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Replying To leitrim4sam: "I think the ocean fm commentator hit the nail on the head today, he said- and I'm ad-libbing here - but he basically said: "Cox, Honeyman, mc namara, foley, guckian, prior- all under 22, all under 20 years old if you exclude foley and prior: are tremendous footballers but they don't have the power or physique against 30+ years old Antrim footballers and are being bullied off the ball"
I have to agree. Have Leitrim the youngest squad in the country? I'd have to think we have. Are these footballers going to get to play for our under 29's this year? Because I really think a u20 title Connacht title is within grasp for them.
I think poachers concept is to get these guys to commit and then in 5-6 years when they have the power and physique of the teams they are facing now then we move up the divisions. Fair play to him, and them - they are the future" Typo-
*Are these footballers going to get to play for our under 20's this year? Because I really think a u20 title Connacht title is within grasp for them.
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Replying To Boxtyeater: "You ever try that google yoke ? Great for finding information. Thank me later." Google only has important information!
foreveryoung (USA) - Posts: 2136 - 22/02/2025 22:15:11
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Replying To foreveryoung: "Google only has important information!" How's the USA gaa going?
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Replying To Tacaí Liatroma: "Question for everyone. I think it's generally accepted that Leitrim were incredibly lucky to get promoted last year. If we had come up short, if we hadn't won that penalty against Wexford, if etc etc, how would we be getting on in Division 4?" Incredibly well managed and well motivated, and for the first time since the days of Johnno (RIP) had an acceptable level of cardio fitness. I am convinced that if Keith was playing they would would have won the final. However, the fact is, Croke park is a distant memory now. At this stage 4 games in with no points and 110 scores given away (27 per game) it is hard to see anything other than relegation. Surely Poacher has to start giving game time to players he expects to be involved in Connacht championship action. Finally, do ye believe that regardless of how the results go for the remainder of the season, that the current manager will be there for the long haul, or could he be replaced?
martinjoe (Mayo) - Posts: 526 - 23/02/2025 10:27:48
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Replying To martinjoe: "Incredibly well managed and well motivated, and for the first time since the days of Johnno (RIP) had an acceptable level of cardio fitness. I am convinced that if Keith was playing they would would have won the final. However, the fact is, Croke park is a distant memory now. At this stage 4 games in with no points and 110 scores given away (27 per game) it is hard to see anything other than relegation. Surely Poacher has to start giving game time to players he expects to be involved in Connacht championship action. Finally, do ye believe that regardless of how the results go for the remainder of the season, that the current manager will be there for the long haul, or could he be replaced?" Most of the posters on this forum couldn't wait to see the back of Andy. They are now bemoaning the good luck which saw them them get promoted. They would be happier cursing their bad luck.
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In relation to the U20s team (who we are all now pinning our hopes on as the Senior team is so out of it's depth for a variety of reasons) Does anyone know the panel for Barry McWeeneys men this year?
It can be tricky with Leaving Cert Students etc to get full commitment at this age group.
Off the top of my head (and missing one corner back position) I would guess our team could look like this. But I'm definitely forgetting a few names.
That being said this is an extremely strong team with a lot of them having been stand out performers in our club game in 2024, along with last years U20 experience, then with our school teams this year - they are all very positive experiences for any young team so it should leave them in good stead.
Who else am I forgetting here? O'Rourke, McBrien, Lowe etc would all be good impact subs.
Are the young Gardiner lads from St Marys eligible?
Brian Cull
Oran Foley Eanna McNamara
Jack Rowley? Jack Foley Colm McLoughlin
Ben Guckian
Bailey McBride
Gavin Gallagher Darren Cox Tom Plunkett
Brian Keaney Paul Honeyman Jack Kelly
LongBall94 (USA) - Posts: 6 - 23/02/2025 12:15:59
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Replying To martinjoe: "Incredibly well managed and well motivated, and for the first time since the days of Johnno (RIP) had an acceptable level of cardio fitness. I am convinced that if Keith was playing they would would have won the final. However, the fact is, Croke park is a distant memory now. At this stage 4 games in with no points and 110 scores given away (27 per game) it is hard to see anything other than relegation. Surely Poacher has to start giving game time to players he expects to be involved in Connacht championship action. Finally, do ye believe that regardless of how the results go for the remainder of the season, that the current manager will be there for the long haul, or could he be replaced?" How many Leitrim games were you at last year Martin Joe?
