufus, that you should stick by your club no matter what. I do believe in loyalty to my club but not loyalty at any cost and not blind loyalty. It is a 2 way thing. Your club should expect your loyalty and should receive it but in return, players should be treated with respect and their welfare looked after. If that is no longer the case, you cannot totally blame players for looking elsewhere. I think it is also useful to try and understand the reasons why some players want to leave the Harps and go to other clubs. If you understand this some of the things which have been going wrong, can be put right and the situation prevented in the future. Just my opinions, for what it is worth.
I think people should start to grow a set of balls a place comments under their original usernames, all this covering up and starting new accounts to place comments in the same discussion, it obvious that this is being orchestrated by a small minority that keep creating new accounts and usernames to leave the impression of a mass fall out. I think anybody can see this. If this is of real concern for all these 'worried Harpsmen', there is procedures in place if you are a member to approach the committee in private.
Seriously though i'd love a trip to Miami!! :)
That is the usual rubbish being spouted 'grow a set of balls', 'orchestrated campaigns' etc etc. Maybe I only have one post due to the fact that although I read articles sometimes on the board I never posted, until now. I do not think that you have a veto on who can and cannot set up an account to post on the board. unless you can tell me different.
Quoteyour username threw me, I thought you were paying homage to the great Louis O'Neill!! (legend)
I used his name because I want to be like him when I grow up ;D
jesus u've got some ambition boyo...lol :D
Quote from: Scarface on March 01, 2007, 09:06:12 AM
There are a number of people who are trying to leave the Harps at the minute - that is widely known. I am not sure what their reasons may be though I have heard differing accounts.
Your club should expect your loyalty and should receive it but in return, players should be treated with respect and their welfare looked after.
:D :D :D :D
By your statement you imply that these 'players' want to leave because they are not been treated with respect and their welfare has not been looked after, but previously you say you do not know their reasons ::) ::) :D :D
so what is it scareface ???
I know from first hand knowledege that Na Clairsigh always look after their players and there welfare and to state something different is absolutley ridiculous. you clearly don't understand, so to save yourself further humiliation find out the facts first :D :D :D
Yeah right, JPD just woke up won morning and decided to cross town. ::)
I'd be very interested to hear what these supposed 'Player Welfare' issues are as well.
QuoteSeriously though i'd love a trip to Miami!!
You may set your sights a bit lower Spirit - I have that one in the bag, squared it with Say Nothing ;)
QuoteI'd be very interested to hear what these supposed 'Player Welfare' issues are as well.
I'm sure we'll be hearing some shite about the committee Benny, but how many of these 'hard done by players' have ever went to the AGM :-[
I am hiding behind no username as anyone who has emailed or messaged me knows. As for having an agenda - not initially.
From being a former underage player & senior team supporter I have become annoyed by how players who i know wel,l involved in this saga are being treated.
Regardless of reasons offered, the club have taken an awkward and vendictive stance against these players in trying to prevent them from playing any football.No club should have the right to do this in any amateur sport.
Rufus, I recognise that you are proud of your club, but your blind loyalty only reflects further on the attitudes of a club who are displaying themselves in a bad light. After all, it is their actions that has made this long drawn out saga the hot topic for months.
It is not an act of sabotage against the club by the men involved, many have more than legitimate reasons (and are saddened) that they can no longer play for the club. However I would doubt if they feel the same passion for the club after how they are currently being treated (especially after giving a lot over the years)
Any neutral can see how petty the club committee are behaving, turning a once respected club into a laughing stock. :-*
QuoteFrom being a former underage player & senior team supporter I have become annoyed by how players who i know wel,l involved in this saga are being treated.
Is this the reason you no longer support the senior team?
There's a saying "water will always find its level"...........I believe you have certainly found yours tyrone-r-shite.
Just because you have a difference of opinion with certain members of the club, doesn't give you the right to try and rubbish them on here. Instead of staying and fighting your corner you chose the easy option.
You might still consider yourself a Harps person at heart...........but I doubt if anyone else does.
PS good luck in the Junior championship.
Harps day at races to close to cheltemham????? 8)
QuoteHarps day at races to close to cheltemham??
Don't think there will be too many Harps ones heading over to Cheltenham :-\
Quote from: Spiritof98 on March 01, 2007, 07:57:16 AM
Quote from: say nothin on March 01, 2007, 12:09:16 AM
Raceday at Fairyhouse: - to answer an earlier question. There is food and music back in the club after the Races. Buses are due back around 8.30 - 9pm.
Any chance pulling my ticket out for the fav in Race 5, fancy a wee break!! 8) 8) 8) 8)
Hmm...I'm after the Playstation 3 myself, particularly as I attempt to perfect my technique with Pro Evolution 6! ;D
Some amount of new Harps posters on this board. 'tyrone-r-shite' you should catch yourself on. some of the stuff you have spouted on this thread is disgusting. If you really are such a great Harps man why would you boot your club in such ways.
QuoteIf you really are such a great Harps man why would you boot your club in such ways.
Great Harps man my ass, a great Harps man will stand by the club through thick and thin. He wouldn't be on a spouting this shit about his club. He should be ashamed of himself >:(
Quote from: Louis the Red on March 02, 2007, 09:57:52 AM
QuoteIf you really are such a great Harps man why would you boot your club in such ways.
Great Harps man my ass, a great Harps man will stand by the club through thick and thin. He wouldn't be on a spouting this shit about his club. He should be ashamed of himself >:(
He's obviously just a WUM. The use of such an intellectual username speaks for itself
Really looking forward to the harps day at the races was there lats year. it was good craci . i'll stick by my club and no other club up the HARPS!!!!!!!!!!. And i am really big time with the harps and always will be.
rufus ur on the lotto this month!!!!
Quote from: Top Spy on March 02, 2007, 01:22:42 PM
Really looking forward to the harps day at the races was there lats year. it was good craci . i'll stick by my club and no other club up the HARPS!!!!!!!!!!. And i am really big time with the harps and always will be.
rufus ur on the lotto this month!!!!
Great grammar ther.................. Oh no not the return of Bunion, how did that keyboard fair out.
spirit it would have taken some cleaning to make the keyboard useable again... remember it was shoved up his arse!!! lol ;D
I remember the last time at the Harps Day of the races a jockey came in before the racing started to go through the race card (his name escapes me at the moment), is this happening again this year? if so who is doing it this year?
some fella mc cready, Kieran i think his first name is!! known as a great tipster around armagh and in particular mickey kelly's!! A LEG-END!!! ;)
Quote from: laughinpaddy on March 02, 2007, 03:15:38 PM
I remember the last time at the Harps Day of the races a jockey came in before the racing started to go through the race card (his name escapes me at the moment), is this happening again this year? if so who is doing it this year?
It was Paul Carberry 90% sure. Waste of time and money, he just tipped every fav and 2nd fav on the card, Useless.
So thats a no then ::)
great to see a fellow clubman representing Na Clairsigh in another all-ireland final!! Congratulations Charlie all the best for tomorrows Sigerson Final
Quote from: laughinpaddy on March 02, 2007, 03:38:25 PM
So thats a no then ::)
great to see a fellow clubman representing Na Clairsigh in another all-ireland final!! Congratulations Charlie all the best for tomorrows Sigerson Final
Absolutely correct! All the best to Charlie in the final - another feather in the cap of our Club! ;)
Quote from: Top Spy on March 02, 2007, 01:22:42 PM
rufus ur on the lotto this month!!!!
February is finished - my Sunday nights are now my own! ;D
You've been missing in action recently yourself? ::)
Yes! All the best to Charlie Vernon in the Siegerson Final!
Good luck to Charlie tomorrow, cant watch the game due the playing of foreign sports.
Also young Marty McCoy captaining the MacRory team in the semi final tomorrow morning!!
Congratulations to Charlie - another All Ireland Medal at the Club - a cause for celebration amongst all Harps men here! ;)
Sorry I meant :-* ! ;)
Quick quiz question now! Name the last Harps man to win a Sigerson Cup Medal and the year in question? *
*I reserve the right to be wrong on this, in case I have forgot somebody in the interim! ;D
Stumpy with St Mary's? 1989(after research) although thinking about it he always referred to it as St Joe's which must put him pre-almagamation.
Obscure or an ATG?
Quote from: bennydorano on March 04, 2007, 08:43:10 PM
Stumpy with St Mary's? 1989(after research) although thinking about it he always referred to it as St Joe's which must put him pre-almagamation.
Obscure or an ATG?
That would make Stumps about 37/38 at the most!! :D
By the way - ATG - does that stand for 'Absolutely Tremendous Guess'!?!!?!
Benny I knocked about with the rotund one and he always called the place 'the ranch'.
Quote from: stew on March 04, 2007, 10:21:49 PM
Benny I knocked about with the rotund one and he always called the place 'the ranch'.
El Rotundo, as the locals in Ibiza called him, was (a)round tonight, and I was showing him some of your written word here Stew - particularly your diplomatic request for TRS to pipe down! ;D
He was impressed! ;)
he might be 'el rotundo' in ibiza but at gaelic football matches anywhere in ireland he is forever known as 'mickey mouse' :D
I still laugh at that one, yer man that said that to stumpy is lucky that he never got to him , if he had it would have been the end of him, I have known him all my life and am usually game as a badger but I would not cross stumpy like that. tell him I said hello rufus. ;D
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on March 04, 2007, 08:02:31 PM
Congratulations to Charlie - another All Ireland Medal at the Club - a cause for celebration amongst all Harps men here! ;)
Sorry I meant :-* ! ;)
Quick quiz question now! Name the last Harps man to win a Sigerson Cup Medal and the year in question? *
*I reserve the right to be wrong on this, in case I have forgot somebody in the interim! ;D
Collie Holmes with Queens in 98/99????
longshot here but I'll go Marty Gill - 2000
ATG = All Time Great, a select band of brothers.
No to both guesses - my answer would be John 'Tootsie' McConville, who won a Sigerson with Queens in 1982 - off the top of my head, I don't think anyone has won one since!
Folks...For all those clubmen that are supporting the Raceday at Fairyhouse next saturday (10th March). Buses depart from the social club between: 10.30 - 10.45am.
Food served 1.30pm
first Race: 2.45
Last Race: 5.45
Auction: 6pm
Buses depart @ 7pm
Arrive at club approx 9pm
Food is then served in the club (chicken curry, I think ???)
@5.55pm I will present RTF with his Playstation 3 & Spirit98 with the trip to New York.!! ;D ;D
Bring it on!! :-*
Bennydorano was telling a friend of mine today to watch out for a horse out at Fairyhouse on Saturday called Will Freight! Good thing! ;)
Quote from: RP Macmurphy on March 06, 2007, 10:19:50 PM
Bring it on!! :-*
Bennydorano was telling a friend of mine today to watch out for a horse out at Fairyhouse on Saturday called Will Freight! Good thing! ;)
The mother of all outings awaits - what a day for Na Clairsigh Ard Mhacha! 8)
And that PS3 as well, Say Nothin! ;)
not be long now to the day at the race's, cant wait!!!
Right fellas never mind cheltenham!!
Any tips for Sat?
Spirit - im sure you have a few!!
number 3 in the second race ;) cant think of its name but as soon as I do I'll post it.
Someone was telling me this morning that 2 of the Chase races are off already, any official confirmation of that?
ffs thats cat.
Any chance of the whole meeting being cancelled!!
heard that myself benny but don't know how true. Still the weather is due to clear up so hopefully a good day out will not be ruined!
Weather looks fine
http://ukie.accuweather.com/ukie/forecast.asp?partner=accuweather&traveler=0&postalcode=IRL|MTH|RATOATH|&metric=1
Race Details
2.45pm The Special Olympics Maiden Hurdle of €12,000
3.15pm The As You Like It Restaurant Hurdle of €16,000
3.45pm The Imperial Cars.ie Hurdle of €17,000
4.15pm The James Lawless Beginners Steeplechase of €15,000
4.45pm The Maynooth Handicap Steeplechase of €12,500
5.15pm The Dunshaughlin Handicap Hurdle of €17,500
5.45pm The Fairyhouse Members (Pro/Am) Flat race of €10,000
Please note that Saturday's Hurdles and Bumpers will be run on the main track. The Chases will be run on the inside track however this track is currently unraceable.
The going is currently Heavy.
FROM FAIRYHOUSE SITE
Just being trivial but why have we not got a race sponsered by the club.
The last day it looked great have the Armagh Harps Hadicap Chase etc. It was a nice touch watching members our committee present the trophy.
There's a lot of money to be lost on those races! ::)
If the inside track is closed would the chases not just be run on the main track over the same distance or what way does it work?
Not very accustomed to the aul race meetings!
Just watched a race in Thurles there, very bad conditions, was surprised it wasn't cancelled. Hope Fairyhouse isn't as bad!!
Just to keep yous chaps up to date.
There will only be 6 races on Saturday as opposed to 7 due to the inside track being unraceable.
Racing commences at 2.45 with the last race now at 5.15pm
There will be a race in the format of 'The Armagh Harps Handicap hurdle' (not sure what race. will know in the morning and post it up), and we will be presenting the winning owner with an extremely large bottle of champagne..And an undisclosed sum of money. (thirty euro, i think :o).
any other queries, post them and i will try to resolve them. Fairyhouse have confirmed with me that their will be racing on Saturday, no doubt about it.......!!
happy punting...and remember ALWAYS back the last FAV at ireland as a puller out.... :) :)
Quote from: say nothin on March 08, 2007, 11:12:06 PM
any other queries, post them and i will try to resolve them.
Who's lucking after the women in Armagh while yous uns are away enjoying yourselves?
Get on nina cabberry for the last race. good thing!!!!
Race Details
2.45pm The As You Like It Restaurant Hurdle of €16,000
3.15pm The Special Olympics Maiden Hurdle of €12,000 (Division 1)
3.45pm The Special Olympics Maiden Hurdle of €12,000 (Division 2)
4.15pm The Imperialcars.ie Hurdle of €17,000
4.45pm The Armagh Harps GFC Handicap Hurdle of €17,500
5.15pm The Fairyhouse Members (Pro-Am) INH Flat Race of €10,000
£3000 for an autographed international rules jersey. Makes the post on the non GAA discuussion site seem irrelevant. The auction at Fiayhouse seems to be going well according to thev texts my neighbour is getting.
John McGill, your neighbour is the recipient of accurate texts my friend.
Anyone who does not like Armagh Harps - and there are a few on here - look away now please! :D
What a day for Na Clairsigh Ard Mhacha!!! An absolutely brilliant auction for many great prizes did the bizzo for your Club - this of course followed a great day of racing!
Tell me - people out there don't like the Harps anymore - got something to say about our Committee?!?! :D
Eat up my friend, eat up !! :-*
Remind me again - there's someone not happy?!?! :D :D
A last reminder if I may - our Club had a brilliant day today!!!
What a great time to be a member of Na Clairsigh, Ard Mhacha!!!
Any irrelevances that anyone would like to mention?? :D :D
Good man Rufus - the beer must have been good anyway ;)
Rufus
Loks like I wasn't the only person on the beer yesterday. Hope the head is good today
I am delighted to here that the day went well Rufus, thanks for all you do for the club and I am delighted that all who went had a blast. These trips are becoming legendry by all accounts and again great job.
Feck the begrudgers! ;D
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
What can I say....Fantastic Day.
Thanks to all those who supported a financially rewarding day for the club..
even had 3 winners myself.. :o
Well done to Say Nothing and the rest of the Raceday Committee, on an excellent day and a great money spinner for the club.
These are the lads you want about the club, lads who give up a lot of their time and want nothing in return. A lot of work went into organising yesterday, great to see it went so well . ;D ;D ;D ;D
Top day and well done to Yorkie, Frankie and Stumpy again.
To all the begrudgers (including many within our club) I say "take a long hard suck of my ass!".
PS Congrats yo Paul Duffy (Ogs man) on winninig the star prize and happy anniversary!!
Well done to all the Race Day Committee - Say Nothin and Horatio Kane here on the Board, and Uncle Stumps and Frankie McKenna amongst others - absolutley great day, and a wonder chicken curry back at the Club!! ;D
Congratulations to all the winners in the prize draw, including Rufus Senior, Killer Cartmill and Baby Duffy!
And I also got a lock of membership amidst the pandemonium!! 8)
Joe and John McGill - the head is a wee bit light today! :-[
Some back slapping been done here. Glad it was a good day tho. Think it funny tho that some people who did ask why some of the harps players were going to other clubs have been called begrudgers. Surely this was a legitiate question. Rufus, in one of your posts you sound delirious - get a few tablets.
Quote from: Scarface on March 12, 2007, 08:47:15 AM
Some back slapping been done here. Glad it was a good day tho. Think it funny tho that some people who did ask why some of the harps players were going to other clubs have been called begrudgers. Surely this was a legitiate question. Rufus, in one of your posts you sound delirious - get a few tablets.
Is delirious another way of saying shitfaced?
Glad to hear it was a good one, can you believe i gave the big ginger fella a 10/1 winner (thats moyne) and he didnt do it. ::)
Great day on Saturday, no winners until the last race ''Jack the Bus'' @ 25/1 shot happy days, I was telling Rufus about it in the club and ever the professional- hand out for membership :-[ ;D ;D
The auction was a great success, any truth in the rumours that Andrew Nesbitt had been tranquillized on sat evening.
Proud to be a Harps man!
Fair dues to Nesbitt, Drove from Cork to do the auction, and it was worth while. topman for auctions any of yous clubs running an auction in the not to distant future...he made a good day into a great day.. ;D
class act, and I'm also glad to hear feedback from the racegoers, that everyone had a good day..Harpo won a TV as well :o
I'm going to join in this back slapping here and say congratulations to all of the Race Day Committee on a fantastic day and a great piece of work for the Club, and thanks to all those people who supported the day.
I really enjoyed myself despite getting cleant - not a winner.
Andrew Nesbitt was great but I was a bit disappointed that Aoife Darragh wasn't up for auction because I was prepared to go large! :)
QuoteProud to be a Harps man!
I couldn't agree more!
Quote from: Scarface on March 12, 2007, 08:47:15 AM
Some back slapping been done here. Glad it was a good day tho.
Good man! ;)
Quote from: Scarface on March 12, 2007, 08:47:15 AMRufus, in one of your posts you sound delirious.
In only one?!?!!? You mustn't read my posts too often!! ;D
Just seen that Charlie got a Sigerson All-Star for his efforts with Queens. Fair play to him, another gong for the Harps man!
Good day at the races for harps. cracker of a day!!!!
Tommy Moirs has allegedly paid his Og's membership ??? ::)
QuoteTommy Moirs has allegedly paid his Og's membership
JUDAS - Diamond Taxis will be getting my business from now on :-[
Theres nothing wrong with tommy moris paying his membership with the ogs.
and hes with armagh taxis.
sit down
Quote from: Spiritof98 on March 12, 2007, 11:52:01 AM
Great day on Saturday, no winners until the last race ''Jack the Bus'' @ 25/1 shot happy days, I was telling Rufus about it in the club and ever the professional- hand out for membership :-[ ;D ;D
Good man Spirit - much appreciated! :)
Do me a favour - remind your dad he owes me! ;)
Quote from: Top Spy on March 14, 2007, 11:29:57 AM
Good day at the races for harps. cracker of a day!!!!
That big birthday you had last year has consequences - adult membership is now due! ;D
Not a bother: james looking after me, sort something out!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
who's "Tommy Moris ???s"
QuoteTheres nothing wrong with tommy moris paying his membership with the ogs.
and hes with armagh taxis.
sit down
That's why Diamond Taxis will be getting my business from now on you Bonehead ??? ???
mate of Brendan Powalls
tommy moirs--did u not shaft him!!!! ;D
Tommy Morris
Quote from: Top Spy on March 14, 2007, 05:44:53 PM
Theres nothing wrong with tommy moris paying his membership with the ogs.
and hes with armagh taxis.
sit down
Turn your spellcheck on ::) ::)
glad to see tommy away to fcuk.................. :D :D
I don't know how the Harps woll cope with this loss. ::)
Who could possibly replace Tommy..............no one tells lies like him............
Talking to a few Ogs lads and they say they plan to have "Tommy on a spit" day at the official opening of Pearse Og park. :D
can any of you harpsmen, tell me why tommy fell out with everyone?
Did you know that Tommy doesn't have any mirrors in his house............he would tell his own reflection lies. :D
Tommy has jumped ship because he's a grade a DICKHEAD ......he falls out with members and all the Harps are to blame.
Just goes to show you the Ogs would take anyone........it's not that long ago that the spy Moir was slagging them off to anyone who would listen.
He also thought that GAA constitution was when a footballer couldn't go to the toilet. ;)
All because of a game of Golf. Tut Tut, its all eggies fault :P
Another newbie on board......Howya Lads !
Can anyone confirm that the Underage training starts again this Sunday at 10:30 up at the field ?
Or is it off cause the County are playing ?
I have a wee lad in the house, going mental to get back kickin' (....no its not Stumpy ;))
Sunday 25th @ 10:30am
Under 10
Under 8
Under 6
If there is to be a cancellation management will be there but as you say they're goin mad looking footbal.
Check www.armaghharps.com youth section for further details and updated information weekly.
Quote from: Spiritof98 on March 20, 2007, 12:45:13 PM
All because of a game of Golf. Tut Tut, its all eggies fault :P
spirit, it was the £140.00 a week for taking the boys from belfast to training, when it was stopped he fell out with everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D :D :D
Know someone interested in the Harps ladies team, does anyone know when they train and how to sign up
Contact Marty Gill or Paula powell, you'll be able to get their numbers from the Club 37 523281 (after 7pm)
Is it the Senior team or underage they're interested in 'Na Clairsigh'?
To Many spy's on here
QuoteTo Many spy's on here
Root them out :(
It was the seniors Benny. got martys number anyways, all sorted cheers.
The first round against the All Ireland champions on the 1st June fast approaches. How does everyone fancy our chances??
Hopefully they'll still be hungover from their All-Ireland success and we can catch them on the hop. First team in 12 years to beat Cross in the county c'ship. Sounds good.
K
Tommy Moirs would do you no harm and if he wants to defect to the piggery then let him, at least he is still involved with a club.
I spoke to a top Ogs man just yesterday and he thinks that Tommy is a lunatic that will be trying to run the club in about three weeks, All I know is he was involved with the Harps and apart from the outrageous spoofing he does he is a harmless fecker and not a bad lad at all at all.
Maybe the man should stick to golfing.
I'm sure everyone knows by now that the B game v Ogs tonight is off.
Away to Keady next week, players to assemble at Abbey for 6ish.
0-10 each tonight v Keady, very good performance from an understrength team. At home next week to Clady, all eligible and interested players to assemble for 6pm.
Define eligible and interested.
Benny sorry I could make it last night, whole house down with a virus, It thought it was in Abbey, took a spin up about 8 to find Abbey empty. Keep my informed about next week.
B report for anyone that's interested.
Harp's B team travelled to Keady for their first fixture of the year with a panel of only 17 players Harps fielded a young side backboned with a few experienced players.
Harps played with the Sun and wind at their backs in the first half and used the elements to good effect leading 0-6 to 0-1 after 20 minutes with scores from play from Damien McShane, Neil McArdle, Ciaran McKenna and 3 long range frees from Marty McKenna. Keady replied with 3 points in quick succession to narrow the gap to 0-6 to 0-4; with halftime fast approaching Harps tagged on two late points from the industrious Matthew Cartmill and another Marty McKenna free to leave it 0-8 to 0-4 at the break. In the second half Keady, with the wind at their backs, scored 4 unanswered points to draw level. Entering the final quarter a Ciaran Clifford point temporarily lifted the siege for Harps, but Keady replied with 2 points to lead for the first time with only minutes remaining, but Harps showed great fighting spirit launching attack after attack and were finally rewarded when an injury time Marty McKenna free crept over the bar to leave the final score Harps 0-10 Keady 0-10.
An excellent team performance, with outstanding contributions from C Clifford, N McArdle, M McCoy, M McKenna, M Kelly & M Cartmill. The team lined out as follows: Sean Daly, Jamie Black, Ciaran Clifford(0-1), Laurence McKenna, Jim Marley, Neil McArdle(0-1) (C), Marty McCoy, Marty McKenna(0-5f), Gareth Richards, Michael Kelly, Ciaran McKenna(0-1), Mark Lennon, Colin McBride, Damien McShane(0-1), Matthew Cartmill(0-1). Subs: Paul Hagan for Mark Lennon; Not used, Declan Morris & Gregory Kerr.
Harps are at home to Clady next Wednesday night, all eligible players to assemble in Abbey Park for 6pm.
Thanks for that report Benny - interesting reading. Great to see Martin McKenna back strutting his stuff. He's bound to be in the running for a Senior place?
Harps v Mullabawn
Harps kicked off their 2007 league campaign at Abbey Park this afternoon when they hosted Mullabawn. The match, played in excellent conditions, was a tight and entertaining contest that kept the large crowd on their toes until the final whistle. Ultimately though for the Harps it was to prove extremely disappointing, as they fell to a two point defeat.
Harps played into the dressing room goals in the first half, with the aid of a slight breeze and soon had the opening score with a Joe Quigley free kick. Mullabawn equalised with a point from a free, taken by their number thirteen. Nippy was unlucky to see his long range effort for a point come back off the upright, and Mullabawn took advantage of this let off to race up the field and notch the first point from play. Mullabawn were looking threatening with each attack and a bad error in the Harps' defence gifted another point, and they further extended their lead with a point from another free. Harps though dug deep and managed the next four points of the game; the first three were Joe Quigley frees, with the fourth an excellent fisted effort from Nippy, as he jumped highest in the square to meet Joe Quigley's high sideline kick.
Play started to get scrappy at this point with both sides guilty of some bad shooting. At this stage Darren Ward was introduced for Harpo in the attack – Darren went top of the left and Ebbie moved out to the half forward line. Harps managed the last score of the half – Minnie Holmes running on to a long ball over the top, cutting inside and seeing his goalbound shot well saved by the Mullabawn keeper at the expense of a point.
Half time, Harps 0-06, Mullabawn 0-04.
Mullabawn made the early running in the second half and had a bad wide, which was quickly followed by a point from a free. Harps returned to the attack and Martin McKenna collected a bad clearance and pointed easily from thirty yards. Harps continued to press and Dynesy met a high ball across the square with both fists. However the ball agonisingly came off the far post and was cleared to safety. Joe Quigley added a further point from a free after Collie Holmes was fouled, to open up the Harps' biggest lead of the match. However all this hard work was undone in a single moment of carelessness. A long ball into the Harps defence was gathered on the left wing. The attacker drew several defenders before feeding the ball inside to the inrushing number six who had come up unmarked, and he found the net from close range. The wind was now in the Mullabawn sails, and they added a point from a free. Harps responded with a sense of urgency. Joe Quigley was wide with a long range free and Paul Dynes broke clear of the cover but saw his goalbound shot cleared by a combination of keeper and defender. Play was now end to end. Mullabawn's number ten added a point, but Ebby Toal cancelled this out with a well taken point. A brilliant long range Joe Quigley pointed free followed another Mullabawn wide, to give the Harps supporters hope. However Dynesy had a bad wide and this was punished with a point from a long range free at the other end. Joe Quigley yet again added another brilliant long range point from a free, but this was to be Harps last score. Despite having a couple of attempts at points to take the lead, it was Mullabawn who broke up for two further points, the second an expertly taken kick from an acute angle. Harps threw everything into attack in the last few minutes, and were perhaps guilty of panicking a little by going for goals too early – a close in free was lobbed into the square at a time when a draw was still within reach.
Final score, Harps 0-11, Mullabawn 1-10.
This was obviously a very disappointing start to the season. Harps appeared to be in control ten minutes into the second half but were undone by a bad defensive lapse, and they never fully recovered thereafter. Harps in contrast had several goal chances throughoput the game, but they failed to find the net on each occasion, and that ultimately was the difference. Best for the Harps were Collie Holmes in defence and Joe Quigley in attack. The Harps fielded as follows.
Gareth Richards, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Liam McAuley, Gerard McDonagh, Collie Holmes, Chuckie Morris, Martin McKenna 0-1, Nippy Swift 0-1, Harpo McKenna (Darren Ward), Smackers McAnaney, Joe Quigley 0-7 (0-7 frees), Ebby Toal 0-1, Minnie Holmes 0-1 and Paul Dynes.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 16, 2007, 12:11:48 PM
Harps v Mullabawn
Final score, Harps 1-10, Mullabawn 0-11.
This was obviously a very disappointing start to the season.
Rufus T Firefly in horrible typo shocker!
Quote from: Orior on April 16, 2007, 02:06:54 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 16, 2007, 12:11:48 PM
Harps v Mullabawn
Final score, Harps 1-10, Mullabawn 0-11.
This was obviously a very disappointing start to the season.
Rufus T Firefly in horrible typo shocker!
:D Thanks Orior - wishful thinking on my part! :P
Just shows how often it's read in the first place, as I put that up a couple of hours ago!! :-\
harps2002champs, benny
Hold on a wee minute lads.
I spent a few hours in the company of other club men last night.
Like it or not we are the subject of loads of conjecture at the minute around Peader and Nippy in particular.
Knowing I'm a Harpsman, they gave me a load of stick about our Club.
They cited a litany of examples of obstruction for transfers (Donnelly, McKinney, Jordan, Grimes), standing in the way of Mullabrack entering a B team in Mid competitions, disillusion of senior players with the current management setup.
As always I defended the Club as best I could but they seemed much more equipped with evidence - allbeit anecdotal - from committee meetings and mid board meetings and the likes.
Not wishing to stir these things any more than seems the case already, and being fully aware that I'll be accused of being from the "other end of town" or similar -
Is there anything the Club can tell us here to ease the discomfort a lot of us Harpsmen are feeling at the current spate of bad publicity ?
Once I give the boy the slapping that Benny told me to give him :D.........
Just want to add that the news about Toal came from within your club, its not as if outsiders are making it up lads
Perhaps it is just a rumour & he isnt going to Mullaghbrack ;)
Cheers for the reports Rufus and Bennydorano, keep them coming.
What about you Maddog? Hope you and the good lady are keeping alright - you missed a great day at the races - and I nabbed young Inch for his membership!! ;D
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 16, 2007, 03:09:32 PM
What about you Maddog? Hope you and the good lady are keeping alright - you missed a great day at the races - and I nabbed young Inch for his membership!! ;D
good enough for the wee man, you should have backdated it. ;)
F.A.O Full back....
The whole Toal rumour started off a while back but now its generally just a joke as there isn't any truth in it???
As for the transfer declines, i cant comment as I (like many fellow harpsmen) havent got the full facts on this matter... ???
Quote from: Candyman on April 16, 2007, 03:17:27 PM
F.A.O Full back....
The whole Toal rumour started off a while back but now its generally just a joke as there isn't any truth in it???
Didnt know that Candyman-it takes a while for gossip to get to the sticks!
honestly though, why would any lad who's on the county senior panel leave a Div 1 club to play Div 4 football?? and for what reason... as i said though its the Armagh rumour mill in full flight yet again!!! :-\
Quote from: Candyman on April 16, 2007, 03:26:43 PM
honestly though, why would any lad who's on the county senior panel leave a Div 1 club to play Div 4 football??
Was thinking that myself...
Unless he is going to go to your cross city rivals the year after that! :D
as i say full back... only a rumour!!! i would take everything you hear about the harps these days with a pinch of salt!!!
anyway even if he wanted to go i wouldn't let him... ;)
Quote from: Passing_Interest on April 16, 2007, 02:43:49 PM
harps2002champs, benny
Hold on a wee minute lads.
I spent a few hours in the company of other club men last night.
Like it or not we are the subject of loads of conjecture at the minute around Peader and Nippy in particular.
disillusion of senior players with the current management setup.
i would love to hear what stories are being put about in regards to nippy and pedar?? send me a private message about this
disillusion of the senior players is pure nonsense!!!
Quote from: Passing_Interest on April 16, 2007, 02:43:49 PM
harps2002champs, benny
Hold on a wee minute lads.
I spent a few hours in the company of other club men last night.
Like it or not we are the subject of loads of conjecture at the minute around Peader and Nippy in particular.
Knowing I'm a Harpsman, they gave me a load of stick about our Club.
They cited a litany of examples of obstruction for transfers (Donnelly, McKinney, Jordan, Grimes), standing in the way of Mullabrack entering a B team in Mid competitions, disillusion of senior players with the current management setup.
As always I defended the Club as best I could but they seemed much more equipped with evidence - allbeit anecdotal - from committee meetings and mid board meetings and the likes.
Not wishing to stir these things any more than seems the case already, and being fully aware that I'll be accused of being from the "other end of town" or similar -
Is there anything the Club can tell us here to ease the discomfort a lot of us Harpsmen are feeling at the current spate of bad publicity ?
I would suggest you take your greivances to the committee instead of airing them on a public forum.
Quotestanding in the way of Mullabrack entering a B team in Mid competitions
I cant let this beauty slide by, WTF?! when did the Harps become responisble for the fortunes of any other club team ??? unbelievable ::)
Benny
QuoteI would suggest you take your greivances to the committee instead of airing them on a public forum.
What grievance ? I dont have a grievance. I have a feeling of discomfort at not being equipped with facts to defend our Club or otherwise !
You know Benny not everyone on here is in to cloak and dagger stuff - some of us are genuinely concerned at the rumours and for the Club.
QuoteI cant let this beauty slide by, WTF?! when did the Harps become responisble for the fortunes of any other club team ??? unbelievable ::)
Again Benny dont shoot the messenger. I too replied that the Harps were irrelevant to Mullabrack's ambitions - only to be told that our representatives opposed their plans in a vote at the Mid Board level. As I didnt know this one way or another I couldnt comment.
I take the point about the public forum bit. However, as I stated clearly in my post, my aim in coming on here was to try and glean some level of proper info on these subjects from the likes of yourself and other good Club men.
I make no apologies for that and in fact would still appreciate anything constructive.....but hey if that isnt possible, so be it.....Let them talk eh ?
WUM
Bullshit Spirit.
There's that much crap & rumours circulating about Na clairsigh at the moment its hard to distinguish between fact and fiction!!! IMHO there are too many Harpsmen gettin worked up here over nothing and falling into the trap of these WUM's....
Any clown with an ounce of wit knows the vast majority of this is bullshit!!
As Pat Molloy would say T.W.T... ;)
Quote from: Candyman on April 17, 2007, 03:00:16 PM
IMHO there are too many Harpsmen gettin worked up here over nothing and falling into the trap of these WUM's....
Wind up merchant (singular) maybe - more likely though someone with his own agenda who really should get over the events of last year and move on.
The message in your post above Candyman - I agree 100%.
Here lads, Im obviously blissfully unaware of the bigger picture around all this stuff, so Ill bow out and leave it alone.
As confused as ever about it all, but f*** it the bottom line is.....Na Clairsigh Abu.
In the light of the decision to move the Armagh Ulster Championship fixture to the more restricted confines of Ballybofey, can I take this opportunity to remind several Harps supporters that membership is still due................if you take my meaning! ;)
rufus what about the gentlemen who paid membership months ago... will they be looked after??? ;)
Quote from: Candyman on April 19, 2007, 02:02:42 PM
rufus what about the gentlemen who paid membership months ago... will they be looked after??? ;)
As always Candyman - those who have paid membership by 28th February will have preference for Armagh Championship tickets over those who paid after this date.
Legends like myself need not worry then... (and Harpo of course) ;D
Quote from: Candyman on April 20, 2007, 09:35:21 AM
Legends like myself need not worry then... (and Harpo of course) ;D
the definition of legend must have changed from the last time i checked the dictionary
LEGEND:
1a: An unverified story handed down from earlier times, especially one popularly believed to be historical.
1b: A body or collection of such stories.
1c: A romanticized or popularized myth of modern times.
2: One that inspires legends or achieves legendary fame. = CANDYMAN!!!
3a: An inscription or a title on an object, such as a coin.
3b: An explanatory caption accompanying an illustration.
3c: An explanatory table or list of the symbols appearing on a map or chart.
Quote from: Candyman on April 20, 2007, 10:31:03 AM
LEGEND:
1c: A romanticized or popularized myth of modern times.
Thats Harpo alright, it's a popularized myth that he can play football! and of course we all know that he is a true romantic at heart, just ask the girlfriend!!!!
Quote from: Candyman on April 20, 2007, 10:31:03 AM
LEGEND:
1a: An unverified story handed down from earlier times, especially one popularly believed to be historical.
1b: A body or collection of such stories.
1c: A romanticized or popularized myth of modern times.
2: One that inspires legends or achieves legendary fame. = CANDYMAN!!!
3a: An inscription or a title on an object, such as a coin.
3b: An explanatory caption accompanying an illustration.
3c: An explanatory table or list of the symbols appearing on a map or chart.
Think this is the definition your looking for
legend - <noun> a lie that has attained the dignity of age ;D
or
A story about supernatural event, supernatural experience and supernatural characters such as an encounter with a ghost, a witch, or an old hag.
For anyone who doesn't read papers all Div 1 games have been changed to sat eveining @ 6.30pm
harps play Clans away and Tommy Moir is running a bus for anyone thats interested... ;)
Quote from: Candyman on April 20, 2007, 11:46:21 AM
For anyone who doesn't read papers all Div 1 games have been changed to sat eveining @ 6.30pm
harps play Clans away and Tommy Moir is running a bus for anyone thats interested... ;)
Put my name down....I'll ride shotgun............yes loaded of course. ;)
sure ye couldn't catch him last sunday.... then again ye cant beat lead as they say!!! ;)
Quote from: Horatio Kane on April 20, 2007, 04:16:49 PM
Quote from: Candyman on April 20, 2007, 11:46:21 AM
For anyone who doesn't read papers all Div 1 games have been changed to sat eveining @ 6.30pm
harps play Clans away and Tommy Moir is running a bus for anyone thats interested... ;)
Put my name down....I'll ride shotgun............yes loaded of course. ;)
:D
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 20, 2007, 04:45:38 PM
Quote from: Horatio Kane on April 20, 2007, 04:16:49 PM
Quote from: Candyman on April 20, 2007, 11:46:21 AM
For anyone who doesn't read papers all Div 1 games have been changed to sat eveining @ 6.30pm
harps play Clans away and Tommy Moir is running a bus for anyone thats interested... ;)
Put my name down....I'll ride shotgun............yes loaded of course. ;)
:D
Will yez be making yerselves known this evening lads?
Quote from: Donagh on April 21, 2007, 11:04:18 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 20, 2007, 04:45:38 PM
Quote from: Horatio Kane on April 20, 2007, 04:16:49 PM
Quote from: Candyman on April 20, 2007, 11:46:21 AM
For anyone who doesn't read papers all Div 1 games have been changed to sat eveining @ 6.30pm
harps play Clans away and Tommy Moir is running a bus for anyone thats interested... ;)
Put my name down....I'll ride shotgun............yes loaded of course. ;)
:D
Will yez be making yerselves known this evening lads?
Bad time to have a match, so wouldn't be sure how many will go in support. Horatio will probably go and I would hope Candyman will be inside the wire. I will be taking notes and asking questions like, "is wide with an 'i' or a 'y'?" :-[
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 21, 2007, 01:21:20 PM
Bad time to have a match, so wouldn't be sure how many will go in support. Horatio will probably go and I would hope Candyman will be inside the wire. I will be taking notes and asking questions like, "is wide with an 'i' or a 'y'?" :-[
Sure there was sandwiches and everything in the clubhouse for yez and not one ventured in :o
Quote from: Donagh on April 22, 2007, 12:51:02 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 21, 2007, 01:21:20 PM
Bad time to have a match, so wouldn't be sure how many will go in support. Horatio will probably go and I would hope Candyman will be inside the wire. I will be taking notes and asking questions like, "is wide with an 'i' or a 'y'?" :-[
Sure there was sandwiches and everything in the clubhouse for yez and not one ventured in :o
Now you tell me!! >:( Eh....what sort of sandwiches had yez? ;D
I'll get a report up tomorrow - have to say though; thoroughly enjoyable game of football, with the result in doubt right down to the wire; draw probably a fair result - played in front of a very big crowd too - maybe Saturday evening matches are the way forward!!
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 22, 2007, 12:54:18 AM
Quote from: Donagh on April 22, 2007, 12:51:02 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 21, 2007, 01:21:20 PM
Bad time to have a match, so wouldn't be sure how many will go in support. Horatio will probably go and I would hope Candyman will be inside the wire. I will be taking notes and asking questions like, "is wide with an 'i' or a 'y'?" :-[
Sure there was sandwiches and everything in the clubhouse for yez and not one ventured in :o
Now you tell me!! >:( Eh....what sort of sandwiches had yez? ;D
I'll get a report up tomorrow - have to say though; thoroughly enjoyable game of football, with the result in doubt right down to the wire; draw probably a fair result - played in front of a very big crowd too - maybe Saturday evening matches are the way forward!!
Did Jimmy Joe not eat them all? :D
Clan na Gael v Harps
Harps travelled to Lurgan on Saturday evening to play Clan na Gael, and in a very exciting contest in front of a big crowd, came away with a share of the spoils on a 0-12 to 0-12 scoreline.
Harps started off defending the dressing room goals and playing into a strong breeze. Clans had a bad wide before Harps were awarded a close in free for pulling off the ball. Joe Quigley opened the scoring with a point, and repeated the dose minutes later with a point from a free on the left; this time with the aid of a post. Clans returned to the attack, and Philip Oldham's run and shot crashed off the post. The rebound was worked back to Ronan Austen and his rasping shot hit the crossbar, before going over for a point. Nippy's brilliant diagonal pass placed Darren Ward for an excellent point, but this was to signal a period of Clan na Gael dominance. Barry O'Hagan had a point and this was followed with a point from their number fifteen on the overlap. Harps were then penalised for an off the ball incident and Barry O'Hagan again pointed from the resulting free. Willie McSorley's kick out was weak, and the ball was worked to Barry O'Hagan for his second point in a minute. Two bad wides for Clans – separated by a Martin McKenna wide for Harps – was followed by yet another Barry O'Hagan point, this time a magnificent effort with the outside of the boot from the right wing. Harps were struggling to keep in touch at this stage. Barry O'Hagan had another point from a free and a point from play soon followed to leave five between the sides. Joe Quigley lifted the siege with a point from a free, but the scoring for the half finished with a Clans point from their number ten, although Joe Quigley uncharacteristically had two wides from frees right at the death.
Half time, Clan na Gael 0-09, Harps 0-04.
Harps needed a good start to the half to have any hope of getting anything from the game, and to be fair they started the chase playing with a real sense of urgency. Joe Quigley scored a lovely point after a one-two with Darren Ward, and Nippy added a point from a long range free that bounced in a crowded square and over the bar. Smackers added a great point with the outside of his boot from out on the right to give the Harps' support hope. Philip Oldham and Smackers exchanged wides, but the run of play was still with Harps. Gerard McDonagh cut inside for a lovely point to leave a solitary point between the sides, but wides from Chuckie and Joe ensured the gap remained. Fans' favourite, Harpo McKenna, was introduced for Darren Ward in our attack, but the next score belonged to Clans, Barry O'Hagan scoring a great left footed point into the breeze. Joe had a point for Harps from a free, and with the excitement building, Harps had a let off when a Clans' free came back off the post to safety. Barry O'Hagan and Joe Quigley swapped points from frees and then Joe added a point from play to at last draw the Harps level. Clans were dealt a blow when Ronan Austen received a second yellow card, but to be fair they responded with the next point, through Diarmuid Marsden. Harps responded in great fashion, Ebby finishing a great move with a brilliant point from forty yards. Harps had the bit between their teeth and came looking the winner. With Martin McKenna now operating at full forward, a high ball in caused panic in the home defence, and a last ditch clearance resulted in a '45'. This unfortunately came to nothing and Clans broke and were awarded a kickable free out on the left. Barry O'Hagan's kick looked to have sealed victory, but Harps' captain Collie Holmes rose magnificently to save the day with a catch above the bar! With excitement now at fever pitch, Harps went down the field looking for the winner. The ball came to Smackers on the right wing, but his shot from forty yards faded agonisingly across the posts and out for a wide. From the kickout, the ref blew for time, bringing an enthralling and end to end contest to a conclusion.
Final score, Clan na Gael 0-12, Harps 0-12.
This was a match that the Harps will feel could have been won, but equally could have been lost late on. Although Harps can feel pleased with some of their movement and shooting in attack, there will also be concern with the ease Clans were able to work scores throughout the game. Best for Harps were captain Collie Holmes, Joe Quigley and in the second half Smackers McAnaney. The Harps fielded as follows.
Willie McSorley, Fergus McAleavey, Martin Gill, Liam McAuley, Chuckie Morris, Collie Holmes, Kevin Daly, Martin McKenna, Nippy Swift 0-1 (0-1 free), Ebby Toal 0-1, Minnie Holmes, Gerard McDonagh 0-1, Joe Quigley 0-7 (0-5 frees), Smackers McAnaney 0-1 and Darren Ward 0-1 (Harpo McKenna).
Sounds like I missed a cracker, busy with the wee ball, but good to see a point on the board for Na Clairsigh, not sure but is it Cross then Ogs up next, there not getting any easier.
Rufus what did you think of the ref on sunday?? and was it true that it was Donal Murtagh's brother??
Quote from: illdecide on April 23, 2007, 02:04:50 PM
Rufus what did you think of the ref on sunday?? and was it true that it was Donal Murtagh's brother??
Don't know if the ref was Donal Murtagh's brother or not, but I thought the ref did a fair enough job. He called it as he saw it, even if that included someone pulling a jersey 60 yards off the ball, in front of the nets. He also appeared to be strict on back chat, which I personally would like to see referrees clamp down on. Maybe he did not keep up with play as much, but I thought he did well.
Benny is there a B game tomorrow night?
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 23, 2007, 08:06:49 PM
Quote from: illdecide on April 23, 2007, 02:04:50 PM
Rufus what did you think of the ref on sunday?? and was it true that it was Donal Murtagh's brother??
Don't know if the ref was Donal Murtagh's brother or not, but I thought the ref did a fair enough job. He called it as he saw it, even if that included someone pulling a jersey 60 yards off the ball, in front of the nets. He also appeared to be strict on back chat, which I personally would like to see referrees clamp down on. Maybe he did not keep up with play as much, but I thought he did well.
No, i didn't mean that he was robbing any team in particular. He was fair enough, i just thought he blew up a bit to much over we petty things. and yes spot on for the slabbering bit. Austie deserved all he got, it wasn't a bad game. well done.
wats the story with the B game this week. Thought we had a bye but down in the paper that we play Cladai on Thur. Can anyone shed any light on this??
B game v Clady defintely on Thursday night under lights at 8.30pm(due to the U-16's having to reverse an away fixture with keady@7pm). Spread the word.
Are Clady playing 2 nights on the trot? ???
Whats the story with Peadar Toal these days? Will he be fit for the Donegal match?
Congratulations to the Saint Catherines Under 16 team who were crowned All Ireland Under 16 C Champions after their victory over Ballinamore of Leitrim this week - special mention if I may to the eleven members of the squad from the Harps!! 8)
http://www.stcatherinesarmagh.com/index.cfm/page/news/news_key/184
Correcto Rufus!! At least there's 1 good footballer in our house.... :P
Congratulations St. Catherines....
Are harps away to cross on Sunday
Quote from: sitdown on April 26, 2007, 08:50:24 PM
Are harps away to cross on Sunday
El correcto - 2.00pm throw in.
B Team beat Clady by a point tonight - 1-10 to 3-3 - a late point sealing the victory! Hopefully get a report up from Bennydorano! ;)
Here u go rufus
B Notes
In their second game of the season Harps entertained Clady under the floodlights in Abbey Park on Thursday night. As Clady travelled with a depleted squad the game was played with 13-a-side. Clady certainly used the extra space created by the smaller numbers to good effect scoring 3 points in the opening 10 minutes before Harp’s registered their first score through Stephen McAneaney. Damien McShane quickly added a second after his initial goalbound effort was well saved. Harps scored 3 more points through the excellent Matt Cartmill (2) and another from McAneaney to lead 0-5 to 0-3 after 20 minutes. Clady, playing some excellent football, responded well and after some heavy pressure and some poor Harps defending scored 2 quickfire goals to leave the half time score 2-3 to 0-5 in favour of Clady.
The Harps started the second half with greater purpose and energy and quickly added 3 points from play from Gareth Richards, Matt Cartmill and Damien McShane to leave only 1 between the teams. The Harps then had a period of sustained pressure that yielded nothing but several wides and numerous balls dropped short into the Clady keeper’s arms. Clady, sensing the let-off, broke up field and scored a goal to go 4 points in front entering the final 10 minutes. The Harps regrouped from this sucker punch and once again showed great fighting spirit; a Stephen McAneaney point and then a Matt Cartmill goal levelled matters entering injury time. Refusing to accept a draw, Harps pushed on and Darren Ward hit the winning point to leave the final score: Harps 1-10 Clady 3-3
Harps: Aidan Clifford, Jamie Black, Jim Marley, Patrick Wilson, Neil McArdle, Mickey Kelly, Gareth Richards (0-1), Stephen McAneaney (0-3), Matt Cartmill (1-3), Darren Ward (0-1), Paul Hagan, Sean Daly, Damien McShane (0-2). Niall Clifford, Declan Morris, Mark Lennon.
An excellent team performance form a severely understrength team, best for Harps were Jamie Black, Patrick Wilson, Stephen McAneaney, Matt Cartmill & Damien McShane.
Next game up is the championship at home to Granemore on Wednesday 2nd May at 7pm. All players to assemble for 6.15pm.
good win benny by the b team.Can't believe i see rufus promoting keady on the board,has there been another tranfer? ;D
Quote from: rootthemout on April 27, 2007, 12:55:02 PM
good win benny by the b team.Can't believe i see rufus promoting keady on the board,has there been another tranfer? ;D
It's true - I just think the committee are out of touch with my needs!! ;D
Rufus
My third post and !!!!! I am going back to the old Board(s)
We would take you in a heart beat.
Well ...I can only speak for Forty years or so ago when I was young and useless ;D
But then Keady only wakes up every 40 years or so .... when you least expect..... to bite the ass of the proud and haughty
We will not go away you know ;)
Harps got a harsh reminder off what has to come,if the team dont knuckle down and get themselves sorted.
Best for harps had to be Vernon,while Wee Joe tried hard,we had no threat up front.Harpo tried hard and in my opinion was hard done by being taken off at half time.
But hopefully Harps can turn it around for next week against the oggs.
Any guesses who T.M. will be cheering for
Why was Joe taken off yesterday ??? Was he injured?
poor display yesterday,we have a lot to find for start of june.charlie solid as usual,playing up front must be nightmare,forwards make runs and ball not released to them quick enough.harpo must feel hard done by again.
Quote from: rootthemout on April 30, 2007, 03:49:37 PM
poor display yesterday,we have a lot to find for start of june.charlie solid as usual,playing up front must be nightmare,forwards make runs and ball not released to them quick enough.harpo must feel hard done by again.
rootthemout i hear your at the gym 5 nights a week are you making a come back. :o :o :o :o :o
judas1,
I heard roothemout was raging because LA fitness are closed over the may bank hoiday.. ;)
he's an athlete ;D
Any guesses who T.M. will be cheering for?
Who the feck knows? This time next week Tommy could be a Harps man again. :P
B championship tomorrow night 7.15 throw in in Abbey V Granemore. Assemble for 6.30.
say nothin,why will u not turn out for the b team?R u to good to play b football?
judas 1 if your transfer is through from granemore you might be eligible for b team.could you fill your brothers boots?certainly fill his togs!!! ;D
Quotesay nothin,why will u not turn out for the b team?R u to good to play b football?
He wasn't too good to play in last years final ;)
As has been already commented on, very disappointing defeat in Crossmaglen on Sunday. This was always going to be a tough match - All Ireland Club Champions no less - and the fact that they would still be in prime condition having been training for the Final up to a few weeks ago meant that the odds would be stacked against us.
That said, I couldn't help but get the feeling that the Harps team did not really believe they could win the game, and there was an awful inevitability about the result from a long way out.
Rangers will obviously be a huge mountain to climb come the Championship - but without belief, it will be a hopeless task. Hopefully the team can put this defeat behind them, and get a bit of a run together in the league to build some confidence for the Championship.
A full report of Sunday's game has been added to the Seniors Section of the Club website.
www.armaghharps.com
your apprentice told me today he was instructed to get BROWN BREAD when around at the deli in okanes..this suit might fit for first communion after all ;D
Benny any word on a report for the game last night?
From all accounts Harpo had a stormer, maybe this is his way of proving to the senior managment team that he is worth his place!
Did Dynsey play?
QuoteFrom all accounts Harpo had a stormer, maybe this is his way of proving to the senior managment team that he is worth his place!
Bit of a difference playing Mid-Armagh B football than Division 1 football and Senior Championship ??? ???
B notes
Harps eventually came through a very tight fought encounter with Granemore in the preliminary round of the B championship on Wednesday night in Abbey Park.
The opening 10 minutes saw the teams trade points with Marty McKenna, Ciaran McKenna and Mickey Kelly registering for Harps; with the teams level on 3 points apiece Granemore capitalised on a Harps’ defensive mistake to score the only goal of the game. Harps’ responded positively and replied with points from Darren Ward (2), Damien McShane and a Paul McKenna free, with half time approaching Granemore added 2 further points, but another Paul McKenna free for Harps sent the teams in level at 0-8 to 1-5.
Harps opened the second half in determined fashion and quickly added 2 points from play from Paul McKenna and Damien McShane to lead 0-10 to 1-5, Granemore scored 3 of the next 4 scores (in between Marty McCoy pointed brilliantly from play) to level the game at 0-11 to 1-8 with 15 minutes to go. Harps then stepped up a gear to score 5 points to Granemore’s 1 in the remaining time with points from Marty McCoy and the increasingly influential Paul McKenna. Granemore searched for a late goal to close the gap but Harps’ defence stood firm to hold on for a 0-16 to 1-9 win.
Overall, an excellent team performance with outstanding contributions from Liam McAuley, Marty McKenna, Mickey Kelly, Paul Mckenna, Marty McCoy and Darren Ward. The team lined out as follows:
Sean Daly; Jamie Black, Ciaran Clifford, Jim Marley; Patrick Wilson, Neil McArdle (C), Liam McAuley; Martin McKenna; Ciaran McKenna; Mickey Kelly; Paul McKenna; Martin McCoy; Darren Ward; Damien McShane; Peter Quigley. Subs: Colin McBride, Anthony McElmeel, Aidan Clifford, Mark Lennon, Declan Morris, Gregory Kerr, Paul Hagan.
Next up is an away fixture to Middletown on Wednesday 16th May, players to assemble in Abbey for 6.15pm. May 23rd we are away to Keady in the championship. Note Change of date - my mistake.
'From all accounts Harpo had a stormer, maybe this is his way of proving to the senior managment team that he is worth his place!'
Are you for real here - I mean really?????
Quote from: Scarface on May 03, 2007, 01:59:03 PM
'From all accounts Harpo had a stormer, maybe this is his way of proving to the senior managment team that he is worth his place!'
Are you for real here - I mean really?????
Absolutely ;)
harpo indeed had a very good second half scoring points (not usually his forte) from play, frees and a sideline with the outside of the boot. He was heard issuing a warning in the changing rooms afterwards to wee Joe regarding the senior teams freetaking ;)
Good win for the Harps, really impressed by several of the younger guys, McCoy, looks really classy on the ball and has the balls to match.
Quote from: Spiritof98 on May 03, 2007, 02:24:33 PM
harpo indeed had a very good second half scoring points (not usually his forte) from play, frees and a sideline with the outside of the boot. He was heard issuing a warning in the changing rooms afterwards to wee Joe regarding the senior teams freetaking ;)
he cant hit free's from the dug-out (beside me...) ;)
Took a trip to see the game against cross. vernon had his best game in a while. what has happened to joe quigley? he carried no scoring threat at all. i was disappointed at how easily harps bowed the knee to cross given it was a championship dress rehearsal.
Very disappointing result yesterday against City rivals, Pearse Og. Harps led for most of the game but were undone in the closing minutes when the Pearse Og notched 2-2 without reply, to finish victors by 5 points.
Best for us were Martin Gill in defence and Kevin Kelly in attack. Best wishes to Liam McAuley and Joe Quigley for speedy recoveries, as both lads had to leave the field with injuries.
A full report of the match has been posted on the Harps website! Hope you enjoy it Gerry! :(
www.armaghharps.com
Rufus,Even though it was a local derby match,JJ Clarke should have been sent off for his thuggery towards Chucky,i wonder if he had of had a different surname would he have been given a straight red card,which he deserved,this harps team is very young,and it will take a few years to reach their full potential.It is a big step up to senior level, their time wil come. Dom, Gola and Magoo will bring out the best of them.When the squad is fully fit and together they will come good,
Quote from: Iron Fist on May 11, 2007, 12:57:01 PM
Rufus,Even though it was a local derby match,JJ Clarke should have been sent off for his thuggery towards Chucky,i wonder if he had of had a different surname would he have been given a straight red card,which he deserved,this harps team is very young,and it will take a few years to reach their full potential.It is a big step up to senior level, their time wil come. Dom, Gola and Magoo will bring out the best of them.When the squad is fully fit and together they will come good,
Crap refereeing, Ebby toal and his marker traded blows for quite a while and the ref did nothing.
Quote from: Iron Fist on May 11, 2007, 12:57:01 PM
this harps team is very young,and it will take a few years to reach their full potential.It is a big step up to senior level, their time wil come.
From an outsider's point of view the same things have been said for 5 or 6 years now, and you don't seem any closer to gathering up a team capable of winning (or even finishing second to Cross) a county championship.
Quote from: Smokin Joe on May 12, 2007, 02:10:11 PM
Quote from: Iron Fist on May 11, 2007, 12:57:01 PM
this harps team is very young,and it will take a few years to reach their full potential.It is a big step up to senior level, their time wil come.
From an outsider's point of view the same things have been said for 5 or 6 years now, and you don't seem any closer to gathering up a team capable of winning (or even finishing second to Cross) a county championship.
No team have come close to beating Cross in the championship over the last 11 years :o
The Ogs and Killeavy came very close
Quote from: Uladh on May 12, 2007, 03:05:27 PM
The Ogs and Killeavy came very close
Quote from: Hedley Lamarr on May 12, 2007, 02:25:30 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on May 12, 2007, 02:10:11 PM
Quote from: Iron Fist on May 11, 2007, 12:57:01 PM
this harps team is very young,and it will take a few years to reach their full potential.It is a big step up to senior level, their time wil come.
From an outsider's point of view the same things have been said for 5 or 6 years now, and you don't seem any closer to gathering up a team capable of winning (or even finishing second to Cross) a county championship.
No team have come close to beating Cross in the championship over the last 11 years :o
Are use two jokers for real? Ogs and Killeavy one off matches. Dromintee have beeen consistently a kick of the ball away from beating cross! Uladh are u not meant to be from dromintee? All u are is a negative p***k!
The question was had anyone come close to beating cross in the last 11 years...
Killeavy had them dead and buried (6 up with 10 mins left) and ogs were 3 up with time up. is that not coming close to beating them?
Dromintee haven't been in a position where anyone could have thought dromintee had the game won at any stage that i remember?
I'm not from Dromintee.
Now crawl back under your rock you arse.
Quote from: Hedley Lamarr on May 12, 2007, 02:25:30 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on May 12, 2007, 02:10:11 PM
Quote from: Iron Fist on May 11, 2007, 12:57:01 PM
this harps team is very young,and it will take a few years to reach their full potential.It is a big step up to senior level, their time wil come.
From an outsider's point of view the same things have been said for 5 or 6 years now, and you don't seem any closer to gathering up a team capable of winning (or even finishing second to Cross) a county championship.
No team have come close to beating Cross in the championship over the last 11 years :o
Hedley, why don't you read my sentence again. ::)
Quote from: Smokin Joe on May 12, 2007, 02:10:11 PM
Quote from: Iron Fist on May 11, 2007, 12:57:01 PM
this harps team is very young,and it will take a few years to reach their full potential.It is a big step up to senior level, their time wil come.
From an outsider's point of view the same things have been said for 5 or 6 years now, and you don't seem any closer to gathering up a team capable of winning (or even finishing second to Cross) a county championship.
You're quite right Joe. Those with long memories who have been around this Board a while, will remember how pleased I was in 2003 when, despite losing to Cross in the semi-final by four points, we gave them a good run for their money. That was a very young Harps team, and the future appeared bright.
That bright future has faded, and the problems that have caused those prospects to fade are not uniquely Harps' problems. They are society issues that have seen teams like Clans fall away badly.
Our minor team won the Ulster Minor Club Championship as recently as New Year's Day 2004. That same age group played Cross in last year's Under 21 semi-final and were beaten out the gate. Having seen that game, I would have no difficulty in believing that Cross will win twenty Senior Championships in a row!
Some people appear to have very high expectations of this harps team.At the moment they are strugglingin the forward line,due to not having many naturally scoring forwards.Wee Joe and Kevin Kelly are their main threats and both of them are carrying injuries.Where do you think the harps scoring threat will come from. Tir na Og will be a stern test
Excellent victory for the Harps in Portadown this afternoon. It was hard fought throughout, but the Harps held on for a one point victory by 0-16 to 0-15.
Best for the Harps, in what was a great team effort, were Joe Quigley, Kevin Kelly, Martin McCoy and Harpo McKenna.
Hopefully this is the wee lift that the Harps need to get a good run going in the league.
A full report of the game will be in the Seniors Section of our website later this evening.
www.armaghharps.com
Yes it was a good victory today, Nippy Swift had a good game in the middle of the park. From Guff right through to Harpo the harps had lifted their game, Even though the referee didnt give the harps to much,the lads held on for a good morale boosting win.
Good to see the Harps have resumed their winning ways, just one thing owever, is the standard of referring that bad or have people just become used to complaining about the officials?
maybe it is time they had two refs, one for each half, some of them are not able to keep up with play and then make bad decisions!
Just a note to remind members that anyone interested in tickets for the forthcoming Ulster Championship match in Ballybofey, should give their names, in writing, to Don Richards by May 20th.
Please pass this on to fellow members!
Quote from: Uladh on May 03, 2007, 05:01:04 PM
Took a trip to see the game against cross. vernon had his best game in a while. what has happened to joe quigley? he carried no scoring threat at all. i was disappointed at how easily harps bowed the knee to cross given it was a championship dress rehearsal.
??? ??? ???
Surely!
Are the Minors playing the Ogs tonight ?
If so, where ?
What time ?
Yep passing interest, the city derby
throw-in at 7:15ish
at Pearse Park, Ballycrummy
Should be a good game as both sides have impressed in the league up until now. Lookign forward to it.
Just a quick mention for anybody interested
Two young Harps players, Martin Mc Coy and Mark Mc Conville
are holding a Table Quiz to aid the St Patricks College Armagh Trip to Toronto
Table Quiz
Friday 18th May
Harps Social Club
9:00pm
5pound admission, Lots of prizes to be won on the night.
Is it a sports quiz, how many per team etc.
Just your average table quiz spirit, theres the usual picture and sports rounds, no limit to teams, which, i think are picked on the night should be good craic. From what ive heard a good mixture of the young and old.
******
Just a mention for Conor Coulter when playing for the minors last night against Perase Ogs, had to retire due to a head injury caused by an accidental onfield collision. Hope you get better soon.
The B game tonight has been switched from Middletown to Abbey Park, 7.30 throw in, meeting up for 6.45
B's won tonight 2-11 to 1-3, no report as Rufus sr is doing the needful for the locals. Good overall performance tonight, best for Harps Jamie Black, Ciaran Clifford(1-2?), MArty McKenna(0-4), Matt Cartmill(1-1), Stephen Druse(0-1), and Darren Ward(0-2).
Championship next week Wednesday away to Keady, meeting at Abbey for 6.30, 7.30 throw in.
Quote from: bennydorano on May 16, 2007, 09:35:47 PM
B's won tonight 2-11 to 1-3, no report as Rufus sr is doing the needful for the locals. Good overall performance tonight, best for Harps Jamie Black, Ciaran Clifford(1-2?), MArty McKenna(0-4), Matt Cartmill(1-1), Stephen Druse(0-1), and Darren Ward(0-2).
Championship next week Wednesday away to Keady, meeting at Abbey for 6.30, 7.30 throw in.
Stephen Druse... a bit of old school there benny!! Is he still sporting the grey/ginger beard???? :D
The B match tonight away to Keady in the championship has a 6.45pm throw in. Meeting in Abbey for 6. (only found out this morning as the Irish News didn't carry a throw in time yesterday)
Anyone know the venue and time for the Senior Championship game against Cross on 3rd June?
Scheduled for Keady, Junee 3rd - 8pm.
B's beat Keady tonight 1-7 to 0-6. Hard to single out any one player as it was an excellent team performance, different players had their moments at different times. Keady were Keady, tried to physically bully the youngest lads on the pitch, tackle with fists etc.... Sam McClatchey was ref >:( When is the mid board going to put him out of his misery? a disgrace.
Quote from: bennydorano on May 24, 2007, 12:18:25 AM
B's beat Keady tonight 1-7 to 0-6. Hard to single out any one player as it was an excellent team performance, different players had their moments at different times. Keady were Keady, tried to physically bully the youngest lads on the pitch, tackle with fists etc.... Sam McClatchey was ref >:( When is the mid board going to put him out of his misery? a disgrace.
McClatchey has been a carbunkle on the arsehole of Armagh football for decades benny and I think he will drop dead reffing a game (badly).
teams see Sam reffing and know that they will get away with murder because he was a thug when he kicked a ball back in the day but the truth is he stinks as a ref just like he did as a player and they will probably wheel him out there until somebody gets their neck broke and then tell him he is done.
As for keady picking on the lighter lads, sure tey have done tha for years and got away with that, it has served them well over the years. I dunno why but I detest keady and always did and the only saving grace for that tip was the fact that it always produced a couple of tremendous looking quare and that always helped.
Quote from: stew on May 24, 2007, 03:22:33 AM
Quote from: bennydorano on May 24, 2007, 12:18:25 AM
B's beat Keady tonight 1-7 to 0-6. Hard to single out any one player as it was an excellent team performance, different players had their moments at different times. Keady were Keady, tried to physically bully the youngest lads on the pitch, tackle with fists etc.... Sam McClatchey was ref >:( When is the mid board going to put him out of his misery? a disgrace.
McClatchey has been a carbunkle on the arsehole of Armagh football for decades benny and I think he will drop dead reffing a game (badly).
teams see Sam reffing and know that they will get away with murder because he was a thug when he kicked a ball back in the day but the truth is he stinks as a ref just like he did as a player and they will probably wheel him out there until somebody gets their neck broke and then tell him he is done.
As for keady picking on the lighter lads, sure tey have done tha for years and got away with that, it has served them well over the years. I dunno why but I detest keady and always did and the only saving grace for that tip was the fact that it always produced a couple of tremendous looking quare and that always helped.
And so speaks Brad Pitt.........or is it little s**t ;)
Good luck to the lads tomorrow night. Time for the boys to become men. Come on the Harps!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: Spiritof98 on June 02, 2007, 10:28:22 AM
Good luck to the lads tomorrow night. Time for the boys to become men. Come on the Harps!!!!!!!!!
Good call!! As a Harps supporter, all I ask is that those who play tomorrow night have the same pride in the jersey that management had in their playing days!
If that's the case, irrespective of the result, I will have no complaints! ;)
By the way - out of commission for a while, so good to be back. Will get a report up on the Whitecross game for the Harps website as soon as possible - does not make for nice reading!! :(
Be brave!
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Quote from: armaghniac on June 02, 2007, 11:12:01 PM
Be brave!
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Is that the Light Brigade? :o
Have to say that painful and all as the defeat was tonight, great to see the team playing with pride in the shirt. Cross won by 0-14 to 1-04, and were clearly the better team, but the Harps were up for the game and I thought did themselves proud! Best for the Harps were Charlie Vernon and Kevin Daly with Nippy and Colly Holmes giving it their all throughout!
Get a report up on the Harps website tomorrow!
Thought the Harps lads did well - showed a fair bit of fight but Cross showed a lot of class when needed...the ref was a total joke..thought vernon was excellent....have to say I thought both holmes and Nippy were pretty quiet with neither standing out. When you play Cross you got to take all the chances that come your way and Harps had a few at the start of the 2nd half but did not capitalise
Cross will be a hard nut to crack for any team - so well done for giving them a good game -
you after a degree in avoiding the topic.
I've addressed the topic - are you happy now ?
Thought the Harps missed too many chances, the high ball into young Kelly seemed to be the way to go but they didn't use it enough.The Harps had to work far harder for their frees. The Cross No. 12 Murtagh should have been sent off for blatant punch in the second half which led to the scuffle.They should have changed their free taker, too many misses, I thought Quigley was their free taker.It will take a lot to shift Cross. Hard Luck Harps !
Missed Johnny Murtagh's punch, but how did he not get the line for throwing the ball at the linesman midway through the second half. ???
Hard luck to Harps. Tried hard but you cant afford to kick as many wides when playing a class outfit like cross. everything had to go for us and not go for Cross.
Kevin Kelly's sending of was a bit harsh, at most a ticking. McEntee deserved to walk.
Eamon Nugent.........Useless AGAIN >:(
Have to agree with Rufus the lads played with great pride in the shirt and on another day with the scoring boots on we could have pipped them. Lets not forget this team is upbeaten in this competition close on 12 years. There was several issues that determined the outcome of the game, dodgy referee, crucial sending off, wides, but I imo it was the craft of Cross, that won the day. Knowing when to go down for a free is probably what wins them most of these games I think they only shot 3 or 4 from play with the majority coming in the last 10 mins.
Regarding our tactics, the ball into Kelly should have been utilised more. I didn't see the thinking behind playing Joe in the corner considering he's played half foward all year (all career)(not making excuses), playing lenny there to Limit Kernan did not work in my opinion but overall i think our forwards just didn't show up yesterday. Although pleased with the commitment shown yesterday what concerns me is that for the last 4 years (Mullabawn,Drominteex2,Cross) the forward showing has been very poor, they don't seem to be able to deal with Championship intensity.
Hard luck to lads and good luck with the rest of the league campaign, its vital we stay in the top flight.
Good to hear that the boys showed good spirit and worked hard. Heard Liam McAuley had to be taken off with a nasty injury, any word on how he is?
Quote from: thewingedlady on June 04, 2007, 05:25:54 PM
Good to hear that the boys showed good spirit and worked hard. Heard Liam McAuley had to be taken off with a nasty injury, any word on how he is?
I think Liam spent the night in hospital with a broken/dislocated shoulder. Best wishes to Liam for a speedy recovery.
Report of the game is now up on our website, under the Seniors Section.
www.armaghharps.com
Welcome home Rufus! ;)
Quote from: Billys Boots on June 04, 2007, 07:21:23 PM
Welcome home Rufus! ;)
You're very kind William - it's good to be back!!
There are no fixtures intoday's Irish News - That B semi v Ogs is Wed night in Abbey at 8pm ,players to assemble for 7.15pm.
we hit 5 wides in the first 10-15mins which didnt help and the ref (dont get me started>:( ) gave some soft free's to cross in the late stages of the game!! Then again, if ye dont get the scores on the board how can ye expect to win?? an encouraging display i thought which was a big difference from the whitecross game the week before... :-\
You had a stormer yourself Candyman. How's the head today boss.
dont talk... ye can imagine wat is was like with us louts in full swing!! ;)
b match on 2nite anyone??
Im working tonight but I think its away to Mullabrack, should be interesting
I thought the Harps B side played under the name of O'Donovan Ross, Mullabrack.
Well you thought wrong exile! smartass.
Stew,
I think you will find that more than two-thirds of the Mullaback team are former Harps players.
Quote from: Armagh Exile on June 13, 2007, 09:26:32 PM
Stew,
I think you will find that more than two-thirds of the Mullaback team are former Harps players.
And I think you'll find that three-thirds of the Harps B Team are current Harps players! ;)
Touché ;D
I think you'll also find that a number of ex-ogs men a part of the 'brack set-up, ;) so it's more an armagh city b team :D :D
Any word if the game is going ahead tonight? There's been some rain.
i dont see why it shouldn't be on, maghery pitch should hold up ok???
if we keep playing the way we did against cross with the added bonus of more scores on the board ;) we should get a win 2nite?!?!?!?
Correctamondo!! If the same spirit is show tonight as in the Cross game, I would be confident of coming away with 2 points.
Is it true Joe isn't allowing the county boys to play tonight ??? It's 3 weeks to the next match ffs
dont think they are allowed but Peadar is playing! he needs games badly to get his fitness levels up... ::)
Just heard there, Vernon is also playing for Harps 2nite with Lavery and Forker lining out for Maghery.... ::)
Happy days. That should make it more interesting.
oh it will surely..... ;D
Candyman if Maghery are getting the rain that we are getting in the town today theres no chance that pitch with the river and Lough nearby can hold up. Goodluck anyway!
as Pat Molloy would say... T.W.T!! :D
what time's your match at tonight lads?might head down to it.think maghery got a new pitch a couple of years ago-i'd say it could take a fair drop of the wet stuff!
think you'll also find that a number of ex-ogs men a part of the 'brack set-up, so it's more an armagh city b team
the bracks best player, apple jordan, is a former harps great
Quote from: EannaAbu on June 15, 2007, 01:17:19 PM
think you'll also find that a number of ex-ogs men a part of the 'brack set-up, so it's more an armagh city b team
the bracks best player, apple jordan, is a former harps great
i wouldn't exactly say that now??? how long is it as a matter of interest since Paul played with the Harps?
Think he might have played up to U21. He's now 34, so it's been a while. If my memory serves me right, I think he started his career at Port Mor as did Shoot.
I think his last year for the harps was as a sub in the b' county final of 97/8?
Quote from: Louis the Red on June 15, 2007, 02:27:50 PM
Think he might have played up to U21. He's now 34, so it's been a while. If my memory serves me right, I think he started his career at Port Mor as did Shoot.
playing out in Port Mor with their uncle playing the pipes before the match... ;)
Talk of Abble and the Mullabrack defectors got me thinking..........
This is one for you historians:
Can anyone think of any former Harps player who went on to win anything with another club after leaving the Harps ?
Benny o'kane Granemore intermediate or else junior c'hamp
Gerry something - left Harps seniors and went on to win several Fermanagh county championships with Enniskillen Gaels
Rufus should know his name
Quote from: fcuksake on June 15, 2007, 02:53:47 PM
Gerry something - left Harps seniors and went on to win several Fermanagh county championships with Enniskillen Gaels
Rufus should know his name
how long ago are you talking about fcuksake?
all those that went to mullabrack!!! They won their first championship match under Charlie Agnew last year for the first time in nearly a decade i think???? :P
Mid 90's. I actually think he won a B championship with Harps as well as playing for the seniors.
Don't recall any gerry leaving the harps.
they were beat in a b final in 97 won it the following year and then two years later i think as well as two years ago but don't ever recall a gerry playing for them, but i'm probably wrong! know doubt rufus will let us know. although i know that benny o'kane won a Championship with Granemore!
Quote from: fcuksake on June 15, 2007, 02:53:47 PM
Gerry something - left Harps seniors and went on to win several Fermanagh county championships with Enniskillen Gaels
Rufus should know his name
Gerry "the Claw" Cauldwell :D
Quote from: fcuksake on June 15, 2007, 02:53:47 PM
Gerry something - left Harps seniors and went on to win several Fermanagh county championships with Enniskillen Gaels
Rufus should know his name
Gerry McDermott is the lad in question. Gerry was an awful nice fella - played for about 12-18 months for Harps at both Senior and B level - usually at wing half forward. To this day I have never seen opinion as divided about one Harps player, as opinion was on Gerry. Many thought he was County standard and many others thought he wasn't Senior Club level!!
Gerry left in 1994, and the last I heard he was at Enniskillen Gaels. He had his most famous moment with them in recent years, when in a tight Ulster Club game, he scored what turned out to be a decisive goal against Crossmaglen Rangers.
And just by coincidence, I was with Egg and Head, walking down Ballybofey main street (at the Championship match), when we bumped in to Gerry, who was there stewarding. It was great to see him again - Gerry as always was as sound as a pound!
One last thing - I do recall a Super Leeds v Manure game around that time, when Super Leeds did the bizzo! 8) Big crowd in the Club, and Gerry, a Manure fanatic, got into a scrape with Super Leeds fanatic, Bonehead McCreadie! :)
Quote from: Passing_Interest on June 15, 2007, 02:42:14 PM
Talk of Abble and the Mullabrack defectors got me thinking..........
This is one for you historians:
Can anyone think of any former Harps player who went on to win anything with another club after leaving the Harps ?
