Laois Shopping Centre Junior Football Championship - Park Ratheniska v Portarlington, O'Dempsey's v Killeshin, Ballylinan v The Harps, Stradbally v Rosenallis, The Heath v Spink, Ballyroan Abbey v Portlaoise, Graiguecullen v St Josephs
You'd expect one of the junior clubs to win this again.......PR or Rosenallis.
The Heath Portlaoise and Joe's won't be too bad either!
Graiguecullen will be strong in this.
Rosenallis and Balylinan are through to round two - The Heath and Spink drew.
Park, Graigue and Killeshin winners this week. Think Graigue will hard bet.
Results:
05/08/2016
Park Ratheniska 4-19
Portarlington 1-3
03/08/2016
Graiguecullen 3-10
St Joseph's 0-16
28/07/2016
Ballylinan 1-13
The Harps 0-7
27/07/2016
Stradbally 0-5
Rosenallis 0-13
The Heath 3-5
Spink 2-8
Park Ratheniska playing Rosenallis in round 2. They could well meet again in the final. Graigue seem to have a decent chance here too.
Depending on how ballinakill go in the hurling spink could still have a big say in this championship, they got within two of the heath in the replay without the ballinakill lads and have shown now they have lads well capable of stepping up above junior, it'll probably be between spink, ratheniska and rosenallis which is a good thing. Rather a first team win a championship when at all possible
Think park and Rosenallis will reach the final of this if they stay apart in the draw. Park were very good v joes Friday evening. Jim Langton is a fine footballer.
Portlaoise V Ballyroan could be a cracker Thursday night!
I see the Portlaoise Juniors then imtermediates then seniors play one night after another ...If it was the opposite way around I wonder how strong the Intermediates and then the juniors would be...
Not really fair as if the beat Park which they might their team could be severally weakened for the final which is unfair on Park.The system is wrong!
To be fair Portlaoise intermediates have three championship games played already this year.
Anyway I'd expect Park to beat them well in the junior.
Quote from: Unlaoised on September 06, 2016, 11:35:18 AM
I see the Portlaoise Juniors then imtermediates then seniors play one night after another ...If it was the opposite way around I wonder how strong the Intermediates and then the juniors would be...
Not really fair as if the beat Park which they might their team could be severally weakened for the final which is unfair on Park.The system is wrong!
If Portlaoise get to the junior final they won't be weaker by players moving up to intermediate. They've already used 22 or 23 lads for intermediate this year.
Be great if park and rosenalis win the semi final games,two genuine junior A teams,but reckon graigue wil hav a big say in things,a good few of the graigue team didnt commit to senior for one reason or another and are happy to kick a bit of junior,maybe thats why graigue struggled at senior level this year
If Park are any use they'll beat Portlaoise's third team. If they have anything in them, they'll be more than motivated to do so as well.
Quote from: Don Draper on September 06, 2016, 11:06:03 PM
If Park are any use they'll beat Portlaoise's third team. If they have anything in them, they'll be more than motivated to do so as well.
Yes I know but Tommy Fitzgerald would surely jump up a grade or two...He could end up playing Leinster Senior football championship later in the year...
I didn't know Portlaoise used so many in intermediate I just heard that they could loose Tommy and Colm Byrne if Intermediates need them!
I know Park should be beating them but it would certainly be easier with out these two lads..Who if the The Town got to the final could be missing!
I think Rosenallis will win it out in any case!
Can be hard to know with Portlaoise, every other clubs problem is trying to get players in, theirs is keeping the fringe players interested. I played a Div 5 game against Portlaoise a few years back where they had 7/8 average players 3/4 who could not kick it out of their way but they still had a 3/4 young lads who would make most senior teams. Crazy stuff. Their intermediate team seems like a goal scoring machine this year.
Quote from: Joeythelips on September 09, 2016, 03:52:34 PM
Can be hard to know with Portlaoise, every other clubs problem is trying to get players in, theirs is keeping the fringe players interested. I played a Div 5 game against Portlaoise a few years back where they had 7/8 average players 3/4 who could not kick it out of their way but they still had a 3/4 young lads who would make most senior teams. Crazy stuff. Their intermediate team seems like a goal scoring machine this year.
