Antrim Hurling

[Tony Baloney]

I would say only a matter of time until they are a force again. Might be sooner than we think.

Definitely. Can't deny them it as they put the work in. They've good coaches throughout the club. Could they win it this year?

I think it's possible.

Talking to a couple of lads who were at it and both were impressed. One thought they'd take it this year and the other thinks it's a couple of years too early and the Shams will win it. Both agreed that they're coming!

[imtommygunn]

The shams seemed to beat them by a bit in the feis but maybe they learnt from it. I would say they will have won at least one by end of this decade though.

5-4 is some scoring for one man in a championship game.

[Milltown Row2]

HS and JJ your right. Great catching by Connolly and a few others on that Rossa team. Especially two of their backs.  Great to watch but Unless things have changed It's the distribution after the catch that matters but sure you could debate that all day. And the age old debate of people going to America which is becoming more of an issue, it is brilliantthat they do well across the pond or wherever but sure it doesn't do their respective teams any good when they are away but that's nothing new with Antrim hurling clubs

Brilliant for who?

JC is an inter county hurler and three times in the second half had ball in hand inside the 45 yard line and put the ball wide on the same side.

Rossa had enough chances to win the game but couldn't get the execution right when it came down to it.

Tough on them but if they learn and get some commitment from the players they could push on.

Commitment like the Castle lads have?

No proper commitment or they will still be beat by the likes of a Ballycastle with very little.

Wel hopefully the castle don't beat Dunloy with the commitment levels they have

[old timers]

HS and JJ your right. Great catching by Connolly and a few others on that Rossa team. Especially two of their backs.  Great to watch but Unless things have changed It's the distribution after the catch that matters but sure you could debate that all day. And the age old debate of people going to America which is becoming more of an issue, it is brilliantthat they do well across the pond or wherever but sure it doesn't do their respective teams any good when they are away but that's nothing new with Antrim hurling clubs

Brilliant for who?

JC is an inter county hurler and three times in the second half had ball in hand inside the 45 yard line and put the ball wide on the same side.

Rossa had enough chances to win the game but couldn't get the execution right when it came down to it.

Tough on them but if they learn and get some commitment from the players they could push on.

And therein lies the problem!  Commitment. With all clubs especially S.A.  JC was an inter county player and could be again but you spoke about commitment and that's your answer. From what iv read on here he too was in America?  Rossa should have taken their scores but didn't.  And that's what the game is about taking your scores not how many catches or wides there were. 

[Jesusjones]

You couldn't help but be impressed with Dunloy's forwards. Their full back line on the other hand let a poor enough St. Johns team stroll through unchallenged and bag three goals. They have improved no question but they are still unproven at Championship level although I expect them to beat Ballycastle handy.

[theskull1]

Thats pretty much where we're at. We've plenty to do and we know it but theres much to take heart from. The whole defensive system must share the blame for the goals though lets give some credit to the Johnnies who I thought worked them very well. Overall though our defence hurled very well especially after conceding the goals. Thats what you want to see in your team come championship and we'll need the same attitude against Ballycastle.

Great to be out on a great evening for a change watching the game being played on a great pitch. Some lovely scores taken. Hard luck to the Johnnies

[north_antrim_hound]

You couldn't help but be impressed with Dunloy's forwards. Their full back line on the other hand let a poor enough St. Johns team stroll through unchallenged and bag three goals. They have improved no question but they are still unproven at Championship level although I expect them to beat Ballycastle handy.

Micheal Dudley was the only player getting a freedom pass
He scored two goals and set up the other
He was a nightmare to mark as he was popping up everywhere
His man could be accused of ball watching but james Mc Keauge and Duffin played well
Cairan johnson from FF was called ashore and Duffin's man didn't do damage
Was very start stop yesterday but a potential banana skin is out of the way
Ballycastle are a wounded animal ATM so not to be taken lightly
Would be great to reach a final

[Milltown Row2]

Seen highlights of the Rossa game, some well taken scores

[Glentaisie]

2.  'BRING BACK HUMPY'.....go and check your temperature, think you've got a fever and it's making you dilusional! What has he ever achieved as a manager....nothing. There's no track record there, he walked out on us (prior to being sacked) for a paid coaching/management role so don't go on about the money money money, (wee song there!)....when you talk of people who shouldn't be allowed back add Humpy to your list. And go a step further add yourself to the list. Your 'support' is neither wanted nor needed in our club.

