Even if we have few retirements from the 2017 Mayo team, there is a need to refresh the wider panel as it is obvious that many currently on it don't enthuse the management. Could those attending championship games over the weekend post names of players who show promise.
So far the only players named (not on existing Mayo Panel) are
Peter Naughton Knockmore
Robert Molloy Carramore/Hollymount
Conor Keane Carramore/Hollymount
Kevin Feerick Carramore/Hollymount
James McCormack Claremorris
Conor Finnerty Ballintubber
Jason Gibbons Ballintubber
James Durcan Castlebar
Trevor Nally Garrymore
Ciaran Treacy Ballina
No. 15 ? Ardnaree
Quote from: mrhardyannual on October 09, 2017, 02:08:35 PM
So far the only players named (not on existing Mayo Panel) are
Peter Naughton Knockmore
Robert Molloy Carramore/Hollymount
Conor Keane Carramore/Hollymount
Kevin Feerick Carramore/Hollymount
James McCormack Claremorris
Conor Finnerty Ballintubber
Jason Gibbons Ballintubber
James Durcan Castlebar
Trevor Nally Garrymore
Ciaran Treacy Ballina
No. 15 ? Ardnaree
John Timlin from Ardnaree. 2 years minimum conditioning required IMO. Good footballer.
Quote from: mrhardyannual on October 09, 2017, 02:08:35 PM
So far the only players named (not on existing Mayo Panel) are
Peter Naughton Knockmore
Robert Molloy Carramore/Hollymount
Conor Keane Carramore/Hollymount
Kevin Feerick Carramore/Hollymount
James McCormack Claremorris
Conor Finnerty Ballintubber
Jason Gibbons Ballintubber
James Durcan Castlebar
Trevor Nally Garrymore
Ciaran Treacy Ballina
No. 15 ? Ardnaree
Id say James Carr Fergal Boland and Shane Nally are the most likely to step up for want of a better word.Carr has the potential but may need to play at a higher level club wise.Another winter of strength and conditioning will do Boland the world of good and Nally has impressed with any chance he has got so far.Loftus needs gametime but i think he has already proved his worth.Anyone joining the panel for the first time will take 2 years minimum to get to the level of strength and conditioning required.Regan might be worth another shot but i think that ship might have sailed.
Quote from: mrhardyannual on October 09, 2017, 02:08:35 PM
So far the only players named (not on existing Mayo Panel) are
Peter Naughton Knockmore
Robert Molloy Carramore/Hollymount
Conor Keane Carramore/Hollymount
Kevin Feerick Carramore/Hollymount
James McCormack Claremorris
Conor Finnerty Ballintubber
Jason Gibbons Ballintubber
James Durcan Castlebar
Trevor Nally Garrymore
Ciaran Treacy Ballina
John Timlin Ardnaree
Caolan Crowe and Shane Nally have been in the panel now for two years. Nally made a few league appearances and kicked two enormous points v Ros when the game was done. Crowe looked to be the understudy for Full back but when it cut to the chase he wasn't involved. Coen and Drake were the "go to" subs on most occasions. Coen had a poor year and confidence looked shot but will probably come good. Drake has looked comfortable at the back but a drake out of water up front. If management don't fancy or trust the Garry boys they are as well to let them go. Otherwise they need to play constantly through the league to be properly assessed.
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Caolan Crowe and Shane Nally have been in the panel now for two years. Nally made a few league appearances and kicked two enormous points v Ros when the game was done. Crowe looked to be the understudy for Full back but when it cut to the chase he wasn't involved. Coen and Drake were the "go to" subs on most occasions. Coen had a poor year and confidence looked shot but will probably come good. Drake has looked comfortable at the back but a drake out of water up front. If management don't fancy or trust the Garry boys they are as well to let them go. Otherwise they need to play constantly through the league to be properly assessed.