Crazy stuff indeed,I've being making this point for years, what becomes of the 50 or 60 young lads every year surplus to requirements that other clubs would kill for ???
Apparently no one gives a f*** much more important business to look after like parish rules and DRA or some other nonsense, it would drive a sane man to drink.
Jazus look at the time I'm off to the pub.
Portlaoise only beat us by a point with Tommy & Colm, they are more than beatable and in fairness at this stage it is a Junior A team. Transfers don't bother me so much as it must be players choice however there should be a one season cooling period before player moves, you will find that 90% back off at this stage. If the player contiunues on then by all means let him go.
Any thoughts on the semi finals tomorrow night? Which of the four teams left are favourites seen rosenallis against the heath they put up a good score seem to have a plan of how to play, haven't seen any of the other 3, Heard Graigue are strong though?
Two Junior A teams in the final, Park vs Rosenallis speaking to a few Graiguecullen relatives at the weekend Rosenallis seemingly a very good team playing attractive football, Graiguecullen thought all they had to do was turn up. then Park beacting the town heard that was a scrappy game with Park winning comfortably. Have to say hard to see anyone stopping Rosenallis very impressive results all through the championship. Heard Paddy Dunne that use to play with the Rock is over them he can't be anymore then 30. Any thoughts on the final Park will be looking for revenge though has a making of a good final.
Have seen Rosenallis play a few times over the last year or so and they're a good side. They've 2 lads that were playing for their U21's that look very good, a chap Murray in the HF line and Joey something playing in the FF. Both right good players. Sidelines a bit mouthy though!
We've played Rosenallis and P/R in the league this year. I'd say it'll be a close affair. Park have a few experienced lads who know how to win the junior and it just might edge it for them. Rosenallis have been close in the last few years. That was an impressive result against Graigue.
I have seen both play also and they are both good teams, park were impressive against Portlaoise although Portlaoise were very poor on the night, did not see the Rosenallis game but I heard they were also impressive, as for who is over them you are correct in saying Patrick Dunne and he is the guy from the Rock, not sure of his age but I do know he had a serious leg break and this stopped him playing and he was on the fringe of a Laois panel at the time, he is not alone there tho as a guy by the name of Kenny Farrell is joint manager with him, he is from Rosenallis and was playing up until last year and was a very good player, possibly the best Rosenallis produced and as far as I know he only gave up playing this year to take charge with Patrick as they were very impressive over their u-21s last season, Chrisy Smith from Portarlington is over Park and he again boasts a lot of experience, and for mouthy on the side lines, what GAA team is not??
Quote from: LaoisHeart on September 22, 2016, 08:42:34 AM
I have seen both play also and they are both good teams, park were impressive against Portlaoise although Portlaoise were very poor on the night, did not see the Rosenallis game but I heard they were also impressive, as for who is over them you are correct in saying Patrick Dunne and he is the guy from the Rock, not sure of his age but I do know he had a serious leg break and this stopped him playing and he was on the fringe of a Laois panel at the time, he is not alone there tho as a guy by the name of Kenny Farrell is joint manager with him, he is from Rosenallis and was playing up until last year and was a very good player, possibly the best Rosenallis produced and as far as I know he only gave up playing this year to take charge with Patrick as they were very impressive over their u-21s last season, Chrisy Smith from Portarlington is over Park and he again boasts a lot of experience, and for mouthy on the side lines, what GAA team is not??
Thanks for that Kenny.
think you have the wrong guy there dave but thanks for the compliment as i could not put one foot past the other
So who will win between Rathenskia and Rosenallis...
Its on after the senior games on Sunday...Long day for anyone wanting to see the three games and I do but waiting in the cold stand in O'Moore park for nearly 5 hours is a bit much!
Rathneiska by 4 or 5 for me. Just think their experience will pull them through.
Rosenallis are a very fit and well-drilled team. Seen in league and championship this year their movement and quick passing and playing at pace similar to their hurling style and with good eye for goals. I feel with more emphasis on the football they could become another Ballyfin-type club having both codes at decent standard (which they had both codes seniors up to late 90's if not mistaken). Up to Park to get key match up with Rosenallis right on the day. I reckon Rosenallis by 6 points or more. Park I feel will need at least 2-3 goals to have a chance of winning it and are potentially still without Sean Tynan to a shoulder injury whom is a loss. Would be nice for Park to win it considering the bereavement of one of their prominent members at the weekend and grandson of one of key players.
