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I heard today that Cathal McCarron won't be playing!! Can anyone confirm this or this just bull shit ?

Cathal's brother is getting married on Saturday.

Eglish v Carrickmore seems to be the only fixture in Division 1 left standing?

Dromore v Greencastle still going ahead also

Le Vieux Port in the South West of France is excellent camp site, great facilities, plenty of Irish children about, beside the beach also but the pools are great.  5 Minute walk to the nearest town which has some great restaurants and some big supermarkets close by.  Good entertainment on the site at night too.  Its about 1 hour drive from Biarritz to the South and Bordeaux to the north (much cheaper flights to Bordeaux).  I always went with Thomson Al Fresco who I would recommend highly.

Another great site is Cambrils on the edge of Salou in Spain, about 1:30 from Barcelona, although its a bit more expensive to get and stay there, everything is much cheaper when you get there, 10 minute walk into Salou, great water parks and theme parks in Salou also.

Burren 1-09 v St. Brigids 0-10

Those from Down and Antrim who made the long journey to Dromore on Sunday afternoon, and the many neutrals present will all feel they witnessed one of the best games of youth football seen in the province in years as Down champions Burren added yet another Ulster title to the impressive array the club has already attained. Burren came into this game as raging hot favourites, however such was the commitment of the city lads that Burren were hanging on by their finger tips at the end as they edged a classic 1-9 to 0-10 in front of a large and appreciative crowd in a resplendent Gardrum Park.

The winners began well opening the scoring in the second minute with a pointed free from Declan Murdock. St Brigids levelled a minute later before Ronan Fegan flicked the ball to the St Brigids net from a Shea Murdock lay off to put Burren three in front.

Burren were enjoying the majority of possession but squandered several chances to move further ahead as St Brigids were forced to work hard defensively. Patrick Finnegan scored his team's second point but scores from Shay and Declan Murdock ensured Burren remained in control on the scoreboard. Referee Mickey Mc Cann allowed the match to flow and the pace remained relentless with great blocks, timely tackles and big hits being put in all over the pitch. The teams swapped further scores in the closing eight minutes of the opening half as the sides reached the break with Burren 1-6 to 0-7 in front.

Most neutrals expected Burren to build on their lead as they were playing with the aid of a slight breeze after the break, however it was St Brigids who began the second half on fire. A brace of points inside the opening two minutes courtesy of Peter Lavery and James Smith signalled the Antrim Champions intent, levelling the match and suddenly it was game on. Burren struggled to cope with St Brigids work rate and intensity as the Malone Road boys fought like demons for every ball. Their midfield pairing of Patrick and Joseph Finnegan drove their team forward at every opportunity, man of the match Phelim Lennon and nippy corner forward Peter Lavery came more and more into the game. A superb long range 50 yard free with the outside of the left boot from Declan Murdock gave Burren the lead again before St Brigids levelled once more with a point from Ethan Carleton midway through the second half.

Burren were forced to dig deep into their reserves and managed to add points from Ronan Fegan and Declan Murdock to put daylight between the sides. However as the game entered the closing minutes it was St Brigids who were on top. They missed several chances of goals while Burren keeper Jack Brady made a match winning save from Joseph Finnegan to deny St Brigids a certain goal late in the game.

Sadly for St Brigids time ran out and with sixty three minutes played the final whistle sounded much to the delight of the delirious Burren support. It was heartbreak for the young Antrim lads but they can take some comfort in knowing that themselves and Burren had just served up a hugely entertaining and memorable game. Captain Conor Cox who made a couple of heroic diving blocks in the dying minutes lifted the wonderful Cuchuaillan trophy and according to Burren manager Jimmy McAlinden it was certainly one that was going to be cherished in the Burren club rooms "During the week we showed the boys the photos on the clubroom walls of all the successful Ulster title winning Burren teams and we had a photo of these boys with a question mark beside them, we asked them if they wanted to join these other teams and they responded in style today. St. Brigids gave us a magnificent battle and were somewhat unlucky in the end but this is a special bunch of players who deserved the plaudits they were getting. I am looking forward to the bus journey home and taking this title back to the Mourne's".