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I wouldnt judge them by time on the panel i believe Brendan Harrison was 2 years round the panel before he broke through and look how good he is now.I have to disagree with you about Drake.Maybe its just me but i dont see what he offers at all.Coen needs to be played at 6 for the league and let him develop in that role.He has potential but also a habit of giving the ball away needlessly at crucial stages.He gave the ball away very cheaply against Cork which led to their equaliser in normal time and he gave the ball away recklessly against Dublin which ended up with their free to win it.This needs to be worked on.The ideal situation for us is we use the league to find Coen possibly a midfielder and a forward to operate at the level required so we can have a bench including Boyle Andy and Seamus o se for the big games.
why would you put andy and boyle on the bench seamus maybe but only of some one better comes along.
I was very disappointed to see gibbons being let go last year as I thought he was really making a step up an a likely starter . wonder were there complicating factors.
as for andy age seem to the thing peole are using against him , he may or may not have 70 in him he's never been in better shapee in his career and he has improved as a footballer every year ive seen him play . While I don't rate boyle highly as a footballer and a player and a warrior he is unmatched . what he as done with his talents s remarkable
in regard to new players I was very impressed with some of the Westport player last year and think the deserve a serious shot the like of
Colm Moran
Shane scott
Oisin McLoughlin
and pat lambert
Quote from: rosnarun on October 11, 2017, 11:46:19 AM
why would you put andy and boyle on the bench seamus maybe but only of some one better comes along.
I was very disappointed to see gibbons being let go last year as I thought he was really making a step up an a likely starter . wonder were there complicating factors.
as for andy age seem to the thing peole are using against him , he may or may not have 70 in him he's never been in better shapee in his career and he has improved as a footballer every year ive seen him play . While I don't rate boyle highly as a footballer and a player and a warrior he is unmatched . what he as done with his talents s remarkable
in regard to new players I was very impressed with some of the Westport player last year and think the deserve a serious shot the like of
Colm Moran
Shane scott
Oisin McLoughlin
and pat lambert
Because id prefer to have them on the pitch for the last 20 minutes as opposed to the first 20.I just dont think Andy has a full 70/75 minutes in him at the pace needed against the Dublins Kerrys.Maybe Boyle could start hes the greatest warrior ive ever seen in a Mayo jersey but id rather have him nailing anything that moves when the game is there to be won or lost.In an ideal world both of them would be starting but to beat Dublin we have to develop a bench and if Coen and say Loftus can step up and claim a spot who better to bring in for the last 20/25 mins off a tight game than Andy and Boyler.
Quote from: mayoman dan on October 11, 2017, 10:04:54 PM
Quote from: rosnarun on October 11, 2017, 11:46:19 AM
why would you put andy and boyle on the bench seamus maybe but only of some one better comes along.
I was very disappointed to see gibbons being let go last year as I thought he was really making a step up an a likely starter . wonder were there complicating factors.
as for andy age seem to the thing peole are using against him , he may or may not have 70 in him he's never been in better shapee in his career and he has improved as a footballer every year ive seen him play . While I don't rate boyle highly as a footballer and a player and a warrior he is unmatched . what he as done with his talents s remarkable
in regard to new players I was very impressed with some of the Westport player last year and think the deserve a serious shot the like of
Colm Moran
Shane scott
Oisin McLoughlin
and pat lambert
Because id prefer to have them on the pitch for the last 20 minutes as opposed to the first 20.I just dont think Andy has a full 70/75 minutes in him at the pace needed against the Dublins Kerrys.Maybe Boyle could start hes the greatest warrior ive ever seen in a Mayo jersey but id rather have him nailing anything that moves when the game is there to be won or lost.In an ideal world both of them would be starting but to beat Dublin we have to develop a bench and if Coen and say Loftus can step up and claim a spot who better to bring in for the last 20/25 mins off a tight game than Andy and Boyler.
The game can be lost more easily in the first 50 than the last 20..
Quote from: Syferus on October 11, 2017, 10:10:49 PM
Quote from: mayoman dan on October 11, 2017, 10:04:54 PM
Quote from: rosnarun on October 11, 2017, 11:46:19 AM
why would you put andy and boyle on the bench seamus maybe but only of some one better comes along.
