Antrim Football Thread

[bannside]

If the artists impressions of both ongoing projects are in any way accurate, then we have a lot to look forward to.

Dunsilly will be a very useful addition to the county in terms of a central location to prepare our county sides and develop our juveniles. The new look Casement looks superb (in the drawings) and no matter how many nostalgic memories anyone has of "Old Casey", our new modern stadium should inspire hundreds of children to want to wear their county colours in that environment.

Fair play to Dr John and all those who were involved in the instigation of both projects when to many what appeared as little more than an ambitious pipedream, could turn out to be a fantastic legacy to future generations.

Sometimes we are quick to point out the negatives, but there is some great work being done behind the scenes, and Colm Mc Kenna deserves some recognition too, as the driving force behind Club Aontroma, which is starting to settle into a very prominent role in making things happen.

[theskull1]

Lets not forget that there'll be a huge increase in overheads needed to look after a facility like this. Do we have the fanbase prepared to support it to the point where its sustainable (never mind suitable for our needs). I dont think we do although this could be a 'field of dreams' type project so I'll be happy to be proved wrong

[NAG1]

Also another highly paid official to manage the stadium etc Its a massive project but could also be a premier venue for concerts and that type of event so there is revenue generation potential there, but would hate to see a white elephant being developed simply because the 3 big sports couldnt get their act together over the maze (namely the IFA)

[bannside]

Whats the story with ownership of the ground? Does anyone know if it is wholly owned by Antrim, or is it part owned by Ulster Council?

[stibhan]

I would strongly imagine that this stadium will host very few Antrim club fixtures with the investment going into it. The County Finals at a push, but sadly henceforth there's more chance of seeing Rihanna or Eminem there than a Junior Footballer.

[AQMP]

Antrim team to play Sligo (again!) on Sunday.  Looks a bit Lamh Dhearg and Cargin heavy but good to see Tomas McCann and Michael Magill back in the fold.

1 John Finucane (Lamh Dhearg)
2 Kevin O Boyle (Cargin) (C)
3 Paul Doherty (Rasharkin)
4 Niall Delargy (Portglenone)
5 Tony Scullion (Cargin)
6 Justin Crozier (Cargin)
7 James Laverty (Cargin)
8 Michael McCann (Cargin)
9 John Carron (Cargin)
10 Conor Murray (Lamh Dhearg)
11 Kevin Niblock (St. Gall's)
12 Brendan Herron (Lamh Dhearg)
13 Ryan Murray (Lamh Dhearg)
14 Michael Herron (Lamh Dhearg)
15 Michael Pollock (St.Gall's)

16 Chris Kerr (St. Gall's)
17 Sean Finch (O'Donovan Rossa)
18 Liam Carland (St. Paul's)
19 Dermot McCann (Creggan)
20 Paddy Cunningham (Lamh Dhearg)
21 Paddy Kelly (Portglenone)
22 Conal Kelly (St. John's)
23 Michael Magill (Cargin)
24 Tomas McCann (Cargin)

[Simon Says]

That wouldnt be anything to do with kevin murray and paddy graffin as selectors? 8 cargin men in squad including magill. why are st galls so under represented?

[manballandall]

That wouldnt be anything to do with kevin murray and paddy graffin as selectors? 8 cargin men in squad including magill. why are st galls so under represented?

Jasus dont be getting Hardstation started....wont be long before paddy cunningham and Tomas mc cann are in to make it a clean sweep

[Milltown Row2]

That wouldnt be anything to do with kevin murray and paddy graffin as selectors? 8 cargin men in squad including magill. why are st galls so under represented?

Our lads are not interested and a lot older now, wouldn't worry as these are the lads that want to play for Antrim

[bloodybreakball]

Is Magill going to cargin or what's the Craic? See his club is still tirnanog on that Team sheet. I thought the transfer was thro ugh and all?

[theskull1]

Magill must have no shame.

[AQMP]

Is Magill going to cargin or what's the Craic? See his club is still tirnanog on that Team sheet. I thought the transfer was thro ugh and all?

Twas meself who put the clubs in.  Didn't realise he'd gone to Cargin.  Must be recent??

[culchie11]

Big Magill has transferred to Cargin alright it went thru a county Ccc meeting in January

Him and Gerard OBOYLE will be two great target men

[otbar]

And why must magill have no shame?  Lets hear your theory.

[manballandall]

Do you not think its a strange decision?. Why would he move? Is he living/working up there now?