Burren: Jack Brady, Shea Fitzpatrick, Conor Cox (Capt), Shane O'Hare, Ardan McAvoy, Peter Fagan, Darragh Murdock, Liam Kerr (0-1) , Aidan Fitzpatrick (0-1), Ronan Fegan (0-1), Shea Murdock (0-1), Ciaran McAdam, Thomas Travers, Declan Murdock (1-5 3f), Conor McCartan
Subs: Aaron Laverty for Ciaran McAdam

St. Brigids: Ruairi Lynch, Frank McCormick, Paul Stoors, Oran Boyle, Daire McGarvey, Brogan Austin (0-1), Mattie Loan (0-2), Joseph Finnegan (capt), Patrick Finnegan (0-1), Peter Webb (0-1 1f), John Blayney, Phelim Lennon (0-1), Peter Lavery (0-1), James Smith (0-2), Ethan Carleton (0-1)

Another unbelievable game of football today folks, Burren emerging 1-09 to 0-10 winners but were made to fight all the way but St. Brigids who were unlucky not to snatach a winning goal from a couple of late chances.  This really was football at its purist, superb scores, great hits and amazing tension right to the final whistle, great crowd too, report to follow.

Cheers BS, no doubt Burren are an exceptional team, very solid all round but Cox at full back and young Kerr in midfield (still underage next year!) are great prospects.  As you say, plenty of good stock in the St. Brigids team with the Finnegans and Greg Blayney junior, they have an intelligent and fast moving forward line but I just worry about their defence's ability to keep the Burren attack quiet.  However, as Walter knows with Glen, never under-estimate Antrim underage teams as they have caused a shock or two over the last few years.

The most impressive thing about the St. Brigids team is their discipline, they really do seem to be a team who carry themselves well and their dignity in victory in both games so far would set an example for a lot of teams.  The 2 Finnegans lads in particular are as fine a 2 lads as you would wish to meet.  Regarding Jack Dowling, I had the pleasure of being coached by his father Dermot in my own Queens days and it is obvious he has passed a few of his traits onto his son.

It promises to be an entertaining final, hope to see you all there, the kettle will be on the boil!

2014 Paul McGirr Ulster U16 Club Champions Tournament Final
   
This Sunday at 2:00 in Gardrum Park Dromore, Down champions Burren will face Antrim champions St. Brigids in the final of the 2014 Paul McGirr Ulster U16 Club Champions Tournament.  It will be a game between one of Ulster's oldest and most successful clubs against one of it newest clubs with St. Brigids only having been formed 16 years ago this week.  Burren enter the final having come through what appears to have been the toughest side of the draw which saw them secure narrow victories over Armagh's Clann Eireann and a highly fancied Dungiven side, in both games Burren were put to the pin of their collars but a mixture of tremendous fighting spirit and undoubted talent saw the emerge from each game with their reputations enhanced.  Playing an attractive style of football with an emphasis on attacking play they have been a hugely impressive side and will be entering the final as the bookies favourites.  According to manager Jimmy McAlinden their acheivements to date have not come as a surprise "As Down Champions and having overcome a much fancied Clann Eireann side, we were surprised to be tagged as underdogs going into the Ulster semi-final against Dungiven.  We go into Sundays final, knowing we still have the ability to raise our game further. The team is strong in all areas. We have top-class defenders in Conor Cox and Peter Fegan; more usually on opposing sides, playing Colleges football for the Abbey and St Colman's respectively. At midfield Aidan Fitzpatrick and Liam Kerr have been consistent throughout the tournament. Aidan is strong, reliable and dependable in the centre of the field whereas Liam is unafraid to break forward whenever an opportunity arises. Playmaker Shea Murdock has created many chances for his cousin Declan Murdock who has been lethal in front of goals, well-supported by the emerging Conor McCartan who scored both goals in the semi-final.  With players such as these, we know that we are capable of winning this tournament and just hope that the little bit of luck, on which games can turn, is with us on the day. Sincere thanks to the organisers of the Spirit of Paul McGirr tournament for giving us the opportunity to compete at this level. Thanks also to our many generous sponsors and supporters who we know are here behind us today."