I was very disappointed to see gibbons being let go last year as I thought he was really making a step up an a likely starter . wonder were there complicating factors.
as for andy age seem to the thing peole are using against him , he may or may not have 70 in him he's never been in better shapee in his career and he has improved as a footballer every year ive seen him play . While I don't rate boyle highly as a footballer and a player and a warrior he is unmatched . what he as done with his talents s remarkable
in regard to new players I was very impressed with some of the Westport player last year and think the deserve a serious shot the like of
Colm Moran
Shane scott
Oisin McLoughlin
and pat lambert
Because id prefer to have them on the pitch for the last 20 minutes as opposed to the first 20.I just dont think Andy has a full 70/75 minutes in him at the pace needed against the Dublins Kerrys.Maybe Boyle could start hes the greatest warrior ive ever seen in a Mayo jersey but id rather have him nailing anything that moves when the game is there to be won or lost.In an ideal world both of them would be starting but to beat Dublin we have to develop a bench and if Coen and say Loftus can step up and claim a spot who better to bring in for the last 20/25 mins off a tight game than Andy and Boyler.
The game can be lost more easily in the first 50 than the last 20..
I understand that.Im not saying leave Andy and Boyle on the bench for the sake of it.Use to league to develop options and if Coen or Loftus or someone else are good enough start them
James Durcan gave a great display until black-carded in the Final. He was very prominent in the semi-final but less so in the replay. I was intrigued to see himself and Patrick standing together after the game. The effect of three years S&C on Patrick compared to his identical twin was remarkable. James may need a couple of years and there is no guarantee that he has the same mentality or dedication but I'd take a chance.
Quote from: mayoman dan on October 11, 2017, 10:16:40 PM
Quote from: Syferus on October 11, 2017, 10:10:49 PM
Quote from: mayoman dan on October 11, 2017, 10:04:54 PM
Quote from: rosnarun on October 11, 2017, 11:46:19 AM
why would you put andy and boyle on the bench seamus maybe but only of some one better comes along.
I was very disappointed to see gibbons being let go last year as I thought he was really making a step up an a likely starter . wonder were there complicating factors.
as for andy age seem to the thing peole are using against him , he may or may not have 70 in him he's never been in better shapee in his career and he has improved as a footballer every year ive seen him play . While I don't rate boyle highly as a footballer and a player and a warrior he is unmatched . what he as done with his talents s remarkable
in regard to new players I was very impressed with some of the Westport player last year and think the deserve a serious shot the like of
Colm Moran
Shane scott
Oisin McLoughlin
and pat lambert
Because id prefer to have them on the pitch for the last 20 minutes as opposed to the first 20.I just dont think Andy has a full 70/75 minutes in him at the pace needed against the Dublins Kerrys.Maybe Boyle could start hes the greatest warrior ive ever seen in a Mayo jersey but id rather have him nailing anything that moves when the game is there to be won or lost.In an ideal world both of them would be starting but to beat Dublin we have to develop a bench and if Coen and say Loftus can step up and claim a spot who better to bring in for the last 20/25 mins off a tight game than Andy and Boyler.
The game can be lost more easily in the first 50 than the last 20..
I understand that.Im not saying leave Andy and Boyle on the bench for the sake of it.Use to league to develop options and if Coen or Loftus or someone else are good enough start them
I may get a wrap on the knuckles for saying this, but Coen to me hasn't been good enough. He appears slow and I can't really remember him improving the team when he came on.
I may get a wrap on the knuckles for saying this, but Coen to me hasn't been good enough. He appears slow and I can't really remember him improving the team when he came on.
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He was very good when he came on in the 2016 replay.Id be hopeful thats the level he can get too and wait round.Anyways only one way to find out Farr.....roll on the league
Quote from: mayoman dan on October 26, 2017, 10:20:24 PM
I may get a wrap on the knuckles for saying this, but Coen to me hasn't been good enough. He appears slow and I can't really remember him improving the team when he came on.