I would say Magoo McGinn, who joined us from the Ogs in 1988, staying one season, before heading off to Collegeland - they won the Intermediate in 1990.
Paddy McShane left Harps after 1989 to join Madden, and I would have a notion Paddy might have accumulated at least a Junior, and possibly an Intermediate with the Rapparees!
I think the okane brothers won junior titles with granemore
Seniors rather unlucky to lose out by a point to Maghery down at the lough shore last Friday night. Exciting end to end game was eventually won by a late Maghery point. Will get a report of the game on to the Club website today, and that will be me up to date at long last! ;D
I've heard we are down for two home league fixtures this week? Anyone confirm? Of our seven league games so far, only two have been at home, and the two teams we still have to play are Culloville and Dromintee.
Congratualtions to our Under 12s, after they beat the Grange by a point in a thriller, last Saturday evening in Abbey Park, to take the Mid Championship!
www.armaghharps.com
Home to Dromintee on Friday and away to Mullabawn Sunday
Take it the game on Sunday will be early - Graveyard Sunday @ 3pm
I Think Sundays game will be off, unless they play it at 12
anyone at the minor game last night? how they play?
heard they played well and the u-16s that have been drafted in are showing up well. I dont know what they won by, but they now face the ogs in the Mick higgins S-final
Quote: anyone at the minor game last night? how they play?
Harps Minors beat Madden by four points on Monday night.
Good game but come half time with madden two points up and Harps playing downfield with a notable breeze (especially in Ballymacnab) it was thought that two points wasnt a good enough lead. Turns out it wasnt
They now play Ogs in Mick Higgins Final against the old rivals on Monday 2nd July in Abbey Park.
By all accounts this team, as well the Under 16s who have performed so well, deserves all the credit for their showings to date and the final should be a good match.
Quote from: Armagh Cúchulainns on June 20, 2007, 10:45:31 AM
Quote: anyone at the minor game last night? how they play?
Harps Minors beat Madden by four points on Monday night.
Good game but come half time with madden two points up and Harps playing downfield with a notable breeze (especially in Ballymacnab) it was thought that two points wasnt a good enough lead. Turns out it wasnt
They now play Ogs in Mick Higgins Final against the old rivals on Monday 2nd July in Abbey Park.
By all accounts this team, as well the Under 16s who have performed so well, deserves all the credit for their showings to date and the final should be a good match.
I hope so, but were they not hammered by the piggery in the league.
did the ogs beat tullysaran by much in the semi? they must have a rite good minor team with 4 county minors on board?
What sort of team will yous feild on Friday, everyone still on board after the Cross match?
I'd imagine a depleted side, things not goin well as usual!! ask anyone from the ogs... ;)
B's beat An Port Mor this evening 1-9 to 0-9, rode our luck at times but a good win. That leaves us on 9pts after 5 games, but the other teams have all played at least 6 or 7, this could fook us up for the proposed all county B league as the cut-off point is the 5th July and the top 4 go through to it.
QUOTE: I hope so, but were they not hammered by the piggery in the league.
Yes, they where, but for that match they had 16 players, two of which played when they shouldnt have and then paramedics where called to take another Harps player away. A bad showing by all accounts.
Granted maybe the game wont be the best final ever witnessed, but the team has good fighting spirit and defo will not be lying down this time round should the going get tough. Also its in Abbey so it may suit Harps with a smaller pitch (only in terms of Pearse Park).
Quote from: Armagh Cúchulainns on June 21, 2007, 10:08:19 AM
QUOTE: I hope so, but were they not hammered by the piggery in the league.
Yes, they where, but for that match they had 16 players, two of which played when they shouldnt have and then paramedics where called to take another Harps player away. A bad showing by all accounts.
Granted maybe the game wont be the best final ever witnessed, but the team has good fighting spirit and defo will not be lying down this time round should the going get tough. Also its in Abbey so it may suit Harps with a smaller pitch (only in terms of Pearse Park).
Aye I knew Coco was carried off, didn't know how depleted they were. It would be good to get one over the ogs.
Also when is the U-16 final, Ballmacnab i think.
Few interesting fixtures on the way this week
Friday 22nd - Harps Seniors home to Dromintee
Sunday 24th - Harps Seniors away to Mullaghbawn possible time change to midday
Monday 25th June - Harps home to Dromintee (Minor Championship)
Wednesday 27th June - Harps B's play Granemore venue + time tbc
Thursday 28th June - Harps play B'nab in Under 16 final venue tbc - irish news to confirm on tuesday
Saturday 30th June - Harps B's play Ballyhegan venue + time tbc
Monday 2nd July - Harps home to Pogs in Mick Higgins Cup Final
is the mick higgins final played in abbey park every year?
Why is it every year we seem to draw Harps away in the minor championship.
Great win for the Harps tonight in Abbey Park - all round, great team effort saw us get home by three points, 1-10 to 0-10. As stated, everyone played well, although the spine was particularly strong - really pleased for Jungle at full back, Minnie at number centre half forward and Gerard McDonagh at full forward, who all had great games! I'll get a report up tomorrow on the Harps website.
Can anyone confirm details of Sunday's fixture away to Mullabawn? I think there might be an early throw in due to Graveyard Sunday in the City this weekend.
Finally, sympathies to the Campbell family on the death of Pat.
Pat is dad of former Harps' Senior players Seamus, Padraig, Brian and Womble.
May Pat Rest In Peace.
;D ;D
2 points.
thought the lads played the shirts of their back tonight.. ;D
Tomorrows match against mullaghbawn is at 12 mid day,itwas a fantastic match againsy dromintee will do wonders for the boys confidence. rooney in fulll foward was a revelation,marty gill in center half was a master switch,but jungle in full back was a stroke of genious.Kevin daly had another rock steady game
You do know Dromintee were msissing 7 championship starters, you seem very very pleased over a match you should have won anyway?
I'd make it 8 Corn if you count Vincy martin, who crawled out of his sick bed to go watch the game and ended up coming on! As i said on the other thread the lads never deserved in the least to get a result on the night but two big factor from dromintee's point of view were that neither regular midfielders were there to give us our usual platform and that the lads had a very heavy running session the night before the game.
Well that is stupid then having a session before a match but most defientley a depleted side.
Quote from: corn02 on June 23, 2007, 02:50:25 PM
You do know Dromintee were msissing 7 championship starters, you seem very very pleased over a match you should have won anyway?
A total irrelevance to the Harps. We are out of the Championship, and now have to look to the rest of the league to try and maintain our Division 1 status. That is now the aim. We have had a bad start to the league, and there is a danger of the season falling away totally. Last night's match seemed to point to the fact that there is still a willingness to give it their all for the Club, with pride in the jersey through great determination. That was only our second win of the year, and was a badly needed victory. Harps posters here are pleased, and justifiably so.
That said, the issue of Dromintee posters coming on here to list players missing has become a familiar theme over the years - and yet elsewhere there will be fingers pointed at Clans' posters about whining!
It really is a funny world. ::)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on June 23, 2007, 04:19:16 PM
That said, the issue of Dromintee posters coming on here to list players missing has become a familiar theme over the years - and yet elsewhere there will be fingers pointed at Clans' posters about whining!
thats just silly... when did you last beat us that we listed missing players?
there are only two of us and i don't think anyone was listing the missing players. myself and corn were simply using your thread for a bit of interaction.
harps well deserved their win and noone said any different? take the oul chip of your shoulder there rufus
on the harps, i thought the full back, full forward and swift's midfield partner were your three best players.
corn02 on a quick count harps had 9 boys different than their championship team.If c orourke started might have been a different result but all said the harps boys worked their socks of for this well deserved victory and hopefully we can carry this on through the rest of the league because we need wins to stay up.
Quote from: Aghdavoyle on June 23, 2007, 05:07:06 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on June 23, 2007, 04:19:16 PM
That said, the issue of Dromintee posters coming on here to list players missing has become a familiar theme over the years - and yet elsewhere there will be fingers pointed at Clans' posters about whining!
thats just silly... when did you last beat us that we listed missing players?
there are only two of us and i don't think anyone was listing the missing players. myself and corn were simply using your thread for a bit of interaction.
harps well deserved their win and noone said any different? take the oul chip of your shoulder there rufus
on the harps, i thought the full back, full forward and swift's midfield partner were your three best players.
I really should know better from past experience, and simply ignore this sort of stuff. However, go back to the old GAABoard, here's the link.
http://www.gaaboard.com/ezboard/
The old Harps thread is on page 3, and on page 22 of the thread, your comment - dated the 20th June 2006 - reads,
QuoteHarps must be worried about their inability to beat weakened versions of either Dromintee or cross.
Go and have a look for yourself, and at least have the good grace to take a reddner when you read it. ::)
Quote from: Aghdavoyle on June 23, 2007, 03:03:35 PM
I'd make it 8 Corn if you count Vincy martin, who crawled out of his sick bed to go watch the game and ended up coming on! As i said on the other thread the lads never deserved in the least to get a result on the night but two big factor from dromintee's point of view were that neither regular midfielders were there to give us our usual platform and that the lads had a very heavy running session the night before the game.
Gareth O'Neill not a Midfielder then? What were the county U21's thinking ???
Good win for a severly understrength Harps team :) Thought Gerard McDonagh had his best game ever for the seniors. The dust up was a bit strange as it wasn't a dirty match before or after the incident.
It is great for the club to get another win, especially against a team like Dromintee, I am hoping that the Harps can use this win as a springboard for sucess in the next few league games to get us out of the relegation fight.
Quote from: bennydorano on June 23, 2007, 06:59:40 PM
Gareth O'Neill not a Midfielder then? What were the county U21's thinking ???
i simply made the point that we hadn't our regular midfield. Gareth is a very good midfielder but not our usual 8 or 9. i don't see where the confusion could possibly be with that? in any case, the county u21 management wouldn't be prime candidates for taking selection or tactical advice from....
all that needs to be said about the handbags was that the two players who started it were booked and that harps manager & assistant manger were sent off.
Did you not notice Gareth O'Neil hitting the Harps manager a box first then? And not think it was clear the manager was trying to help clear up the scuffle?
And on top of that, i wouldn't be their greatest fans after their stint with the Harps, but credit where its due, the U21 management did take them to within a whisker of an All-Ireland final.. with O'Neil in the middle of the park.
first post. says it all
Dry them
Jesus you Harps men really do not like Dromintee.
My point was that yous seemed surprised you won the match? Surely in Abbey Park you would of expected a win? No club is without their wingers not even the Harps, every two seconds on Friday was dominated by calls for too long or lift ball from the Harps fans when clearly it was neither.
I suppose I can see where you are coming from i.e being a morale boosting victory. Can't believe that was only your second win of the season, a solid team. Swift was excellent in the middle and Number 7 (McCoy) I hear on another thread covered every blade of grass. The full forward was good in the first but in the second he had seemed reluctant to shoot when the oppurtunity arose, which he should because he was out in front every time. O Rorukes kicking shows he is still one of the best dead ball specialists around, a masterclas I thought.
Regarding the row it was simply a flashpoint. It was a very, very clean game apart from that.
One final note : £3 a person in, jesus lads I know thats the rules but up our parts its £3 per car,give us a break! :P
Don't you know the rules corn? the only aspect of club games you are allowed to discuss afterwards is how well the harps played...
Quote from: Aghdavoyle on June 24, 2007, 05:36:11 PM
Don't you know the rules corn? the only aspect of club games you are allowed to discuss afterwards is how well the harps played...
Quote from: Aghdavoyle on June 24, 2007, 05:34:47 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on June 24, 2007, 03:46:15 PM
The Bridge and Newtown drew and Ollie Hearty is an unbelievable biased ****!!!!!
never a truer word spoken. in his head, its not a game at all unless he decides the outcome.
Dromintee hammered tir na nog 2-13 to 0-07. No fight in Tir na nog today unsurprisingly. The only notable thing to report was the county board sending a full set of crossmaglen officials, including a cross player as one of the umpires, to officiate at the game. i wonder is it our turn next week to officiate at a cross match saying as we play in the championship next?
o, and all the harps players played well too before i'm criticised from straying from what we're supposed to talk about....
Don't be such a baby!
Why are you acting the Candyman? Corn can discuss prices at the game all he wants, it was always the way that each person pays in, should you get it cheaper just because you come up in a car? Say 5 harps supporters walk up to Abbey Park, should they pay £5 between them?
Bad loss today for Harps when they really played well enough to win the game, way too many wides. Mullaghbawn's shooting was near impeccable, scoring from all kinds of angles! Was hoping on the back of the Dromintee win the boys could get some steam up, and although was another good performance, bit of work to be done on the shooting!
Clans and Cross at Home next weekend?
You can stop coming onto our thread now if you like Aghdavoyle, our last game was Mullaghbawn so it will be discussed, no need for anymore snide comments
Quote from: Aghdavoyle on June 24, 2007, 05:36:11 PM
Don't you know the rules corn? the only aspect of club games you are allowed to discuss afterwards is how well the harps played...
Pish away aff aghavolye, come on in, sit down, have a cup of tae and talk sense will ya.
Heres the deal, Rufus is proud to report what he see's from the performance of the team he loves and played for for a couple of decades, unlike some he is willing to add a sense of balance to his reports and if he does have a hint of bias it is only because he loves the club he reports on.
The Harps heads on here are not one bit afraid to call a spade a spade, read that pessimistic bastard bennydorano :P if ye don't believe me
The Harps are the best known club on this board thanks to the like of Rufus, they choose to celebrate the club and are proud of their affiliation with the club, what the hell is wrong with that?
Rufus, you are an enigma, dont ever change big man. ;D
Sweet Jesus Nashville it was not a serious comment about the admission, wind your neck in lad! Hence the wee smiley after it, your knew so you don't know the golden rule that if you put a smiley after a snide comment it can not be viewed as such?
What was the score today with Mullaghbawn?
Ach jaysus sorry corn, i know that now ye oul wankbag :P ;)
eh think the final score ended up 0-11 to 0-07, the Bawn's shooting was top class, some great scores from tight angles!
Good you little **** ;)
How did the minor match between our two fine clubs finish tonight?
Wait, just seen it on the Armagh thread, wish I had not of asked!
B's playing Granemore tomorrow night in Abbey at 8 and Ballyhegan at 6.30pm on Saturday evening in Abbey as well. B table after last wednesday.
P W D L Pts
Granemore 8 7 0 1 14
An Port Mor 9 6 0 3 12
Pearse Og 8 6 0 2 12
Ballyhegan 8 6 0 2 12
Madden 8 5 0 3 10
Ceide 8 4 1 3 9
Harps 5 4 1 0 9
Ballymacnab 8 2 0 6 4
Mullabrack 9 2 0 7 4
Middletown 9 1 0 8 2
Cladai 10 1 0 9 2
so if the harps Bs win their next two games they will quailify for the all county league, is this the way forward? ???
will they get a team out week in week out to travel to lurgan and south armagh
Way forward ??? It's a perfect showcase for anyone with aspirations of playing senior football, especially seeing as though our team is mostly minors and lads not long out of minors, with a few senior panelists thrown in.
yes understand that but should these young lads be subjected to in unlikely event of 16 players heading to the bridge and killeavey etc and getting the sh** kicked out of them.
Topgun,
all b teams are made up of young fellas nowadays. the all county aspect of the b league will make for a higher quality competition but the logistics of b teams travelling the length and breadth of the county on weeknights might be the downfall of what is a well intentioned development.
uladh, i agree that the intentions are good, and to improve as a footballer you need to test urself against higher quality opposition, but imo the way forward is to create a reserve league with matches being played on the same day as the senior team, for example if all teams in their respective leagues/ divisions have two games on a sunday ie harps reserve team play their counterparts from crossmaglen at 1pm and the seniors play at 2 30pm, this imo would raise the standard of football within each club and across the county, lord knows something has to be done.
From what I have heard the format of the All county B league is, Top 4 from North, Mid & South, teams 1 & 3 and 2 & 4 from each section are split into 2 groups leaving 2 groups of 6. Each team has 5 games, I'd assume top 2 from each section play in semis. Games start Wed 18th July and will continue on successive Wed nights. If they stick to the time table it should be ok, but we all know the realities of B football.
benny does that table include the result from the mullabrack game??
Yes.
Have you's heard if the clans game on Friday has been switched to Sunday??
I dont think so, Harps already have a game for Sunday, although not 100% sure.
Harps have 2 games this weekend, Cullaville and Clans. I think the Clans has been moved to Sunday alright with Cullaville at home on Friday night.
yeah culloville friday at 8 Clans sunday evening at 7!
Harps would need to be taking max points this w/e to help ensure Div 1 status next year
Quote from: fcuksake on June 28, 2007, 12:02:20 AM
Harps would need to be taking max points this w/e to help ensure Div 1 status next year
It's probably a good time for u's to get the Clans.
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Quote from: fcuksake on June 28, 2007, 12:02:20 AM
Harps would need to be taking max points this w/e to help ensure Div 1 status next year
It's probably a good time for u's to get the Clans.
Lads don't forget we(Clans) need the points every bit as much as the Harps. A good win in the league would do, it's a pity having to play each other in the wrong end of the league.
Harps V Culloville is OFF 2nite, but play Clans as expected on sunday @7pm!
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Quote from: fcuksake on June 28, 2007, 12:02:20 AM
Harps would need to be taking max points this w/e to help ensure Div 1 status next year
It's probably a good time for u's to get the Clans.
Lads don't forget we(Clans) need the points every bit as much as the Harps. A good win in the league would do, it's a pity having to play each other in the wrong end of the league.
Ah it's good enough for yous! How the mighty have fallen :P
Having difficulties with the Harps website. Dromintee report from last week thus put up. I'll try and get the Mullabawn report on here tomorrow.
Harps v Dromintee
Harps claimed what was only their second league win of the season, when they overcame Dromintee by three points, in a very exciting game in Abbey Park last night.
Harps attacked the dressing room goals in the first half and struck the first score of the game when Ebby Toal cut inside and pointed from twenty five yards. A further opportunity for a point was lost when Joe Quigley's free fell short in the square. Dromintee had a long range wide from their number five before they managed the equaliser through an excellent long range free from their number four. Harps though soon returned to the attack, and Joe Quigley notched a point from a free after Gerard McDonagh's run had been illegally stopped. Wides followed from Simon Lennon and Joe Quigley whilst Dromintee did not make the most of an opportunity, when a dangerous ball into the square drifted across goal and wide. Harps soon had the next score, Gerard McDonagh winning a brilliant Martin McCoy pass and scoring confidently from the angle. Another Dromintee wide followed, before Gerard McDonagh hit a shot that was a point from the moment it left his boot! At least that's what umpire Colm O'Hare thought, as he signalled the score too early. Unfortunately for the Harps, the shot actually tailed just wide. Dromintee added a point from play before Joe Quigley uncharacteristically had a free that went wide. Harps however received a let off themselves when Aidan O'Rourke's two long range efforts both drifted wide.
Half time, Harps 0-03, Dromintee 0-02.
Harps grabbed the early initiative in the second half. Joe Quigley was fouled out on the left and his free kick sailed between the posts. Dromintee had a wide before Minnie was fouled in an identical position to Joe's foul earlier, and once again there was an identical conclusion with Joe splitting the posts. Harps then struck for the only goal of the game. Ebby played a lovely ball in to Matthew Cartmill, and he in turn placed a pin point pass into the path of Martin McCoy who finished to the net from close range. Cathal O'Rourke was introduced into the game and he was to have a telling impact. Dromintee were awarded a soft enough free and Cathal O'Rourke chipped the free over. Another free quickly followed and the result was the same. From the kickout, Nippy fielded brilliantly, run forward and sent over a magnificent point from fifty five yards. Smackers came in for Matthew Cartmill in the attack, but Dromintee added another point from a Cathal O'Rourke free. The ref then spotted an off the ball foul on Smackers and Joe once again pointed the free. Dromintee to their credit kept going and had yet another point from a Cathal O'Rourke free, this time from fifty five yards. Play was now switching from end to end. Minnie showed great ball control to make room for a point but Dromintee again responded with a Cathal O'Rourke point from a free. Cathal O'Rourke then showed he was human, with his first miss and Simon Lennon scored a great point on the run to put Harps four clear. Dromintee came back yet again. They won a fifty that Cathal O'Rourke pointed and then the same player got his first point from play – an excellent effort from an acute angle. When a third Dromintee point was added in as many minutes, this time from an overlapping half back, Harps supporters were anxiously looking at their watches. However Harps managed one last attack and Joe Quigley sent over a magnificent point to seal victory by three points.
Final score, Harps 1-10, Dromintee 0-10.
This was a great team performance from the Harps and fully merited the victory. There were great performances throughout the pitch but the displays of Jungle, Martin Gill, Minnie Holmes and Gerard McDonagh are especially worthy of mention. The Harps fielded as follows. Willie McSorley, Fergus McAleavey, Jungle McKee, Kevin Daly, Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Martin McCoy 1-0, Nippy Swift 0-1, Simon Lennon 0-1, Harpo McKenna, Minnie Holmes 0-1, Joe Quigley 0-5 (0-4 frees), Matthew Cartmill (Smackers McEneaney) Gerard McDonagh 0-1 and Ebby Toal 0-1.
Harps v Clans is now 12noon on Sunday. B game off tonight.
Harps 1-10
Clan na Gael 0-11
;D
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Quote from: fcuksake on June 28, 2007, 12:02:20 AM
Harps would need to be taking max points this w/e to help ensure Div 1 status next year
It's probably a good time for u's to get the Clans.
Lads don't forget we(Clans) need the points every bit as much as the Harps. A good win in the league would do, it's a pity having to play each other in the wrong end of the league.
Ah it's good enough for yous! How the mighty have fallen :P
And who the fcuk are Silverbridge ???
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Quote from: pintsofguinness on June 29, 2007, 08:20:47 PM
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Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on June 28, 2007, 08:44:08 AM
Quote from: fcuksake on June 28, 2007, 12:02:20 AM
Harps would need to be taking max points this w/e to help ensure Div 1 status next year
It's probably a good time for u's to get the Clans.
Lads don't forget we(Clans) need the points every bit as much as the Harps. A good win in the league would do, it's a pity having to play each other in the wrong end of the league.
Ah it's good enough for yous! How the mighty have fallen :P
And who the fcuk are Silverbridge ???
A crowd of hallions from South Armagh who are Crossmaglen haters, they have a few excellent young footballers but they are a bit like Dromintee in that they cant win anything. ;D
lol chill fucksake i'm only joking, thought that was obvious from the smiley.
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 01, 2007, 08:52:24 PM
lol chill fucksake i'm only joking, thought that was obvious from the smiley.
Sliverbridge are young and they are getting better, they will be on a par with the harps soon the way they are going. ;)
Have to say I thought we were a tad fortunate to come away with a win today; a very important win at that. I didn;t hink anyone on our side had a great game, although the efforts of Nippy and Gerard McDonagh were most worthy of mention.
Still problems with the club site, so I'll get a report up here for today as well as last Sunday at Mullabawn
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 02, 2007, 12:00:42 AM
Have to say I thought we were a tad fortunate to come away with a win today; a very important win at that. I didn;t hink anyone on our side had a great game, although the efforts of Nippy and Gerard McDonagh were most worthy of mention.
Still problems with the club site, so I'll get a report up here for today as well as last Sunday at Mullabawn
Winner of the most up-to-date site of the year. :D :D :D You would think the homepage at least could be changed!
Quote from: Long time dead on July 02, 2007, 07:58:39 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 02, 2007, 12:00:42 AM
Have to say I thought we were a tad fortunate to come away with a win today; a very important win at that. I didn;t hink anyone on our side had a great game, although the efforts of Nippy and Gerard McDonagh were most worthy of mention.
Still problems with the club site, so I'll get a report up here for today as well as last Sunday at Mullabawn
Winner of the most up-to-date site of the year. :D :D :D You would think the homepage at least could be changed!
Hmmm........ This could be difficult.
Can I refer you to my line above, that you quoted me on, where you highlighted the text in bold? ::)
Wot time is the Minor game v the Ogs tonight. im finished at 8.
What a victory, the Harps turned a 15 point league defeat 3 weeks ago against their neighbours into a stunning Mick Higgins Cup victory last night in Abbey Park. Although the conditions were terrible the mid-board and Harps officials have to be commended for putting on a a great night for these lads with a superb programme and national anthem/flags etc.
The game itself was a pulsating affair with the point scoring of the highest order. Ultan Lennon had the game of his life in full fowards kicking some fantastic points from play and frees outside 50 yards. Coming out for the 2nd half the Harps led 8-4 but were stunned by two scrappy goals within the 1st 5 mins the ogs added another 2 points from Ross Clarke leaving the score 0-8 to 2-6. The large Ogs crowd thought the lads playing into the Drumbreda end had it in the bag but unbelievably they never scored again. Points from Lennon and a monster point from McConville turned things around and Harps hung on the win by the minimum.
Great scenes at the end
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Quote from: Long time dead on July 02, 2007, 07:58:39 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 02, 2007, 12:00:42 AM
Have to say I thought we were a tad fortunate to come away with a win today; a very important win at that. I didn;t hink anyone on our side had a great game, although the efforts of Nippy and Gerard McDonagh were most worthy of mention.
Still problems with the club site, so I'll get a report up here for today as well as last Sunday at Mullabawn
Winner of the most up-to-date site of the year. :D :D :D You would think the homepage at least could be changed!
Hmmm........ This could be difficult.
Can I refer you to my line above, that you quoted me on, where you highlighted the text in bold? ::)
Ah sorry you were all having problems since January. ::) ::) ::) Good to see it sorted now. :P
Quote from: Long time dead on July 03, 2007, 10:28:04 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 02, 2007, 01:05:19 PM
Quote from: Long time dead on July 02, 2007, 07:58:39 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 02, 2007, 12:00:42 AM
Have to say I thought we were a tad fortunate to come away with a win today; a very important win at that. I didn;t hink anyone on our side had a great game, although the efforts of Nippy and Gerard McDonagh were most worthy of mention.
Still problems with the club site, so I'll get a report up here for today as well as last Sunday at Mullabawn
Winner of the most up-to-date site of the year. :D :D :D You would think the homepage at least could be changed!
Hmmm........ This could be difficult.
Can I refer you to my line above, that you quoted me on, where you highlighted the text in bold? ::)
Ah sorry you were all having problems since January. ::) ::) ::) Good to see it sorted now. :P
I haven't seen your own computer expertise offered...in a voluntary capacity of course!! ::)
Still and all - we'll settle just for membership at this stage! ;)
B team plaing Madden at 7.30 not 8pm tomorrow night. Playing the Ogs Saturday evening at 6.30pm, both games in Abbey Pk.
Gearad McDonagh has the crabs. I swear its true!!!!! :P :P :P
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 03, 2007, 11:22:50 AM
Quote from: Long time dead on July 03, 2007, 10:28:04 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 02, 2007, 01:05:19 PM
Quote from: Long time dead on July 02, 2007, 07:58:39 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 02, 2007, 12:00:42 AM
Have to say I thought we were a tad fortunate to come away with a win today; a very important win at that. I didn;t hink anyone on our side had a great game, although the efforts of Nippy and Gerard McDonagh were most worthy of mention.
Still problems with the club site, so I'll get a report up here for today as well as last Sunday at Mullabawn
Winner of the most up-to-date site of the year. :D :D :D You would think the homepage at least could be changed!
Hmmm........ This could be difficult.
Can I refer you to my line above, that you quoted me on, where you highlighted the text in bold? ::)
Ah sorry you were all having problems since January. ::) ::) ::) Good to see it sorted now. :P
I haven't seen your own computer expertise offered...in a voluntary capacity of course!! ::)
Still and all - we'll settle just for membership at this stage! ;)
I haven't any to offer - skills that is; and I'm not a member or have ever been a member of any club; I wasn't trying to offend - just last few posts you mentioned your site was down and I saw it was still doing day at the races from way back. ???
B Game v Madden off tonight - Abbey unplayable. Saturday's game v the Ogs at 6.30pm goes ahead at the minute.
The senior game is Friday night and not Thursday.
With apologies for the delay - report of defeat in Mullabawn below - Clans report to follow shortly.
Mullabawn v Harps
Harps failed to capitalise on the good form shown on Friday against Dromintee when they travelled to Mullabawn on Sunday morning and lost to the locals by four points, in a match in which they had every chance to make it a double success.
Harps were slow to settle and allowed the home team to point from a free in their first attack. Joe Quigley eventually pointed from a free out on the right and as attacks continued, half backs Martin Gill and Martin McCoy raced through to try their luck, but unfortunately three wides resulted. Mullabawn then showed how simple it could be done when they opened up the Harps rearguard to regain the lead after 17 minutes with three points in a row. A good piece of play by Jungle McKee for Harps saw his forward drive being touched on by Harpo McKenna to Joe Quigley, and Joe soloed in for a second point. However Mullabawn, building up their attacks from deep, were quick to reply and were able to add a further two points. Harps rallied somewhat through the efforts of Nippy Swift and Simon Lennon. These efforts created plenty of chances but wild shooting and choosing the wrong options did not help our cause. Harps however did manage to close the half with a score; good work again by Harpo creating the opportunity for Joe Quigley to hit his third point.
Half time, Mullabawn 0-06, Harps 0-03.
Mullabawn began the second half as they did the first, with a quick point from play. Harps again rallied somewhat. Gerard McDonagh's persistence in harassing the Mullabawn defence turned the ball over and he himself sent the ball over the bar. From the kick out Simon Lennon won possession and from the quick ball in a free was won. Joe Quigley duly pointed to cut the gap to two points. Harps continued to attack and Chuckie Morris was prominent going forward and creating another opportunity for Joe Quigley, which he yet again finished expertly, to leave a single point between the teams. However this work was undone when a slip by a defender allowed Mullabawn in for a point. Nippy Swift was playing great stuff in the middle, and was creating opportunities through his strength and determination. Minnie Holmes gathered a dangerous ball into the Mullabawn centre and tapped over to leave a solitary point in the game, and the Harps supporters hopeful of a draw at least. Harps made one final push for home, but great though the effort was, it was not matched by accuracy and opportunities to pull level from three frees came to nothing. Mullabawn eventually did manage to break out of defence and ended the game with a flourish, rattling over three unanswered points, to leave four points between the teams at the final whistle.
Final score, Mullabawn 0-11, Harps 0-07.
This was a game in which Harps played well for long periods but were ultimately undone by poor shooting. Mullabawn on the other hand appeared to be able take some excellent points from all sorts of angles with the minimum of effort, and therein lay the difference. Best for Harps were Martin Gill, Simon Lennon and Joe Quigley with Harps' man of the match Nippy Swift outstanding in a losing cause. The Harps fielded as follows. Willie McSorley, Fergus McAleavey, Jungle McKee, Kevin Daly (Ciaran Clifford), Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Martin McCoy, Nippy Swift, Simon Lennon, Harpo McKenna, Minnie Holmes 0-1, Joe Quigley 0-5 (0-2 frees), Matthew Cartmill (Smackers McEneaney) Gerard McDonagh 0-1 and Ebby Toal.
Is the pitch playable for tonights game? There has been some rain these last few days.
abbey should be playable for tonights games against crossmaglen,it is one of the best pitches in the county. I just hope Dom and the lads build on the recent form of their home matches,although i am undecided as to what Minnie Holmes brings to the team,any views?
Quote from: Iron Fist on July 06, 2007, 03:34:39 PM
abbey should be playable for tonights games against crossmaglen,it is one of the best pitches in the county. I just hope Dom and the lads build on the recent form of their home matches,although i am undecided as to what Minnie Holmes brings to the team,any views?
IMHO mini is a very intelligent footballer who wins alot of break ball, chf is possibly not his best position, bit late at this stage to be trying new things, if nippy releases the quality of ball quickly into the forward line like he did last week we will do well
Harpo wins more breaking ball than Minnie,and uses it more intelligently,we are just about half way through the league,so it is not too late to try new ideas.It has taken Nippy a little while to adjust to playing the Harps way,but he is getting there,welcome back Nippy,the countys loss is our gain.
Quote. I just hope Dom and the lads build on the recent form of their home matches,although i am undecided as to what Minnie Holmes brings to the team,any views?
With Harpo starting the last few games with Minnie, have you any suggestions on what subs you would start before him?
I think Mc Donagh in chf would be better,he has pace and craft,when he gets the ball,maybe Minnie in corner forward instead of cartmill,mathew is small and light,little confidence,what does he bring to the squad.As for Wee Joe Quigley,what has happened to his form, seems Joe is struggling with his shooting,is he injured or just over played
Quote from: Iron Fist on July 06, 2007, 04:02:26 PM
I think Mc Donagh in chf would be better,he has pace and craft,when he gets the ball,maybe Minnie in corner forward instead of cartmill,mathew is small and light,little confidence,what does he bring to the squad.As for Wee Joe Quigley,what has happened to his form, seems Joe is struggling with his shooting,is he injured or just over played
We're fighting for our safety in the division so stick with wats working McDonagh has been brilliant at ff, wee joe always wants to play injured or not and has done so all his life for the harps, think its a case of burnout a month off would cure him but we cant afford that, kevin kelly back will hopefully ease the scoring preesure on joe.
McDonagh has played his best senior football these last few games in full forward, I would leave him there. Cartmill is turning up to training and showing the commitment, which a few others are lacking. I think Dom is rewarding him for this by starting him. Joe has lost a bit of form, but ya can't fault him, he still gets us the scores week after week and is still our most valuable player.
Senior game off tonight Abbey not playable, B game against the Ogs tomorrow evening at 6:30pm, good turnout needed we have to play this fixture if Abbey not playable it will be reversed i.e in Ballycrummy all players meet at Abbey for 5:30pm
Kelly in full forward,flanked by ebby and minnie, thats a good full foward line,harpo,mc donagh and wee joe in half fowards present plenty of scoring threat
iron fist are you mcdonagh in discuise, hes playing well at ff wats this agenda of putting him into a position he is not physically enough for
Quote from: topgun on July 06, 2007, 04:18:35 PM
Senior game off tonight Abbey not playable, B game against the Ogs tomorrow evening at 6:30pm, good turnout needed we have to play this fixture if Abbey not playable it will be reversed i.e in Ballycrummy all players meet at Abbey for 5:30pm
Is the Senior game definitely off?
kelly is more a natural ff than mc donagh,and where would you play them two,and no i am not mc donagh,just a loyal fan,sorry to hear the match is off,was looking forward to it.
Yes senior game def off tonight been told by a no of sources, i would play both of them in a two man full forward line with wee joe in the hole in front of them to pop off the scores, with ebbie and harpo on each wing with mini given a free role to support our midfield that wasnt good last week, defence need to tighten up from last sun clanns had plenty of chances
Thats a good selection,and good point about defence,kevin daly had a shocker and jungle was dodgy in full back,sooner liam is back to full fitness the better.
liams shoulder wouldnt be great still, he'll probably get a 2 games for the Bs this week, see how he comes through these, when hes back daly could switch back to HB with McCoy moving into the half forward line, who for at the min i cant make up my mind
any one got any news on Dynesy's diisppearance, last i heard was he was kidnapped by aliens after his 5 mins of fame in championship match
Dynsey just isn't fit enough for the games due to his niggly little injuries that wont go away!!! rest is the only option...
Quote from: Iron Fist on July 06, 2007, 04:47:39 PM
any one got any news on Dynesy's diisppearance, last i heard was he was kidnapped by aliens after his 5 mins of fame in championship match
I can back this up, the only thing i'd add is that the kidnapping happened while in the process of hanging up his boots! ;D ;D
Dynsey just isn't fit enough for games full stop,he can't bring anything to this current harps squad,even with his experience.Dom and Magoo and Gola should work with the squad they have,the ones thta turn up to training,even when injured,rumour has it that Dynsey hasnt even bothered to turn up for that.
not that he hasn't bothered, he's just more or less quit the panel!! Iron Fist u seem to know an awful lot, u a squad member???
Candyman, Dynesy's best days are well behind him,as for this current squad,yourself included,where do you stand on the squad drinking,most of them seem to enjoy going on the beer straight after matches for the rest of the night,and people wonder why the Harps are near the bottom of the table,theres the answer
there nothing wrong with havin a night out after a match its not a professional sport, Paul Dynes has been troubled with injury this year and stil has a hell of alot to offer the harps, Iron fist u didnt answer Candyman question are u a squad member and if so should u not keep ur concerns in house and sort them out there instead of a public forum
Top gun,there is a lot wrong with going out out the beer straight after a match,i was in the club after the match,and quite a few came in and started drinking,then it became heavy drinking,that night when i came back they were still there.As for answering candyman,i did reply to his question,when he asked me in private,i replied in private,but just for your own noseyness,i am a member of the club,not a squad member,
last sunday was a squad members birthday, i personnaly have no problem with drinking after matches on a sunday, and do not think this is the reason for poor league results there are a no of different factors to be taken into consideration and may or may not be factors for this years league performances remember we finished very well last year, 1, increase in county players, 2, players that are missing through injury or not in the country.
Iron Fist if you have something to say about these issue's why dont you just come out and say it to me r whoever else you see??? Any dummy can hide behind a username and give all the abuse he/she wants??? ::)
thats it candyman, too many people are talking behind too many backs well see how many people think drinking was a problem etc etc at this years AGM and im not on the squad just to let us no
Iron Fist you claim to be a 'Harps Member'. If so why would you want to badmouth your clubs senior team on a public discussion board ??? If you do have issues why not save them until December and air them at the AGM? Then again, I'd bet you have never attended an AGM, and are quick to criticise the players and committee at any given chance. Your not Tommy Moirs are you :-\
Iron fist and topgun - dropped each of you a pm!
Where's mine Rufus??? ;)
Who is this child 'Iron Fist', crawl back under from under your stone.
Club man/member/player/supporter, hang your head in shame. who in their right mind would bring this info to a public forum. As previously stated, go to the AGM and voice your opinion instead of dragging this club through the mud. >:( >:( >:(
you clown.. ::)
Get the pints into you lads!!!!!!
Research shows the best time to drink pints is straight after a football match ;D
And yous wud know all about that ;D
Apologies again for the lateness of the report. ;D
Armagh Harps v Clan na Gael
Harps recorded their second home victory in nine days, when they defeated Clan na Gael by two points in a hard fought game at Abbey Park on Sunday morning. Although we are only at the half way point in the season, this really was a must win match, as both teams are situated at the wrong end of the table.
Harps started off playing towards the dressing room goals but took time to get into their stride. The visitors on the other hand had no such worries and attacked from the throw in. They soon had the opening point, a free run through the middle of our defence followed by a well taken effort from thirty yards. Harps were still finding their feet and were punished again when an excellent Clans move ended with their second point. Harps managed to eventually get on the scoreboard – Nippy playing a quick one-two from a free before pointing from forty yards out. This seemed to lift the Harps and Nippy's great catch and run set up Kevin Kelly for a well taken point on his weaker right foot. Harps were now playing with confidence. A high ball in was knocked down to Harpo and he gave Harps the lead with a well taken point. Chances to extend the lead were not taken though with Kevin Kelly having two bad wides. Clans returned to the attack and began to dominate play. They added the next five points in a row, three from frees, and were helped in no small measure by some poor Harps defending. Harps eventually broke this scoring sequence when Kevin Kelly pointed a free after Nippy was fouled. Joe Quigley's run then took him clear of the defence, but his right foot shot lacked conviction, and was comfortably saved by the keeper. Harps were then lucky to see Clans shoot two bad wides before excellent play by Gerard McDonagh won Harps a free that Joe Quigley pointed. Clans closed the half with another disappointing effort from a free that faded well wide, to leave them two points to the good at the break.
Half time, Harps 0-05, Clan na Gael 0-07.
Harps started off slowly once again at the start of the second half, but were again lucky that Clans shooting was off. They had two bad wides from frees before they made it third time lucky with a point from a free that was gifted by Harps managing to turn possession over twice in the space of ten seconds. They then missed another scoreable free, this time hitting the post, before Nippy responded with our first attempt of the half that just went wide. Gerard McDonagh then combined with Nippy to score a great point, but Clans responded with a point from their number fifteen. Liam McAuley was introduced into the defence for Kevin Daly as the game became end to end. Kevin Kelly scored a great point from play but Clans responded immediately with a point from a free. Kevin then added two points from frees whilst Clans could only muster two bad wides. Harps were now sensing a victory. Harpo and Gerard McDonagh combined well to create an opportunity for Minnie that he finished with a well taken point. Harps pushed again and at last got the vital score of the match. Joe Quigley gathered the rebound from a high ball in, and his run beat the cover and he finished expertly to the net from ten yards. Clans came back in search of an equaliser. They were awarded a free and took a point. They returned to the attack again and looked to have snatched victory when the ball fell to Philip Oldham six yards out. However, to the anguish of Clans and the relief of the Harps, his shot went just the wrong side of the upright. They maintained the pressure, but their chance was gone, and all they had to show for the remaining minutes was another poor wide from a free.
Final score, Harps 1-10, Clan na Gael 0-11.
As stated, this was a vital victory for Harps as they look to battle their way out of relegation trouble. However, it has to be said that we rode our luck to some extent and can be thankful that Clan na Gael's shooting was way off. Best for the Harps were Nippy in midfield and Kevin Kelly and Gerard McDonagh in attack. The Harps lined out as follows. Willie McSorley, Fergus McAleavey, Jungle McKee, Kevin Daly (Liam McAuley), Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Martin McCoy, Simon Lennon, Nippy Swift 0-1, Harpo McKenna 0-1, Minnie Holmes 0-1, Joe Quigley 1-1 (0-1 free), Kevin Kelly 0-5 (0-3 frees), Gerard McDonagh 0-1 and Ebby Toal.
This last years report rufus aye?
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 10, 2007, 11:12:50 PM
This last years report rufus aye?
Aye, point taken - I'm struggling to stay motivated!! :-\
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 10, 2007, 11:19:34 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 10, 2007, 11:12:50 PM
This last years report rufus aye?
Aye, point taken - I'm struggling to stay motivated!! :-\
You can come write for the Bridge ;D
no B match tonight night called off
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 10, 2007, 11:43:56 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 10, 2007, 11:31:58 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 10, 2007, 11:19:34 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 10, 2007, 11:12:50 PM
This last years report rufus aye?
Aye, point taken - I'm struggling to stay motivated!! :-\
You can come write for the Bridge ;D
I've just got my motivation back!! :P
Rufus thats not bad if i say so myself, and a pretty accurate discription of the match, we need someone like you for our reports. Only recently it would be Clans beat again o and did i mention Clans beat again :'( :'(
It certainly looks like Porty will be relegated and we have still 9 games left with 5 at home and the rest of our suspensions finished so hopefully we can climb up the table a bit with yourselves, who do you reckon is the next favourites to go down between Clans, Harps, Whitecross and Culloville (have i left out any other victims)
Surely Harps and clanns getting the county players back will make a big difference, I would have thought Culloville would be sure to go down now.
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Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 10, 2007, 11:43:56 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 10, 2007, 11:31:58 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 10, 2007, 11:19:34 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 10, 2007, 11:12:50 PM
This last years report rufus aye?
Aye, point taken - I'm struggling to stay motivated!! :-\
You can come write for the Bridge ;D
I've just got my motivation back!! :P
Rufus thats not bad if i say so myself, and a pretty accurate discription of the match, we need someone like you for our reports. Only recently it would be Clans beat again o and did i mention Clans beat again :'( :'(
It certainly looks like Porty will be relegated and we have still 9 games left with 5 at home and the rest of our suspensions finished so hopefully we can climb up the table a bit with yourselves, who do you reckon is the next favourites to go down between Clans, Harps, Whitecross and Culloville (have i left out any other victims)
I would guess at this stage that Portadown are going to struggle to stay up. It really is tight after that, with only a few points separating Clans, ourselves, Whitecross, Culloville and maybe even Maghery and Dromintee.
It's an ill wind that doesn't blow someone some good, and Armagh's disaster last Sunday means that we should have Charlie Vernon and Peadar Toal for the remiander of the campaign. We have to play Culloville twice, Whitecross and Portadown at home, and I would see these as vital fixtures.
Like yourself, I thought Whitecross might struggle, but up there they really gave us a going over - playing lovely football - looked really fit and run all night. In my time with Harps, I don't think I ever won down there. It really is a tough place to get a result.
I would guess 14/15 points should be enough for safety - that said, a good or bad run for any team could change the picture dramatically.
What do the league tables look like now?
Anyone frequent orchard county and could copy them across for us?
Quote from: Uladh on July 11, 2007, 08:56:46 PM
What do the league tables look like now?
Anyone frequent orchard county and could copy them across for us?
And why exactly can you not get them on orchardcounty? :-\
They're on Page 168 of the armagh club thread.
I wrote
QuoteLike yourself, I thought Whitecross might struggle, but up there they really gave us a going over - playing lovely football - looked really fit and run all night. In my time with Harps, I don't think I ever won down there. It really is a tough place to get a result.
That should have read
Like yourself, I thought Whitecross might struggle, but up there they really gave us a going over - playing lovely football - looked really fit and run all night. Culloville could still gather enough points to get to safety as they are always difficult to beat at home. In my time with Harps, I don't think I ever won down there. It really is a tough place to get a result.
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 11, 2007, 09:07:42 PM
And why exactly can you not get them on orchardcounty? :-\
Can't bring myself to add to that site's hit counter on a point of principle...
Quote from: Uladh on July 11, 2007, 10:22:08 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on July 11, 2007, 09:07:42 PM
And why exactly can you not get them on orchardcounty? :-\
Can't bring myself to add to that site's hit counter on a point of principle...
You should, currently my favourite threads are "I LOVE BIG JOE" and "So, what are you gonna do on Sundays now?" (Because club football doesn't exist).
OrchardCounty is the most disatorous forum I have ever seen, I feel sorry for your man Coleman because he has made an excellent site.
Quote from: corn02 on July 11, 2007, 10:54:15 PM
OrchardCounty is the most disatorous forum I have ever seen, I feel sorry for your man Coleman because he has made an excellent site.
yeah. big barry is a genuine lad and he has (and still does) put an awful lot of work into that site. he should be more strict and ban certain people for talking pure cack
I find the Fixtures, tables and results are excellent on the Orchardcounty website. Always up to date and spot on.
wat time is the game at on sunday, do the harps have a full panel to pick from
think the boys have a full panel to pick from, apparently Toal has been going to training since the county were beat so thats good news.. anyone any views on what the team will be?
It is an excellent site for fixtures and as a site it is fantastic, just appears the average age of posters would be in single figures.
Any truth in the rumour John Rath is the new Armagh manger stating he could do alot better than his former workmate Raff?
Pearse Og v Harps
Harps travelled the short distance to Ballycrummy in the West of the City on Sunday afternoon, and came away with a very important league win. Any win over the Ogs is a good win, but with the need for league points so important, this win was extra special.
Harps, in perfect conditions and in front of a large crowd, started off playing towards the Killylea Road end of the ground, with a slight breeze behind them. Neither team dominated early on, with the Ogs eventually managing to open the scoring when referee Paudie Hughes spotted off the ball pulling, and awarded a close in free, that was duly pointed. The Ogs had a wide before Joe Quigley's run was stopped with a foul, and Joe duly pointed the resulting free. Harps maintained the momentum, and Minnie finished the next move with a well taken point. The Ogs returned to the attack, but were guilty of over elaboration, when a goal chance looked on. They did manage the equaliser though when the ref again spotted off the ball pulling, and awarded a close in free that was again sent over the bar. This was to signal the start of a period of Harps pressure. Charlie Vernon's run through the middle was halted by a foul, and Peadar Toal somewhat surprisingly put the free wide. Minnie had Harps' second wide before Nippy landed a great point from a fifty five yard free. Harps kept up the pressure. A slip by an Ogs defender put Peadar Toal through on goal but he pulled his shot badly wide. Charlie Vernon was again fouled on the run, and Joe Quigley pointed to give us the lead for the first time. Joe added a further point from a free after Minnie was fouled. The Ogs kept in touch, with their first point from play, and had a chance to close the gap further but shot a bad wide. Harps finished the half on a high, with Minnie notching his second point after good play by Joe Quigley.
Half time, Pearse Og 0-03, Harps 0-06.
The half time break was just what the Ogs needed, and they returned in much more determined fashion. They had a point from their number eleven, and added a brilliant point from their midfielder out on the wing, to leave just a point between the sides. Peadar Toal had a wide from a difficult free, but from the kick out Nippy fielded brilliantly and fed Joe Quigley for an excellent point on the run. The Ogs continued to press, and won a free (for the ball being touched on the ground) which was pointed by Gregory Loughran. The same player had a bad wide, before a slip in the Harps defence let the Ogs in for the equalising point, although we were lucky it wasn't a goal. Harps badly needed a response, and Peadar Toal supplied this, when he pointed a massive free from sixty yards out. Harps pressed again and were awarded another free, closer in but from a narrower angle, and Kevin Kelly duly obliged with a tidy point. Harps though were still not out of the woods. They pointed from play, and following another Gregory Loughran wide, the same player stepped up with the equalizing point from a free. Ebbie replaced Gerard McDonagh in attack and began winning break ball further out the field. Another Harps attack resulted in a free, which was over sixty yards out. Peadar Toal lined the shot up, but spotted Kevin Kelly's run out of the square, and found him with a lovely pass. Kevin gathered, turned, and split the posts for the lead again! The Ogs returned to the attack and won a long range free. Gregory Loughran took the free off the ground. The ball went into the square and was fisted towards goal. Keeper Willie McSorley made a smart block at his near post, at the expense of a fifty. Gregory Loughran again took the kick, but his fifty drifted wide much to the delight of the Harps support, as referee Paudie Hughes immediately blew the full time whistle with the Harps a point to the good.
Final score, Pearse Og 0-09, Harps 0-10.
This was a big win for the Harps and will hopefully be the lift needed to ensure that enough league points are accumulated to avoid relegation. Best for the Harps were Charlie Vernon, Chuckie Morris and my man of the match Nippy Swift. The Harps fielded as follows. Willie McSorley, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Liam McAuley, Chuckie Morris, Charlie Vernon, Kevin Daly, Nippy Swift 0-1 (0-1 free), Simon Lennon, Peadar Toal 0-1 (0-1 free), Minnie Holmes 0-2, Joe Quigley 0-4 (0-3 frees), Kevin Kelly 0-2 (0-1 free), Gerard McDonagh (Ebbie Toal) and Harpo McKenna.
Sounds like a pretty acurate description Rufus. A poor display by us without a doubt. we'll just have to lift it from here
A good tight game that will do the Harps survival fight the world of good. It also ideal preparation for the ogs in the run up to the championship, although a few player would need to up their game for them. It was a game dominated by the 2 defences with the Harps winning the midfield battle and just having that bit more quality up front. The referee Paudi Nugent, did his best to destroy the game blowing up for nothing tackles and then talking to the players like he was Uachtaran.
B match tomorrow night against Keady in Mullabrack, meet up at Abbey 6 30pm, throw in 7 30pm. need a strong squad out
Will the Harps get any Nicky Rackard Cup final tickets. Who do I need to contact regarding staking a claim, i am a fully paid up member thanks to our Leeds friend ;)
Just a quick mention to any Harps posters and any other browers
Armagh Cuchulainns are playing Keady in the Minor Hurling Championship tonight in Abbey Park with a 7:30pm throw in.
Plenty of harps players both minor and under 16 involved and should be a good win.
Rufus' report with apologies for tardiness
Harps v Tir na nOg
Harps entertained Portadown Tir na nOg on Sunday last at Abbey Park, and in what was a tight encounter, managed to just gain victory by a margin of three points. For Harps, this was a significant victory, as Tir na nOg are a fellow struggler at the bottom of the league table.
The match, which had a noon throw in, was played in excellent conditions. Harps started off attacking the dressing room goals, but it was Tir na nOg who made the early running. A long range wide from their number nine was quickly followed by the opening point from play. A point was added from a close in free and following a late tackle that was moved up, another free brought about their third point. Harps at last managed to assert themselves on the game and Kevin Kelly opened our scoring with a point from a free. A couple of opportunities were dropped short into the keeper's hands although Tir na nOg in reply had two bad wides. They did though manage to regain their three point advantage with a good point from their number twelve, but Kevin Kelly added another point from a free after Charlie Vernon was fouled, following good work by Minnie and Gerard McDonagh. Harps had opportunities to narrow the gap further but wides followed from Charlie Vernon, Joe Quigley (2) and Kevin Kelly. Tir na nOg had another wide of their own but it was Harps who were dominating. Kevin Kelly had a point from a free before Minnie Holmes' brilliant pass put Kevin Kelly clear, and his shot found the corner of the net, to give the Harps the lead for the first time in the game. Charlie Vernon's dangerous run ended with a point before Kevin Kelly finished the half with a wide from a difficult free.
Half time, Harps 1-04, Tir na nOg 0-04.
Harps had the first attack of the second half, but Harpo's shot went wide. Tir na nOg in reply were unlucky to be denied a goal when they were denied by a smart Willie McSorley save. They did though manage a point from a Brian Mallon free after the Harps were harshly adjudged to have over carried. Joe Quigley then pointed after excellent work between Nippy and Gerard McDonagh. Harps continued to press. Simon Lennon had a wide before Kevin Kelly pointed from a free. Gerard McDonagh was unlucky to see his shot drift wide before Joe Quigley added a brilliant point from out on the wing. Harps were then caught slightly on the break, and were forced to concede a free when a goal threatened. The free was duly pointed. Both sides swapped wides, before Tir na nOg managed a further point from a free. With the finish line in sight, Harps began to get nervous and allowed Tir na nOg to come right back into the game. They had two bad wides before Charlie Vernon relieved the tension with his second point of the game. Tir na nOg had another bad wide and then missed a great opportunity when a close range shot at goal went agonisingly wide. They did manage a point from a Brain Mallon free but this was to be their last score of the game. Smackers (in for Harpo) had a wide, before Ebby followed suit. Tir na nOg managed one last attack, but their shooting again let them down, and at the final whistle Harps were three points to the good.
Full time, Harps 1-08, Tir na nOg 0-08.
This was a must win game for the Harps, as they battle to avoid the drop. It was a game that they dominated for long periods, and yet, they can be thankful that Tir na nOg's shooting was way off – otherwise the outcome of the game could have been very different. Best for the Harps were Liam McAuley and Charlie Vernon in defence, Nippy in midfield and Ebby (who got through a great amount of work) and Gerard McDonagh in attack.
The Harps lined out as follows. Willie McSorley, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Liam McAuley, Chuckie Morris, Charlie Vernon 0-2, Kevin Daly, Nippy Swift, Simon Lennon, Harpo McKenna (Smackers McEnaney), Minnie Holmes, Joe Quigley 0-2, Kevin Kelly 1-4 (0-4 frees), Gerard McDonagh and Ebby Toal.
Great stuff, I am delighted the Harps got another win and are are slowly pulling out of the relegation zone. Kevin Kelly is getting it done and I follow his career with interest. I cant wait to get back next year and watch a couple of club games involving the seniors.
Great job on the reporting yet again Rufus.
Does anyone see any team beating crossmaglen in the seniors or minors or u21s this year surely someone could mount a respectable challenge somewhere along the line??? just out of a matter of interest why are the cross lads so much better than the rest of armagh? I know about the disgraceful situation where they play nearly all the county finals on their own pitch (which would never happen in any other county in Ireland) but 11 in a row cant be down to just that. Why dont the rest of Armagh kick up a fuss about the preferential treatment they get surely they arent that scary!!
Quotejust out of a matter of interest why are the cross lads so much better than the rest of armagh? I know about the disgraceful situation where they play nearly all the county finals on their own pitch (which would never happen in any other county in Ireland) but 11 in a row cant be down to just that. Why dont the rest of Armagh kick up a fuss about the preferential treatment they get surely they arent that scary!!
Cross are miles ahead off the pitch and that is reflected in the club results - other clubs appear to be happy to play for second place - Cross are on their way to 25 in a row, they're just getting to the half way point now and everyone else seems happy for them to do so. I hope they pick up another 4 All-Irelands at least along the way!!!
Very important victory for Harps last night when we had four points to spare over struggling Whitecross. The victory puts Harps on sixteen points which should be enough to see the threat of relegation lifted. Will get a report up as soon as possible! :)
16 points rufus ???
Quote from: say nothin on September 01, 2007, 07:51:19 PM
16 points rufus ???
Let me work this one out,
Clans away - 1 point,
Clans home - 2 points
Whitecross home - 2 points
Whitecross away - 0 points
Culloville away - 1 point
Pearse Og away - 2 points
Pearse Og home - 0 points
Tir na nOg away - 2 points
Tir na nOg home - 2 points
Maghery away - 0 points
Rangers away - 0 points
Mullabawn home - 0 points
Mullabawn away - 0 points
Dromintee home - 2 points
Good call Say Nothin - that's what happens when there is so much time between matches! ;D
Two points still needed!!
calculator in the post ;D
From RTF
Harps v Whitecross
Harps hosted Intermediate Champions Whitecross last Friday night in a match where victory would go a long way to ensuring Division 1 survival. The match, which was played in dark, overcast conditions, never reached any great heights. That however will not worry Harps, as they just about proved value for a hard earned victory.
Harps started off defending the dressing room goals and opened the scoring with a well taken Gerard McDonagh point. Kevin Kelly added another point from play before Joe Quigley fired a wide. Whitecross managed to open their own account with a point from a free, but this was to prove a rare occurrence. Harps dominated the first half but were guilty of some poor shooting. Kevin Kelly put a difficult free wide before Chuckie and Harpo combined well to set up Charlie Vernon for a point. From the kick out Nippy gathered, run through the middle of the visitors defence and slotted a nice point from thirty yards. Kevin Kelly had a bad wide before Joe Quigley pointed a free, which was awarded after good play between Harpo and Smackers. Joe added a point from another close in free before Kevin Kelly sent another difficult free wide. Simon Lennon added another poor wide before Declan Coulter, in for Matthew Cartmill, fielded well and curled a brilliant point. Nippy added a further point from play to put Harps totally in the driving seat. However, some of this good work was undone when Whitecross broke out of defence and managed to win a couple of close in frees in the closing minutes of the half, each of which were pointed. This left just five points in it at the break, which did not reflect Harps' dominance in the opening half.
Half time, Harps 0-08, Whitecross 0-03.
Whitecross came out with fresh enthusiasm after the break and quickly scored their first point from play through their number ten. Harps were finding it difficult to get going and were thankful to see Whitecross shoot two bad wides when scores beckoned. Gerard McDonagh had Harps first attempt of the half but this faded wide. Charlie Vernon was coming more into the game and Whitecross were having difficulty dealing with his penetrating runs from half back. Jungle set him up for another foray forward and Charlie run fully sixty yards before crashing home a great goal, to give the Harps some breathing space. Play then started to get very scrappy from both sides as Whitecross chased the game. Whitecross had a wide from a free before Charlie Vernon was unlucky to see his shot go wide of the post. Whitecross kept pressing and following an excellent move were unlucky to see a great cross shot come back of the inside of the post. Kevin Kelly had another wide from a difficult free before Whitecross struck for an excellent goal, following another slick move. In the next two attacks, Harps forwards were guilty of going for goals when points were on offer. Joe Q uigley crashed a shot into the side netting whilst Declan Coulter was unlucky to see his shot strike an upright. Harps looked as if they might regret these misses when Whitecross were awarded a penalty. However, Harps had a let off when the kick was skied over for a point. With three points in it, Harps pressed for the insurance point, but could only manage wides from Kevin Kelly (2) and Chuckie. Whitecross themselves were guilty of a bad wide and in the closing moments Nippy showed great composure to score Harps' first point of the half and thus seal a hard earned victory.
Final score, Harps 1-09, Whitecross 1-05.
As stated at the outset, this was an important match to win for the Harps, as it not only eased our own relegation worries, but put fellow strugglers Whitecross further into difficulties. Best for the Harps, in what was a bit of a struggle, were Harpo, Charlie Vernon, Nippy and Liam McAuley.
The Harps fielded as follows. Willie McSorley, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Liam McAuley, Chuckie Morris, Smackers McAnaney, Kevin Daly, Charlie Vernon 1-1, Simon Lennon, Harpo McKenna, Nippy Swift 0-3, Joe Quigley 0-2 (0-2 frees), Kevin Kelly 0-1, Gerard McDonagh 0-1 and Matthew Cartmill (Declan Coulter 0-1).
Our match at home to Culloville was abandoned after barely ten minutes of play, after Alan O'Neill suffered what looked like a neck injury. The injured player was taken to hospital by ambulance. Hopefully it won't be too serious, as I know Alan O'Neill has had neck or back problems in the past. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
For the reord, the score was one each at the time, Culloville taking the lead with a point from a free before the Harps equalised with a Gerard McDonagh point from play.
nothing to do with the thread, thought i would take the opportunity to let us no that if anyones interested poker classic (texas) in the Harps club Armagh on friday night, 8 30pm start, £20 in, proceeds in aid of mencap, member of the harps running the New York marathon in november, all support greatly welcomed, see www.justgiving.com/paulhagan if anyone would like to contribute.
Thanks Topgun
If the Harps and Ogs were to merge what would be your starting 15 from the present panels ???
Quote from: Louis the Red on September 12, 2007, 10:37:52 AM
If the Harps and Ogs were to merge what would be your starting 15 from the present panels ???
Sum chance of that happenin!! :D :D
Best wishes to big Alan, the challange looked innocuous enough.
Hagan, our you running it by relay with them lads or all together. If you do the 26 miles i'll do London next year ;) 8)
From an outsider I reckon~:
McKinney
Mallon Holmes Raffo
Mousey Vernon Paul Duffy
Nippy Hughesie
Toal Loughran Quigley
Pauric Duffy Ronan JJ
Quote
McKinney
Mallon Holmes Raffo
Mousey Vernon Paul Duffy
Nippy Hughesie
Toal Loughran Quigley
Pauric Duffy Ronan JJ
Not a bad team - would only make a few changes
McKinney
Mallon Raffo McCoy
JP (who???) Holmes Paul Duffy
Vernon Hughesie
Toal Nippy Loughran
Shorty Ronan Joe
Don't worry Candyman - you would be first sub ;)
Where's Harpo?
QuoteWhere's Harpo?
Development Squad :D :D
Mc Kinney
Mallon Gill Paul Duffy
Jp Vernon Raff
Holmes Nippy
Quigley Loughran Toal
Shorty Ronan Mc Donagh
Quote from: gaa.boy on September 12, 2007, 07:32:40 PM
Mc Kinney
Mallon Gill Paul Duffy
Jp Vernon Raff
Holmes Nippy
Quigley Loughran Toal
Shorty Ronan Mc Donagh
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Mc Donagh ??? ??? ???
Sneaked home by two points tonight against Culloville under the lights - 2-11 to 1-12. That gives us 16 points and I would be surprised - nay, gutted, if we somehow went down with that total. I reckon we're safe! ;D
Will get a report up tomorrow about what was an enjoyable game, via Young Bennydorano!
Quote from: gaa.boy on September 12, 2007, 07:32:40 PM
Mc Kinney
Mallon Gill Paul Duffy
Jp Vernon Raff
Holmes Nippy
Quigley Loughran Toal
Shorty Ronan Mc Donagh
Only one county starter between the ogs and harps. mustbe a long time since that ws the case?
I count 2
Two if you count ronan
"Only one county starter between the ogs and harps. mustbe a long time since that ws the case?"
In the Ulster Championship wins prior to 2002 was there a starting Harps or Ogs player?
I'd say there'll be a higher representation next year.
Hughesie...
When i think about it, the city clubs have been poorly represented since the nineties
Think your right Uladh, as far as i'm aware the first ulster armagh won in the 90's was the first time the Harps were not represented on an armagh ulster winning panel! :o
im back!!!
An RTF production
Harps v Culloville
Harps ensured their survival in Division One of the All County League last Wednesday night, when they had two points to spare over fellow strugglers Culloville. The match, played under the lights, was an entertaining and end to end game that kept both sets of supporters on their toes until the final whistle.
Harps started off defending the dressing room goals and soon had the opening point through a great Joe Quigley effort from play. Culloville equalised when their inside forward was able to gather a shot that came back off the post, and slot a point from close range. Nippy scored a lovely point after a run through the middle, and after Kevin Kelly shot wide he eventually did manage a point with his next attempt; a thirty yard free after Ebbie was fouled. Joe Quigley added a further point which was quickly cancelled out by a point from the Culloville number 15. Harps then appeared to establish full control when they got a rather controversial goal. A high ball to the back post was fisted goalwards by Kevin Kelly, and although the keeper appeared to gather under the bar, umpire Pearse Dynes had no hesitation in signalling that the keeper had stepped back over the line and the goal was allowed to stand. Harps really should have used this lead to take full control of the match. Instead however, they sat back and allowed Culloville to stage a great comeback. They dominated the next stage of play, scoring 1-3, to take the lead for the first time in the game. The goal itself was disappointing from a defensive point of view, with the attacker allowed to break clear of the defence, soccer style, and side foot a well placed shot beyond Willie McSorley. Charlie Vernon restored parity with a well taken point. Charlie followed this up with a wide before Harps were reduced to fourteen men, when Kevin Kelly received a straight red card for an off the ball incident. Joe Quigley slotted a point from a free and both sides swapped wides just prior to the half time whistle blowing.
Half time, Harps 1-06, Culloville 1-05.
Culloville attacked from the off but had a bad wide from their number 13. Harps then extended their lead with a point from a Joe Quigley free before Culloville pointed with a free of their own. The equaliser soon followed with an excellent point from their number 7. Both sides again exchanged wides before Harps were awarded a penalty when Joe Quigley was brought down in the large parallelogram at the end of a great run. Joe dusted himself down and confidently side footed the kick to the net. Declan Coulter, now in for Harpo, scored an excellent fisted point after good work by Chuckie, although Culloville pointed following a great move from the kick out. Nippy responded with a magnificent long range point from play and Smackers then extended the Harps' lead to five points with a well taken point. Once again though when well placed, Harps allowed the opposition back into the game. Culloville reeled off the next four points – two of which were brilliant long range efforts from numbers 11 and 17 – to leave a single point in it, and the match in the balance. Charlie Vernon had a wide for the Harps, although Culloville responded with two wides of their own when the equaliser was definitely on. Joe Quigley managed a point from play to give the Harps a bit of breathing space, but Culloville still threatened, and Willie McSorley had to be both sharp and brave to deny an incoming forward. Culloville were then reduced to fourteen men following the red card given to their full forward, and in injury time they again reduced the arrears to the minimum with a point from a close in free. With time almost up, and the Harps' supporters shouting for the final whistle, Charlie Vernon stepped up to slot a well taken point to eventually secure both points and thus ensure Division 1 survival.
Final score, Harps 2-12, Culloville 1-13.
As stated, this was a thoroughly entertaining game, which was end to end, and was marked by some excellent point taking by both sides. Best for the Harps were Martin Gill in defence, Charlie Vernon in midfield and Joe Quigley in attack. The Harps lined out as follows. Willie McSorley, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Liam McAuley, Chuckie Morris, Smackers McAnaney 0-1, Martin McCoy, Charlie Vernon 0-2, Simon Lennon, Harpo McKenna (Declan Coulter 0-1), Nippy Swift 0-2, Joe Quigley 1-5 (1-0 penalty, 0-2 frees), Kevin Kelly 1-1 (0-1 free), Gerard McDonagh and Ebbie Toal.
Correct me if i'm wrong is that 7 wins and 1 draw from the Championship defeat, good going by the lads and Div 1 football next year was an absolute necessity.
we're down to play cross on sunday, anyone think it wont be played on account of the final next week???
I've heard nothing Candyman but In my view its perfect preperation for them, playing a side from the City.
Any truth the Ogs v Dromintee has been fixed for Abbey Park on Thursday night under the lights.
Quote from: Spiritof98 on September 19, 2007, 01:15:36 PM
I've heard nothing Candyman but In my view its perfect preperation for them, playing a side from the City.
Any truth the Ogs v Dromintee has been fixed for Abbey Park on Thursday night under the lights.
Yes. Our game is fixed for Abbey Park tomorrow night, throw in at 7
and who agreed to let the piggery use our facilities??? ;)
Much appreciated Candyman, you love us really :P
dont worry we'll have the showers on full blast and tea and sandwiches in the club after for ye's.... AM SUUUURRREEEE!!!!! :D
u back in contention for a spot anyway el cuervo???
I'm readily available again. back to full fitness so ye never know
Harps beaten 1-10 to 0-06 by Crossmaglen Rangers at Abbey Park today, in a poor enough match between two understrength teams. Match report to follow.
Will the Harps folk be supporting one of their 'forgotten sons' in this year's Tyrone SFC Final?
Quote from: Redhandfan on September 23, 2007, 11:57:31 PM
Will the Harps folk be supporting one of their 'forgotten sons' in this year's Tyrone SFC Final?
Bloody hell - so Na Fianna are through? I hear he is actually playing very well, and of course they will have my full support - good on D.
Funny too - us and Coalisland built up a healthy rivalry over the 1989-91 period - both of us played in those three County finals, winning two - Coailsland were shocked in Edendork in 1991 by Clonoe when going for the three-in-a-row.
Harps v Crossmaglen Rangers
Harps entertained All Ireland Club Champions Crossmaglen Rangers in Abbey Park this afternoon and suffered a seven point defeat in a match that never reached any great heights. The match had the feel of an end of season fixture with nothing to play for. Harps are safe from relegation and Rangers have their eyes firmly set on next week's showdown with Pearse Og.
Harps, in perfect conditions for football, started off attacking the dressing room goals. Rangers though had the first attempt, but a long range free drifted wide. Harpo responded with Harps' first wide before Joe Quigley opened the scoring with an excellent long range free. Rangers equalised with a point from a free of their own and in the next attack struck for a goal. Stephen Kernan raced in on goal and struck a powerful shot that was brilliantly saved by Gareth Richards. Unfortunately the ball ran loose and the corner forward side footed into the net from close range. McKenna added a point for Cross, and after another wide, Harpo pointed when a goal looked there for the taking. Rangers returned to the attack and were denied another goal by an absolutely sensational point blank save from Gareth Richards. Play at this stage became very scrappy, with both sides guilty of terrible shooting. Cross did manage another point and although Harps began to dominate, all they had to show for their efforts were five wides in a row. Cross added a wide of their own before adding two points from Stephen Kernan and Cathal Shortt, and the Harps finished the half with two further wides to bring our tally of wides at the interval to ten.
Half time, Harps 0-02, Crossmaglen Rangers 1-05.
Harps introduced young Ultan Lennon for his Senior debut, in a swap with Matt Cartmill. Play though continued to be of a poor standard from both sides. The first six attempts at goal were all wides (four for Cross), before Joe Quigley opened the second half scoring with a point from a free. Charlie Vernon added a lovely point from the kick out to give the Harps' support hope, but Rangers returned to the attack and added a point from a free, which was moved up into a scoreable position because of idiotic back chat to the ref. Rangers had another wide before they added an excellent long range point. Both side swapped wides before Harps made another switch; Neil McArdle coming in for Kevin Daly. Ciaran Clifford then had a bad wide from a very scoreable free before Simon Lennon scored a nice point from thirty yards. Cross added another point from their number twelve, and following a wide scored their ninth point through McKenna. Harps at this stage appeared to have accepted defeat, and this was reflected in the careless manner in which Joe Quigley put a straightforward twenty one yard free wide. Cross responded with yet another wide, before they added a point from a fifty. Harps added a consolation point right at the death – a score for debutant Ultan Lennon from a thirty yard free, that brought the biggest cheer of the day for the home crowd.
Final score, Harps 0-06, Crossmaglen Rangers 1-10.
As stated, this was a disappointing game, and it appeared that both sides, which were significantly understrength, had their minds elsewhere. Harps can point to their fifteen wides as the reason for their defeat, but Crossmaglen's shooting wasn't much better, with their wides tally standing at thirteen. Best for the Harps wereGareth Richards in nets, Martin Gill in defence and Harpo in attack. For sheer effort alone though, our man of the match was Joe Quigley who run himself into the ground up front.
The Harps lined out as follows. Gareth Richards, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Fergus McAleavey, Kevin Daly (Neil McArdle), Smackers McAnaney, Chuckie Morris, Charlie Vernon 0-1, Simon Lennon 0-1, Ebbie Toal, Harpo McKenna 0-1, Joe Quigley 0-2 (0-2 frees), Matthew Cartmill (Ultan Lennon 0-1), Gerard McDonagh and Ciaran Cifford.
'For sheer effort alone though, our man of the match was Joe Quigley who run himself into the ground up front' - Rufus you must have missed most of the game - wee Joe who is a great lad and really good player had a real stinker yesterday including missing a 14 yard free in front of the posts. The MOM was Martin Gill and there were no other contenders at all. I know 2 people can see totally different things from a match but that is taking the biscuit!!!
Quote from: Scarface on September 24, 2007, 08:57:58 AM
'For sheer effort alone though, our man of the match was Joe Quigley who run himself into the ground up front' - Rufus you must have missed most of the game - wee Joe who is a great lad and really good player had a real stinker yesterday including missing a 14 yard free in front of the posts. The MOM was Martin Gill and there were no other contenders at all. I know 2 people can see totally different things from a match but that is taking the biscuit!!!
Marty had a very good game no doubt. To deal with your point though would entail me giving my reasons and I will not sit here, on a public forum and make a critical analysis of his performance to justify my own opinion - you saw the match, you have your opinion - Joe Quigley was, in my opinion, Harps' man of the match - simple as that.
Who's the former Armagh Harps player now playing for coalisland?
Quote from: giveherlong on September 24, 2007, 10:23:12 AM
Who's the former Armagh Harps player now playing for coalisland?
Damian Jordan
Best of luck to Shoot.
Has he been featuring
alright there spirit. yeah, he's been playing all year....doin well. played mostly between chb and fb.
Great stuff, Pity its not for us, but thats another story.
When is the final, I'll take a trip to that.
14th oct, omagh
A quick note.....
For anyone that doesnt know the Harps ladies are playing the mens team of '89 in abbey park next sunday (7th October) Time to be confirmed or maybe someone on here can confirm it???
should be a bit of craic with some of the 'ladies' that will be playing.... ;)
Quote from: Candyman on September 24, 2007, 12:03:44 PM
A quick note.....
For anyone that doesnt know the Harps ladies are playing the mens team of '89 in abbey park next sunday (7th October) Time to be confirmed or maybe someone on here can confirm it???
should be a bit of craic with some of the 'ladies' that will be playing.... ;)
Now theres a match worth watching. I am sure every one of the wemen will love tackling Egg and he can expect to be closely marked during the encounter.
FFS dont start stumpy, he will keel over dead the ballix but head will probably feature and dominate, benny O'Kane and the McCoys are in fine fettle and the wemen have no chance. I would pay big money to have a dvd of that match, it will be some craic and i am sad for missing it. :'(
That will be a great night in the club after.
here, the boys are lucky they are not playing the Ogs wemen :-[
Rufus,
it's not a big deal - i will not fall out with you over it. Thanks for pointing out that we were on a public forum - did not know that. ;)
In hindsight there was not much point in playing the game was there? Thought Cross would have played a strong team and went at it hammer and tongs but they did not. Harps also played with not much desire. Pretty rubbish game really.
Quote from: Scarface on September 25, 2007, 01:32:14 PM
Rufus,
it's not a big deal - i will not fall out with you over it. Thanks for pointing out that we were on a public forum - did not know that. ;)
In hindsight there was not much point in playing the game was there? Thought Cross would have played a strong team and went at it hammer and tongs but they did not. Harps also played with not much desire. Pretty rubbish game really.
yeh, Cross would really come to Abbey Pk a week before the county final and show their hand for all to see....wise up!
Wise up yourself you root!!! Everyone knows their 'hand' - they just cannot beat it.
last 3 or 4 posts.... Harps all over!!! ::)
Is the air clearer up there on the high moral ground Candyman?
Quote from: Scarface on September 25, 2007, 02:33:07 PM
Is the air clearer up there on the high moral ground Candyman?
Dont know what your trying to imply but if ye've got something to say then PM me.....
Not implying one thing - you just sounded a bit condescending in your last email - that was all. All I said was that the match was played like a training groung game - maybe I should not have used the phrase 'you root' though :) Apologies to whoever for that one.
Its not that... if you remember about 2 months ago when "Iron Fist" came on giving his tuppence worth and made a mockery of the thread while insulting players etc?!?! Just didnt wanna see that kind of crap creeping back in.... although he's been very quiet lately??? (maybe beacuse evryone knows who he is ;) )
have a nice day now... :P
Candyman a lacklustre performance you'll have to admit on Sunday. We were poor throughout the pitch and unlike previous posts I couldnt hazard to select a Man of the match. But we'll put it down to the last game syndrome, Some good results recently to secure Div 1 status and hopefully we can build on it next year and hopefully the draw might be more favourable to us next year and we can get a competitive summer (last 3 years Dromintee x 2, Cross) ala Pogs (bye, nab maghery).