Their opponents St. Brigids however will not be coming into the final without hope and they will be looking to emulate the recent success of Antrim sides in the tournament with O'Donovan Rossa (2011) and St. Endas Glngormley (2012) both having claimed the title in recent years.  Under the tutelage of Greg Finnegan and Jack Dowling, they defeated a physical Crosserlough in the first round and then last week overcame Donegal champions St. Michaels in a very defensive low scoring semi final.  With the physically imposing Finnegan twins Patrick and Joe in midfield they will be expecting to shade the possession stakes in this area and up front they will be looking again for big performances from Peter Webb who has been one of the stars of the tournament so far and John Blayney, who will be donning the No. 11 jersey that his father, Down great Greg Blayney, wore on many occasions.  Their defence who struggled somewhat against Crosserlough conceding 2-09 certainly made great improvements last week against St. Michaels conceding only seven points and they will be hoping for a similar performance this week against a prolific Burren attack.  Their coach Dowling is looking forward to the occasion and the challenge that Burren will present "Our whole club is buzzing about this tournament and it has given a great boost to everyone involved with the club.  It is our first ever Ulster Final.  The club is 16 years old this week and it would be a tremendous way to end the season to win an Ulster title.  Our lads have shown serious maturity in being able to cling on to the lead last Saturday even though they weren't playing anywhere near what they are capable of.  We can't wait for Sunday against a very strong Burren side who are obviously favouites but we'll just see what happens on the day, hopefully the boys can do themselves justice with their performance."

There are some great battles in store, no more so than the midfield area where the Finnegans come up against Fitzpatrick and the excellent Kerr who has notched seven points in the two games to date. The quality of the Paul McGirr tournament this year so far has been first class and no doubt Sundays game will live up to expectations.  The magnificent Cuchaillan trophy will be heading up the M1 motorway on Sunday, but whether it will be in the hands of Burrens Cox or St. Brigids Patrick Finnegan we will have to wait and see.

St Brigids (Antrim) 1-07 v St. Michaels (Donegal) 0-07
Antrim champions St Brigids advanced to the final of the Paul McGirr Tournament on a scoreline of 1-7 to 0-7 at Gardrum Park Dromore on Saturday.  The opening half was dominated by St Brigids who led by 1-5 to 0-2 at the short whistle.  St Michaels had a number of early opportunities to open their scoring but wayward shooting and attempting to score from awkward angles proved fruitless.  St Brigids with man of the match Patrick Finnegan impressive in midfield opened the scoring ten minutes into the game with points from Peter Webb and Joe Finnegan before St Michaels responded with a point from Colin McFaddden.  The crucial score of the game then came from an angled pass come shot across the St Michaels goal which was deflected into his own net by the unfortunate St. Michaels captain Jamie Hunter.  Further pressure from St Brigids led to two more goal opportunities but fantastic saves from Dean McColgan kept the Dunfanaghy boys  in the game.  St Brigids added three more points to their total from the lively Peter Webb, Patrick Finnegan and James Smith.  St Michaels replied with an excellent point just before the half time whistle from midfielder Colin McFadden.  The second half saw a great fight back from St Michaels who gained control of midfield and a point from Ciaran McGinley and two from lively corner forward Liam Kelly reduced the deficit to three points.  Peter Webb and John Blaney took some pressure off the Antrim champions with vital scores but in the final five minutes the St Brigids defence with Paul Storrs and Brogan Austin making timely tackles and interceptions held out to reach the final on Sunday 23rd November where they will face Burren.

Burren seem to be putting a serious amount of effort into their youth.They have picked up a lot of titles the last couple of years.

Having won the Grade 2 All Ireland Feile title last year, it looks like Burren will take some stopping next year also.  A very talented well balanced outfit whos defenders are touch tight at all time.  I must say it is really refreshing to see the football that is played in this tournament, generally 6 forwards against 6 defenders with no sweepers employed, teams playing with freedom resulting in open high scoring games.   