He was very good when he came on in the 2016 replay.Id be hopeful thats the level he can get too and wait round.Anyways only one way to find out Farr.....roll on the league
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I think he needs to be given a marking job in defense like he had on Diarmuid Connolly after Keegan got sent off in 2016. I have been watching him since he was a kid and I've never been fully convinced. He had a poor 2017 but was often brought in at midfield or as sweeper. Put him chb for the league and sink or swim.
Seen there today about Cian Hanley being released from contract by Brisbane. Could be worth a run next year in the league if he decides to come home?
Four Claremorris players called into the extended Mayo pre-season training group...... Aidan Butler, James Stretton, James McCormack and Conor Diskin. Stretton (22) was in two years ago but needed shoulder surgery and missed out. Outstanding for Claremorris all year he has blinding pace, great tackling ability and is a natural leader. Butler (24) has played both Minor and U21 while the other two lads are both U21. Diskin is U20 for next year so might be left with that team.
Peter Naughton and Marcus Park called from Knockmore. How many players altogether are in the winter training panel?
Quote from: Farrandeelin on November 29, 2017, 04:24:05 PM
Peter Naughton and Marcus Park called from Knockmore. How many players altogether are in the winter training panel?
67 i believe
Quote from: Farrandeelin on November 29, 2017, 04:24:05 PM
Peter Naughton and Marcus Park called from Knockmore. How many players altogether are in the winter training panel?
Two players with a lot of potential, would be surprised if at least one of them don't make the panel over the next couple of years.
What positions do those Claremorris lads play hardy?
Aidan Butler and James Stretton are corner or wing backs. James McCormack is a terrific fielder who has played from centre back to centre forward. Conor Diskin plays from midfield to full forward.
Quote from: bucko on October 27, 2017, 10:17:07 PM
Seen there today about Cian Hanley being released from contract by Brisbane. Could be worth a run next year in the league if he decides to come home?
They have re-signed him as a rookie. You can only be on a rookie contract for a limited number of years then have to be let go or promoted to senior list.
I believe Lions applied for a special dispensation for Cian, presumably due to his injuries and the fact he is an international rookie.
Any players who are forwards with decent size and speed, with the ability to look a back in the eye and say "I am going to going get by you", oh and can kick the ball over the bar from 35-40 yards out.
Not asking a lot, but we all know what we need.
Some very impressive players on Westport's U21 side. Great to see the third town in the county beginning to emerge as a football power.
Anybody have any report from the FBD game against Leitrim.
Plenty new faces due to the team holiday - anyone impress / look like a likely prospect?
Some nice touches at time but the conditions destroyed any attempt at good football. Positive displays for Park, Butler,McCormack, Douglas and Treacy of the starters and from Gibbons, Naughton and Gallagher of the subs. Big Barry had a poor 40 mins and a few of the new boys will hope for another chance. All in all ....not much to see.
Well any one we didn't know about this time last year?
Sharoze seems to reinvented himself as a stocky hard man.
Neil douglas looks better than ever . but can he play county?
ballintubber and breaffy seemed to be backboned by lads we know or veterans we.
Quote from: mayoman dan on October 10, 2017, 08:57:05 PM
Caolan Crowe and Shane Nally have been in the panel now for two years. Nally made a few league appearances and kicked two enormous points v Ros when the game was done. Crowe looked to be the understudy for Full back but when it cut to the chase he wasn't involved. Coen and Drake were the "go to" subs on most occasions. Coen had a poor year and confidence looked shot but will probably come good.
Drake has looked comfortable at the back but a drake out of water up front. If management don't fancy or trust the Garry boys they are as well to let them go. Otherwise they need to play constantly through the league to be properly assessed.
