Round Tower Rovers 1, Tullamore Rovers 1.
Cosgrove Keeps Rovers in the hunt
Tullamore travelled to Timahoe in Laois on Sunday morning on the back of a great win over table toppers Clonminan Rovers the previous Sunday. A win could have put Rovers top but they were forced to come away with a share of the spoils after an entertaining encounter. The match for many parts was played at fast pace with the Timahoe forwards intent on using their pace to get behind the Tullamore defence. The first 20 minutes of the game seen the Timahoe side edge things but once Tullamore to hold of the game they seen out the half much stronger. The Round Towers forwards were showing some good touches throughout the opening quarter and they were intent on getting behind the Tullamore defence with their speed but Ian Harvey and Jimmy O’Brien were up to challenge managed to shackle the home team to just long range efforts. But on the half hour mark Round Tower took the lead after a through ball caught Rovers and the Round Tower forward gave Jimmy Keenan in the Tullamore goal no chance with a cool finish. Tullamore responded well and started to string passes together much better as the first half closed out. Phil Evans was starting to see more of the ball and he was using possession wisely looking for that killer pass behind the Round Towers defence. With ten minutes to go before the break Brendan Kenny was unlucky not to score he turned well in the box after receiving the ball form the right a his powerful shot was pub behind by the keeper. Moments later Gazdecki fired in a cross from the right a Derek Dolan had his head well saved by the Round Tower keeper who was having a fine game. The pressure was mounting and Rovers were seeing a goal and it came five minutes before the break after Dolan was fouled on the edge of the box. Ian Harvey took the free that was only cleared as far as Brian Cosgrove on the edge of the box who took a great touch to fire a cracking shot into the roof of the net. The second half seen plenty more open football with both teams having their chances although the Rovers defence was tightening up with Billy Harvey having a particularly good game a right full. Harvey found himself the last line of defence on a couple of occasion but he came up trumps with an excellent display of tackling and some very timely interventions. On the other side of defence John Healy must be commended for his last ditch tackle near the end to keep the scores level. Healey also showed a willingness to get forward and support the midfielders also. Jimmy Keenan in goal for Rovers had a good game and his bravery from the any corners seen him commanding the box throughout the game. With that said Round Towers still managed to hit the post twice in the second half but both were form long range efforts as O’Brien and Harvey stood strong in the centre. Tullamore looked lively at the other end also with Mick Kilmartin who came on as a sub showing some nice touches and willingness to run at the Round Towers defenders. Paul McDonald was another who gave the home defence something to think about with his surging runs down the right after he switched with Gazdecki. Czestaw Madalinski and Declan Conroy were brought on in search of a winner but game finished out to a draw and when all things were considered it was probably a fair result. Tullamore Rovers management team of Lar Byrne and Clive Evans were relieved to hear after the match that rivals Abbeyleix had drawn with Clonaslee C, that result keeps Rovers in the hunt at the top of the table.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenan, Billy Harvey, Jimmy O’Brien, Ian Harvey, John Healy, Paul McDonald, Derek Dolan, Phil Evans, Brian Cosgrove, Jarek Gazdecki, Brendan Kenny, Declan Conroy, Czestaw Madalinski, Mick Kilmartin.
23 October 2006
15 October 2006
Tullamore Rovers 4 Clonminam Rovers 2
Tullamore Rovers Topple Table Toppers
Tullamore Rovers 4 Clonminam Rovers 2 TULLAMORE Rovers toppled table toppers Clonminam Rovers with a super second half performance in Killeigh on Sunday. Two places behind Clonminam before the morning's action, Tullamore leapfrogged their Laois opponents thanks to two- goal hero Jarek Gozdecki. The visiting Rovers took the lead when Niall Wheeler set up a goal for Richie Reid but following a hand-ball by Alan Loughlin, Tullamore Rovers won the free which eventually led to Paul McDonald hitting the equaliser before half-time. In the second half, Clonminam Rovers made two changes up front in a bid to stamp their authority on the game and though one of the substitutes, Mark Kirwan, looked threatening, Tullamore Rovers began to create some chances.
First Brendan Kenny forced opposing 'keeper Shane Nolan to make a save just under the crossbar with a header, and then Phil Evans set up McDonald, but he was thwarted by Nolan who came out smartly.