St. Brigids 2-11 v Crosserlough 2-9
Antrim champions St. Brigids making their first appearance in the Paul McGirr Ulster U16 Club Champions Tournament were two point winners in this intriguing quarter final and now progress to face St. Michaels next Saturday in the semi final.  Although perhaps the slightly better team on the day, St. Brigids will have to make improvements defensively if they are to progress further in the tournament as Crosserlough on numerous occasions cut them open only to show a lack of composure in the final third.  The imposing Finnegan twins dominated midfield for St. Brigids providing a constant supply of long direct ball into their talented forward line, where man of the match Peter Webb in particular shone.  Two scores from James Smith and one from Peter Lavery gave St. Brigids an early lead but Crosserlough were on top at this stage and will look back on the numerous easy chances they missed.  Jamie Smith finally got their scoring underway after fifteen minutes but St. Brigids held a 0-4 to 0-3 lead when the first goal of the game arrived, Ethan Carleton converting the rebound after Anthony Smith had saved superbly from Peter Lavery.  Points from Crosserlough's James and Jamie Smith were cancelled out by two from St. Brigids Webb and Smith to leave the half time score 1-06 to 0-05.
Shane McVeety opened the second half scoring for Crosserlough before Webb and Lavery replied.  Then the game turned in the Cavan boys favour when two goals put them into the lead for the first time, one a scrambled effort from James Smith and the other a well finished effort from McVeety.  St. Brigids went back in front with points from James Smith and Webb who's influence was growing in the game tirelessly working across the half forward line winning and intelligently using possession.   Two superb efforts from Darren Galligan put Crosserlough back in front as the game entered the final few minutes.  But cometh the hour, cometh the man with Webb yet again taking centre stage instigating a move which resulted in a penalty which he converted expertly to the bottom right hand corner and immediately after winning and converting a forty yard free.  As Crosserlough sought the goal they needed in injury time an effort from substitute Patrick Lynch went over the bar leaving a relieved St. Brigids through to the semi-final where they will face Donegal champions St. Michaels next Saturday.
St. Brigids:  Ruairi Lynch, Frank McCormick, Paul Stoors, Oran Boyle, Daire McGarvey, Brogan Austin, Gerard Kervick, Joseph Finnegan (capt), Patrick Finnegan, Peter Webb, John Blayney, Phelim Lennon, Peter Lavery, James Smith, Ethan Carleton
Subs: Mattie Loan for Austin
Crosserlough:  Anthony Smith, Gavin Brady, Patrick O'Reilly, Connor Byrd, Brogan Kotze, Connor Reihill (capt), Eddie Devereaux Gilsennan, Owen Smith, Thomas Keaney, Shane McVeety  (1-1 1f), Stephen Smith (0-1), James Smith (1-1), Jamie Smith (0-2), Darren Galligan (0-2), Sean Briody (0-1)
Subs: Connor Lee for Byrd, Peter Smith for Briody, Patrick Lynch (0-1) for Brady

Burren 2-13 v Dungiven 3-07
A large crowd in Gardrum Park in Dromore on Saturday were treated to one of the best underage games of football witnessed in the province in many years as Burren upset the odds to defeat a highly rated and previously unbeaten Dungiven side to become the first team to reach this years Paul McGirr Ulster U16 Club Champions Tournament final.  It was a victory they thoroughly deserved with a superb display of skill and determination seeing them over the line in a tense finale and they will enter the final as strong favourites having emerged from what seemingly was the strongest side of the draw.  From the early stages of the game it was clear that Burren were not going to be in awe of their opponents as their defence brilliantly marshalled by man of the match and team captain Conor Cox smothered their opponents, Liam Kerr in midfield continuously penetrating the Dungiven rearguard with defence splitting runs and full forward Declan Murdock displaying unerring accuracy in a game where he finished with an eight point tally to his name.  Early scores from Murdock, Kerr and one in reply from Dungiven wing back Pauric McNicholl were an sign of the quality of the fare that was to be in store for the large attendance.  Dungiven keeper Patrick Murphy displayed tremendous bravery to pull off a great save to deny Thomas Travers but unfortunately he suffered a bad concussion and had to be replaced by Niall McNicholl.  Four points in a row from Murdock, Kerr and wing forward Ronan Fegan gave Burren a five point lead and this really shook the pre-game favourites into action with their management springing the talented Fergal Higgins from the bench, but even Higgins was struggling to make an impression against the masterful Cox.  Two points from Conor Kelly and midfielder Seamus Higgins reduced the deficit before Conor McCartan got the first of his two goals fot Burren with a tidy finish to the bottom corner.  As the action really began to heat up, the intensity of the game was upped another notch as Kelly added two more to his tally and Murdock got one in reply for Burren.  Just before half time the pendulum swung in the Derry boys favour when Conor McCartney hit the back of the net, fisting home a quickly taken 13 metre free and then immediately on the resumption it was McCartney again with his second goal, getting a flick to a long ball to put Dungiven into the lead for the first time, when Richard Mullan added a point it really looked like Dungiven were going to take control.
Sub keeper McNicholl pulled off a great point blank save to deny substitute Sean O'Connoer a goal with his first touch but Burren for whom Thomas Travers was winning a mountain of possession rattled off 1-06 without response to put themselves into a commanding lead, three from Murdock and McCartan with his second goal much to the delight of the large Burren contingent.  However, Dungiven were never going to give up without a fight and a goal and point from Fergal Higgins cut the lead back to two with time running out.  The eighth point for Murdock provided a bit of security for Burren but as Dungiven went in search of an equalising goal captain Conor Cox was the man on the spot to deny them and secure a memorable victory.  While understandably disappointed with losing out on a final place, Dungiven can console themselves with the fact they were part of a magnificent game of football, Burren meanwhile will be anxiously awaiting their opponents in the 23rd November final.
Burren:  Jack Brady, Shea Fitzpatrick, Conor Cox (Capt), Shane O'Hare, Ardan McAvoy, Peter Fagan, Darragh Murdock, Liam Kerr (0-2), Aidan Fitzpartrick, Ronan Fegan (0-1), Shea Murdock (0-1), Ciaran McAdam, Thomas Travers, Declan Murdock (0-8 5f), Conor McCartan (2-0)
Subs: Sean O'Connor (0-1) for McAdam
Dungiven:  Patrick Murphy, Fergal O'Kane, Niall Smyth, Shane McNicholl, Pauric McNicholl (Capt) (0-1), Odhran McKeever, Sean Quinn, Seamus Higgins (0-1 1f), Mark Cassidy, Conan Feeney, John Mullan, Kevin Quinn, Richard Mullan (0-1), Conor Kelly (0-3 1f), Cormac McCartney (2-0)
Subs:  Niall McNicholl for Murphy (inj), Fergal Higgins (1-1) for S McNicholl, Ronan Mullan for Quinn