Good luck over the winter lads
Are you away for the ski season spirit 98
see you after the winter break ;D ;D
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on September 25, 2007, 03:47:20 PM
Are you away for the ski season spirit 98
see you after the winter break ;D ;D
No, just feel a hybernation coming up if the unbelievable happens on Sunday ;)
Spirit your totally right.... i've put the winter suit on a few months too early i think!!! think it was just the fact its prob the last game of the season plus everyone's fitness woulnd't be tip-top???
If the "unbelievable" does happen it'll be unbearable... the flights from Luton will be flat-out!!! ;)
There might be a flight out of luton sunday evening alright
and one booked to return the following sunday
Suprised your not coming over wee man, just got my hours there so i'm working Sunday during the day so I wont get to cross either and I avoid the messes that night. Jap bet me to were my Kilkenny jersey, dont think it would go down to well.
if im not mistaken your playin over there on sunday umgola??? Spirit sure just do the thing right and wear a cross jersey??? will ye take the odds in o'neills...
Ogs + 6 @ evens???
Yeah, have a championship relegation match sunday if that makes sense, havent played for 2 months and then they go and fix the last game of the year for sunday afternoon.
what odds on a draw
Quote from: Scarface on September 25, 2007, 01:32:14 PM
Rufus,
it's not a big deal - i will not fall out with you over it. Thanks for pointing out that we were on a public forum - did not know that. ;)
In hindsight there was not much point in playing the game was there? Thought Cross would have played a strong team and went at it hammer and tongs but they did not. Harps also played with not much desire. Pretty rubbish game really.
Listen - no worries horse. I do get a bit hot under the collar when I'm questioned about the reports and yet and all I actually would prefer you to say what you think than not to say it at all - I like plenty of discussion about our matches, and to be honest, you weren't alone - some others gave off to me about my man of the match selection!! ;D
By the way lads - this talk of the Cross game now being the last game of the season - are the Dromintee away and Maghery at home games not going to take place? As I see it, both Culloville and Whitecross can finish level with us and Mullaghbawn on 16 points, if they win all their games in hand. Do I take it from that that they still have to play each other and thus one of them will definitely go down?
I was hoping to draw up a table showing scores and team sheets throughout the season, and not playing the last two games would take away from that! >:(
As far as I know Rufus we need at least another point to be certain. My understanding is that Dromintee haven't been fielding teams so if this happened would we not be entitled to the points??? maybe some of their supporters could clear this up???
Glad to see some people would like to see a Rangers win.
Not much support on the Armagh thread
Think ogs will struggle at midfield and cross to win by 6
Rufus,
Culloville have to play Crossmaglen, Pearse Og & Tir na nÓg.
Whitecross have to play Maghery & Pearse Og.
Quote from: Armagh Exile on September 29, 2007, 09:04:06 PM
Rufus,
Culloville have to play Crossmaglen, Pearse Og & Tir na nÓg.
Whitecross have to play Maghery & Pearse Og.
Thanks for that Exile. I would like to think that one of them will drop at least a point given that run in!
A few important dates up and coming to note;
Under 16 Jim Donnelly Cup Final - this Sunday 7th October
Youth Night At The Races - Social Club - Friday 19th October
Under 21 Championship - Harps v Carrickcruppen - Abbey Park - Saturday 6th October 2.00 pm
Senior League - Harps v Maghery - Abbey Park - Tuesday 9th October 7.30 pm
Presentation Night - Armagh City Hotel - Friday 16th November
AGM - Social Club - Monday 26th November
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 02, 2007, 11:02:37 PM
A few important dates up and coming to note;
Under 16 Jim Donnelly Cup Final - this Sunday 7th October
Youth Night At The Races - Social Club - Friday 19th October
Under 21 Championship - Harps v Carrickcruppen - Abbey Park - Saturday 6th October 2.00 pm
Senior League - Harps v Maghery - Abbey Park - Tuesday 9th October 7.30 pm
Presentation Night - Armagh City Hotel - Friday 16th November
AGM - Social Club - Monday 26th November
No doubt that'll be tidy Rufus.... I wonder if any of the posters on here will come out of the woodwork for that???
Only im booked that sunday i would have made it candyman ;D
still awaiting you match analysis
How many different clubs have u played for now Umgola
one or two ;D
he's been at as many clubs as shea campbell :D :D
A few important dates up and coming to note;
Under 16 Jim Donnelly Cup Final - this Sunday 7th October
Youth Night At The Races - Social Club - Friday 19th October
Under 21 Championship - Harps v Carrickcruppen - Abbey Park - Saturday 6th October 2.00 pm
Senior League - Harps v Maghery - Abbey Park - Tuesday 9th October 7.30 pm
Presentation Night - Armagh City Hotel - Friday 16th November
AGM - Social Club - Monday 26th November
Don't forget the Ladie's team versus the 1989 c'ship winneing team on Sunday 7th, make sure the jersey isn't too tight..........don't want any of the girls to get too excited, and don't try swapping jersies at full time! ;)
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on October 03, 2007, 10:34:54 AM
one or two ;D
you'd nearly have one in every continent by now
well el cuervo if you couldn't get football with even the B team would you not move on to another?? lol :D :D :D
Quote from: Candyman on October 03, 2007, 11:20:40 AM
well el cuervo if you couldn't get football with even the B team would you not move on to another?? lol :D :D :D
tut tut tut :D
Cheers candyman nail on the head!!! :D ;D :D
took ye long enough to reply??? maybe ye were over-analysing my "report"??? ;)
Very busy with work you know the craic yourself :P
Can't let the moment pass without mention of a great days craic yesterday, when the 1989 Seniors played the current ladies team, or as the scoreboard read, Oldies v Ladies!
The whole thing was very well organised, and from a personal point of view it was absolutely brilliant to be back in the dressing room with all the old team mates - first time I have seen Hack Moore and Jim O'Hare in years - just a great day all round, and then the old videos produced in the Club after!! The only down side was Egg and Barry Ryan whooping and hollaring every time they appeared on screen!! >:( Social Club management really have to intervene quicker!! :P
By the way - some fine strapping young girls introduced for the second third of the game!! :o
Well done to Paula Powell, Brenda Gill and all the ladies committee, and thanks for a great day that brought some great memories back!! :D
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 09, 2007, 12:07:05 AM
Can't let the moment pass without mention of a great days craic yesterday, when the 1989 Seniors played the current ladies team, or as the scoreboard read, Oldies v Ladies!
The whole thing was very well organised, and from a personal point of view it was absolutely brilliant to be back in the dressing room with all the old team mates - first time I have seen Hack Moore and Jim O'Hare in years - just a great day all round, and then the old videos produced in the Club after!! The only down side was Egg and Barry Ryan whooping and hollaring every time they appeared on screen!! >:( Social Club management really have to intervene quicker!! :P
By the way - some fine strapping young girls introduced for the second third of the game!! :o
Well done to Paula Powell, Brenda Gill and all the ladies committee, and thanks for a great day that brought some great memories back!! :D
you said it Rufus... ;)
So what is the story with Sunday, do you need to beat us to ensure survival?
we play maghery 2nite and we'll see after that.....
In Maghery or Abbey Park?
Game is in abbey park @ 7.30pm...
will u's field on sunday??? ;)
I would fully expect us too. We had a strong enough team out against Clans and it was a super match. We have an U21 match on Saturday and about half our starters on Sunday were of this age group so plenty will probably be rested on Sunday. Therefore I have no idea what type of team will be out if we do fied.
Quote from: Candyman on October 09, 2007, 09:59:44 AM
we play maghery 2nite and we'll see after that.....
Tonight's match ended in a draw, 2-10 apiece between two understrength teams - that puts both teams on seveteen points and both are now safe from relegation, which of course is a relief! :)
Get a report up of the game - may be interesting to see if Sunday's fixture still goes ahead, as it is now (I think) a meaningless fixture for both sides.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 09, 2007, 11:30:01 PM
Tonight's match ended in a draw, 2-10 apiece between two understrength teams - that puts both teams on seveteen points and both are now safe from relegation, which of course is a relief! :)
Wasn't that a lucky result then ;)
why wouldn't we field? we've fielded in every game this year...
Quote from: Aghdavoyle on October 10, 2007, 09:08:54 AM
why wouldn't we field? we've fielded in every game this year...
after last nites result, the Harps might not.
i'd imagine the Harps will field unless Dromintee call it off which i suspect they wont... :-\
Harps did not field.
Why did the Harps not field?????
The boys were on the beer :)
now now umgola can u verify this....
Thats ballix!
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on October 15, 2007, 02:25:42 PM
The boys were on the beer :)
That was just Sunday, I believe if you stroll down to Raffertys tonight and maybe even 2moro, your sure to rub shoulders with a few green and gold players that turned up for the county final ;D
Of course, nothing like a fresh pint on a monday after work :P
Quote from: stew on October 15, 2007, 12:44:17 PM
Why did the Harps not field?????
Unfortunately not enough players turned up to field, Stew. It's a pity, as it would have been the right thing to fulfil the fixture, but there you go - once the draw on Tuesday night made us mathematically safe, the appetite for a trip down to South Armagh was simply not there.
Which is fair enough in my opinion at this stage.
I wonder does not fielding happen around crossmaglen much?
Rufus,
That wouldnt have happened in our day
:P ;D
Does not matter man in black, even if they mutually agree to call a game off they pursue the points and the County board give them.
Harps v Maghery
Harps guaranteed their first division survival, a week ago last Tuesday night, when they played out an entertaining draw with Maghery under the lights at Abbey Park. Indeed, by coincidence, the draw also made Maghery safe from relegation.
Harps opened the scoring with a point from Ebby Toal but a point from the Maghery full forward cancelled this out. Joe Quigley was then unlucky to see his deflected shot hit the post. A bad Maghery kick out saw Ciaran Clifford gather and point, and points quickly followed from Matt Cartmill and Smackers. Maghery had two wides in this period but managed a second point from a close in free. From the kick out, Charlie Vernon fielded, made a brilliant run and fed Joe Quigley for a point. Maghery had the next three attempts for scores, but could only manage the one point. Ciaran Clifford had a bad wide from a free before both sides swapped points – ours a Joe Quigley point after playing a one-two from a free. Joe followed up with a wide from a free from an acute angle but made amends shortly after with a brilliant point from a free out on the left wing. Maghery though were far from finished and in a purple patch scored an excellent point from their number twelve, before a brilliant move up the right wing resulted in a well-taken goal. A point from a free followed before Simon Lennon finished the half with a Harps' wide.
Half time, Harps 0-07, Maghery 1-06.
Harps made three changes at the interval, with Liam McAuley, Ultan Lennon and Fergus McAleavey coming in for Martin Gill, Ciaran Clifford and Kevin Daly. Despite these changes, it was Maghery who opened the scoring with a point from a free. Harpo had a wide before Charlie Vernon scored a brilliant individual point. Harpo had a bad wide from a free and this was punished further when the Maghery number thirteen pointed. Nippy Swift replaced Gerard McDonagh in attack as Harps sought to chase the game. The Maghery keeper then gathered a high ball in, but as he advanced from his line he was dispossessed and Ultan Lennon side footed to the net from close range. This seemed to act as a real spur to Harps and points followed from Nippy and a Joe Quigley free. Yet Maghery were still dominating and managed five wides in a row in this period. Chuckie Morris came in for Joe Quigley and Maghery eventually found their shooting boots, quickly hitting back-to-back points. A high ball into the Harps square was misjudged by the defence and left a Maghery attacker in a one on one with Dingle (Og) Daly, and a goal followed. Maghery had yet another wide before Nippy Swift beat the Maghery cover before expertly finishing to the net. This put the sides level, and despite several efforts from both sides, there was to be no further scoring. At the final whistle both sides appeared relieved to have done enough to secure their own survival.
Final score, Harps 2-10, Maghery 2-10.
The Harps fielded as follows. Johnny Daly, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill (Liam McAuley), Jim Marley, Neil McArdle, Smackers McAnaney 0-1, Kevin Daly (Fergus McAleavey), Charlie Vernon 0-1, Simon Lennon, Ebby Toal 0-1, Harpo McKenna, Joe Quigley 0-4 (0-2 frees)(Chuckie Morris), Matt Cartmill 0-1, Ciaran Clifford 0-1 (Ultan Lennon 1-0) and Gerard McDonagh (Nippy Swift 1-1).
Rufus, I presume you had great difficulty keeping a straight face while writing that report of the Harps v Maghery game. By pure chance, I caught the last ten minutes of the match in question. I happened to be driving along the main Moy/Armagh road that night and saw the lights coming from Abbey Park. So, being the great Gael that I am, I went up to see what was going on.
All I can say is that I will never attend another Armagh club match again if this is what passes for sport. Both clubs should be ashamed of themselves for taking part in this 'sham fixture'. It was so blatantly obvious that the two teams were playing for a draw and, worse still, everyone at the ground thought it was hilarious. I only learned afterwards that both teams required a point for their Division One safety but never in a million years did I think I would actually see such a blatant case of 'match-fixing' in the GAA. The equalising goal appeared to be pre-rehearsed by the two teams and was greeted with roars of laughter by the so-called Harps Ultras in the stand. As if that was not bad enough, both sides deliberately missed perfectly good scoring opportunities late in the game, a number of which were absolute 'sitters'.
I honestly thought match-fixing only went on at Irish league soccer matches and never knew it to be a problem in Armagh GAA. I meant to post earlier on this topic but was far too disgusted to even mention it. However, with Rufus having the audacity to post a report on this match, I feel it is time people knew the truth about what really happened that night in Abbey Park. Shame on you all.....
Quote from: Redhandfan on October 21, 2007, 10:11:55 PM
Rufus, I presume you had great difficulty keeping a straight face while writing that report of the Harps v Maghery game. By pure chance, I caught the last ten minutes of the match in question. I happened to be driving along the main Moy/Armagh road that night and saw the lights coming from Abbey Park. So, being the great Gael that I am, I went up to see what was going on.
All I can say is that I will never attend another Armagh club match again if this is what passes for sport. Both clubs should be ashamed of themselves for taking part in this 'sham fixture'. It was so blatantly obvious that the two teams were playing for a draw and, worse still, everyone at the ground thought it was hilarious. I only learned afterwards that both teams required a point for their Division One safety but never in a million years did I think I would actually see such a blatant case of 'match-fixing' in the GAA. The equalising goal appeared to be pre-rehearsed by the two teams and was greeted with roars of laughter by the so-called Harps Ultras in the stand. As if that was not bad enough, both sides deliberately missed perfectly good scoring opportunities late in the game, a number of which were absolute 'sitters'.
I honestly thought match-fixing only went on at Irish league soccer matches and never knew it to be a problem in Armagh GAA. I meant to post earlier on this topic but was far too disgusted to even mention it. However, with Rufus having the audacity to post a report on this match, I feel it is time people knew the truth about what really happened that night in Abbey Park. Shame on you all.....
I wouldnt have put it that way at all rhf, clearly from the report that i read Harps had to bring on the guns to get the last few scores on the board to draw the game for them namely, Nippy Swift, Chuckie Morris, Ultan Lennon, putting 2-1 between them over and under the bar.
Also
why would the best referee (imo) in Co. Armagh travel all the miles from near Crossmaglen to Armagh referee a 'fixed game'?
why was there a gate and half time draw taken, sure had the match been pre-planned and fixed who would have bothered paying into it?
I'd hardly think yous told the ref the game was fixed?
Think rhf should keep his libelous nonsense for the angry pages of the Irish News :)
Quote from: Redhandfan on October 21, 2007, 10:11:55 PM
Rufus, I presume you had great difficulty keeping a straight face while writing that report of the Harps v Maghery game. By pure chance, I caught the last ten minutes of the match in question. I happened to be driving along the main Moy/Armagh road that night and saw the lights coming from Abbey Park. So, being the great Gael that I am, I went up to see what was going on.
All I can say is that I will never attend another Armagh club match again if this is what passes for sport. Both clubs should be ashamed of themselves for taking part in this 'sham fixture'. It was so blatantly obvious that the two teams were playing for a draw and, worse still, everyone at the ground thought it was hilarious. I only learned afterwards that both teams required a point for their Division One safety but never in a million years did I think I would actually see such a blatant case of 'match-fixing' in the GAA. The equalising goal appeared to be pre-rehearsed by the two teams and was greeted with roars of laughter by the so-called Harps Ultras in the stand. As if that was not bad enough, both sides deliberately missed perfectly good scoring opportunities late in the game, a number of which were absolute 'sitters'.
I honestly thought match-fixing only went on at Irish league soccer matches and never knew it to be a problem in Armagh GAA. I meant to post earlier on this topic but was far too disgusted to even mention it. However, with Rufus having the audacity to post a report on this match, I feel it is time people knew the truth about what really happened that night in Abbey Park. Shame on you all.....
RHF as a Harps supporter I am sorry that you will never again watch an Armagh club match but I am sure you will continue to take your silly wee digs at the Harps and Armagh football in general.
Go away and lie down son and if you feel that embittered toward Armagh why dont you find yourself a job in your own county, that way you can cut all ties with Armagh altogether. ;)
Good man stew, its always good to get an external opinion on matters.
Did you enjoy the maghery game
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on October 23, 2007, 11:37:30 AM
Good man stew, its always good to get an external opinion on matters.
Did you enjoy the maghery game
It is my opinion that young RHF hates the harps, he has been bitching about them for years and now and again I respond to the tripe he swears is Gospel about the Harps.
Do I really need to be at the game to know that he is talking out of his arse? I don't think so.
What any of this has to do you with umgola is beyond me but I do think it is great you jumped to young Mackles defense. :)
As a member of the club i think im entitle to an opinion!!!!! :P
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on October 25, 2007, 01:03:06 AM
As a member of the club i think im entitle to an opinion!!!!! :P
Are you not the Honourary President of the Ballycrummy 5 GFC??? :D
Quote from: Candyman on October 25, 2007, 12:53:34 PM
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on October 25, 2007, 01:03:06 AM
As a member of the club i think im entitle to an opinion!!!!! :P
Are you not the Honourary President of the Ballycrummy 5 GFC??? :D
Apparently there's been a few people with transfer requests to join it as well
aye so i hear... ;)
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on October 25, 2007, 01:03:06 AM
As a member of the club i think im entitle to an opinion!!!!! :P
That you are sir, that you are.
Candyman, your transfer forms are in the post and the deal can be closed this weekend (in raffs)
training starts in May
What about my fee umgola, can we agree on that at least??? ;)
All will be revealed in raffs
;D
Fancy Dress/ Halloween party on sat nite in the club....
should be a good nites craic with some unusual clients lurking about!!! :D
Congratulations to our girls Under 14s after they beat Carrickcruppen by four points in the Championship Final in Mullabrack yesterday afternoon. Nice one girls!! 8)
Like to mention also the management team of Malachy Geraghty, Alun Kelly and Leo Duffy! Well done lads!! 8)
Quote from: Candyman on October 26, 2007, 10:29:19 AM
What about my fee umgola, can we agree on that at least??? ;)
Would a few burgers do?? ;)
ah now only the finest armagh champagne will do... ;)
Good job yer man wasing driving past the Mullaghbawn v Maghery game. If he was disgusted with the Harps match, he would be pulling the pin out of the gernade in his mouth at this token game. It happens everywhere. ::)
As evidenced by the lack of posts recently, ' things have been relatively quiet since the football season was wrapped up. In the last week though there have been a few events worth noting and updates to mention.
Last Friday night we had our dinner dance in the City Hotel. Congratulations to the following on their awards - Senior Player of the Year Chuckie Morris, Committee Person of the Year Paula Powell, Club Person of the Year Brian Toner and special mention to Hall of Fame winner Paul Cartmill. Well done all!
On Tuesday night of this week we had our Annual General Meeting. As normal it was the usual suspects present, but that said there were some welcome and new additions on the administrative side of things. The following are the Club Officers for 2008;
Chairman - James Clifford,
Vice Chairman - Stumps,
Secretary - Jack O'Hare
Vice Secretary - Tony Kelly
Treasurer - Conor Moore
Assistant Treasurer - Martin Gill
Registrar - Art McGinn
Youth Officer - Paul M ckenna
Committee - Phil McGinn, Aidan O'Kane, Paula Powell, Yorkie Powell, Bert Toal, Barry Moore, Paul Rath, Pearse Dynes, Malachy Geraghty, Tootsie McConville and Brenda Gill.
Have to put on record the thanks of all members to Don Richards who stood down as Secretary after a number of years in the position, and if I may so a special thanks to Dib Dib who quit as Treasurer after fourteen years at the post and who was responsible for steering the good ship Harps through some very difficult times in the early to mid nineties.
Last night we had our Mass in St Malachys for deceased members which was very well attended.
Finally a note of a couple of dates coming up in the Club;
Saturday 8th December there is a Cristmas Party Night for all Managers, Coaches, Volunteers, Helpers, Supporters, Players Lotto Sellers - admission free - includes Food, Music, Santa's Surprise ( :o) and a Champagne Reception.
Friday 14th December - there is a night of Texas Hold'em - first prize £500. Entry £20. Should be a good night!!
Please pass the word on about these events.
Rufus, there are a few things about the recent Annual Dinner Dance and A.G.M. which I would like to address with you:
1) As an honorary club member, I was disgusted at not being invited to attend either event.
2) This year's recipient of the Hall of Fame award is actually a Moy man.
3) The current committee is being infested by Moores, one of whom was not even present at the AGM.
In light of these developments, and the recent match-fixing fiasco with Maghery, you can stick your Texas Hold'em up your arse. I am now officially withdrawing all my support for the Harps club.
Slan.
Quote from: Redhandfan on November 25, 2007, 06:42:22 PM
Rufus, there are a few things about the recent Annual Dinner Dance and A.G.M. which I would like to address with you:
1) As an honorary club member, I was disgusted at not being invited to attend either event.
2) This year's recipient of the Hall of Fame award is actually a Moy man.
3) The current committee is being infested by Moores, one of whom was not even present at the AGM.
In light of these developments, and the recent match-fixing fiasco with Maghery, you can stick your Texas Hold'em up your arse. I am now officially withdrawing all of my support from the Harps club.
Slan.
That's lovely that is, and that from the self proclaimed 'great gael'!
Will you now be looking for
yet another club to replace the Harps in your life?
Tony Kelly looking after vice! Is that the Tony that has been known to post here now and again?
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on November 25, 2007, 07:11:05 PM
Quote from: Redhandfan on November 25, 2007, 06:42:22 PM
Rufus, there are a few things about the recent Annual Dinner Dance and A.G.M. which I would like to address with you:
1) As an honorary club member, I was disgusted at not being invited to attend either event.
2) This year's recipient of the Hall of Fame award is actually a Moy man.
3) The current committee is being infested by Moores, one of whom was not even present at the AGM.
In light of these developments, and the recent match-fixing fiasco with Maghery, you can stick your Texas Hold'em up your arse. I am now officially withdrawing all of my support from the Harps club.
Slan.
That's lovely that is, and that from the self proclaimed 'great gael'!
Will you now be looking for yet another club to replace the Harps in your life?
What??
Quote1) As an honorary club member, I was disgusted at not being invited to attend either event.
Maybe they were trying to tell you something?
Are you taking the piss here or what's the craic, how can you have two clubs in armagh and one in tyrone? (that we know of).
Quote from: Redhandfan on November 25, 2007, 06:42:22 PM
Rufus, there are a few things about the recent Annual Dinner Dance and A.G.M. which I would like to address with you:
1) As an honorary club member, I was disgusted at not being invited to attend either event.
2) This year's recipient of the Hall of Fame award is actually a Moy man.
3) The current committee is being infested by Moores, one of whom was not even present at the AGM.
In light of these developments, and the recent match-fixing fiasco with Maghery, you can stick your Texas Hold'em up your arse. I am now officially withdrawing all my support for the Harps club.
Slan.
You sound like you'll be a huge loss....
Lads, just a reminder that the Harps are helping with the guard of honour this evening for the return of Cardinal Brady to the City. Any members available, we're meeting at the old Customs post on the Monaghan Road at 6.30 pm. Make sure you're wearing your Na Clairsigh whistle and flute!!
Very sorry to have to report the passing of our esteemed member Marian McMahon, after a recent illness.
Marian was a true giant of Armagh Harps and a great worker and supporter of the Club over the years. This work was recognised back in 1997 when Marian was the recipient of our Hall of Fame award. At this moment, the time of Marian's funeral mass has not been confirmed, although it will be on Sunday.
Deepest sympathies to the family, who, as befitting such a great Harps family, were all close to the Club.
May Marian Rest In Peace.
Marian is being waked in her own house in Irish Street tonight. Her remains are due to leave her house at 5.30 tomorrow evening (Saturday) to go to the Cathedral. Her requiem Mass is at 11.00 am on Sunday morning. There will be a Harps Guard of Honour tomorrow and Sunday - anyone calling in this way and reading this, please pass the word on.
The Harps did Marian proud, both last night and this morning, when there was a large Guard of Honour to tak Marian's remains from her house in Irish Street, down through the City to the Cathedral, and after her requiem Mass today, where the hearse was accompanied out to the graveyard. There was also a representation of underage players forming a static Guard of Honour as the hearse left the Cathedral grounds.
A great send off for a great servant of the Club.
was talking to a harps man last night and he informed me if i wanted to make a few pound i should get on the harps to dethrone the rangers in 2008....
any truth??
I have not been able to post this last few days, but I would just like to express my deepest sympathies to the McGee and Hughes families on the tragic loss of Jamie.
I'm afraid in circumstances like this words seem of little use, but hopefully Jamie's family circle will somehow find the strength to get through the future.
May Jamie Rest In Peace.
The following is an extract from a letter that will be going out to many Harps people in the near future;
Dear Supporter/Friend of the Club,
As you are aware, Armagh Harps GFC is celebrating its 120th Anniversary during 2008.
The Club intends to mark this significant milestone by organising a number of major club events including the launch of a book detailing a comprehensive history of the Club, various youth and ladies events and a Gala Ball later in the year.
We would invite you to share in this historic year by applying for membership of our Club and supporting our work in the continued promotion of Gaelic Games in Armagh.
Yours Sincerely,
Armagh Harps Committee.
Can I just add to the above and remind all Harps people that membership is due and should be paid before 1st March to any Committee Member or behind the bar in the Club.
Unfortunately, due to the rising costs in running the extensive operation that is the modern day Armagh Harps, it has been necessary to increase membership fees with effect from 1st January 2008. The new fees are;
Full/football - £25
10 Year Full/Football - £200 (includes free entry to Harps matches in Abbey Park over the ten year period)
Social - £15
Youth - £10
Honorary/OAP - Free.
One last message tonight and that is to wish all the best to the new Harps Senior Management team. The team is led by Uncle Stumps and includes Tootsie McConville and John Lavery. The management have already met the Senior squad and training began last week-end.
Good luck to all concerned for the new season!! ;)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 13, 2008, 01:25:13 AM
Can I just add to the above and remind all Harps people that membership is due and should be paid before 1st March to any Committee Member or behind the bar in the Club.
Unfortunately, due to the rising costs in running the extensive operation that is the modern day Armagh Harps, it has been necessary to increase membership fees with effect from 1st January 2008. The new fees are;
Full/football - £25
10 Year Full/Football - £200 (includes free entry to Harps matches in Abbey Park over the ten year period)
Social - £15
Youth - £10
Honorary/OAP - Free.
One last message tonight and that is to wish all the best to the new Harps Senior Management team. The team is led by Uncle Stumps and includes Tootsie McConville and John Lavery. The management have already met the Senior squad and training began last week-end.
Good luck to all concerned for the new season!! ;)
I dont know about John Lavery but stumpy and tootise can sure use the exercise. I wish them all the best in 2008. How many times has stumpy been involved in the senior set up now?
Rufus, whatever you do, dont let stumpy pick either himself or Aidy Moore, that would be a disaster altogether. :P
Quote from: stew on January 15, 2008, 10:18:02 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 13, 2008, 01:25:13 AM
Can I just add to the above and remind all Harps people that membership is due and should be paid before 1st March to any Committee Member or behind the bar in the Club.
Unfortunately, due to the rising costs in running the extensive operation that is the modern day Armagh Harps, it has been necessary to increase membership fees with effect from 1st January 2008. The new fees are;
Full/football - £25
10 Year Full/Football - £200 (includes free entry to Harps matches in Abbey Park over the ten year period)
Social - £15
Youth - £10
Honorary/OAP - Free.
One last message tonight and that is to wish all the best to the new Harps Senior Management team. The team is led by Uncle Stumps and includes Tootsie McConville and John Lavery. The management have already met the Senior squad and training began last week-end.
Good luck to all concerned for the new season!! ;)
I dont know about John Lavery but stumpy and tootise can sure use the exercise. I wish them all the best in 2008. How many times has stumpy been involved in the senior set up now?
Rufus, whatever you do, dont let stumpy pick either himself or Aidy Moore, that would be a disaster altogether. :P
Tootsie is looking very trim these days Stew - Stumpy on the other hand is well mended!! ::)
Any word on who the new harps manager is?
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 13, 2008, 01:25:13 AM
Can I just add to the above and remind all Harps people that membership is due and should be paid before 1st March to any Committee Member or behind the bar in the Club.
Unfortunately, due to the rising costs in running the extensive operation that is the modern day Armagh Harps, it has been necessary to increase membership fees with effect from 1st January 2008. The new fees are;
Full/football - £25
10 Year Full/Football - £200 (includes free entry to Harps matches in Abbey Park over the ten year period)
Social - £15
Youth - £10
Honorary/OAP - Free.
One last message tonight and that is to wish all the best to the new Harps Senior Management team. The team is led by Uncle Stumps and includes Tootsie McConville and John Lavery. The management have already met the Senior squad and training began last week-end.
Good luck to all concerned for the new season!! ;)
If the nick-names throw ye off: John Rath, Paul Rath, John McConville & John Lavery ;)
oops!
very odd. fella i know got a phone call early last week about the vacancy
::)
We are getting in a new batch of Club blazers, anyone interested in buying a new one (or replacing an old one), can PM me with their details, e-mail their details to me at tonyarmagh@hotmail.com or you can leave your details in the Social Club (37 523281).
They should be in around the £50 mark.
rufus will be needing one, his old one wont stretch any more ;D
Armagh Harps v Banagher
Harps opened the 2008 football season, and indeed the second managerial reign of John Rath, with a solid performance and eight point victory over Derry side Banagher, at a wet and windy Abbey Park, last Sunday afternoon. This was Harps opening fixture in the Ulster Club League – a competition in which they have failed to make an impact in recent seasons.
It was the visitors, playing with the wind, who were quickest to settle and soon opened the scoring with a point from play. Harps appeared to be struggling to settle, but eventually managed the equalising point through Kevin Kelly via a '50'. This score seemed to give Harps a lift and we began to dominate, and were denied a goal for a square ball. Our half back line was beginning to dominate, and this was typified when Collie Holmes and Gary McKinney combined to set up Chuckie for a point from play. Kevin Kelly stretched our lead with a point from a free, and as Harps threatened to take over completely, points (all from play) were added through Minnie and Collie Homes and Kevin Kelly. Banagher rallied briefly with two points of their own, but Harps finished the half with Kevin Kelly's fourth point to leave the Derry side in some difficulty.
Half time, Harps 0-07, Banagher 0-03.
Banagher needed a good start to the half if victory was to be achieved, and they managed this with a point from a close in free. However, a good Harps move was expertly finished by Chuckie, with his second point of the game. Harps pressed from the kick out, and a long ball in was met perfectly by Gary McKinney on the run and he finished confidently to the net. The game was now effectively over. Substitute Joe Quigley made ground and passed to Jungle McKee for another point – the fourth from our defence. Banagher to their credit did not throw in the towel, and managed their fifth point, from play. They still needed a goal but were twice denied by brilliant Willie McSorley saves. Harps closed the game on top and Kevin Kelly added his fifth point to see Harps home with a degree of comfort.
Final score, Harps 1-10, Banagher 0-05.
This was a very encouraging display by Harps, and although it is obviously very early in the season, there are definitely grounds for optimism. The Harps lined out as follows. Willie McSorley, Fergus McAleavey (Hugh McSorley), Martin Gill, Jungle McKee 0-1, Chuckie Morris 0-2, Collie Holmes 0-1, Kevin Daly (Paddy Grimes), Smacker McAneney, Philly McKinney, Ebby Toal (Michael Kelly), Minnie Holmes 0-1, Gerard McDonagh (Joe Quigley), Gary McKinney 1-0, Kevin Kelly 0-5 (0-1 '50', 0-1 free) and Sean Morrison (Paul Hart).
Just a couple of points to mention as regards the Seniors; the Senior team captain for this year is Collie Holmes. Our next fixture in the Ulster League is this Sunday, when we travel to Galbally. The four remaining fixtures are,
away to Galbally, 10th February,
home to Loup, 17th February,
home to Longstone, 24th February, and
away to Downpatrick, 2nd March.
All the fixtures have a 2.00 pm throw in.
Any word of when the minors are back at training?
Good to have another Harps man on here - welcome aboard Samuel! 8)
Don't think there is any word yet of Harps minor training - if I hear anything, I will post it up here.
is there a reserve game on sunday as well?
yes 12.30
Comrades, any word on how the seniors got on in Galbally today?
Harps lost the first game but won the second game 3-5 0-7.....
Galbally v Harps
Harps maintained their excellent start to the Ulster League with a very good win at Galbally on Sunday last.
Harps threatened from the start, and took a lead that was never to be relinquished, in the opening minutes. Smackers played a high ball into the Galbally square which was knocked down by Harpo to Gary McKinney, and he finished with his second goal in two games. Galbally overcome this shock and had the edge in play, scoring two points in the process. However a mix up in the home side's defence saw the ball break to Gary McKinney once again and he repeated the earlier dose with another well taken goal. Galbally again responded well with a point before Joe Quigley and Sean Morrison combined well to set up Minnie for a point. Galbally had a point from a free, but this was cancelled out immediately with a point from a Joe Quigley free after Sean Morrison was fouled. Defences on both sides began to dominate proceedings to the extent that the second quarter of the game was scoreless, with both sides only managing to register a number of wides each.
Half time, Galbally 0-04, Harps 2-02.
Harps started the second half in promising fashion, with Philly McKinney dominating in midfield with some great catches. Despite this dominance though, the first ten minutes remained scoreless, with again both defences on top – Jungle and Paddy Grimes featuring prominently for us. Galbally eventually managed the opening score of the half, with a point from play. Harps' replied shortly after with a score that effectively killed the game. Another high ball into the Galbally square was knocked down by Sean Morrison to Joe Quigley, and he was upended in the large parallelogram. Joe himself took the resulting penalty, and although the keeper made a good save, Joe was on hand to knock home the rebound. Galbally had a point from a free, but Harps were now firmly in control. Paddy Grimes, Smackers and Ebby combined well to set up Joe Quigley for a point from play, and Joe added a further point from a free. Jungle then found Sean Morrison with a great pass and Sean knocked over a point. With the game already won, play became scrappy, with both sides guilty of some bad wides. Galbally though did finish the game with a point right at the death, to leave seven points in it at the final whistle.
Full time, Galbally 0-07, Harps 3-05.
The Harps lined out as follows. Willie McSorley, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly, Chuckie Morris, Collie Holmes, Paddy Grimes, Smackers McAneney, Philly McKinney, Joe Quigley 1-3 (0-2 frees), Minnie Holmes 0-1, Ebby Toal, Gary McKinney 2-0, Sean Morrison 0-1 and Harpo McKenna (Gerard McDonagh).
The Senior match was preceded by a reserve game between Galbally and Harps. We fielded a relatively young and inexperienced side, who were on the end of a ten point defeat, with Galbally winning by 2-11 to 0-07. Best for the Harps were Jim Marley and Ciaran McKenna in defence, Martin McCoy in midfield and Mark McConville and Michael Kelly in attack. The Harps team lined out as follows. Gareth Richards, David McCoy, Tommy O'Hagan, Jim Marley, Ciaran McKenna, Hugh McSorley, Neil McArdle, Martin McCoy, Daniel Rafferty, Paul Hart, Mark McConville, Michael Kelly, Aidan Clifford, Paddy Wilson and John Daly, with subs Paul Hagan and Greg Kerr.
Quote from: sammy on February 08, 2008, 12:30:15 PM
Any word of when the minors are back at training?
they started back on monday night past
QuotePaddy Grimes
Is he back playing with the Harps? :o
I heard he tried to go to Clonmore last year, but wasn't permitted.
Then I heard he was living in Newry so he was looking at Killeavy possibly for a bit of football??
If your Blue and White..... Ur F*ckin Blue & White!!! ;)
Harps v Loup
Harps' unbeaten run in the Ulster League came to an abrupt end when they were comfortably beaten at home by Derry side Loup. This was a match in which Harps started brightly, and managed to take a comfortable lead, but we lost our way before half time and struggled to make any impression in the second half.
In bright but cold conditions, Harps started off defending the dressing room goals. The opening exchanges were scrappy, but Harps eventually opened the scoring with a point from Gerard McDonagh, after good work by Ebby and Harpo. Kevin Kelly extended Harps lead with a point from a free before Martin Gill denied Loup a goal with a great block. Kevin Kelly added another point from a '50' before the Loup centre half back opened their account with a great point from out on the wing. They followed this up with a wide before Kevin Kelly added his third point, again from a free. Loup were still a threat, but could only post a further two wides and Kevin Kelly with yet another point from a free stretched the Harps' lead to four. From the kick out, two Harps players got in each others way, turned over possession, and Loup doubled their tally with a point from their number twelve. This score, with hindsight, was to be a turning point in the game. From the kick out, Loup won possession, despite what appeared to be a foul on Paddy Morrison, and the long ball in was gathered and played on to their corner forward for a well taken goal. This score levelled the game, and Loup took the lead for the first time with a point just before the interval.
Half time, Harps 0-05, Loup 1-03.
The second period started as the first half finished, with Loup in control. Their full forward scored a magnificent free from 55 yards out, although another two wides ensured they were still within touching distance. A high ball into the Loup square caused confusion, but it was scrambled clear for a '50', which Kevin Kelly just put wide. Loup had a further wide before they began to make their dominance tell with three points in a row. Gerard McDonagh managed a point from close in, when a badly needed goal was on. This was immediately cancelled out when Loup managed a point within a minute. Sean Morrison then had a bad wide for Harps when well placed. In a bid to change things around, Harps introduced Hugh McSorley, Tommy O'Hagan and Neil McArdle into the attack, at the expense of Ebby, Harpo and Gerard McDonagh. The new lads tried hard, and their efforts helped Sean Morrison score a good point from thirty yeards out, but it was Loup who finished on top with yet another wide before their excellent number eleven took a well taken point to close the match out.
Final score, Harps 0-07, Loup 1-09.
This was a disappointing performance and result, particularly when one considers the start that the Harps got off to. The concession of a goal and a point late in the first half seemed to knock Harps completely out of their stride, and it was Loup who dominated from there to the finish through excellent possession at midfield and a dangerous forward unit.
The Harps lined ouint as follows. Willie McSorley, Fergie McAleavey, Martin Gill, Jungle McKee, Chuckie Morris, Paddy Grimes, Kevin Daly, Philip McKinney, Paddy Morrison, Joe Quigley, Sean Morrison 0-1, Ebby Toal, Gerard McDonagh 0-2, Kevin Kelly 0-4 (0-3 frees, 0-1 '50') and Harpo McKenna. Subs, Hugh McSorley, Tommy O'Hagan and Neil McArdle.
Quote from: Candyman on February 14, 2008, 09:47:36 AM
If your Blue and White..... Ur F*ckin Blue & White!!! ;)
Not in all cases ;)
tut tut... :D
If your Blue and White..... Ur F*ckin Blue & White!!!
Not in all cases
U tell em umgolaarmagh!!! :D
Just a reminder if needed, for any Harps lads coming through here, that our Ulster League match at home to Longstone takes place at 3.30 pm this afternoon at Abbey Park
Harps v Longstone
Harps fell to their second Ulster League defeat in a row, when they hosted Down side Longstone at Abbey Park yesterday afternoon.
Harps started off defending the dressing room goals and playing into a stiff breeze. Longstone opened the scoring in the opening minutes with a well taken point from forty yards out. Harps responded well, but despite a period of pressure, could only manage three wides from Joe Quigley, as shooting into the breeze was proving difficult. Longstone eventually though began to dominate. They added a point from a forty yard free before having consecutive wides. Minnie Holmes replied for us with a well taken point, but Longstone still had the bulk of the play and added points from a free (that was moved up for back chat) and a shot from an acute angle. Harps were struggling to make any sort of impression at all and in the second quarter could only add a few disappointing wides. Longstone had two wides of their own but added four points towards the end of the half as they completely dominated play.
Half time, Harps 0-01, Longstone 0-08.
Harps' hopes of getting back into the game quickly were based on the strength of the wind, and it was not long before we were putting the advantage to good use. Joe Quigley pointed from a close range free after Ebby Toal was fouled, and although Longstone responded with a wide, Harps were now dominating. Joe Quigley landed a great point from fifty yards, and when his next free fell short into the square, Gerard McDonagh was on hand to fist it over his head and over the bar. Joe then added another Harps point from a free from 55 yards out, to cut the gap to three. Joe then had a wide from a difficult free, as the Harps supporters, for the first time, sensed victory. To be fair to Longstone, they rallied very well, and began playing some brilliant possession football into the wind. They landed their first point of the half, and then were denied a goal by a smart Gareth Richards block. They followed up with a wide from a free, before their excellent full forward added a point. Harps rallied once again; Sean Morrison had a great point when he cut inside and curled a point from thirty five yards and Joe Quigley gave Harps more hope with another point from a free. Longstone again responded well with a point from their centre half forward, but Harps again kept in touch with another Joe Quigley point after good play by Minnie. Harps kept up the pressure but had several bad wides. Kevin Daly had a great block in front of the nets to deny Longstone a goal, but Longstone added a point from their number twelve, after yet another great move. Harps made a flurry of substitutions in the closing minutes. Collie Holmes was denied a goal when his fisted effort hit the crossbar with the keeper beaten. Both sides finshed the game with a couple of wides each, the closest for us when Joe Quigley saw a free hit the post, and this left the visitors deserving winners by a margin of four points.
Full time, Harps 0-08, Longstone 0-12.
The Harps fielded as follows. Gareth Richards, Jungle McKee, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly (Fergus McAleavey), Chuckie Morris, Collie Holmes, Paddy Grimes, Smackers McAneney, Philly McKinney, Joe Quigley 0-5 (0-3 frees), Minnie Holmes 0-1, Gerard McDonagh 0-1 (Neil McArdle), Harpo McKenna (Matt Cartmill), Sean Morrison 0-1 (Ciaran McKenna) and Ebby Toal (Paul Hart).
Seniors League Fixtures 2008
Sunday 6th April - 2.00 pm - Home to St. Patricks
Sunday 13th April - 2.00 pm - Away to Killeavey
Sunday 20th April - 2.00 pm - Home to Crossmaglen Rangers
Sunday 27th April - 2.00 pm - Home to Clan na Gael
Sunday 4th May - 2.00 pm - Away to Mullaghbawn
Sunday 11th May - 2.00 pm - Away to Culloville
Sunday 18th May - 2.00 pm - Home to Dromintee
Sunday 25th May - 2.00 pm - Home to Maghery
Sunday 1st June - 2.00 pm - Away to Pearse Og
Sunday 8th June - 2.00 pm - Away to St Patricks
Friday 13th June - 7.30 pm - Home to Killeavey
Sunday 22nd June - 2.00 pm - Away to Crossmaglen Rangers
Friday 27th June - 7.30 pm - Away to Clan na Gael
Sunday 6th July - 2.00 pm - Home to Mullabawn
Sunday 13th July - 2.00 pm - Home to Culloville
Friday 18th July - 7.30 pm - Away to Dromintee
Match details still to be arranged: Away to Maghery and Home to Pearse Og
Any word on how Charlie's knee is healing?
Congrats to the U-14s on their win over the Ogs today. A great game with some exceptional skills on display. The movement and pinpoint foot passing surpassed anything I've seen from the seniors, and two of the scores from the high-fielding No 9 (left foot, and right foot) were absolutely super kicks.
There are some very skillful players on both sides, and the Ogs' No 11 looks a real talent.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on March 08, 2008, 11:13:45 PM
Any word on how Charlie's knee is healing?
Congrats to the U-14s on their win over the Ogs today. A great game with some exceptional skills on display. The movement and pinpoint foot passing surpassed anything I've seen from the seniors, and two of the scores from the high-fielding No 9 (left foot, and right foot) were absolutely super kicks.
There are some very skillful players on both sides, and the Ogs' No 11 looks a real talent.
Well done the 14's. It is good to hear that bthe talent in the city is on the rise. When I get home the first thing i do is get to every Harps game I can in a two to three week period. The standard of underage football within the club is excellent, i just hope that the kid stay at it because we have some very fine footballers.
Agreed, Stew. A lot of effort, time and comittment has been put in by the coaches of all the Harps' underage teams. Hats off to them.
Good night.
don't forget that are four harps boys on the county minor team this year! :) :)
Went up to Abbey Park today and watcehed the match v Coalisland. Have not seen much of the Harps lately and was suprised how well they played. Although both teams had a few players shoet I always thought that the Harps looked the better team. Midfield were well on top forcing Coalisland keeper into many poor kickouts.(Curran, believe he played for Tyrone last week against Galway). Also Harps goal was from a long punt in inadvertently put into his own net by the full back. (It looked like ex Harps man Damien Jordan). Coalisland goal was a penalty given for a foot block. An enjoyable game which the Harps won 1.11 to 1.08.
Didn't get to see any of the matches this week-end, but a good couple of days overall!! 8)
Apologies for not putting the details of our last Ulster League game up last week - not many supporters (me included) made the long trip, and thus the details are very basic. Just adding them here for the record.
Downpatrick v Harps
Harps finished their Ulster League campaign, when they had a comfortable victory over a disappointing Downpatrick side, at Ballykinlar last Sunday.
Harps led at half time by 1-06 to 0-02 and despite making five changes in the second half, continued to dominate, and ran out twelve point winners on a 2-12 to 0-06 scoreline.
Best for Harps were Martin Gill in defence, Philip McKinney in midfield and Kevin Kelly and Gerard McDonagh in attack.
The Harps lined out as follows. Willie McSorley, Fergus McAleavey, Tommy O'Hagan, Hugh McSorley (Kevin Daly), Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Jungle McKee, Philip McKinney, Smackers McAneney 0-1(Danny Rafferty), Joe Quigley 0-2 (0-2 frees)(Harpo McKenna 0-1), Minnie Holmes, Gerard McDonagh 0-3, Matthew Cartmill (Sean Morrison 0-1), Kevin Kelly 2-2 and Ultan Lennon 0-2 (0-1 free)(Ebby Toal).
On Friday April 4th, the Harps Committee are honouring the 40th Anniversary of the 1968 Minor Championship winning team.
In addition they have extended the night of celebration to include the 1983 Juvenile Championship winning team, whose 25th Anniversary it is.
The following letter is being posted out this week to all members of the 1983 Juvenile Championship winning team.
Any of the panel who read this on here, can also reply via PM.
For the record, the team that contested the '83 U-16 County Final was:
John Grimley
Ian Hannon Jim Cavlin Charlie Guy
Mark Grimley Niall Campbell Charlie McLean
Andrew Clark Ritchie Nugent
Damien Basketfield Barry Mills Paddy O'Neill
Gareth McGleenan Liam Hughes Damien McCarthy
Subs: Olly Houlahan for Damien Basketfield
Not Used: Colin Woods, Ronan O'Neill, Paul McKay, Paddy Conlon, Niall Devlin, John McCool, Colm Donnelly
1983 JUVENILE CHAMPIONS REUNION
Armagh Harps GFC Clubrooms
Friday April 4th 2008 9:00 pm
A Chara,
Armagh Harps GFC would like to invite you and your partner to a very special night of celebration to be held in the Harps Clubrooms on Friday 4th April 2008. This year marks the 25th Anniversary of our 1983 Juvenile Championship win. It also marks the 40th Anniversary of the 1968 Minor Championship win. In this special year - the 120th Anniversary of the Armagh Harps GFC itself - the Committee have decided to honour both teams.
For all of us on the panel that year this was our first county title. Many of the team went on to win further county honours at Juvenile, Minor, 'B' and Senior Levels. Many wore the blue & white with distinction for years to come. Others made us so proud representing Armagh, Ulster and even Ireland at the highest levels of the game. However for many of us this was to be the pinnacle of our footballing careers. So this is a chance to relive the summer when playing for the Harps was the 'be all and end all', when we had the best player in Ireland as our joint manager and when we were the best team in the county.
The night will kick off about 9pm. There will be music and food provided and the highlight of the night will be a presentation to the reunited teams of 1983 and 1968. Great interest has already been expressed and many from both teams that are domiciled over the water have already booked flights home.
In order to ensure the night runs smoothly, could you please contact one of the organisers as soon as possible, to confirm your attendance. Alternatively email ohoulahan@talk21.com. We look forward to hearing from you soon, and meeting you all again on the night.
Charlie Guy 07802612950
Paul McKay 07771851066
Olly Houlahan 07801850319
There are some legends listed in that 1983 set up. That should be a great night.
That minor team of 1968 was a very important part of our history. After the glory of the 1950s, the 1960s were the exact opposite, and that team was the one beacon of light in that decade. The Harps back then were close to folding, and were only kept going by a number of great club men. That minor teambackboned the Armagh team that won the Ulster Minor Championship that year, and also the Harps Seniors of the early and mid 1970s that won the Intermediate Championship in 1974 and lost the Senior Final to angers in 1975 in a replay, having led the drawn game by six points with fifteen minutes to go.
I believe my dad still has some old cine film in the house of that Minor victory - maybe it could make an appearance on the night! :)
Rufus can you post the 68 minor team on here please.
John Grimley in goals!
Quote from: Uladh on March 12, 2008, 09:01:51 PM
John Grimley in goals!
The Grimleys were always big for their age Uladh, but I think it's stretching it a bit to suggest a one year old John Grimley would have done nets in the minor final. That said - it may be coincidence or maybe you knew, but John Grimley was indeed our goalkeeper when playing Minor in 1983. Mark was a non playing sub! One year later, they both started midfield in a County Senior Football Final! :o
Edit; I'm a bit slow on it - John Grimley was of course in our juvenile team of 1983 as goalkeeper and was mentioned as such on this thread!! :-X
Quote from: Diet Coke on March 12, 2008, 08:15:58 PM
Rufus can you post the 68 minor team on here please.
With pleaseure DC. I would love to say I knew the line up off the top of my head - it necessitated a phone call to Rufus Senior.
The Harps side that claimed the County Minor Title in 1968, with victory over Clann Eireann in Crossmaglen was:
Don Richards
Brendan Lappin Pat McKenna (Captain) Jamesie Vallely
Gerry Cauldwell Sean Doran Sean Dingle Daly
Marty Kelly Gerald Grimley
Brendan Louden Kelly Martin Duggan Niall Grimley
Stephen Mackle Mick McKenna Joe McKenna
Subs: Eugene Connolly, Danny Cassidy, Gregory Knipe, Martin Keating, Don Stevenson and Roy Taylor.
Bloody hell!!! How many all time greats is it possible to have in one team??? 8) 8)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on March 12, 2008, 09:12:39 PM
Quote from: Uladh on March 12, 2008, 09:01:51 PM
John Grimley in goals!
The Grimleys were always big for their age Uladh, but I think it's stretching it a bit to suggest a one year old John Grimley would have done nets in the minor final. That said - it may be coincidence or maybe you knew, but John Grimley was indeed our goalkeeper when playing Minor in 1983. Mark was a non playing sub! One year later, they both started midfield in a County Senior Football Final! :o
Edit; I'm a bit slow on it - John Grimley was of course in our juvenile team of 1983 as goalkeeper and was mentioned as such on this thread!! :-X
Quote from: Diet Coke on March 12, 2008, 08:15:58 PM
Rufus can you post the 68 minor team on here please.
With pleaseure DC. I would love to say I knew the line up off the top of my head - it necessitated a phone call to Rufus Senior.
The Harps side that claimed the County Minor Title in 1968, with victory over Clann Eireann in Crossmaglen was:
Don Richards
Brendan Lappin Pat McKenna (Captain) Jamesie Vallely
Gerry Cauldwell Sean Doran Sean Dingle Daly
Marty Kelly Gerald Grimley
Brendan Louden Kelly Martin Duggan Niall Grimley
Stephen Mackle Mick McKenna Joe McKenna
Subs: Eugene Connolly, Danny Cassidy, Gregory Knipe, Martin Keating, Don Stevenson and Roy Taylor.
Bloody hell!!! How many all time greats is it possible to have in one team??? 8) 8)
Definately two of the All time Greats.
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Feel free to ask questions on the main thread (http://gaaboard.com/board/index.php?topic=7182.0).
Top Harps supporter of all time...
http://youtube.com/watch?v=N8N9Vg4NLNE
:D :D :D
classic
:D :D :D
Tremendous - top groundsman of all time! :D
Rufus
Were the Grimley twins not both playing in the half back line against Keady in the 1984 county final ??
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Get your own f**king lights
how pleasant. I take it you'll be there to support us then.
I wish you all the best in this private Personal message, but in public i will never be seen supporting the working class team in the City,
How easy it would be to just post this all up then
Cheers pete, I know you want us to win really
How nice would it be to actually have a different county champion. It's getting a wee bit boring now. I know the ogs would be the last team u'd want to do it, but we're the last team there, so cheers for the support
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Quote from: Spiritof98 on September 19, 2007, 02:18:43 PM
To be honest you're right I'd love to see you's win it, and while were truthful I'll prob go on the rip with yis anyway. Although it would be a hard Christmas for Harps ears.
Still, think of the parties, and the excuse to party along with it
on the beer last night spirit
WTF Spirit lak??? have u lost the plot?
Just a note,
Harps U14 Feile Semi-Final vs Derrynoose
Saturday 3:00pm
Granemore
Give the lads some support
U6's, U8's and U10's have all started again, Sunday mornings at 10.30 in Abbey Park.
Feile matchTuesday 6.30 granemore
Feile game now in Abbey apparently
harps won easy
In light of the announcement about the Dublin game being all ticket and free, it might be an appropriate time to remind all members that membership is now due!
Tickets of course can only go to fully paid up members! ;)
Harps v St Patricks
Harps opened their 2008 league campaign with a home fixture against newly promoted St Patricks. The match was played in bitterly cold conditions, with a strong wind blowing in hail and snow showers.
Harps started the match defending the dressing room goals and thus playing with the advantage of the elements. However it was the visitors who attacked from the throw in, and opened the scoring with a point from a close in free. Harps soon began to dominate. Nippy had a long range wide and Joe Quigley a wide from a difficult free before Kevin Kelly notched the equalising score after good work by Philly McKinney. Wides followed from Simon Lennon and Charlie Vernon before Charlie grabbed our second point after some excellent play by Ebby Toal. Another Charlie Vernon wide was followed by a point from a Joe Quigley free, and when a brilliant pass from Joe found Minnie Holmes overlapping on the left wing, and he pointed, it looked all set for Harps domination. However St Pats were not about to lie down and in a burst of some excellent attacking play, they landed four consecutive points (two of which were from frees), to retake the lead. Harps responded with a brilliant Nippy Swift point from out on the wing. Joe then added another point from a free whilst Kevin Kelly was unlucky to see his long range effort just drift wide. On the stroke of half time St Pats got the equalising point through their excellent number nine.
Half time, Harps 0-06, St Patricks 0-06.
Harps now appeared to be up against it as they turned around and faced the gale. However, like St Pats in the first half, we opened the scoring with a point from a Kevin Kelly free, after Charlie Vernon's run was illegally stopped. This was to be a false dawn however. St Pats added a point through the dangerous Liam O'Hare, and then added two further points from frees after Harps had turned over possession each time whilst attacking. Another point from play followed, but luckily for Harps, an easy close in free was surprisingly put wide. However the respite was only temporary – anther point from a free following quickly. Harps introduced Paddy Grimes and Smackers McAnaney for Jungle and Nippy, but it had little impact as play became scrappy. St Pats added two further points (one from a '50') whilst Harps struggled to kick into the wind, with our last five attempts on goal all being in the 'poor wides' category. Gerard McDonagh and Harpo were introduced late on into the attack, replacing Minnie and Simon Lennon, but we at no time looked like threatening a solid St Pats rearguard, and the visitors ran out deserving winners by a comfortable six point margin.
Final score, Harps 0-07, St Patricks 0-13.
This was a very disappointing Harps performance. Despite the fact that St Patricks were newly promoted they showed all the assurance of a team that are used to this level of football and ran out comfortable winners. With hindsight, their ability to reach half time level with the Harps, having played into the teeth of a freezing gale, was the key to their victory, and this was achieved with some excellent possession football and great support play. For the Harps, save for the excellent display of Philly McKinney at midfield, this was a day to forget in a hurry.
The Harps lined out as follows: Willie McSorley, Martin McConville, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly, Chuckie Morris, Collie Holmes, Jungle McKee (Paddy Grimes), Philly McKinney, Charlie Vernon 0-1, Joe Quigley 0-2 (0-2 frees), Nippy Swift 0-1 (Smackers McAnaney), Mnnie Holmes 0-1 (Harpo McKenna), Ebby Toal, Kevin Kelly 0-2 (0-1 free) and Simon Lennon (Gerard McDonagh).
Just to add - our Feile team were playing Keady in the Mid Armagh Final tonight at Madden, but the game had to be abandoned due to the blizzard conditions in the second half. A date for the refixture has still to be arranged.
We will distribute our alocation of tickets for this Sunday's National League fixture between Armagh and Dublin, this Thursday night 10th April, at 8.00 pm in the Social Club, to all fully paid up members. A notice to this effect will be in Wednesday's Irish News.
Congratulations to our Feile team on their four point victory tonight over Keady in the Mid Final! We won 2-09 to 2-05.
First silverware on board! 8) Anyone at it, please post up a few details.
I believe we now play Clans this week-end in the County Semi-final.
B Team scraped a draw with the Ogs tonight in Ballycrummy, scoring 1-1 late on to leave the final score 0-10 to 1-07; this was despite the fact that we had raced into a 5-1 lead early on. However we went over 30 minutes without a score and were thus only saved by the late late show.
I noticed Ebby Toal Playing for the B's last night. Is he not making the first team this year?
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on April 09, 2008, 11:38:37 PM
B Team scraped a draw with the Ogs tonight in Ballycrummy, scoring 1-1 late on to leave the final score 0-10 to 1-07; this was despite the fact that we had raced into a 5-1 lead early on. However we went over 30 minutes without a score and were thus only saved by the late late show.
Wouldn't have happened if i was playing for the Ogs :) :)
Why were ye not plaing Ben?? Have you defected to the Ballycrummy 5 GFC also??? ;)
Harps v Clanns Feile semi final is in Clonmore on Sunday night at 6pm.
Had to work Candyman, duno if I'll have much time for the B's this year but we'll see ;)
T.W.T as Pat Molloy would say.... ;D
Congratulations to the feile side on winning the Mid, Good luck in the Semi on Sunday
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on April 10, 2008, 08:28:24 AM
I noticed Ebby Toal Playing for the B's last night. Is he not making the first team this year?
I think he's realised that the end of his playing days r fast approaching and that he would get more f'ball with the b's, as he is not considered to be a 'Big noise' as the managment would put it within the senior squad!
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Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on April 10, 2008, 08:28:24 AM
I noticed Ebby Toal Playing for the B's last night. Is he not making the first team this year?
I think he's realised that the end of his playing days r fast approaching and that he would get more f'ball with the b's, as he is not considered to be a 'Big noise' as the managment would put it within the senior squad!
Do you be at any games??? ::)
Well done to the Feile squad and management.
Best of luck on Sunday.
Will we make it from Cross to Clonmore for 6.00pm?
Quote from: Candyman on April 10, 2008, 02:43:00 PM
T.W.T as Pat Molloy would say.... ;D
Feck, I havent thought of malloy in twenty years.
Pat malloy, I used to give that clown a lift home from time to time if I was heading out to the land for a court, anyway, Pat would get into the car and say, 'young stew, your f**king ket, why dont you give it all altogether'. Now it was funny the first couple of times and shure the man was telling no lies but the next time i saw him I slowed down, said hello pat and drove on, he gave me the fingers and God knows what else. I thought it was just me until I ws in flea's car and sure as shite didnt he tall flea he was ket too, which was not the case. After that every time i met pat, be it in the car or in the bus, he got a lift. A great character around Armagh even if he did support the pigs.
Did he not go on to tell you every single person in your extended family, the registration number of your car and that of your mothers and also your home telephone number and any other family members home number.... along with a few other randowm facts and numbers?!?!?!
Oh he's up there in the legend stakes along with Gadaffi now... :D
what was the result in the feile semi final?
Quote from: Candyman on April 14, 2008, 09:27:35 AM
Did he not go on to tell you every single person in your extended family, the registration number of your car and that of your mothers and also your home telephone number and any other family members home number.... along with a few other randowm facts and numbers?!?!?!
Oh he's up there in the legend stakes along with Gadaffi now... :D
:D :D :D
Gadaffi, absolute legend altogether.he hung about my my cousin, mickey mcgleenon for years, two lunatics of the highest order. Gadaffi is a one man disaster area but I love to see him every time I go home, it is when you see the likes of gadaffi and visit the local lunatics down at the club that you realize this is who you are and where you are from and I would not have it any other way. seamy corrigan is another mental case that i have to see very time i go home, the list goes on and on.
Molloy, Gadaffi, Mickey McGleenan and seamy co, 4 gents of the highest! You keep good company Stew :D
Killeavey v Harps
Harps travelled to Killeavey on Saturday evening last, hoping to kick start their league campaign with a win, after the disappointment of the opening day defeat to St. Patricks. The match was played in dry but overcast conditions on an excellent pitch.
Killeavey made the early running and opened the scoring with a point from a free. However this was cancelled out in Harps fist meaningful attack, when Gerard McDonagh was fouled and Joe Quigley pointed the free. Harps then missed a glorious opportunity for a goal, when the Killeavey keeper blocked Joe Quigley's close range shot, after some excellent Harps passing had created the chance. A long ball over the top of our defence resulted in a point and the advantage was doubled with another good point from play from the Killeavey number eleven. Harps appeared to be in trouble throughout the field at this stage. Joe had a wide from a free, before a careless pass from defence was intercepted and following a quick move a Killeavey goal resulted. Harps were still reeling from this blow when possession was again turned over. A one on one resulted and keeper Willie McSorley had no option but to take the forward down for a penalty. Mark Stanfield crashed the ball to the net and suddenly the Harps were eight points in arrears. Harps attempted to steady the ship and gain a foothold in the game, through two points from frees (one each for Joe and Kevin Kelly), but each of these were immediately cancelled out by Killeavey points. Philly McKinney was introduced into the middle, with Smackers going to wing half forward and Martin McCoy dropping back to replace Kevin Daly in defence. Joe Quigley had a point from play and then Harps gained some hope when a high centre from Minne Holmes was fisted to the net by Kevin Kelly. This spurred the Harps on. Kevin Kelly had a wide from a difficult free before he was successful at the second attempt, scoring from a free after a great Harps move.
Half time, Killeavey 2-05, Harps 1-05.
The Harps support was well pleased to be only three in arrears at the interval, considering the disastrous start to the match. This optimism appeared to be well founded when Minnie Holmes opened the scoring with an excellent point. Harps were dealt a blow at this stage when Joe Quigley limped off with what looked like a hamstring injury. Joe was replaced by Harpo McKenna, whose introduction prompted the biggest cheer of the evening, as the public address announcer introduced him as Joe McKenna! Harps by now were in total command. Philly McKinney scored a great point after great work by Minnie, and Kevin Kelly drew the sides level with a point from a free. Harps then took the lead for the first time with a brilliant Minnie Holmes point, and although Killeavey equalised, Kevin Kelly regained the lead for Harps with a point from a free. Killeavey began exerting pressure, but had two bad wides. Kevin Kelly extended Harps lead with yet another point from a free. Harps were dealt another blow when Simon Lennon appeared to suffer a bad shoulder injury. He was replaced in the middle by Paddy Morrison. Killeavey were unlucky to see a shot for a point come back of the post and although Paddy Morrison had a wide for us, Kevin Kelly was on hand yet again to extend the lead with a point from a free. Killeavey had two further bad wides, and as their frustration increased with great defensive play from Martin Gill and Harpo McKenna, their number five received a red card for a wild kick. Paddy Morrison was unlucky to see a monstrous effort for a point just drift wide, but yet again it didn't seem to matter, as Kevin Kelly added his seventh point from a free. Right at the death Killeavey had a point of their own from a free, but it was no more than consolation value, as Harps ran out deserving winners by three points.
Final score, Killeavey 2-07, Harps 1-13.
This was a great win for the Harps, given the circumstances. Some disastrous errors were heavily punished, and left us staring down the barrel of a second defeat. However, through a great team effort, and some brilliant individual performances, Harps dragged themselves back from the abyss and ended up deserving winners. In a great team effort, best for the Harps were Martin Gill, Philly McKinney, Minnie Holmes, Harpo McKenna, Kevin Kelly, Gerard McDonagh and Ebby Toal.
The Harps lined out as follows: Willie McSorley, Mark McConville, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly (Philly McKinney 0-1), Chuckie Morris, Paddy Grimes, Jungle McKee, Smackers McAneney, Simon Lennon (Paddy Morrison), Joe Quigley 0-3 (0-2 frees)(Harpo McKenna), Minnie Holmes 0-2, Martin McCoy, Ebby Toal, Kevin Kelly 1-7 (0-7 frees) and Gerard McDonagh.
Finally, best wishes to Joe Quigley and Simon Lennon for speedy recoveries.
Quote from: thewingedlady on April 14, 2008, 08:17:17 PM
Molloy, Gadaffi, Mickey McGleenan and seamy co, 4 gents of the highest! You keep good company Stew :D
Here, I didnt say I missed malloy, I havent spoken to Mickey in twenty years or so as I havent seen the man, Gadaffi scunders me every time I see him and Seamy co kicks the shite of of me in snooker down at the club and delights in getting me in headlocks, the fcuker is as strong as a bull.
There are soem powerful characters in Armagh and when you dont see them that often it is brilliant to see them but if I had to deal with gadaffi on a daily basis I would shoot somebody, probably gadaffi! :P
He was over at the Cheltenham festival there recently.... some stories to be told on his return!!!! :D
Quote from: Candyman on April 17, 2008, 03:26:09 PM
He was over at the Cheltenham festival there recently.... some stories to be told on his return!!!! :D
make sure you post them.
Other lunactics of the harmless variety.
Twit H.
Bing.
Joe crow.
Biff.
Kevin O, the fruit & veg man.
we should start a thread for local heroe's... let every1 tell their own piece about the local legend in their part of the world?!?!?!?
i'll let u work away.... ;)
Gadaffi went down to Kerry one year with Seamy Corrigan, Gary Hughes & a crowd of fella's for the Armagh game.
Gadaffi got rote aff before he got down there, the lads listened to him for a while then he started going round the restaurant asking if anyone needed tea or coffee.... they returned him to the hotel... hoping he'd sleep it off.
Next thing they were walking down the street & noticed a horse & cart coming, who was in it only the main man!
Eejit!!
We had Gaddaffi with us on a lads holiday in the Canaries about 12 yrs ago, great craic, but a lot of babysitting!
I/WE took gadaffi to the Canaries about 5 years ago myself and Jesus it was mental!!! there was about 12 of us and we decided to go banana boating 1 day.... the mad Haffey couldnt swim but we persuaded him to go anyway for the craic... (a few volvo's involved ;))
We were out in the sea on the back of this when every1 couped off it and gadaffi was splashing about like a wee child but we told him it was ok cause he had the life jacket on!!! he managed to paddle over to one of the girls for help and pushed her under the water tryin to keep himself afloat on top of her!!!!
Also went on a booze cruise.... Gadaffi standing there in the middle of the boat singing with only a straw hat and a pair of sandles on him and about 200 mad young 1's in tears laughin!!! :D :D :D There is a video of this somewhere too.... :o
Favourite Gadaffi story...
There was a hen night in McVeighs a few years back and there was about 30 english women over for it, and aul Gadaffi as usual in the mix, as game as a pheasant.
At around ten or so he had exceeded his limit and was acting the maggot, including eating the banana which the stripper had brought with him and was using as a prop with the tied-up and blind folded bride-to-be! :D Anyway, i was escorting him out the door, which took the usual ten minutes or so cos he'll try and talk to everyone on the way out the door. Eventually i got him to the door, at which point he turned around to me and said "You're a dickhead, I couldda got the ride tonight!"
I nearly pished myself laughing!
Ach now wingedlady there's another little story about a member of that party who nearly lost a nipple??? lol :D :D :D ;)
Lads seen a good article in last weeks papers about the Grimleys and their tour in Australia. there was good photo's in the paper with a few Harps supporters as well. Is this all to do with you're anniversary?
Comisserations to the Feile team and management this evening. The lads have played some great football this seson, but just came up against a very good side in Killeavy, whose No. 11 the quickest U14 I've ever seen.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on April 19, 2008, 11:06:01 PM
Comisserations to the Feile team and management this evening. The lads have played some great football this seson, but just came up against a very good side in Killeavy, whose No. 11 the quickest U14 I've ever seen.
Shhh, keep that quiet lad, if the cross wans see that he will end up playing for them before too long. :P
Favourite Gadaffi story...
There was a hen night in McVeighs a few years back and there was about 30 english women over for it, and aul Gadaffi as usual in the mix, as game as a pheasant.
At around ten or so he had exceeded his limit and was acting the maggot, including eating the banana which the stripper had brought with him and was using as a prop with the tied-up and blind folded bride-to-be! :D Anyway, i was escorting him out the door, which took the usual ten minutes or so cos he'll try and talk to everyone on the way out the door. Eventually i got him to the door, at which point he turned around to me and said "You're a dickhead, I couldda got the ride tonight!"
I nearly pished myself laughing!
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Gadaffi and the roide should never be mentioned in the same sentence.
in 95 we went to Cork to watch Armagh v Cork in the national league and it ended in a draw, there were about 20 of us and it was a great wekend altogether however Gadaffi was expected at the game and was a no show. We wondered what had happened to him and on Monday night we found out. Gadaffi and biff and Joe crow and some other lunatic decided to buy a car from a scrapyard for fifty quid, the filled it up with beer and Armagh's finest Buckfast and the plan was to attack Cork, the problem was that they ended up at Clea lake near keady and thats as for as the car would go so naturally they drank until they passed out for two straight days. When me and Hooley asked gadaffi what happened all the could say was clea lake and make a sound like he was turning the ignition key in a car, that told us he broke down. Biff later filled in the blanks and I nearly pished meself laughing at the thought of them trying to get to Cork and managing to end up at Clea lake, they thumbed home polaxed and Biff sent the others on in front of him because he said they were duds and sure enough as soon as he lost gadaffi he got a lift inside five minutes. :D
Harps V Crossmaglen Rangers
Harps entertained Armagh and Ulster Champions Crossmaglen Rangers at Abbey Park on Sunday evening. Harps were hoping to continue their good form from last week's away win at Killeavey, but the opposition represented a major step up in class, and this was unfortunately reflected in the way the match panned out.
In dry and bright conditions, Harps started off attacking the dressing room goals and playing into a stiff enough breeze. In a half that never reached any great heights, Harps struggled to make any impact on the game. We were under pressure throughout the pitch, with chances for scores at a premium. However, any chances that did present were fired wastefully wide through some poor and hurried shooting. Crossmaglen's play was not of a particularly high standard either. They were guilty of some poor shooting. Despite this, they were clearly the better team, and indeed appeared to be playing within themselves. Despite their wides, they fired over five points without reply, and when a ball across our goals found John McEntee for a brilliant finish to the net, the game already looked up. This goal prompted Harps to make a change, with Kevin Daly being replaced by Sean Morrison, who immediately moved into the attack. Nippy had a wide from a scoreable free before Sean Morrison saved our blushes somewhat with a well taken point from play. However Rangers responded with a point on the stroke of half time to leave eight points in it at the break.
Half time, Harps 0-01, Rangers 1-06.
Harps started the second half with renewed determination, and were given hope when Kevin Kelly pointed a close in free. Although Rangers cancelled this out with a well taken fisted point, two further points from Kevin Kelly frees gave fresh hope. However it was to be short lived. Harps players twice turned over possession when under no pressure and on each occasion the ball ended over the bar. Rangers were now introducing a formidable array of substitutes and added a further two points almost at their ease. Harps attacks were now of the sporadic and hopeful variety, although they did bring a two further points, one from a Kevin Kelly free and the other a well taken fisted effort from Sean Morrison. Harpo was introduced in attack and gave his all but there was no doubt about the result. In the closing minutes Rangers played some effective possession football and ended the game with another fisted point to leave nine points in it at the finish.
Full time, Harps 0-06, Rangers 1-12.
On reflection, this was a depressing performance all round for the Harps. The opposition represent a level where we would ideally like to be at, but Harps never looked like getting close despite the fact that Rangers played well within themselves and indeed fielded a team well short of full strength. The impression given was that many of the Harps players did not believe they could win the game, stood off their opponents and generally paid them too much respect, and that is what is particularly disappointing.
The Harps fielded as follows. Willie McSorley, Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly (Sean Morrison 0-2), Paddy Grimes, Collie Holmes, Jungle McKee, Philly McKinney, Charlie Vernon, Nippy Swift, Minnie Holmes (Harpo McKenna), Martin McCoy, Ebby Toal, Kevin Kelly 0-4 (0-4 frees) and Gerard McDonagh.
Quote from: stew on April 21, 2008, 06:27:25 PM
Favourite Gadaffi story...
There was a hen night in McVeighs a few years back and there was about 30 english women over for it, and aul Gadaffi as usual in the mix, as game as a pheasant.
At around ten or so he had exceeded his limit and was acting the maggot, including eating the banana which the stripper had brought with him and was using as a prop with the tied-up and blind folded bride-to-be! :D Anyway, i was escorting him out the door, which took the usual ten minutes or so cos he'll try and talk to everyone on the way out the door. Eventually i got him to the door, at which point he turned around to me and said "You're a dickhead, I couldda got the ride tonight!"
I nearly pished myself laughing!
Gadaffi and the roide should never be mentioned in the same sentence.
in 95 we went to Cork to watch Armagh v Cork in the national league and it ended in a draw, there were about 20 of us and it was a great wekend altogether however Gadaffi was expected at the game and was a no show. We wondered what had happened to him and on Monday night we found out. Gadaffi and biff and Joe crow and some other lunatic decided to buy a car from a scrapyard for fifty quid, the filled it up with beer and Armagh's finest Buckfast and the plan was to attack Cork, the problem was that they ended up at Clea lake near keady and thats as for as the car would go so naturally they drank until they passed out for two straight days. When me and Hooley asked gadaffi what happened all the could say was clea lake and make a sound like he was turning the ignition key in a car, that told us he broke down. Biff later filled in the blanks and I nearly pished meself laughing at the thought of them trying to get to Cork and managing to end up at Clea lake, they thumbed home polaxed and
Biff sent the others on in front of him because he said they were duds and sure enough as soon as he lost gadaffi he got a lift inside five minutes. :D
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:D :D :D :D :D :D
classic
Why talk about football when we can talk about the antics of a local pisshead.... ::)
lighten up
Quite enjoying these stories of this Gadaffi character!! Has makings of a good sitcom!!
Keep em coming lads!
Lads i was told a stat last night that i wasn't sure off. Is it true the Clans haven't beaten the Harps in 5 years? if so its not looking good for Sunday
Not sure myself but we drew with you's in Lurgan last year 0-12 0-12 and beat you's 1-10 0-11 in Abbey Park in the 2nd game.
Quote from: Candyman on April 24, 2008, 09:48:23 AM
Not sure myself but we drew with you's in Lurgan last year 0-12 0-12 and beat you's 1-10 0-11 in Abbey Park in the 2nd game.
Tell me about it Candyman i played in both those matches. We started of well in Abbey Park but the last 15-20 mins of the match you's came good or we went bad whatever way you want to take it...both teams have not got off to the greatest of starts so sundays match is very important to both teams
Will you be playing this sunday big lad???
Quote from: Candyman on April 24, 2008, 11:40:18 AM
Will you be playing this sunday big lad???
Def not. Haven't trained from Feb (hamstring 3 times) sounds like the old 6" nail ;) :D
Hows Mr McCaffrey playin for ye's this year??? Good solid performer....