Rosenallis for a Football and Hurling double.
A pity this is on after the 2 senior semis. A lot of people will head home.
Park will win I think. Rosenallis have been close in recent years but not able to finish the job.
Quote from: SCFC on October 01, 2016, 08:17:38 AM
A pity this is on after the 2 senior semis. A lot of people will head home.
Park will win I think. Rosenallis have been close in recent years but not able to finish the job.
Rosenallis haven't been within an asses roar of this title in quite a long time. However, good win for them today in a tight match. They'll do ok in intermediate next year, I'd imagine.
Quote from: Dave like the tv channel on October 02, 2016, 08:18:32 PM
Quote from: SCFC on October 01, 2016, 08:17:38 AM
A pity this is on after the 2 senior semis. A lot of people will head home.
Park will win I think. Rosenallis have been close in recent years but not able to finish the job.
Rosenallis haven't been within an asses roar of this title in quite a long time. However, good win for them today in a tight match. They'll do ok in intermediate next year, I'd imagine.
They lost semi final in 2014 and 2015. Great win for them tonight. Number 4 was brilliant. Subs number 11 and 24 (John Lennon) also did very well. Been a tough year up there for them off the field so well done to them.
Bitterly disappointing for PR. Had chances to draw or even win it. Have a few good young lads coming through and have to be favourites to win this title next year.
Have to agree I thought No. 4 (Fennell) for Rosenallis was outstanding for such a young player No. 8 (Callaly) was also very impressive the two players were the difference between the teams
Rosenallis are a very young side with fast competitive footballers. P.R. were at times outplayed but managed to hang in and created an number of chances to draw or win the game they are also a very good young team that will win championships in the future. Rosenallis bench was very strong especially No. 24 (Lennon) No.11 (Murray)
when introduced really strengthened things up.
Rosenallis were the better team and deserved their win !
Good win for Rosenallis. Unlucky to lose to us in a couple of hard fought semis in recent years. Park will rise again. Junior A is a tough grade to get out of.
Quote from: Heshs Umpire on October 04, 2016, 07:59:44 AM
Good win for Rosenallis. Unlucky to lose to us in a couple of hard fought semis in recent years. Park will rise again. Junior A is a tough grade to get out of.
Park will be outstanding favourites for this next year...They will fancy beating Kilcavan who came down and hopefully the Senior team second or third teams will loose players before it gets down to the nitty gritty stage...
Good to see two proper junior teams in the final this year ..
I taught it was a good game but I seen both play better through out the year. A draw would have been fair but I agree with the subs that won this game
Rosenallis' bench proved the difference for sure, and their forwards proved a handful all day. Saying that the Park centre forward missed a sitter in second half to win it. Brennan at centre back was a big loss for Park, I could be wrong but I think they changed every line on the field as a result from when I saw them in the semi final.
Great year for rosenallis, winning intermediate hurling yest as well, shows if you invest in juvenile system you'll reap the rewards, average age of both panels is about 22 or 23.
A busy few weeks ahead in Leinster now as well.
Quote from: From the Terrace on October 09, 2016, 09:34:31 AM
Great year for rosenallis, winning intermediate hurling yest as well, shows if you invest in juvenile system you'll reap the rewards, average age of both panels is about 22 or 23.
Erm, in a county with 26(?) paarishes, they're the 25th best club team at the moment. Contextualise what you're saying. Will they win the IFC in the next 7/8 years? That's what they need to aim for.
Quote from: Dave like the tv channel on October 09, 2016, 07:28:08 PM
Quote from: From the Terrace on October 09, 2016, 09:34:31 AM
Great year for rosenallis, winning intermediate hurling yest as well, shows if you invest in juvenile system you'll reap the rewards, average age of both panels is about 22 or 23.
Erm, in a county with 26(?) paarishes, they're the 25th best club team at the moment. Contextualise what you're saying. Will they win the IFC in the next 7/8 years? That's what they need to aim for.
How many clubs are properly duel, ballyfin, portlaoise, ratheniska and clonaslee, to win 2 championships in one year un serious going, the good thing for them is that they have continued success underage, so they will be able to rely on picking the best one/two from an underage team rather than 7 or 8