St. Michaels 0-13 v Carrickmore 0-07

A triumphant St. Michaels of Dunfanaghy progressed to the semi-final of the Paul McGirr Ulster U16 Club Champions Tournament when a dominant second half performance seen them overcome the challenge of a leg weary Carrickmore who were playing for the sixth week in a row.  Things looked good for the Tyrone men in the first half with James McGurk dominant at the back and Conor Loughran looking dangerous in midfield but they were unable to sustain their performance as St. Michaels and man of the match Ciaran McGinley in particularly took a grip on proceedings.  Two superb long range scores from Loughran and a Ciaran Daly free following a foul on Loughran put Carrickmore three ahead early on and but for some wayward passing and shooting they would have been much further ahead.    It took St. Michaels twenty minutes to record their first score which was a left footed point from full forward Odhran McFadden, the first of six scores from him.  Two points from McGinley, one from the outside of the boot and one from Daly left Carrickmore 0-4 to 0-3 ahead at half time. 

But this was as good as it got for them as St Michaels emerged for the second half in much more determined mood and immediately stamped their authority on proceedings with two McFadden frees and one from play from Shane Lagan.   Carrickmore levelled matters with another Daly score and one from Ciaran Cuddy before six unanswered points from St. Michaels ended the game as a contest, two from McGinley, three from McFadden and one from raiding wing back Ruairi Friel. Cuddy finally recorded a Carrickmore reply but Lee McColgan ended the game in style with a brilliant effort from fifty yards as St. Michaels became the first Donegal side in a number of years to reach the semi-final.

St. Michaels:  Dean Mc Colgan, Aidan Mc Fadden, Jamie Hunter (Capt), Tony Toye, Hugh O'Donnell,Caolan Toye, Ruairi Friel (0-1), Ciaran McGinley (0-4 2f), Colin Mc Fadden, Charles Roarty, Shane Langan (0-1), Eoghan Kelly, Lee Mc Colgan (0-1), Odhran McFadden (0-6 4f), Liam Kelly

Carrickmore:  Enda Hughes, Aidan McCallan, Lochrann O'Donnell, Pauric Mullan, Jude Glackin, James McGurk, Oran McKee, Dearcan O'Donnell, Conor Loughran (0-2), Dara Casey, Ciaran Daly (Capt) (0-3 1f), Tiernan Murray, Paddy McElduff, Jarlath Kerr, Ciaran Cuddy (0-2)
Subs:  Conor Kelly for McCallan, Cormac Munroe for Casey

Second game today was as good a game as you would wish to see, 15 against 15, no sweepers, positive football, some wonderful scores, some brilliant saves, I think Burren were deserving winners but it was a wonderful advert for underage football.  Another big one tomorow at 3:00 with Crosserlough taking on Antrim champions St. Brigids with the winner taking on St. Michaels of Donegal who defeated Carrickmore today.