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I wouldnt judge them by time on the panel i believe Brendan Harrison was 2 years round the panel before he broke through and look how good he is now.I have to disagree with you about Drake.Maybe its just me but i dont see what he offers at all.Coen needs to be played at 6 for the league and let him develop in that role.He has potential but also a habit of giving the ball away needlessly. He gave the ball away very cheaply against Cork which led to their equaliser in normal time and he gave the ball away recklessly against Dublin which ended up with their free to win it.This needs to be worked on.The ideal situation for us is we use the league to find Coen possibly a midfielder and a forward to operate at the level required so we can have a bench including Boyle Andy and Seamus o se for the big games.
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Just edited Coen's part about giving away the ball.
Has any of ye seen Darren corn play this year , he scores an awful lot
Darren coen seens to be what mayo foorball needs badly but distrusts the most a natural scoring forward , think of our best scoring forward and there was always a slight unease abot the, I exclude Cillian form this as his is a far more robust type , Brian kilkelly , jarlath Jennings Maurice Sheridan Connor mortimer , ends Varley even Ciaran Mcdonald for those of us with long enough memories before his beatification.
. The hardworking tireless type who always give some return is much more favored
Quote from: rosnarun on October 17, 2018, 11:20:59 AM
Darren coen seens to be what mayo foorball needs badly but distrusts the most a natural scoring forward , think of our best scoring forward and there was always a slight unease abot the, I exclude Cillian form this as his is a far more robust type , Brian kilkelly , jarlath Jennings Maurice Sheridan Connor mortimer , ends Varley even Ciaran Mcdonald for those of us with long enough memories before his beatification.
. The hardworking tireless type who always give some return is much more favored
I've always said that too , it's like we don't take to them at all and seem to never be willing to build a forward line around one . Sure ciaran Mac was cut too early as well with the trial saga shite.
Quote from: larryin89 on October 17, 2018, 05:01:17 PM
Quote from: rosnarun on October 17, 2018, 11:20:59 AM
Darren coen seens to be what mayo foorball needs badly but distrusts the most a natural scoring forward , think of our best scoring forward and there was always a slight unease abot the, I exclude Cillian form this as his is a far more robust type , Brian kilkelly , jarlath Jennings Maurice Sheridan Connor mortimer , ends Varley even Ciaran Mcdonald for those of us with long enough memories before his beatification.
. The hardworking tireless type who always give some return is much more favored
I've always said that too , it's like we don't take to them at all and seem to never be willing to build a forward line around one . Sure ciaran Mac was cut too early as well with the trial saga shite.
wonder will conor loftus suffer a similar fate for more industrious players like James Durkan or conor o Shea , not putting either down . just a choice of styles
Well where are we now a few day before a league final
no one mention the 2 most likely lads from this yeat
Ruane and Mcdonagh
I think come summer id also expect to see the following on or close to the team /Squad
m plunkett
Darren coen
james mc Cormack
Connor diskin
not sure how many more will get close but to find 4/5 players would be massive
2 men that have gone the other direction are Conor Loftus and Eoin O'Donoughe
Quote from: Randy on April 03, 2019, 04:27:43 PM
2 men that have gone the other direction are Conor Loftus and Eoin O'Donoughe
i think well still see plenty of those 2 . they are too good to disappear,
any one know much about ballinas Mikey Murray Mikey Murray
Quote from: rosnarun on April 27, 2019, 12:10:49 AM
Quote from: Randy on April 03, 2019, 04:27:43 PM
2 men that have gone the other direction are Conor Loftus and Eoin O'Donoughe
i think well still see plenty of those 2 . they are too good to disappear,
any one know much about ballinas Mikey Murray Mikey Murray
He's so good they named him twice. ;D
Quote from: bucko on April 27, 2019, 12:49:39 AM
Quote from: rosnarun on April 27, 2019, 12:10:49 AM
Quote from: Randy on April 03, 2019, 04:27:43 PM