The Harps fielded as follows. Willie McSorley, Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly (Sean Morrison 0-2), Paddy Grimes, Collie Holmes, Jungle McKee, Philly Loughran, Charlie Vernon, Nippy Swift, Minnie Holmes (Harpo McKenna), Martin McCoy, Ebby Toal, Kevin Kelly 0-4 (0-4 frees) and Gerard McDonagh.
is that the same philly loughran who plays for armagh or who is this guy?
Quote from: TG4 on April 24, 2008, 05:31:51 PM
The Harps fielded as follows. Willie McSorley, Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly (Sean Morrison 0-2), Paddy Grimes, Collie Holmes, Jungle McKee, Philly Loughran, Charlie Vernon, Nippy Swift, Minnie Holmes (Harpo McKenna), Martin McCoy, Ebby Toal, Kevin Kelly 0-4 (0-4 frees) and Gerard McDonagh.
is that the same philly loughran who plays for armagh or who is this guy?
My mistake - thanks for pointing that out - probably still thinking of the Cork game a few hours earlier!
By the way - I hear Philly Loughran is indeed looking to transfer to Dromintee.
no problem. That was why i thought it may have been him as there had been rumours that he was looking to transfer to another club and i was just wondering if he had maybe transferred to the harps.
Harps v Clan na Gael
Harps played their third home league fixture this afternoon at Abbey Park, and were anxious to bounce back from the disappointment of last weeks defeat to Crossmaglen Rangers.
The match was played in dry and bright conditions. Harps started off defending the dressing room goals, playing into a steady enough breeze. Harps had the first attempt on goal, but could only manage a wide from Nippy. Clans then took the lead on their first attack with a point from a free. The away side were playing with the greater purpose at this stage and they caught out Harps with their next attack, their full forward this time turning to shoot to the net from close range, with the aid of a deflection. Harps had a chance to open their account but Kevin Kelly's free came back off the post, although Nippy did manage our first score with a great point from out on the wing, after good play by Ebby. A great point from Paddy Grimes gave the Harps' support a lift, but we were lucky not to be in real trouble soon after when Willie McSorley made a point blank save at the expense of a fifty, which was sent wide. Clans though were dominating play. They had another wide before Diarmaid Marsden struck a well taken point, and a further point followed when an inrushing forward chipped Willie McSorley in a one on one situation. Kevin Kelly had another poor effort at converting a scoreable free, whilst Clans had a close wide before they opened up a five point lead with a point from a free. Harps rallied somewhat and finished the half on a promising note with a point from a Sean Morrison free.
Half time, Harps 0-03, Clan na Gael 1-04.
Harps, with the aid of the breeze, soon began to dominate play. Both sides exchanged wides early on before Kevin Kelly had a point from an angled free. Nippy followed this up with a point from a free from fifty yards, and Kevin Kelly added another with a free from thirty yards, which has to be said was in the dubious category. This burst of scoring seemed to spark the Clans into action and they responded with two points of their own. Joe Quigley was introduced for Minnie, and his first action was to slot over a fourteen yard free after Kevin Kelly was pushed in the back whilst jumping for a high centre. The excitement around the ground began to build when Kevin Kelly pointed a massive fifty five yard free. Ultan Lennon replaced Sean Morrison in the attack and Harps eventually squared the game with Kevin Kelly's fifth point from a free, in the second half. Harps were now totally dominating play and with the sides level and time running out a victory seemed certain. However not for the first time, Harps were undone by their shooting. Kevin Kelly had a wide and Nippy followed up with a wide from an ambitious free. Joe Quigley added to the supporters' frustrations when he shot wide when put clean through against the keeper and Kevin Kelly shot our fourth wide in a row from a free. At the fifth time of asking Harps managed to take the lead – indeed for the first time in the match – with time almost up, but Clans rallied, moved the ball up the field, and benefitted from a dubious enough free which Diarmaid Marsden pointed to level the scores. The referee blew the final whistle on the kick out.
Final score, Harps 0-10, Clan a Gael 1-07.
This is without a doubt a match that Harps will look back on as a league point dropped. After a slow start, Harps went on to dominate play throughout, and but for some poor shooting, would have been out of sight at the final whistle. Harps could claim that the referee was generous in awarding Clans a free at the death to tie the game, but they in turn could, with justification, point to a few handy frees that we won in the second half to bring us back.
The Harps lined out as follows: Willie McSorley, Neil McArdle, Martin Gill, Jungle McKee, Chuckie Morris, Charlie Vernon, Paddy Grimes 0-1, Collie Holmes, Philly McKinney, Ebby Toal, Minnie Holmes (Joe Quigley 0-1 (0-1 free)), Gerard McDonagh, Nippy Swift 0-1, Kevin Kelly 0-5 (0-5 frees) and Sean Morrison 0-1 (0-1 free)(Ultan Lennon).
Folks just to be aware that the Gala night on November 15th which will accommodate 640 Harps Gaels is now SOLD OUT
Congratulations to all involved which is sure to be an excellent night.
Mullaghbawn v Harps
Harps indifferent start to the league continued yesterday evening when they fell by a point to Mullaghbawn at the South Armagh venue. And for the second match in a row, Harps will look back at an inability to make dominance count as the reason for not taking full league points.
In perfect conditions for football, Harps started off attacking the dressing room goals, and dominated from the off. However, in what was to become a feature of the match, Harps' pressure did not yield any scores and in their first meaningful attack, Mullaghbawn went up the pitch and pointed. Kevin Kelly had a wide for Harps before a long ball into the Harps defence caught out our back line and the corner forward, in a one on one with Willie McSorley, finished easily to the net. Mullaghbawn then had their only wide of the game, when a scoreable free was sent left and Harps eventually opened their account with a brilliant Philly McKinney point from an acute angle. Paddy Morrison was unlucky to see his effort for a point hit the outside of the post and go wide, and Mullaghbawn then added to the pressure when they scored a brilliant long range point. Joe Quigley then had another great point for Harps – like Philly's effort earlier, from an acute angle. Harps at this stage introduced Nippy for Paddy Morrison in attack, but it was Mullaghbawn who continued to make the most of their chances, adding the next two points from play. Philly McKinney notched his second point after good play by Nippy and Kevin Kelly added a point from a free to give the Harps supporters hope. Mullaghbawn though scored their fifth point through their number fifteen, but as half time approached, Minnie did brilliantly to keep the ball in play on the end line, and centred for the in rushing Ebby to fist to the net.
Half time, Mullaghbawn 1-05, Harps 1-04.
The goal just before half time gave Harps a real lift, and this was carried into the second half when Philly McKinney gained possession out on the left wing and his brilliant centre was fielded by Gerard McDonagh and crashed to the net. Mullaghbawn returned to the attack but were repelled by great play by Chuckie Morris and Martin Gill. When Philly McKinney added his third point, and Charlie Vernon was introduced into our defence, a victory looked to be on the cards. Indeed, when Nippy's run was stopped by a foul, and Kevin Kelly pointed the close in free, the feeling that we were home appeared accurate. To be fair to Mullaghbawn, they responded well. Once again a long ball into our defence caught out the cover, and as the corner forward cut inside, he was taken down by a challenge from Willie McSolrey. The referee sent Willie off and Mullaghbawn tapped over the free. Gareth Richards was now in nets, with Joe Quigley coming off. Mullaghbawn added another point from a free but when Sean Morrison (in for Ebby) scored a point from a close in free, we appeared to have weathered the storm. However, possession was turned over in attack and Mullaghbawn worked the ball in to Eamon Quinn who fisted to the net from close range to give Mullaghbawn the lead as the final whistle approached. Sean Morrison hurried his shot when well placed and the ball drifted wide. However Gerard McDonagh, who was playing magnificently all over the pitch, snatched the equaliser. Mullaghbawn returned to the attack and were guilty of dropping a scoreable free short. However they kept their heads and worked the ball in to add two further points. Harps threw everything forward in a desperate attempt to salvage something, but could only manage a point from a Kevin Kelly free, as the game ended with Mullaghbawn in the attack.
Final score, Mullaghbawn 2-10, Harps 2-09.
As stated at the outset, this was a match that Harps will look back on as having been thrown away, with basic errors undermining some very good work. Best for Harps were Martin Gill in defence, Philly McKinney in midfield and Harps' man of the match Gerard McDonagh in attack who was brilliant in each third of the pitch.
The Harps lined out as follows. Willie McSorley, Neil McArdle (Charlie Vernon), Martin Gill, Jungle McKee, Chuckie Morris, Paddy Grimes, Kevin Daly, Philly McKinney 0-3, Smackers McAneney, Joe Quigley 0-1, Minnie Holmes, Gerard McDonagh 1-1, Ebby Toal 1-0 (Sean Morrison 0-1 (0-1 free)), Paddy Morrison and Kevin Kelly 0-3 (0-3 frees).
See Irish News has result against cullaville as a draw. Absolute joke if this is allowed to stand. Harps played as well as i've seen for a while, thought Philly McKinney proved today he's as good a midfielder as there is in the county, collie Holmes was his usual rock solid, minnie played well, actually they all played well and special mention to dingle in goals, some great saves and kick outs excellent....willie watch out!
Hope they can continue the up turn in form on fri night at Dromintee.
Happened to be speaking to a top referee who told me " if Cullaville wrote to the county board saying we dont want the points, we still wouldn't get them." We've no chance.
talking to a top ref, Bannon by any chance :D :D :D :D
No luck at all lads
keep up the good work
;)
;D ;D
BC 5... Stay out of it!! ;)
Quote from: Diet Coke on May 12, 2008, 06:22:39 PM
See Irish News has result against cullaville as a draw. Absolute joke if this is allowed to stand. Harps played as well as i've seen for a while, thought Philly McKinney proved today he's as good a midfielder as there is in the county
who is philly mc kinney? did he always play for harps? if so were did he play, i have never heard of him before this season
The BC 5 Door is always open
there must be a few candidates looking to join us from the other side of the town
Quite possibly but would they pass the strict testing and meet all the requirements??? ;)
Quote from: Candyman on May 13, 2008, 12:05:00 PM
Quite possibly but would they pass the strict testing and meet all the requirements??? ;)
Dont tell me ye's are still in to breathalysing your players Candyman are ye?
Obviously thats Sh1t r i would have been red carded LONG ago mo chara... ;)
Quote from: Candyman on May 13, 2008, 12:52:29 PM
Obviously thats Sh1t r i would have been red carded LONG ago mo chara... ;)
Oh right, so it was just for the start of the season then. No problem :D ;)
el cuervo fc,could you not field a minor team last nite?turned up at the council pitch and was told game off,ogs couldnt field and harps get the points,whats going on?
Quote from: rootthemout on May 13, 2008, 02:10:59 PM
el cuervo fc,could you not field a minor team last nite?turned up at the council pitch and was told game off,ogs couldnt field and harps get the points,whats going on?
I never actually heard anything about it
Yes Philly McKinney has always played for the Harps, took a year out last year but returned at the start of this year. He is in unreal form at the minute, obviously every club has their own suggestion as to who should partner Paul McGrane for the county, but this man is a REAL contender, a much better option than either Nippy Swift or Charlie Vernon.
McKinney is possibly the best fielder of a ball in the county, but don't know if he is intercounty class. Didn't he get a few runs in the McKenna cup a few years ago. I'd say McDonnell saw enough of him while at the Harps to judge whether he's good enough. Deserved a chance this year though.
Quote from: Imposerous on May 13, 2008, 05:42:22 PM
McKinney is possibly the best fielder of a ball in the county
Ah come on lads
He is 31, a little late to get a County Call up.
From memory I think he featurd in 1 McKenna Cup match a few years ago.
I went to school with Philly and know him well, but I wouldn't have had him down as a county midfielder.
He did play McKenna Cup once, if I remember rightly he broke a finger within 15 mins of his debut starting! Phily has started the season like a man possessed, dont think county football is on his agenda.
Have been away from the Board for a few days between Confirmation (I bet you all thought I was older ;D) and a work related trip.
Missed the match at Culloville with the aforementioned Confirmation, but the 'draw' was the talk of the crowd outside the Cathedral. Will be in contact with management to see if I can post up match details here before the week-end.
Hard luck to the lads on that one, and hopefully the fortunes will change for the better. Of course the ill fortune was put into perspective by the loss of our esteemed member, Michael Carson. Michael will be sorely missed in many walks of life, and that includes Abbey Park, where his help in selling tickets for the half time draw was greatly appreciated.
Deepest sympathies to the Carson, Scowcroft and McTaggart families - all of whom are closely linked to our Club.
May Michael Rest In Peace.
A Gentleman
RIP
i see there are B league fixtures this friday night, does anyone no if they are going ahead, with playin B championship on thurs and a fixture against Ballyhegan penciled in for fri night in Abbey.
Gutted I missed last night's match, but fair play to the management and squad - hopefully things loking up.
Report of sorts provided, with thanks to Benny and Uladh on here and Egg and Jacko at the match.
Dromintee v Harps
Harps travelled to Dromintee last night (Monday), and in their best performance to date, earned a fully deserved six point victory.
In excellent conditions for football, Harps attacked the dressing room goals, playing into whatever breeze there was. Harps took the game to Dromintee early on and soon had the opening point of the game through a Kevin Kelly free. Corner back Jungle McKee, who appeared to have a free role, scored Harps' second point and when Kevin Kelly notched his own second point, again from a free, Harps appeared to be in total control. Harps were dominating play, but were not showing this on the scoreboard as numerous shots drifted wide or fell into the keeper's arms. Micheal O'Rourke opened the Dromintee scoring with a point from a free, but Kevin Kelly responded once again in similar fashion. Dromintee still managed to keep in touch with two further Micheal O'Rourke points (a free and an excellent point from a side line kick), and things remained tight as Paddy Morrison's close range fisted goal was disallowed for square ball. Harps though continued to dominate and ended the half with two further Kevin Kelly points: one from a brilliant sideline kick and the other from a free.
Half time, Dromintee 0-03, Harps 0-06.
The second half of the match continued in a similar vein to that of the first, with Harps playing excellently as a team, dominating play, but not making it count on the scoreboard. Kevin Kelly opened the second half scoring with a point from play, and Jungle McKee who was having a stormer, added his second point. Micheal O'Rourke appeared to be Dromintee's only threat up front, and he added his fourth point of the night with a well taken point from play. Kevin Kelly soon cancelled this out with a brilliant point off his weaker right foot, and when Sean Morrison tapped over from close in, the game appeared to be in the bag. Harps however are never much inclined to make life easy for themselves or their supporters, and a Dromintee rally in the last quarter saw them add four points through the excellent Micheal O'Rourke (3) and Barry Shannon (1), to Harps' single reply - a well taken point from Minnie Holmes. With time fast running out, Dromintee had now closed the game to three points, but Harps made one final push. Jungle McKee, who was playing all over the pitch, ran up the right wing, and his cross into the goalmouth was met by Kevin Kelly who fisted to the net from close range to seal the game for the Harps.
Final score, Dromintee 0-08, Harps 1-11.
This victory was a much needed boost for the Harps, particularly after the events of last week, when an error by the official denied Harps a badly needed victory at Culloville.
This was a well deserved victory, based on a great work ethic and support play throughout the field. Every single player made a great contribution, but the efforts of Martin Gill, Kevin Daly, Jungle McKee and Charlie Vernon in defence, Collie Holmes and Philly McKinney in midfield, and Nippy Swift and Kevin Kelly up front, were particularly noteworthy.
The Harps fielded as follows. Johnny Daly, Kevin Daly, Martin Gill, Jungle McKee 0-2, Chuckie Morris, Charlie Vernon, Paddy Grimes, Collie Holmes, Philip McKinney, Nippy Swift, Minnie Holmes 0-1, Ebby Toal, Kevin Kelly 1-7 (0-5 frees), Paddy Morrison and Sean Morrison 0-1.
Great Senior starting debut for Ultan Lennon today, taking some great scores and putting away the penalty nicely, why has he been kept under wraps for so long, took 8 games for him to get a start? We certainly could have been doing with his quality shooting during the rough patch at beginning of season!
Good run of performances from the boys, - A match that got away from us at the end in Mullaghbawn that we should have closed out. - The Culloville "win" - Away win to Dromintee. - And win today against Maghery, certainly pushes us up the table a good bit.
He's had a series of niggily injuries, although with a full team he could still find it hard to start. Marty McCoy and Mark McConville should be home soon from Uni which will give us further options & more strength in depth.
Great win today, showing plenty of character and fight.
What about Decky Coulter. Will the hurlers defeat mean he'll concentrate on the club football. Have seen him down at a few of the earlier games and he's keen to get back. Deffo a starting contender, no?
Great win today. Wind was a big factor. Mini hit a score from near the dug-outs that was still rising as it went over the bar. Some great cathes from Philly and Mini had a very productive day. Ultan's man dragged him every minute of the day, yet Slevin gave him nothing.
Anyways, great win without some important personnel.
Anyone want to slap the bake of the Maghery linesman when he blew a kiss to the stand? Was funny though.
Harps v Maghery
Harps continued their recent good form when they overcame Maghery in a tight encounter at Abbey Park on Sunday. Harps were missing their county contingent as well as Kevin Kelly and the suspended Joe Quigley in attack, so the win, despite Maghery's lowly league position, was still an excellent result.
In bright and dry conditions, Harps played towards the dressing room goals in the first half, and into the face of a surprisingly stiff breeze. Play started off end to end, with Philly McKinney shooting across the face of the goals and wide. Maghery replied with two wides of their own whilst Harps were unlucky that no one could get a touch on a dangerous Philly McKinney centre. From this let off, Maghery gained possession and, via a three man move, scored a brilliantly worked goal. Their corner forward had another wide before they added a point from a free, given for an off the ball incident. Maghery added a further point, again from a free, whilst Harps wasted several chances. There were signs however that Harps were beginning to get on top. Ultan Lennon opened the Harps' account with a point from a free, and although Maghery cancelled this out with their first point from play, Sean Morrison added an excellent right footed point after good work by Paul Holmes. Harps had two further wides before Ultan Lennon gathered a break and pointed from close range. Harps were still finding it difficult shooting into the breeze and another two wides followed. The half ended though in a flurry of scores, with Maghery adding three points (one the result of a brilliant length of the field move) to Harps' two – a fisted effort from Ebby Toal and another free from Ultan Lennon.
Half time, Harps 0-05, Maghery 1-06.
With the breeze behind them, Harps were hopeful of gaining the upper hand, but it was Maghery who were quickest out of the blocks with two points. This left Harps with a six point deficit to make up and to be fair they responded with great determination. Ultan Lennon added a point from a free and Paul Holmes grabbed a brilliant point from fifty five yards out. Paul McKenna had now replaced Ebby Toal in the Harps' attack, and two further points from Ultan Lennon frees closed the gap still further. Maghery responded with a point from a rare attack whilst Sean Morrison had a bad wide when well placed. Then came the key moment in the game. An incisive Harps move saw Paul Holmes' run stopped illegally on the edge of the area and the referee awarded a penalty. Ultan Lennon stepped up and calmly side footed to the net, sending the keeper the wrong way. Ultan then added another point from a free before Harps were needlessly penalised for over carrying and Maghery equalised from the free. From the kick out, Philly McKinney fielded brilliantly, played in a great ball to his brother Gary (in as a sub for Paddy Morrison) who in turn sent over an inspirational point from way out on the left wing. The game was now there to be won, but Harps were guilty of some very poor shooting. With time running out, Sean Morrison pointed to give the Harps the cushion of a two point lead, but there was still time for one last scare, when a long free kick into the Harps' goalmouth was fisted over the bar by an inrushing forward.
Final score, Harps 1-12, Maghery 1-11.
Best for the Harps were Philip McKinney, Paul Holmes and man of the match Ultan Lennon who ended the game with a personal tally of 1-7.
The Harps fielded as follows: Johnny Daly, Kevin Daly, Martin Gill, Neil McArdle, Kevin Morris, Paddy Grimes, Conall McKee, Stephen McAneney, Philip McKinney, Ebby Toal 0-1 (Paul McKenna), Paul Holmes 0-1, Gerard McDonagh, Ultan Lennon 1-7 (0-5 frees, 1-0 penalty), Paddy Morrison (Gary McKinney 0-1) and Sean Morrison 0-2.
Quote from: Imposerous on May 13, 2008, 05:42:22 PM
McKinney is possibly the best fielder of a ball in the county, but don't know if he is intercounty class. Didn't he get a few runs in the McKenna cup a few years ago. I'd say McDonnell saw enough of him while at the Harps to judge whether he's good enough. Deserved a chance this year though.
Philip was invited onto the county panel lastweek but refused!!
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/photo_galleries/7426165.stm#
;D
Quote from: Candyman on May 28, 2008, 10:39:17 AM
Philip was invited onto the county panel lastweek but refused!!
Thats disappointing. the water isn't gonna fill itself
Quote from: Aghdavoyle on May 30, 2008, 04:22:00 PM
Quote from: Candyman on May 28, 2008, 10:39:17 AM
Philip was invited onto the county panel lastweek but refused!!
Thats disappointing. the water isn't gonna fill itself
The way your lot are going i'd choose my words wisely if I was you.... Sure all that talk of unrest in the camp is only rumour anyway, isnt that right??? ;)
Quote from: Aghdavoyle on May 30, 2008, 04:22:00 PM
Quote from: Candyman on May 28, 2008, 10:39:17 AM
Philip was invited onto the county panel lastweek but refused!!
Thats disappointing. the water isn't gonna fill itself
That's right,they have O' Rourke the Youner for that.
Game off sunday.
Rippin at Co Board. >:( >:( >:(
At least there was a bit of humour in my attempted windup
:-*
Just a little update....
The senior team are holding a BBQ and disco next saturday nite in the club (14th June). Tickets are priced at £5 and can be obtained from any player....
Set to be a brilliant nite's craic with all proceeds going to the senior squad development.
St Patricks v Harps
Harps travelled to South Armagh on Sunday last to play the local St Pats side. Harps were hoping to continue their excellent recent run by gaining revenge on the home side after they comprehensively defeated the Harps in the opening fixture of the season.
Both teams fielded significantly weakened sides, but it was Harps who were to be the dominant team of the opening half. St Pats had a wide with their first attempt but soon opened the scoring with a close range fisted point after a free had come back off the post. Harps had a wide from a '50' before Ultan Lennon shot the equaliser with a point after good work by Minnie. Harps were dominating possession and playing some good football, but they were badly undone by their shooting. We had three wides in a row before Minnie gave us the lead with a well taken point and when Kevin Kelly added another point after good work by Philly McKinney, Harps looked set to go on and win. Both sides exchanged wides from frees before emergency full forward Willie McSorley scored a great point from fifty yards. St Pats added a point from a free in a rare attack, but Harps continued to dominate. Jungle McKee's great effort beat the keeper but was brilliantly cleared off the line by a defender. Two further wides followed before Gary McKinney finished a brilliant Harps move with a point. Harps had yet another bad wide although St Pats ended the half with a brief spell of pressure that brought two late points and a shot for goal that went narrowly wide.
Half time, St Patricks 0-04, Harps 0-05.
St Pats started the second half as they had ended the first with pressure that brought an equalising point. Another Harps wide was followed by an excellent Gary McKinney point as we regained the lead. Mark McConville came into the defence for Tommy O'Hagan as St Pats went on a scoring spree that was to win them the game. A well taken point from play was followed by some loose play in our defence that allowed an attacker to gain possession, despite being outnumbered, and shoot to the net from twelve yards. St Pats had the bit between their teeth and soon added two further points. Harps rallied briefly with points from the hard working Gerard McDonagh and Minnie Holmes, but St Pats remained in control with a further point from play. Declan Coulter came in for Kevin Daly and Smackers replaced Gary McKinney as Harps threw everything at the opposition. A high ball into the St Pats' square caused confusion and yet again Harps were unlucky to see a shot beat the keeper but get cleared off the line. St Pats turned the screw further when a bad mistake turned the ball over and the forward pointed with ease. Martin McCoy replaced Harpo but the game was already gone. St Pats added a point from play whilst Harps, despite several chances, could only add a point from a Kevin Kelly free kick. St Pats punished the Harps wastefulness further with a point from a free, whilst Harps' poor shooting continued to the end when a shot for goal went wide.
Final score, St Patricks 1-12, Harps 0-09.
This was a match that the Harps will look back on with a lot of regrets. We dominated play in the opening half but through poor shooting and some poor decision making we only led by a solitary point at half time. In the second half, some poor defensive errors were punished to the full with the result that the team completely lost its way in the closing quarter and ended up being comprehensively beaten.
The Harps fielded as follows. Dingle Daly, Hugh McSorley, Martin Gill, Tommy O'Hagan (Mark McConville), Chuckie Morris, Jungle McKee, Kevin Daly (Declan Coulter), Kevin Kelly 0-2 (0-1 free), Philly McKinney, Harpo McKenna (Martin McCoy), Minnie Holmes 0-2, Gerard McDonagh 0-1, Ultan Lennon 0-1, Willie McSorley 0-1 and Gary McKinney 0-2 (Smackers McAneney).
Candyman,
cant get to the BBQ on saturday,
championship match back on over here, will save the club a few pund on steaks
;) ;D
No doubt... and possibly the clean-up bill also??? ;)
:D :D :D
Harps v Killeavey
Harps entertained Killeavey at Abbey Park last night, and in what could prove to be a very important result come the end of the season, were soundly beaten by five points.
On a lovely evening for football it was Harps who had the early play and can consider themselves somewhat unfortunate to have a goal disallowed as Paddy Morrison appeared to punch the ball out of the keeper's hands and into the net. Soon after, Philly McKinney opened the Harps' account with a lovely point with the outside of his boot. However disaster soon followed when a long ball into the square was dropped into the path of an inrushing forward who goaled from close range. Harps had hardly time to draw breath when another bad mistake allowed Killeavey in for a point. Ultan Lennon had a wide for us before Killeavey extended their lead with a point from a close in free. Harps were somewhat shell shocked but to be fair they responded well. Kevin Kelly pointed with a free from an acute angle before Harps were denied a goal by a brilliant block from the Killeavey keeper. In the ensuing scramble referee Sam McClatchey gave Harps a penalty and young Ultan Lennon calmly side footed the kick to the net. Killeavey responded well with two points (one from a '50'). Play became scrappy at this stage. Both sides swapped wides before Ultan Lennon was unlucky to miss consecutive free kicks by hitting each upright. Kevin Kelly scored a great point with a long range free. Willie McSorley replaced Smackers McAnaney as half time approached, but it was Killeavey who finished on the attack with points from a free and a close range fisted effort after a good run.
Half time, Harps 1-03, Killeavey 1-06.
Harps made two early changes in the second half with Martin McCoy coming in for the injured Jungle McKee whilst Harpo came in for Gerard McDonagh. Killeavey had early opportunities but put two shots into Johnny Daly's hands. Harps then brought themselves back into the game with a purple patch of scoring that brought three points in a row through Paddy Morrison, Declan Coulter and an Ultan Lennon free. With the sides now level the game was up for grabs and unfortunately it was Killeavey who rose to the challenge. For the next fifteen minutes Killeavey won every ball around the middle of the field, dominating play and causing Harps endless problems with their running and support play. They scored the next five points in a row and would have had the game wrapped up but for some terrible shooting which included eight wides in this period of the match alone. Harps eventually managed a point when Ultan Lennon first timed a shot over the bar. However from the kick out Killeavey won possession and raced through for a point off the inside of the post. Killeavey's ability to respond quickly to a Harps score was to be a feature for the rest of the game. Harps managed another two points (through Declan Coulter and an Ultan Lennon free) but each time Killeavey responded with a point of their own – the second last point in particular being a fisted point from close in after a brilliant move cut open the Harps' defence. The match finished with Killeavey deserving winners.
Full time Harps 1-09, Killeavey 1-14.
For Harps, this was a damaging defeat in that it pulls the team right back into the relegation zone. Indeed the nature of the loss is what was particularly worrying, as when the match was there to be won, Harps were comprehensively outplayed by the opposition, throughout the pitch.
The Harps lined out as follows; Johnny Daly, Mark McConville, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly, Chuckie Morris, Paddy Grimes, Jungle McKee (Martin McCoy), Smackers McAnaney (Willie McSorley), Philly McKinney 0-1, Declan Coulter 0-2, Minnie Holmes, Gerard McDonagh (Harpo McKenna), Ultan Lennon 1-3 (1-0 penalty, 0-2 frees), Paddy Morrison 0-1 and Kevin Kelly 0-2 (0-2 frees).
Harps match at 12.00 at cross at the "council ground"
Quote from: nutsy--1 on June 20, 2008, 12:08:21 PM
Harps match at 12.00 at cross at the "council ground"
Is this a re-post?
Quote from: nutsy--1 on June 20, 2008, 12:08:21 PM
Harps match at 12.00 at cross at the "council ground"
surely this is Crossmaglens's coucil pitch & not Ballyscummey ;D
Heard this morning that K. Kelly hurt his knee pretty badly in training, anyone confirm this? Bad news if so
Kevin kelly didn't hurt his knee, its his hamstring problem not be playin for 2-3weeks.
Tickets being given out Tuesday night at 8pm in the club.
Crossmaglen Rangers v Harps
Harps travelled to Crossmaglen on Sunday last searching for two badly needed league points after a recent poor run of results. The match, which had a twelve noon throw in, was played in difficult weather conditions, with a gale blowing rain down the pitch.
It followed that the match – played on an excellent surface – was the proverbial game of two halves, and it was Cross who got first use of the breeze. They played the conditions perfectly and dominated the half picking off a range of points from all angles. These scores included a number of lovely long range efforts from the left boot of John McEntee. Cross seemed content to pick their points, although they did notch the only goal of the game early on when their corner forward turned the defence and finished expertly to the net. Harps attacks were few and far between although we did open our account with a point from an Ultan Lennon free just before the break.
Half time, Crossmaglen Rangers 1-11, Harps 0-01.
Harps now had a mountain to climb and to be fair the players responded with a lot of effort. Harps managed the first three points of this period through Ultan Lennon (one from a free and one from play) and a magnificent long range effort from captain Collie Holmes. However on too many occasions Harps tried to work the ball in close and turned over possession, whilst in contrast to their opponents, their shooting was off. Harps had several bad wides and when they eventually managed to put the ball in the net, Ebby Toal was correctly blown up for over carrying. This disappointment, with ten minutes to go, effectively sealed the end of the Harps challenge, and in a rare attack, Cross added a close range point after some excellent possession football had brought the ball the length of the field. Harps managed one more point from Nippy, but it was Cross who finished the scoring with a point from a close in free on the stroke of full time.
Full time, Crossmaglen Rangers 1-13, Harps 0-05.
The Harps lined out as follows, Willie McSorley, Mark McConville, Martin Gill, Kevin Daly, Chuckie Morris, Colin Holmes 0-1, Paddy Grimes, Nippy Swift 0-1, Philly McKinney, Ebby Toal, Minnie Holmes, Gerard McDonagh, Ultan Lennon 0-3 (0-2 frees), Sean Morrison and Gary McKinney. Subs used, Gareth Richards, Harpo McKenna, Martin McCoy and Matt Cartmill.
Ulster Semi Final Tickets
Demand for the tickets for Sunday was quite brisk tonight. There are however a limited number left, including a few family tickets, and they are available on a first come first served basis. Please contact Sean Powell in the Club or any member of the committee if you want to reserve any that are left.
I was looking at the Roll of Honour on the Harps Website.
Did yous not win one or two under 21 titles in the last 10 years ?
You are quite correct Crossfire. 2005 Champions. There are actually a couple of photos of it in our gallery. I must get that sorted in the roll of honour.
As mentioned elsewhere on this Board, our Seniors suffered a heavy defeat last night that ensures they are going to be in the middle of a relegation dogfight between now and the end of the season. A report of the game (which comes with a health warning :() has been posted on our website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=15&cntnt01returnid=37 (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=15&cntnt01returnid=37)
Very important win for our Seniors last night in a relegation battle with fellow strugglers Mullabawn.
Not the greatest performance but a win nonetheless.
A report of the match has been put up on the Club's website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=17&cntnt01returnid=37
I called home to get the Mullaghbawn result and was delighted to find that the Harps won. Hopefully this is the start of a long march into the better half of the table but for a team with as much talent as the Harps to be in trouble amazes me. :-[
Ulster Final Tickets
Tickets for the Ulster Final will be distributed in the Club this Wednesday night, 9th July.
Tickets will be distributed to active members from 7.00 pm - 8.00 pm, and then to fully paid up members from 8.00 pm onwards.
Within the proposed distribution, tickets will be issued on a first come first served basis, one ticket per member.
Further details will be in tomorrow's Irish News.
Please pass this on.
Trading was quite brisk last night down at the Club, despite the monsoon outside.
Your mum sorted you out Red :P - I might though have let it slip about the party in your house in 1990! :-\
For anyone else looking in - there are a limited number of Hill, McGrane Stand and O'Duffy terrace tickets left. As before, first come first served basis - contact Conor Moore or leave your name with any member of the committee or with Sean Powell at the bar!
B game off Friday night, Senior game going ahead Sunday at 2pm in Abbey.
Our Seniors lost by six points this afternoon when visitors Culloville proved too strong, winning on a 1-14 to 0-11 scoreline. The defeat now leaves Harps in serious danger of relegation, with three victories probably needed from the last four fixtures, to meet the 16 point mark that usually guarantees safety.
A full report has been posted on the Club website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=22&cntnt01returnid=37
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 10, 2008, 06:43:10 PM
Your mum sorted you out Red :P - I might though have let it slip about the party in your house in 1990! :-\
Momentous night alright Rufus.......
bad enough that you made a miraculous recovery from a life threstening illness to scupper any slim chance I ever had of playing...... :'(
but now 18 years later you tout to my Ma !!
Quote from: Passing_Interest on July 16, 2008, 10:25:11 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 10, 2008, 06:43:10 PM
Your mum sorted you out Red :P - I might though have let it slip about the party in your house in 1990! :-\
Momentous night alright Rufus.......
bad enough that you made a miraculous recovery from a life threstening illness to scupper any slim chance I ever had of playing...... :'(
but now 18 years later you tout to my Ma !!
Your mum wanted two Geriatric Stand tickets for you and your da! We had none and I sort of panicked- I should have talked about how bad the weather has been, but instead the talk veered onto structural damage to houses! :-\
Anyway relax - I blamed the damage to the wallpaper on McKay - so it's a win win situation!!
Just back from a few days break in
sunny Donegal and unfortunately our Seniors took another spill last night at home to Dromintee. That leaves things looking very bad I'd have to say! I'll hopefully get a report up early next week.
Tickets being given out Wednesday night in the club. 7pm for active members, 8pm for all other full members.
Bit late getting a report up on our website of the Dromintee match - apologies for that. Available at the link below if interested.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=26&cntnt01returnid=37
cheers Rufus
No worries Corn.
Lads - just a quick announcement about Ulster Final tickets.
As with the first match, trading was quite brisk tonight, but there are still a limited number of O'Duffy Terrace and Hill tickets left.
These will be available for sale tomorrow night (Thursday) in the Club, between 6.30 and 7.30. Please note that these are available on a first come first saved basis, and are only available up to 7.30. Anything left over will then be returned to the County Board later tomorrow evening.
Our Seniors suffered a desperately disappointing defeat today at home to the neighbours, and I'm afraid this leaves our Division One status in grave danger. A report has been added to our website - it does not make nice reading!
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=28&cntnt01returnid=37
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on August 03, 2008, 11:38:31 PM
Our Seniors suffered a desperately disappointing defeat today at home to the neighbours, and I'm afraid this leaves our Division One status in grave danger. A report has been added to our website - it does not make nice reading!
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=28&cntnt01returnid=37
On the contrary Rufus, i thought it wasnt a bad report ;D
was at the game as a neutral and i thought the harps were disappointing. they looked like they it up at half time and never really showed up in the second half! the referee should have stamped his authority on the game and i dont understand how no-one was sent off in the melee after the penalty.
Tickets being given out on Wednesday night. 7pm for active members, 8pm for all other members.
As has become the norm this year, trading in tickets for Saturday's match was brisk this evening.
There are though a limited number remaining, and they will be given out on a first come first served basis tomorrow night, Thursday, in the Club at 6.30 pm.
Please note that this will be the only chance to get these tickets, as any remaining will be returned to the County Board at 8.00 pm.
Would there be a website anywhere that I could get a picture of Mark Grimley in full flight catching a ball? I need it for a coaching project that i am doing
will this do
That's John
As it says JOHNHIGHCATCH.JPG.... lol tut tut topgun!!! :D
Quote from: gaa.boy on August 13, 2008, 11:48:12 AM
Would there be a website anywhere that I could get a picture of Mark Grimley in full flight catching a ball? I need it for a coaching project that i am doing
I have a good one that I can get scanned. I should advise that it isn't really an action shot but rather a staged photo for our book in 1989 and shows Mark catching the ball above a number of other players. Let me know if this sounds alright and how soon you would need it for. If you want it, PM me with an e-mail address.
At match today...draw, both teams prob feel they should have won, ogs kicked a lot of wides and harps keeper saved well inc penalty. Div 2 for Harps, season speaks for its self.........too many players who don't care. Judas P Donnelly's football has fairly improved :D
Chin up there lads, division 2 is where it's all happening anyway.
As DC mentioned above, we battled for a point against the neighours this afternoon but it proved to be in vain as Mullabawn's victory at Culloville sealed our doom. A report of the match has been posted on the Club website - clink on the link below to view.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=31&cntnt01returnid=37
Just a quick note saying how glad all gaels are to see the Harps where they belong in Division 2- long may you stay there 8) 8)
I know i shouldnt but.... you really are a ballbag!!!
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 03:32:18 PM
Just a quick note saying how glad all gaels are to see the Harps where they belong in Division 2- long may you stay there 8) 8)
Thick as pig sh*t Gaels?
rather disappointing to see the harps go down. talent hanging out of the squad. if gearad mcdonagh applied himself a bit more, i lay the blame firmly at his door. hang draw and quarter the hateful armagh c*nt!!! :P :P :P
Quote from: Candyman on August 18, 2008, 03:39:42 PM
I know i shouldnt but.... you really are a ballbag!!!
At least iam a ballbag in divison 1- youse are a shower of hateful c-unts- enjoy division 2 - hopefully 3 next year
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 04:18:04 PM
Quote from: Candyman on August 18, 2008, 03:39:42 PM
I know i shouldnt but.... you really are a ballbag!!!
At least iam a ballbag in divison 1- youse are a shower of hateful c-unts- enjoy division 2 - hopefully 3 next year
And which DIV 1 club would this be punter???
Quote from: Candyman on August 18, 2008, 03:39:42 PM
I know i shouldnt but.... you really are a ballbag!!!
you'd need to watch candyman. I was edited earlier for the use of just such a term :D :o
ah but i speak the gospel kid!!! ;)
christ, its not that hard to figure out-he is from killeavy. god for saken place deeply entrenched in a god for saken county!! ;D ;D ;D oj.
I think one of the problems for the Harps was the lack of a real threatening scoring forward.. How many games this year have the Harps scored less than 8 points.. it must be near around 8 or 9 of the 17 games, maybe face facts, they aren't good enough for Divsion 1... was encouraged though that with 2 near full strength teams out the Harps put it up to the Ogs.. I know they had Paul Duffy and Andy Mallon missing, but we has Liam McAuley, Jungle McKee, Simon Lennon and Collie Holmes missing, so it did give me some hope for the championship
Quote from: Candyman on August 18, 2008, 04:20:06 PM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 04:18:04 PM
Quote from: Candyman on August 18, 2008, 03:39:42 PM
I know i shouldnt but.... you really are a ballbag!!!
At least iam a ballbag in divison 1- youse are a shower of hateful c-unts- enjoy division 2 - hopefully 3 next year
And which DIV 1 club would this be punter???
THE FAMOUS CLAN NA GAEL
Have you not denied being a Clans man many times?
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 03:32:18 PM
Just a quick note saying how glad all gaels are to see the Harps where they belong in Division 2- long may you stay there 8) 8)
Considering your own team is an aging mid table (at best) team with absolutely no talent coming through the ranks do you think it's a good idea to slag another club for being relegated?
wow an opinion!!!! How does it feel to come of the fence pints??
Quote from: winsamsoon on August 18, 2008, 07:41:21 PM
wow an opinion!!!! How does it feel to come of the fence pints??
Great, think I'll offer an opinion and speak my mind more, I'd say that's what I lack alright. :-\
what a guy!! oh and by the way how does it feel to be second fiddle to a middle aged team with no talent coming through for all those years??? The harps lads will bounce back as they have undoubtedly talent in the ranks. They shouldn't be in division two and i wouldn't have predicted this at the start of the year. I also take no pleasure in teams going down, unless it has a bearing on my club.
Quotewhat a guy!! oh and by the way how does it feel to be second fiddle to a middle aged team with no talent coming through for all those years???
It feels alright when you know you're on the up and the club is full of good young lads (and girls) who aren't just footballers (or camogie players etc) but great young club men (and women).
For once pints i have got sense out of you lad. I knew you had it in you. Our club is in a bad way at the moment. We have a lot of kids coming to the summer camps, probably more than we ever had but to be brutally honest we are going to need them. It seems we have alot of the younger lads that don't wear the top with pride and that really annoys me because i know of so many that would kill for just one more chance in the blue jersey.
But just to make this relevant to the harps thread, keeps the heads up lads and rebuild, it will either make you or break you.
Quote from: pintsofguinness on August 18, 2008, 07:54:10 PM
Quotewhat a guy!! oh and by the way how does it feel to be second fiddle to a middle aged team with no talent coming through for all those years???
It feels alright when you know you're on the up and the club is full of good young lads (and girls) who aren't just footballers (or camogie players etc) but great young club men (and women).
Good to see, it's lacking in our club.
I tell you benny there is nothing as frustrating when you see them young lads strutting about not giving a shite about the shirt they are wearing. This comes through with them right up until senior when they are already ruined.
Quote from: bennydorano on August 18, 2008, 08:28:19 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on August 18, 2008, 07:54:10 PM
Quotewhat a guy!! oh and by the way how does it feel to be second fiddle to a middle aged team with no talent coming through for all those years???
It feels alright when you know you're on the up and the club is full of good young lads (and girls) who aren't just footballers (or camogie players etc) but great young club men (and women).
Good to see, it's lacking in our club.
I think it's a fault of modern society, everyone out for themselves and all that.
Winsam, anyone that doesn't give a shite about the shirt they're wearing shouldn't be wearing it, simple as that. I've said plenty of times before, I'd rather sit at the bottom of division 4 then look at anyone like that. I've no idea why club's would persist with people who don't give a shite and I actually think that may be were the problem arises.
You have a good point there Pints and the clubs persisting with these kind of players all adds to the problem. But unfortunetly some people are driven by success and can't realize that it would be far better for the preservation of any club to loose the dead wood and bring in loyal and cultured players. Players that will also muck in and help the club in other ways. I watched that programme a few years back on the bridge and it was great to see that we still have clubs like that and there are many of them. But i am afraid our club wouldn't fit into that category.
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 03:32:18 PM
Just a quick note saying how glad all gaels are to see the Harps where they belong in Division 2- long may you stay there 8) 8)
Can I in turn congratulate you on a hitherto unseen ability to construct a sentence in english! Kudos my friend.
Now that we have discovered that gaapunter is a Killeavey man, can any other Killeavey men out there translate the following? :D
Quote from: gaapunter on August 06, 2008, 04:34:28 PM
And isnt it great to see Division 1 shall be all the better within them bye bye :-* :-*
winsam
QuoteYou have a good point there Pints and the clubs persisting with these kind of players all adds to the problem. But unfortunetly some people are driven by success and can't realize that it would be far better for the preservation of any club to loose the dead wood and bring in loyal and cultured players. Players that will also muck in and help the club in other ways.
Well the Harps boys won't like me saying this and on their thread too but I think it was two, maybe three?, years ago when they were had 30 togged out for a championship game and were knocked out and the following week they could barely field for a league game. Now why in the name of Jesus would those players that were missing not be told to f**k off rather than welcomed with open arms the following year? Look at Toal too - seems to play when he wants.
Surely when this behaviour is tolerated it becomes the norm and younger players coming in will do exactly the same?
Quote from: pintsofguinness on August 18, 2008, 09:26:46 PM
winsam
QuoteYou have a good point there Pints and the clubs persisting with these kind of players all adds to the problem. But unfortunetly some people are driven by success and can't realize that it would be far better for the preservation of any club to loose the dead wood and bring in loyal and cultured players. Players that will also muck in and help the club in other ways.
Well the Harps boys won't like me saying this and on their thread too but I think it was two, maybe three?, years ago when they were had 30 togged out for a championship game and were knocked out and the following week they could barely field for a league game. Now why in the name of Jesus would those players that were missing not be told to f**k off rather than welcomed with open arms the following year? Look at Toal too - seems to play when he wants.
Surely when this behaviour is tolerated it becomes the norm and younger players coming in will do exactly the same?
You'll get no argument from me. I have already said to many fellow committee members - give me fifteen boys who will play with pride in our jersey and I will accept Division 3 football if necessary - no problem.
Quote from: pintsofguinness on August 18, 2008, 09:26:46 PM
winsam
QuoteYou have a good point there Pints and the clubs persisting with these kind of players all adds to the problem. But unfortunetly some people are driven by success and can't realize that it would be far better for the preservation of any club to loose the dead wood and bring in loyal and cultured players. Players that will also muck in and help the club in other ways.
Well the Harps boys won't like me saying this and on their thread too but I think it was two, maybe three?, years ago when they were had 30 togged out for a championship game and were knocked out and the following week they could barely field for a league game. Now why in the name of Jesus would those players that were missing not be told to f**k off rather than welcomed with open arms the following year? Look at Toal too - seems to play when he wants.
Surely when this behaviour is tolerated it becomes the norm and younger players coming in will do exactly the same?
sure he is not on the harps panel and he hasnt played Gaelic this year for club or county.
Quotesure he is not on the harps panel and he hasnt played Gaelic this year for club or county.
Didn't realise he wasnt playing for yous this year - weren't yous talking about the possibility of him coming back a few weeks ago though?
But it's been the same with Toal in previous years - just seems to come and go as he pleases.
Quote from: pintsofguinness on August 19, 2008, 12:09:25 AM
Quotesure he is not on the harps panel and he hasnt played Gaelic this year for club or county.
Didn't realise he wasnt playing for yous this year - weren't yous talking about the possibility of him coming back a few weeks ago though?
But it's been the same with Toal in previous years - just seems to come and go as he pleases.
I think he came back not so long ago but got injured
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on August 18, 2008, 09:19:28 PM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 03:32:18 PM
Just a quick note saying how glad all gaels are to see the Harps where they belong in Division 2- long may you stay there 8) 8)
Can I in turn congratulate you on a hitherto unseen ability to construct a sentence in english! Kudos my friend.
Now that we have discovered that gaapunter is a Killeavey man, can any other Killeavey men out there translate the following? :D
Quote from: gaapunter on August 06, 2008, 04:34:28 PM
And isnt it great to see Division 1 shall be all the better within them bye bye :-* :-*
what are you an english teacher- I bet you a ginger nerd who has never played a game of football- as I said before a clan na gael man and proud- ps if you need directions to St pauls ground in division 2 next year just ask 8) 8)
Quote from: pintsofguinness on August 19, 2008, 12:09:25 AM
Quotesure he is not on the harps panel and he hasnt played Gaelic this year for club or county.
Didn't realise he wasnt playing for yous this year - weren't yous talking about the possibility of him coming back a few weeks ago though?
But it's been the same with Toal in previous years - just seems to come and go as he pleases.
Is there not more to it than that, is he not big into road bowls or something?
Quote from: corn02 on August 19, 2008, 09:13:28 AM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on August 19, 2008, 12:09:25 AM
Quotesure he is not on the harps panel and he hasnt played Gaelic this year for club or county.
Didn't realise he wasnt playing for yous this year - weren't yous talking about the possibility of him coming back a few weeks ago though?
But it's been the same with Toal in previous years - just seems to come and go as he pleases.
Is there not more to it than that, is he not big into road bowls or something?
That's what he's been concentrating on this year.
That has to be a joke ??? ??? Road bowls ??? Please tell me this is just sarcasm and he hasn't neglected gaelic for road bowls
He never returned to football after breaking his leg then when he had recovered he was throwing in the Ulster championships. In the end up he won an all-ireland championship with the road bowls at the start of August, deciding to concentrate on that instead of the gaelic. He returned to training once and went over on his ankle 2weeks before the road bowls final so that was the end of the football for him!! Maybe next year for Na Clairsigh eh..... ::)
If the man prefers to play road bowls, noone has the right to question that.
Quote from: corn02 on August 19, 2008, 06:52:16 PM
If the man prefers to play road bowls, noone has the right to question that.
He is arguably the best road bowler in the North, and could have a decent shot at winning the All Ireland Senior Championship next year. As he hails from a road bowling family that would count for a lot (I would imagine).
Bit strange for a city boy but whatever floats his boat. Good luck to him
Quote from: gaapunter on August 19, 2008, 09:08:21 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on August 18, 2008, 09:19:28 PM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 03:32:18 PM
Just a quick note saying how glad all gaels are to see the Harps where they belong in Division 2- long may you stay there 8) 8)
Can I in turn congratulate you on a hitherto unseen ability to construct a sentence in english! Kudos my friend.
Now that we have discovered that gaapunter is a Killeavey man, can any other Killeavey men out there translate the following? :D
Quote from: gaapunter on August 06, 2008, 04:34:28 PM
And isnt it great to see Division 1 shall be all the better within them bye bye :-* :-*
what are you an english teacher- I bet you a ginger nerd who has never played a game of football- as I said before a clan na gael man and proud- ps if you need directions to St pauls ground in division 2 next year just ask 8) 8)
:D
Your Use of English is tremendous!! I am now beginning to enjoy your company!!! :D :D
I tell you what - I'll see your 'ginger nerd who has never played a game of football' and raise you 'two dark haired nerds who played to under 12!!' :D :D
Too easy!!! :D
Edit: Forgot to add - try and get the quotes right!! ;)
Don't know why you are getting so cocky GAAPunter - Killeavey will get theres soon enough!!
See how big you are then.
peadar toal was playing for armagh city tonight i didnt realise he played soccer too!
GaaPunter
73 posts and he still cannot grasp the quotes :D :D :D
You should use the Spell Check thats available.......
Quote from: diesel-smuggler on August 19, 2008, 10:58:12 PM
peadar toal was playing for armagh city tonight i didnt realise he played soccer too!
I noticed that too on the teamshweet and wondered was it the same one, did you make the trip up. How did the red haired striker do for Banbridge? :)
Quote from: fcuksake on August 20, 2008, 12:04:11 AM
GaaPunter
73 posts and he still cannot grasp the quotes :D :D :D
You should use the Spell Check thats available.......
You should go and watch countdown- loser- and what's wrong with my English- if you want to compare academic records i.e A levels degree results - I would be more than happy to
Now F-ck off and play on the M1
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on August 19, 2008, 09:28:19 PM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 19, 2008, 09:08:21 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on August 18, 2008, 09:19:28 PM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 03:32:18 PM
Just a quick note saying how glad all gaels are to see the Harps where they belong in Division 2- long may you stay there 8) 8)
Can I in turn congratulate you on a hitherto unseen ability to construct a sentence in english! Kudos my friend.
Now that we have discovered that gaapunter is a Killeavey man, can any other Killeavey men out there translate the following? :D
Quote from: gaapunter on August 06, 2008, 04:34:28 PM
And isnt it great to see Division 1 shall be all the better within them bye bye :-* :-*
what are you an english teacher- I bet you a ginger nerd who has never played a game of football- as I said before a clan na gael man and proud- ps if you need directions to St pauls ground in division 2 next year just ask 8) 8)
:D :D
Your Use of English is tremendous!! I am now beginning to enjoy your company!!! :D :D
I tell you what - I'll see your 'ginger nerd who has never played a game of football' and raise you 'two dark haired nerds who played to under 12!!' :D :D
Too easy!!! :D
Edit: Forgot to add - try and get the quotes right!! ;)
Is this quote ok you ginger division 2 rat
Quote from: gaapunter on August 20, 2008, 05:38:55 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on August 19, 2008, 09:28:19 PM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 19, 2008, 09:08:21 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on August 18, 2008, 09:19:28 PM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 18, 2008, 03:32:18 PM
Just a quick note saying how glad all gaels are to see the Harps where they belong in Division 2- long may you stay there 8) 8)
Can I in turn congratulate you on a hitherto unseen ability to construct a sentence in english! Kudos my friend.
Now that we have discovered that gaapunter is a Killeavey man, can any other Killeavey men out there translate the following? :D
Quote from: gaapunter on August 06, 2008, 04:34:28 PM
And isnt it great to see Division 1 shall be all the better within them bye bye :-* :-*
what are you an english teacher- I bet you a ginger nerd who has never played a game of football- as I said before a clan na gael man and proud- ps if you need directions to St pauls ground in division 2 next year just ask 8) 8)
:D :D
Your Use of English is tremendous!! I am now beginning to enjoy your company!!! :D :D
I tell you what - I'll see your 'ginger nerd who has never played a game of football' and raise you 'two dark haired nerds who played to under 12!!' :D :D
Too easy!!! :D
Edit: Forgot to add - try and get the quotes right!! ;)
Is this quote ok you ginger division 2 rat
No! You have not corrected your original mistake. As a consequence, the quotes dating back appear all mixed up!
Sort it out 'A' level boy! :-*
And while you're at it - get that punctuation sorted out! You're more concerned with telling us about your 'A levels'. What did you get in your GCSE English Language?
Once we get these problems ironed out, then we'll get to the bottom of what you're trying to say! :-*
By the way. What's wrong with being ginger? I can think of many Killeavey men who had red hair!
For starter ffs HE IS NOT FROM KILLEAVY REPEAT HE IS NOT FROM KILLEAVY ANS SECONDLY WHAT THE f**k HAS THIS GOT TO DO WITH THE HARPS. COP ON LADS.
Quote from: gaapunter on August 20, 2008, 05:38:08 PM
Quote from: fcuksake on August 20, 2008, 12:04:11 AM
GaaPunter
73 posts and he still cannot grasp the quotes :D :D :D
You should use the Spell Check thats available.......
You should go and watch countdown- loser- and what's wrong with my English- if you want to compare academic records i.e A levels degree results - I would be more than happy to
Now F-ck off and play on the M1
You like Coundown do you.
Check out this for a numbers game - Harps Senior championships = 20, Killeavey senior chapionships == 3. Adios
ERWIN FFS he is a clans man you ballbag you are talking about his English . It is quite clear some of you roots can't read. He has said he is a clans man.
Then why does he keep going on about Killeavey? How many Clubs does he ahve?
He's some gaa punter alrighht - its Harps or nothing for us - no glory hunting, support the team through thick and thin!
Out of curiosity winsamsoon, who does gaapunter he follow in mid Armagh
Quote from: gaapunter on August 20, 2008, 05:38:08 PM
Quote from: fcuksake on August 20, 2008, 12:04:11 AM
GaaPunter
73 posts and he still cannot grasp the quotes :D :D :D
You should use the Spell Check thats available.......
You should go and watch countdown- loser- and what's wrong with my English- if you want to compare academic records i.e A levels degree results - I would be more than happy to
anytime
Now F-ck off and play on the M1 ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ???
you have lost me on the M1 remark?? ???
at least you spelt it right. ;D
SO YOU F*** OFF TO ANOTHER THREAD
Now that Harps are def down do you lads think they will come straight back up again, as lets face it Div 2 is a very poor standard, or will it take a while to rebuild?
Out of a matter of interest how did a club the size of harps manage to get relegated out of a poor enough Div 1 in the first place? Have yous had a bad run of injuries or something?
If the Harps have a full team they would never have been relegated (prob Mullaghbawn) i suppose Dromintee wouldn't have been down there also if they'd have had a full team out. They should bounce back up straight away...
struggled this year withiut county men and missed joe quigley for some important games,joe carried alot of our scoring threat,would like to think we are strong enough to come straight back up but it will be tough with alot of mid armagh derby games with teams who will really be up for us,we have to match that commitment and i'm afraid if we play the way we played in some games this year it could take us a while to get back up.
REST ASSURED THE HARPS WILL BOUNCE STRAIGHT BACK UP TO DIVISION 1! ;)
They would need to as any team who spends any longer than 1 year in division 2 must be very poor as the standard is woeful and couldnt be taken seriously as a "big club"
Quote from: billy the kid on August 21, 2008, 05:53:21 PM
They would need to as any team who spends any longer than 1 year in division 2 must be very poor as the standard is woeful and couldnt be taken seriously as a "big club"
Trying to place that accent? I'm sure it'll come to me! ;)
Anyway, it's great to have a top fan of Armagh football visiting our humble Club thread! You're most welcome William!
Quote from: billy the kid on August 21, 2008, 05:53:21 PM
They would need to as any team who spends any longer than 1 year in division 2 must be very poor as the standard is woeful and couldnt be taken seriously as a "big club"
What consitutes a big club? Success? Membership numbers? If it's the former there's not too many big clubs about! Membership wise I guess Cross would be the biggest, we'd probably be 2nd or 3rd I'd imagine?? Not really sure.
heard big marty mckenna made a return to harps training for cship any truth?useful footballer
Quote from: charlie stubbs on August 21, 2008, 07:52:06 PM
heard big marty mckenna made a return to harps training for cship any truth?useful footballer
heard that too charles.... fella from portadown told me
throw him in at FF, he would be a handle for any full back.
time will tell, anyword on Toal, now that the road bowls have ended
Quote from: charlie stubbs on August 21, 2008, 07:52:06 PM
heard big marty mckenna made a return to harps training for cship any truth?useful footballer
Is that '
Bonehead'?
Quote from: topgun on August 21, 2008, 05:46:02 PM
REST ASSURED THE HARPS WILL BOUNCE STRAIGHT BACK UP TO DIVISION 1! ;)
Lets hope not
Quote from: Erwin Rommel on August 20, 2008, 09:08:26 PM
Then why does he keep going on about Killeavey? How many Clubs does he ahve?
He's some gaa punter alrighht - its Harps or nothing for us - no glory hunting, support the team through thick and thin!
Out of curiosity winsamsoon, who does gaapunter he follow in mid Armagh
Fool you show me one quote on this site where I have mentioned Killeavey!!!!! - I think not
This suggestion came from some of your fellow division 2 rats
And you are correct when you say there is no glory hunting with the harps you would have to win a few matches first to have some glory
Clans 3-11 Division 2 dirt 0-7
ring a bell
Ps Rufus is a ginge w-nker
Quote from: gaapunter on August 22, 2008, 08:53:02 AM
Fool you show me one quote on this site where I have mentioned Killeavey!!!!! - I think not
I think the Killeavey bit came from one of your posts where you had a smiley face beside Killeavey in the league table
oh god - eg as in 8) position - see what happens eight position.
That's the only reason i could think of.
But sure now that it's out in the open for everyone to see, HE'S A CLANS MAN!!!!
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on August 22, 2008, 09:05:23 AM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 22, 2008, 08:53:02 AM
Fool you show me one quote on this site where I have mentioned Killeavey!!!!! - I think not
I think the Killeavey bit came from one of your posts where you had a smiley face beside Killeavey in the league table
I dont think so el cuervo- nevr happened as I and WSS soon have stated clasn man and proud
check your post for July 31, 2008, 09:19:57 AM
P.s. I never said you were from killeavey
Quote from: Hank Everlast on August 22, 2008, 08:27:52 AM
Quote from: charlie stubbs on August 21, 2008, 07:52:06 PM
heard big marty mckenna made a return to harps training for cship any truth?useful footballer
Is that 'Bonehead'?
He was just checking to see if he left any hair gel behind :D
Please stop arguiing with this guy 'gaapunter' - he is a moron and you should not waste your breath on him....wise up!!!!
Quote from: Scarface on August 22, 2008, 10:57:23 AM
Please stop arguiing with this guy 'gaapunter' - he is a moron and you should not waste your breath on him....wise up!!!!
Now now its gives these harps men something to take their mind off their demise of their club divison 2 etc
Bring back the grimleys :o
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on August 22, 2008, 09:59:38 AM
check your post for July 31, 2008, 09:19:57 AM
P.s. I never said you were from killeavey
I see were you are coming from - i simply copied this table from orchardcounty - a killeavey poster must have put that logo in
gaapunter, you would not be so smart if gerrad mcdonagh got a hold of ya.
Roll of honour;
4 year mcrory panelist
0 games played!!!
McDonagh for an allstar!!!!
Quote from: Final Whistle on August 22, 2008, 11:23:06 AM
gaapunter, you would not be so smart if gerrad mcdonagh got a hold of ya.
Roll of honour;
4 year mcrory panelist
0 games played!!!
McDonagh for an allstar!!!!
what the hell are you talking about???
Quote from: gaapunter on August 22, 2008, 08:53:02 AM
Fool you show me one quote on this site where I have mentioned Killeavey!!!!! - I think not
Check this out!
Quote from: gaapunter on February 20, 2008, 02:28:06 PM
easy there lad or i will have to take the middle out of you - just wait t ill wee get Stevie and Stanfold back anf then well see how lippy you are!
And as Rufus says - sort your speling out! 8)
:D
excellent.
Quote from: Final Whistle on August 22, 2008, 11:23:06 AM
gaapunter, you would not be so smart if gerrad mcdonagh got a hold of ya.
Roll of honour;
4 year mcrory panelist
0 games played!!!
McDonagh for an allstar!!!!
Is this accurate?
If so how does someone be on McRory Panel since 4th year and not feature in his 3rd or 4th seasons even his 2nd season? Was he injured or just there for the craic?
you would have to ask the legend that is gerard mcdonagh. some say he is so quick that you dont even see the amount of times he gets himself on the ball, others say he drank the hatfield dry on a tuesday morning. Either way you look at it he surely is something special.
G McD For President!!!
F**K it he gets my vote :D
With Rufus as his running mate
Quote from: Erwin Rommel on August 22, 2008, 01:22:28 PM
Quote from: gaapunter on August 22, 2008, 08:53:02 AM
Fool you show me one quote on this site where I have mentioned Killeavey!!!!! - I think not
Check this out!
Quote from: gaapunter on February 20, 2008, 02:28:06 PM
easy there lad or i will have to take the middle out of you - just wait t ill wee get Stevie and Stanfold back anf then well see how lippy you are!
And as Rufus says - sort your speling out! 8)
:D :D
Senior game against Maghery tomorrow is off.
I see we have become a tool free zone again - just as it should be! 8)
Madden GFC Present this charity match in aid of Newry Hospice.
A number of current and former county stars will be representing each club along with some legends of Madden GFC.
This match is part of the celebrations for the 75th Anniversary of the club.
All Support Appreciated!
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Good luck to the lads on Saturday, hopefully we can put a good C'ship run to lift the spirits, as I will be attending your game Sat nite its only fair yous will be coming to watch the cuchulainns on Sunday, ;) ;) ;)
Hi there lads was wondering if any of yous have a contact number for Cuchulainns Hurling Club (underage) as fella from our club looking it.
If anyone does could you PM me as I dont think posting someones phone number on this board would be appropriate.
Cheers
good win tonight in keady for the seniors alot of postives to work on
I Was talking to somebody who was at the match and had to leave it at half time as it was unwatchable
any reports rufus??
i dont any think any winning manager/player/supporter care how well a team play come championship time as long as you win by a point thats what matters.
I'm sure you dont care how the ogs play 2moro as long as they win.
Harps in the hat for the next round anyway ;D
Congrats to the lads tonight on a good team performance. Young Tootsie was super and Marty McCoy grew in confidence as the game went on. Strong showings from Nippy and especially Charlie who drove forward brilliantly (Note to Benny at the bottom nets - he's a half back not a half forward). Joe Q worked hard and took an excellent goal at the death. 'Mini-Eggs' hit some fantastic frees. Did Beefer mean that in the first half or was he going for a point?
Anyways, loads of positives after the poor end to the league.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on August 30, 2008, 11:18:33 PM
Congrats to the lads tonight on a good team performance. Young Tootsie was super and Marty McCoy grew in confidence as the game went on. Strong showings from Nippy and especially Charlie who drove forward brilliantly (Note to Benny at the bottom nets - he's a half back not a half forward). Joe Q worked hard and took an excellent goal at the death. 'Mini-Eggs' hit some fantastic frees. Did Beefer mean that in the first half or was he going for a point?
Anyways, loads of positives after the poor end to the league.
He's definitely not....
Out of yer hole, Uladh. Been watching from him from he was Dizz's height and he's a half back.
sorry uladh, he is a HB.
A fine footballer no doubt but he'll never be a half back at county level. defensively he's just not up to scratch. now if he were able to mark and tackle he'd be some asset breaking out of defence.
You may not think CV a good enough tackler or marker to be an intercounty half back - but it's his best position. His reading of the game is underrated and he cuts out balls in the AOR fashion. I'd say it's his lack of pace that would count agaist him if detailed a man marking role. I think his tackling has actually regressed since he came onto the senior squad. Some of the crisp pinpoint balls he delvered tonight (don't think he wasted one) were excellent.
Midfield's the spot for him
Quote from: fcuksake on August 30, 2008, 11:16:02 PM
i dont any think any winning manager/player/supporter care how well a team play come championship time as long as you win by a point thats what matters.
I'm sure you dont care how the ogs play 2moro as long as they win.
An ugly win would do us today surely
yous won handy 2nite El.
a Handsome victory ;)
Great win for our Seniors in the Senior Championship on Saturday night. Report has been put up on our website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=32&cntnt01returnid=37
Great news rufus, hopefully the start of something good.
Have to say Maddog that outside of Cross there would be no-one to fear. The team played well in patches the other night - it's just a pity that we're probably going to be without Collie Holmes for another round at least. He would be a big addition. Still - any win is a good win! :)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 01, 2008, 01:25:39 PM
Have to say Maddog that outside of Cross there would be no-one to fear. The team played well in patches the other night - it's just a pity that we're probably going to be without Collie Holmes for another round at least. He would be a big addition. Still - any win is a good win! :)
I am sure the remaining 7 teams in the SFC will be shit scared to meet the harps :o- I hope we get them walk over - They are still a truly awful team- But at least you got to play a division 2 team to warm up for the long season in division 2 next year
To be fair g'unt', we would be like most of the rest - more or less on a par - wouldn't fear anyone outside Rangers!
You're not Shane O'Neill by chance?
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 01, 2008, 02:00:58 PM
To be fair g'**t', we would be like most of the rest - more or less on a par - wouldn't fear anyone outside Rangers!
You're not Shane O'Neill by chance?
whats g**t mean?
Not Shane O'Neills- Clans Lurgan man through & through
and the harps are certainly not on a par with any of the teams left in - apart from possibly clan eirann
first day back at school punter ;D
Quote from: fcuksake on September 01, 2008, 06:18:29 PM
first day back at school punter ;D
It was indeed I seen your sister there -some craic
aint got any...oh and with the SFC draw outcome
Goodbye SFC 2008 ;D ;D ;D ;D. :D :D :D
Quote from: gaapunter on September 02, 2008, 04:18:35 PM
Quote from: fcuksake on September 01, 2008, 06:18:29 PM
first day back at school punter ;D
It was indeed I seen your sister there -some craic
Right..............funny we thought it was his brother youd be after. :o :o ;) ;)
only joking lad. What subjects you pick for your GCSEs
Have you thrown the towel in already fcuksake??
not getting at you or the rest of decent clans posters on the board but your colleague gaapunter is a p***k.
I hope yous beat clans, so i am not going to get into a slagging match with yourselve
Well done to the minors today; a very good display. Good luck in the next round.
Coco Coulter was very impressive throughout: good movement, worked hard in tracking back and put in some great blocks. However it is his forward play which was very good. Too early for him or could Stumps use him against the 'bawn?
Quote from: fcuksake on September 04, 2008, 08:03:23 AM
not getting at you or the rest of decent clans posters on the board but your colleague gaapunter is a p***k.
I hope yous beat clans, so i am not going to get into a slagging match with yourselve
I hope the clans beat the clans good lad- I think its you that needs to attend a school for a year or two yet
Quote from: gaapunter on September 10, 2008, 03:17:06 PM
Quote from: fcuksake on September 04, 2008, 08:03:23 AM
not getting at you or the rest of decent clans posters on the board but your colleague gaapunter is a p***k.
I hope yous beat clans, so i am not going to get into a slagging match with yourselve
I hope the clans beat the clans good lad- I think its you that needs to attend a school for a year or two yet
why so cocky - Clann Eireann will give you your fill of it - see how mouthy you are when the Lurgan boys slap youse.
Good luck 2 the lads on sunday. Stop quinn and wer ther, must admit neil mcardle find of the season. Condolances to friends at pearse ogs on the death of Peggy harney RIP
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on September 13, 2008, 04:51:28 AM
Good luck 2 the lads on sunday. Stop quinn and wer ther, must admit neil mcardle find of the season. Condolances to friends at pearse ogs on the death of Peggy harney RIP
Yes RIP Peggy - believe the Ogs tried to get their match postponed as Joe is the President but it was rejected.
Cant believe the county board wouldnt call off the Ogs game, i thought it was a certainty to be called off with Peggy's husband the club President, yet clubs can call league games off because a club member (and i dont mean an active member/committee personnel) has died....
RIP Peggy. I know the Harney Brothers well and they have gave a lot to the club down through the years...
Quote from: fcuksake on September 13, 2008, 03:08:48 PM
Cant believe the county board wouldnt call off the Ogs game, i thought it was a certainty to be called off with Peggy's husband the club President, yet clubs can call league games off because a club member (and i dont mean an active member/committee personnel) has died....
RIP Peggy. I know the Harney Brothers well and they have gave a lot to the club down through the years...
That's unbelievable and extremely bad form from the county board.
RIP
Is is still on, jesus christ, what is the game coming too.
RIP.
RIP
yeah we were in a similar position wit our 1st round game against the nab..our treasurer's bro / committe member father died..but no chance gettin it called off....the county boards have really tightened up in realation to posponements for deaths
Condolences to the Harney family.
Quote from: pintsofguinness on September 13, 2008, 03:14:05 PM
Quote from: fcuksake on September 13, 2008, 03:08:48 PM
Cant believe the county board wouldnt call off the Ogs game, i thought it was a certainty to be called off with Peggy's husband the club President, yet clubs can call league games off because a club member (and i dont mean an active member/committee personnel) has died....
RIP Peggy. I know the Harney Brothers well and they have gave a lot to the club down through the years...
That's unbelievable and extremely bad form from the county board.
RIP
I asked a member of the County Board this morning and he told me that he knew nothing about this - what he termed at reasonable request for a postponement - and said the decision would have been made by members of the Competitions Control Committee.
He rang me back later to tell me that the request for a postponement was indeed refused by the CCC. His information was that both clubs were in agreement to postpone the game until Tuesday night and play it under lights but the CCC was having none of this.
Very disappointing decision. After all the deceased was the wife of the President of Pearse Og and you would think that the club members would be there to support Joe in his hour of need.
I hope that the CCC will allow the teams to observe a 'Minute's Silence' as a mark of respect to the entire Harney family and the Pearse Og club prior to their game.
May Peggy Harney's soul rest in peace.
QuoteHe rang me back later to tell me that the request for a postponement was indeed refused by the CCC. His information was that both clubs were in agreement to postpone the game until Tuesday night and play it under lights but the CCC was having none of this.
Very disappointing decision. After all the deceased was the wife of the President of Pearse Og and you would think that the club members would be there to support Joe in his hour of need.
What possible reason have they for not postponing the game? Shocking decision.
Quote from: gaapunter on September 01, 2008, 03:17:12 PM
and the harps are certainly not on a par with any of the teams left in - apart from possibly clan eirann
:-*
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on September 13, 2008, 04:11:17 PM
Condolences to the Harney family.
Like to add my sympathies on the passing of Mrs Harney - May She Rest In Peace.
I can only assume that the County Board did not want to create a precedent by calling the match off, as Championship matches do not get called off for bereavements. That said, given both Clubs were in agreement, it does come across as insensitive.
Great win today for Harps. After speaking to a few of the lads in the club afterwards it was great to hear that it meant so much to them. They actually seem to enjoy playing for the team now, although i suppose that is what 2 championship wins will do for a team. If this kind of form could have been produced earlier in the year maybe we would be playing Div 1 next season. Nippy Swift was magnificent today, does anyone know was Peter McDonnell in attendance?
They got the toughest draw possible in Ireland for the semi-final, i suppose nothing will be expected of them so they have nothing to lose. With Holmes and Vernon to come back Harps have a very strong "Diamond" in the middle with Holmes, Vernon, McKinney and Swift so i would expect Harps to win the midfield battle, its the Harps forward line that will have to tell on the day. Any frees won MUST be converted, and throw in a few lucky goals who knows? ::)
Our Seniors qualified for the County semi-finals for the first time since 2004 when they had two points to spare over Mullabawn in a hard fought encounter at Cullyhanna yesterday.
Harps v Mullabawn
Harps advanced to the County semi-final for the first time since 2004, when they overcame South Armagh side Mullabawn at Cullyhanna yesterday. The match was played on a heavy pitch in cold and blustery conditions and turned into a battle of attrition as the final whistle approached. Thankfully it was the Harps, playing with great pride and determination, who pulled out all the stops to get home by two points.
For Harps supporters at the match, the day did not start well, with confirmation that the rumours of Charlie Vernon's injury were true and that he would play no part in the match. Gareth Richards came in to partner Philly McKinney at midfield.
Harps started off playing down the hill with a considerable breeze in their favour and it was clear that we were going to need a significant lead at half time if we were to take the game. However it was Mullabawn who dominated early on. Harps had an early wide before Mullabawn had two wides of their own, both from free kicks. We eventually managed the opening score with a free from Kevin Kelly but Mullabawn continued to press and had three further bad wides, and were denied a goal when Willie McSorley got a vital touch to a close range effort, at the expense of a '50'. Harps eventually began to come into the match but had two bad wides before Gerard McDonagh scored a close range point after excellent work by Nippy. Kevin Kelly kicked Harps' third point from a bad kick out and when Kevin pointed a huge free kick from sixty yards, Harps looked to be in the driving seat. Harps continued to press. Joe Quigley found space inside the Mullabawn defence, and beat several defenders on a brilliant run, before being denied a goal by an excellent point blank save from the opposition keeper. Not only was this an important save, but Mullabawn were able to counterattack and score their opening point at the other end. They then followed this up with a terrible miss from a close in free and were made to pay when Kevin Kelly added a point for Harps from a free. As time run out Harps had two further wides before Kevin Kelly pointed another free to give Harps a five point lead, but Mullabawn managed the last score of the half with a point from a close in free that had been moved up for needless back chat to the referee.
Half time, Harps 0-06, Mullabawn 0-02.
There was concern amongst the Harps support as to whether a four point advantage would be enough to win the game, and these concerns were reinforced when Mullabawn opened the second half scoring with an excellent point from their number ten, that brought a huge roar of anticipation from their supporters. However to their credit, the lads dug deep, and after Joe Quigley had a wide from play, he quickly added a point from a thirty yard free. Mullabawn then replied with a wide from a scoreable free as scores proved to be at a premium. Ebby Toal then came into our attack for Sean Morrison who had received a yellow card for a late tackle. Harps though appeared to have weathered the storm when suddenly disaster struck. Our defence was caught sleeping as Mullabawn to a quick line ball to their number thirty. He raced in on the angle towards goal and crashed a brilliant left footed shot across Willie McSorley and into the far corner, to suddenly leave a point between the sides. Harps were stunned by this set back and when Mullabawn kicked the equaliser from play and took the lead for the first time with a point from a free, the game looked up for the Harps. However to their eternal credit, they rallied and midfielder Philly McKinney raced through the Mullabawn defence to kick a brilliant equalising point. Declan Coulter came in for Gerard McDonagh in the attack, although the odds were still stacked against the Harps. Mullabawn regained the lead with another point from a free. Harps though replied with a free from Kevin Kelly after Kevin himself had brilliantly won possession despite being outnumbered. The game was now on a knife edge and was end to end stuff. Both side swapped wides before the Mullabawn corner forward had a shot from out on the line that headed for the posts. As the crowd held their breath, both umpires consulted and then waved the effort wide. Harps again went into the attack and when Joe Quigley was fouled, he dusted himself off and pointed the free to give the Harps the lead with time running out. Play was still end to end and when Harps made one more attack up the right wing, Kevin Kelly was again fouled and Kevin himself stepped up to give Harps a two point cushion. Tempers did boil over a bit towards the end, and a player from each side was sent off. However Harps kept their eyes firmly on the task at hand and held out for an excellent victory.
Final score, Harps 0-11, Mullabawn 1-06.