To say it was the best prepared Leitrim team since Johnno is an absolute joke. Moran and Morrison, Dolan, Dugdale and Breen, and Hyland far superior managers than Andy.
So take off your green and red tinted glasses.
Backheel (Leitrim) - Posts: 188 - 23/02/2025 15:15:30
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Replying To LongBall94: "In relation to the U20s team (who we are all now pinning our hopes on as the Senior team is so out of it's depth for a variety of reasons) Does anyone know the panel for Barry McWeeneys men this year?
It can be tricky with Leaving Cert Students etc to get full commitment at this age group.
Off the top of my head (and missing one corner back position) I would guess our team could look like this. But I'm definitely forgetting a few names.
That being said this is an extremely strong team with a lot of them having been stand out performers in our club game in 2024, along with last years U20 experience, then with our school teams this year - they are all very positive experiences for any young team so it should leave them in good stead.
Who else am I forgetting here? O'Rourke, McBrien, Lowe etc would all be good impact subs.
Are the young Gardiner lads from St Marys eligible?
Brian Cull
Oran Foley Eanna McNamara
Jack Rowley? Jack Foley Colm McLoughlin
Ben Guckian
Bailey McBride
Gavin Gallagher Darren Cox Tom Plunkett
Brian Keaney Paul Honeyman Jack Kelly" Where's senan mooney? A fine man for Annaduff during their time in senior last year. Oisin molloy is another talent from down south Leitrim, a fine midfielder whom towers over Bailey, a trait which is a necessity for the middle of the park under these new rules.
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Replying To martinjoe: "Incredibly well managed and well motivated, and for the first time since the days of Johnno (RIP) had an acceptable level of cardio fitness. I am convinced that if Keith was playing they would would have won the final. However, the fact is, Croke park is a distant memory now. At this stage 4 games in with no points and 110 scores given away (27 per game) it is hard to see anything other than relegation. Surely Poacher has to start giving game time to players he expects to be involved in Connacht championship action. Finally, do ye believe that regardless of how the results go for the remainder of the season, that the current manager will be there for the long haul, or could he be replaced?" Incredibly well managed? Come on now.
boxtyburgerbuns (Leitrim) - Posts: 132 - 23/02/2025 19:27:22
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Replying To martinjoe: "Incredibly well managed and well motivated, and for the first time since the days of Johnno (RIP) had an acceptable level of cardio fitness. I am convinced that if Keith was playing they would would have won the final. However, the fact is, Croke park is a distant memory now. At this stage 4 games in with no points and 110 scores given away (27 per game) it is hard to see anything other than relegation. Surely Poacher has to start giving game time to players he expects to be involved in Connacht championship action. Finally, do ye believe that regardless of how the results go for the remainder of the season, that the current manager will be there for the long haul, or could he be replaced?" They lost to New York and ran out of fitness in extra time. If that's what you classify as top fitness.
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Replying To Backheel: "How many Leitrim games were you at last year Martin Joe?
To say it was the best prepared Leitrim team since Johnno is an absolute joke. Moran and Morrison, Dolan, Dugdale and Breen, and Hyland far superior managers than Andy.
So take off your green and red tinted glasses." I reckon you would need to take off the blindfolds. However we are happy down here that you hounded him out. He is doing just fine with our lads.
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Replying To ORIELMAN85: "I reckon you would need to take off the blindfolds. However we are happy down here that you hounded him out. He is doing just fine with our lads." What is he doing that you are impressed with?
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Replying To ORIELMAN85: "I reckon you would need to take off the blindfolds. However we are happy down here that you hounded him out. He is doing just fine with our lads." I think, after the New York defeat nothing Andy could do would suffice. This is understandable, considering that NY had never won an intercounty game, and only play one intercounty game per year. Leitrim had had 7 league games in which to prepare. Imagine what lies in store for NY this year, no game for 12 months and first go at the new rules V the current Connacht Champs, All Ireland runners up and currently top of NFL1. Unless they reach the NFL1 final, their prep for Leitrim will be V the Dubs. I have been saying for years that NFL 4 winners should Play NY and NFL 3 winners should play London the the championship openers.