2 men that have gone the other direction are Conor Loftus and Eoin O'Donoughe
i think well still see plenty of those 2 . they are too good to disappear,
any one know much about ballinas Mikey Murray Mikey Murray
He’s so good they named him twice. ;D
twin with very unimaginative parents
Quote from: Randy on April 03, 2019, 04:27:43 PM
2 men that have gone the other direction are Conor Loftus and Eoin O'Donoughe
I doubt we'll see Ryan O'Donohue ever in the green and red if rumours are to be believed
Quote from: Mayo4Sam on April 30, 2019, 12:45:36 PM
Quote from: Randy on April 03, 2019, 04:27:43 PM
2 men that have gone the other direction are Conor Loftus and Eoin O'Donoughe
I doubt we’ll see Ryan O’Donohue ever in the green and red if rumours are to be believed
oh go on then, give us a hint
Quote from: Mayo4Sam on April 30, 2019, 12:45:36 PM
Quote from: Randy on April 03, 2019, 04:27:43 PM
2 men that have gone the other direction are Conor Loftus and Eoin O'Donoughe
I doubt we'll see Ryan O'Donohue ever in the green and red if rumours are to be believed
what is going on there, he was one of the best forward on u21 team
Quote from: Mayo4Sam on April 30, 2019, 12:45:36 PM
Quote from: Randy on April 03, 2019, 04:27:43 PM
2 men that have gone the other direction are Conor Loftus and Eoin O'Donoughe
I doubt we'll see Ryan O'Donohue ever in the green and red if rumours are to be believed
I heard that a while back during the league but I didn't take any heed to it when Diskin got back in.
So who has made their name this year .
Knock more and Westport have lot of quality forwards but can the make the next step you Dempsey is the most interesting .
where the morans and kilkelly look ready to walk onto the mayo panel if not team and young Towey progression seems to be continuing
If you listen to people in Ballina Frank Irwin should be starting for Mayo
From Knockmore- Kieran King, Colm Reape and Aiden Orme would be the three I'd think could make an immediate impact. Dempsey, Armstrong, Flynn and Pearse Ruttledge all have a lot of potential
From what I saw of Conor Diskin he won't make it, you have to be able to shut ur mouth the odd time and he can't
Quote from: Mayo4Sam on September 03, 2020, 08:33:00 AM
If you listen to people in Ballina Frank Irwin should be starting for Mayo
From Knockmore- Kieran King, Colm Reape and Aiden Orme would be the three I’d think could make an immediate impact. Dempsey, Armstrong, Flynn and Pearse Ruttledge all have a lot of potential
From what I saw of Conor Diskin he won’t make it, you have to be able to shut ur mouth the odd time and he can’t
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every time
a new club comes good loads of players look certain to make the county team but normally after a few rounds of the league the county team is back pretty much and if you get one or 2 new players you doing well . and they are often lads that were on the fringes of the panel anyway. in that category would be King and naughton , Naughton was looked at and rejected the thing in favour of many of the rest is they are so young and have plenty of time.
I would had to see a load of guys get their chance and be rejected before they are ready to take their chance
With Barrett (& the steadying influence of Clarke) gone and Harrison out injured, Horan will need to have a good look at how he sets up the full back line. Keegan & Mullin played there this year but both look better out the field. Who else will be in the mix:
O'Hora - again probably better as a half back
McBrien?
Brickendon?
Coyne?
??
That's looking pretty light
Edit: Drake? Eoin O'D?
Quote from: macdanger2 on January 15, 2021, 03:16:28 PM
With Barrett (& the steadying influence of Clarke) gone and Harrison out injured, Horan will need to have a good look at how he sets up the full back line. Keegan & Mullin played there this year but both look better out the field. Who else will be in the mix:
O'Hora - again probably better as a half back
McBrien?
Brickendon?
Coyne?
??
That's looking pretty light
Edit: Drake? Eoin O'D?
Would Harrison not be back for 2021? I know he was really good in his first year or two with Mayo but honestly in the years since I felt he was there for the taking. He seemed to regress quite a bit.
Eoin O Donoghue looked to me to be a future All Star. Surprising that he wasn't involved this year.
No doubt there is a story behind it I'm sure.