Any Championship win is a good win, but the victory yesterday was particularly pleasing when one considers the players that we were missing. The loss of Collie Holmes, along with other long term casualties, was bad enough, but the injury suffered by Charlie Vernon at training on Friday night was a body blow. Not only did Harps respond magnificently to that, but events on the pitch served to put Harps on more than one occasion, at the brink of a Championship exit and yet again players and management responded to the challenge.
This was an excellent overall team performance and every single player played his part in contributing to the victory. However the efforts of Martin Gill, Kevin Kelly, Martin McCoy, Philly McKinney, Neil McArdle and man of the match Nippy Swift are particularly deserving of mention. The Harps lined out as follows. Willie McSorley, Chuckie Morris, Martin Gill, Mark McConville, Jungle McKee, Martin McCoy, Neil McArdle, Philly McKinney 0-1, Gareth Richards, Minnie Holmes, Nippy Swift, Gerard McDonagh 0-1 (Declan Coulter), Kevin Kelly 0-7 (0-6 frees), Sean Morrison (Ebby Toal) and Joe Quigley 0-2 (0-2 frees).
Quote from: gaapunter on September 01, 2008, 01:50:56 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 01, 2008, 01:25:39 PM
Have to say Maddog that outside of Cross there would be no-one to fear. The team played well in patches the other night - it's just a pity that we're probably going to be without Collie Holmes for another round at least. He would be a big addition. Still - any win is a good win! :)
I am sure the remaining 7 teams in the SFC will be shit scared to meet the harps :o- I hope we get them walk over - They are still a truly awful team- But at least you got to play a division 2 team to warm up for the long season in division 2 next year
;D
Great win yesterday, its been years since we have seen that sort of grit and determination
looking forward to giving cross a good lash now... who knows! Could be a harp/ogs final
Quote from: Armagh Exile on September 13, 2008, 05:49:40 PM
Quote from: pintsofguinness on September 13, 2008, 03:14:05 PM
Quote from: fcuksake on September 13, 2008, 03:08:48 PM
Cant believe the county board wouldnt call off the Ogs game, i thought it was a certainty to be called off with Peggy's husband the club President, yet clubs can call league games off because a club member (and i dont mean an active member/committee personnel) has died....
RIP Peggy. I know the Harney Brothers well and they have gave a lot to the club down through the years...
That's unbelievable and extremely bad form from the county board.
RIP
I asked a member of the County Board this morning and he told me that he knew nothing about this - what he termed at reasonable request for a postponement - and said the decision would have been made by members of the Competitions Control Committee.
He rang me back later to tell me that the request for a postponement was indeed refused by the CCC. His information was that both clubs were in agreement to postpone the game until Tuesday night and play it under lights but the CCC was having none of this.
Very disappointing decision. After all the deceased was the wife of the President of Pearse Og and you would think that the club members would be there to support Joe in his hour of need.
I hope that the CCC will allow the teams to observe a 'Minute's Silence' as a mark of respect to the entire Harney family and the Pearse Og club prior to their game.
May Peggy Harney's soul rest in peace.
Sad to hear that was the option taken
RIP
Well done to the lads yesterday.......restored faith in a lot of people yesterday simply by not lying down......more of the same please against Cross.
Good luck lads against the Cross they are not half bad :o and then again the clans are shite ;) The harps will have more pace all over the pitch and will trouble the cross more (I shouldn't really say this because i am the kiss of death :D ) good luck anyway
Well done to the Harps on Sunday. Thought Swift and McCoy were Excellent.
winsam
I know Cross are a different class. to be honest they would give most of the county teams in the country a run for their money. their whole professional attitude is why they are so far ahead not only of teams in Armagh but ulster. I know the harps will be up against it big time. Like yourselves we have nothing to lose, but the manner in which they beat yous sent a warning to the rest of the teams. Cross are capable of destroying any side, and unfortunately for Clans Sunday was that day. Hopefully they leave their shooting boots behind when they take the field against the Harps.
Cross are strong around the middle/Diamond area. I feel this is probably the Harps strongest area whith Swift, Vernon Holmes & McKinney. If we can come on tops in that sector and prevent Cross from gettin the ball into their leathal forwards we have a slight chance. but in saying that the Harps cannot afford to miss any scoreable chances.
As I say, we have nothing to lose and the rest of the county will be expecting us to get hammered, but you never know......
Congrats again to the players on Sunday..
Great win for the Minors today across the City. 2-11 to 1-06. Got the text from bennydorano - anyone with any details?
All the best to the Harps in the semi-final. Believe from throw-in until the final whistle. The Cross men are just that, men. Fight for every last ball and keep your focus, whether ahead, behind or level. C'mon Harps.
Some Gala Night tickets have become available, spread the word to anyone who may be interested. Contact any committee member or the Social Club for details.
Quote from: fcuksake on September 16, 2008, 08:51:11 AM
Well done to the Harps on Sunday. Thought Swift and McCoy were Excellent.
winsam
I know Cross are a different class. to be honest they would give most of the county teams in the country a run for their money. their whole professional attitude is why they are so far ahead not only of teams in Armagh but ulster. I know the harps will be up against it big time. Like yourselves we have nothing to lose, but the manner in which they beat yous sent a warning to the rest of the teams. Cross are capable of destroying any side, and unfortunately for Clans Sunday was that day. Hopefully they leave their shooting boots behind when they take the field against the Harps.
Cross are strong around the middle/Diamond area. I feel this is probably the Harps strongest area whith Swift, Vernon Holmes & McKinney. If we can come on tops in that sector and prevent Cross from gettin the ball into their leathal forwards we have a slight chance. but in saying that the Harps cannot afford to miss any scoreable chances.
As I say, we have nothing to lose and the rest of the county will be expecting us to get hammered, but you never know......
Congrats again to the players on Sunday..
Ihave seen the Harps probably as much as I have seen ourselves this year (which is not a lot ) and McKinney has always impressed me, what is the story age? County experience? etc etc
32/33
Quote from: corn02 on September 24, 2008, 02:41:17 PM
Ihave seen the Harps probably as much as I have seen ourselves this year (which is not a lot ) and McKinney has always impressed me, what is the story age? County experience? etc etc
I think Philly did get a run for the County in recent years during the McKenna Cup, and if memory serves me well suffered a bad hand injury that left him sidelined for a while. I think he was asked on to the panel / asked to go for a trial by Peter McDonnell but declined, choosing instead to concentrate on the Club rather than wasting away in the County Squad.
Philly is a great athlete and a gentleman to boot, and is currently playing some of the best football of his career for us, IMHO.
Lads I know your nerves will be shot the night before the county final worrying about the Ogs but here is a way to calm them. You can read about the tragedy and the Gearld Fearon appeal at www.gfmemorialday.com. I am sure youhave read about it in the news over the last two years. A lot more names to be added that I will update, anyone likely to head?
In case you cant see the writing it is Armagh v An allstar select managed by Joe Kernan and Mickey Harte:
Ref:Pat McEnaney
Players: include : Kierna McGeeney, Conor Mortimer, Graham Geraghty, Paddy Bradley, Seanie Johnston, Paul Barden, Karol Mannion, Eamon O'Hara, Ross Munnelly, Brian Dooher, BRyan Cullen, Marty McGrath.
Saturday, October 18th. Dromintee.
Golden Oldies too - names to be revealed.
C'mon the Harps. Now would be a good time for the greatest victory in club history. Cross are the business but the Harps will know they can be beat, the Ogs have had them on the rack a couple of times in the championship, and dromintee should have beaten them a few times as well.
If the harps will midfield and can get quality ball into the forwards they just might cause an upset the likes of which has never ben seen before in Armagh football.
I have 50 quid on with my brother that the Harps hold them to eight points or less.
I have no doubt that you will have 50 to spend. I can't see Cross winning by 8, then again I would have said that before Clans.
Stew get your brother to take a wee trip to the Credit Union and I'll have some of that.... ;)
Quote from: corn02 on September 29, 2008, 09:10:35 AM
I have no doubt that you will have 50 to spend. I can't see Cross winning by 8, then again I would have said that before Clans.
He seems to think that Cross will win by at least ten points, I know they are a powerful side and all but ffs ten points??????
Anything can happen, the harps could play the game of their lives, Cross could have an off day with a couple of men sent off and the ref might throw an odd free or two the way of the harps.
I have them winning in my heart, the head says different but I cant help hoping.
I am meeting the brother in Florida in two weeks or so, i will happily collect my winnings then and buy myself a ticket to a orlando magic game. I have the money already spent.
:)
Harps v St Patricks
Our Minors made it back to the County Final for the first time in five years when they overcame County Champions St Patricks in Ballymacnab this afternoon, after a close and hard fought contest played in torrential rain throughout.
Harps started off attacking the dressing room goals but it was St Pats who grabbed the early initiative, but were denied a certain goal by a brilliant save from Harps' keeper Jarlath Goliski. St Pats followed up with a wide from play. Play was generally scrappy, given the conditions, with defences on top. Harps had a wide from a free before Conor 'Coco' Coulter scored a brilliant point with what seemed like a lost cause. St Pats returned to the attack and were denied by some great defensive play from John Vernon and Mark McCoy. St Pats did open their account although this was cancelled out by a long range Deccie McKenna point that bounced over the bar. St Pats began to dominate though and rattled over the next three points. However disaster struck for Harps when a needless free was conceded. The high ball into the square broke to an inrushing forward who volleyed to the net. Now five points in arrears, to their absolute credit the Harps responded magnificently. An effort for a point came back off the post and St Pats fouled Liam McKenna who had collected the rebound. Coco Coulter made no mistake with a point from the free. Harps had two bad wides before Deccie McKenna added two points through a free and a brilliant effort with the outside of the boot. As half time approached, St Pats returned to the attack, but were denied by some great defensive play by Shane Donnelly.
Half time, Harps 0-05, St Patricks 1-04.
Harps remained dominant as the second half started. Harps had a wide from a free before Coco pointed a close in free after the Harps forwards had turned over possession. Harps kept pressing. Great interplay between Paddy McCoy and Ethan Reilly saw a high centre get knocked down by full forward Jack Wilson into the path of Coco Coulter and he finished brilliantly to the net. To be fair to St Pats, they responded in great fashion and knocked over back to back points within minutes of conceding the goal. They had a wide before they managed to retake the lead with a point from a free that was moved up for stupid back chat to the ref. Once again though Harps dug in and scored an equaliser through another Coco Coulter free kick. Harps maintained the pressure and when a ball broke in the large parallelogram, Jack Wilson expertly finished to the net for a vital score. St Pats again struck back with two excellent points t leave the minimum between the sides. However Harps again stretched their lead with a point from a Coulter free. As the game went into injury time, the Harps supporters were desperate for the final whistle. This desperation increased when St Pats again pointed a close in free. St Pats came looking for the equaliser but the Harps defence held firm, and when Harps broke out, we won a free that was pointed by Coulter, to seal a brilliant two point victory.
Full time, Harps 2-08, St Patricks 1-09.
This was a great team victory for the Harps, built on guts and determination, and was a great way to start off a very big week-end. Congratulations to the management team of Bronco Breen, Onion McCreadie, Joe Darragh and Paul McKenna.
Brilliant result for the minors today considering that it was not the result the ref had in mind! Can't wait for the senior game tomorrow, dreaming of two county finals.
QuoteBrilliant result for the minors today considering that it was not the result the ref had in mind!
Complete nonsense.
Congrats to the Minors today.... ;D ;D.
Excellent game today, Credit to both sides for serving up an entertaining game despite the horrid conditions.
I didnt think the Ref was too bad.
Big day 2moro, Good luck to the lads. If you give 100% Ye can do no more, and maybe with a lucky break going our way.....who knows....who knows....
Harps by 1...... ???
congratulations to the minors a great result ;D. oh and the ref was a plank !
I thought the ref had a good game, i think most Harpsmens arguments contrary to this would be that he somehow managed to pull 5 minutes of injury time from somewhere, and when Cullyhana got it back to a point 4 minutes into injury time he blew the keeper up for taking too long with the kick out and gave a hop ball. Now i don't think there would have been too many people there today who would have been surprised had he awarded a free-in after the hop ball. Up until this uncalled for injury time i thought he had a decent enough game
Quote from: nashville on October 04, 2008, 11:19:05 PM
I thought the ref had a good game, i think most Harpsmens arguments contrary to this would be that he somehow managed to pull 5 minutes of injury time from somewhere, and when Cullyhana got it back to a point 4 minutes into injury time he blew the keeper up for taking too long with the kick out and gave a hop ball. Now i don't think there would have been too many people there today who would have been surprised had he awarded a free-in after the hop ball. Up until this uncalled for injury time i thought he had a decent enough game
I thought the throw-in for time wasting was pretty blatant tbh. He blew the whistle to signal for the kick out and within 2 seconds blew again for time-wasting. It was madness. Agreed, he did do a good job for 90% of the game, but his decisions in injury time onwards were infuriating. It looked liked he was trying to rob us! Having said that, through to the final so i'll get over it.
Anyone know if any radio station is carrying the mach live today?
it's on that fivefm
Quote from: thewingedlady on October 05, 2008, 01:02:52 AM
Quote from: nashville on October 04, 2008, 11:19:05 PM
I thought the ref had a good game, i think most Harpsmens arguments contrary to this would be that he somehow managed to pull 5 minutes of injury time from somewhere, and when Cullyhana got it back to a point 4 minutes into injury time he blew the keeper up for taking too long with the kick out and gave a hop ball. Now i don't think there would have been too many people there today who would have been surprised had he awarded a free-in after the hop ball. Up until this uncalled for injury time i thought he had a decent enough game
I thought the throw-in for time wasting was pretty blatant tbh. He blew the whistle to signal for the kick out and within 2 seconds blew again for time-wasting. It was madness. Agreed, he did do a good job for 90% of the game, but his decisions in injury time onwards were infuriating. It looked liked he was trying to rob us! Having said that, through to the final so i'll get over it.
Have to say I thought the ref had a good game yesterday in very difficult conditions. He played a good bit of injury time which was justified to be honest as there were a number of fellas who went down through the second half needing treatment.
Finally for now, best of luck to Stumps, Toots, Legs, John and the whole squad for today's big game. Give it your best shot lads and we can ask no more!
Congrats to the minors don't think they were given much of a chance this year, hopefuly the seniors get a similar result.
Seniors defeated today by Rangers by 1-13 to 1-10. I don't have time to put up a report - as my route takes me to the Harps Club shortly - but suffice to say that the team played with great heart and spirit and almost pulled the game out of the fire at the death. Joe Quigley's fourteen yard free beat the defenders and crossed the line. However the ref, generous to a fault, had blown the game after Joe had made contact but before the ball crossed the line. ::)
This is a match that we will look back on as being a missed opportunity, but thanks are due to the whole squad and management for the manner of their performance and for the pride and determination shown which nearly pullled off a major shock.
If the harps played like this every week they would be right up there at the top of the legue instead of getting effin relegated.
I won fifty quid but I would much rather have handed it over if the harps could have won.
It sounds as if the result was in before the ball was thrown in, do Cross have that kind of pull in Armagh?????
Firstly i was devastated not to get to our biggest match in years. Il not comment on the game, but i know there is a dvd of the game and would love to get a look at it, pm me if anyone knows were i can get it. Also great win for the minors, lets hope they can take the title home.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 05, 2008, 06:50:05 PM
Seniors defeated today by Rangers by 1-13 to 1-10. I don't have time to put up a report - as my route takes me to the Harps Club shortly - but suffice to say that the team played with great heart and spirit and almost pulled the game out of the fire at the death. Joe Quigley's fourteen yard free beat the defenders and crossed the line. However the ref, generous to a fault, had blown the game after Joe had made contact but before the ball crossed the line. ::)
This is a match that we will look back on as being a missed opportunity, but thanks are due to the whole squad and management for the manner of their performance and for the pride and determination shown which nearly pullled off a major shock.
Good to hear there is still fire in the belly after a tough year. Unlucky with the result though. Hopefully that performance will be built on, promotion next year and a real crack at the championship with a team thats in a winning groove.
Plenty of positives for next season, this year we bedded in 2 fine young defenders in Mark McConville and Marty McCoy. We have one of the best MF diamonds in the county, a very potent FF line hopefully we can add to that forward line next season. We should also have Peadar back.
Quote from: bennydorano on October 06, 2008, 03:37:29 PM
Plenty of positives for next season, this year we bedded in 2 fine young defenders in Mark McConville and Marty McCoy. We have one of the best MF diamonds in the county, a very potent FF line hopefully we can add to that forward line next season. We should also have Peadar back.
Is McCoy a mazzie or a flea?
Mazzie/Massey
Quote from: thewingedlady on October 05, 2008, 01:02:52 AM
Quote from: nashville on October 04, 2008, 11:19:05 PM
I thought the ref had a good game, i think most Harpsmens arguments contrary to this would be that he somehow managed to pull 5 minutes of injury time from somewhere, and when Cullyhana got it back to a point 4 minutes into injury time he blew the keeper up for taking too long with the kick out and gave a hop ball. Now i don't think there would have been too many people there today who would have been surprised had he awarded a free-in after the hop ball. Up until this uncalled for injury time i thought he had a decent enough game
I thought the throw-in for time wasting was pretty blatant tbh. He blew the whistle to signal for the kick out and within 2 seconds blew again for time-wasting. It was madness. Agreed, he did do a good job for 90% of the game, but his decisions in injury time onwards were infuriating. It looked liked he was trying to rob us! Having said that, through to the final so i'll get over it.
I can see why Harps were infuriated with the hop ball but if Harps had been a point down I think its a fair guess that the goalie would already have had the ball kicked out by the time he blew for the throw up. I thought he did well in difficult conditions although there's always a few decisions where he'll make mistakes. The vast majority of injury time (4 or 5 of the 6 he played) was justified as there were a number of stoppages and certainly the ref was well entitled to still be playing by the time of the hop ball.
A report of yesterday's game has been added to the Harps website. Click on the link below.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=44&cntnt01returnid=37
Quote from: bennydorano on October 06, 2008, 06:58:26 PM
Mazzie/Massey
He must be a good un then. mazzie and flea were powerful footballers. i think I saw that kid play underage football two years ago wheni was home and he was one of the best players on the pitch that day.
Quote from: stew on October 06, 2008, 10:49:27 PM
Quote from: bennydorano on October 06, 2008, 06:58:26 PM
Mazzie/Massey
He must be a good un then. mazzie and flea were powerful footballers. i think I saw that kid play underage football two years ago wheni was home and he was one of the best players on the pitch that day.
Flea's young fella had a stormer at full back for the minors on Saturday as well Stew. His cousin - Shane Donnelly - also played well at corner back. It's in the genes!
Rufus, Whats the story with the Gala in November. Any word on the itinerary?
If its the same Flea(Declan Mc Coy) he had two nephews playing for cullyhanna as well. Good luck to the harps in the final. I remember seeing the same two teams play each other in the county feile final about 4 years ago. Tight match as well.
Quote from: BerfArmagh on October 07, 2008, 11:46:49 AM
Rufus, Whats the story with the Gala in November. Any word on the itinerary?
Sorry Berfa - can't help you - the organising committee have promised a great evening with surprises in store, but are very secretive at the moment about their plans!
Good luck to the minors on Sunday...brings back happy memories.....beating Cross in 1985 ;)
Quote from: Diet Coke on October 16, 2008, 09:07:38 PM
Good luck to the minors on Sunday...brings back happy memories.....beating Cross in 1985 ;)
Could be a good omen that... Ogs won the senior that year too! What odds on it happening again?
Best of luck to our boys on sunday ;D
Quote from: BerfArmagh on October 17, 2008, 12:13:40 PM
Best of luck to our boys on sunday ;D
Hear hear! All the best to Bronco and the management team and all the squad! Take her home lads. 8)
good luck on Sunday lads
unreal performance today from the minors. completely blew cross out of the water. i've never seen such a convincing all-round performance and annihilation in the minor final like that ever and to think that team loses only 2 lads for next year is scary !!
well done to all
Well done to the Harps. It is not often that Cross are blown out of the water and that is what happened today. Thankfully from our point of view the main attraction was ours in the end up but this is a fantastic achievement for the Harps. I hope that the club can now build on this and keep this team together and not let it fall by the wayside the way some of the underage teams in Harps have.
Once again a mighty comhghairdeas and enjoy yourselves,and best of luck in the St Paul's Tournament. You can never bring enough Ulsters back to Armagh!
Congrats to a great team performance.....especially harps no 11 well done and don't let it be your last honour ith Harps.
Quote from: brokencrossbar1 on October 19, 2008, 07:28:03 PM
Well done to the Harps. It is not often that Cross are blown out of the water and that is what happened today. Thankfully from our point of view the main attraction was ours in the end up but this is a fantastic achievement for the Harps. I hope that the club can now build on this and keep this team together and not let it fall by the wayside the way some of the underage teams in Harps have.
Once again a mighty comhghairdeas and enjoy yourselves,and best of luck in the St Paul's Tournament. You can never bring enough Ulsters back to Armagh!
Thanks for that BC - they are generous words and much appreciated.
Congratulations to Bronco and his management team - as young Coulter said in his victory speech - that position was seen as a poison chalice at the start of the year, so fair play to the management team. Didn't get to take details for any sort of report as I was late in >:(, but by the time I arrived we were 5-0 to the good. We got to 7-2 and then scored a brilliant goal with a length of the field move, and continued to dominate. We were awarded a generous enough penalty which the half nearly up, but the Rangers keeper made an excellent save, turning the shot onto the post. However with time almost up we scored our second goal with a left foot lob to the net. Leading 2-11 to 0-02 at the interval Harps were now paying up the hill and into the wind and effectively sealed the game with a quick 1-1. From there to the end play was relatively scrappy with Rangers to be fair never giving up, but being denied any chance of goals by some great defensive play. Final score 3-15 to 0-05.
That victory today was an absolutely tremendous lift for the Club, and was badly needed as we have struggled for silverware of late on the pitch.
That win extends Harps lead at the top of the minor roll of honour, and with all but two of the team minors next year, then hopefully further success might be in the offing! 8)
Well done today, was a great victory and at least somebody beat Cross today
Brilliant Brilliant Brilliant, well done to the minor team in producing a sensational performance. A great victory... theres hope for the future ;D
Congrats to Cross. What a club!
Brokencrossbar could you post the 13 winning captains please?
Awesome performance from the minors, congratulations to all involved.
AGM will be held on Tuesday 2nd December at 7.30pm.
Should be good... ;)
GERRY FROM DERRY
I have put the captains on the Armagh club football and hurling thread.
A bit late but well done to the minors on Sunday, an awesome performance and I will look forward to the trip to the north pole(st pauls) for the ulsters.
Just to add a little note, 5 of the winning team will be playing the county minor hurling final this Saturday with Coco as captain once again. Support will be welcome to see the lads attempt the double.
best of luck spirit with hurling im sure the 5 boys will bust themselves to achieve the double after seeing the attitude they displayed sunday past,wouldn't think to many players had the chance to captain cty minor football and hurling champions in the same year,great opportunity for coco and the rest of the lads,all the best to them.
Cheers root, great opportunity for coco alright, I actually captained the two teams in the same year myself but did get to any finals :'(. see you there then. :)
Congrats to the minors on a fantastic performance. A great all round team effort.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on October 23, 2008, 03:53:48 PM
Congrats to the minors on a fantastic performance. A great all round team effort.
So there is hope in the minors coming through and pulling the harps out of Divison 2 then- There you are Rufus
Quote from: Candyman on October 22, 2008, 12:15:50 PM
Should be good... ;)
hope to see you at the agm candyman!!!!!!
Oh i'll be there... have been for the last number of years!!! ;)
Well lads, anytruth in the rumour that Collie Holmes is transferring back to the Moy? Heard it a few times & it was talked about in the local paper.
If you listen to all you hear... you'll eat all you see!!! ;)
Quote from: gaapunter on October 23, 2008, 04:04:50 PM
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on October 23, 2008, 03:53:48 PM
Congrats to the minors on a fantastic performance. A great all round team effort.
So there is hope in the minors coming through and pulling the harps out of Divison 2 then- There you are Rufus
Welcome back! Only recovered from that mauling today?
spirit what time is the game at on saturday,and is it defo gaelic field?
Short report of Sunday's match has been added to the website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=47&cntnt01returnid=37
Launching Saturday night in the club. Reeally looking forward myself it'll be nice to see a full history of the club in the print. Much kudos to Phil McGinn.
Quote from: drici on October 23, 2008, 10:45:06 PM
Any more word on when the book will be out?
Would you be able to get down drici? I left an invite out to PD a couple of weeks ago. This could be a wonder night! :)
Sorry for the delay drici - pm returned.
Now - IT'S PARTY TIME!! 8)
excellent night rufus ;Dim sure you and paps were delighted,made me proud to be a na clairsigh man,roll on the gala ;Dnow to start reading the history
Quote from: rootthemout on October 26, 2008, 10:17:02 AM
excellent night rufus ;D im sure you and paps were delighted,made me proud to be a na clairsigh man,roll on the gala ;D now to start reading the history
What a great night for Na Clairsigh Ard Mhacha. As you say Rootthemout, made me proud to be a Harps man.
Got a ton of photos which I'll put on a disk and send on to Yorkie - hopefully get them up on the website. Great to see the Club packed with so many greats!
Had a quick flick through the new book for a half hour or so yesterday afternoon, looks like a good read. Congratulations to Rufus Snr and all those involved.
Book is now available for sale from the social club.
Quote from: rootthemout on October 26, 2008, 10:17:02 AM
excellent night rufus ;Dim sure you and paps were delighted,made me proud to be a na clairsigh man,roll on the gala ;Dnow to start reading the history
[/quote well done to phill and the book committee on a great night.]
Rufus, Great night in the social club saturday night. The book is absolutley fantastic. I started reading it last night, & am blown away by some of the facts already. Kudos to Phil, an absolutely brilliant achievement.
Peter Mc Donnell spoke very well, makes ye proud to be a harps man
Looking forward to the Gala more than ever now.
Berf ;D
Armagh Harps GFC and Author Phil McGinn
Invite you to the signing of his Book
" Armagh Harps GFC – 120 Years"
In Armagh Harps Social Club 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm
Thursday 30th October, 2008
Book looks well lads, Phil McGinn post on here? Best of luck with it.
Quote from: corn02 on October 30, 2008, 12:47:13 AM
Book looks well lads, Phil McGinn post on here? Best of luck with it.
Corn, as Mackers posted above:
Congratulations to Rufus Snr and all those involved.
Quote from: Smokin Joe on October 30, 2008, 08:36:51 PM
Quote from: corn02 on October 30, 2008, 12:47:13 AM
Book looks well lads, Phil McGinn post on here? Best of luck with it.
Corn, as Mackers posted above:
Congratulations to Rufus Snr and all those involved.
Ah yes so I hear, congrats to all.
Thanks for that Corn. ;)
The book signing was last night in the Club and I'm delighted to say that there was a big crowd who came down across the two hours.
Book selling well and plenty of positive feedback already in! ;D
Rufus
Great to see the book is ready and I will purchase one when at home xmas to help further educate the Milanese on the unique game.Mind you Italians will not be happy to hear that there is a controversial 1987 bias against bronzed legged substitutes who are only allowed to warm the bench and touchline........never to get on. >:(
Rufus tell Rufus senior, congratulazioni, he deserves all the positive feedback that will come his way,and I might catch up with you this xmas for a decent pint.
Keep me a signed copy aside 8)
What about you Raff? Long time no hear!! Great to know you might be paying a visit this Christmas!! Hope everyone keeping well in Milan.
:D :D That made me laugh thinking about that 'substitute appearance' against Rangers in the County semi-final in '87!
What was it Cillian Shortt said. 'Watch him - just watch him!!' :D
The stuff of legend! Signed copy being kept aside for you! ;)
Good Man Rufus.....I think that Harps football match was straight after the famous Greek holiday "Bourne identity " jeep chase with the dodgy Bond girls in the leading jeep with us, driven by some estranged Portadown convict.
Anyway see you xmas.Have to return promptly in Jan to meet Mrs Posh and Mr Becks, to give them fashion advice on how to make it in Milan.
So rufus, any update on the sequence of events for saturday night? Will Nicky Brennan be attending?
Quote from: BerfArmagh on November 10, 2008, 10:59:08 AM
So rufus, any update on the sequence of events for saturday night? Will Nicky Brennan be attending?
Great line up of distinguished guests appearing Berfa - promises to be a wonder night! 8)
Just a couple of other points to make.
The book continues to sell well and I believe is being snapped up as presents for Chrimbo! Was questioned by a number of people about it leaving Mass on Sunday, and indeed was stopped in McAnerneys by Eugene Campbell of the Pearse Og, who gave me an eye witness account of the save made by George Nixon with his knees in the streets league in 1946, and described in the book! ;D
This Wednesday night, the book launch is being marked by Mayor Noel Sheridan and invited guests ( 8)) at a reception in the Palace Demesne!
Saturday night is of course the much anticipated Gala Evening.
Two other dates to note .
The Mass for deceased members will be held in St Malchy's Chapel on Tuesday 25th November at 7.30 pm.
Our AGM is then a week later, on Tuesday 2nd December in the Social Club. Nominations should be made as soon as possible.
Most people on this thread going to the Gala? Should be a top night! Are the minors going?
Heading. Minors got freebies and are among the 'Guests of Honour'.
Just a quick line to say what a great nite the Gala was and well done to all those involved :)
Powerful night, congrats to all those invovled in the Gala committee and especially John McConville. Noticed Jarlath had 'borrowed' at least 2 stories of the GAAboard for his speech - which was excellent btw.
Sore heads?
What were the stories?
Fair play, those galas are quite a risk, glad it paid off.
what a night,congratulations to all involved. great to see rootthemout & saynothing buying a few drinks!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: corn02 on November 17, 2008, 04:14:33 PM
Sore heads?
What were the stories?
Fair play, those galas are quite a risk, glad it paid off.
One was the 2 galway clubs that formed a senior team and at the AGM a local priest got up and spoke about working together etc.. and the chairman said thanks for that father but that's the sort of shite that sickens my hole, I cant recall the other one, but defo 2.
Jarlath also had high praise for Stumpy when reflecting on Stumps's skillful playing career! :D Also said about how difficult it was to get past Dominic Clarke at full back for the Harps, and on the rare occasions that happened, then you had Dom's older brother, Big Paul, doing umpire! :D :D I can't complain - both Dom and Paul looked after me on many of those occasions!!
Have to say, what an absolutely brilliant, brilliant night - fair play to Tootsie McConville and the rest of the organising committee - it's becoming a cliche, but never more apt - what a night for NaClairsigh, Ard Mhacha. There were some legends past and present at the occasion! Absolutely tremendous! Gives a real feel good factor around the Club!! 8)
Congratulations Rufus, it is a fine achievement, and one which is badly needed in our place, hmmmm, now that's an idea!
BTW, the fecker Paul Clarke was the worst hoor of an umpire. I recall once or twice having a "conversation" with him and Dominic ;D The best I ever saw was a league game in Abbey Park, Paul was you umpire at the Club end and Martin"Jimmy" Trainor was our umpire. I swore that at one stage the two were going to go at each other!
Quote from: brokencrossbar1 on November 17, 2008, 10:20:49 PM
Congratulations Rufus, it is a fine achievement, and one which is badly needed in our place, hmmmm, now that's an idea!
BTW, the fecker Paul Clarke was the worst hoor of an umpire. I recall once or twice having a "conversation" with him and Dominic ;D The best I ever saw was a league game in Abbey Park, Paul was you umpire at the Club end and Martin"Jimmy" Trainor was our umpire. I swore that at one stage the two were going to go at each other!
Cheers BC!
Your and my careers barely crossed, but I do remember playing Rangers early in the league in 1996 on a pitch that was water logged after incessant rain. There was a high ball went into the goalmouth and Paul Hearty let it slip through his hands and then dived back to try and get it before it crossed the line. Big Paul immediately reached for the green flag - Hearty responded with something to the effect of 'That didn't cross the
fu$%ing line!' to which Big Paul responded (mid wave of the flag), 'You take a reddner Benny - you dropped it!' ;D
The best of it was that Big Paul used to claim those goals for himself!!
I think I recall that game. We barely had 15 that day due to weddings etc. We had to go and pick Paddy McKeown out of the pub after he had about 5-6 pints. It was his first start and I think he was marking Gola. He took Gola to the cleaners that day, and was physically sick at least twice during the game!!!
Never mind that youse bennys, he still went on to umpire a final in Croke Park ;)
I got an from uncle sean who said the night was a great success, given the time difference between London and Green Bay and the fact we were at a wedding I was hammered at the time I got his email and cant remember if he was actually there or not.
I want one of them books Rufus, i will have the da pick one up for me.
I am delighted it went so well, this is the only sort of thing that makes me homesick.
There's a bus going from the Social Club to the Ulster Minor Championship on Sunday 7th December at a cost of £5. Bus will leave the club at 10.30am sharp (game at 12noon in the Rossa pitch).
Who you playing Benny?
Scotstown. Could be a big ask, aside from the fact we are young, we've picked up a couple of injuries to important players - and we haven't a big panel to choose from.
Quote from: bennydorano on November 24, 2008, 12:28:09 PM
Scotstown. Could be a big ask, aside from the fact we are young, we've picked up a couple of injuries to important players - and we haven't a big panel to choose from.
Thats bad luck who are the injured players?
A gentle reminder if I may about tomorrow night's AGM - 7.30 PM in the Social Club.
Look forward to seeing you all there! ;)
I am the proud owner of a copy of Mr Mcginns book, it was signed by the author and had a nice wee inscription in it and i am dead chuffed with it.
Thanks to a certain OWC member who took the time to go down to the club to pick the copy up for me. ;D
I always thought there was some good in some of those boys. :P
Rufus, please tell your dad I deeply appreciate the copy and I am off work the next three days and I will have her read by friday night.
Stew - as always, thanks very much for you continued support from across the pond! There are a few books in the States already and a couple in Oz. Hope you enjoy it and it brings home that bit closer! Thanks to your friend for coming down!
Book going well at the minute, and Dad is signing again this evening at the St Patrick's Primary open night - hopefully the book will contiue to sell up to and beyond Christmas.
Very interesting AGM held in the Club on Tuesday night - the following officers were returned;
Chairman - John McConville
Vice Chairman - John Rath
Secretary - Colm O'Hare
Vice Secretary - Tony Kelly
Treasurer - Conor Moore
Assistant Treasurer - Martin Gill
Registrar - Art McGinn
Youth Officer - James Clifford
PRO - Phil McGinn
Committee - Brendan Powell, Paul Gribben, Aidan O'Kane, Smackers McAnaney, Ebby Toal, Paula Powell, Simon Clarke, Declan Toal, Frankie McKenna, Patsy Nugent, Paul Rath, Brenda Gill, Sean Morrison, Pearse Dynes and Paul Hart.
Anything particularly interesting rufus?
same senior management in place?
Senior Management have stepped down, GAA.
Were they just there for one year?
All the best to our Minors tomorrow at 12 noon in Belfast. Scotstown will be a tough proposition but hopefully we can do it!
Good luck to the Harpies today.
Dont think we can have too many complaints, best team on the day won. Best of luck to Scotstown, they'll be very hard to stop.
This year's Co Minor Championship came a year earlier than many people expected so there's absolutely no reason why wont be back next year and go significantly further.
Quote from: bennydorano on December 07, 2008, 04:30:41 PM
Dont think we can have too many complaints, best team on the day won. Best of luck to Scotstown, they'll be very hard to stop.
This year's Co Minor Championship came a year earlier than many people expected so there's absolutely no reason why wont be back next year and go significantly further.
Agree with all of that Benny. Think the final score was 1-13 to 1-07, and whilst I thought the margin of victory flattered Scotstown somewhat, there is no doubt they were the better team. Harps will look back on some missed chances that could have left things a lot closer as they chased a three point game in the last ten minutes. Scotstown in contrast were able to make every chance count in the second half with some great point scoring. Scotstown had some very impressive footballers their midfield was strong although the performances of full back Kieran Hughes and full forward Aaron McCarey stood out.
For Harps, the lads will no doubt be disappointed in how the year ended, but looking back there is much to be proud of. The best for us yesterday - IMHO - were Jarlath Golicki, David Fields, Karol Loughran and Patrick McCoy!
Quote from: stew on December 02, 2008, 09:40:53 PM
I am the proud owner of a copy of Mr Mcginns book, it was signed by the author and had a nice wee inscription in it and i am dead chuffed with it.
Thanks to a certain OWC member who took the time to go down to the club to pick the copy up for me. ;D
I always thought there was some good in some of those boys. :P
Rufus, please tell your dad I deeply appreciate the copy and I am off work the next three days and I will have her read by friday night.
Would like to echo what Stew said, just got the book yesterday, a fine achievement by the club and especially by Rufus senior, thanks a million for signing it.
One thing that jogged an old memory was the mention of the sports days, does anyone remember when they used to cut the hay and a match would be played in Abbey Park (long before the pitch was built). Im sure i can remember a Harps Ogs match around 78/79/80 maybe ?
New management?
Anyone know what approach is being taken e.g. Adverts?
Quote from: maddog on December 17, 2008, 09:55:05 AM
Quote from: stew on December 02, 2008, 09:40:53 PM
I am the proud owner of a copy of Mr Mcginns book, it was signed by the author and had a nice wee inscription in it and i am dead chuffed with it.
Thanks to a certain OWC member who took the time to go down to the club to pick the copy up for me. ;D
I always thought there was some good in some of those boys. :P
Rufus, please tell your dad I deeply appreciate the copy and I am off work the next three days and I will have her read by friday night.
Would like to echo what Stew said, just got the book yesterday, a fine achievement by the club and especially by Rufus senior, thanks a million for signing it.
One thing that jogged an old memory was the mention of the sports days, does anyone remember when they used to cut the hay and a match would be played in Abbey Park (long before the pitch was built). Im sure i can remember a Harps Ogs match around 78/79/80 maybe ?
Maddog - hope you enjoy it and as always, thanks very much for your continued support!
With regard to your point about Abbey Park, I definitely remember watching a Harps 'old crocks' team playing up there in the early seventies, and in my minds eye I can still see the late great Buddy McArdle running around togged out!
Will you get home for Christmas?
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on December 17, 2008, 11:52:35 PM
Quote from: maddog on December 17, 2008, 09:55:05 AM
Quote from: stew on December 02, 2008, 09:40:53 PM
I am the proud owner of a copy of Mr Mcginns book, it was signed by the author and had a nice wee inscription in it and i am dead chuffed with it.
Thanks to a certain OWC member who took the time to go down to the club to pick the copy up for me. ;D
I always thought there was some good in some of those boys. :P
Rufus, please tell your dad I deeply appreciate the copy and I am off work the next three days and I will have her read by friday night.
Would like to echo what Stew said, just got the book yesterday, a fine achievement by the club and especially by Rufus senior, thanks a million for signing it.
One thing that jogged an old memory was the mention of the sports days, does anyone remember when they used to cut the hay and a match would be played in Abbey Park (long before the pitch was built). Im sure i can remember a Harps Ogs match around 78/79/80 maybe ?
Maddog - hope you enjoy it and as always, thanks very much for your continued support!
With regard to your point about Abbey Park, I definitely remember watching a Harps 'old crocks' team playing up there in the early seventies, and in my minds eye I can still see the late great Buddy McArdle running around togged out!
Will you get home for Christmas?
Not this year, duty calls elsewhere.
Im sure i can remember a match there but early 70's id have to have some memory ;). As kids playing up there you always had to avoid the concrete holes thats the posts stood in, otherwise you'd break a leg. But im near sure the match im thinking of was part of a sports day so likely to have been a challenge match just.
Nudie Hughes ratified as the new manager.
Quote from: bennydorano on January 06, 2009, 09:10:25 AM
Nudie Hughes ratified as the new manager.
And I thought Dromintee's new manager was going to be under the spotlight.
Quote from: bennydorano on January 06, 2009, 09:10:25 AM
Nudie Hughes ratified as the new manager.
Good man Nudie, if he takes the sclap of Cross we may have to send him to the moon for a dozen years till he stops talking about that one ;D
BBC have picked up on it. Quiet room won't be quiet this year.
bingobus,will nudie do the business with us?havent heard of him with teams before but hear impressive cv,wish him and the lads the best for the season ahead
I would imagine Harps steam rolling Division 2 a lá Clans & Pearse Og when they made the drop in recent years with promotion being a formality more than anything else.
Quote from: rootthemout on January 06, 2009, 09:18:40 PM
bingobus,will nudie do the business with us?havent heard of him with teams before but hear impressive cv,wish him and the lads the best for the season ahead
Depends what you mean. Division 2 should be easily done, but as for the championship.......
I would be very suprised if we 'steamroller' Division 2. With Vernon and Holmes available maybe, but they will be missing for the majority of games I'd imagine.
Quote from: rootthemout on January 06, 2009, 09:18:40 PM
bingobus,will nudie do the business with us?havent heard of him with teams before but hear impressive cv,wish him and the lads the best for the season ahead
Nudie had a great few years with Sean McDermotts in Monaghan. Took them to senior and won the Ulster Intermediate at the time with them. Left them in senior 3/4 years ago and they are now a junior team following relegation last year. He was with one of the Louth teams St Pats or Cooley for a few years and took them to a few finals maybe but didn't win. Don't think he was with anyone the last few years. He porb wouldn't be the man for our club at present but he always seems to have an impressive impact at clubs. I would imagine 2 years would be enough under him. One thing for sure is, he's well fit to talk!!
Quote from: bennydorano on January 07, 2009, 09:18:44 AM
I would be very suprised if we 'steamroller' Division 2. With Vernon and Holmes available maybe, but they will be missing for the majority of games I'd imagine.
Swift being there will be abig boost and you have to imagine he will stand out massively in division two. Always had a soft spot for the Harps, hope they come back up.
Good luck to the new management for 2009. Lets hope everyone gets behind them and get us back to the top.
realspiritof98....im'd you there, check your messages
Quote from: corn02 on January 07, 2009, 01:59:44 PM
Quote from: bennydorano on January 07, 2009, 09:18:44 AM
I would be very suprised if we 'steamroller' Division 2. With Vernon and Holmes available maybe, but they will be missing for the majority of games I'd imagine.
Swift being there will be abig boost and you have to imagine he will stand out massively in division two. Always had a soft spot for the Harps, hope they come back up.
Thanks for that Corn!
History I'm afraid wouldn't point to Harps doing any steamrolling at all, and as Benny says the absence of Collie and Charlie are blows that we can't absorb like the other leading contenders can. Still, with a new broom in, hopefully that will give fresh impetus to the campaign. Best of luck to all.
It's that time of year again lads!!
MEMBERSHIP FEES 2009
Full/Football - £25
10 Year Full/Football - £200
Social - £15
Honorary/OAP - £0
Youth - £10
Please note that membership is now due, and can be paid to Sean Powell or any Committee member by 1st March 2009. Please note that those members who have paid by the due date will get preference for tickets for Armagh Championship games this Summer.
The posters are already up. Please get membership in as soon as possible and please pass on the word - I will be asking!
Rufus, I know I have been missing for the past twelve months but is it OK if I pay my membership fee for 2009 to that flame-haired fella from Abbey Park whose playing career was cut short by a bad back? I see him every working day and I think he can be trusted with my hard earned cash.
Well done on the book - a great read altogether and it is almost as good as the Moy's Centenary publication which is also on general sale at the moment. What I enjoyed most about the Harps book is that the aforementioned flame-haired fella is not pictured on any page, despite winning a couple of championship medals and at least one underage player of the year award. Tis great to see some well known Moy Gaels featuring prominently in your book as well!
Quote from: Redhandfan on January 12, 2009, 10:08:00 PM
Rufus, I know I have been missing for the past twelve months but is it OK if I pay my membership fee for 2009 to that flame-haired fella from Abbey Park whose playing career was cut short by a bad back? I see him every working day and I think he can be trusted with my hard earned cash.
Well done on the book - a great read altogether and it is almost as good as the Moy's Centenary publication which is also on general sale at the moment. What I enjoyed most about the Harps book is that the aforementioned flame-haired fella is not pictured on any page, despite winning a couple of championship medals and at least one underage player of the year award. Tis great to see some well known Moy Gaels featuring prominently in your book as well!
;D
You mean Tommy from Coronation Street?
Good to have you back - where the hell have you been??
Thanks for the kind words on the book by the way - I'll pass that on!
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 12, 2009, 10:40:52 PM
Quote from: Redhandfan on January 12, 2009, 10:08:00 PM
Rufus, I know I have been missing for the past twelve months but is it OK if I pay my membership fee for 2009 to that flame-haired fella from Abbey Park whose playing career was cut short by a bad back? I see him every working day and I think he can be trusted with my hard earned cash.
Well done on the book - a great read altogether and it is almost as good as the Moy's Centenary publication which is also on general sale at the moment. What I enjoyed most about the Harps book is that the aforementioned flame-haired fella is not pictured on any page, despite winning a couple of championship medals and at least one underage player of the year award. Tis great to see some well known Moy Gaels featuring prominently in your book as well!
;D
You mean Tommy from Coronation Street?
Good to have you back - where the hell have you been??
Thanks for the kind words on the book by the way - I'll pass that on!
Yep, contrary to some tabloid reports, Tommy from Coronation Street is still alive and well. That bit of a bang on the head he got while living in Weatherfield clearly didn't do him any harm. I hear he has quit the acting and is now working part-time in some office on the Cathedral Road.
As for my own whereabouts lately, I slipped and fell into the river blackwater while out for a Sunday morning stroll last January. I floated about for some twelve months before finally coming ashore just last week. Some old fella from Maghery fished me out. I hope I didn't miss anything during my time away. I presume Kerry got their three in a row and the Harps are still sitting proudly in Division One.....
Quote from: Redhandfan on January 12, 2009, 10:54:42 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on January 12, 2009, 10:40:52 PM
Quote from: Redhandfan on January 12, 2009, 10:08:00 PM
Rufus, I know I have been missing for the past twelve months but is it OK if I pay my membership fee for 2009 to that flame-haired fella from Abbey Park whose playing career was cut short by a bad back? I see him every working day and I think he can be trusted with my hard earned cash.
Well done on the book - a great read altogether and it is almost as good as the Moy's Centenary publication which is also on general sale at the moment. What I enjoyed most about the Harps book is that the aforementioned flame-haired fella is not pictured on any page, despite winning a couple of championship medals and at least one underage player of the year award. Tis great to see some well known Moy Gaels featuring prominently in your book as well!
;D
You mean Tommy from Coronation Street?
Good to have you back - where the hell have you been??
Thanks for the kind words on the book by the way - I'll pass that on!
Yep, contrary to some tabloid reports, Tommy from Coronation Street is still alive and well. That bit of a bang on the head he got while living in Weatherfield clearly didn't do him any harm. I hear he has quit the acting and is now working part-time in some office on the Cathedral Road.
As for my own whereabouts lately, I slipped and fell into the river blackwater while out for a Sunday morning stroll last January. I floated about for some twelve months before finally coming ashore just last week. Some old fella from Maghery fished me out. I hope I didn't miss anything during my time away. I presume Kerry got their three in a row and the Harps are still sitting proudly in Division One.....
I'll have to have a word with those Maghery fellas!! :P
Harps Presentation night will take place on Friday 30th January at 9pm in the social club.
Music by Autopilot
Light Supper will be served.
Congratulations to Marty Kelly, who will receive the Hall of Fame award.
Senior training is back on friday??
Also heard that a team being entered into div 4 is a possibility due to the large numbers being expected. Is this just sh**e talk or true bill. I remember it being mentioned a few seasons back but nothing ever materialized
Just finished the book, and what great read it was. All credit to Phil and his team of researchers on a detailed description of the history of our club. Got a few mentions and all.
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on January 19, 2009, 11:36:07 AM
Just finished the book, and what great read it was. All credit to Phil and his team of researchers on a detailed description of the history of our club. Got a few mentions and all.
It is a credit to all those involved, especially Phil McGinn.
I applaud the Bobby Gambles of the world, they are the bread and butter of the association and the Harps have had a lot of people volunteer their time for many years and this has really helped the club become what it is, the same can be said about clubs all over the Country and is one of the things that makes the GAA special.
well lads is there many of ye going friday night?
I'll be down Berfa - proud night for the Kelly family - very well deserved award!!
Should be a good evening!
Yeah we're looking forward to it, good oul wirte up in the locals today!
Quote from: BerfArmagh on January 28, 2009, 04:04:10 PM
Yeah we're looking forward to it, good oul wirte up in the locals today!
Good write up as well in the new Harps News Sheet along with photos!
Enjoy it tonight lads, and well done Marty, much deserved. 8)
Our Senior fixture in the Mid Armagh Cup against Madden was postponed due to the overnight snow.
Sean Doran Cup charity match on Friday 6th march Harps V Keady
is the charity game football or boxing,or is that all the same against keady ;)
Quote from: rootthemout on February 09, 2009, 05:50:03 PM
is the charity game football or boxing,or is that all the same against keady ;)
Probably a bit of both.
(//)
Pictured at the launch of the Sean Doran Memorial Cup . From left to right, Harps manager Nudie Hughes, Harps Chairman John McConville, Colum Doran, Keady Manager John Toal, Keady Chairman Willie Monaghan. Seated are Sean's wife Ann Marie & son Cathal.
Although primarily known for his exploits in boxing Sean Doran played with distinction for both Armagh Harps and Keady Dwyers. To honour his memory Harps will play Keady in Abbey Park Armagh on Friday 6th March at 7.30pm with all proceeds going to Marie Curie Cancer Care.
See we made clubcall today in the Irish News - P55. Thanks to Paul Jordan for giving up his Tuesday night to come to Keady to do the photography for us.
Armagh Mid Board Cup FINAL
Sunday 1st March
Harps V. (Granemore v. Ballymacnab)
Venue: Mullabrack @ 12.30pm
Ref: Jim Slevin
what time is the Sean Doran Cup charity match on Friday at?
Friday 6th March at 7.30pm
Harps v Nab Mid Board Cup final is in the Athletic Grounds, Wed 11th at 7.30pm.
Sean Doran Memorial Cup this Friday in Abbey at 7.30pm. All proceeds to Marie Cure Cancer Care.
boys wats john rath like as a trainer he started with our club last tuesday nite knows his stuff so far takes no shite either am i rite??
Just fitness? IMO any team that I've seen Stumpy take always play a good brand of direct football.
The Sean Doran game on Friday Night raised over £3,500 for Marie Cure with more still to come in.
Quote from: bennydorano on March 08, 2009, 11:03:27 AM
Just fitness? IMO any team that I've seen Stumpy take always play a good brand of direct football.
The Sean Doran game on Friday Night raised over £3,500 for Marie Cure with more still to come in.
yeah fitness and id say he will have a say in the way the team plays lookin at things at the min they need all the help they can get
Quote from: bennydorano on March 08, 2009, 11:03:27 AM
The Sean Doran game on Friday Night raised over £3,500 for Marie Cure with more still to come in.
Great effort by all those involved - well done Bennydorano and others!
Quote from: bennydorano on March 08, 2009, 11:03:27 AM
Just fitness? IMO any team that I've seen Stumpy take always play a good brand of direct football.
The Sean Doran game on Friday Night raised over £3,500 for Marie Cure with more still to come in.
[/qote] a good brand of direct football, you must be joking benny ??? ??? ???
Quote from: Legs11 on March 07, 2009, 10:27:02 PM
boys wats john rath like as a trainer he started with our club last tuesday nite knows his stuff so far takes no shite either am i rite??
You got that right, stumpy takes no shite from anybody, and I mean anybody, when he was at the ranch the ball was barely threw in when he absolutely banjoed Greg Blaney who ended up being carried off. The next year it was stumpy that was carried off but in that first game the ranch won if memory serves, and that with 14 men. Blaney would have been some loss to any side mind you, great player altogether.
As for stumpy training a team, he will do very well, he always has, the man has a passion for the game and he is commited a man as you will ever get, just don't cross him. :-[
Yes master!
Challenge match from yesterday... Mayobridge 2.14 Harps 0.13 ;) :D
From what I hear the Harps played quite well yesterday considering the team they were able to field... 18 players togged out, and realistically probably 10 or more who will only see B football once the league starts... After the performances I saw them give last week, wee bit more encouraging to hear the finger is out..
18 players togged out and 2 of the starters were playing the first full game in nearly 2 years due to injury. i don't see whats so funny O'hare
I was taking the piss, for gods sake :o :o :o
You's played quite well, we had about nine reserves staring as well, it was a good runout for both teams, and it was great to see the legend Charlie Vernon in the Bridge ;D ;D
Looking forward to the start of the new season - hopefully will bring a lot of success.
We have a new sign up at the entrance to Abbey Park - a picture of same inserted here for all Harps ex pats.
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p290/RufusTFirefly1/128.jpg)
Looks great Rufus, thought you had moved to Tora Bora given your long absence :D :D
Best of luck to the new management and team this year.
Quote from: stew on March 09, 2009, 10:32:53 PM
Quote from: Legs11 on March 07, 2009, 10:27:02 PM
boys wats john rath like as a trainer he started with our club last tuesday nite knows his stuff so far takes no shite either am i rite??
You got that right, stumpy takes no shite from anybody, and I mean anybody, when he was at the ranch the ball was barely threw in when he absolutely banjoed Greg Blaney who ended up being carried off. The next year it was stumpy that was carried off but in that first game the ranch won if memory serves, and that with 14 men. Blaney would have been some loss to any side mind you, great player altogether.
As for stumpy training a team, he will do very well, he always has, the man has a passion for the game and he is commited a man as you will ever get, just don't cross him. :-[
He managed us in school, i wouldnt rate him, atal. In saying that though, that was years ago. He could have improved! You would definatly be right about the short fuse, hes quite an intimidating figure..
Quote from: WhoAreYaWhoAreYa! on April 17, 2009, 05:57:50 PM
Quote from: stew on March 09, 2009, 10:32:53 PM
Quote from: Legs11 on March 07, 2009, 10:27:02 PM
boys wats john rath like as a trainer he started with our club last tuesday nite knows his stuff so far takes no shite either am i rite??
You got that right, stumpy takes no shite from anybody, and I mean anybody, when he was at the ranch the ball was barely threw in when he absolutely banjoed Greg Blaney who ended up being carried off. The next year it was stumpy that was carried off but in that first game the ranch won if memory serves, and that with 14 men. Blaney would have been some loss to any side mind you, great player altogether.
As for stumpy training a team, he will do very well, he always has, the man has a passion for the game and he is commited a man as you will ever get, just don't cross him. :-[
He managed us in school, i wouldnt rate him, atal. In saying that though, that was years ago. He could have improved! You would definatly be right about the short fuse, hes quite an intimidating figure..
Who is he with this year?
Quote from: Gaffer on April 17, 2009, 06:08:59 PM
Quote from: WhoAreYaWhoAreYa! on April 17, 2009, 05:57:50 PM
Quote from: stew on March 09, 2009, 10:32:53 PM
Quote from: Legs11 on March 07, 2009, 10:27:02 PM
boys wats john rath like as a trainer he started with our club last tuesday nite knows his stuff so far takes no shite either am i rite??
You got that right, stumpy takes no shite from anybody, and I mean anybody, when he was at the ranch the ball was barely threw in when he absolutely banjoed Greg Blaney who ended up being carried off. The next year it was stumpy that was carried off but in that first game the ranch won if memory serves, and that with 14 men. Blaney would have been some loss to any side mind you, great player altogether.
As for stumpy training a team, he will do very well, he always has, the man has a passion for the game and he is commited a man as you will ever get, just don't cross him. :-[
He managed us in school, i wouldnt rate him, atal. In saying that though, that was years ago. He could have improved! You would definatly be right about the short fuse, hes quite an intimidating figure..
Who is he with this year?
Silverbridge.
Our Seniors had a useful victory away to Portadown Tir na nOg this afternoon, coming through on a 1-11 to 0-10 scoreline. The match was always tight thanks mainly to some indifferent Harps shooting. However thankfully this did not impact on the result.
A report of the match can be found on our website, by clicking the following link;
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Good start to the season......whats Jungle doing in "nose bleed" territory? Seen them play well and get beaten too often last year....so a win when playing soso will do.
When I heard 3 Lennons were playing I thought Marty had made a comeback, after some expert coaching from PQ and Ned :D
Keep er lit!
What's the craic with Stumpy trying to get The Grange Feile team kicked out of the competition after they beat the Harps because one of the Grange players was a girl?
Is that not taking it a bit far?
Quote from: Lothos on April 20, 2009, 12:49:48 PM
What's the craic with Stumpy trying to get The Grange Feile team kicked out of the competition after they beat the Harps because one of the Grange players was a girl?
Is that not taking it a bit far?
I hope your joking. I really hope you are joking. :-[
Quote from: Lothos on April 20, 2009, 12:49:48 PM
What's the craic with Stumpy trying to get The Grange Feile team kicked out of the competition after they beat the Harps because one of the Grange players was a girl?
Is that not taking it a bit far?
He didn't although Harps would have been quite within our rights to do so, as Grange clearly broke the rules.
Quote from: stew on April 20, 2009, 06:40:49 PM
Quote from: Lothos on April 20, 2009, 12:49:48 PM
What's the craic with Stumpy trying to get The Grange Feile team kicked out of the competition after they beat the Harps because one of the Grange players was a girl?
Is that not taking it a bit far?
I hope your joking. I really hope you are joking. :-[
He did. I think the county board were notified but the Harps committee decided against going ahead with it as it was a bit over the top.
Quote from: bennydorano on April 20, 2009, 06:50:49 PM
Quote from: Lothos on April 20, 2009, 12:49:48 PM
What's the craic with Stumpy trying to get The Grange Feile team kicked out of the competition after they beat the Harps because one of the Grange players was a girl?
Is that not taking it a bit far?
He didn't although Harps would have been quite within our rights to do so, as Grange clearly broke the rules.
Benny would you have agreed with this? Really??
you shouldn't be complaining when a team beats you no matter what the reason is. But the mid board should be informed for because it is breaking the rules.
Harps beat ballyhegan by 13points today
Good result, keep it going.
Very comprehensive win for the Seniors today. Some very good performances throughout the field, though Nippy Swift for me was the man of the match, playing a real captain's role and notching 1-04.
A report of the match can be found in the news section of our website at the following link;
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Very good performance on sunday rufus (though Ballyhagen threw in the towel mid way through the second half) I would agree, Nippy was superb, & I think it shows the folly of the current county setup when hes not even in the panel. Young Morrison played well, likewise Charlie Vernon & young kelly up front. I like the way nudie has them playing, a lot of fluidity and support play, very effective and nice to watch...
Quote from: BerfArmagh on April 27, 2009, 04:53:00 PM
Very good performance on sunday rufus (though Ballyhagen threw in the towel mid way through the second half) I would agree, Nippy was superb, & I think it shows the folly of the current county setup when hes not even in the panel. Young Morrison played well, likewise Charlie Vernon & young kelly up front. I like the way nudie has them playing, a lot of fluidity and support play, very effective and nice to watch...
Saw you further up the stand Berfa - you appeared to have your hands full until your mum stepped in! :)
Good performance is right, although I would say Ballyhegan may find it tough going this year. The thing I like about yesterday was that there was some lovely football played - especially the first half into the wind - great movement and passing. You're right about Nippy - I think we could play both him and Peadar in the forwards in Clones on May 31st and the team would be as strong as that which will line out. The pity for us is that we are likely to lose players throughout the season for a variety of reasons - primarily county duty (Charlie and Holmesie) and younger lads heading ot the States for the Summer. I honestly feel we have a good enough first fifteen to compete at the top in Armagh - however we don't have great strength in depth, and if our better players are unavailable, then we will get found out unfortunately!
Our Senior fixture, away to Clann Eireann, has been moved to Monday night, 4th May, with a 7.00 pm throw in.
Please pass this on.
Great win for our Under 21s tonight in the Championship, beating the neighbours by a point in Ballycrummy.
More details of the game can be found on our website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Great too read that report Rufus. Any and all wins against the Ogs are more than welcome and good to see that Bronco is still managing to keep the the dark side of town quiet as he did on numerous occasions as a player. ;)
Quote from: stew on May 04, 2009, 06:59:02 PM
Great too read that report Rufus. Any and all wins against the Ogs are more than welcome and good to see that Bronco is still managing to keep the the dark side of town quiet as he did on numerous occasions as a player. ;)
El correcto Young Stew! 8)
Your Uncle Stumps was asking about you tonight at the match!
As stated elsewhere on the Board, we had a hard fought victory tonight in Lurgan, winning by the minimum of margins in an absolute shocker of a match. Still, a win's a win! :-\
A report of the game has been put up on our website;
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=64&cntnt01returnid=37 (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=64&cntnt01returnid=37)
Finally, I'm sure I speak for all Harps members and supporters when I wish Charlie Vernon Junior a full and speedy recovery after his bad injury on Sunday. Get well soon Charlie!
As you say Rufus, a win's a win and good to see them grind out the result.
Best wishes to Charlie for a speedy recovery.
Under 21 match tonight in Sarsfields at 7.
Heard Charlie not likely to play again...too high a risk....serious damage done requiring more than a plate inserted.
Terrible news for the lad. Big blow to Harps and Armagh.
Quote from: Diet Coke on May 06, 2009, 09:48:36 PM
Heard Charlie not likely to play again...too high a risk....serious damage done requiring more than a plate inserted.
Terrible news for the lad. Big blow to Harps and Armagh.
This year or for ever more amen?
Quote from: Gaffer on May 06, 2009, 11:11:34 PM
Quote from: Diet Coke on May 06, 2009, 09:48:36 PM
Heard Charlie not likely to play again...too high a risk....serious damage done requiring more than a plate inserted.
Terrible news for the lad. Big blow to Harps and Armagh.
This year or for ever more amen?
Someone posting that that is not true Diet.
Hopefully not anyway, it would take a lot more to stop a man like Charlie.
Quote from: corn02 on May 07, 2009, 12:37:08 AM
Quote from: Gaffer on May 06, 2009, 11:11:34 PM
Quote from: Diet Coke on May 06, 2009, 09:48:36 PM
Heard Charlie not likely to play again...too high a risk....serious damage done requiring more than a plate inserted.
Terrible news for the lad. Big blow to Harps and Armagh.
This year or for ever more amen?
Someone posting that that is not true Diet.
Hopefully not anyway, it would take a lot more to stop a man like Charlie.
Hope you are right but I'm only relaying what I've been told, I'd like nothing more than to see Charlie back in both Armagh and Harps colours.
Quote from: Diet Coke on May 06, 2009, 09:48:36 PM
Heard Charlie not likely to play again...too high a risk....serious damage done requiring more than a plate inserted.
Terrible news for the lad. Big blow to Harps and Armagh.
absolute 100% rubbish, whoever posted this should be ashamed of themselves.
Quote from: judas1 on May 07, 2009, 08:59:56 AM
Quote from: Diet Coke on May 06, 2009, 09:48:36 PM
Heard Charlie not likely to play again...too high a risk....serious damage done requiring more than a plate inserted.
Terrible news for the lad. Big blow to Harps and Armagh.
absolute 100% rubbish, whoever posted this should be ashamed of themselves.
Glad to be hanging my head in shame......I'll be delighted as anyone to see him back in Armagh and especially Harps colours.
I think the best option is to say no more about the matter unless they can be certain....
Anyway, what happened the u-21's lastnight.... RUFUS???
Is the senior match against the tones changed to Saturday night?
Rufus, whats the latest on Charlie?
The U21's ending up getting a right tanking, 3-15 to 3-5, but with 5 minutes to go in the first half that seemed highly unlikely. At that stage we were playing into the teeth of a strong wind and rain and looking very comfortable leading by 3 or 4 points but kicking a serious amount of wides. In the run up to HT the weather took a serious turn for the worse with lashing rain and the wind picking up, in these few minutes before HT Sarsfields playing with the elements added about 2-3. This seemed to knock the stuffing out of us a bit and this was compounded by losing 4 players in around the HT period! Ultan Lennon, Con Stevenson, Danny Raff (MF) and Mark McCoy(FB) all had to be replaced (Mark McConville did not travel to play). The second half was all Sarsfields and they coasted to victory. I think Coco contributed all bar one point of our score.
Sarsfields were worthy winners, but events did conspire against us a bit.
Events did conspire against the Harps, as you say Benny.
Again Coco looked as sharp as a tack. For a guy who has played no football since last year's minor final he has been unreal. One of his points in the first the other night I thought was sublime. He was bottled up and with a bit of trickery he was able to create enough space to get an accurate snap shot away. Will we see him n a senior jersey this year? Is there a more dangerous or gifted young forward in the county? Is it just me or does he not get the recognition he deserves? How he wasn't on the minor panel last year is outrageous.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on May 08, 2009, 12:17:29 PM
Events did conspire against the Harps, as you say Benny.
Again Coco looked as sharp as a tack. For a guy who has played no football since last year's minor final he has been unreal. One of his points in the first the other night I thought was sublime. He was bottled up and with a bit of trickery he was able to create enough space to get an accurate snap shot away. Will we see him n a senior jersey this year? Is there a more dangerous or gifted young forward in the county? Is it just me or does he not get the recognition he deserves? How he wasn't on the minor panel last year is outrageous.
I think you've answered your own question there boss!!!! Has turned up once for training....
lads what sort of team should yas expect to field 2mara night. obviously vernan out but besides that..
we've about 12 missing...
tbh thought yas maybe missing a few would ve expected yas to have disposed of clann eireann more comfortably. hopefully paul hagan one of those 12 wouldnt want him close to our goals :D
the bear must have fcuked ye outta the shaz at one stage did he.... ;)
Quote from: Candyman on May 08, 2009, 07:01:31 PM
the bear must have fcuked ye outta the shaz at one stage did he.... ;)
he was put out a few times himself never mind me lol
Is that a ploy of have we really got that many missing Candyman? Who??
As I am sure has been written elsewhere, we dropped out first league point of the season at home to Wolfe Tones on Saturday evening last, despite having led for nearly all of the match. :(
The final score was 1-09 each. A report has been put up on our website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=68&cntnt01returnid=37 (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=68&cntnt01returnid=37)
Good to see Rufus indirectly get a bit of praise in the GL today.
Quote from: corn02 on May 15, 2009, 03:23:00 PM
Good to see Rufus indirectly get a bit of praise in the GL today.
I heard we got a mention alright Corn - have to get a copy tomorrow!
I hear we got a 5/10 though :( but from what I gather I think the criticism was fair enough - so taken on board and hopefully will be put right! :)
Unfortunately the next report will not make nice reading, as we took a bad spill tonight at Abbey Park, going down 1-15 to 0-08 to a much superior Maghery outfit. Will get a report up tomorrow! :-\
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on May 16, 2009, 12:17:53 AM
Quote from: corn02 on May 15, 2009, 03:23:00 PM
Good to see Rufus indirectly get a bit of praise in the GL today.
I heard we got a mention alright Corn - have to get a copy tomorrow!
I hear we got a 5/10 though :( but from what I gather I think the criticism was fair enough - so taken on board and hopefully will be put right! :)
Unfortunately the next report will not make nice reading, as we took a bad spill tonight at Abbey Park, going down 1-15 to 0-08 to a much superior Maghery outfit. Will get a report up tomorrow! :-\
Wouldn't take too much notice of GL, sure according to them Paddy McKeever, Mel courtney, plunkett and shane mccormack are making their mark with high flying maghery in div2!?!
A report of our defeat last night has been added to the Club website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Upcoming fixtures:
Wednesday 20 May 2009 (7.00pm - extra time if necessary)
B Championship
Ballyhegan v HARPS (G Devlin)
Thursday 21 May 2009 (6.45pm)
U16 Championship replay
Pearse Og v HARPS (R Watters)
Friday 22 May (7.30pm)
ACL Senior
HARPS v Whitecross
Saturday 23 May 2009 (4.00pm)
U12 Go Games Section A - Granemore v HARPS (white) (P Haughey)
U21 Go Games Section B - HARPS (blue) v Ballyhegan (P O'Hanlon)
Sunday May 24 2009 (6.00pm)
U16 League Section A
HARPS v Derrynoose (J White)
Monday May 25 2009 (7.30pm)
U18 Section A
Ballyhegan v HARPS
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=League_Tables
Texas Hold'em
POKER CLASSIC
Armagh Harps Club
Friday 22nd May 2009
9.00 pm sharp
Admission £20
Light Refreshments Served
PROCEEDS TO SCHOOL AID KENYA
A report of last night's home defeat to Whitecross has been added to our website.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Please note the details for ticket distibution for the Tyrone Ulster Championship match on Sunday week.
Tickets will be distributed in the Club on Tuesday evening, May 26th, for all Active Full (Football) Members from 7.30 pm and for all other Full (Football) Members from 8.00 pm onwards.
Please note there are a limited number of family and seated tickets, and they will be distributed on a first come first served basis, whilst taking into account the order of distribution mentioned above.
Please pass this on.
This week's Harps fixtures:
Wednesday 27 May
'B' League (7.30)
Ceide v HARPS (J McKee)
Under-12 'Go-Games' – Section A (7.00)
Granemore v HARPS White (P Haughey)
Under-12 'Go-Games' – Section B (7.00)
HARPS Blue v Ballyhegan (P O'Hanlon)
Thursday 28 May
Under-16 Championship Replay (6.45)
Pearse Og v HARPS (R Watters)
Friday 29 May
Senior ACL
Ballymacnab v HARPS (M Leonard)
Saturday 30 May
Under-12 Championship semi-finals (4.00)
HARPS v Middletown (T O'Hare) at Middletown)
This game is likely to be moved to Wednesday 3 June. Check here for confirmation.
Under-16 League (4.00)
Derrynoose v HARPS (P O'Neill)
Monday 1 June
Minor League – Section A (7.00)
Granemore v HARPS (J Slevin)
Tuesday 2 June
Under-14 Championship semi-finals (7.00)
HARPS v Ceide (T O'Hare) – neutral venue to be confirmed
Under-14 Shield – preliminary round (7.00)
Cladaí v Middletown (P O'Neill)
Under-14 League (7.00)
An Port Mor v Granemore (P Vallely)
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=82&cntnt01returnid=37
Our Seniors suffered their third league defeat in a row last night when we went down by four points to Ballymacnab.
Hard luck also to our Juveniles who lost to Pearse Og in a Championship replay last night.
A report of the Senior match has been added to our website;
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
The poor form shown by our Seniors this season continued last night when we were well beaten by Granemore at Abbey Park.
A report of the defeat has been added to our website, and can be read by clicking on the link below;
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
WHat in tarnation is going on Rufus, why all the defeats, is there lads missing?
At this rate of knots we will end up in Division 111before too long. :'(
Please check the site for the latest fixtures and social news.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers
Any outcome from the players meeting last night about getting a new manager?
I have just heard from a member of the Mgt Committee that not only is Nudie still at the helm, but that he has the full support of the players and committee. Ok, we've had a poor run of results but Nudie's tenure was never in question.
Please note the throw-in time for the U12 Mid Championship Final against Pearse Og been brought forward an hour to 5.00pm.
All other fixtures and social news can be accessed on the Club's website: http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers
Congratulations to our Under 12s on their great ten point victory over Pearse Og in Port Mor on Sunday evening. Young Tom O'Kane was star of the show with 3-06!
Sunday was a good day all round as the ladies Under 16s had a great win over St Peters, whilst the Seniors recorded a comfortable win - their first in a while - with a five point victory over St Michaels.
I will have a report of this match on the Club website tomorrow morning.
Looks like young O'Kane is going to be a great footballer like his uncle Benny
Quote from: john mcgill on June 16, 2009, 06:48:16 AM
Looks like young O'Kane is going to be a great footballer like his uncle Benny
Didn't know his mum had a brother called Benny. Perhaps she has a sister married to someone called Benny!
Congrats to the U12 management and players.
Best of luck to the U14s tonight.
think young okanes ability comes from the blackwater sporting family side ;)from what i remember has da couldnt make the harps team and jumped ship to granemore ;D
A report of the Seniors' win over St Michael's has been added to the website and can be read by clicking on the link below:
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers
Quote from: rootthemout on June 16, 2009, 01:57:22 PM
think young okanes ability comes from the blackwater sporting family side ;)from what i remember has da couldnt make the harps team and jumped ship to granemore ;D
rootthemout your full of crap! his da has two chamiponship medals with granemore ;D ;D ;D
All the week's upcomiing fixtures are available by clicking on the link below:
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers
His Da would never lace his uncle's boots
Big game the night lads, should get a victory on the showing of the 1st game of the season, but Joe will be a miss.
What time is the night at the races kicking off at.
Our Seniors bounced back well from last week's defeat at home to Tir na nOg with a comfortable enough away victory over Ballyhegan Davitts.
A report of the match has been added to our website.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Good win for our 'B' Team to night, over Tullysaran. Final score of 1-10 to 0-05.
Youth was given it's chance and was rewarded in fine style with excellent performances from Dingle Daly (Junior), Egg Kelly in attack and Olly Houlahan in defence! *
*Do not adjust your sets :o :o - you read right!! ;D
Jesus is Egg still running round showing the young boys how it should be done? Fair play to him
Quote from: BenDover on July 02, 2009, 08:02:24 AM
Jesus is Egg still running round showing the young boys how it should be done? Fair play to him
If you mean by that, is he blowing at the Shambles about the 0-4 he got from play, then yes!! :'(
A report of our home league win over Clann Eireann has been added to the website. It can be read by clicking the link below.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 05, 2009, 11:21:01 PM
Quote from: BenDover on July 02, 2009, 08:02:24 AM
Jesus is Egg still running round showing the young boys how it should be done? Fair play to him
If you mean by that, is he blowing at the Shambles about the 0-4 he got from play, then yes!! :'(
A report of our home league win over Clann Eireann has been added to the website. It can be read by clicking the link below.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
:D :D :D
I suppose there wasnt a hair out of place when he was firing points over the bar either. Fair play to egg, 43 years young and still balling with the b team. :D
Rufus, you wouldnt be jealous of young Eamon's athletic prowess these days would you? :D ;D
I am sure he talked you through all four points in dramatic fashion.
I look forward to seeing you lads next year if God spares me.
Quote from: stew on July 06, 2009, 02:59:45 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 05, 2009, 11:21:01 PM
Quote from: BenDover on July 02, 2009, 08:02:24 AM
Jesus is Egg still running round showing the young boys how it should be done? Fair play to him
If you mean by that, is he blowing at the Shambles about the 0-4 he got from play, then yes!! :'(
A report of our home league win over Clann Eireann has been added to the website. It can be read by clicking the link below.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
:D :D :D
I suppose there wasnt a hair out of place when he was firing points over the bar either. Fair play to egg, 43 years young and still balling with the b team. :D
Rufus, you wouldnt be jealous of young Eamon's athletic prowess these days would you? :D ;D
I am sure he talked you through all four points in dramatic fashion.
I look forward to seeing you lads next year if God spares me.
It'll be good to see you back home Stew for a bit of craic!
Did you get that p.m. I sent you about Uncle Sean?
Our Seniors produced a great performance last night to get a well deserved draw at the home of league leaders Maghery.
A report of the match has been added to our website.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
The thoughts and prayers of all Harps people are extended to Joe and Anne Darragh and family on the passing of John, at the tragically young age of 24.
Our esteemed member John succumbed to a long illness that was bravely borne.
Go ndeanaigh Dia trocaire ar a Anam.
R.I.P John
A very sad day for Na Clairsigh
Our Seniors fell by three points this afternoon to Whitecross.
A report of the match has been added to the news section of our website. To access, please click on the link below.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Result never in doubt.....WhiteX played like a team and worked hard for each other.
Harps on the other hand played like individuals with no game plan.......very poor.
Only consolation was good performanance from young O'Hanlon at half back and the likelihood that a certain dipstick will never wear a Harps jersey again!! :o
No management could work with that twat! >:(
diet i take u are referring to that half wit son of local correspondant. should be chased as he hasn't the bottle or should i say dummytit
what did he do now???
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 06, 2009, 08:53:16 PM
Quote from: stew on July 06, 2009, 02:59:45 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on July 05, 2009, 11:21:01 PM
Quote from: BenDover on July 02, 2009, 08:02:24 AM
Jesus is Egg still running round showing the young boys how it should be done? Fair play to him
If you mean by that, is he blowing at the Shambles about the 0-4 he got from play, then yes!! :'(
A report of our home league win over Clann Eireann has been added to the website. It can be read by clicking the link below.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
:D :D :D
I suppose there wasnt a hair out of place when he was firing points over the bar either. Fair play to egg, 43 years young and still balling with the b team. :D
Rufus, you wouldnt be jealous of young Eamon's athletic prowess these days would you? :D ;D
I am sure he talked you through all four points in dramatic fashion.