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Lads,
How in gods name is there anyone still discussing the rights and wrong of Andy Morans tenure? Its embarrassing. He's gone and we are onto our second manager since. Move on.
Good to see Donal Casey back and Cillian McGloin back on the bench - they will both help to steady the ship. same goes for Ben Guckian.
I'm assuming McNulty won't play in our remaining league fixtures - would be crazy not to take the opportunity (now that the games are meaningless) to allow him to do a full and proper rehab on that hamstring.
Offaly coming to town next weekend - They play a lovely fast brand of football and have been racking up a lot of goals in this campaign. Physically they wont be as developed as other teams but they are fast with very dangerous forwards.
Hopefully Poacher and co this week come up with an improved plan for our kickouts and the oppositions kickouts as what we attempted to do in Belfast at the weekend (in the first half) was pathetic and looked badly coached. As Cox, Prior and Honeyman showed in Corrigan Park- They are well capable of doing some damage but we need to gain more primary possession.
Nobody is even expecting a win but seeing some sort of progress or improvement should be a minimum requirement.
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Replying To boxtyburgerbuns: "What is he doing that you are impressed with?" Why don't you take a trip down and see how our young team are transitioning.
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Replying To LongBall94: "In relation to the U20s team (who we are all now pinning our hopes on as the Senior team is so out of it's depth for a variety of reasons) Does anyone know the panel for Barry McWeeneys men this year?
It can be tricky with Leaving Cert Students etc to get full commitment at this age group.
Off the top of my head (and missing one corner back position) I would guess our team could look like this. But I'm definitely forgetting a few names.
That being said this is an extremely strong team with a lot of them having been stand out performers in our club game in 2024, along with last years U20 experience, then with our school teams this year - they are all very positive experiences for any young team so it should leave them in good stead.
Who else am I forgetting here? O'Rourke, McBrien, Lowe etc would all be good impact subs.
Are the young Gardiner lads from St Marys eligible?
Brian Cull
Oran Foley Eanna McNamara
Jack Rowley? Jack Foley Colm McLoughlin
Ben Guckian
Bailey McBride
Gavin Gallagher Darren Cox Tom Plunkett
Brian Keaney Paul Honeyman Jack Kelly" Looks a seriously impressive team, hopefully we can pick up a few wins and get a spot in a semi final and after that you wouldn't know what could happen. I do agree the lads should be left alone to focus on this for the next few weeks and then rejoin the seniors after. Our u17s had another good win over tipperary at the weekend, would anyone give a stab at the team that will start the Connacht championship and who are the standout players to keep an eye on.
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Replying To ORIELMAN85: "Why don't you take a trip down and see how our young team are transitioning." That'd be an exciting trip for sure.
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Congratulations to St Clare's Seniors. They are through to an all ireland "c" PPS final. This team is managed by Shane ward. It goes to show how well Shane ward knows colleges football.This is a huge game. The Standout players according to the Leitrim observer were Jack Kelly, Bailey mcbride, Josh Sheridan, Evan Gilligan and Jack attard. St. Clares have 6 players that would of started for the Leitrim schools "A" team. It shows its good experience at that high level. They lost to st Colemans in the semi by 4 points. Coleman are now in the all ireland A final now it shows they weren't that far of.
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Replying To Ross1: "Where's senan mooney? A fine man for Annaduff during their time in senior last year. Oisin molloy is another talent from down south Leitrim, a fine midfielder whom towers over Bailey, a trait which is a necessity for the middle of the park under these new rules." Good u20 team above look's exciting I'm gonna make my own stab at it though
I do believe senan Mooney is involved this year with them
Brian Cull
Oran foley eanna mc namara eoghan duignan ?
Jack rowley jack foley Micheal mc brien
Ben guckian Colm mc Loughlin
Darren cox Liam chandler noaise mc manus
Jack Kelly Paul honeyman Brian keaney
I do believe there is good depth for each line on the team .
In the backs there is gardiners from Carrick also arek if hes available ?In Midfield there is Bailey mc bride and Aaron Farrell both tall men good under a high ball and can play ball I believe too ( Bailey was very good in the school semi final last Saturday in Cavan )
In the forwards there is Tom plunkett, Josh maye etc no doubt looking very good this year for them . Fingers crossed for a Connaught title potentially
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