Quote from: galwayman on January 15, 2021, 06:12:25 PM
Quote from: macdanger2 on January 15, 2021, 03:16:28 PM
With Barrett (& the steadying influence of Clarke) gone and Harrison out injured, Horan will need to have a good look at how he sets up the full back line. Keegan & Mullin played there this year but both look better out the field. Who else will be in the mix:
O'Hora - again probably better as a half back
McBrien?
Brickendon?
Coyne?
??
That's looking pretty light
Edit: Drake? Eoin O'D?
Would Harrison not be back for 2021? I know he was really good in his first year or two with Mayo but honestly in the years since I felt he was there for the taking. He seemed to regress quite a bit.
Eoin O Donoghue looked to me to be a future All Star. Surprising that he wasn't involved this year.
No doubt there is a story behind it I'm sure.
Rumour is that Harrison's injuries are fairly long term and he mightn't be back at all.
Drake retired last year.
Eoin O'D has looked like next in line for several years but has never got much of a look in from Rochford or Horan for some reason. Hard to keep at it when you're not getting a run I'd imagine, so hopefully he gets his chance this year.
time to revisit this
Eoin o d is no longer on the panel , #dont think theres a story just horan didnt pick him . maybe under the next manager , if andy and Aidan pick him
a lot of the new faces have slipped under this radar
Hession
Eoghan Mclauglin
carney
Donnacha McHugh
aidan orme
and hopefully sam callinan
Kinda show the gap between horans and the supporters thinking and horan has been proved right often enough now to get the benefit of the doubt
Quote from: rosnarun on February 24, 2022, 12:59:51 PM
time to revisit this
Eoin o d is no longer on the panel , #dont think theres a story just horan didnt pick him . maybe under the next manager , if andy and Aidan pick him
a lot of the new faces have slipped under this radar
Hession
Eoghan Mclauglin
carney
Donnacha McHugh
aidan orme
and hopefully sam callinan
Kinda show the gap between horans and the supporters thinking and horan has been proved right often enough now to get the benefit of the doubt
David McBrien
Didn't want to derail the D1 thread, and not sure if anyone frequents this board at all, but just looking at the squad for the last (regular) league game
Quote1.Rory Byrne – Ruairi O Broin – Castlebar Mitchels
2. Lee Keegan – Laoi MacAogáin – Westport
3. David McBrien - Dáithí Mac Briain - Ballaghadereen
4. Padraig O'Hora – Pádraig O'hOra – Ballina Stephenites
5. Oisín Mullin - Oisín Ó'Maoláin - Kilmaine
6. Aidan O'Shea – Aodhán O'Se – Breaffy
7. Stephen Coen © – Stiofáin O'Cadhain – Hollymount/Carramore
8. Jordan Flynn – Siuirtán Floinn – Crossmolina Deel Rovers
9. Matthew Ruane - Maitiú Ó Ruáin - Breaffy
10. Conor Loftus – Conchur O'Lachtnáin – Crossmolina Deel Rovers
11. Jack Carney - Sean O'Cearnaigh – Kilmeena
12. Fergal Boland - Fearghal Ó'Beolláin - Aghamore
13. Aiden Orme – Aodhán Orme – Knockmore
14. Jason Doherty - Séasáon Dochartaigh - Burrishoole
15. Ryan O'Donoghue – Riain O'Donnachadh - Beal a Mhuirthead
SUBS:
16. Colm Reape - Coilm O Reabaigh - Knockmore
17. Brendan Harrison - Breandan Ó Hearchaí - Aghamore
18. Paddy Durcan - Padraig Ó Durcáin - Castlebar Mitchels
19. Michael Plunkett – Micheal Pluinceid – Ballintubber
20. Rory Brickenden - Ruairí Brickenden - Westport
21. Enda Hession - Éanna Ó hOisín - Garrymore
22. Kevin McLoughlin - Caoimhín MacLochlainn - Knockmore
23. Conor O' Shea – Conchur O'Se – Breaffy
24. James Carr - Seamus Mac Giolla Cheara - Ardagh
25. Paul Towey – Pol Tuathaigh– Charlestown
26. Darren Coen - Darán Ó Cadhain - Hollymount Carramore
A few ramblings:
- I believe JH is looking to develop a horses for courses solution for defence. Because of our running game our fb line will always be asked to defend one on one in acres of space so matchups are critical
JH seems to be developing a kicking game, and looks like he may be accommodating more kick passers. Jordan Flynn has shown what he can do in this space and just needs to get a bit more consistent. Boland is one of our best passers and JH even tried him at wing back but I think 12 is where he should be. Conor Loftus similar, but I doubt we would see them both come championship time. Kev Mc in a similar role does well as an impact sub and it feels like he's being phased out. Could be totally off on this point, he prob doesn't need a lot of game time to be right.