I look forward to seeing you lads next year if God spares me.
It'll be good to see you back home Stew for a bit of craic!
Did you get that p.m. I sent you about Uncle Sean?
I did rufus, I sent him an email but shure he probably checks his email every quarter or so. ::)
Any word how young O'Hanlon played on Monday night. I heard he put a steady performance in on Sunday for the Senior team.
shouldnt have to play minors. when does he back to mullabrack??
A report of our Senior game with Ballymacnab has been added to the website. Click on the following link to get there.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Well Judas and Say Nothin
Are you going to do the right thing?
Rufus, I hear Nudie got the road. Only option as the team was going downhill under his management
Benny o'kane a ready made caretaker?
look what he did with armagh and previous clubs. dont accept any alternative get it right. >:(
Quote from: john mcgill on August 04, 2009, 08:12:54 AM
Well Judas and Say Nothin
Are you going to do the right thing?
go on john - spit it out
Soory, not for a newbie!
Quote from: john mcgill on August 06, 2009, 09:24:37 PM
Soory, not for a newbie!
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Name: Erwin Rommel
Posts: 16 (0.021 per day)
Position: Newbie
Date Registered:
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john, sorry u must have went to st. biddies??? spelling not the strongest.
Quote from: thewanderer on August 06, 2009, 02:36:25 PM
look what he did with armagh and previous clubs. dont accept any alternative get it right. >:(
Any suggestions on who you think should get it/harps approach?
i think that due to the poor performances and current league position you could not attract at this stage a good outside manager and i take it that the golden goose has stopped laying. why not approach big john or bronco. maybe joe mc kenna wants the job as he seems to know all about running teams from his daily commentary.
The management set-up shall remain the same, bar one obvious ommission!
Things are going well... T.W.T
Quote from: john mcgill on August 04, 2009, 08:12:54 AM
Well Judas and Say Nothin
Are you going to do the right thing?
What would be your advice to them?
Our Seniors suffered a heavy defeat this afternoon when they fell by twelve points to Granemore. The nature of the perfromance will give a lot of cause for concern given that the Championship opener is now only five days away. A report of the match has been added to our website - click on the link below to access it.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Quote from: thewanderer on August 07, 2009, 10:38:17 AM
i think that due to the poor performances and current league position you could not attract at this stage a good outside manager and i take it that the golden goose has stopped laying. why not approach big john or bronco. maybe joe mc kenna wants the job as he seems to know all about running teams from his daily commentary.
:D :D :D
Joe would not be popular with at least one Longstone/harps stalwart who got dogs abuse from Joe when he was the team manager, yer man has never set foot in Joes place ever since and that was many years ago, I am surprised Joe never got the head bate aff him for the abuse he meted out and by all accounts it would have been well deserved. :-X
candy "things going well"
Quote from: stew on August 09, 2009, 11:10:43 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on August 07, 2009, 10:38:17 AM
i think that due to the poor performances and current league position you could not attract at this stage a good outside manager and i take it that the golden goose has stopped laying. why not approach big john or bronco. maybe joe mc kenna wants the job as he seems to know all about running teams from his daily commentary.
:D :D :D
Joe would not be popular with at least one Longstone/harps stalwart who got dogs abuse from Joe when he was the team manager, yer man has never set foot in Joes place ever since and that was many years ago, I am surprised Joe never got the head bate aff him for the abuse he meted out and by all accounts it would have been well deserved. :-X
stew you are talking shite, joes a very loyal harps man and you should be careful what you say
Lads lets not air our dirty laundry in public please......support is what we need now.
Big game coming up and I think Harps will win. Plenty of talent so keep the faith.
Spit it out Judas, say what ya really think , ;D
Quote from: Diet Coke on August 10, 2009, 01:38:15 PM
Lads lets not air our dirty laundry in public please......support is what we need now.
Big game coming up and I think Harps will win. Plenty of talent so keep the faith.
Hear hear!
see u tonight zorro ;)
Quote from: judas1 on August 10, 2009, 01:16:03 PM
Quote from: stew on August 09, 2009, 11:10:43 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on August 07, 2009, 10:38:17 AM
i think that due to the poor performances and current league position you could not attract at this stage a good outside manager and i take it that the golden goose has stopped laying. why not approach big john or bronco. maybe joe mc kenna wants the job as he seems to know all about running teams from his daily commentary.
:D :D :D
Joe would not be popular with at least one Longstone/harps stalwart who got dogs abuse from Joe when he was the team manager, yer man has never set foot in Joes place ever since and that was many years ago, I am surprised Joe never got the head bate aff him for the abuse he meted out and by all accounts it would have been well deserved. :-X
stew you are talking shite, joes a very loyal harps man and you should be careful what you say
I know Joe is a very loyal Harps man, that is not and never was in question, I simply remembered a situation with a mate who was irate at Joe for comments made during games when this other fella was the Harps manager, thats all. Some of you boys are wile sensitive, lighten up ffs, I meant no harm and certainly meant no disrespect to Joe or anyone else for that matter.
Hear Hear, some people should practice what they preach. :P
why am i a tad worried about tonight... hopefully beat the nab by 3/4 points
would need too see nabs v good minors not playing
great result for the dynes and martin and the lads tonight,bit of fight back in the team and lads playing for each other,boys home fromthe states this week i hear can only strenghten us, even more,hopefully season will not be a right off now,just to say coco took a right punch at the end hope he is ok.no 7 for the nab
Brilliant win for the Club - congratulations to the management and squad who all can take a bow for a great performance. Will get a report up on the website later.
A report of our Senior Championship victory has been added to our Club website. Click on the link below to access it.
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Tickets for the All Ireland Minor Semi Final between Armagh and Kerry will be made available to fully paid-up members on Wednesday evening (19th August) at 7.30pm in the Social Club on a first come first serve basis.
Great result for both players & managers. It would be harsh to pick fault with anyone.Well done lads you done us proud and yas shut a lot of people up , keep it going.
Only critisism i had on night was the fact that the county board didnt see fit to have order of malta present.Thankfully Coco wasnt too badly injured,given the fact the ambulance entrance was locked. >:(
Good win for the lads, bit of pride restored in the jersey. Though the nab were absolutely appalling. Defence would need to tighten up substantially as there were a few scores conceded through messing about. I thought Nippy & Joe quigly were excellent, as was young mc sorely in corner back.
Next up clans!!!
When is the game against the clans ?
Quote from: thewanderer on August 10, 2009, 12:01:18 PM
candy "things going well"
Things go well enough for ye friday nite wanderer? ;)
Well done the seniors. Clanns are on deck and hopefully the Harps will prevail in the qf.
Excellent report on the game btw. Top class stuff.
Armagh Harps Senior Ladies in Intermediate County Final
Armagh Harps Senior Ladies football started back in 1992 and in only their 2nd year running they made a clean sweep of all County competitions, winning the league, championship and the County Seven's Tournament, under the watchful eye of Malachy Gribben.
It took them a few years, but in 1997 they enlisted the help of two of the senior players Brendan (Yorkie) Powell and Damien (Shoot) Jordan as coaches and finally regained the County Senior Championship and league.
In 1998 they retained their County Championship title under the expertise of new manager Kevin Kelly. Unfortunately that was the end of their winning ways for a few years, until 2006 when again they called upon the help of two of the present senior players, Marty Gill and Neil McArdle.
Some successful underage players started coming through and with new players joining them, they knew if they stuck together and worked hard they could in time, get back to their winning ways. Under the guidance of Marty Gill and Neil McArdle they reached the county final in 2006, though they were beaten well, but rather than give up they carried on training hard and in 2007 they came runner's up in the Division 2 league, in 2008 they won the Division 2 league and now in 2009, they are aiming to win the County Intermediate Championship Final against St Pat's of Cullyhanna in the Athletic Grounds this weekend - their first in 11 years. Armagh Harps Ladies have a panel of 26 girls and within that they have 4 sets of sisters and two sets of twins. They have 5 ladies playing on today's Championship final team that also played on the winning Championship final team back in 1998. They are Paula Powell, Shauna Agnew, Brenda Gill, Ciarrai Pattison and Christine Nixon.
The Armagh Harps Ladies will take on St Pat's of Cullyhanna Ladies in Armagh Athletic Grounds on Sunday 23rd August at 6.45pm.
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Top, L-R: L. McElmeel, C. Duffy, S. Rafferty, M. Daly, C. Nixon, J. Pattison, S. Randall.
Middle, L-R: M. Gill (Manager), S. Feeney, N. Bratten, D. Campbell, P. Powell (Vice-Captain), S. Agnew, F. McKenna, S. McParland, T. McCoy, C. Pattison, N. McArdle (Coach).
Bottom L-R: E. McElmeel, D. Duffy, N. Campbell, E. Canavan, K. Conlon, J. Gartland, M. Campbell, B. Gill (Captain), S. McCready.
Well done, Say Nothin and Judas
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on August 16, 2009, 04:41:52 PM
Tickets for the All Ireland Minor Semi Final between Armagh and Kerry will be made available to fully paid-up members on Wednesday evening (19th August) at 7.30pm in the Social Club on a first come first serve basis.
A further distribution of tickets for this Sunday's All Ireland Minor Semi-final will take place tomorrow night, Thursday, at 7.00 pm in the Club.
Please pass the word on.
Good Luck to The Senior Ladies on Sunday.
good result not goin well for u candy ;)
Quote from: thewanderer on August 25, 2009, 11:50:27 AM
good result not goin well for u candy ;)
not at all but as my good friend Pat Molloy would say... T.W.T!! ;)
You SPY
u dont mean that ;) see u soon ps i hope twt ur good lad
::)
To note: The fixture between Silverbridge and Armagh Harps has been re-scheduled to take place in ABBEY PARK on SATURDAY 29th AUGUST at 7pm.
is the game in abbey park now?
Apologies for the delay. Yes, game in Abbey.
good win tonight,one think that did show was money buys loyalty :-\
Well deserved win for the Seniors in our last home league game of the season. A report has been added to our website, which can be read by clicking on the link below.
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Quote from: rootthemout on August 29, 2009, 10:12:34 PM
good win tonight,one think that did show was money buys loyalty :-\
you are spot on there rootthemout, loyalty!!! that man wouldnt know what loyalty was, f**king joke!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and then he calls himself a harps man!!.
Thanks for the report rufus, even if it does make bleak reading.
Judas and root, I dont understand your comments, I am assuming you are referring to our trainer? Have harps men never been involved with other club teams before or something?
Quote from: pintsofguinness on August 30, 2009, 02:26:24 AM
Thanks for the report rufus, even if it does make bleak reading.
Judas and root, I dont understand your comments, I am assuming you are referring to our trainer? Have harps men never been involved with other club teams before or something?
I assume they are talking about this because he is the Vice Chairman of the club
Ironic that one of them is called Judas. He's doing his club no favours by talking about a clubman like that on a public forum.
A few photos here lads of the Harps on the 125th Anniversary parade this afternoon.
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Quote from: hardstation on August 30, 2009, 07:40:43 PM
The Naomh Brid banner (2nd last pic) is a goodun.
And if I may, I would like to doff my hat to Corrinshego for their banner, which was absolutely magnificent - well done to them!
Great to see routthemout and a few other board heads on here. ;)
great photos rufus, good man.
and old rivals the ogs banner was exellent and madden had the best turned out club well done to all.
rootthemout was nudie at harps just for the craic?
Quote from: twotwocharlie on September 04, 2009, 01:19:30 PM
rootthemout was nudie at harps just for the craic?
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looked like it at times ;D
I'm sure you'll be aware but if not - the game away to Madden tomorrow has been brought forward to a 5.00pm start.
Our Seniors had a narrow one point victory over Madden yesterday evening in what was a pretty poor game of football. A report of the game has been added to our Club website and can be accessed by clicking on the link below.
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Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 06, 2009, 10:25:53 PM
Our Seniors had a narrow one point victory over Madden yesterday evening in what was a pretty poor game of football. A report of the game has been added to our Club website and can be accessed by clicking on the link below.
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Wot do u think of ur teams chances for the c'ship? From a nuetral point of view I think they r guna winning it? Is it true peador toal is back on the squad???
Rufus couldnt get sat evening,but going by the report conan lennon had some game ;Dapart from being in nets he was scoring a goal from his kickout ;D
poor display on sat nite need to up the anti big time for clans match. back on board candy good to see.
Quote from: rootthemout on September 07, 2009, 10:23:08 AM
Rufus couldnt get sat evening,but going by the report conan lennon had some game ;Dapart from being in nets he was scoring a goal from his kickout ;D
Thanks rootthemout - now sorted! ;)
I can't believe someone actually read my report!! :P
All Ireland Final Tickets
Please note that tickets for the All Ireland Final, from the Club, are likely to be severely limited.
If you wish to be considered for a ticket, please contact Tony Kelly or Jack O'Hare before 10.00 pm this Friday, 11th September.
Tony can be contacted at 07882668256 or by e-mail at, tonyarmagh@hotmail.com
Contact Jacko at 07717731839 or by e-mail at, colmohare154@btinternet.com
Please note - no texts!
Don't forget tomorrow evening's (11th) celebration night in the Social Club for the 1980's squads which culminated in the championship win in '89. All are welcome and it may prove the perfect prelude to our Champioship QF against 'Clans' on Saturday evening.
some old knobbley knees will be there. cant see them being fit for two nights running ? ps now that peadar has been begged back is there any truth in the rumour that egg has made himself available. after the great game for the b,s earlier this year egg wouldnt rule it out.
we could do a lot worse he must have scored 4 or 5 points from play that match. All the best to the boys tomorrow night
Should be a good game tommorrow night lads. You lads have been under performing big time all year imo and we are a team that is very much in transition. So really it has the potential to be a great game. As you know championship football is different and it can bring out the best in teams. Let's just hope the ref doesn't ruin it and the debate afterwards is not dominated by his decisions. Time will tell lads .
Quote from: winsamsoon on September 11, 2009, 12:14:58 PM
Should be a good game tommorrow night lads. You lads have been under performing big time all year imo and we are a team that is very much in transition. So really it has the potential to be a great game. As you know championship football is different and it can bring out the best in teams. Let's just hope the ref doesn't ruin it and the debate afterwards is not dominated by his decisions. Time will tell lads .
Well, can honestly say it was entertaining but it ain't good for the ticker!! :-\
A report of our Championship draw with Clans has been added to our website. Click on the link below to access it.
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harps need to win
good report rufus. I thought young Lennon, harpo, Gill & peadar were the stand out players on the field, though we we wiped out in the middle of the park...!!! Bit worried about the collapse & lack of leaders on the park in the last 15 mins. With Joe Quigly & may kevin kelly to come into the side, if we sort out the middle we should win the replay. Refs decsiion to award the levelling free was scandalous.... that said we deserved all we got for letting them back into it. WHoever wins has a tough one against granemore in the semi.
Dont know were this talk of joe returning to the team, hamstring is bad enough, will struggle to make semi date
Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 14, 2009, 03:23:00 PM
good report rufus. I thought young Lennon, harpo, Gill & peadar were the stand out players on the field, though we we wiped out in the middle of the park...!!! Bit worried about the collapse & lack of leaders on the park in the last 15 mins. With Joe Quigly & may kevin kelly to come into the side, if we sort out the middle we should win the replay. Refs decsiion to award the levelling free was scandalous.... that said we deserved all we got for letting them back into it. WHoever wins has a tough one against granemore in the semi.
berf I thought without charlie puttin his stamp on things in the last 15 we'd now be out, he wasn't his usual self last saturday night but when he could see clans sneaking back slowly he was the leader along with nippy. hopefully the strongest 15 line out in their strongest positions this fri night. that game would have shaken off a bit off rust among one or two.
Quote from: Abble on September 15, 2009, 10:21:58 PM
hopefully the strongest 15 line out in their strongest positions this fri night. that game would have shaken off a bit off rust among one or two.
I would have much prepared to win last week than run the risk of getting beaten on Friday evening.
However if we were to get over this Friday, then the drawn game may indeed be a blessing in disguise, as some of our stronger players will have more opportunity to stake claims, and of course the 'rust' can be shaken off. It may also allow the side to build up a strong momentum towards the end of the Championship.
whoever wins friday night, they have a tough assignment against granemore in the semi final
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Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 15, 2009, 11:12:12 PM
whoever wins friday night, they have a tough assignment against granemore in the semi final
Agree with that Berfa - one step at a time. There's a great opportunity for all the teams left in the Championship.
We'll need no reminding - if we get there - that Granemore will be tough to beat - they gave us an awful going over up in Granemore about six weeks ago. :-[
Harps fan.
Hope the harps can beat them clans 2mara nite in the replay.
I would love to see joe Quigley return for the clash 2mara nite.
useful for 5 r 6 points.
It was be nice to see peadar toal and joe play together.
Good Luck Harps.
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on September 14, 2009, 11:23:09 PM
Dont know were this talk of joe returning to the team, hamstring is bad enough, will struggle to make semi date
As Spirit has said doubtful if Joe features though spirit has been known to tell the odd fib :P
Any thoughts on team selection? Will McCoy start this week after getting a half last week? Anyone hazard a guess at the starting team?
I think swift & Vernon need to start in the middle. Maybe even philly, with swift at CHF. Keep peadar in FF & bring mc coy onto the wing. Kevin kelly would be a strong option in the ff line, maybe at the expense of ebby.
Great to get the win on Friday evening. A report of the match has been added to the Club website and can be read by clicking on the link below.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Well done on friday night lads best team won on the night without a doubt the old saying goals win games was highly relevant. Good luck against Granemore lads.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 20, 2009, 12:31:20 AM
Great to get the win on Friday evening. A report of the match has been added to the Club website and can be read by clicking on the link below.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Thanks for the report Rufus.
is kevin kelly not county material? every time I see a report he is knocking in scores all over the place.
No mention of Holmes at all in that report...how's he doing these day's?
Good win friday night. Nippy, Peadar & Young mc coy were the pick of the bunch for me. SHould be a good game against granemore....
V funny, Harpo the only player on the pitch facing the wrong way for the anthem. That said he also played v well
BTW, clanns player was at least 3-4 feet outside the area for the penalty.
Quote from: Tyrones own on September 20, 2009, 07:32:43 PM
No mention of Holmes at all in that report...how's he doing these day's?
I'm afraid that's down to the nature of the reports which are essentially a run through of the scores. Collie is still in my mind the leader of the team and the one that the other players would look up to.
For the match itself, Collie started off at centre half back but in the second half moved to full back and in my opinion gave a commanding performance that helped settle a lot of nerves when Clan na Gael threatened a comeback.
Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 21, 2009, 10:32:11 AM
BTW, clanns player was at least 3-4 feet outside the area for the penalty.
100% correct Berf, I was on the line doin some photography and could also see that. was disappointing in that earlier an umpire made good effort to notify ref of some misdemeanours, but he couldnt tell ref that the foul was well outside the area ! holmes definitely does get a raw deal.
Quote from: Abble on September 21, 2009, 12:12:05 PM
100% correct Berf, I was on the line doin some photography and could also see that. was disappointing in that earlier an umpire made good effort to notify ref of some misdemeanours, but he couldnt tell ref that the foul was well outside the area ! holmes definitely does get a raw deal.
ye musta got yousrelf some sterling then Abble :D :D :D
Quote from: Abble on September 21, 2009, 12:12:05 PM
Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 21, 2009, 10:32:11 AM
BTW, clanns player was at least 3-4 feet outside the area for the penalty.
100% correct Berf, I was on the line doin some photography and could also see that. was disappointing in that earlier an umpire made good effort to notify ref of some misdemeanours, but he couldnt tell ref that the foul was well outside the area ! holmes definitely does get a raw deal.
Abble I'd pay money for any prints ye have of me... but there are none!!!! >:(
Can't even get on to the field for the super-sub halftime show... lol :D
Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 21, 2009, 10:32:11 AM
Good win friday night. Nippy, Peadar & Young mc coy were the pick of the bunch for me. SHould be a good game against granemore....
Funny that, I thought Peadar was way below usual standard and didn't really stand out aside from his goal. He then went off injured at half-time so I must have missed something...
Noticed the BBC had Peadar down as having scored 1-5 when it was Kevin Kelly who socred this. Sure you didn't do the report for the beeb berf :)
Berf have to admit the penalty, blue tinted glasses your wearing I'm afraid. Also Peadar was fairly subdued so don't see how you can put him in the group of good performers. but then again you have a soft spot there??. good old harpo never lets u down for a laugh. ;D
if i was that good a reporter, i'd be marty morrissey........ err :-\
ANyway bring on granemore
Does anybody no where the ref is from hes down to do the harps game on sat nite.
(G Smith) in the irish news today.
Bring on Granemore,
No bother to the harps who have granemore really got.
they r kaaattttttt.
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on September 22, 2009, 11:06:31 AM
Does anybody no where the ref is from hes down to do the harps game on sat nite.
(G Smith) in the irish news today.
he,s gary smith from tir na nog .
Quote from: Candyman on September 21, 2009, 01:11:16 PM
Quote from: Abble on September 21, 2009, 12:12:05 PM
Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 21, 2009, 10:32:11 AM
BTW, clanns player was at least 3-4 feet outside the area for the penalty.
100% correct Berf, I was on the line doin some photography and could also see that. was disappointing in that earlier an umpire made good effort to notify ref of some misdemeanours, but he couldnt tell ref that the foul was well outside the area ! holmes definitely does get a raw deal.
Abble I'd pay money for any prints ye have of me... but there are none!!!! >:(
Can't even get on to the field for the super-sub halftime show... lol :D
sure you'd only be standing behind the goals kickin her out to the boys with a bit of skill in the half-time show candyman! ;D
No doubt... but doing it in style kiddo!!! ;)
Quote from: Candyman on September 22, 2009, 01:04:35 PM
No doubt... but doing it in style kiddo!!! ;)
candy its about time you made a name for yourself !!!!!!!! would like to see you in there ;)
How did Monday night in the club go? Declan McKenna, first Harpsman to lift an All-Ireland for Armagh :)
Quote from: judas1 on September 22, 2009, 03:57:29 PM
Quote from: Candyman on September 22, 2009, 01:04:35 PM
No doubt... but doing it in style kiddo!!! ;)
candy its about time you made a name for yourself !!!!!!!! would like to see you in there ;)
i heard a rumour that canyman and jungle are startin midfield at the weekend
what time is throw in on saturday?
Hope to see all harps supporters there on sat nite
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 21, 2009, 10:59:51 AM
Quote from: Tyrones own on September 20, 2009, 07:32:43 PM
No mention of Holmes at all in that report...how's he doing these day's?
I'm afraid that's down to the nature of the reports which are essentially a run through of the scores. Collie is still in my mind the leader of the team and the one that the other players would look up to.
For the match itself, Collie started off at centre half back but in the second half moved to full back and in my opinion gave a commanding performance that helped settle a lot of nerves when Clan na Gael threatened a comeback.
Good man Rufus ...Cheers
BOOKIES CUT ODDS.
HARPS 4/5 GRANEMORE 5/4 TODAY BETWEEN 9 TO 4.
NOW
HARPS 1/1 GRANEMORE 1/1
OGS DRIFF OUT TO 1/4 FROM 1/6
CLANN ERRIAN CUT IN TO 7/2 FROM 9/2
How'd the U14s get on last night ?
Just want to say good luck to the lads on Saturday. After such a disjointed season I really hope we can pull a final appearence out of the fire and then who knows from there.
I'll make no predictions as I feel its a tight one, but I know they'll do the blue n white proud.
PS Anyword on Harpo looking the right way this week? :D
The U-14s wre beaten last night by about 4 or 5 pts. Harps had some very good passages of play but just lost out to the stronger team on the day. Dromintee had a number of very impressive individuals, particularly their No 8, No 6 and No 12. Good luck to them in the final.
Skiddy is that good luck because they play the Ogs in the final. Seen the ex-vice in a more subdued mood last nite as manager. Was that a bridge top he was wearing.
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on September 25, 2009, 09:47:56 AM
PS Anyword on Harpo looking the right way this week? :D
I think they are going to put a flag at the other end of the field as well, just in case ;D
Best of luck to the lads on saturday night, lets hope a few celebratory drinks will be had in the club afterwards
Hee hee. :D
Harpo can look straight up Pockets Og Nugents rear end for all I care......
As long as he plays as well as he did the last day.
Best of luck to all.
Na Clairsigh abu
is toal fit?if so think harps awful tasty odds...
Somebody ring Johnny
Tell him to get the flight booked.....Yessssssss !!!!!!!
;D
Congartulations to the lads tonight, fantastic result, some great performances too. Charlie Vernon played the game of his life.
Mon the Harps!!!
Charlie Vernon very good, very strong.
Well done .....most important thing about semi-final is the result. Granemore started off flying and should have been 4/5 points up, Harps rallied and in second half got crucial scores when Granemore missed.
Granemore are a very hard working and fit team and I think if they hold on to their manager then they will definately be back in the hunt over the next 5 years or so.
Good luck to Harps in the final...whoever they meet ;)
harps deserved to win but i was disappointed to overhear a harps supporter tell a granemore follower to get back to the intermediate where you,s belong . think he was called druse , what a loudmouth >:(
Quote from: torres on September 26, 2009, 09:04:53 PM
harps deserved to win but i was disappointed to overhear a harps supporter tell a granemore follower to get back to the intermediate where you,s belong . think he was called druse , what a loudmouth >:(
There is no shortage of loudmouths at all clubs....especially the arsehole who said "break his leg" when talking about Charlie Vernon :o at minor level up in the Nab.
GET IN THERE HARPS.
Well done lads!
Good luck in the final
Brillant stuff harps beatin granemore.
Well done to all the players and managers involved in tonight's win!! Still more to come from that team I think.
Great performance from Charlie Vernon, hope that his injury is not too serious.
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on September 26, 2009, 09:35:42 PM
Brillant stuff harps beatin granemore.
very good performance [ especially 2 nd half ] from the harps tonight but in all honestly
you,s would have been expected to beat granemore , hardly brillant stuff when yous have a lot to pick from and the calibre of players at your disposal ,and many peoples favourites to win , well done to granemore in getting to this stage as they were,nt expected to get past the 1st round . hopelly jt stays and builds on a promising season so far .
Good luck to Armagh Harps in the final.
3 Videos are now available from the Harps 4 point victory over Granemore last night in the Athletic Grounds.
http://www.armagh-gaa.com/Armagh-TV/News/Videos-as-Harps-reach-SFC-Final.aspx
Absolutely tremendous - back in the Final for the first time in fourteen years. Well done to the whole squad and management. Some great individual performances last night - for me Charlie Vernon and Nippy Swift were the stand out performances in what was a great team effort. Hopefully now we have time to get injuries cleared up and give the Final a good rattle.
Great night in the Club as well and those burgers went down a treat!! ;D Not happy though with the absence of lettuce!! >:(
Try and get a report of the game up on the website later.
all city final . come on the ogs ;D
Quote from: torres on September 27, 2009, 09:24:17 PM
all city final . come on the ogs ;D
torres sour grapes ;)
Quote from: torres on September 27, 2009, 09:24:17 PM
all city final . come on the ogs ;D
Is there not enough Ogs members on the board to start your own thread. :P
Quote from: fcuksake on September 27, 2009, 11:23:58 PM
Quote from: torres on September 27, 2009, 09:24:17 PM
all city final . come on the ogs ;D
Is there not enough Ogs members on the board to start your own thread. :P
I've a notion that's a Granemore accent!! ;)
A report of the match last night has been added to the Club website - click on the link below to access.
http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
there is enough dicks on the site
Quote from: rootthemout on September 27, 2009, 10:24:27 PM
Quote from: torres on September 27, 2009, 09:24:17 PM
all city final . come on the ogs ;D
torres sour grapes ;)
no not at all , if you look back on my posts after the game you will find that i stated that the harps deserved to win and i take nothing away from them , would rather the ogs beat the harps no sour grapes , but after detroning c-maglen i think they deserve to go on and win it ;D
Well done to the lads saturday night, it was brilliant to see the harps back in a final, absolutely brilliant. The club was packed afterwards & its only after wins like that, that you realise how important the club is to everyone. I thought everyone gave 100%, Charlie Vernon played his best ever game for the harps & totally dominated Toner in the high catching stakes, he picked up breaking ball and drove hard at the granemore defence, simply magnificant. Even though it was a low scopring games, some of the points taken by both sides were excellent, i particular lennons, jungles & peadars. Nippy had a fine game in MF, how he was not on the county panel last year defies belief, he would be a great HF option, certainly no worse than what was there last year....
Bring on the Ogs, I think the Harps will give them all they want & more in the fianl, should be a cracker....
I wonder will JP start the final?
Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 28, 2009, 12:31:28 PM
Well done to the lads saturday night, it was brilliant to see the harps back in a final, absolutely brilliant. The club was packed afterwards & its only after wins like that, that you realise how important the club is to everyone. I thought everyone gave 100%, Charlie Vernon played his best ever game for the harps & totally dominated Toner in the high catching stakes, he picked up breaking ball and drove hard at the granemore defence, simply magnificant. Even though it was a low scopring games, some of the points taken by both sides were excellent, i particular lennons, jungles & peadars. Nippy had a fine game in MF, how he was not on the county panel last year defies belief, he would be a great HF option, certainly no worse than what was there last year....
Bring on the Ogs, I think the Harps will give them all they want & more in the fianl, should be a cracker....
heard the harps are going to bring back nudie hughes to take them for a few SESSIONS before the final :D
Quote from: Smokin Joe on September 28, 2009, 01:25:04 PM
I wonder will JP start the final?
If the Harps win the championship JP would be very embarressed for leaving to join the ogs to win the champ.
Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 28, 2009, 12:31:28 PM
Well done to the lads saturday night, it was brilliant to see the harps back in a final, absolutely brilliant. The club was packed afterwards & its only after wins like that, that you realise how important the club is to everyone. I thought everyone gave 100%, Charlie Vernon played his best ever game for the harps & totally dominated Toner in the high catching stakes, he picked up breaking ball and drove hard at the granemore defence, simply magnificant. Even though it was a low scopring games, some of the points taken by both sides were excellent, i particular lennons, jungles & peadars. Nippy had a fine game in MF, how he was not on the county panel last year defies belief, he would be a great HF option, certainly no worse than what was there last year....
Bring on the Ogs, I think the Harps will give them all they want & more in the fianl, should be a cracker....
A Harps Ogs final would be a nightmare scenario as far as being a neutral as the games between these two tend to be dire, I am talking championship deciders mind you.
I hope the Ogs get bate and if they do I cannot see anything but a Harps victory, it would be great to win the first County Championship after Cross finally relinquished the crown, especially since the Ogs would have done all the hard work. ;)
just after getting the 1st ogs/harps text joke here...harpo wont be impressed :D
"Police are investigating two robberies in armagh city. Pearse ogs no. 11 Ronan clarke's house broke into, stolen 2 all-stars, 1 young player of year, 1 nat. league, 4 ulster sen. c'ship, 4 co. minor. Armagh Harps no. 11 Paul McKenna's house broken into - 2 teapots and a fork & knife stolen !!"
not hard to guess what faction it came from...keep them coming
I was in the kitchen this morning when i heard someone cry for help outside. Of course i immediately ran out. A player form the ogs was being beaten to death before my eyes. Then the sheer scale of the horror hit me. Shit, my toast is burning.
hopefully Harpo will the last laugh when he has a SFC Medal in his back pocket in a few weeks time ;)
Quote from: BerfArmagh on September 29, 2009, 12:12:32 PM
hopefully Harpo will the last laugh when he has a SFC Medal in his back pocket in a few weeks time ;)
frankie would be gutted,but im sure he wish his brother all the best ;D
Ah well, at least they didn't take his all-ireland medal.
Anybody interested buying a good luck sign for the club final.please ring the social club for details.
Thanks
CARD NIGHT IN THE CLUB
A Fundraising Poker Night for County Final Funds has been arranged for Saturday 10th October in the Social Club with an 8.30pm start.
The entrance fee is £20, and light refreshments will be served.
Please look out for Tickets and Posters that will come out in advance of the night.
The purchase of tickets will allow those Harps supporters who have no interest in playing the actual cards, an opportunity to support the event.
Please make as many people aware of this night as possible, as time is of the essence.
This weekend sees both our Minors and Seniors in action.
On Saturday (3rd October), in the Minor Football Championship, our U-18s face a stern challenge from Clan na Gael (this year's Minor League winners). A great game is anticipated and throw-in is at 4.00pm in Abbey Park. Attendance will also provide patrons with an early opportunity to purchase Club branded merchandise in the lead-up to the County Final. With our Seniors having booked their final place this is an ideal opportunity to adorn your family in the Club colours as well as provide much appreciated support.
On Sunday our Seniors travel to their namesakes in Silverbridge in the ACL, and throw-in is at 2.00pm.
Good Luck Harps.
Can all supporters please show there support this saturday 4pm at abbey p.k for the county minor Q.final.
wat kinda merchandise is der ???
Merchandise includes hats, flags and headbands!! ;D
Also includes car flags - all are available from the Club.
Forgot to add that there is also bunting for sale - the Shambles looked well yesterday with the new blue and white bunting up!! :-*
Please also note that any supporter wishing to have their own name(s) up on a Harps sign - some of which will be going up around the City shortly - should contact Sean Powell in the Club, or any member of the Committee, with their details.
ANy pics of the merchandising rufus?
Quote from: BerfArmagh on October 01, 2009, 12:02:11 PM
ANy pics of the merchandising rufus?
Sorry Berfa - not at the moment - I'll try and get a few snaps later.
Harps flags ,armbands etc... For sale at harry hoots i heard.
any chance of rufus giving young morrison a few pointers on how to put out a good report ? thought that one in the gazette this week sucked ;D
Wise up torres it ok.
Any Harps Ultras passing this way - help needed at 7.30 pm this evening to decorate the Social Club - if you can make it, your help would be appreciated - if not please pass on the word!!
need 2start paintin the town blue an white b4 its al green an gold!!!!
ne word on dat
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Was reminiscing about the County Final appearances over the 80s and 90s last night. Quick question for Rufus or Egg or anyone else who might know.......
Was any player involved in all 7 finals '84 to '95 ?
BTW how much is it to buy a good luck sign.?
To buy good luck sign. For detalis contact social club r any commitee membere.
02837523281
Have to say harps club looked well last nite,b.dorano Top.man,thanks to anyone that give a hand out.
good luck 2the minors 2day!!!! ;)
Would like to wish the Harps all the best in the final.
Knew a few of the Harps boys from the 80's and always kept an eye out for team since then.
any truth in the rumour that candyman may be toggin out for mullaghbrack next season?
Quote from: Passing_Interest on October 03, 2009, 08:20:35 AM
Was reminiscing about the County Final appearances over the 80s and 90s last night. Quick question for Rufus or Egg or anyone else who might know.......
Was any player involved in all 7 finals '84 to '95 ?
BTW how much is it to buy a good luck sign.?
You tee them up for Egg and he slots them home!! >:(
:P Egg will be delighted you asked that. I think that Egg and Big John might be the only two to have played in all seven - Mark Grimley got injured a week before the 1995 Final and missed out. Stumps and Finbar also close I would say - not sure if they achieved that or not.
By the way - did you get speaking to Ian about the flags? ;D
Quote from: kicking king on October 03, 2009, 11:20:41 AM
any truth in the rumour that candyman may be toggin out for mullaghbrack next season?
king you talk some shite!!!!
Poker Nite Fundraising Tickets are now available from the Social club for sale @ £20.
Anyone who thinks they could shift a few please give your support!!
You can obviously still pay at the door next Saturday Night.
Quote from: Passing_Interest on October 03, 2009, 08:20:35 AM
BTW how much is it to buy a good luck sign.?
Drop Bennydorano a pm if you are looking to purchase.
Seen your Dad at the minor match as I left Abbey Park and mentioned you were looking a sign. Before I could give contact details, he mentioned was it a sign from above!! The conversation quickly degenerated after that and I'd no option but to move on as I was holding up the traffic.
Good win for the Minors without them playing particularly well. A report has been added to the webiste. Click on the link below to access.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
tomorrows game at silverbridge off.
Harps game on against the bridge.4pm @ the bridge
No way was John involved in them all.........sure he was U16 keeper in '83 so couldn't have been Senior player in '84. Egg, stumps, Finbar.....maybe ? Dom ?
Btw Ian reckons anywhere north of Joe McKenna's is open house !
::)
I think Egg is the sole survivor. Dom didnt play in the 89 final. Finbar and stumps didnt play in the 95 final
What time our they meeting at club 2mara nite.
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on October 04, 2009, 09:20:12 AM
What time our they meeting at club 2mara nite.
your services are not required.
You have your homework to do. ;D
Is the harps an bridge game still on today at 4.
no def off
Quote from: twotwocharlie on October 04, 2009, 12:31:05 PM
no def off
Your plan looking us not to not turn up failed :P
Harps won 3.8 to 1.10 or something like that.
Had to feel a bit sorry for Silverbridge, their luck has totally deserted them and we probably didn't really deserve the win. A lot af lads rested from Granemore game.
Any chance of somebody posting a few pics of the club, I am pissed I will miss this game.
All the best to the Harps on County final day, it will be some day.
Egg could give them 15 minutes if they needed an aul score or two, and no better man to hit a penalty for you.
I think Egg is the sole survivor. Dom didnt play in the 89 final. Finbar and stumps didnt play in the 95 final
Stumpy defo played against Mullabawn in 95 - remember him running out to mark Kieran McGenney - McGeeney putting out hand to shake hands and stumpy running straight into him....ball threw in Mullabawn got it popped out to McGeeney and over the bar...lol - worth a try I suppose but intimidation was not going to work on that occassion... :)
A report of our win at Silverbridge this afternoon has been added to the Club website. Click on the link below to access the report.
Seniors' Report (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
I think that's us gone down :-\
great win for the minors on saturday rufus. I was particularly impressed with Young Loughran & vernon. Fingers crossed we'll have the minors in the final as well
Quote from: BerfArmagh on October 05, 2009, 09:57:03 AM
great win for the minors on saturday rufus. I was particularly impressed with Young Loughran & vernon. Fingers crossed we'll have the minors in the final as well
Correct Berfa. John Veron had a very good game. Rangers will be tough in the semi-final but fingers crossed we can do it.
Quote from: stew on October 04, 2009, 06:54:42 PM
Any chance of somebody posting a few pics of the club, I am pissed I will miss this game.
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I like those signs - very nice.
two top men putting the flags up.
Kelly is up outside the house, Railway street & Tom Kanes looks brilliant, was driving through this morning & was starting to wish the match was this weekend ;D
Quote from: hound of ulster on October 06, 2009, 12:05:27 PM
Gribben looks like a "Working Man " in the photo O kane looks like a "Working Girl" ;D ;D ;D
eggy's not so fond of the heights by look of it, safer stickin to the flowers
Quote from: hound of ulster on October 06, 2009, 02:12:00 PM
who was the lollipop man?did it say lir construction on the back :D
leo traynor ;D
good to see you have resurfaced judas. your hands must have been washed clean?
thats some association
Quote from: thewanderer on October 06, 2009, 03:14:52 PM
good to see you have resurfaced judas. your hands must have been washed clean?
was my hands dirty wanderer? ???
good to see local SHOPKEEER sorry FLORIIST out doin his bit. Although by the look on his face he must have set on one
of the flags. ;D
I hear it was like being at the TOUR DE FRANCE last night with everybody wanting to wear the yellow jacket. Yorkie has taken the early lead but judas is favourite 2nite :P :P
THERES NOTHING LIKE A COUNTY FINAL TO GET THEM OUT OF THE WOODWORK
Quote from: sitdown on October 06, 2009, 05:27:16 PM
I hear it was like being at the TOUR DE FRANCE last night with everybody wanting to wear the yellow jacket.
:D
the favourite for this years committee man of the year could be under pressure now ;) ;D
Harps on the march again tonight - Cathedral Road, Dukes Grove, The Desart, Drumcairn and Arthur's Villas!
:-*
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That's a good one with the Reid family and the McKennas. Looks well with the two boards on the one post
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on October 06, 2009, 10:15:26 PM
That's a good one with the Reid family and the McKennas. Looks well with the two boards on the one post
Correct, and check out the bunting at the Monaghan Road/Keady Road junction - both sides appear to have run out and tied what was left in the middle to make it stretch between poles - it is now blue/white and green/gold! :D
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 06, 2009, 10:35:14 PM
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on October 06, 2009, 10:15:26 PM
That's a good one with the Reid family and the McKennas. Looks well with the two boards on the one post
Correct, and check out the bunting at the Monaghan Road/Keady Road junction - both sides appear to have run out and tied what was left in the middle to make it stretch between poles - it is now blue/white and green/gold! :D
Great to see, the flags and bunting are all part of the craic and banter. The town looks well and reflects well on all involved!! Well done!! The battle only begins at 3.30 on the 18th!!
Quote from: rootthemout on October 06, 2009, 09:56:23 PM
the favourite for this years committee man of the year could be under pressure now ;) ;D
a lot of pressure on him now root, and he didnt turn up tonight ,committee man of the year!!!!! ;D
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 06, 2009, 10:35:14 PM
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on October 06, 2009, 10:15:26 PM
That's a good one with the Reid family and the McKennas. Looks well with the two boards on the one post
Correct, and check out the bunting at the Monaghan Road/Keady Road junction - both sides appear to have run out and tied what was left in the middle to make it stretch between poles - it is now blue/white and green/gold! :D
rufus great pics, you forgot to mention the moy road & the shambles all done tonight and looking class!!!!
Quote from: hardstation on October 06, 2009, 11:45:18 PM
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A Health & Safety minefield.
Sorry, but you're wrong. What the picture doesn't show are the panther like reflexes of the two boys - they move with great balance and agility, reacting instantly to the slightest movement!! :P
looks as if the electrician is enjoying something else, with the ear to ear smile he has. I cant see were the bakers hand is.... :o :o
Fair play to all the boys for muckin in. Job well done.
FCUKSAKE could they not fit u into picture. :P :P ;D ;D
Good photos rufs from tues nite at the desert lane, the cathedral r.d. From the club rite up to the shambles looks well an also out the cathedral rd towards ballygrummy looks good. Well done to us all who give a hand out on mon nite an last nite.
Quote from: sitdown on October 07, 2009, 03:28:58 PM
Fair play to all the boys for muckin in. Job well done.
FCUKSAKE could they not fit u into picture. :P :P ;D ;D
Rufus had only one snap left in his wide lense ;D
its now down to the players. what do u think about the inexperience of the current managers especially to make the right calls when things are tight on the big day. Maybe Nuddie should be asked back for the game to add his cool experience.
Quote from: thewanderer on October 08, 2009, 09:23:04 AM
its now down to the players. what do u think about the inexperience of the current managers especially to make the right calls when things are tight on the big day. Maybe Nuddie should be asked back for the game to add his cool experience.
no pressure on our management or players,can you afford to lose three in a row,maybe last year ogs left it behind with experienced management ;)
i don't see tactics playing a huge part on the day, i firmly believe it will be a case of which key players for the Ogs & Harps bring their A game...
If Harps can stop ball getting to clarke, which basically means winning midfield/half forward line then i think we can win it :-X
i certainly wont be in a position to lose 3 in a row. do i detect a panic in your voice. maybe you should be manager as u have done it all before. ;)
Congratulations are due to both clubs. You have raised the interest of the County. The flags and signs are a credit to you. What with the colours and excitement in the city and the minors winning, it almost compensates for the laughing stock that our County Board have made of us.
Good luck to both clubs and the pre match arrangements deserve a great game.
Harps 1.9 cross 3 points half time
What was final score in minor game?
Harps 1.12
Cross 0.05
Harps 1-12 Crossmaglen 0-05
Congratulations to the minors on reaching their second consecutive Championship final. Next Sunday will be a huge day for the club, and regardless of any final results I am pleased to say there looks to be a promising future for the club with most of those minors sensible heads who will stick at the football. Two years in a row now we have beat Cross convincingly at this age group, hopefully a few of these lads will make the cut and push the Senior team on over the next few years.
Congrats to all involved and heres hoping for a REAL Harps Super Sunday next weekend!
Quote from: nashville on October 10, 2009, 06:49:50 PM
Harps 1-12 Crossmaglen 0-05
Congratulations to the minors on reaching their second consecutive Championship final. Next Sunday will be a huge day for the club, and regardless of any final results I am pleased to say there looks to be a promising future for the club with most of those minors sensible heads who will stick at the football. Two years in a row now we have beat Cross convincingly at this age group, hopefully a few of these lads will make the cut and push the Senior team on over the next few years.
Congrats to all involved and heres hoping for a REAL Harps Super Sunday next weekend!
That will be some craic with TWO Harps teams playing in the final, by all accounts the minors are top class the year and heres hoping we can win both games. What a night on the good side of town if that were to happen. ;)
Great performance, won every single indiividual battle. Was thinking to myself that some of them boys will have no trouble making their way into the senior team over the next few years.
Nice to be involved in both finals, Harps haven't won Senior and Minor in the same year since 1955 (not sure if they've even been involved in both finals since) so the boys are making history.
Quote from: thewingedlady on October 10, 2009, 07:15:42 PM
Nice to be involved in both finals, Harps haven't won Senior and Minor in the same year since 1955 (not sure if they've even been involved in both finals since) so the boys are making history.
Both teams reached finals in 1985(although not played on the same day) we won Minor and lost Senior to Ogs :( :( :( Lets hope for a slighty different and better outcome this time.
Great performance from the Harps in the first half, seemed to take their foot off the pedal in the second half though. Congratulation to all involved. Heres hoping we can do the double!! ;D
Quote from: Harpo on October 10, 2009, 09:49:37 PM
Great performance from the Harps in the first half, seemed to take their foot off the pedal in the second half though. Congratulation to all involved. Heres hoping we can do the double!! ;D
here,s hoping the minors are the only winners / up the OGS ;D
Good luck to harps minors and seniors next sunday. Hope we can do the double.
Great result yesterday lads. Any team who beats cross 3 times in competitive games are a great team.
Do us proud next week.
Our future looks to be safe again. :) :)
Well done to all who took part in last nites poker in the club,it was well supported.
I didn't see ya at it Kaaat, do you know who won it???
Sit you down nutsy--1, you must be blind. I was there,D bratton
Won it, Phily mc cabe 2nd ,3rd conn steveson
Bronko breen 4th
Great win for the Minors yesterday with ten points to spare.
Hopefully we we can take the opportunity to win our first back to back Minor titles since 2003.
A report of the match has been added to our website. Click on the link below to activate it.
Minors' Semi-final victory (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
When's the big match then?
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on October 11, 2009, 06:08:54 PM
Sit you down nutsy--1, you must be blind. I was there,D bratton
Won it, Phily mc cabe 2nd ,3rd conn steveson
Bronko breen 4th
Great night and very well supported - a plethora of legends there, including many Board members!!
Bad result for the Seniors today, falling by two points at St Michaels in a poor game of football.
A report of the match has been added to our website. Click on the link below to activate it.
Senior Defeat at Newtown' (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 11, 2009, 11:20:38 PM
Bad result for the Seniors today, falling by two points at St Michaels in a poor game of football.
A report of the match has been added to our website. Click on the link below to activate it.
Senior Defeat at Newtown' (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Fr!g yas anyway!
Newtown seem to be a bit of a bogey team for us over the years, I cant understand why but they have won more than their fair share of games against the Harps over the past four or five years.
The countdown is on.
C'mon the Harps!
kaaat get on with ur homework, does ur mum know ur on the computer in ur bedroom. :-[
Roll on Sunday @ 2pm and 4pm
are u goin with your mammy and daddy or can u be trusted on your own. ;)
C'Mon the Harps
C MON THE HARPS! :D
Kaaat stop shouting and watch your punctuations
come on the OGS
just wait and see no point startin predicitions its a long way down but a short way up.
Harps :D 1:9 ogs 1:7
Kaaat do you play for the Harps??????????? Are you just a supporter.
Quote from: thewanderer on October 16, 2009, 01:05:49 PM
Kaaat do you play for the Harps??????????? Are you just a supporter.
im a big supporter.
can't wait to sunday
Nerves really starting to kick in!!! Think the seniors will sneak it by a point, fingers crossed :)
Quote from: thewanderer on October 16, 2009, 01:05:49 PM
Kaaat do you play for the Harps??????????? Are you just a supporter.
wanderer are you a harpsman? ??? ???
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Quote from: thewanderer on October 16, 2009, 01:05:49 PM
Kaaat do you play for the Harps??????????? Are you just a supporter.
wanderer are you a harpsman? ??? ???
i,am a OGS man , cant wait to see the college/city boys making a swift exit out of drumarg :D
after losing to the mighty OGS men ;D
Quote from: torres on October 16, 2009, 08:01:32 PM
Quote from: judas1 on October 16, 2009, 07:44:36 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on October 16, 2009, 01:05:49 PM
Kaaat do you play for the Harps??????????? Are you just a supporter.
wanderer are you a harpsman? ??? ???
i,am a OGS man , cant wait to see the college/city boys making a swift exit out of drumarg :D
after losing to the mighty OGS men ;D
multi personalitys ???
Quote from: torres on October 16, 2009, 08:01:32 PM
Quote from: judas1 on October 16, 2009, 07:44:36 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on October 16, 2009, 01:05:49 PM
Kaaat do you play for the Harps??????????? Are you just a supporter.
wanderer are you a harpsman? ??? ???
i,am a OGS man , cant wait to see the college/city boys making a swift exit out of drumarg :D
after losing to the mighty OGS men ;D
you are full of it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
C'MON THE HARPS. 1 day to go can't wait
I see our ogs friends were out early this morning down at micky kellys.
Lets hope the old saying is correct,"HE WHO LAUGHS LAST,LAUGHS THE LOUDIST". ;)
c'mon the Harps minors
BUT Up the Fierce Rogues.
Quote from: judas1 on October 16, 2009, 07:44:36 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on October 16, 2009, 01:05:49 PM
Kaaat do you play for the Harps??????????? Are you just a supporter.
wanderer are you a harpsman? ??? ???
numpity,s without a brain cell between them :D
C'MON THE HARPS
Right - the next time I'll be on here the match will be finished, so all that remains to be said is
GOOD LUCK TO THE SENIOR AND MINOR SQUADS AND MANAGEMENT LATER TODAY!
THE WHOLE CLUB IS 100% BEHIND YOU ALL!
Quote from: Gaffer on October 18, 2009, 02:03:01 AM
Rufus T Firefly
You are clearly a Harps man through and through. Respect!! You serve your club well on this site.
May I wish you and all the Harps members and players all the best tomorrow against the Ogs.
Am tied up with our own final in Tyrone with Ardboe playing Dromore but will be looking out for a Harps victory tomorrow against the old Enemy.
Ardboe in Tyrone and Armagh Harps in Armagh will do me !!!!
C'mon Dromore then!!
C'MON THE HARPS
Woke up fierce early with the excitement.
Couldn't sleep so re-read a couple of chapters of Phil's book...........
Christ, but I'm proud to be a Harps man !
To the Harps family.......Enjoy the day.
Just want to wish both sides all the best as I have friends and family on both teams, may the best Harps team win.
The talking has been done now lets just take this home, Come on the Harps
Best wishes to both minors and seniors in todays matches. Proud to be a Harps man today.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 18, 2009, 12:46:19 AM
Right - the next time I'll be on here the match will be finished, so all that remains to be said is
GOOD LUCK TO THE SENIOR AND MINOR SQUADS AND MANAGEMENT LATER TODAY!
THE WHOLE CLUB IS 100% BEHIND YOU ALL!
would ya,s look at yourselves and your comments it was,nt so long ago ya,s had very few following ya,s in the league and gave up hope on everything even poor nudie , hipocrits the lot of ya,s
come on the ogs and give every other supporter what they want , AN OGS VICTORY ;D
commiserations to the harps on a truly woeful display NOT , ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
poor harpo did,nt get his medal ,heh heh heh heh heh heh ,
to all those proud to be a harps man and to the harps family [ what a load of shite ] :D :D :D
Wow what a retard
Quote from: torres on October 18, 2009, 06:14:12 PM
commiserations to the harps on a truly woeful display NOT , ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
poor harpo did,nt get his medal ,heh heh heh heh heh heh ,
to all those proud to be a harps man and to the harps family [ what a load of shite ] :D :D :D
You need to go back to school son because you are not wise in the head.
LAP IT UP , NOT SUCH A GREAT TEAM NOW ;D DRY YOUR EYES , UP THE OGIES :D
Quote from: torres on October 18, 2009, 08:15:08 PM
LAP IT UP , NOT SUCH A GREAT TEAM NOW ;D DRY YOUR EYES , UP THE OGIES :D
Sound like a proper Ogs fan alright posting on a GAA forum on the might his team win the county championship! Just be a gracious winner and quit with that shite!
Quote from: tyroneboi on October 18, 2009, 08:22:34 PM
Quote from: torres on October 18, 2009, 08:15:08 PM
LAP IT UP , NOT SUCH A GREAT TEAM NOW ;D DRY YOUR EYES , UP THE OGIES :D
Sound like a proper Ogs fan alright posting on a GAA forum on the might his team win the county championship! Just be a gracious winner and quit with that shite!
He's from Granemore.
What's the story torres, I thought you were taking the piss before the game with your comments but it's not too classy after the game.
just want to say well done to the harps minors on winning their 2nd championship in a row 2day. very good side and good management team to keep young lads heads right after winning 1 last year.
as for that tool torres wise up u tool your not even from ogs and your a disgrace to your club and the gaa but with a user name of torres you are obviously not a gaa man so get to bed, school in the morning and we see if your still shouting next sunday when maghery stop yous from going up to div 1 ;D,
Woke up this morning still proud to be a Harps Man.
Congratulations to the Minors.
It was great to see them all together in the club last night.
Best times of your life - winning a final with the mates you grew up with.
Commiserations to the Seniors. I sincerely hope we can push on from here, ger out of division 2 and challenge for the Championship again as soon as possible.
Congratulations to the Ogs - a fully deserved win by a club on the rise.
Congrats to the Ogs on their county title victory and well done Harps minors on 2 in a row.
Didnt make the trip for the match but from what ive heard so far the Ogs deserved their win and good luck to them for Ulster.
Harps can take heart in that if they had have been told 3 months ago they would be in county final few would have believed it. They need to regroup and push for promotion next season and with hopefully a few of the minors coming through it cant be too long until they are back in a county final.
Good Luck to the Harps Minor's this Friday Nite in Abbey Park in the Mick Higgins Final.
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on October 21, 2009, 06:38:41 PM
Good Luck to the Harps Minor's this Friday Nite in Abbey Park in the Mick Higgins Final.
thought you were in the no kaat, game off till friday 30th oct,lads playing for college in hurling final friday night
Harps Minor game off friday nite now, will be friday week folks.
Just heard 5 mins ago roothemount that game still on that they have called of the hurling final.
All Ireland winning minor captain Declan McKenna led Armagh Harps to victory in the Armagh MFC decider against Killeavey. See the closing stages and celebrations
http://armagh-gaa.com/Armagh-TV/News/Harps-make-it-2-Minor-titles-in-a-row.aspx
well done rory ;D
Harps news:
Please note:
On Sunday 25th October our Juvenile team play Ballymacnab in the Jim Donnelly Cup Final. The game will throw-in at noon in Ballymacnab.
Both scheduled Minor matches this weekend against Ballymacnab in the Mick Higgins Cup and the All County League have been POSTPONED. These may be refixed as a single game for Friday 30th October in Abbey Park. Confirmation of this will follow nearer the time.
The Senior game scheduled for Sunday away to Wolfe Tones has been POSTPONED.
Harps Notes.
U.16 FINAL
The Jim Donnelly Final between Harps and the Nab has been Moved to the Grange @ . 2.30pm throw in.
For f**k sake will ye make up your mind ;)
McCarthy say nothing...
Kaaat why where u up so late, after 9 get to bed early tonite. >:(
Say nothing,
Please note that the Annual Mass for Deceased Members takes place this Wednesday 4th November at 7.30 p.m. in St Malachy's Chapel.
Please pass the word on.
Further details, along with reports of the agony and ecstacy of last weekend, have been added to our website! :-\
Latest News (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Any dates out yet for the Minors, and who do they play?
Will the AGM be before Xmas? What about nominations etc...when do they have to be in?
ITS KAAT must be a shoe in for clubman of the year!! ;)
juveniles cant be nominated unfortunately, but he couldnt attend the presentation as its after 9pm bedtime. ps the penny has dropped who you are cassius ;)
Agm round nov sometime. Any changes will be posted.
Our Minors have two engagements this week:
On Friday 30th October at 7.00pm in Abbey Park, Harps Minors take on Ballymacnab in the final of the Mick Higgins Cup. (Ref: Jimmy McKee).
And on Sunday 1 November at 11.30am in Abbey Park, Harps Minors face Tir na nÓg in the AC Minor League (Ref: Malachy McNicholl).
The Annual Mass for deceased members has had to be postponed tomorrow night.
Please note that the Mass has been rescheduled for Thursday 12th November at 7.30 pm, in St Malachys.
Please pass this on.
Please note:
A Fancy Dress Disco for Primary School children will be held in the Social Club tomorrow evening, Friday, 30 October, from 7.00pm until 9.00pm. Admission is £3.
An ideal opportunity to drop the kids off and head up to Abbey Park to see our Minors take on Ballymacnab in the final of the Mick Higgins.
Dont worry Kaaat will be there ;D
your not a true harps man because you never played for them. maybe u will when you GROW UP but thats probually a bit late. ;) enjoy the primary school disco that you say u are goin too. ;D
::)
FFS wanderer and KAAAT why dont you two set up your own thread ?
Good luck to the minors in the mick higgins final.
sure there s no harm in communication, dont see a big load of debate at the minute. there must be a lot of members from one or two clubs who in hibernation until the new season ;)
Quote from: thewanderer on October 30, 2009, 09:04:00 AM
sure there s no harm in communication, dont see a big load of debate at the minute. there must be a lot of members from one or two clubs who in hibernation until the new season ;)
Are you still on your "strength and conditioning" programme? ;)
Good luck on Sunday....are the Og's providing the pre match singer?
have to say the last pre-match singer was very pleasing to the eye ;) and a good singer too. see u at the weekend :)
Quote from: thewanderer on October 30, 2009, 10:51:55 AM
have to say the last pre-match singer was very pleasing to the eye ;) and a good singer too. see u at the weekend :)
Have to agree 8), alas I'll miss the match and no live feed in downtown Baghdad ;)
your goin to the harps club then. ps How did the Vegas fight night finish up. Have u list on winners ;)
Aye, Seamie Co ;)
Seamy co is a lunatic and a sound man, I always make a point of seeing him when I go home even though I am immediately put in a headlock and dragged around the club.
Next time you see him let out a big VARADI out of ya and tell him stew said hello.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on October 27, 2009, 05:16:39 PM
Our Minors have two engagements this week:
On Friday 30th October at 7.00pm in Abbey Park, Harps Minors take on Ballymacnab in the final of the Mick Higgins Cup. (Ref: Jimmy McKee).
And on Sunday 1 November at 11.30am in Abbey Park, Harps Minors face Tir na nÓg in the AC Minor League (Ref: Malachy McNicholl).
Did they win last night? Any report?
Game was called off.
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on October 31, 2009, 09:40:56 AM
R is it s/c my bullet partner.
As Molloy says CIO. Hear PQ has a hamstring injury :D and is looking for MT as his replacement ;)
Kaaat dont keep repeatin things. ps are u any good at bowls are u worth a bet? is this ur main sport or is it darts?
Mick Higgins
fri 6th november
7.30pm
Abbey Park
One game decides 2 results, all county league fixture aswell
A number of dates for your diaries have been added to the Club website. (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Cheers Rufus,
Should hopefully make the AGM on the 24th ;D
Rufus lookin forward to the AGM, should be interesting new vice-chair needed? ;)
Quote from: umgolaarmagh on November 04, 2009, 10:19:16 AM
Cheers Rufus,
Should hopefully make the AGM on the 24th ;D
You can take the man out of The Harps, but you can't take The Harps out of the man!! :D
I shall be available to take 2010 membership fees umgola - take your wallet!! :P
i will post the cheque as per usual!!
cot time katt
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 05, 2009, 11:16:34 PM
A bounce check! good man kaaat coming on with the spelling. i told you before this is not a forum for school kids. ;)
harps game off 2nite . pitch inspection done,
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 06, 2009, 02:10:12 PM
harps game off 2nite . pitch inspection done,
heard it was on kaat,check your informant ::)
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 06, 2009, 02:10:12 PM
harps game off 2nite . pitch inspection done,
On another forum it says that the match is definitely on, your gonna have to check that out Its kaaat
Quote from: rootthemout on November 06, 2009, 03:27:18 PM
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 06, 2009, 02:10:12 PM
harps game off 2nite . pitch inspection done,
heard it was on kaat,check your informant ::)
just keeping u going.
match on.
couldnt see the ref calling it off.
the drains in abbey p.k working very well
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 06, 2009, 05:44:05 PM
couldnt see the ref calling it off.
the drains in abbey p.k working very well
You're on the ball as usual KAAAT
Always on the ball, well done to the minors last nite.
Harps Notes Harps Minors take on kileavey in the all county league final this Sunday 15th Nov @ 11.30am. Venue. carrickcruppen.
get back to bed kaaat
I see Collie retired from inter county
heard he might be retiring completely with family commitments
Please Note, The A.G.M will take place on tues 23rd of this month @ 8pm sharp. All members welcome
thanks for the invite Kaaat, sorry you wont be allowed in, underage :)
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 11, 2009, 10:08:10 PM
Harps Notes Harps Minors take on kileavey in the all county league final this Sunday 15th Nov @ 11.30am. Venue. carrickcruppen.
Has it been moved from Cullyhanna?
Quote from: bennydorano on November 13, 2009, 12:55:23 PM
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 11, 2009, 10:08:10 PM
Harps Notes Harps Minors take on kileavey in the all county league final this Sunday 15th Nov @ 11.30am. Venue. carrickcruppen.
Has it been moved from Cullyhanna?
benny its Kaaat dont forget
Quote from: thewanderer on November 13, 2009, 05:15:34 PM
Quote from: bennydorano on November 13, 2009, 12:55:23 PM
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 11, 2009, 10:08:10 PM
Harps Notes Harps Minors take on kileavey in the all county league final this Sunday 15th Nov @ 11.30am. Venue. carrickcruppen.
Has it been moved from Cullyhanna? got mixed up, i was told CARRICKCRUPPEN.
benny its Kaaat dont forget
Some one told me carricckcruppen, supposed to say cullyhanna
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 12, 2009, 08:11:49 PM
Please Note, The A.G.M will take place on tues 23rd of this month @ 8pm sharp. All members welcome
Forms for making Nominations and / or Motions for the forthcoming AGM, can be printed off the Club website.
Nomination Forms (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
Minor game is now in Granemore at 11.30am on Sunday
Quote from: bennydorano on November 14, 2009, 11:47:24 AM
Minor game is now in Granemore at 11.30am on Sunday
Thanks for the confirmation, Benny.
Is collie still a senior player for us???
Stuck at work, Howd the Minors get on.
Heard they were beaten by a point.
Thanks Rufus mines in the post with a few interesting motions.
Unlucky to minors yest.
Kaaat just because ur not allowed to vote, now p--- off. why no big headlines today u muppet. Rufus it is in the post.
Any major motions being put forward for OUR AGM this coming week
Candyman for President!!! ;D
you have got my vote CANDY as you have the know how and personality and also very popular among ur peers, never controversial ;D
Unlike yourself Wanderer there's no back doors in me... :-*
If I've something to say I'll say it without hiding behind a username!! ;)
so your real name is candyman, how appropriate ;)
Candyman is infamous. well known around these parts ;)
lads the show on last night on bbc about road bowls was some craic. Surely the Toals involved in the show are related to Peadar????
Quote from: winsamsoon on November 18, 2009, 03:17:21 AM
lads the show on last night on bbc about road bowls was some craic. Surely the Toals involved in the show are related to Peadar????
His uncle was on the show.
candy, ;) when the seagulls catches the trawler there be many fish to find
The Wanderers mate was on that Bullets show lastnight sporting a lovely Tan coloured leather jacket... ;)
A couple more well known skite merchants were present also, but it has been repeated about 3 times over the past 18months or so!!
Harps Notes
Next sunday our minors travel to Sarsfields belfast anybody wishing to travel down in the bus can contact the soical club for more details.
There will be a bus leaving from the club on sunday 29th nov.
Many Thanks.
Quote from: drici on November 18, 2009, 01:56:56 PM
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 18, 2009, 01:48:48 PM
Harps Notes
This sunday our minors travel to st pauls belfast anybody wishing to travel down in the bus can contact the soical club for more details.
There will be a bus leaving from the club on sunday morning.
Many Thanks.
Would check that again.
Also currently they will be heading to the Sarsfields pitch on the 29th.
http://sarsfields.antrim.gaa.ie/location.html Thanks drici, got mixed up there.
No problem.
http://sarsfields.antrim.gaa.ie/location.html
Candy my old once a towney always a towney, see u in Joes at the weekend ;)
Bow wow Benny :-*
is benny goin too! are you for belfast on the big red bus at the weekend. dont forget ur really an ogs man ;)
Tell my aul doll that and run before the reply... ;)
Have to agree with u there, my lips are sealed. :D
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 19, 2009, 12:16:00 AM
Armagh Harps Snooker
Tournament in memorie of Bernard Mc Ginn?The tournament is currently down to the last eight. Remaining matches will be played within the next two weeks. The final will be played in december,date to be comfirmed later.
Many Thanks.
tablets ::)
Quote from: fcuksake on November 19, 2009, 12:25:14 AM
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 19, 2009, 12:16:00 AM
Armagh Harps Snooker
Tournament in memorie of Bernard Mc Ginn?The tournament is currently down to the last eight. Remaining matches will be played within the next two weeks. The final will be played in december,date to be comfirmed later.
Many Thanks.
tablets ::)
no a lethal injection
Please Note
The A.G.M is this tues nite in the social club @ 7.30pm sharp.
Motions forms must be left in by sunday 22nd nov.
Thanks.
getting very fancy Kaaat with the colour scheme. must have learnt that in school over the last few days. lookin forward to the AGM. ;)
Quote from: thewanderer on November 19, 2009, 03:53:48 PM
getting very fancy Kaaat with the colour scheme. must have learnt that in school over the last few days. lookin forward to the AGM. ;)
I no everything, wanderer. :D :D
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 19, 2009, 06:18:24 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on November 19, 2009, 03:53:48 PM
getting very fancy Kaaat with the colour scheme. must have learnt that in school over the last few days. lookin forward to the AGM. ;)
I no everything, wanderer. :D :D
lookin forward myself.
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 19, 2009, 06:18:24 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on November 19, 2009, 03:53:48 PM
getting very fancy Kaaat with the colour scheme. must have learnt that in school over the last few days. lookin forward to the AGM. ;)
I no everything, wanderer. :D :D
But your not very good at the grammer or spelling, good lad ;D
Quote from: thewanderer on November 20, 2009, 09:08:04 AM
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on November 19, 2009, 06:18:24 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on November 19, 2009, 03:53:48 PM
getting very fancy Kaaat with the colour scheme. must have learnt that in school over the last few days. lookin forward to the AGM. ;)
I no everything, wanderer. :D :D
But your not very good at the grammer or spelling, good lad ;D
the state of yaaa
Kaaat i hear ur lookin a transfer to mullabrack, any truth that they have rejected you ;)
Should be an interesting AGM with the fall-out over the new management appointment. Previous management team not too happy?????? 5 man selection panel will have some questions fired at them.
say nothin and roothemout at the AGM 8)
Quote from: thewanderer on November 23, 2009, 04:00:26 PM
say nothin and roothemout at the AGM 8)
wanderer will you make appearance 8) you will have your spys there!!!!
Glad to see you back on the thread Judas, you must have got over ur disappointment of nuddie not making it. lets see what u make of the big meeting. Thread wearily as the backstabbers haven't gone away ;)
interesting meetin last nite, still tired. Well any word of some of yous die hards steppin into the breach. Big decisions ahead for the new committee to keep the fold together ;)
what went down, whos the new management team?
some member you are, not attending the AGM. IF YOU HAD HAVE BEEN THERE U WOULD KNOW WHAT WENT ON. >:(
Quote from: thewanderer on November 25, 2009, 11:33:15 AM
some member you are, not attending the AGM. IF YOU HAD HAVE BEEN THERE U WOULD KNOW WHAT WENT ON. >:(
was that you stirring the pot wanderer and then taking the post ;)
could we get a brief summary of the main points from last nite??
Quote from: gotthereb4u on November 25, 2009, 12:38:44 PM
could we get a brief summary of the main points from last nite??
sure. and can we have a look at crossmaglens accounts ;D ;D
Quote from: gotthereb4u on November 25, 2009, 12:38:44 PM
could we get a brief summary of the main points from last nite??
Say Nothing, you should have been there.
Quote from: thewanderer on November 25, 2009, 11:33:15 AM
some member you are, not attending the AGM. IF YOU HAD HAVE BEEN THERE U WOULD KNOW WHAT WENT ON. >:(
Unfortunately some of us work late hours, can't be in 2 places at once. Sure you obviously were there...
tromust be a little embarassing lads if use wont tel wat went on!!!!
Quote from: hound of ulster on November 25, 2009, 12:44:33 PM
Quote from: gotthereb4u on November 25, 2009, 12:38:44 PM
could we get a brief summary of the main points from last nite??
sure. and can we have a look at crossmaglens accounts ;D ;D
You can get those accounts from the ni office, sure didnt they fund the club. Kaaat would say nothins vote have made a difference. I think he was there!!!
Just want to know what is going on with our beloved club. Please excuse my ignorance if some of my points are common Knowledge or have Been referred to before. Firstly, the only interest I have is the success of Armagh Harps Club, I have no hidden agendas or am I siding with anyone.
I was unable to attend last nights AGM due to work commitments, I was aware that a management team had been put in place for next years senior team, now I hear that a vote of no confidence was taken against the committee who appointed the new management thus making their selection null and void. Then the club was unable to select a chairman as the man that was going to stand could not stand as he was part of the committee that received a vote no confidence.
Then to my dismay I see an article in todays Ulster Gazette, a loyal supporter lambasted the sacking of Paul Dynes and Martin Grimley as they had guided the team to the county final, and poured scorn to the new management selection of Benny O'Kane, I feel everybody has the right to an opinion but to take it to the local papers was uncalled for especially as the stage for this objection was the AGM which only took place last night. Adding to this, the loyal supporter insulted Benny's credentials, quote'' Bennys previous record with both Armagh Harps and Armagh County team was a complete disaster. Although these teams did not set the world alight an Ulster senior county crown and an U-21 county title/senior county semi final are not what I would call a complete disaster.
Personally I think the new management should have been appointed after the AGM. I for one am not going to go into the pros and cons of Dynesy/grimley and bronco/benny but I do feel we should pull together as a club and move forward as one
its easy to see who the loyal supporter is! the man who was to help the previous management team of dynes and grimley and who was overlooked. Looks like a real poison chalice for the man that takes the job now. dirty washing in public bad reflection from a so called loyal supporter >:(
This situation is farcical obviously and when are we going to learn from the mistakes of the past? I know the men involved here and Benny O'Kane is a good man and a tremendous Harpsman, he was an excellent ambassador for both club and county and for some bitter twat to besmirch his career in the local rag is a disgrace.
As for some of the other characters involved in the management teams, they are top notch men as well but unfortunately they are now involved in this mess and they deserve better. Dynes/Grimley/Bronco/Benny are all top men, good lads all and I know this post, like the other posts before it does not put the club in a good light but FFS get men involved that are capable of learning from the mistakes of the past and take the club forward without all this divisive acrimony.
Rant over, I will post no more on this thread and urge others to do the same if it involves the drama going all currently.
For anyone to send in a letter like that and then laughably sign themselves off as a loyal harpsman should be ashamed of themselves. A total disgrace.
Most people posting on this thread are men whose primary concern is the good of Armagh Harps. They have no hidden agendas.
I would therefore ask that these issues around the Club do not be posted on this public forum, as it is certainly not in the best interests of our Club.
I agree Rufus. There are too many nosey people around here
Whilst not wishing to drag the Club's current issues out any longer on this thread I feel I can't let the Gazette letter go without comment.
No matter if you want Benny and Bronco or you want Dynesy and Marty or like me you don't mind either way........
What John Morrison allowed to be published in this week's paper was an astounding insult to the club. He abused his position to publish a letter pandering to his own grotesque ego at the expense of both the Club and Benny O'Kane. He should apologise unreservedly to the Club and to Benny O'Kane in next weeks edition.
Shame on you Beefer.
As a reader of the board over the last while I have decided to contribute. As an Ogs man, who enjoys the great rivallry, I have to agree with rufus that this is not the place to discuss these matters as they should stay in-house and getted sorted out there. The use of the local paper was a very low dig. If the shoe was on the other foot I would not like our club to be dragged around like this and esp. people adding there own wee bits just to make it all sound more interesting. Dont forget every club hits these low points at some stage.
Please note: Harps face Cavan champions Killann Gaels this Sunday in the preliminary round of the Ulster Minor Club Championship at Rossa's pitch (next to St Paul's). Throw-in is at 12.00pm.
Nn more posts on this tread about the a.g.m.
Harps man.
Quote from: thewanderer on November 25, 2009, 06:35:23 PM
its easy to see who the loyal supporter is! the man who was to help the previous management team of dynes and grimley and who was overlooked. Looks like a real poison chalice for the man that takes the job now. dirty washing in public bad reflection from a so called loyal supporter >:(
Your confirming what was said ogshead. Now you know who the new helper of grimley and dynes was to be. What about his track record with teams, never mind benny,s, not too impressive for the self proclaimed top coach in ireland. screwball >:(
Quote from: thewanderer on November 26, 2009, 12:35:39 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on November 25, 2009, 06:35:23 PM
its easy to see who the loyal supporter is! the man who was to help the previous management team of dynes and grimley and who was overlooked. Looks like a real poison chalice for the man that takes the job now. dirty washing in public bad reflection from a so called loyal supporter >:(
Your confirming what was said ogshead. Now you know who the new helper of grimley and dynes was to be. What about his track record with teams, never mind benny,s, not too impressive for the self proclaimed top coach in ireland. screwball >:(
wanderer why don,t you f88K off with your shit stirring :-[
good man hound its not shit stirring. but as rufus says no more comments- subject closed
Quote from: hound of ulster on November 26, 2009, 03:01:22 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on November 26, 2009, 12:35:39 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on November 25, 2009, 06:35:23 PM
its easy to see who the loyal supporter is! the man who was to help the previous management team of dynes and grimley and who was overlooked. Looks like a real poison chalice for the man that takes the job now. dirty washing in public bad reflection from a so called loyal supporter >:(
Your confirming what was said ogshead. Now you know who the new helper of grimley and dynes was to be. What about his track record with teams, never mind benny,s, not too impressive for the self proclaimed top coach in ireland. screwball >:(
wanderer why don,t you f88K off with your shit stirring :-[
When you have a thread on your club on a public forum and people start telling tales your gonna get shit stirrers. Goes with the territory
are harps minors playing in the st.pauls tournament this weekend?
Maybe this will be a lesson in why not to have a thread in a public forum. no more comments please!!!!!!!!!!!!
The wanderer, why dont you climb back up whatever ass you came out of because your just a dickhead. I made a point that a letter had been put into a local newspaper and I wanted to convey my disappointment. I for one do not need you to tell me what to do on this board, I can do or say what I want and when I want. I do respect that people like Rufus do not like to see the dirty linen aired in public and they have a point, its something that I have said in the past myself, but I just couldn't take it anymore and said what I had to say, but them elder members have earned my respect and I hope vice versa. Everybody knows you're a WUM, head back to the motherland of Orchard County.
tut tut, spirit dont take it personal ,too many making contributions at this stage when more serious action by the people involved may happen. i just think enough has been said in public. ps dont start talkin about ass,s
;) A lot of work has went into my posterior :o
Quote from: randomtask on November 26, 2009, 09:53:33 PM
are harps minors playing in the st.pauls tournament this weekend?
They are indeed.
You can get the details here! (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=82&cntnt01returnid=37)
keep it clean thewandered and spiritof98
Great win for the Minors over Killan Gaels of Cavan.
The Irish News report of the game has been added to the Club Website, and a few photos of the match are attached below. The photos are courtesy of Billy McLarnon - thanks very much to him.
Match Report (http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers)
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Well done to the Harps Committee on a well written defence of our club.
Having read John Morrison's article and the Sports Editor's letter it looks like John Morrison was not pandering to his own grotesque ego......rather he has no control over what is / is not published on the pages which carry his name......strange way for a journalist to operate.
Anyway, thats the Gazette side of things sorted. Well done.