Final will be Sunday 23rd

Triple Treat in Dromore

This coming weekend the Paul McGirr Ulster U16 Club champions tournament offers a bonanza of football with three great games in store.  First up at 1:00 on Saturday is the clash of the two most recently crowned champions, Carrickmore of Tyrone and St. Michaels of Donegal.  Both teams will be making their first ever appearances in the tournament and it promises to be a tightly contested game.  Carrickmore who last weekend completed an historic league and championship double will be entering the tournament in a confident mood and will be looking for big performances from James McGurk in defence, the powerful running Conor 'Shorty' Loughran in midfield and the prolific Ciaran Daly and Paddy McElduff in attack.  According to manager Ciaran McAleer, Carrickmore are looking forward to the challenge "Having recently completed the Under 16 Championship and League double for the first time in the clubs history, it is a great honour for Carrickmore GFC to represent Tyrone in this year's Paul McGirr tournament. This has now become a highly prestigious competition and our players are really looking forward to playing and testing themselves against the best U16 teams in Ulster. As management we see taking part as an experience that will help develop our players as they progress through the ranks of underage football to senior level".  The St. Michaels team were somewhat of a surprise package in Donegal this season and performed brilliantly to defeat a highly fancied St. Eunan's team in the Donegal final.  Team captain Jamie Hunter in full back has been a rock all season, with Colin McFadden providing a physical presence in midfield and Odhran McFadden leading the attack with aplomb they will certainly not be underestimated.  St. Michales's youth secretary Ann Marie Kelly states how they intend to make the best of their opportunity in Ulster "It's been a great achievement for these boys to win a county championship. We are a rural club with small numbers but all the boys put in a big effort this year and it shows.  They intend to enjoy this Ulster series and are full of confidence after their county final performance. This team has shown great potential since under 10's and it is fabulous to see them fulfil that potential. 

The second game at 3:00 on Saturday is the first of this years semi final's and what a game this promises to be when the impressive Burren take on tournament favourites Dungiven who completely demolished the Monaghan Harps challenge last weekend.  If they are to progress to the final, Burren will hoping  star midfielder Liam Kerr can re-produce his quarter final heroics but team captain Conor Cox and his defensive team colleagues will have to be at their utmost best to stem a Dungiven attack that has blitzed all before them this season.  Shea Murdock is the ideal playmaker at for Burren at centre half forward and in full forward Declan Murdock, who amassed 1-03 in their quarter final victory over Clann Eireann, they have a player well capable of racking up an impressive tally if not tightly marked.  However this Dungiven team, rated by many neutral observers as one of the best underage teams ever to come out of Derry, will be a huge step up for Burren and will provide the stiffest test they have ever had to face.  Dungiven's Conor Kelly was in imperious form in their quarter final win but they have an attack where scores come from all angles and a midfield partnership with strength and mobility that would trouble many senior teams.  While Burren are expected to have their moments of domination, it is hard to see them stopping Paul Mulrone's charges in a game that is sure to be a spectacle for the large crowd anticipated.

Then on Sunday at 3:00 Antrim champions St. Brigids will be making their tournament debut against preliminary round winners Crosserlough of Cavan.  Crosserlough were impressive in their victory over Derrygonnelly and have some talented footballers throughout their team.  Full back Patrick O'Reilly is certainly a name to look out for in the future and was outstanding in their preliminary round win.  Owen Smith and Tomas Keaney are a hardworking midfield partnership and will be hoping to provide the ammunition to a forward line who certainly have an eye for goal.  Crosserlough will be hoping wing forward Connor Lee can recover from hamstring trouble as he is a key man in attack for them, but there is no doubt that in St. Brigids they face an opponent that will provide a much stiffer opposition than they previously faced.  Jack Dowling who is part of the St. Brigids management team reports that although it is uncharted waters for them, it is a challenge they are very much looking forward to "we are very proud to be representing Antrim in the years Paul McGirr tournament, this is the first St. Brigids team to ever win the Antrim U16 title and we are delighted to be taking part in this prestigious tournament.  We are extremely proud of this bunch of players and their success bodes well for the future of the club.  Having watch Crosserlough comprehensively defeat Derrygonnelly we are under no illusions that this will be a great challenge for the boys but we are confident that they can step up and meet this challenge head on".  With three great games in store it will be an eventful weekend in Gardrum Park, one that many neutrals will be anticipating and looking forward to.