This looks like a re-writing of history here.

As far as I know Humpy's first coaching\management role since leaving Ballycastle has been with Glenariffe (who approached him) this year. So he didn 't walk out for a paid role anywhere.  And "prior to being sacked"?  First I've heard of it though that may have been the plan.  The same sort of plan that had to be implemented against Raymond.
I think most people know what happened to Humpy & Nander and who was responsible.

What has he achieved? 
Wasn't he involved with Antrim senior hurlers with McKernan when they won the Christy Ring?

Was he not involved with a school Camogie team that won an All-Ireland?

Did he not take Camogie teams to Feile titles and a 7-a-side title?

I'd ask what has any manager achieved with this squad despite having some very talented hurlers.  Michael McShane couldn't achieve anything with them and he had 3 years at it.  And yet he goes to Slaughtneil and turns them into Ulster champions.  Nander goes to Cloughmills and takes them to a championship.

Until attitudes change among some of the players it wouldn't matter if we had Cody and all his backroom team running the show.

[Tony Baloney]

Until attitudes change among some of the players it wouldn't matter if we had Cody and all his backroom team running the show.

Would you not say this has been an issue for 20 years? There have been a lot of great players but many of them had other distractions, including the high stool.

[Jesusjones]

Thats pretty much where we're at. We've plenty to do and we know it but theres much to take heart from. The whole defensive system must share the blame for the goals though lets give some credit to the Johnnies who I thought worked them very well. Overall though our defence hurled very well especially after conceding the goals. Thats what you want to see in your team come championship and we'll need the same attitude against Ballycastle.

Great to be out on a great evening for a change watching the game being played on a great pitch. Some lovely scores taken. Hard luck to the Johnnies

A fair assessment Skull. You are trotting out the usual stuff someone from Dunloy should say about the upcoming game against Ballycastle given the situation they are in. You might not admit it but you'd be thinking your boys should be beat the town by 7+ given the 1/4 final performances. Interested to hear opinions on ourselves V Loughgiel. A double header would be mighty!!

[Milltown Row2]

Thats pretty much where we're at. We've plenty to do and we know it but theres much to take heart from. The whole defensive system must share the blame for the goals though lets give some credit to the Johnnies who I thought worked them very well. Overall though our defence hurled very well especially after conceding the goals. Thats what you want to see in your team come championship and we'll need the same attitude against Ballycastle.

Great to be out on a great evening for a change watching the game being played on a great pitch. Some lovely scores taken. Hard luck to the Johnnies

A fair assessment Skull. You are trotting out the usual stuff someone from Dunloy should say about the upcoming game against Ballycastle given the situation they are in. You might not admit it but you'd be thinking your boys should be beat the town by 7+ given the 1/4 final performances. Interested to hear opinions on ourselves V Loughgiel. A double header would be mighty!!

Think it could go either way, they know each other pretty well so it's who's learnt the most from the previous games, won't pick a team (just in case) but the other game will go with form

[theskull1]

Rossa minors found out to their detriment what happens when you prep that way JJ

[gaelforce13]

Bumper weekend of Hurling just gone. Two none events in Loughgiel & Dall games from which both will have learned nothing & gained little. Think Cormac Mc Clafferty deserves praise though hitting 5goals in any game is some going. Rossa v Ballycastle was a real scrappy affair where Rossas inability to pull away on the scoreboard when they where dominating cost them dear. Clarke a joy to watch again but Dunloy won't be shaking in their boots & will dispose of BC by 10+ to set up a final against their old foes in the next parish. Really looking forward to Dall v Lgiel won't be a puck of the ball in it but Il go Lgiel by 2.

Any idea on venues & times? Double header would be great although where would host it? With the 4teams involved with the best facilities. If only we had an owenbeg type facility or the likes?...😉

[Megaman]

Rossa minors found out to their detriment what happens when you prep that way JJ

Ballycastle Minors are a half-decent team, Ballycastle seniors arent.

There will be around 15 points in it.