Thats what you get i suppose with a unionist based paper which generally doesnt provide too much Gaa coverage.
How's it going folks?
I was just wondering what way your manager situation was now in terms of Grimley and Dynes and if they were taking you this year?? Not trying to stir anything up. I am generally interested as my club (Eglish) are on the hunt for a new manager. I am not involved in anyway with picking the manager, as i've said just asking out of interest.
Thanks for your help.
"rather he has no control over what is / is not published on the pages which carry his name"
That sounds a bit far fetched to me....a bit of a coincedence that a letter from a disgruntled supported is on his page touting him as part of a proposed management setup and rubbishing the other candidates credentials. Especially on a page which never normally carries letters at all....I think Morrison was using his soap box to get his point across no matter what he says....
Quote from: Sanchez on December 02, 2009, 01:16:54 PM
How's it going folks?
I was just wondering what way your manager situation was now in terms of Grimley and Dynes and if they were taking you this year?? Not trying to stir anything up. I am generally interested as my club (Eglish) are on the hunt for a new manager. I am not involved in anyway with picking the manager, as i've said just asking out of interest.
Thanks for your help.
was your first name wesay a few months back???? ::)
Quote from: Scarface on December 02, 2009, 01:27:16 PM
I think Morrison was using his soap box to get his point across no matter what he says....
Hold on a minit though. The letter writter called Beefer one of the top coches in Ireland. Surely it is stretching credibility too much to think that Beefer or Beefer beag would write sucha thing. ::)
you must be joking anything is possible with beefer
Some good pictures of the minor game up. Great game last sunday, go up to some antics in belfast on sunday night though, looking forward to the q/final.
Any idea what time in the club on saturday night??
Is that a McCoy in the last pic?
Quote from: stew on December 03, 2009, 05:17:16 PM
Is that a McCoy in the last pic?
Good spot Stew - that's Paddy - Mazzie's son (I think :-\).
Maybe I'd just be safer saying he's a grandson of Patsy! ;D
Rufus he is the spittin image of mazzie, I'd say ye are right on that score.
I hear he is a good un as well, is he a senior prospect like his aul fellah?
Quote from: stew on December 03, 2009, 09:51:37 PM
Rufus he is the spittin image of mazzie, I'd say ye are right on that score.
I hear he is a good un as well, is he a senior prospect like his aul fellah?
All the McCoys are good prospects. That family has served us well.
Mazzie's lad Martin has already starred for the County Under 21s and is a first fifteen player for us. However Flea's young fella - Mark - who does full back for the Minors - has great potential for the future. A brilliant reader of the game - absolute class act.
By the way - I'm just back with JG, after eight-a-side soccer at Ardmore, and Mazzie was running the show up there as well!!!
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on December 03, 2009, 10:36:07 PM
Quote from: stew on December 03, 2009, 09:51:37 PM
Rufus he is the spittin image of mazzie, I'd say ye are right on that score.
I hear he is a good un as well, is he a senior prospect like his aul fellah?
All the McCoys are good prospects. That family has served us well.
Mazzie's lad Martin has already starred for the County Under 21s and is a first fifteen player for us. However Flea's young fella - Mark - who does full back for the Minors - has great potential for the future. A brilliant reader of the game - absolute class act.
By the way - I'm just back with JG, after eight-a-side soccer at Ardmore, and Mazzie was running the show up there as well!!!
You watch yerself rufus, we dont need you keeling over dead on us now, you arent as svelt as once you were. ;D
Is the boul JG still breaking every light indoors? he was a deadly man for ballooning the feck out of the ball back in the day but he would still be one of the first names I would have had on the teamsheet in a longstone hall of fame team.
I am not surprised that the McCoy boys are studs, their da's I knew well and they were both excellent footballers and men of character. Flea though was the durtiest wee hoor you ever saw on the football field, you'd be hit, in agony and he never got booked yet, he was smart about it. Mazzie was a class act as well, he could play anywhere and played both outfield and in goals for the County. Great harpsmen both.
Harps Snooker Final,in memorie of Bernard Mc Ginn
This sat nite in social club at 7.00pm.
Brendan Murtagh takes on the strongly favourite seamy corrigan.
Best of 5 frames.
All Welcome.
By harps snooker commiitee helper
Kaaat do u help clean the balls ( snooker com. member ). ;)
Quote from: ITS KAAAT on December 09, 2009, 01:02:23 PM
Harps Snooker Final,in memorie of Bernard Mc Ginn
This sat nite in social club at 7.00pm.
Brendan Murtagh takes on the strongly favourite seamy corrigan.
Best of 5 frames.
All Welcome.
By harps snooker commiitee helper
Hope seamy co takes her, great lad altogether.
It's an 8.30pm start for the Snooker.
Quote from: bennydorano on December 09, 2009, 06:51:49 PM
It's an 8.30pm start for the Snooker.
was talking with seamy and brendan tues nite both agreed to start at 7 as i said best of 5 frames would take long. if you didnt start to 8.30pm u miteing get it over to 11r 12 would be late enough.
also confirmed it with paul k.
Who won the snooker?
Hard luck to the Minors yesterday. I didn't make the game unfortunately as I was laid up with some cross between the cowld and the flu.
Reports suggest that Omagh were a very good team indeed and were not undeserving of their win. Brilliant game of football though, and our lads showed great fight and determination throughout.
All the best to Omagh in the remainder of the campaign - I think they now play Dungiven which should be a good game. Congratulations also to Bronco and the Minor management and squad - you all did the Club proud lads!! 8)
seamy beat brendy 3-2 some massive breaks the highest was 9. bring on ding number 26 with fried rice please :D
Quote from: thewanderer on December 15, 2009, 09:58:15 AM
seamy beat brendy 3-2 some massive breaks the highest was 9. bring on ding number 26 with fried rice please :D
Lmao
Dream team on board now? Benny & Bronco, maybe a number of members will rejoin the subcommittees now that the dream team are here. Should be certs for another final this year according to some.
Maybe they will have a better strike rate than our neighbours.....1 in 10 8)
Here's hoping anyway, but if I was a gambler I'd back Dromintee.
Quote from: Muhammed McCarthy on December 29, 2009, 08:56:10 PM
Maybe they will have a better strike rate than our neighbours.....1 in 10 8)
Here's hoping anyway, but if I was a gambler I'd back Dromintee.
Muhammed you are a gambler, so do i see a wager on dromintee which will fail when or if they meet Cross.
ps Im sure you would take one its been 19 years and counting, starting to look like Liverpool.
Seen in the papers and tv that the local gaa clubs, club captains plus Rory Grugan armagh minor vice captain last carried the late cardinal dalys remains into the cathederal. Can someone tell when James Clifford was appointed the Harps club captain. >:(
Quote from: thewanderer on January 06, 2010, 12:07:19 PM
Seen in the papers and tv that the local gaa clubs, club captains plus Rory Grugan armagh minor vice captain last carried the late cardinal dalys remains into the cathederal. Can someone tell when James Clifford was appointed the Harps club captain. >:(
where does one even start making sense of that? ???
or is that the point to wander off midpost
Cuchulainns James Clifford was carrying the coffin instead of the captain Nippy or another player if he wasnt available. ( he was the only non captain of the local teams not carrying the coffin but Mr Clifford was. ) looked silly. >:(
raise the issue with Chair or Sec, if they have one appinted yet,
im sure either would give a full explanation as to how the club didnt contact Nippy
also it might be a quicker way to find out things in the first place rather than talking about it online
Is this not a club thread. ps why does it bother you if your from the cuchulainns and you dont seem to even know that the chair and secretary has been appointed. Only making an observation and noting comments made by a few members. :( ps discussion on the matter now closed from me as i will find out directly.
What concern is it of yours Wanderer? I thought you were on Ogsman? well, pretending to be anyway.
ps matter closed for me just asked a question on an observation. bye/bye
Quote from: thewanderer on January 06, 2010, 06:09:18 PM
Is this not a club thread. ps why does it bother you if your from the cuchulainns and you dont seem to even know that the chair and secretary has been appointed. Only making an observation and noting comments made by a few members. :( ps discussion on the matter now closed from me as i will find out directly.
Do you always have to slabber and try to stir shite on the Harps thread?
Stew go back to ur Eskimo hut in foreign places. What would you know anyway. bye bye
Nippy has his hand in plaster so carrying the coffin would be somewhat difficult!!
Being the great Harpsman you are Wanderer I thought you would have known that... ;)
did know that candy no other players available for such an important event. just thought it strange no other reason. >:(
Quote from: thewanderer on January 07, 2010, 11:53:39 AM
did know that candy no other players available for such an important event. just thought it strange no other reason. >:(
wankerer,who was the ogs men on guard duty?could they notall be kitted out the same?
Hound maybe that should be kep to the Ogs thread. Is the wanderer not a Harps man anyway?
ogs had 6 on guard duty. 4 senior players in their senior tracksuits and 2 committee members in their pearse og committee suits. dont know why i even bothered to reply to that though.
ps well said el, maybe im blind but i saw ciaran mc kinney dressed in a formal ogs jacket, tie and trousers the same as the other captains of the other local club captains and james clifford. hound obviously goes to remedial classes and has bad eyesight. :D
Was the club was represented?
Yes!!!!!
by who?
James Clifford
who cares?
Nobody!
end of story.
On a more Harps note, looking forward to the new season with renewed optimism, promotion is a must and another good run in the championship, if we're being realistic i'll take a championship in the next 3-5 years, but its amazing how quick teams can both improve and implode
Happy New Year Realspirit hope you had a good time. Thank god thats the end of that, know not to ask innocent questions again. ;)
I rarely post on the forum but merely use it to keep up to date by dropping in now and again, but have to say wanderer you really are a nob
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on January 07, 2010, 04:30:19 PM
On a more Harps note, looking forward to the new season with renewed optimism, promotion is a must and another good run in the championship, if we're being realistic i'll take a championship in the next 3-5 years, but its amazing how quick teams can both improve and implode
Realistically Spirit, with the possibility of Killeavey and Mullaghbawn both staying in the first division it leaves it a bit easier for the harps to get promoted again. As you say, Promotion is a must
Quote from: thewanderer on January 07, 2010, 11:53:39 AM
did know that candy no other players available for such an important event. just thought it strange no other reason. >:(
So you expected a young fellah to carry a coffin who was in plaster did you? are you that thick that you dont know that would be a very, very bad idea?
Good to see you backtracking dickhead,and quit embarassing the Club and by extension the members within.
Quote from: thewanderer on January 06, 2010, 04:07:18 PM
Cuchulainns James Clifford was carrying the coffin instead of the captain Nippy or another player if he wasnt available. ( he was the only non captain of the local teams not carrying the coffin but Mr Clifford was. ) looked silly. >:(
So you knew 'captain nippy' :D was in plaster but you thought if he wasnt available it should have been 'another player'
I know what should have happened, the Harps should have demoted captain nippy and made someone else captain and had them represent the club, is that it?
Muppet.
Quote from: thewanderer on January 07, 2010, 09:13:40 AM
Stew go back to ur Eskimo hut in foreign places. What would you know anyway. bye bye
I live in a house, not a hut.
You must be an idiot if you think eskimos live in Green Bay. :)
What foreign places are you referring to? were I live is not foreign to me. ;)
What would I know about what exactly?
Given recent negative responses to your postings about sub-committees and about funerals, here's a wee word of advice Wanderer.
There's a Preview button on the Post Reply screen.
It might be a good idea to use it to double check comments before posting.
Have a look at what you are about to post and ask yourself
- is it interesting ?
- is it of any importance to anything or anyone ?
- is it of any relevance ?
- is it adding any value to the thread ?
Otherwise you end up pissing people off and getting pissed off yourself in turn.
Passing didnt think everyone would get so hot and bothered about a simple question which i thought would be relevant to harps people as to WHY. Dont think its too demeaning to ask! I think the answer to the preview is that obviously it is of interest when a number of harps people asked the question. but thats the end of IT
Jesus would you lads wise the F*&k up and take your little agendas & personal gripes elsewhere
Back to football. Best of luck to Benny & Bronco this year, I'd take another final appearance!! Promotion is a must, if we want to bring on the excellent minors we have had the last few years. If it happens a realistic stab at winning a county title is possible in the next 3 years
A Championship run is nice for all involved in the Club but this season I think Bronco and Benny will be judged on how they deal with the following conundrums:
Promotion - crucial and will determine if the season is viewed as a success or not.
Peader Toal - needs to play more than a handful of games and to contribute more on and off the field;
Boys studying / working away from home - how does the team get best out of these lads ?
Deccie McKenna - how best to use him and integrate him and 2 or 3 others from the Minors
Declan Coulter - great athlete but needs to play more football now
We should be optimistic. On our day we are one of the better teams in the County.
Best of luck lads.
Quote from: Passing_Interest on January 08, 2010, 02:02:31 PM
A Championship run is nice for all involved in the Club but this season I think Bronco and Benny will be judged on how they deal with the following conundrums:
Promotion - crucial and will determine if the season is viewed as a success or not.
Peader Toal - needs to play more than a handful of games and to contribute more on and off the field;
Boys studying / working away from home - how does the team get best out of these lads ?
Deccie McKenna - how best to use him and integrate him and 2 or 3 others from the Minors
Declan Coulter - great athlete but needs to play more football now
We should be optimistic. On our day we are one of the better teams in the County.
Best of luck lads.
Promotion: Spot on, no excuses on that score and we should go up.
peadar toal: Time to shit or get off the pot, if his interest wanes kick his arse to the kerb and move on.
This Friday night - 15th January - is a big night for the Club.
Our Minor team are being honoured with a Civic Reception in the Palace Demesne at 7.00 pm, to mark their achievement in winning the 2009 Armagh Minor Championship. The reception is being hosted by the Mayor of Armagh, Thomas O'Hanlon.
Following the reception, there will be a Presentation evening taking place in the Social Club, with proceedings commencing at 9.00 pm.
A disco will follow the various presentations, and a buffet will also be served.
In addition to cups won by our Minor team this year, the Tom Markham Cup will also be on display. Armagh Minor manager Paul McShane will be among the guests.
An invite is extended to all Harps members and their friends to come along to the Social Club.
I wonder if the bye in the senior c'ship will benefit us in any way, i probably would have liked to see us facing a lower ranked div 1 opponent to get things going, we are going to be playing Div 2 all year plus are 2nd round opponents will have the experience of a c'ship game under their belt. I suppose you cant really judge until later on in the year but we'll take it.
Spirit your correct there, I think its better to see action in the first round as it gives you a high intensity game under your belt which your round 2 opponents will have when the next game comes up.
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on January 14, 2010, 09:13:14 AM
I wonder if the bye in the senior c'ship will benefit us in any way, i probably would have liked to see us facing a lower ranked div 1 opponent to get things going, we are going to be playing Div 2 all year plus are 2nd round opponents will have the experience of a c'ship game under their belt. I suppose you cant really judge until later on in the year but we'll take it.
Funny, this is a conversation that I have already had with a couple of people. We've had some tough opening round draws in recent years, so to get a bye appears to be a plus at first glance. However, if the Championship is run off over a relatively short period, then there is a danger that we will be at a disadvantage against a team with a recent Championship victory under their belt. Still, probably better to get a bye than a tough draw!
Many years ago, when I used to play, there were seventeen teams in the Senior Champinship, with a preliminary round match to be played. I wonder is the drop in numbers down to the dominance of Rangers over the years?
All Harps Ultras (including umgola :)) please note that 2010 membership is now due.
As normal, fees can be paid to any member of the Committee or to Sean Powell at the Club.
Heard there was a great turnout of "sharks" i mean players :P at Fridays poker night.
Someone has said that even the ex baker made a name for himself, and made some lovely tea & buns. ;)
Keep up the good work lads, Good to see everyone enjoying themselves.
Quote from: sitdown on January 25, 2010, 07:03:03 PM
Heard there was a great turnout of "sharks" i mean players :P at Fridays poker night.
Someone has said that even the ex baker made a name for himself, and made some lovely tea & buns. ;)
Keep up the good work lads, Good to see everyone enjoying themselves.
Agree, good nights craic and got a few pound too, suprised rufus wasn't waiting in the wing with hand out, plenty of boys not happy with pros like Paul 'devilfish' McKenna being allowed to enter ;)
Just a note to advise that there will be a Youth Registration Night, in the Social Club, next Wednesday night, 10th February, from 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm.
Please pass these details on.
How young are we going to now rufus, my wee lad has just turned 4 and is starting the indoor hurling next week. Do we facilitate this age
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on February 02, 2010, 11:58:56 PM
How young are we going to now rufus, my wee lad has just turned 4 and is starting the indoor hurling next week. Do we facilitate this age
I think he should be alright Spirit - could go for the Under 6s.
I'll mention to James C. and let you know.
The future's bright Spirit!
Quote from: BenDover on February 03, 2010, 08:11:16 AM
The future's bright Spirit!
Here's hoping, if he's half as good as you we'll be lucky ;) ;)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on February 03, 2010, 12:13:20 AM
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on February 02, 2010, 11:58:56 PM
How young are we going to now rufus, my wee lad has just turned 4 and is starting the indoor hurling next week. Do we facilitate this age
I think he should be alright Spirit - could go for the Under 6s.
I'll mention to James C. and let you know.
I take it there's no problem with the above matter.
Lads
The Youth Registration Night was seriously well attended.
For example the Under 10s had 24 players register alone. Bear in mind most adults don't usually register their kids at this age until the first few weeks of training......there could be 40 - 50 Under 10s out on 14 March !
Which brings me to a really important point. The Under 10s have 2 coaches in place at the moment - Olly Houlahan and Malachy Hughes. With the numbers predicted, they need 4 or 5 in place to handle the training. The Under 12s are in a similar position.
Please think about offering sometime to these teams and if you cant, encourage some of your fellow Harps men who might.
Thanks boys.
Quote from: Passing_Interest on February 14, 2010, 05:19:16 PM
Lads
The Youth Registration Night was seriously well attended.
For example the Under 10s had 24 players register alone. Bear in mind most adults don't usually register their kids at this age until the first few weeks of training......there could be 40 - 50 Under 10s out on 14 March !
Which brings me to a really important point. The Under 10s have 2 coaches in place at the moment - Olly Houlahan and Malachy Hughes. With the numbers predicted, they need 4 or 5 in place to handle the training. The Under 12s are in a similar position.
Please think about offering sometime to these teams and if you cant, encourage some of your fellow Harps men who might.
Thanks boys.
Heard the Registration Night was a roaring success. The Marketing Committee met on Monday night and made up 180 Registration Packs, and these were all distributed on the night. Absolute respect to those behind the night. I hear POR was also in attendance.
PI makes a good point above - I will put something up on the website to try and encourage support.
Congratulations to the Harps on an enjoyable steak night. The food was very good and I have to compliment Say Nothin on his hospitality and attention to detail. One minor issue was the non attendance of Judas after him giving me grief about buying tickets.
Harps Snooker Competition.
In Memorie of peter Lynch
All first round matches must be played by 21st of March.
First Game gets underway this friday nite in social club @ half 7.
FIXTURES TO FOLLOW
For your Diaries:
Harps have two attractive challenge games lined up on successive Sundays.
This coming Sunday (14 March), the Senior team will face the current Down champions, Kilcoo. Throw-in is at noon, which will leave enough time for those who wish to travel to Crossmaglen to see Armagh v Kildare in the NFL.
The following week, Sunday 21 March, the Seniors and B (Reserves) will face their counterparts from Castleblaney Faughs. Throw-in for the Senior game will be at Noon with the Reserve game to follow at 2.00pm.
Keep up-to-date with all things Harps on the website at: www.armaghharps.com
I hear Nuddie is turning out for faughs b team just to get a dig in here and there. Will he be left on his ass again after the game in the bar.
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_5Qcl1S1MdQQ/SSAhriw3jWI/AAAAAAAANNY/BY-Da3283-)
Rough St. Patrick's day SP? ;)
Paddy O'Rourke looks ahead to Down v Armagh
http://armagh-gaa.com/Armagh-TV/News/VIDEO--Paddy-O-Rourke-looks-to-Down-clash.aspx
A few Notices:
Armagh v Down
Tickets for tomorrow evening's Armagh match against Down are available for collection from the Social Club for those members who have pre-ordered.
The Youth Committee will be providing complimentary sandwiches/cocktail sausages etc during the live screening of the game from the Marches in the Social Club and sandwiches will be available for returning supporters.
Feile
Our U-14s travel to Dromintee tomorrow afternoon to face the South Armagh lads in what should be an exciting and closely contested game. Throw-in is at 3.00pm.
skiddy any report on last weeks challenge or did it take place? is minnie away to port mor.
A very useful run out against a much fitter Kilcoo side who were comfortable in the end.
Here whats this about Harps playing Tullysarron in a challenge last week, with 8 of county final team playing, and only scraping by? Sarron chap telling me on Paddys Day, took it with pinch of salt
The youth of Armagh Harps have been invited to a Fun Day this coming Saturday (27 March) from 12.00pm until 4.00pm at Mount St Catherine's Primary School.
Keep up-to-date with all things Harps at: www.armaghharps.com
Notice:
Armagh Harps presents a Primary School Disco in the Social Club this coming Thursday, 1 April, from 7.00pm until 9.00pm. Admission is £3 and all children of primary school age are welcome.
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Harps news, fixtures and notices on the website at: www.armaghharps.com
Was wondering the crack regarding B football? I hear its to start wed week, any word on training or how to put your name forward?
Quote from: Na Clairsigh on April 02, 2010, 11:20:55 AM
Was wondering the crack regarding B football? I hear its to start wed week, any word on training or how to put your name forward?
Not sure when, contact any commitee member and they could tell you.
Notice:
For a list of all scheduled Harps' League games (all grades), please click on the link below.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on April 02, 2010, 02:16:02 PM
Notice:
For a list of all scheduled Harps' League games (all grades), please click on the link below.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers
Update: Change of Date for U-16 League Game
LINWOODS U-16 LEAGUE
Saturday 17/4/10 @2pm Div 1 Rd 1
Armagh Harps v Clann Eireann Ref; J.McKee
For all up-to-date Harps news visit the website at: www.armaghharps.com
Good win for the Seniors on Saturday evening - not a great performance, and to give credit, Ballyhegan appeared stronger than in previous encounters - but two valuable league points secured - hopefully the start of a successful campaign! Well done to Benny, Bronco et al.
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Notice:
Armagh Harps Annual Golf Classic, in association with Fourstar Pizza Armagh, will tee-off at County Armagh Golf Club on Friday 14th May.
Tee times are available from any Committee Member, £140 per four-ball.
Notice re: B League
A list of Harps' scheduled 'B' League games has been added to the Club's website. For a list of all scheduled fixtures (all grades), please click on the link below.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?page=news-offers
is rufus stranded by the volcanic ash with no match reports or has he retired.
I spotted him in Belfast last week so i don't think the ash cloud has him trapped - maybe he just doesn't want to enlighten us as to how Ballymcnab beat the harps :P :P
i dont think it was the volcanic ash cloud that caused the airline disruptions but rather the new harps cleaner who mistakenly cleaned the harps trophy cabinet. ;D take the joke in the best possible taste lads.
Yes, Wanderer, the County Minor trophy has been there that long it has become quite dusty!
skiddy we had the same problems for years with minor and lots of underage throphies until we decided to get players who would take senior football serious and not have to be begged at the end of season to come back to play when there might be some glory on the horizon. you should try it. its hard to beat hard work, loyalty and desire. forget about the glory seekers and develop the loyal players in the club.
The Sean Doran Memorial Cup will be played for in our away league game to Keady on Friday 7th May at 7.15pm. All proceeds will go to Marie Cure Cancer Care.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on April 28, 2010, 03:01:27 PM
Yes, Wanderer, the County Minor trophy has been there that long it has become quite dusty!
I'm just surprised it's been in the cabinet at all because it hadn't been out of the local papers for a good while there
Quote from: thewanderer on April 28, 2010, 03:32:02 PM
skiddy we had the same problems for years with minor and lots of underage throphies until we decided to get players who would take senior football serious and not have to be begged at the end of season to come back to play when there might be some glory on the horizon. you should try it. its hard to beat hard work, loyalty and desire. forget about the glory seekers and develop the loyal players in the club.
Wha?
iv heard about clutching at straws but a report of last years u21 match with the ogs in this weeks observor. we had some laugh at that. just as well we dont reproduce last years reports of championship victories over the harps at all grades or the paper would be full :D
Quote from: thewanderer on April 28, 2010, 03:32:02 PM
forget about the glory seekers and develop the loyal players in the club.
:D
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p290/RufusTFirefly1/SeanDoranCup.jpg)
Pictured at the launch of the Sean Doran Memorial Cup:
Bottom row left to right Keady Chairman - Willie Monaghan, Colum & Claire Doran (Sean's children) and Harps Chairman Paul Gribben;
Back row left to right, Colum Doran (Sean's brother) and Harps Assistant Secretary, Tony Kelly.
This is the second year that the memorial trophy will be played for, with Keady having secured a hard fought win in Abbey Park last year.
Nearly £3,500 was raised that night for Marie Cure Cancer Care and this year's proceeds will be equally shared between Marie Cure Cancer Care and the Keady Doctors' Centre.
The game throws in at 7.15pm on Friday 7th May in Gerard McGleenan Park, Keady. The Cup presentation will take place in the Sportsmans Bar in Keady after the match.
good to see you back rufus from extended volcanic excursion or was it an old sicky ;) hope theres a big turnout for the charity game, u can count on me ;)
Any full member interested in obtaining a ticket for Derry v Armagh in the championship should register their interest with Assistant Secretary Tony Kelly on 07882668256 before Sunday 9th May.
when did tony "the butler " kelly become the harps ass. secretary. ps i will call into joes on sunday and order tickets of him. ;)
benny is tonights game v keady in the league as well as for the sean doran memorial cup?
Notice: For details of all Harps Ladies League Fixtures for 2010 for all grades, please click on the link below.
http://www.armaghharps.com/index.php?mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0&cntnt01articleid=181&cntnt01returnid=37
Tickets for the Derry v Armagh game are being given out at 8pm on Monday night in the Social Club.
Any reports from the game on Friday night,
SPIRIT check that date with paul mc gillan 07999168944 cheers
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on May 10, 2010, 10:24:40 AM
Any reports from the game on Friday night,
Good win. We had a relatively inexperienced team out although Keady were understrength too. Match was tight for about the first forty minutes or so, before we puled away in the last quarter. Good to see youth getting its chance!!
Good win tonite, only seen about 20mins but St. Peter's looked well out of there depth, what about the mighty Butler!! theres hope for us all
I enjoyed the Harps Golf Classic. Well organised and good craic. I won nothing but neither did the bloke who dumped our team for the low handicap group!
A big thanks to the organisers
Quote from: john mcgill on May 15, 2010, 06:18:02 PM
I enjoyed the Harps Golf Classic. Well organised and good craic. I won nothing but neither did the bloke who dumped our team for the low handicap group!
A big thanks to the organisers
just to let you know john the bloke does not play with hackers!!!!!!! he plays with golfers :D :D :D :D :D
ARMAGH HARPS FIXTURES W/C: TUESDAY 18 MAY 2010
DATE VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
18 MAY
U-14 Championship: Pearse Og v Harps
Venue: Pearse Og Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
WEDNESDAY
19 MAY
U-21 Championship: Killeavy v Harps
Venue: Killeavy
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm *
THURSDAY
20 MAY
U-16 League: Clan na Gael v Harps
Venue: Eire Og
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
FRIDAY
21 MAY
Senior League: Silverbridge v Harps
Venue: Silverbridge
Time: 7.30pm*
Ladies U-14: Eire Og v Harps
Venue: Eire Og
Time: TBC*
SATURDAY
22 MAY
Ladies Senior: Killeavy v Harps
Venue: Killeavy
Time: TBC*
SUNDAY
23 MAY
B League: An Port Mor v Harps
Venue: An Port Mor
Time: Throw-in 6.00pm*
MONDAY
24 MAY
Ladies U-16: St Peter's v Harps
Venue: St Peter's
Time: TBC*
*CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
Our Seniors held on for a one point victory tonight in a thrilling match in Silverbridge - final score, Harps 0-12, Silverbridge 0-11.
Congratulations to the Harps girls (below), who were members of the Armagh Minor team that recently won the Ulster B Championship. They are from left to right, Cailin Duffy, Siobhan Feeney, Fionnuala McKenna and Kellyann Conlon.
(http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p290/RufusTFirefly1/DSC02311.jpg)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on May 21, 2010, 10:55:45 PM
Our Seniors held on for a one point victory tonight in a thrilling match in Silverbridge - final score, Harps 0-12, Silverbridge 0-11.
how the bridge did not win this rufus i dont know?
Quote from: Legs11 on May 23, 2010, 12:02:32 AM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on May 21, 2010, 10:55:45 PM
Our Seniors held on for a one point victory tonight in a thrilling match in Silverbridge - final score, Harps 0-12, Silverbridge 0-11.
how the bridge did not win this rufus i dont know?
I'm sure the Bridge ones will feel that they could have and should have won this match - they missed a couple of very good opportunities. Very enjoyable match I might add! Well done to both teams!
ARMAGH HARPS FIXTURES W/C: TUESDAY 18 MAY 2010
DATE
VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
25 MAY
U-14 League: Clan na Gael v Harps
Venue: Eire Og's Pitch (Davitt redevel'ment)
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
WEDNESDAY
26 MAY
B League: Harps v Pearse Og
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm *
Ladies Senior: Dromintee v Harps
Venue: Dromintee
Time: TBC*
THURSDAY
27 MAY
U-16 League Harps v Pearsre Og
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
FRIDAY
28 MAY
Senior League: Madden v Harps
Venue: Madden
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
SATURDAY
29 MAY
U-12 Go Games Blitz:
Teams: Harps, An Port Mor, Grange, B'hegan
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: 3.00pm*
SUNDAY
30 MAY
NO SCHEDULED GAME
MONDAY
31 MAY
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
TUESDAY
1 JUNE
U-14 League: Harps V Pearse Og
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
*CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
any report on the madden match. did any of the B players play ie joe quigley and jungle mc kee?
ARMAGH HARPS FIXTURES W/C: TUESDAY 1 JUNE 2010
DATE
VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
1 JUNE
U-14 League: Harps v Pearse Og
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
WEDNESDAY
2 JUNE
B Championship: Harps v Madden
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
THURSDAY
3 JUNE
U-16 League Harps v Clan na Gael
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
FRIDAY
4 JUNE
Senior League: Harps v Granemore
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
SATURDAY
29 MAY
U-8 Blitz: Teams: Harps, Pearse Og, Grange, T'saran, AP Mor
Venue: Pearse Og Park
Time: 10.45am*
U-12 League: Harps v Clann Eireann
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 4.00pm*
SUNDAY
30 MAY
USFC: Armagh v Monaghan
Venue: Casement Park, Belfast
Good luck to Charlie, Nippy and the rest of the squad
MONDAY
7 JUNE
U-18 League: Clan Na Gael v Harps
Venue: Eire Og's Pitch (Davitt redevel'ment)
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm
TUESDAY
8 JUNE
U-14 League: Harps V Wolfe Tone
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
how did the b team do last night. any chance of the team that played last night.
B Vs Madden
Jarlath Golicki
Liam Mc Auley
Paul Kelly
Kevin Daly
John Vernon
Mark Mc Coy
Conn Stevenson
Declan Mc Kenna
Laurence Mc Kenna
Liam Mc Kenna
Karl Loughran
Conor O Hara
Padraig Rafferty
Ciaran Clifford
Matthew Cartmill
have the reports dried up? none for the madden & granemore matches. will benny now be comin under pressure from his critics.
Oh go away and annoy someone else will ya! You must be very bored - you seem to be really into what the Harps are doing yet you do not even follow them. You could always go and start a Pearse Og thread?
of course I'm interested in the harps, i wouldn't be asking about them otherwise. once u start a thread its an open forum so I'm intitled to comment. ur a bit touchy
2 massive home games coming this weekend, i take it nippy and Charlie will be back, 4 points are essential.
ARMAGH HARPS FIXTURES W/C: TUESDAY 8 JUNE 2010
DATE
VENUE & TIME*
WEDNESDAY
9 JUNE
B League: Collegeland v HARPS
Venue: Collegeland
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
THURSDAY
10 JUNE
U-16 C'ship: Clann Eireann v HARPS
Venue: Clann Eireann
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm* ET if needed
Ladies U-16: Derrynoose v HARPS
Venue: Derrynoose
Time: TBC
FRIDAY
11 JUNE
Senior League: HARPS v Clann Eireann
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
SATURDAY
12 JUNE
U-12 League: St Peter's v HARPS
Venue: St Peter's
Time: Throw-in 4.00pm*
Ladies Senior League: HARPS v Dromintee
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: TBC
SUNDAY
13 JUNE
Senior League: HARPS v Wolfe Tones
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 2.00pm*
U-10 Blitz: Teams: HARPS, An Port Mor, Naomh Eoin, B'Hga
Venue: An Port Mor
Time: 10.30am*
MONDAY
14 JUNE
U-18 League: Clann Eireann v HARPS
Venue: Clann Eireann
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm
CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
What two contrasting games, yesterdays win leaves Fridays capitulation all the more frustrating considering the nabs victory over granemore, looks like we have a fight on our hands for 2nd place only. The lads showed great determination in the last 10 mins after going 3 behind following a tones penalty. Some strange decisions from the referee. slightly worried that after getting 3 scores in 5 minutes resulting from long balls into nippy that we then decided to run the ball into the forward line for the next 20 mins resulting in only scrappy hand passing and a break down of attacks due to crowding out, however then in the last 5 mins a few long balls did the trick again. Some of the young minors coming through seem to be struggling a bit with confidence and it took a few old timers like Ebby and Joe to steady the ship (cant believe i just called joe an old timer)
Spirit would have expected yous to have won both games comfortably. It must have been had to take the defeat on friday when well ahead with only minutes left. looks like nab are sure things for promotion with granemore the biggest challenge to u for promotion. the game in granemore looks crucial. clan eirann now seeem to be on a roll too.
ARMAGH HARPS FIXTURES W/C: TUESDAY 15 JUNE 2010
DATE
VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
15 JUNE
U-14 Championship: HARPS V Crossmaglen
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm* ET if necess
WEDNESDAY
16 JUNE
B League: Annaghmore v HARPS
Venue: Annaghmore
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
THURSDAY
17 JUNE
U-16 League: Clann Eireann v HARPS
Venue: Clann Eireann
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
FRIDAY
18 JUNE
NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
SATURDAY
19 JUNE
U-12 Championship: Clann Eireann v HARPS
Venue: Clann Eireann
Time: Throw-in 4.00pm* ET if necess
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U-8 GO GAME Blitz: Teams: HARPS, Ogs, Grange, T'saran
Venue: Tullysaran
Time: 10.45am
SUNDAY
20 JUNE
Senior League: Ballyhegan v HARPS
Venue: Ballyhegan
Time: Throw-in 2.00pm*
MONDAY
21 JUNE
Minor League: Pearse Og v HARPS
Venue: Pearse Og Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
Members interested in being considered for tickets for Armagh V Donegal match should advise Tony Kelly by text/phone on 07882668256 or e-mail tonyarmagh@hotmail.com by midday Monday 21 June 2010
Armagh Harps fixtures: W/C 29 June 2010
DATE VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
29 JUNE B League: HARPS v Grange
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
WEDNESDAY
30 JUNE
NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
THURSDAY
1 JULY U-16 Shield: Clan na Gael v HARPS
Venue: Eire Og's pitch
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm* Extra Time if R'qd
FRIDAY
2 JULY
NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
SATURDAY U-8 GO GAME Blitz: Teams: HARPS, Ogs, Grange, T'saran
3 JULY Venue: Tullysaran
Time: 10.45am
______________________
U-12 League: Tir na nOg v HARPS
Venue: Clann Eireann
Time: Throw-in 4.00pm*
SUNDAY
4 JULY Senior League: HARPS v Balymacnab
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 2.00pm*
U-14 Championship: HARPS v Clann Eireann
Venue: Collegeland
Time: Throw-in 7.00pm* ET if R'qd
MONDAY
5 JULY Minor League: Tir na nOg v HARPS
Venue: Tir na nOg
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
*CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
Armagh Harps Summer Camp 2010.
Armagh Harps will run their week long summer camp from Monday 2nd – Thursday 5th August, the week following on from the Cúl Camp run by Armagh County Board.
It will start at 10am and will run until 2pm.
The camp is open to both boys and girls who have:
Completed Primary 1 to those who have completed 1st Year in Secondary School.
The cost is £20 per child or £35 per family, each child will be required to bring suitable playing equipment, water-bottle and a lunch on each day.
Forms are available at underage coaching sessions and must be returned as soon as possible, as the camp is limited to 80 players.
xcellent performance on Sunday against the league leaders, really thought 7-2 was not enough but we played against the wind very well. The 'Nab' looked very tired and seemed to be out on their feet with 15 to go.
I take it the absence of any real Harps talk on this thread now is due to the harassment to all things Harps from other posters.
Armagh Harps fixtures: W/C 6 Julu 2010
DATE VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
6 JULY NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
WEDNESDAY
7 JULY
B C'ship: Pearse Og v HARPS
Venue: Pearse Og Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm* ET if required
THURSDAY
8 JULY U-16 Shield: Clan na Gael v HARPS
Venue: Eire Og's pitch
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm* Extra Time if R'qd
FRIDAY
9 JULY
NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
SATURDAY
10 JULY U-12 League: HARPS v Pearse Og
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 4.00pm*
SUNDAY
11 JULY NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
MONDAY
12 JULY NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
*CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
Very sorry to have to report the passing of our former President Dessie Boylan after a recent illness.
Dessie was a great club man and an absolute gentleman.
May He Rest In Peace.
One true gentleman, who would always make time to have a craic with both young and old.
A true Gael, and a great clubman, whose presence will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace...
Armagh Harps fixtures: W/C 13 July 2010
DATE VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
13 JULY NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
WEDNESDAY
14 JULY NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
THURSDAY
15 JULY U-16 League: HARPS v St Paul's
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
FRIDAY
16 JULY Senior League: HARPS v Keady
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 2.00pm*
SATURDAY
17 JULY NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
SUNDAY
18 JULY NO SCHEDULED GAMES*
MONDAY
19 JULY Minor League: HARPS v St Peter's
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
*CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
Armagh Harps Fixtures for week commencing Tuesday 20 July 2010:
TUESDAY 20 JULY
U-14 League: Pearse Og v HARPS
Venue: Pearse Og Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm
WEDNESDAY 21 JULY
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
THURSDAY 22 JULY
U-16 League: Pearse Og v HARPS
Venue: Pearse Og Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm
FRIDAY 23 JULY
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
SATURDAY 24 JULY
U-12 Shield: HARPS v St Paul's
Venue: TBC
Time: Throw-in 4.00pm Extra Time if R'qd
SUNDAY 25 JULY
Senior League: Clann Eireann v HARPS - GAME POSTPONED
MONDAY 26 JULY
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
Check the Harps website for the latest news and updates at: www.armaghharps.com
Harps' ACL Senior game away to Clann Eireann, which had been scheduled for this coming Sunday, has been postponed
Armagh Harps' Fixtures for w/c 27 July 2010
DATE VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
27 JULY U-14 League: Wolfe Tones v HARPS
Venue: Wolfe Tone
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
WEDNESDAY
28 JULY Senior League: Ballyhegan v HARPS
Venue: Ballyhegan
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
THURSDAY
29 JULY U-16 League: HARPS v Clann Eireann
Venue: Abbey Park Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
FRIDAY
30 JULY Senior League: St Peter's v HARPS
Venue: St Peter's
Time: Throw-in 7.30pm*
SATURDAY
31 JULY U-12 Blitz: Teams: HARPS, Grange, T'saran, Mid'town
Venue: Grange
Time: 3.00pm*
__________________________
U-8 Blitz: Teams: HARPS, T'saran, An Port Mor, Grange
Venue: Tullysaran
Time: 10.45am
SUNDAY
1 AUGUST NO SCHEDULED GAMES
MONDAY
2 AUGUST NO SCHEDULED GAMES
Check the Harps website for all the latest news and updates at: www.armaghharps.com
Armagh Harps fixtures for w/c Tuesday 3 August:
TUESDAY
3 AUGUST
U-14 League: HARPS v St Peter's
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
WEDNESDAY
4 AUGUST
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
THURSDAY
5 AUGUST
U-16 League: St Paul's v HARPS
Venue: St Paul's
Time: Throw-in 7.15pm*
FRIDAY
6 AUGUST
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
SATURDAY
7 AUGUST
U-10 Blitz: Teams: HARPS, P Og, , B'hegan, Tir na Nog
Venue: Portadown
Time: 11.00am*
__________________________
U-12 League: Clan na Gael v HARPS
Venue: Eire Og pitch
Time: Throw-in 4.00pm
SUNDAY
8 AUGUST
Senior League: St Michael's v HARPS - POSTPONED
MONDAY
9 AUGUST
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news on the website at: www.armaghharps.com
As a mark of respect to the late Jimmy Dynes, tomorrow's Harps Senior match against St Michael's has been postponed.
Also there will be no live music in the Social Club this weekend.
ARMAGH HARPS FIXTURES W/C: TUES 17 AUGUST 2010
DATE
VENUE & TIME*
TUESDAY
17 AUGUST
U-14 League: Clann Eireann v HARPS
Venue: Clann Eireann
Time: Throw-in at 7.15pm*
WEDNESDAY
18 AUGUST
Senior League: Clann Eireann v HARPS
Venue: Clann Eireann
Time: Throw-in at 7.30pm*
THURSDAY
19 AUGUST
U-16 League: Clan na Gael v HARPS
Venue: Eire Og Pitch
Time: Throw-in at 7.15pm*
FRIDAY
20 AUGUST
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
SATURDAY
21 AUGUST
U-10 Blitz: Teams: HARPS, P Og, , B'macnab, G'more,
Venue: Middletown
Time: 10.45am*
___________________________
U-12 League: Clann Eireann v HARPS
Venue: Clann Eireann
Time: Throw-in at 4.00pm*
SUNDAY
22 AUGUST
Senior League: Granemore v HARPS
Venue: Granemore
Time: Throw-in at 2.00pm*
_____________________
U-18 Mick Higgins Cup: HARPS v Keady
Venue: Abbey Park
Time: Throw-in at 6.00pm*
MONDAY
23 AUGUST
NO SCHEDULED GAMES
CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES/UPDATES AT: www.armaghharps.com
Harps senior game v Wolfe tones will be played at Eire Og's pitch this Friday evening at 7.15.pm
Jack Bratton - R.I.P
The man was a legend. May he rest in peace
Just a reminder to all that there will be a Table Quiz held in the Social Club this evening at 8.30pm.
All are welcome to this fun, family-orientated quiz!
Admission is £4 for adults and £3 for children.
Please note that tonight's scelduled minor Shield game at home to Clan na Gael has been postponed as Abbey Park is waterlogged.
Please Note:
Harps' senior league game this Friday evening (10 September) at home to Silverbridge,, will throw-in at 8.00pm and not 7.00pm as listed in today's Irish News.
Too many Harps legends are dying off these days and I am glad to see that the posters that give the club unfair stick on here have laid off recently.
It was great to be back in the club when I was at home, the pints are the best in town and the company was fantastic, up the harps.
Quote from: stew on September 09, 2010, 03:44:53 PM
It was great to be back in the club when I was at home, the pints are the best in town and the company was fantastic, up the harps.
Great to see you and Uncle Sean back home in the Club Stew!! 8)
Our intrepid cyclists got off to a good start early this morning when they left Abbey Park on the long road to Dublin. A few photos are attached;
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A few more photos;
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A few more participants and supporters!
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The group reaches Farmacaffley with Colm and Jim Marley setting a blstering pace and Uncle Stumps and Tootsie....well.....giving it their all..... :) ;
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That'll be a good days craic.
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on September 11, 2010, 10:00:46 AM
That'll be a good days craic.
Correct el cuervo - and a night's craic to follow!!! They're staying down there!! ;D
That'll be tidy!! I hope Bert doesn't wreck the place
Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on September 11, 2010, 10:09:30 AM
That'll be tidy!! I hope Bert doesn't wreck the place
:D I know - we couldn't get hotel insurance!!
Word through at 10.30 that everyone has reached Ardee, safe and well!! :)
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Quote from: el_cuervo_fc on September 11, 2010, 10:09:30 AM
That'll be tidy!! I hope Bert doesn't wreck the place
:D I know - we couldn't get hotel insurance!!
Word through at 10.30 that everyone has reached Ardee, safe and well!! :)
:D
good stuff
Benny O'Kane was first to reach Croke Park - he got there about 12.15. Dom Clarke and Bubbley Smith next in. Last group is on the outskirts of Dublin and should be there by 2.30.
Ebby and Gareth Richards got lost around Blayney, although were subsequently found!! :D
No sign of Bonehead? Thought he would have been a shoe-in... ;-)
there'll be a few sore arses tonight. fair dues to all involved.
Congratulations to all involved.
Was Dom Clarke a late recruit, he told me at the match last nite he wasn't going.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 11, 2010, 02:24:31 PM
Benny O'Kane was first to reach Croke Park - he got there about 12.15. Dom Clarke and Bubbley Smith next in. Last group is on the outskirts of Dublin and should be there by 2.30.
Ebby and Gareth Richards got lost around Blayney, although were subsequently found!! :D
What time did they leave at?
I hear that residents of Slane were phoning the Gardai and the RSPCA to report that Duffys Circus were dressing their baby elephants in lycra and training them to ride bikes........further investigation revealed it was just Stumpy
Quote from: Passing_Interest on September 12, 2010, 07:15:43 AM
I hear that residents of Slane were phoning the Gardai and the RSPCA to report that Duffys Circus were dressing their baby elephants in lycra and training them to ride bikes........further investigation revealed it was just Stumpy
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A great day and night, feel like someone's embalmed my thighs with concrete but well worth it.
A great idea and one to be repeated I'm sure.
Quote from: Candyman on September 11, 2010, 03:51:59 PM
No sign of Bonehead? Thought he would have been a shoe-in... ;-)
To be fair, I had only heard about Benny getting to Croker first - I think he was involved in a sprint finish with Fintan Sherry and Bonehead!!
Only one scheduled fixture to note this week:
Our U-18s take on Clan na Gael this Saturday (18 September) afternoon in the Minor Shield. Throw-in is at 2.00pm in Abbey Park.
Big shout out for the Under 10s this evening lads.
Ended the season today by getting to the final of the Clann Eireann Tournament. Group victories against Naomh Brid of Belfast, St. Pauls of Lurgan were followed by a great QF win over the Ogs :) and a semi win over St. Peters. There was no fairy tale ending as the hosts beat us well in the final but as anyone who knows their underage football will tell you...there is no disgrace in losing to Clann Eireann at this level.
Good end to good year for a good wee team.
Quote from: Passing_Interest on September 18, 2010, 05:29:56 PM
Big shout out for the Under 10s this evening lads.
Ended the season today by getting to the final of the Clann Eireann Tournament. Group victories against Naomh Brid of Belfast, St. Pauls of Lurgan were followed by a great QF win over the Ogs :) and a semi win over St. Peters. There was no fairy tale ending as the hosts beat us well in the final but as anyone who knows their underage football will tell you...there is no disgrace in losing to Clann Eireann at this level.
Good end to good year for a good wee team.
Well done to the whole squad for keeping the flag flying this late in the season. And also fair play to the management - if they pass on their knowledge to the youngsters, then look out for some great
house parties football in the future!!
Some great photies there all right, Benny being there first is no surprise, he could still pull on the jersey and not disgrace himself, flea is lookin well and I was very diasppointed not to see him.
On another note, many thanks to the club for the training session Stumpy put on for the kids I brought over, they all said that that was the highlight of the trip from a sporting perspective and they loved playing that wee friendly after being coached by stumpy, he was an absolute star and a credit to the club.
The Harps have taken a fair amount of stick over the years by clampetts on here, all I can say is that the club is in great hands and I was very proud to be a harpsman watching my wee team learn the basics of the greatest of games in Abbey park, they had a great time and again thanks to the Club for allowing us to participate.
Two games to note in your diaries this week:
On Saturday, our Ladies take on Lavey, the Cavan champions, in the Intermediate Football Championship. Throw-in is at 2.30pm in Abbey Park.
On Sunday, our Seniors face St. Michael's in the League. Throw-in is at 2.00pm in Abbey Park.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on September 22, 2010, 06:41:10 PM
Two games to note in your diaries this week:
On Saturday, our Ladies take on Lavey, the Cavan champions, in the Intermediate Football Championship. Throw-in is at 2.30pm in Abbey Park.
On Sunday, our Seniors face St. Michael's in the League. Throw-in is at 2.00pm in Abbey Park.
Sort yourselves out for Sunday lads! ;)
Notice: Armagh Harps have six tickets for Sunday's All Ireland Ladies final- priced €20 each and are available on a first come first served basis from the Social Club.
A Table Quiz and Disco will be held in the Charlemont Arms Hotel on Thursday 30 September in memory of Caroline Rice-Hynds and to raise funds for Action Cancer. Caroline passed away in April following a lengthy and courageous battle against cancer. Throughout this difficult time (and since) her four children continued to represent Armagh Harps at various levels, and Club members' participation at the evening would be greatly appreciated.
Entry is £5.00 Per Person and everyone is welcome. Come along and bring a team!
Our Ladies Senior Football Team are putting bunting and flags up around the Club tomorrow night, in preparation for their big Ulster Club game on Saturday.
If you have a bit of spare time to help out, then please get down to the Club tomorrow for 7.00 pm.
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Killeavy 1-07 Armagh Harps 1-08
Armagh Harps avenged last year's County final defeat to deny Killeavy the accolade of becoming Intermediate Champions just a year after winning the Junior Championship.
In a nail-biting encounter Aveen Dooley opened the scoring, which was immediately cancelled out by Shauna McCready. Siobhan Feeney took the lead for Harps again before Aileen Matthews snatched on a lose ball played in by Marianne Watters and slammed the ball to the net. Matthews showed her best form when she plucked a ball from the clouds, turned a kicked the ball over the bar with barely a glance at the posts. Aveen Dooley extended the Killeavy lead again after good work from Matthews before Fionnula McKenna pulled one back for the Harps and put a halt on the Killeavy momentum. Mc Cready combined with Paula Powell to set up Niamh Bratton for the final score of the half leaving the score line 1-3 to 0-4 in favour of Killeavy.
Two points from Shauna McCready and a superb individual effort from Fionnula McKenna cancelled an Aileen Matthews free kick and brought the sides level for the first time. Tanya McCoy was a rock at the back for Harps but Sharon Reel found a
way through the rearguard to put her side back in front. A free from Matthews was cancelled out again by a Niamh Bratton point following brilliant play by Shauna McCready. Aveen Dooley restored Killeavy's lead again but trailing by two points
in the dying seconds of the game Harps were awarded a free kick. Sinead McParland was told only a goal would do, so the Harps player stepped up and duly planted the ball past Nicola Cromie who had been outstanding for Killeavy throughout the game.
Tanya McCoy who had been a rock in the Harps defence carried the ball up the field and Killeavy had run out of time, left to rue missed opportunities and a freak ending.
It was a cracking game, very evenly matched and on the day a draw would have been a fair result but proud captain Paula Powell added another medal to her 1998 County medal and received the cup on behalf of an excellent Armagh Harps outfit who fully deserved their victory in a thrilling Final.
Many thanks for posting that excellent report, drici.
Armagh Harps Ladies now take on Cavan champions, Lavey, in the Intermediate Football Championship this Saturday (2nd October) afternoon. This will be a great challenge for our Ladies as they make their foray into Ulster club football. Throw-in is at 2.30 pm in Abbey Park and all are encouraged to lend their support as the push for Ulster honours begins.
Also, please note that our B Team will play St Peter's in the B League Northern Section semi-final this Sunday (3 October). Throw-in is at noon at St Peter's ground.
Ulster Intermediate Football Championship
Preliminary Round
Lavey (Cavan) 3-16
Aodh Rua (Donegal) 1-04
Quarter-Finals
Armagh Harps (Armagh) 4-11
Lavey (Cavan) 2-15
Truagh Gaels (Monaghan) 7-13
Devenish (Fermanagh) 1-05
Newry Shamrocks (Down) 0-12
Ardtrea (Derry) 4-06
St. Dympnas (Tyrone) 2-14
St Galls (Antrim) 6-14
Semi-Finals
09-10-10 (Saturday)
Armagh Harps v Truagh Gaels (Monaghan)
17:00 Abbey Park, Armagh
Eugene O Hare (Down)
Ardtrea (Derry) v St Galls (Antrim)
Final
Ulster Intermediate Football Championship Semi Finals
Armagh Harps 0-05
Truagh Gaels (Monaghan) 3-12
Ardtrea (Derry) 1-09
St Galls (Antrim) 4-15
DIVISON TWO
Harps earn promotion Play Off
St Michaels 2-08 Armagh Harps 3-08
Armagh Harps earned a promotion playoff with Granemore following their second half comeback to defeat relegation threatened St Michael's. Harps will take on Granemore on Saturday 3-30 at Ballymacnab with Extra Time if necessary. This fixture was in jeopardy at half-time against the Newtown side as they were leading Harps 1-5 to 1-4 with Darragh Faherty and Harps Gareth Swift trading goals. Harps played the sweeter second half tune sparked by a converted Joe Quigley penalty and tok a commanding lead until a second 3 pointer from Faherty threw St Michael's a lifeline which was quickly cut loose by a second Swift goal.
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Notice:
The Annual Mass for deceased members will be held on Thursday 4th November , in St Malachy's at 7.30pm.
I just got back from our clubs annual general meeting, hands down the best thing we did in the year was take a group of kids from the states to Abbey park, the kids and parents voted the gaelic training stumpy put on the highlight of the season, the Harps are a special club and the kids i brought with me love the fact that 100 kids were there training even though their area was five times bigger yet one fifth of the playing population of the City of armagh.
The Gaa is an amazing concept, and the people like rufus and stumpy are the backbone of the organization, to me the games are original and challenging and I am proud to be a gael.
Notices for Friday 29 October:
A Fancy Dress Halloween Disco for primary school children from P4 to P7, will be held in the Armagh Harps Social Club on Friday 29 October, from 7.00pm until 9.00pm.
Admission is £3 per child and all primary school children from P4 to P7 are very welcome.
The Mick Higgins Cup Final will be played between the U-18s of Armagh Harps and Pearse Og this Friday evening in Abbey Park. Throw-in will be at 7.30pm.
Can one confirm if it is of any benefit as a member of the club to attend this years AGM. Having not being there last year due to the pressure's of starting a new job but hearing how farcical it was, one wants to know is it a waste of time? Supposable new Chairman not standing because of vote of no confidence in football debate, then Breen/ O'Kane rejected as incoming managers then to be reappointed as managers by the chairman that wasn't to be. Feeling a bit mixed up. :(
Quote from: Harps true on October 27, 2010, 08:40:27 PM
Can one confirm if it is of any benefit as a member of the club to attend this years AGM. Having not being there last year due to the pressure's of starting a new job but hearing how farcical it was, one wants to know is it a waste of time? Supposable new Chairman not standing because of vote of no confidence in football debate, then Breen/ O'Kane rejected as incoming managers then to be reappointed as managers by the chairman that wasn't to be. Feeling a bit mixed up. :(
One should stay at home - it'll help one clear one's head!! ;)
Armagh Harps invites all 2010 Active Members to an "Appreciation Night" in the Social Club this coming Saturday evening (6 November).
A light supper and music will be provided as a mark of gratitude to those who have given their time during the year for the benefit of the Club.
Come along, bring your partner and enjoy the craic!
Skiddy is there a free bar, if so i might gate crash
That seems to be a typical arrogant attitude from a few in the club in these last few years. Was only asking, don't let the true facts hurt Rufus!!!
Quotethe kids i brought with me love the fact that 100 kids were there training even though their area was five times bigger yet one fifth of the playing population of the City of armagh.
Imagine how impressed they would have been in a real GAA area in the likes of Silverbridge!
Quote from: Harps true on November 02, 2010, 09:17:54 PM
That seems to be a typical arrogant attitude from a few in the club in these last few years. Was only asking, don't let the true facts hurt Rufus!!!
One sought advice. One provided one with said advice. And now one doth protest??
Methinks one doth protest too much!! ;)
Never protested in all my years about anything Harps, just simply supported everything Harps for the record. Opinion should always be respected at all times weather one thinks it's right or wrong!!!!
Quote from: Harps true on November 03, 2010, 08:11:28 PM
Never protested in all my years about anything Harps, just simply supported everything Harps for the record. Opinion should always be respected at all times weather one thinks it's right or wrong!!!!
Well said that man!
A great attitude which serves you well!! 8)
Thanks, but still no answer to my original question. But what to hell!!! Anyway hope there's a good turnout at deceased members mass tomorrow night, it will be the first time I won't be there in a long time, but will remember all the Harps greats in my prayers.
Quote from: Harps true on November 03, 2010, 09:15:17 PM
Thanks, but still no answer to my original question. But what to hell!!!
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Good to see you still have hair on your head after all these years!!! ::) and still thinking.
Well done to our B squad today. A good win over our city rivals, when's final?
things must be bad on the player front when harps had to introduce a minor who is recuperating from a major knee injury and cant play mc rory cup football at the minute. he turned out last nite as well in the mick higgins final and had to retire injured with the knee problem. silly move and could have long term repercussions.
Lads sorry to intrude but was just letting a few of you know about a big Christmas tournament (texas hold'em) i'm running on Tue 28 Dec in our clubrooms. Only £30 in and £2k is guranteed. I know a good few of you play in Armagh and if you're interested drop me a PM.
Quote from: thewanderer on November 08, 2010, 08:48:15 AM
things must be bad on the player front when harps had to introduce a minor who is recuperating from a major knee injury and cant play mc rory cup football at the minute. he turned out last nite as well in the mick higgins final and had to retire injured with the knee problem. silly move and could have long term repercussions.
wanderer for someone in the know the player had been given the all clear few weeks ago,if he choses not to play mc rory thats his concern,also problem not the same as last time for the player,so before coming on to have a dig at the harps make sure you have checked your facts,a man in your position should be well aware of this!
hound i was told that he played b yesterday did he not!!!!!!!!!!!. it was not havin a dig but saying it was silly for the young player who is returning from injury. my eye sight mightin be great on a bad night but a few harps men also said it was a knee injury but maybe not. ps have to say both minor teams derserve great credit for the performance in the final on probually the hardest night for football iv seen in a long time. they must have nearly frozen out on the pitch.
Here wanderer........sometimes its very easy to have what you post on these discussion boards misinterpreted. Trawling through your previous posts I think you know that better than most. So I hope this is much clearer in meaning and intent than most of your ramblings..........would you ever f**k away off.
passing i didnt see u at the agm last so would u ever f--k off. its an open forum and everyone is entitled to ask questions and form opions. close the thread if u cant or dont want comments u clown.
Here AGM another joke, shambles corner topic this morning. What's the story? When is the committee going to have a good look at it's make up and start treating the people that put them there with respect. Would we be not better putting Duffy's circus in charge and put clown suits on our top brass :o
Of course you didn't see me.....I was at the Under 10s training in St. Patricks PS like every Tuesday night between 7:30 and 8:30. You are welcome to come down any night to impart some of your wisdom and maybe contribute something positive for a change. Well ?
Quote from: Harps true on November 10, 2010, 07:02:49 PM
Here AGM another joke, shambles corner topic this morning. What's the story? When is the committee going to have a good look at it's make up and start treating the people that put them there with respect. Would we be not better putting Duffy's circus in charge and put clown suits on our top brass :o
Maybe if you learnt to spell the word 'hear' then you might be demanding of a bit of respect!! :D
Idot!! ::)
Read it. Here. It's my starting point. You must be one of the clowns, maybe Coco? So really Tom Duffy's Circus has arrived from what I heard yesterday!!!
Quote from: Harps true on November 10, 2010, 07:02:49 PM
Here AGM another joke, shambles corner topic this morning. What's the story? When is the committee going to have a good look at it's make up and start treating the people that put them there with respect. Would we be not better putting Duffy's circus in charge and put clown suits on our top brass :o
the people that put them there were at the agm on tuesday night,maybe your time would have been better put in if you went to it and aired your grievances in public,obviously you dont have the BALLS for that,another mouth piece that wants to stand at shambles corner and talk shite and listen to hear say!its easy to hided behind a computer screen,if you have problems why werent you at agm-as ive said,probably not even a paid up member you w**k
Hound don't know what your talking about. Paid up member a long time. Weather you like it or not, the Harps thread is a open discussion board unlike the AGM were I'm told the Mc Coy saga was " can we carry this debate on in private". What to f..k is open about that you Brain dead puppet. By the way I have little problems, puppet!!!
It never ceases to amaze me how people can find the time to complain about the club on this thread,but cant find the time to do attend the Agm, How you can think that 2 sets of individuals sitting round a table discussing a problem that concerns THEM, is somehow wrong is beyond me, Maybe the club should hold all its meeting at the Shambles corner so that way you wouldnt even have to go to the club,but still get your fix of gossip and tittletattle, Maybe u could put a motion at next year A.g.M{oops forgot to busy} and lastly i sure this thread was started to discuss football and football issues in a positive way not air the Harps private business in public.
Notice:
The All County B League Final between Harps and Dromintee will take place this Saturday (13 November) in Dromintee. Throw-in is at 2.00pm.
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Quote from: Harps true on November 10, 2010, 07:02:49 PM
Here AGM another joke, shambles corner topic this morning. What's the story? When is the committee going to have a good look at it's make up and start treating the people that put them there with respect. Would we be not better putting Duffy's circus in charge and put clown suits on our top brass :o
the people that put them there were at the agm on tuesday night,maybe your time would have been better put in if you went to it and aired your grievances in public,obviously you dont have the BALLS for that,another mouth piece that wants to stand at shambles corner and talk shite and listen to hear say!its easy to hided behind a computer screen,if you have problems why werent you at agm-as ive said,probably not even a paid up member you w**k
Hound - I'm entirely sympathetic with the sentiments you have expressed above. The bottom line though is that
Harps true is on here to embarrass the Club, and I would ask that you, and indeed any other Harps members, do not respond (as I unfortunately did :-[) to his goading.
By the way - speaking of the AGM, congratulations to one of the Harps' all time greats, John Kearney, who became President on Tuesday night. A fitting tribute to a true Harps man. ;)
Of Course your correct Rufus, I should know better than be drawn into this type of debate, with a moron{sorry there i go again} Harps True, if ever a name was less apporpriate i have yet to come across it,
Hound me to, but at times we cause so much controversy by rubbing people up the wrong way. If I had my way this thread would not exist, but sometimes discussion is good even if one doesn't like it!! Anyway hope we get a good result on Saturday. That's what the club is about "football". Every club has it's fair share of controversy. As far Rufus once again you show your openness and transparency, yes do what the ostrich does bury it's head in the sand, go join the circus. Glad to hear that John Kearney has being elected as President a true gentleman and great ambassador for the club.
Quote from: thewanderer on November 10, 2010, 12:24:06 PM
passing i didnt see u at the agm last so would u ever f--k off. its an open forum and everyone is entitled to ask questions and form opions. close the thread if u cant or dont want comments u clown.
I was wondering who that was who submitted a motion regarding the use of undersized illegal pitches :o :o
Quote from: Harps true on November 11, 2010, 08:47:16 AM
Read it. Here. It's my starting point. You must be one of the clowns, maybe Coco? So really Tom Duffy's Circus has arrived from what I heard yesterday!!!
Ah its your punctuation then that belongs to kindergarten!!
At least the spelling is alright .......oh, hold on now...
Quote from: Harps true on November 11, 2010, 12:18:26 PM
Hound don't know what your talking about. Paid up member a long time. Weather you like it or not, the Harps thread is a open discussion board unlike the AGM were I'm told the Mc Coy saga was " can we carry this debate on in private". What to f..k is open about that you Brain dead puppet. By the way I have little problems, puppet!!!
:D :D tops!!! Who'd have tought it - Frank Spencer a member of our club!!! :D
respect - i demand respect! ;D
:D :D :D
Erwin keep taking the yellow one's and you will come round some day!!! :P Fcuksake well said. Lads hope you's bring success to the club tomorrow
Got you now. Why on this public forum?
What you mean, "I've got you now". Fail to get your point!!
Why would you write the things you are writing here on this public forum?
Still lost, is it not an open discussion thread? Freedom of speech my friend is surely one of lifes great gifts. Time to go and visit mama and papa.
This is an open forum - yes.
People are allowed to discuss whatever they want - yes.
You have exercised that right - yes. That is not in dispute.
You have though again failed to answer my question. Why do you feel the need to write what you have written on this public forum?
Cause it's an open forum and the matters that have being written about are live day to day issues. As I've said in previous post "not all that one reads, one likes". Remember being at university and an old lecturer in debate huffed when debate wasn't what he wanted to hear. Hope this clears up the confussion.
The nature of what you are discussing, could be termed 'dirty laundry'. Talking about it here could be considered to be putting that dirty laundry out in public.
Why would someone, purporting to be a Harps' man, who is a current member, be wiling to do that? Something like that can only put the Club in a negative light, would you not agree?
Would you be prepared to put your name up here on the forum against what you are saying, your real name that is, and not your psyeudonym? Then we can see that you really do have the courage of your convictions. Of course I couldn't ask you to do that and not be prepared to do the same myself - so let me go first.
Art McGinn.
The nature of what you termed "dirty linen" are in the public, that's were I picked it up from Harps people, some members some not but opinions that have to be respected.
Totally agree with you about negative discussion, not good for club. But every club/ organization has it. What annoys me most is the tone and nastiness of some reporting to be club members. Would you agree?
As this is a discussion thread and thanks for revealing the biggest secret as to whom you are on this site, I'll follow when all poster's before me reveal there identity. Don't think this a good idea as there has being a lot of disturbing posts in the past, long long before I came along and my first post was not meant to offend. Agree?
He's obviously not from the Harps. No self respecting member of a club would act in that way. There is no chance that he'll out himself on here either. Most of the posters on here are known to each other, with the obvious exception of the few Wum's who act the hard man on here but hide behind their shroud of anonymity.
good luck to b team and management tomorrow.
Well, I'm shocked that you choose to remain anonymous!! ::)
Quote from: Harps true on November 12, 2010, 10:39:04 PM
The nature of what you termed "dirty linen" are in the public, that's were I picked it up from Harps people, some members some not but opinions that have to be respected.
Totally agree with you about negative discussion, not good for club. But every club/ organization has it. What annoys me most is the tone and nastiness of some reporting to be club members. Would you agree?
The tone that I picked up from you was that of someone looking to stir the sh!t. Have a look through this thread and there has been nothing of controversy in some considerable time - you chose to register in the shadow of an AGM and then referred to controversial details of that evening.
You also acknowldeged that what was being discussed that night, and what you raised here, was 'dirty laundry', and also said that 'negative discussion' was not good for the club. Add that all together now - you are parading dirty laundry here, which by it's very nature is negative in content, which in turn is 'not good for club' [sic].
And then you ask above if I agree with your notion that you are annoyed by the tone and nastiness of what is being discussed?
You're having a laugh mate!!
El cuervo fc - may be member of fierce local rivals, but understands exactly proper protocols in this regard - respect!
Quote from: rootthemout on November 12, 2010, 10:54:28 PM
good luck to b team and management tomorrow.
Hear hear. All the best to Egg and the lads. Will be a tough ask going down to Dromintee, but would be a great way to finish the season if we could sneak a win.
You make me really have a good laugh!!! Way past my bed time. :-\ and not coming back you will be glad to hear as it "just gets funnier by the minute" :) sleep tight all.
One more post. Just won the f..kin euro millions :D :D :D
Typical. Join this site mainly for Harps discussion and then miss the crack the other night. First of all, life long Harps man. Not at home but keep in touch and get home at least once a year. Keep updated on all things Harps and I'd be sure I know all participants here.
Not surprising to see that the old Harps trait for shooting ourselves in the foot is still alive and well. Always disappointing never suprising. Never seems to happen at other clubs. Given Harps trues comments, it's not surprising to see his wish to remain unknown. However he has left any amount of clues as to his ID. I'm well sure that I know him, and as a member of what I would call a great Harps family, his contributions here are shameful. Rufus. You would do well to follow your own advice and ignore him as he does not care as much for the reputsation of the club as the rest of us.
This reminds me of that sensational song "johnny be good" ;) well done on sat lads, there always next year :) good choice for man of match award, well done young Fields ::)
Having read your posts , Im also reminded of a song" Simple Simon Says", ;)
Quote from: hound of ulster on November 19, 2010, 07:38:06 PM
Having read your posts , Im also reminded of a song" Simple Simon Says", ;)
I wouldn't hide behind any user name unlike most of the wankers on this board......
put up or f**k off.....
my name is Simon Clarke....never hid from anyone...not going to start now...so lets see how brave all you other fucks are.
Right hound, frank and harps true....own up or f**k off!!
rufus should close this thread,to many wum on it.
Quote from: rootthemout on November 19, 2010, 11:39:40 PM
rufus should close this thread,to many wum on it.
Too many yellow f**kers hiding behind keyboards.
Quote from: rootthemout on November 19, 2010, 11:39:40 PM
rufus should close this thread,to many wum on it.
Correct, I fail to see what purpose it is serving anymore, bar letting pople air their grievances in a totally inappropriate forum.
Quote from: bennydorano on November 20, 2010, 11:19:17 AM
Quote from: rootthemout on November 19, 2010, 11:39:40 PM
rufus should close this thread,to many wum on it.
Correct, I fail to see what purpose it is serving anymore, bar letting pople air their grievances in a totally inappropriate forum.
I have sent a pm to the mods asking that recent posts be deleted and the thread locked.
It's a pity, because it did serve as a good forum for discussion around Harps' issues, but when others are determined to act the d!ck, then it's time to close.
All this crap needs to end now. I thought we were all club members here. This thread was set up in good faith, to inform people about club activities and to enhance and promote our club. Up until recently this aim was sucessfull, but it has run it's course. With most people now on facebook, our club events can be promoted through this OPEN FORUM where at least people can chat as "FRIENDS". :P
amazing, the reaction a song from the 70s can provoke, as previously suggested this thread should be closed and those who brought it to its lowest level should refrain from dragging all this nonsense out again on the open Armagh Club Thread,All of the posters involved should agree to let the mud slinging die with this thread,the Hound for one will no longer get involved in this type of garbage.
the Hound
Rufus take a good look at this thread, from it's conception it's being blighted by unsavoury posts. Like hound I'm gone to. My first post was a simple honest question but received a response from you that a cheeky spoilt child would give, not my intention. Your ideals was great but unfortunately it has run of course!!!
Quote from: Harps true on November 12, 2010, 09:08:32 PM
Cause it's an open forum and the matters that have being written about are live day to day issues. As I've said in previous post "not all that one reads, one likes". Remember being at university and an old lecturer in debate huffed when debate wasn't what he wanted to hear. Hope this clears up the confussion.
Har har!! :D you at university. What were you, the caretaker? Sure you can't string two sentences together FFS.
Quote from: Harps true on November 21, 2010, 12:57:09 PM
Rufus take a good look at this thread, from it's conception it's being blighted by unsavoury posts. Like hound I'm gone to. My first post was a simple honest question but received a response from you that a cheeky spoilt child would give, not my intention. Your ideals was great but unfortunately it has run of course!!!
Your first question was simple yes. Honest no chance - you were on here to start trouble. You question was intended to raise issues that should not have been mentioned hear. Still at least weve seen ythe back of you. You'll be missed!! ::)
Dear All - please see below a message from our Senior Team player, Simon Lennon, who is raising funds for PIPS
"Fellow Harps people
I am currently fundraising for a charity called PIPS. PIPS provide advice and guidance to those suffering from mental health problems and are prominent in suicide prevention as well as counselling those affected by suicide. I did a Firewalk last Thursday night in Belfast to help raise funds to support their programmes and training. I would greatly appreciate your support you can make a £3 donation by text just Text PIPSE to 70003. For those that have been affected by or seen people close to you suffer from mental health problems you will know how important PIPS work is.
Many thanks for your support and please send to as may people as possible
Lenny
(Simon Lennon)"
Deepest sympathies are extended to the McGleenon Family on the passing of Peter. Peter was a great Harps' man, having played and managed our Senior team for many years, and given great service as a Committee Man. His contribution to Harps over the years was rightly recognised with a Hall of Fame Award in the 1990s.
Peter was an absolute gentleman and will be sorely missed.
May He Rest In Peace.
The photo below shows Peter (left) in happier times. He is pictured with his brother-in-law, Patsy Woods, in October 2008, at the launch night for the Club Book.
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Notice:
PRIMARY SCHOOL DISCO
All Primary School children from P4 to P7 are welcome to come along to Armagh Harps Social Club this Friday (17 December) for the Christmas Primary School Disco.
The Disco will begin at 7.00pm until 9.00pm and admission is £3.00 per child.
CHRISTMAS GIFT OFFER
Ideal Christmas Gift Offer: Phil McGinn's excellent book covering the History of Armagh Harps, 1888 - 2008, is now available at a special offer price of £10 per copy, or two copies for £18. Copies are available from the Social Club (tel: 02837 523281). Please note that this offer is for a limited period only.
Armagh Harps GFC would like to wish all our members a very peaceful Christmas and every happiness and success for 2011.
Skiddy you must be the secretary. watch your quotes going forward. merry xmas at least u havent got a slippy car park at work. spoilt boy ;)
Quote from: thewanderer on December 21, 2010, 09:13:01 AM
Skiddy you must be the secretary. watch your quotes going forward. merry xmas at least u havent got a slippy car park at work. spoilt boy ;)
Nice of you to be thinking of the nreigbours given your own problems. ;) merry xmas to you to
Hopefully everyone will be a bit better behaved on this thread in the New Year, it sickens me when names get thrown about by faceless internet warriors who throw names out there of people and families who have done nothing but be a cornerstone of the club.
I hope this thread gets pulled because it is not worth having the name of the club ruined by a couple of clampetts, newsflash lads, there is not a club out there without the odd problem or issue, they dont exist.
Happy New year to all, and Simon, I was just talking to Magoo this morning on facebook, top man and a Harps legend to boot. :)
Notice:
All those interested in playing for Armagh Harps at Senior and B level in 2011 should come along to Abbey Park this Wednesday evening (5 January) at 7.30pm.
Bring your training gear with you and good luck for the coming season.
Quote from: Skiddybadoo on January 03, 2011, 01:52:09 PM
Notice:
All those interested in playing for Armagh Harps at Senior and B level in 2011 should come along to Abbey Park this Wednesday evening (5 January) at 7.30pm.
Bring your training gear with you and good luck for the coming season.
Egg.....I know what you're thinking....but please don't ;)
On a related topic I see Tullysarran have appointed John Grimley for this year, its on the Orchard County forum. That could be interesting, pitting himself against his own this year in Division 2. Although theyre casting aspersions that you might do them a favour to help keep them up! ::)
Notice:
The GAA's Medical Scientific & Welfare Committee have advised that the most effective way to identify risk is for players over the age of 14 to undergo cardiac screening.
Healthy Hearts, Healthy Lives is a mobile heart screening service, set up by former Armagh GAA players John and Tony McEntee, providing cardiac screening to help prevent sudden deaths in young people who may have"Sudden Adult Death Syndrome".
In recent years a number of high profile sports stars have died suddenly from Cardiac Conditions - Patrick Dinsmore, 16 yr old Co. Down GAA player in Aug 2010; Cormac McAnallen, died aged 24 in 2004; Irish Schools Rugby Captain John McCall, collapsed and died while playing for the Ireland under-19 team against New Zealand in Durban, South Africa, in March 2004; Marc Vivien Foe of Cameroon and Phil O'Donnell formerly of Glasgow Celtic. These deaths have led to calls for screening of sports people.
Experts believe that every week in the UK at least 12 apparently 'fit and healthy' young people die of undiagnosed heart conditions. A simple cardiac screen can identify such potentially life threatening conditions.
Healthy Hearts, Healthy Lives recommend individuals aged between 14 - 30 years old attend screening. The screening cost £35.00 per person, and takes five minutes to complete the non-invasive and pain free procedure.
Armagh Harps will consider arranging group sessions if enough interested parties are identified. If you are considering a screening please contact Colm O'Hare (mob: 07717731839) or Tony Kelly (tonyarmagh@hotmail.com) for further details.
Folks, sorry to say that it is that time of the year again....membership is due!!! ;D
The fees have remianed the same from last year, i.e.