Diarmuid needs to be at 11. We need to stop using him as a great selfless, do a job where needed player and start using him as a weapon. Especially as, with Tommy and Cillian out we are so much prone to getting shut down by shutting down RO'D
Is Doherty now an inside forward? He used to do his best work on the 40 but there doesn't seem to be a spot for him there.
Assuming Cillian out at least for Galway, will Orme start? I think he deserves a chance.
Not sure what the story is with both J Carr and D Coen on the panel? Both players that have a v high ceiling that we have seen glimpses of, but for different reasons have yet to gain any sort of consistency.
Ramblings
one thing is that with all the injuries Jh will have to compromise on hid picks. but almost all the suad have been blooded now so there are real choices.
Horan is so unpredictable I would nt suprised if we saw new faces again against galway . I was delight to see Conor McStay named in the League final Squad as he's a terrific player. But needs to show he has the strenght to play inter county .
Mark moran too is a player with that extra gear and needs to get game time else it'll be 2 years and almost no minutes,
after that stage you become bed stopper a la Drake and Crow at the end .
as for the forwards i think for now Towey has played his way off the team
Orme hugely promising but can't find his radar for Mayo . looks like a player that will click one day . maybe not this year though
and for the older trio 2 oconnors and DOC i just fear for them every time they fall or even stretch.
and the bravest of them Kevin Mcl is showing signs the end of the read is very near
with reservations my team for galway
R byrne
hession D Mcbrien Lee keegan
P durcan s coen m plunket
J flynn matty ruane
Carney aido D'oc
Ro'd cillian james carr
Tommy Conroy :<
Quote from: rosnarun on April 08, 2022, 09:50:22 AM
Ramblings
one thing is that with all the injuries Jh will have to compromise on hid picks. but almost all the suad have been blooded now so there are real choices.
Horan is so unpredictable I would nt suprised if we saw new faces again against galway . I was delight to see Conor McStay named in the League final Squad as he's a terrific player. But needs to show he has the strenght to play inter county .
Mark moran too is a player with that extra gear and needs to get game time else it'll be 2 years and almost no minutes,
after that stage you become bed stopper a la Drake and Crow at the end .
as for the forwards i think for now Towey has played his way off the team
Orme hugely promising but can't find his radar for Mayo . looks like a player that will click one day . maybe not this year though
and for the older trio 2 oconnors and DOC i just fear for them every time they fall or even stretch.
and the bravest of them Kevin Mcl is showing signs the end of the read is very near
with reservations my team for galway
R byrne
hession D Mcbrien Lee keegan
P durcan s coen m plunket
J flynn matty ruane
Carney aido D'oc
Ro'd cillian james carr
Tommy Conroy :<
Flynn will hardly be fit to play against Galway?
Also, Cillian looked a long way off the pace when he came on against Kerry, I'd say another appearance off the bench is as much as he's able for
Might Diarmuid O'Connor start at midfield against Galway if fit, or cross-with AOS between centre forward and centrefield. Personally I think Aiden's best days are behind him as a starter but given the injuries he probably will start against Galway.
Any word on Hennelly?
any back story to Liam Mchale leaving .
will we see as a vounty manager some where , longfprd ? Donegal? or oust Andi