latest news for 10-05-13

Killarney Athletic A.F.C. NotesFixturesSaturday 11th May
Under 13 Division 1
Killarney Athletic v Park 11.30am
Under 15 Division 2
Killarney Athletic B v Asdee 1.00pm
SeniorsKillarney Athletic 0 Spa Road 1Under 15 Kerry LeagueKillarney Athletic 3 Ballyhar Dynamos 1Both teams missing a number of players for this last minute clash in Woodlawn. Athletic took the lead with a well taken left footed shot by David Shaw inside the first ten minutes. It was to be all Athletic but great goalkeeping by the visiting team ensured that it was a dangerous lead at half time, particularly as Ballyhar were dangerous on the counter attack. Inside the first few minutes of the second half, Ballyhar were level scoring to the top roof of the net. With all subs made in the next few minutes and changing formation to 3 4 3, Athletic were well on top again and had chance after chance but to no avail until a Jack O’Connor Mike Cronin play crossed to James Suter to score the second. David Naughten scored Athletic’s third quickly after to settle the nerves. Well done to Ballyhar for a good game. on the counter attack. Inside the first few minutes of the second half, Ballyhar were level scoring to the top roof of the net. With all subs been made in the next few minutes and changing formation to 3 4 3, athletic were well on top again and had chance after chance but to no avail until a Jack o Connor, Mike Cronin play crossed for James Suter to score the second. Mike Cronin got athletics third quickly after to settle the nerves. Well done to Ballyhar for a good gsme. The boys have only 1 game left next week home to Park.on the counter attack. Inside the first few minutes of the second half, Ballyhar were level scoring to the top roof of the net. With all subs been made in the next few minutes and changing formation to 3 4 3, athletic were well on top again and had chance after chance but to no avail until a Jack o Connor, Mike Cronin play crossed for James Suter to score the second. Mike Cronin got athletics third quickly after to settle the nerves. Well done to Ballyhar for a good gsme. The boys have only 1 game left next week home to Park.The boys have only 1 game left next week home to Park.Under 13 LeagueKillarney Athletic 4 Killarney Celtic 1Athletic advanced to the cup final thanks to this fine 4 1 win over their cross town rivals. After going a goal down Athletic were 2 1 up at the break thanks to goals from Finbarr Hickey and Jason Coffey. Further goals from Finbarr Hickey and Liam Curran in the second half rounded off a fine win. Athletic play Park next Saturday in the league.Under 12 Cup Semi FinalKillarney Athletic 3 Kingdom Boys 2The boys in blue held on at home in a tight battle. Tadgh Doolan, Ian Prendergast and Harry Potts the scorers for the boys in blue. Very competitive but sporting match with man of the match performances from all players including the subs. The final awaits an ever improving team.
Academy
Killarney Athletic's Academy had their graduation on Friday last and were presented with their graduation certificates. Thanks to all the parents and trainers of the Academy throughout the Season and looking forward to next season.
Killarney Athletic A.F.C. Under 11 Development weekend 2013Date 17th, 18th & 19th MayRobin O’Day is the director of this Under 11 soccer weekend our club is hosting in May.
This event is not a tournament but friendly matches. Emphasis is based on player development. 9 a side matches. Teams play min of 5 games over the weekend. Matches are 30 minutes. This is about clubs coming and playing a minimum of 5 matches each & giving everyone of their players plenty of game time in a fun safe environment. We have clubs coming from 7 different schoolboys leagues. Too many potentially good young players are being destroyed at a young age due to so many coaches win at all cost and instant success philosophy. This philosophy does not encourage players to try things on the pitch hence a fear of doing the wrong thing on the pitch seriously diminishes young players confidence. Let them play, Let them try things, Let them make mistakes, Let them learn from mistakes. This weekend is an ideal scenario for coaches to bring teams to play in uncompetitive situations and play with the freedom that should be done at this age. To learn you first have to make mistakes.Club 300Congratulations to Denis Doolan on the first winner of the 300 club member draw. Well done from all in Athletic.Club Merchandise:Killarney Athletic merchandise can now be ordered on merchandise@killarneyathletic.comKillarney Athletic Website: Please check the website on www.killarneyathletic.com or facebook for match reports, club information and contact details.Contact: If you have anything to add to Killarney Athletic A.F.C. notes please contact Mary McCarrick on 087 7750773 or mccarrickmary@hotmail.com

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