Football / Full membership - £25
10 Year Membership - £200
Social Membership - £15
Youth Membership - £10
Honorary / Senior Membership - £0 (free)
Please note that there is a new membership being introduced this year - student - the fee for this membership is £15, and those members who were 18 or over on 1st January 2011, and are in full time education, can apply.
As normal, membership can be paid to any committee member, or to Sean Powell in the Social Club.
Two Notices:
1. Armagh Harps Underage Training resumes tonight (Tuesday 18 January) in St Patrick's Primary School.
Under 8s - (P3s & P4s) 6-7pm
Under 10s (P5s & P6s) 7-8pm
All newcomers will be very welcome to attend.
2. Armagh Harps 2011 Youth Registration Night will take place in the Social Club on Wednesday 2 February from 6.30-9pm. All new members are welcome.
Notice:
Armagh Harps Seniors are hosting a Texas Holdem Poker Night 8) on Friday 28th January, in the Social Club.
Entry is £20 per person and the first deal is at 8.00pm.
All are welcome to attend.
Should be a good nights craic if last years is anything to go by, they say some accountant from Lurgan is raging hot favourate 8) ;)
Anyone looking details or could possibly be late just give me a p.m.
Notice:
Members interested in purchasing a ticket (limited to one per member) for the Armagh v Dublin NFL match should contact the Social Club on tel: 028 37523281, by 9.00pm on Thursday 27 January. Juvenile tickets are also available for the game.
The deadline for ticket requests has been extended to Sunday evening - see below for further info.
A chara
Following consultation with ticket staff in Croke Park it has been
decided that the cost of tickets for the Armagh v Dublin NFL game will
be €13 or £11 for all parts of the ground.
There will also be Juvenile tickets available priced as follows €5 or
£4. There will be concessions for pensioners but no prices have been
agreed as of yet.
As a result it was agreed that tickets will only guarantee entry into
the ground after that it's first come first served.
Therefore to allow clubs extra time to collect requests from members
the deadline for placing of orders is extended to Sunday at 6pm
Anyone who ordered tickets can pick them up in the Club on Wednesday night from 9pm on. All tickets ordered must be paid for.
Please Note the following events taking place in the Social Club over the coming days:
Tonight (Wednesday 2 February) from 6.30pm-9.00pm is our Youth Registration Night. This is open to all boys and girls from Primary School 1 to 18 year olds. All new members will be warmly welcomed.
Tickets for the Armagh v Dublin NFL game will be available for collection (from 7.00pm on Thursday 2nd until 9.00pm on Friday 3rd) for all those who have placed an order.
On Friday 4th, Armagh Harps Ladies present a LADIES NIGHT. Come along for free beauty trails, demonstrations and advice. There will be stalls from Ann Summers, Virgin Vie, Avon. Handbags, jewellery, candles, perfume, hair fascinators and much more is on offer. The local Sure Start Group will also be on hand to offer advice. Entry is £5.
Armagh Harps are running a National Football League Pools competition. Coupons are available from the Social Club. Entry is £5 per week and the prizes are:
The overall winner at the end of the League will pick up £300
Second place will receive £100
Third place will receive £50
Scoring - Home win = 1 point
Away win = 2 points
Draw = 3 points
There are also 7 weekly prizes of £30
COMPLETED COUPONS MUST BE RETURNED, ALONG WITH ENTRY FEE BY NOON ON THE SATURDAY OF THE MATCHES
POSTPONED/ABANDONED MATCHES VOID
IN THE EVENT OF A TIE PRIZE MONEY WILL BE SHARED
You can keep up-to-date with all the events and news of the Club on our Facebook page at: Armagh Harps GFC.
Please Note Armagh Harps' games in the forthcoming Armagh "simplyfruit.com" ACL Shield Competition 2011
Group C
St.Peter's, Tullysaran, ARMAGH HARPS and Madden
Round 1 Sunday 6th March @ 2.30pm
ARMAGH HARPS v Madden
Round 2 Sunday 13th March @ 11.30am
Tullysaran v ARMAGH HARPS
Round 3 Sunday 20th March @ 11.30am
St.Peter's v ARMAGH HARPS
Semi finals Sunday 27th March @ 2.30pm
Winners Groups A, B and C plus best Runner Up team
Final
During week commencing 3rd April in Athletic Grounds
Don't forget that all the latest news from the Club is available on our Facebook page at: Armagh Harps GFC.
Notice:
Harps Seniors will be hosting a St Patrick's Eve Fun Table Quiz in the Social Club on Wednesday 16th March commencing at 8.30pm.
All are very welcome to attend, so come along, start your St Patrick's Day festivities early and enjoy the craic!!.
Don't forget that all the latest news and events of the Club are available on our Facebook page: Armagh Harps GFC
NOTICE: - Forthcoming Matches:
U 14 Feile : HARPS v Granemore
2.00pm - Saturday 5th March, Abbey Park.
Senior Div 2 Shield: HARPS v Madden
Please note that this game has been re-scheduled for Abbey Park at 7.30pm on Wednesday 9th March.
Don't forget to keep up-to-date with all the news and events of the club on our Facebook page at: Armagh Harps GFC
Please Note: GAME OFF
Tonight's Senior Div 2 Shield: HARPS v Madden has been postponed.
Please note some upcoming events for your diaries:
WEDNESDAY 16 MARCH: St Patrick's Eve Fun Table Quiz, - organised by the Senior team, will commence at 8.30pm in the Social Club. Come along and enjoy an evening's craic. Some great prizes to be won too!
St PATRICK'S DAY: Armagh Harps will be participating in the St Patrick's Day Parade organised by the local Scouts. Players, mentors and officials are all asked to take part. They should meet at Navan Street at 10.30am wearing Club colours. The Parade will commence at 10.30am and arrive at the Cathedral for 'Blessing of the Shamrock' by Cardinal Brady, at noon Mass. Parents are asked to collect/meet young children at the Cathedral prior to the Mass.
SUNDAY 20 MARCH: Under Age Training: Outdoor training for U6's, U8's and U10's will commence at Abbey Park from 10.30am until noon. All newcomers are very welcome!
SATURDAY 2 APRIL: There will be a Dedication Ceremony in memory of John Darragh for the new pitch currently being developed at Abbey Park. Separate details about this will be issued closer to the time, but all members are asked to take note and are encouraged to attend.
SUNDAY 17 APRIL: The 2011 ACL Division 2 gets underway and Harps seniors face Wolfe Tones in their opening game (at Abbey Park).
In the 2011 B Championship, Harps have been drawn against Mullaghbawn.
Members are reminded that the latest news and events of the Club are posted on our Facebook page at: ARMAGH HARPS GFC
A few photos from our participation in the St Patrick's Day Parade.
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Looking good Rufus....gola will need to get the old grecian out though when he gets home...lol
Quote from: Scarface on March 20, 2011, 06:27:08 PM
Looking good Rufus....gola will need to get the old grecian out though when he gets home...lol
As yu can see, I can't talk!! :-[ I might end up going for the Olly Houlahan look!!
Great to see Club President John Kearney parading!! Harps legend and all round gentleman! 8)
Wasn't John Curley, who died suddenly this week, a Harps man, or am I way off? He used to be when I kicked about the town. He'd be in Devlins from time to time.
Quote from: Oraisteach on March 26, 2011, 07:05:36 PM
Wasn't John Curley, who died suddenly this week, a Harps man, or am I way off? He used to be when I kicked about the town. He'd be in Devlins from time to time.
Can't speak for John himself but I would assume that would have been where his loyalties lay, as younger brother Mickey played up to Senior. I think John was out of Armagh for some considerable time.
Sympathies to the Curley family at this time - May John Rest In Peace.
This Saturday evening (2nd April), Armagh Harps will hold the Dedication Ceremony in memory of John Darragh for the new pitch which is currently being developed at Abbey Park.
John, a loyal Harps supporter and member of the victorious minor team of 2002, passed away in July 2009 at the age of 24, following a long illness and the new pitch will bear his initials.
As an acknowledgement of John's life, the 2002 and 2003 Harps minor teams will play each other in Abbey Park and every member of the 2002 and 2003 Harps minor squads are encouraged to participate.
The match will begin at 7.30pm on Saturday, before which Father Rory Coyle will bless the JD pitch. Afterwards, entertainment will be provided in the Harps Social Club.
Everyone is very welcome to attend this Saturday, with a special invitation extended to all those who knew John.
Don't forget to keep up-to-date with all the news of the Club on our Facebook page at: Armagh Harps GFC
NOTICE:
Programme for JD dedication, tomorrow evening (Saturday 2 April) at 7.30pm
Amhrán na bhFiann – Eilish Canavan
Pitch Dedication and blessing – Fr Rory Coyle
First Half of Harps 2002 v Harps 2003 minor panels
Half Time: Harps U8, U10, U12 play exhibition games
Second Half of 2002 v Harps 2003 minor panels
Retire to Social Club
Presentation to family
NOTICE:
Harps Seniors will play Pearse Og in the Inaugural Tony Kirk Memorial Cup next Thursday 7th April, in the Athletic Grounds at 7.30pm.
Admission is £5 and all proceeds are in aid of St Vincent De Paul, a cause that was close to Tony's heart.
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news of the club on our Facebook page at: Armagh Harps GFC
Just a small query!!
Seen the lads out last night supporting our new sponsor Bernie Rafferty - Good to see!!!
How do we accommodate Mr Kelly ??? :-X - Coffin anyone ;) ;)
dont think bernie rafferty will help their fitness with the league starting this weekend.
Notice:
Members will be interested to know that Armagh Harps will be the Club in focus in this week's Gaelic Life (available in all good paper shops on Friday - and O'Kane's on Thursday!!).
Remember, all the very latest news and events, including updates on fixtures at all grades for ladies and men, are posted on the Club's Facebook page: Armagh Harps GFC
NOTICE: Ticket Information
Firstly - don't forget that Armagh Harps is featured in this week's Gaelic Life!
Any Full Member or Cairde Na Clairsigh member who is interested in tickets for the Armagh v Down USFC game on Saturday 28th May at 7.30pm should contact the Social Club (02837 523281) after 7.00pm (noon at the weekend) and leave their details, or, contact any Committee member. Ticket requests must be in by 9.00pm this Sunday evening (15 May). There are a variety of tickets available:
TICKET PRICES STR EURO
Adult Seated £23.00 € 27.00
Adult Terrace £13.00 € 15.00
Senior Citizen Seated £15.00 € 15.00
Senior Citizen Terrace £9.00 € 10.00
Student Terrace £9.00 € 10.00
Family Seated 1 + 1 £28.00 € 32.00
All the latest updates are available on our Facebook page: Armagh Harps GFC
Good to see a local club detailed in Gaelic Life last week.
A few points
- Was the contents of the article edited or cut down as there seeemed to be very little on the work of the ladies within the club
- Some of the photos looked great and were worthy of inclusion but others looked poor and rushed.
Just wondering as we may look into doing this in the future
Due to demand the deadline for entering the competition to predict the Provincial Champions, All Ireland Finalists and winners has been extended to 2pm Saturday 28 May. Entry forms and £5 fee must with be Ebby Toal, Stephen McAneney, Mark McConville, Simon Lennon, Kevin Morris Colm O'Hare or left in the Club by the deadline.
Great to see Declan McKenna getting his first championship start this Saturday. All the best Decky.
That was a dud team published spirit!! ;-)
All paid up members who want tickets for the Tyrone game, must have their orders in by 11.00 am this Wednesday.
Please phone 07768917536.
Rufus I sent you an email
Got that Berf - details will be sent on!! :)
cheers bud
Didn't mention it here yet, but congratulations to manager Butler Agnew and our B Team who won the All County Championship on Friday night with a hard fought victory over a gallant Madden side. Lads maybe made hard work of it, but scraped home in the end, with a goal from a penalty in the second half, seperating the sides.
Our Seniors had an important league win yesterday, coming from behind to beat Tir na nOg by two points in Portadown.
Whens the first round of the championship rufus?
Sunday 14th August
Good luck today lads
i second that good luck tonight lads
My good luck still going for tonight, hopefully i'll get to watch this time round, paid my 7quid in the last time and got a phone call 30 seconds later to say the tinkers were wrecking the shop. I wonder if they'll let me in for nothing tonight :P ::)
Any word on who we play in the minor finale? I am hoping it is that other shower from across town.
Quote from: stew on October 10, 2011, 04:54:27 PM
Any word on who we play in the minor finale? I am hoping it is that other shower from across town.
Me too
Quote from: stew on October 10, 2011, 04:54:27 PM
Any word on who we play in the minor finale? I am hoping it is that other shower from across town.
sorry armagh rangers didnt make it. i presume thats who you meant as ur an avid soccer man. ;)
Quote from: thewanderer on October 11, 2011, 03:29:43 PM
Quote from: stew on October 10, 2011, 04:54:27 PM
Any word on who we play in the minor finale? I am hoping it is that other shower from across town.
sorry armagh rangers didnt make it. i presume thats who you meant as ur an avid soccer man. ;)
That's me.
Now can you tell me who is in the minor final or not?
Pearse Og Play Silverbridge in the semi-final tomorrow evening
Quote from: stew on October 11, 2011, 03:45:24 PM
Quote from: thewanderer on October 11, 2011, 03:29:43 PM
Quote from: stew on October 10, 2011, 04:54:27 PM
Any word on who we play in the minor finale? I am hoping it is that other shower from across town.
sorry armagh rangers didnt make it. i presume thats who you meant as ur an avid soccer man. ;)
That's me.
Now can you tell me who is in the minor final or not?
Please note that there is a meeting in the Social Club, this Friday night 14th October, at 7.00 pm. All members and supporters of the Club are invited to attend.
The meeting, which should last only 30 minutes, is an open invite to all members and supporters who can provide any help or support to the forthcoming 'Phil Coulter Night', which is taking place in the Armagh City Hotel on Saturday evening, 22nd October.
Please note that the success of this night - our main fundraising event of the year - is dependent on the support and help of our members and supporters. Please make the effort to attend.
Sorry folks - one more meeting for your diaries - a meeting will be held in the Social Club on Tuesday 18th Oct at 8pm for anyone interested in Coaching or helping out in any way with Armagh Harps Underage Football for the 2012 season.
If you feel you have someting to offer and can spare the time, please come along.
no doubt u will be at the phil coulter concert rufus. he comes from ur era. a lot of yous boys getting long in the tooth as you cant go for some younger performers :D it will be interesting to hear how you get on profit wise as i have heard these concerts are a lot of hard work and worry for little reward after the artist take their %/fee. ps maybe stew could fly in for it and give him a chance to take in a local longsdale league games.
Wanderer, you are some boy to talk. :-\
rufus im joining the grey heads.The wife has purchased 2 tickets for the concert. how will i get out of this. probually prop up the bar. ps hope its a success for yous.
good luck to our minor team on sunday
Well done today lads, great second half performance
Any chance of a report on the minor game lads??? ;D
Pearse Ogs led 0-9 to 1-2 at half time playing into Drumarg end and looked comfortable.....after half time Harps midfield started to win clean ball which led to good scores to draw level......Harps then hit a couple of goals that killed the game off.
Good game by two well matched sides...both teams can take great credit from their performances.
Well done Harps.....hard luck to Pearse Ogs.
Quote from: Groucho on October 16, 2011, 11:13:04 PM
Pearse Ogs led 0-9 to 1-2 at half time playing into Drumarg end and looked comfortable.....after half time Harps midfield started to win clean ball which led to good scores to draw level......Harps then hit a couple of goals that killed the game off.
Good game by two well matched sides...both teams can take great credit from their performances.
Well done Harps.....hard luck to Pearse Ogs.
Thanks for that groucho, sounds like the standard of minor football in the city is good at the moment.
Well done to the Harps, their record at this level is top drawer, the question is now though can it be translated to the seniors. I remember chats on the old board I would have had with Rufus and Benny in particular about how long our success would last. The consensus among non Cross posters was that the Harps and Ogs would start taking championships off us once the Twins etc retired. With only really Oisin left(Hearty being keeper doesn't really count) and Oisin only playing a but part role this year, do people still feel like that given the performances we have produced this year? I am not being smart here, I haven't seen the Harps or Ogs minors but both must be good teams. Have they the talent to build on the senior teams to make the difference as the reality is that there is no other possible challengers to Cross at the minute.
Few photos of the minor game
http://www.flickr.com/photos/16144312@N07/sets/72157627914685064/
Click on thumbnail to get bigger image, I'm sure everyone knows how flickr works lol
good sporting game yesterday with ogs dominating the first half and harps taking control in the second. the goals were the vital ingredient to get the harps over the line. two well matched teams as they have shown on numerous occassions. congradulations harps but we havent gone away you know. the secret for both clubs is to get these minors intergrated into the seniors and stop them drifting away which has been a problem particularily for the harps im sure you would agree Rufus. WELL DONE BOTH TEAMS
Quote from: brokencrossbar1 on October 17, 2011, 02:25:02 PM
Well done to the Harps, their record at this level is top drawer, the question is now though can it be translated to the seniors. I remember chats on the old board I would have had with Rufus and Benny in particular about how long our success would last. The consensus among non Cross posters was that the Harps and Ogs would start taking championships off us once the Twins etc retired. With only really Oisin left(Hearty being keeper doesn't really count) and Oisin only playing a but part role this year, do people still feel like that given the performances we have produced this year? I am not being smart here, I haven't seen the Harps or Ogs minors but both must be good teams. Have they the talent to build on the senior teams to make the difference as the reality is that there is no other possible challengers to Cross at the minute.
Unfortunately our troubles are pretty easily explained- from our 2009 County Final team - 9 or 10 0f them are gone, think there were 2 retirements, the rest a mix of players leaving for work abroad & some others just not committed. The Mullaghbawn game this year saw us have 9 Championship debutants, so from a position of apparent strength in 2009 we were immediately forced into a rebuilding programme and fair play to Bronco and his team for having the balls to take it on and try to develop the youth rather than play it safe for short term results and personal gain. I felt the Cross game this year showed both our potential and how far we have to go, we are an extremely young team and hopefully we can integrate more young lads, gain experience and become a real force again. Cross are so far ahead in preparation and attitude in comparison to ourselves (and all bar the Ogs IMO), if we could get that right first of all we have extremely solid foundations to build on.
well done lads on sunday, looking forward to the ulster final in the new year
Good luck to the minors tomorrow, up against it by all accounts but they'll give it everything for sure. Na Clairsigh Abu
Are you interested in getting involved in helping out with our underage teams?
If so, please note that there will be a coaching session this Sunday, 15th January at Lisanally Leisure Centre, from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm.
Anyone who is interested in managing, coaching or simply helping out in 2012, with any of our teams from Under 6 to Under 12, are invited to attend.
Please come prepared to get involved in a practical and fun session. Refreshments of course will be provided.
Please pass this message on!
When is the registration? can I bring them this Sunday?
Spirit - registration is not on Sunday - simply a 'Coach the Coaches' session.
Armagh Harps are hosting a "School Aid Romania Nite" on Friday 20 January beginning with a Primary School Disco (7-9pm, Admission £3) followed at 9.30 pm by a Fun Table Quiz (Admission also £3).
Our Minor player, Aaron Rath, is one of the volunteers departing for Romania the following week to support the relief of poverty and improve the well-being of young people in that country. Come along and support this great cause. Please pass the word on.
ARMAGH HARPS GFC
Dear Parent/Guardian
A specific programme of skills and activities called Gaelic Start has been developed for underage children (Primary One and Two) with the emphasis on introducing boys and girls to all Gaelic games in a FUN way.
Armagh Harps intend to run this programme over the next couple of months and we would like to invite you along to an information night on Thursday 19 January from 6pm – 7pm in Lisanally Centre (87, Lisanally Lane, Armagh).
The programme has several benefits for the children, most notably:
Gives children their first experience of sport in the community.
A fun and safe environment with specially developed games and skills programmes.
Quality coaching for younger players of all abilities.
Improves children's agility, balance, co ordination, handling, kicking and striking skills.
The programme provides parents with the opportunity to become the child's first coach and get involved with their children's development in a FUN environment.
Please note that this session is for P1/P2 parents/guardians only and that children start the following Thursday (26th January from 6-7pm).
Look forward to seeing you on Thursday at 6pm.
JOHN RATH
YOUTH OFFICER ARMAGH HARPS
(07973514973)
Can anyone interested in playing Senior or Senior Reserve football in 2012 please note that there is a players meeting this Sunday 22 January at 2pm in the Social Club. All are welcome to attend. Please pass the word on.
Please note that our Feile team take their bow in the competition on Saturday when we host Portadown Tir na nOg. Please also note that the match has been put back to a 4.00 pm throw in at the request of our visitors. Please pass the word on, and of course come along to support the lads!!
Ríth 2012 is a major Irish language fundraising event which will be held in March. It is a national relay run which covers as much of the island of Ireland as possible, raising awareness of the Irish language and Gaelic speaking communities. Rith 2012 is going to start in Gaoth Dobhair, Co. Donegal and end in Inis Mór, Co. Galway, taking in most of the Gaeltacht communities of the West of Ireland.
The run itself takes place over 10 days and will be coming to County Armagh on Saturday 10th March.
Harps will be carrying the baton on the leg around the Mall - a distance of one kilometre. The run begins in Armagh at the Planetarium at 2.00 pm and runs down the hill to the start of the Mall, where the baton will be passed to a member of our Club. Our members will then run around the Mall and hand on the baton at Russell Street to the next sponsor, Drumarg Community Association.
Anyone from the club can run part or all of the Harps leg and we are anxious that we have as many friends and members as possible, participating in our Club colours.
This represents a great opportunity topromote our Club. Please pass the word on and invite as many people as possible. Club members should be at the Mall for 1.45 pm on Saturday 10 March in Club colours.
See you there!!
Armagh Harps will be taking part in both parades in the City on St Patricks Day this year and we would like as many of our members to take part as possible. We are splitting our youth teams up to ensure we are well represented at both parades. All members are asked to wear club colours on the day.
• U6's & U8's will take part in the morning Scouts' Parade meeting at Navan Street at 10.00am (If this parade doesn't suit, you can join in the later parade - details below). This parade will go through the City Centre, finishing at the Cathedral. Armagh Harps will not be attending the Mass - therefore parents are asked to meet at Kearney's Filling Station, where the Harps will end the parade and from where children can be collected.
• U10's, U12'S & U14's will take part in the Afternoon Parade meeting at the Palace Stables at 2pm (If this parade doesn't suit, you can join in the morning parade details above).
A message to the harps here, in particular Mini Mc Shane- Watch out in minors this year, particularly mini. Myself and Conor Hoey, from Drumintee, will be making sure you do very little. Your days of terrorizing our defence are numbered. And Conor White, your the most over-rated player ever. Mick Martin roasted you sure. Gluck
Welcome to GAABoard rowz - I think you will have a lot to offer!! (http://reinert.blogg.se/images/2012/smiley20whistling_92322256_185826287.gif)
Considering he spelt Drumintee incorrect I think the lads will sleep well in their beds.
To think if social media was alive and well in your heyday Rufus, >:(
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on March 09, 2012, 10:34:45 AM
To think if social media was alive and well in your heyday Rufus, >:(
I wouldn't have been able to suffer the slings and arrows Spirit!! ;D
Quote from: rowzocull12 on March 07, 2012, 11:45:54 AM
A message to the harps here, in particular Mini Mc Shane- Watch out in minors this year, particularly mini. Myself and Conor Hoey, from Drumintee, will be making sure you do very little. Your days of terrorizing our defence are numbered. And Conor White, your the most over-rated player ever. Mick Martin roasted you sure. Gluck
;D ;D ;D If they are lucky Dromintee might have another glorious season losing a final!!
ARMAGH HARPS WEEKLY NOTES
MINORS – Following Pearse Ogs decision not to contest the Minor All County League Final scheduled for Sunday Armagh Harps have been crowned League Champions. Well done to the this squad in what has been a tremendous year!! The presentation of the Minor League Cup and medals will take place in the Club this Saturday night at 9.30. Come along and support the lads and acknowledge their tremendous achievements!!!!
Due to work commitments successful 2011Manager Ciaran Loughran has indicated he will not be available to continue with the Minors in 2012. The Club wishes to acknowledge Ciaran's work with the Minors in recent years and in particular the magnificent achievements in 2011.
Former Harps player and senior manager Dominic Clarke has been appointed Minor Manager for 2012. We wish Dominic and his team well.
UNDER 6 – Training for this age group is held on Thursday night at Lisanally sports hall, 6-7pm. Great to see so many of our children from local primary schools "having a ball" at these fantastic, cool sessions. Parents in particular seem to be enjoying these sessions and are becoming actively involved with the fundamentals of the games. Harps officials are also delighted to see so many attending from traditionally non-GAA communities. Outdoor sessions start Sunday 15 April on the JD pitch, 10.30-12 noon.
UNDER 8 – This training also takes place on Thursday night and follows the under 6's, 7-8pm. These children are enjoying excellent coaching sessions in a safe and fun environment. They are being expertly coached and are developing their handling, striking and kicking skills. Outdoor sessions start Sunday 15 April on the JD pitch, 10.30-12 noon.
UNDER 10 GIRLS AND BOYS – Training continues each Tuesday at St Patrick's Grammar School, 6-7pm to end of March. Outdoor sessions commence on the JD pitch on Sunday 15 April 10-30-12 noon. Children are asked to bring along £1 to cover costs.
UNDER 12 BOYS – Training starts outdoor on JD pitch 7-8pm from Wednesday 21 March. Children are asked to bring along £1 to cover costs.
UNDER 14 BOYS – Training continues at midday on Sunday at Abbey Park on the JD pitch. Team management includes Donal Sheridan, Conor Moore, current senior players Neil McArdle and Stephen McAneney, and former Harps and Armagh player John Toner. New players are always welcome.
UNDER 16 BOYS – Juvenile training continues at Abbey Park on the JD pitch and this year they are being taken by senior players Ebby Toal and Simon Lennon, along with Paul Rath and Sean Hart. Once again all new players are welcome and the next training session is on Thursday 8 March on the JD pitch at 7.00pm.
SENIORS - Preparation for the new season continues. Harps play in Division One this year and begin the season with a home match against Maghery on the1st April - your support is appreciated.
UNDER 14 GIRLS – Training on Tuesdays in Abbey Park from 6-7pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
UNDER 16 GIRLS – Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30-7.30pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
MINOR AND SENIOR LADIES - Training continues on Monday night at 6.30 on the JD pitch.
GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - This continues each on Monday night on the JD pitch at 7.30pm. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.
YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP –Membership costs £10 and with matches beginning to be played it is vital that players are insured. Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.
CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees for the year have been set at £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Membership can be paid to any Committee Member.
CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.
SOCIAL CLUB
Saturday 24 March – Colin "Tickles" Woods, lead singer of well known North West folk band Raglan Road, will be performing solo. Colin is a talented guitarist and has strummed with top folk/rock bands The Furys, Bagatelle and Dublin City Ramblers. His band has toured Belgium, Italy, and Germany and will be returning to Germany in August. Over St Patrick's week they will be playing venues in Bolton, Blackburn and Manchester. Colin also played for Harps at all levels through to Senior and represented the County at Minor and U-21. Come along on Saturday 24 March to hear him perform.
The All County Minor League trophy and medals will be presented at this function also.
SOCIAL CLUB AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES – The club is now available for private parties and functions. A new, modern contemporary kitchen has been installed and is suitable for catering for large gatherings. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 02837523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.
BINGO - Continues every Monday at 8.30pm. Well done again to Bobby, Sean and John for continuing to look after our patrons – their help is very much appreciated.
ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADES – The Club was represented in both the "Scouts" parade and the "Council" parade on St Patrick's Day. A big thanks to all those who took part- the lads made sure they were heard and recognised and were warmly applauded by on-lookers.
A special thanks also to Under 10 player Mark O'Hare who represented the Club at the "Blessing of the Shamrock" Mass and read a bidding prayer. Well done Mark!
ABBEY WHEELERS - From this Sunday 25th March, there will be 2 cycling groups going from the Harps Social Club at 9am, for regulars and for newcomers / leisure group. Everyone is welcome, experienced cyclists will be there to ride with the newcomers group. This is open to anyone capable of cycling around 20 miles.
Armagh Harps /Abbey Wheelers Annual Cycle
We have provisionally arranged our cycling fundraising ride this year for Saturday 18th August.
The Route this year is from Armagh to Carrick on Shannon (80-85miles), exact route to be confirmed, but the route will likely be Armagh – Monaghan – Clones – Belturbet – Mohill – Carrick on Shannon.
As with previous years we would like every participant to raise £100 and cover the costs of their accommodation (rates tbc). There will be Vehicle and Mechanical support throughout the cycle (and to take the bikes home), with regular food and hydration stops.
To register your interest please contact: Tony Kelly (07882668256), Paddy McShane (07721844121) or Brendan Powell (07801857789).
ARMAGH HARPS WEEKLY NOTES
YOUTH FOOTBALL HARPS FOR KIDS
UNDER 6 to UNDER 12 - The very successful 10 week "Winter Programme" has now ended. Well done to all who participated!!!! Both players and mentors will now have a well deserved break until training resumes on the JD pitch at Abbey Park on Sunday 15 April. The outdoor Sunday morning sessions will start at 10.30 am and finish at 11.45 am. Looking forwarding to seeing you all after the Easter break! New boys and girls are always welcome!
UNDER 14 BOYS – Training continues at midday on Sunday at Abbey Park on the JD pitch. Matches for the incoming season have now been fixed. Management will advise of arrangements.
UNDER 16 BOYS – Juvenile training continues at Abbey Park on the JD Thursdays and Sundays. Matches for the incoming season have now been fixed. Management will advise of arrangements.
MINORS – Training under Dominic Clarke's tutelage has commenced. Matches for the incoming season have now been fixed. Management will advise of arrangements.
SENIORS - The Seniors start their league campaign this Sunday with a home game against Maghery. This game has a 2.00pm throw in and your support would be appreciated. We wish Aidan and the boys well in the new campaign.
UNDER 14 GIRLS – Training on Tuesdays in Abbey Park from 6.00 - 7.00 pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
UNDER 16 GIRLS – Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30 - 7.30pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
MINOR AND SENIOR LADIES - Training continues on Monday night at 6.30 on the JD pitch.
GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - This continues each on Monday night on the JD pitch at 7.30pm. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.
YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP – Membership costs £10 and with matches beginning to be played it is vital that players are registered and insured. Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.
CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees for the year have been set at £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Membership can be paid to any Committee Member.
CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.
SOCIAL CLUB AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES – The club is now available for private parties and functions. A new, modern contemporary kitchen has been installed and is suitable for catering for large gatherings. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 028 37 523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.
BINGO - Continues every Monday at 8.30pm.
ABBEY LOTTO – There was no outright winner last weekend. Be in with a chance to win by buying a Lotto ticket each week. Next week's jackpot is £2,950- very useful to have in advance of Easter.
Great to see the wheelers are still going strong.
Best of luck for former county player Dominic Clarke and the minors this year, I am sure Dominic will do a bang up job and the minors will be a strong outfit again the year.
Keep er lit Rufus, great job on the Harps thread as per usual.
Thanks for the support Stew!! ;)
WEEKLY UPDATE
UNDER 6 – UNDER 10 - Training resumes on the JD pitch at Abbey Park on Sunday 15 April. The outdoor Sunday morning sessions will start at 10.30 am and finish at 11.45 am. Looking forwarding to seeing you all after the Easter break! New boys and girls are welcome.
UNDER 12 - Training continues every Wednesday on the JD pitch at 7.00 pm.
UNDER 14 BOYS – Training continues at midday on Sunday on the JD pitch. Matches for the incoming season have now been fixed. Management will advise of arrangements.
UNDER 16 BOYS – Juvenile training continues on the JD pitch on Thursdays and Sundays. Matches for the incoming season have now been fixed. Management will advise of arrangements.
MINORS – Training under Dominic Clarke's tutelage continues. Matches for the incoming season have now been fixed. Management will advise of arrangements.
SENIORS - The Seniors recorded a good win over Granemore on Wednesday night.The next match is this Sunday, 15 April in Abbey Park when we host Culloville. The match has a 2.00pm throw in. Please come along and support the lads.
UNDER 14 GIRLS – Training on Tuesdays on the JD pitch from 6.00 - 7.00 pm. All new players welcome.
UNDER 16 GIRLS – Training on Wednesdays on the JD pitch from 6.30 - 7.30 pm. All new players welcome.
MINOR AND SENIOR LADIES - Training continues on Monday nights at 6.30 pm on the JD pitch.
GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - This continues each Monday night on the JD pitch at 7.30 pm. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular, fun sessions.
YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP –Membership costs £10 and with matches beginning to be played it is vital that players are registered and insured. Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.
CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees for the year have been set at £25 Full/Football, Social £15, (Over 18) Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Membership can be paid to any Committee Member.
CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" jackets. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.
SOCIAL CLUB AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES – The club is now available for private parties and functions. A new, modern, contemporary kitchen has been installed and is suitable for catering for large gatherings. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 028 37 523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.
BINGO - Continues every Monday in the Social Club at 8.30 pm.
ABBEY LOTTO – There was no winner of the lotto on Easter Sunday. Four matched three numbers and shared £60. Be in with a chance to win by buying a Lotto ticket each week. Next week's jackpot is £3,050.
ARMAGH HARPS WEEKLY NOTES
UNDER 6 to UNDER 10 - The Sunday morning outdoor sessions have begun in Abbey Park and a huge crowd turned up last week. New attendees also welcome this Sunday in Abbey from 10.30-11.45.
UNDER 14 BOYS – Training continues at midday on Sunday at Abbey Park on the JD pitch. Matches for the incoming season have now been fixed. Management will advise of arrangements.
UNDER 16 BOYS – The juveniles started their campaign last Thursday and lost out to Clann Eireann by a score of 5-12 to 2-9. The under 16 management and players would like to congratulate their colleague Brian McAnenly on winning the All Ireland under 15 handball competition over the Easter period. Well done and a proud day for Dad Sean and Mum Clodagh.
MINORS –The Minor League has commenced. Best of luck to Dominic Clarke and the lads for the campaign.
SENIORS – The Seniors played two matches in the past week. Culloville scored an injury time free to snatch a draw last Sunday. The lads though overcame this disappointment with a great five point victory in Lurgan against Clann Eireann on Wednesday night. This Sunday they have a home game against Clan na Gael -throw in 2.00 pm.
UNDER 14 GIRLS – The girls opened their Feile campaign with a win over Dromintee and now meet favourites Clann Eireann in the semi-final.
UNDER 16 GIRLS – Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30 pm -7.30 pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
MINOR AND SENIOR LADIES – Minor ladies begin their league campaign on Monday 23 April against Silverhill. The seniors begin their campaign tomorrow, 21 April in Abbey with a match against Clann Eireann.
GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - This continues each Monday night on the JD pitch at 7.30pm. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.
YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP –Membership costs £10 and with matches beginning to be played it is vital that players are insured. Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.
CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees for the year have been set at £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Membership can be paid to any Committee Member.
CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.
SOCIAL CLUB AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES – The club is now available for private parties and functions. A new, modern, contemporary kitchen has been installed and is suitable for catering for large gatherings. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 02837523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.
BINGO - Continues every Monday at 8.30pm.
ABBEY LOTTO – Winning numbers were 4, 6, 9, and 23. There was no outright winner. Be in with a chance to win by buying a Lotto ticket each week. Next week's jackpot is a massive £3,150.
EASTER CAMP - Harps' coaches successfully completed an Easter camp for everyone from Under 6 - Under 14. Well done to all those who helped out and took part.
DEEPEST SYMPATHY – The committee, members and players of Armagh Harps deeply regret to learn of the death of Mary Kelly, sister of our esteemed member Jim Ryan and mother of our fellow gael and Chairman of Cuchullains Hurling club, Jimmy Kelly. Deepest sympathy is extended to them and to Mary's grandson Paul Kelly who is on our senior panel.
ARMAGH HARPS WEEKLY NOTES
UNDER 6 & UNDER 8 - The Sunday morning outdoor sessions continue in Abbey Park from 10.30 - 11.45. The large numbers of participants, including parents, are enjoying the sessions. New attendees welcome.
UNDER 10 - This Sunday sees the start of the eagerly awaited Under 10 All County League. The boys and girls are away to Crossmaglen - throw-in 11.30. Good luck!!!
UNDER 12 - The All County League begins Saturday 5 May with a home clash against Pearse Og. Come along and give the boys your support!
UNDER 14 BOYS – The League continues next Tuesday night with a home tie against St Peters.
UNDER 16 BOYS – It's Championship time for the Juveniles on Thursday night, 3 May. The boys are home to St Peters at 7.00 pm.
MINORS – The Minor league continues next Monday night with a home match against Grange.
RESERVE - Harps started the All County Reserve League last week with a well deserved win, despite the horrendous conditions, against Clan na Gael. The campaign continues on Wednesday 2 May at 7.15 pm with a home game against Sarsfields.
SENIORS – For the second time this season an injury time free snatched victory from the Seniors. Morale remains high for this week's home fixture against Ballymacnab. Note the throw-in is 7.15 pm this Friday night 4 May.
UNDER 14 GIRLS – The girls continue to train for upcoming fixtures.
UNDER 16 GIRLS – Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
MINOR AND SENIOR LADIES – Both have begun their league campaigns.
GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - This continues each Monday night on the JD pitch at 7.30 pm. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.
YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP – Membership costs £10 and with Leagues now being played it is vital that players are insured. Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.
CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees for the year have been set at £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Membership can be paid to any Committee Member. Keep an eye out for the new "Membership Loyalty" scheme!!!
CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.
SOCIAL CLUB -The club is now available for private parties and functions. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 02837523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.
By popular request Colin "Tickles" Woods will return to the Club with his unique brand of folk music on Saturday 26 May.
BINGO - Continues every Monday at 8.30pm.
ABBEY LOTTO – There was no outright winner. Congratulations to Mick Sheridan in matching three numbers. Be in with a chance to win by buying a Lotto ticket each week. Next week's jackpot is a massive £3,200.
SUMMER CAMPS - Following the success of previous camps, Harps will provide a summer camp for everyone from under 6 - under 14. The Club will also host a Cúl Camp. Details to follow.
DEEPEST SYMPATHY – The committee, members and players of Armagh Harps deeply regret to learn of the deaths of member Rosaleen Corvan (nee Agnew) and Hugh McGeown, grandfather of senior player Jarlath Crilly. Sympathies are extended to both families.
CYCLE - Abbey Wheelers are planning this year's cycle to Carrick-on -Shannon. Cyclists should inform Tony Kelly of their interest.
ULSTER FEILE - Harps will host a set of finals in Feile Uladh this Saturday 5 May. See order of play:
- 11.00am - Division 4 Camogie Final
- 12.00 noon - Division 5 Hurling Final
- 1.00pm - Division 3 Camogie Final
- 2.00pm - Division 4 Hurling Final
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Rufus, keep er lit, this weekly update is great for us ex pats. :)
ARMAGH HARPS WEEKLY NOTES
UNDER 6 & UNDER 8 - Due to First Communion for St Patrick's Primary School, training this morning, Sunday 20, was postponed. We trust all the children and parents had a great day.
Training will resume on Sunday 27 in Abbey Park from 10.30-11.45. The large numbers of participants, including parents, are thoroughly enjoying the sessions. New attendees welcome.
UNDER 10 -Again due to First Communion this morning, the game against local rivals Pearse Og scheduled for Sunday morning at Abbey Park was postponed. Next session Sunday 27 May.
UNDER 12 - An excellent win away to Naomh Eoin last Saturday. The next game is home to Clans on 26 May.
UNDER 14 BOYS – Tuesday 15 May is Championship time with an away tie against St Peters.
UNDER 16 BOYS – Thursday sees one of three ties against Pearse Og opposition this week. The Under 16s are away.
MINORS – Following Monday night's match against the Ogs the League has now split. New fixtures will be out on 21 May.
RESERVE - The reserves unfortunately lost at home to Granemore in the first round of the Championship on Wednesday night last. Hard luck lads.
SENIORS – The Seniors recorded an excellent nine point win away to Wolfe Tones on Sunday. However they were somewhat unfortunate to fall to St Pats, in Cullyanna on Friday night, by a single point.
Note forthcoming Senior fixtures are home to Killeavy at 7.30 pm on Wednesday 23 May, and away to Dromintee at 7.30pm on Saturday 2 June
UNDER 14 GIRLS – The girls had a great victory over Killeavy last week in Abbey Park They worked tirelessly for 60 minutes and showed a great display of determination and skill on the pitch. Great scores from the forward line was backed up by excellent defensive work from all the backs and keeper - well done to all the girls. Training Continues Every Sunday Morning at 11.45am in Abbey Park.
UNDER 16 GIRLS – These girls had a great win over St Endas last week. The game was very competitive and the girls fought to the end ensuring a great display of football by both teams. Well done girls! Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30 - 7.30pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
MINOR GIRLS - The Minor girls had an excellent win over Pearse Og in Abbey Park last week. Some great saves from Cliodhna McKay and some excellent scores from Eimear Grimley, Kerrie Grimley and Kellyann Conlon were vital. Michelle Morgan and Emma Fields worked tirelessly in midfield, delivering some great balls into the forward line. An excellent goal scored by Rachel McGeown lifted the Harps and put them in front. Great defensive work also by Abbie Quigley, Maureen O'Hara, Nadia Knipe and Shannon McKeever . They all worked extremely hard for a well deserved win. Next Minor game on Monday 28 May, away to Dromintee. Training continues Monday/Thursday's at 6.30pm.
SENIOR LADIES – The Seniors had a very tough victory over Killeavy last week putting on a great display of football. The girls worked solid for 60 minutes slowing down Killeavy's attack with great defensive work by all of the backs and some excellent saves from Kellyann Conlon. The midfield and forward line worked tirelessly setting up scores and as usual between these two teams the game isn't over until the final whistle but Harps managed to hold their lead and win by a point; well done to all the girls. Armagh Harps also travelled to Carrickcruppen and Crossmaglen losing narrowly. Valuable experience was gained though! Training Continues Monday and Thursday Night 6.30pm Abbey Park.
GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - Sessions will re-commence later in the summer. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.
YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP – Membership costs £10 and with Leagues now being played it is vital that players are insured. Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.
CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees are £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Outstanding membership can be paid to any Committee Member.
LOYALTY CARD SCHEME - The new "Loyalty Card Scheme" which is exclusively available to members will be introduced next month. Each member will receive a personalised unique electronic card which will entitle the holder to concessionary drink prices in the Social Club. Non-card holders will pay a higher price. An additional bonus is that members can lodge monies to the card account and receive further concessions when certain thresholds are met.
CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.
SOCIAL CLUB - The Club is now available for private parties and functions. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 02837523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.
FORTHCOMING ENTERTAINMENT - By popular request Colin "Tickles" Woods will return to the Club with his brand of folk on Saturday 26 May.
The "ladies" will present a Coffee Morning and Cake Sale in the Club on Sunday 27 May 10.30-1pm. Come along, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere while your kids are training!!!!
"Armagh Friends of Africa" are hosting a fun table Quiz on Friday 1 June to raise much needed funds for their next project. Come along and enjoy the craic while helping a very worthy cause. Questions begin 9pm.
CYCLE - Abbey Wheelers have confirmed this year's cycle to Carrick-on –Shannon will take place on Saturday 1 September. Cyclists should inform Tony Kelly of their interest.
BINGO - Continues every Monday at 8.30pm.
GOLF - A mini-Golf Classic has been scheduled for Loughgall Park on Sunday 3 June. Slots are limited (Tee-off from 12-2pm) and will be offered on a first come first served basis. Only £22 for golf and meal- served in the Social Club. Contact Brendan Powell on 07801857789 for a tee-time.
WEEKEND FESTIVAL - "Armagh Friends of Africa" will host a weekend festival to support fundraising on the JD pitch weekend15-17 June. Entertainment will include a country and western night and "School around the Corner".
ABBEY LOTTO – Tonight's jackpot is a massive £3,330. To be in with a chance of collecting the weekly jackpot, ensure you have a lotto ticket bought - only £1 each!!!
SUMMER CAMPS - Following the success of previous camps Harps will provide a summer camp for everyone from under 6 -14. The Club will also host Kelloggs Cul Camp from 30 July to 3 August.
OLYMPIC TORCH - The Armagh leg Olympic Flame torch run will begin at Armagh Rugby Club at 2.45pm on 5 June. The route will include Mall East. Armagh City and District Council will be providing a family fun atmosphere on the Mall. The Council encourages Clubs to use this as an opportunity to showcase the Club by wearing club colours.
SYMPATHY - Club members were deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of former under age player Peter McAneney last week. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this sad time. The Club also offers its sympathies to the McArdle family on the death of prominent Gael 'Geraldo'. Mary Queen of the Gael have mercy on them.
Please note that tickets for the Armagh V Tyrone Championship game will be distributed to members on a first come first served basis in the Social Club on Tuesday 5 June from 7pm.
Please pass the word on.
How many would the club expect to get?
Quote from: Cold tea on May 31, 2012, 02:37:08 PM
How many would the club expect to get?
We got 95 with the option to buy more if required.
What time is the City derby on Wednesday, is it 7pm?
Quote from: Cold tea on June 25, 2012, 02:41:38 PM
What time is the City derby on Wednesday, is it 7pm?
7.30 Pearse Og Park..
Should be good game, great rivalry.
Og's win - CERT :D
CONDOLENCES – It is with great sadness that the Club acknowledges the deaths of Patsy Morgan last week and Eugene Fegan this morning.
Patsy was a distinguished goalkeeper for the Club in the '70's and a Club benefactor.
Eugene served the Club both as player and administrator, and was rewarded for his years of service by winning our Hall of Fame in 2011.
Mary Queen of the Gael have mercy on their souls.
Weekly Update
UNDER 6 – There will be no training next Sunday, 1 July. Instead kids, and parents, are invited to the Youth Cycle around the Mall. Come along and enjoy this fun cycle and the healthy breakfast in the Social Club afterwards.
UNDER 8 - Sunday 1 July kids are cycling around the Mall. Get on your bike!!! No training.
UNDER 10 - Wednesday training sessions from 6-7pm have now commenced. Sunday, 1 July, is the Youth Cycle around the Mall. Come along and enjoy this leisurely cycle.
UNDER 12 - Go Games continues on Saturday at 4pm. Keep up the good work boys.
UNDER 14 BOYS – Well done to the boys after their Championship semi-final victory over Tir na nOg in Ballyhagen last Tuesday night.
UNDER 16 BOYS –The boys home match against Killeavy on Thursday night last was postponed due to the weather.
MINORS – Well done to the boys in their win over St Paul's last night. Next Monday night they are away to Silverbridge.
RESERVE - No fixture scheduled this week.
SENIORS – Well done to the senior players and management who have already secured their place in the League Cup by finishing in the top eight of the All County League Division One. The lads are currently in fourth place with one game left - a match that will have to be replayed, away to our city rivals, after Wednesday night's game was abandoned due to heavy rain.
UNDER 14 GIRLS – The girls had a very close encounter with Shane O'Neills on Thursday night. It was a great display of football from the whole team with a goal separating the teams at the end. Next up is Clann Eireann away.
Training continues every Sunday Morning at 11.45am in Abbey Park.
UNDER 16 GIRLS – The girls had another great win last night over Mullabawn 2.09 to 2.00. This was a great game of football; the girls worked well together taking some excellent scores and there were great performances by all on the pitch. Well done girls. Next up away to Crossmaglen on Monday 2 July. All girls are asked to meet at 6pm in Abbey Park.
Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30-7.30pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
MINOR GIRLS - No game this week. Training continues Monday/Thursdays at 6.30pm.
SENIOR LADIES – No game this week. Next up is Crossmaglen at home on Wednesday 4 July and Dromintee at home on Saturday 7 July. Training continues Monday and Thursday night 6.30pm, Abbey Park.
GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - Sessions will re-commence later in the summer. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.
YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP – Membership costs £10 and with Leagues now being played it is vital that players are insured. Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.
CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees are £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Outstanding membership can be paid to any Committee Member.
Official GAA 2012 membership cards have now been received. Fully paid up members can collect from the Social Club. The Youth Officer can assist distribution for youth members.
LOYALTY CARD SCHEME - The new "Loyalty Card Scheme" which is exclusively available to members will be introduced early next month. Each member will receive a personalised unique electronic card which will entitle the holder to concessionary drink prices in the Social Club. Non-card holders will pay a higher price.
An additional bonus is that members can lodge monies to the card account and receive further concessions when certain thresholds are met.
CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.
SOCIAL CLUB - The Club, which recently received the 5* rating from Armagh Council Environmental Health, is now available for private parties and functions. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 02837523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.
FORTHCOMING ENTERTAINMENT - Regular weekend entertainment continues. Come along and enjoy the craic. Watch the football on big screen in a child friendly environment.
BINGO - Continues every Monday at 8.30pm.
ABBEY LOTTO –This week's numbers 3, 5, 12 and 16. One lucky match three winner. Next week's jackpot is a massive £3,600. Don't miss out on this fantastic prize- buy your lotto ticket- only £1 each!!!
SENIOR CYCLE - Abbey Wheelers have confirmed this year's cycle to Carrick-on–Shannon will take place on Saturday 1 September. Cyclists should inform Tony Kelly of their interest. The Club is pleased to welcome Cycleology, Little Barrack Street, Armagh as sponsor of this event.
YOUTH CYCLE - The much awaited Fundraising Cycle in Aid of Youth Development takes place this Sunday 1 July around the Mall. The cycle will commence at 9am- Under 6's cycle 1km, Under 8's 3km , Under 10's 5km and Under 12's (and others) 7km.
Parents & children are asked to congregate at Mall East (Museum
side) by 8.45am. Please note ALL children must be accompanied by an adult during the cycle & that bikes are not provided. It is recommended that your child wears a helmet. Parents are also welcome to cycle.
A healthy breakfast will be provided for all participants and parents
in the Harps Socail Club immediately afterwards.
Sponsorship forms are now available for cyclists.
SUMMER CAMPS - Following the success of previous camps Harps Ladies will again run a Summer Camp. This year's Camp will run from Monday 2 July to Friday 6 July, 10am-2pm daily. Open to both boys and girls from under 6 -14 the cost is £25 for the week. Concessions are made to families with more than one child attending- £20 for each additional child. Registration can be made on the morning of Monday 2 July.
All kids are asked to bring a packed lunch and a change of clothes in the event of inclement weather.
The Club will also host the Kelloggs Cul Camp from 30 July to 3 August. Please enrol via County Board.
LAST GOAL SCORER - Harps Seniors are organising "Last Goal Scorer" draws throughout this year's Championship. Only £2 a ticket- £70 to the winner!!!! Tickets available from the Social Club and senior team members.
WEEKLY NEWS UPDATE
UNDER 6, UNDER 8 & UNDER 10 – Training every Sunday, 10.30-11.45.
UNDER 10 - Wednesday training sessions from 6-7pm have now commenced.
UNDER 12 - The Go Games continued on Saturday last when the boys were away to the Ogs.
UNDER 14 BOYS – The boys were unlucky in the Championship. Still plenty to play for in the League!
UNDER 16 BOYS – No fixture this week.
MINORS – Well done to the boys in achieving another win, beating Silverbridge on Monday night. The lads are away to Crossmaglen tonight.
RESERVE - No fixture scheduled this week.
SENIORS – Well done to the senior players and management who have already secured their place in the League Cup by finishing in the top eight of the All County League Division One. Unfortunately due to the untimely death of Paula Kelly, the outstanding game against our city rivals has been postponed. No date for re-fixture as yet. Please check the Harps website, Facebook page and Twitter account for re- fixture details.
UNDER 14 GIRLS – Training continues every Sunday Morning at 11.45am in Abbey Park.
UNDER 16 GIRLS – Training on Wednesdays in Abbey Park from 6.30-7.30pm on the JD pitch. All new players welcome.
MINOR GIRLS - Training continues Monday/Thursday's at 6.30pm.
SENIOR LADIES – Training continues Monday and Thursday night 6.30pm, Abbey Park.
GAELIC FOR MOTHERS - Sessions will re-commence later in the summer. All mothers are welcome to come along for these very popular fun sessions.
YOUTH REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP – Membership costs £10 and with Leagues now being played it is vital that players are insured. Contact John Rath or any youth mentor.
CLUB REGISTRATION – Membership fees are £25 Full/Football, Social £15, Over 18 Student £15 and Youth £10. Senior (over 65) is free. Please support your Club by paying your membership. Outstanding membership can be paid to any Committee Member.
Official GAA 2012 MEMBERSHIP CARDS - These have now been received. Fully paid up members can collect from the Social Club. The Youth Officer will assist distribution for youth members.
LOYALTY CARD SCHEME - The new "Loyalty Card Scheme" which is exclusively available to members will be introduced in the next few weeks. Each member will receive a personalised unique electronic card which will entitle the holder to concessionary drink prices in the Social Club. Non-card holders will pay a higher price.
An additional bonus is that members can lodge monies to the card account and receive further concessions when certain thresholds are met.
CAIRDE NA CLAIRSIGH – New "Cairde" members are always welcome. Be part of a unique group and wear the special "Cairde" coats. Direct debits can be set up from as little as £10 per month.
SOCIAL CLUB - The Club, which recently received the 5* rating from Armagh Council Environmental Health, is now available for private parties and functions. Contact bar manager Sean Powell at 02837523281 to arrange a visit or a booking.
FORTHCOMING ENTERTAINMENT - Regular weekend entertainment continues. Come along and enjoy the craic. Watch the football on big screen in a child friendly environment.
BINGO - Resumes Monday 23 July at 8.30pm.
ABBEY LOTTO – Last night's lotto numbers were 1, 2, 14 and 20. One person matched three numbers and won £50. Next week's jackpot is a massive £3,700. Don't miss out on this fantastic prize - buy your lotto ticket - only £1 each!!!
YOUTH CYCLE - The Cycle was a huge success with over 80 participating. Both children and parents enjoyed the occasion, including the healthy breakfast provided. Any outstanding sponsorship forms should be left with youth coaches or in the Club.
SUMMER CAMPS - There was a huge attendance at the Summer Camp last week. All the kids thoroughly enjoyed themselves while improving their skills at the same time. A huge thank you to the Ladies for organising the event and all those who gave up their time to coach the new generation of Harps stars. It is particularly encouraging to see so many of our Minors and Under 21 players mentoring these young players. Well done to all!!!
The Kelloggs Cul Camp commences in Abbey Park Monday 30 July.
LAST GOAL SCORER - Harps Seniors are organising "Last Goal Scorer" draws throughout this year's Championship. Only £2 a ticket- £70 to the winner!!!! Tickets available from the Social Club and senior team members.
ABLE GROUP - This group train in Abbey Park weekly and our own Ciaran McMahon was chosen as a group representative to play at half time in the Monaghan V Down Ulster Championship Semi-Final. As expected Ciaran excelled on the day scoring a cracking goal. Well done Ciaran!!!!
BEST WISHES - to Simon Clarke and all the Harps members of Armagh Friends of Africa who leave next week on the next stage of their project. We wish them well.
GAA MUSEUM CROKE PARK - The museum has just announced the line-up for this year's Legends Tour Series, which gets underway on Thursday 12 July with Oisín McConville. The tour is scheduled to take place at 7pm on 12 July and bookings can be made online via the museum's website – www.crokepark.ie/gaa-museum. There is a limit of 50 places for each of the Legends tours and, based on tours in previous years, demand is high for this unique experience.
NEWS - There will be no update next week. Please check the Harps website (www.armaghharps.com), Harps Facebook page and Harps Twitter account for details of fixtures and events.
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Armagh Harps GFC, along with our fellow City Gaels in Pearse Og GAC, St Brigid's Camogie Club, Cuchulainn Hurling Club and Sean Quinn Handball Club, are helping to promote a "Friends of Donal Powell Table Quiz". The quiz will take place on Saturday 23 March at 9.00 pm in the Pearse Og Social Club.
This event has been arranged to remember and celebrate the life of Donal Powell, who tragically passed away at a very young age. The quiz will mark twenty years since Donal's untimely passing on 20 March 1993.
Donal was a well known and popular GAA figure, who could count many Harps' men as good friends, despite the great rivalry between ourselves and Pearse Og! All the slagging was very much of the light hearted variety, and is remembered fondly as I write this!!
The Quiz Master is none other than our fellow Gael and Club Chaplain, Fr Rory, and teams of 5 (or 6) are invited to partake at a cost of £5 per person including a light super. All proceeds will be donated to Newry Hospice.
Please pass the word on and show your support by entering a team on the night.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on March 01, 2013, 09:23:12 PM
Armagh Harps GFC, along with our fellow City Gaels in Pearse Og GAC, St Brigid's Camogie Club, Cuchulainn Hurling Club and Sean Quinn Handball Club, are helping to promote a "Friends of Donal Powell Table Quiz". The quiz will take place on Saturday 23 March at 9.00 pm in the Pearse Og Social Club.
This event has been arranged to remember and celebrate the life of Donal Powell, who tragically passed away at a very young age. The quiz will mark twenty years since Donal's untimely passing on 20 March 1993.
Donal was a well known and popular GAA figure, who could count many Harps' men as good friends, despite the great rivalry between ourselves and Pearse Og! All the slagging was very much of the light hearted variety, and is remembered fondly as I write this!!
The Quiz Master is none other than our fellow Gael and Club Chaplain, Fr Rory, and teams of 5 (or 6) are invited to partake at a cost of £5 per person including a light super. All proceeds will be donated to Newry Hospice.
Please pass the word on and show your support by entering a team on the night.
I heard this was a roaring success, Pablo would have been proud to see his nearest and dearest there to celebrate his life and legacy, well done all involved.
1 full year from a post in this once fine thread.
Great start to the year with an away win at Whitcross, sadly working so didnt catch it but scoreline suggests a comfortable win
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on April 13, 2014, 11:16:56 PM
Great start to the year with an away win at Whitcross, sadly working so didnt catch it but scoreline suggests a comfortable win
And followed up with a good win at Dromintee in a match that we probably made more hard work of than should have been the case. Like yourself Spirit, I missed the matches due to work but got to see the game tonight!! ;D A most rewarding experience - three wins from three games - again made hard work of a match we should have closed out earlier, but a win is a win, particularly over our nearest and dearest! 8)
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on May 02, 2014, 11:47:35 PM
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on April 13, 2014, 11:16:56 PM
Great start to the year with an away win at Whitcross, sadly working so didnt catch it but scoreline suggests a comfortable win
And followed up with a good win at Dromintee in a match that we probably made more hard work of than should have been the case. Like yourself Spirit, I missed the matches due to work but got to see the game tonight!! ;D A most rewarding experience - three wins from three games - again made hard work of a match we should have closed out earlier, but a win is a win, particularly over our nearest and dearest! 8)
Made my day whe I called home to get that result. We are looking good!
heard rumours that some of the OG's lads made big money on them losing to the harps?
The Harps can't be half bad if they beat Maghery. Who was the lad who scored a rake of points in the match?
PP going 1/12 Crossmaglen 13/2 harps. Not giving us much of a squeak there.
Just the way we like it. Bring it on, town starting to turn Blue and White.
Quote from: Oraisteach on October 09, 2014, 12:09:05 AM
The Harps can't be half bad if they beat Maghery. Who was the lad who scored a rake of points in the match?
Ultan Lennon.
This last few days have been really hectic and the excitement is beginning to build to what should be a great week-end. I see our own placard at the Monaghan Road junction!
Looking forward too to the 'Up For The Cup' night this Friday, in the Club, to celebrate 25 years since lifting McKillop with victory over St Pauls - great memories and a great opportunity by starting the weekend by seeing out the old and finishing the weekend with bringing in the new!!! :)
Big week for your lads but I suppose the experience gained from losing in 2009 will be useful to keep the players minds on the job, fair bit of expectation I suppose as this would be seen as a good time to beat our boys as they really have only had 1 reasonably competitive game in the championship to date and the beating your lads gave us in the league will have bouyed up their confidence. I suppose it's like every other year for our boys but I know that some of the bodies are really feeling it this year. Lots of wee niggles and issues but no major ones bar 1 or 2. Big change for the Young Irelanders to add on number 21!!!!
Thinking that Cross are vulnerable is a mistake too many people have made down through the years. However i feel you are somewhat genuine in talking your chances down. If we do the unthinkable on Sunday I think it will be much more significant than the Pearse Ogs win in relation to the Cross machine going forward. Many a supporter would love to see an ultra competitive Championship year on year where 1 of 4/5 teams have every chance and Victory for us would i feel re-ignite a few years of uncertainty. That's not a slight on Cross, they deserve to be where they are and one can only admire what they have achieved.
Thoughts on the ref? I just hope he isn't intimidated by Cross like so many of his peers.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 13, 2014, 11:36:57 PM
This last few days have been really hectic and the excitement is beginning to build to what should be a great week-end. I see our own placard at the Monaghan Road junction!
Looking forward too to the 'Up For The Cup' night this Friday, in the Club, to celebrate 25 years since lifting McKillop with victory over St Pauls - great memories and a great opportunity by starting the weekend by seeing out the old and finishing the weekend with bringing in the new!!! :)
Sounds like it could be a good night. I'll be tuning in on Sunday, good luck and cmon the Harps. If 89 is to be repeated the shambles will be busy for a week anyway
Quote from: maddog on October 17, 2014, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 13, 2014, 11:36:57 PM
This last few days have been really hectic and the excitement is beginning to build to what should be a great week-end. I see our own placard at the Monaghan Road junction!
Looking forward too to the 'Up For The Cup' night this Friday, in the Club, to celebrate 25 years since lifting McKillop with victory over St Pauls - great memories and a great opportunity by starting the weekend by seeing out the old and finishing the weekend with bringing in the new!!! :)
Sounds like it could be a good night. I'll be tuning in on Sunday, good luck and cmon the Harps. If 89 is to be repeated the shambles will be busy for a week anyway
The Shambles will be a shambles for a lot longer id that happens!!!
Quote from: brokencrossbar1 on October 17, 2014, 12:28:18 PM
Quote from: maddog on October 17, 2014, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 13, 2014, 11:36:57 PM
This last few days have been really hectic and the excitement is beginning to build to what should be a great week-end. I see our own placard at the Monaghan Road junction!
Looking forward too to the 'Up For The Cup' night this Friday, in the Club, to celebrate 25 years since lifting McKillop with victory over St Pauls - great memories and a great opportunity by starting the weekend by seeing out the old and finishing the weekend with bringing in the new!!! :)
Sounds like it could be a good night. I'll be tuning in on Sunday, good luck and cmon the Harps. If 89 is to be repeated the shambles will be busy for a week anyway
The Shambles will be a shambles for a lot longer id that happens!!!
I'd say you lads are that used to them its just a couple of pints and sandwiches after the match and off to training for the Ulster.
How many of the Harps minor side who lost the Ulster final to Glen will be starting?
Quote from: The Iceman on August 25, 2014, 05:08:41 PM
heard rumours that some of the OG's lads made big money on them losing to the harps?
Heard rumours that some of the HARP's lads made big money on them losing to Cross by more than 15 points
Quote from: ogshead on October 20, 2014, 11:58:58 AM
Quote from: The Iceman on August 25, 2014, 05:08:41 PM
heard rumours that some of the OG's lads made big money on them losing to the harps?
Heard rumours that some of the HARP's lads made big money on them losing to Cross by more than 15 points
Shurre you did hou Muppet! !!
Quote from: stew on October 27, 2014, 03:14:21 AM
Quote from: ogshead on October 20, 2014, 11:58:58 AM
Quote from: The Iceman on August 25, 2014, 05:08:41 PM
heard rumours that some of the OG's lads made big money on them losing to the harps?
Heard rumours that some of the HARP's lads made big money on them losing to Cross by more than 15 points
Shurre you did hou Muppet! !!
I was just wanted to see the reaction if I changed a few words around from the previous post
Commiserations to Bennydorano and family on the passing of his father the great Paddy Kelly. The club wont feel the same without seeing paddy there. Great man.
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on November 03, 2014, 10:12:47 AM
Commiserations to Bennydorano and family on the passing of his father the great Paddy Kelly. The club wont feel the same without seeing paddy there. Great man.
Too true. RIP Paddy
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on November 03, 2014, 10:12:47 AM
Commiserations to Bennydorano and family on the passing of his father the great Paddy Kelly. The club wont feel the same without seeing paddy there. Great man.
Well said. Paddy was a great man, not once did I ever see him raise his voice in anger, he just went about his business quietly and raised a hell of a family
I was very sorry to hear that Jim Ryan died, his son Finbarr was my best man and a life long friend and I had a great time with Jim over the years.
My thoughts and prayers are with Jim, Finbarr and Colin and may Jim rest in peace.
Quote from: stew on April 10, 2015, 03:41:58 PM
I was very sorry to hear that Jim Ryan died, his son Finbarr was my best man and a life long friend and I had a great time with Jim over the years.
My thoughts and prayers are with Jim, Finbarr and Colin and may Jim rest in peace.
Well said Stew. I would count Jim as a close and personal friend and his efforts over many years for the Club were properly rewarded when he was inducted into our Hall of Fame back in 2012. A Banbrook Hill man through and through, I will remember him fondly as a hard working and loyal Club Man with a brilliant sense of humour. His passing leaves a gap on so many levels - Family, Community, Club - that cannot be replaced.
My sympathies to Mrs Ryan, Barry and Colin and the wider family circle.
Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Sad news indeed. RIP Jim
Mon the Harps!!!!
Gutted and destroyed by Cross again, they are a machine.
Get in there. Proud of the lads tonight. Let's do this.
Quote from: RealSpiritof98 on August 27, 2017, 02:06:30 AM
Get in there. Proud of the lads tonight. Let's do this.
Performance of two halves. Up to about five minutes before half time, we led something like 3-8 to 0-3, having played some scintillating football, but shipped 1-1 before the interval to go in ahead 3-9 to 1-4.
In the second half, I thought we lost our way totally. We are not ruthless enough, and with the match seemingly won, we took our foot off the gas. We then conceded a needless second goal and St Pats began to believe again and they threw caution to the wind, piling forward, scoring further goals. At that stage I thought we had lost our shape, and found it difficult to regain any momentum, but managed to pick off a few points on the break and hold on for a five point victory.
Given it was the Championship, the result is everything, but there is obviously plenty to work on going forward.
Very disappointing crowd maybe they were catching a few zzz's for the big con sorry fight.
Well we never do things the easy way, a main man sent off for a straight red, a very poor performance overall yet here we sit, victors and in the county final again, we await Cross or Maghery and we will be the biggest underdogs seen in years, that said a team that can play that poorly and win at that level has something going for them.
Well done players and management, belief is the keyand we are there, shure we might as well steal her from here and watch the shambles explode in delirium once again. )
What was the red for, how did the keeper get a yellow and Nippy a red, have to admit I never saw what happened.
Semi-finals are about winning. Nothing else.
Stew is right - we are where we want to be and we have got there despite not playing particularly well since the first half in Crossmaglen way back in August. However we are getting over these tough hurdles.
Undoubtedly the step up in class for the final will be huge, regardless of the opposition, and we will go in as the long priced outsider in a two horse race. The next two weeks can hopefully help focus minds.
Like nearly every single person in the ground, with the exception of the two umpires, I did not see the Nippy incident but I will be very surprised to find he did something to warrant a red card whilst standing five yards from the umpires.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 30, 2017, 01:36:25 PM
Like nearly every single person in the ground, with the exception of the two umpires, I did not see the Nippy incident but I will be very surprised to find he did something to warrant a red card whilst standing five yards from the umpires.
Would the corollary of this not be that even your average umpire can see that distance?
Mystery foul?
I am gutted for Nippy, he is 32 and is a great servant to the club, he will be devastated at missing the final and he should be, the Harps will miss him and just makes things that much more difficult as if they are not hard enough!
The Harps are a very good side, we have not played well however if we hit top form in the final we will win this thing, Cross are not what they were and we always seem to do well against Maghery, punchers chance no matter who we get! Up Maghery :P
Quote from: armaghniac on September 30, 2017, 02:09:17 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on September 30, 2017, 01:36:25 PM
Like nearly every single person in the ground, with the exception of the two umpires, I did not see the Nippy incident but I will be very surprised to find he did something to warrant a red card whilst standing five yards from the umpires.
Would the corollary of this not be that even your average umpire can see that distance?
Indeed.
Delighted we are into another final. Just wanna wish John and the lads all the very best, some amount of effort has been put in over this past few years and I'd love to see them rewarded. We are up against it as Shane McConville has Maghery playing some stuff and I'm sure they have ambitions beyond the county title. Away to dust down the flag.
His red was for striking with the fist.
I'll be listening out for the Maghery fans cheering at the end!!!
Will Armagh TV be covering the match does anyone know? I'm sure theres some buzz about the 'low end of the town'.
Pity about Nippy missing the final he put some work in to come back from injury.
All the best lads!
Quote from: The Iceman on October 11, 2017, 12:50:36 PM
Will Armagh TV be covering the match does anyone know? I'm sure theres some buzz about the 'low end of the town'.
Pity about Nippy missing the final he put some work in to come back from injury.
All the best lads!
Yes according to official website. £5 cost. Both intermediate and senior games on.
I reckon a draw.
Quote from: Orior on October 14, 2017, 11:02:30 PM
I reckon a draw.
Last year Maghery lost their composure in Newry in the Ulster Club, but they have learned from that and they played well against Cross'. I'd say they'll not lose the plot now, so I don't see Harps doing it.
Well done Harps, when Lavery caught the ball on the second half throw in I wasn't giving you much chance.
Well done Harps. You've had a long enough barren spell.
Well done harps. Showed bravery and well deserved
Well done Harps, lost a couple of county finals in the 80s scoring just a couple of points in the first half, was looking bad there for a bit but yis pulled through, na clairsigh abu
Fair play to the harps know a few of their supporters delighted for them.
Good luck ,you deserved it.Well done.
What a day, tremendous second half performance got us over the line against a Maghery team that sumply went to sleep for twenty minutes in the second half, we got two great goals within 90 seconds that blew the game wide open and we kicked on from there.
There wil be some craic the day in the club, well done players and supporters who showed up in droves, thanks to Maghery for being an important part of the day and a special thank you to John Toner and his charges for the performance of their lives.
great job lads! great to see all the pictures and videos of celebrations online - great to see the county champs back in the town!
Well done Harps. Great second half performance - almost flawless. Top goals and and out of this world save near the end. Bit of a coming of age for this side who look a real team now. Great to see the joy this win has brought to so many Harps stalwarts. Hopefully this is a platform for bigger things.
https://youtu.be/81X3OvR2OYg (https://youtu.be/81X3OvR2OYg)
Well done, Harps!
Good to see a famous name back among the honours.Brought back poignant memories for me of their last win against the same opponents 26 years ago
Thanks to all who have posted their congratulations. Much appreciated folks
I was very nervous ahead of the game but thought we would win, as I felt Maghery may have played their final in the second win over Cross. I don't mind telling you though that just after half time, I thought a win was a forlorn hope, as Maghery won the ball from the throw in and went down the pitch to extend their lead with a point.
At that moment we were down 6-2, and I had visions of another of our nightmare 1980s no shows in the final, going down in a low scoring game.
All that changed inside a minute when we scored two goals. The first, a brilliant team move from our kickout and ending with a great Minnie McShane finish. The second, a high ball in, batted down into his own path by Ultan Lennon, and crashed to the net from fourteen yards.
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81X3OvR2OYg)
To be fair, Maghery responded well and got the next three scores to lead 0-9 to 2-2 but at that stage our tails were up. Ultan Lennon in particular was playing with confidence and his three second half points were all top drawer. However for me the driving force behind our second half display was Charlie Vernon, who gave a performance for the ages. His performance around the middle was one of skill, drive, determination, energy and most important of all leadership. It was like he had a moment to himself where he thought, 'this is my time'. Sensational!!
We could never finish the game off and were guilty of butchering several golden opportunities. That meant that Maghery were always dangerous. Crealey was now 'in around the house' and Aidan Forker was putting bombs into our square from about seventy yards out. It took an absolutely brilliant Paddy Morrison save to keep Maghery out (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0-vIH1w0_g) and from there we held on for a deserved victory.
The emotional scenes and celebrations at the end and throughout the rest of the weekend will live long in the memory.
Can I also pay tribute to the Maghery folk who, despite a painful defeat, showed their true class by offering congratulations. Martin Toye, Joe Fox, Brian Nugent, Rocky, John Robinson - not just great Gaels, but great people as well. Respect.
Should have added, it was a great team performance. Great performances all over the field for me, with worthy mention of Ultan Lennon, Decky McKenna, Paddy Morrison, Sean Farry, Mark McConville and for me the man of the match, the immense Charlie Vernon.
Congratulations to all of our players and management, along with a heartfelt 'thank-you'.
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 20, 2017, 12:12:01 PM
Should have added, it was a great team performance. Great performances all over the field for me, with worthy mention of Ultan Lennon, Decky McKenna, Paddy Morrison, Sean Farry, Mark McConville and for me the man of the match, the immense Charlie Vernon.
Congratulations to all of our players and management, along with a heartfelt 'thank-you'.
Well said Rufus, correct on all fronts, I and indeed your good self played soccer with John Toner and apart from being a great footballer, more importantly, he is and was a gentleman, I was extremely happy to see him in the club afterwards.
Charlie Vernon was tremendous, young Morrisons save I will never forget and his kickouts were world class, he must have been in the 90th percentile for accuracy, all in all a tremendous day but just like the county team, nothing ever comes easy for us Harpsmen, a colleague was slobbering that we are not the best team in the county, me being me challenged him to name a better one, Crossmaglen came out of his mouth, I reminded him and to those who were there that they had two bites of the cherry to get to the final and took neither, only one team was fit to win the county final in 2017 and that was Armagh Harps, up the Harps, long live the Harps!
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 20, 2017, 12:12:01 PM
Should have added, it was a great team performance. Great performances all over the field for me, with worthy mention of Ultan Lennon, Decky McKenna, Paddy Morrison, Sean Farry, Mark McConville and for me the man of the match, the immense Charlie Vernon.
Congratulations to all of our players and management, along with a heartfelt 'thank-you'.
Lads, as a neutral at the game I thought the Harps no.3 (think he is Loughran) was superb and surprised he is not mentioned here in the reviews of the game. His pass set up first goal and he had his hands full with Stefan Forker but coped more than admirably and had a strong game.
Quote from: Mikhailov on October 20, 2017, 02:03:35 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 20, 2017, 12:12:01 PM
Should have added, it was a great team performance. Great performances all over the field for me, with worthy mention of Ultan Lennon, Decky McKenna, Paddy Morrison, Sean Farry, Mark McConville and for me the man of the match, the immense Charlie Vernon.
Congratulations to all of our players and management, along with a heartfelt 'thank-you'.
Lads, as a neutral at the game I thought the Harps no.3 (think he is Loughran) was superb and surprised he is not mentioned here in the reviews of the game. His pass set up first goal and he had his hands full with Stefan Forker but coped more than admirably and had a strong game.
Karol Loughran is the player you refer to. I thought him and his brother Josh were both excellent and could easily have been mentioned in my last post - indeed I know one Harps' man who felt he was our man of the match. The official MOTM was Ultan Lennon, for me it was CV and others have mentioned Paddy Mo as a possible MOTM. It reflects what was an excellent team performance.
Karol is a brilliant footballer and in my opinion is a county player in all but name. He consisstently excels, so maybe I have done the lad a disservice by accepting his excellence last Sunday as 'normal' and not giving him a shout out.
Quote from: stew on October 20, 2017, 01:02:54 PM
Quote from: Rufus T Firefly on October 20, 2017, 12:12:01 PM
Should have added, it was a great team performance. Great performances all over the field for me, with worthy mention of Ultan Lennon, Decky McKenna, Paddy Morrison, Sean Farry, Mark McConville and for me the man of the match, the immense Charlie Vernon.
Congratulations to all of our players and management, along with a heartfelt 'thank-you'.
Well said Rufus, correct on all fronts, I and indeed your good self played soccer with John Toner and apart from being a great footballer, more importantly, he is and was a gentleman, I was extremely happy to see him in the club afterwards.
Charlie Vernon was tremendous, young Morrisons save I will never forget and his kickouts were world class, he must have been in the 90th percentile for accuracy, all in all a tremendous day but just like the county team, nothing ever comes easy for us Harpsmen, a colleague was slobbering that we are not the best team in the county, me being me challenged him to name a better one, Crossmaglen came out of his mouth, I reminded him and to those who were there that they had two bites of the cherry to get to the final and took neither, only one team was fit to win the county final in 2017 and that was Armagh Harps, up the Harps, long live the Harps!
The Harps are the best in the county this year. Don't let anyone tell you any different.
Thought Harps would have done better yesterday
(https://stuartfrew.files.wordpress.com/2014/05/harp.jpg)