In the 59th minute, McDonald worked his way into the box on the right, considered taking a shot himself but wisely cut the ball back for Gozdecki who hit the net from eight yards. That lead goal was cancelled out within five minutes. Mark Kirwan, a useful second half substitute for the visitors, was released by Paul Gaynor and though home 'keeper Jimmy Keenahan - in for regular netminder David Minton who was sidelined with a surfing injury - advanced, the sub kept control of the ball and followed up to push the leveller into an empty net. Gozdecki was only denied another goal by a great save from Nolan in the 65th minute and the game then began to swing in Clonminam's favour as they forced corner after corner. The home defence stood firm however, and there was always a chance that Tullamore Rovers would conjure a third goal, especially with Evans and Gozdecki playing so well. With 15 minutes left that pair combined for the crucial goal. Evans darted down the left and crossed for Gozdecki to finish unmarked at the far post. Nolan then had to be at his best to deny Ian Harvey whose excellent free-kick forced a fingertip save seven minutes from time.
With three minutes left the Tullamore side made sure of all three points when Gozdecki was awarded a free and when it was booted skyward in the six-yard box, Brian Cosgrove rose highest to head the ball home under the bar. The result puts Tullamore Rovers in second place in the table, just a point behind new leaders Abbeyleix Athletic.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenahan; Billy Harvey, John Healy, Jimmy O'Brien, Derek Dolan, Paul McDonald, Brian Cosgrove, Phil Evans, Jarek Gozdecki, Brendan Kenny. Subs: Dean Tyrrell, Mick Delaney, Mick Kilmartin. Clonminam Rovers: Shane Nolan; Alan Loughlin, Brendan McCormack, Philip Kehoe, Anthony Maher, Richie Reid, Conor O'Leary, Paul Gaynor, David Fitzpatrick, Thomas Lawless, Niall Wheeler. Subs: Willie Fitzpatrick, Mark Kirwan, Gerry Maher. Referee: Pat Murtagh (Offaly Branch
Tullamore Rovers 4 Clonminam Rovers 2 TULLAMORE Rovers toppled table toppers Clonminam Rovers with a super second half performance in Killeigh on Sunday. Two places behind Clonminam before the morning's action, Tullamore leapfrogged their Laois opponents thanks to two- goal hero Jarek Gozdecki. The visiting Rovers took the lead when Niall Wheeler set up a goal for Richie Reid but following a hand-ball by Alan Loughlin, Tullamore Rovers won the free which eventually led to Paul McDonald hitting the equaliser before half-time. In the second half, Clonminam Rovers made two changes up front in a bid to stamp their authority on the game and though one of the substitutes, Mark Kirwan, looked threatening, Tullamore Rovers began to create some chances.
First Brendan Kenny forced opposing 'keeper Shane Nolan to make a save just under the crossbar with a header, and then Phil Evans set up McDonald, but he was thwarted by Nolan who came out smartly.
In the 59th minute, McDonald worked his way into the box on the right, considered taking a shot himself but wisely cut the ball back for Gozdecki who hit the net from eight yards. That lead goal was cancelled out within five minutes. Mark Kirwan, a useful second half substitute for the visitors, was released by Paul Gaynor and though home 'keeper Jimmy Keenahan - in for regular netminder David Minton who was sidelined with a surfing injury - advanced, the sub kept control of the ball and followed up to push the leveller into an empty net. Gozdecki was only denied another goal by a great save from Nolan in the 65th minute and the game then began to swing in Clonminam's favour as they forced corner after corner. The home defence stood firm however, and there was always a chance that Tullamore Rovers would conjure a third goal, especially with Evans and Gozdecki playing so well. With 15 minutes left that pair combined for the crucial goal. Evans darted down the left and crossed for Gozdecki to finish unmarked at the far post. Nolan then had to be at his best to deny Ian Harvey whose excellent free-kick forced a fingertip save seven minutes from time.
With three minutes left the Tullamore side made sure of all three points when Gozdecki was awarded a free and when it was booted skyward in the six-yard box, Brian Cosgrove rose highest to head the ball home under the bar. The result puts Tullamore Rovers in second place in the table, just a point behind new leaders Abbeyleix Athletic.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenahan; Billy Harvey, John Healy, Jimmy O'Brien, Derek Dolan, Paul McDonald, Brian Cosgrove, Phil Evans, Jarek Gozdecki, Brendan Kenny. Subs: Dean Tyrrell, Mick Delaney, Mick Kilmartin. Clonminam Rovers: Shane Nolan; Alan Loughlin, Brendan McCormack, Philip Kehoe, Anthony Maher, Richie Reid, Conor O'Leary, Paul Gaynor, David Fitzpatrick, Thomas Lawless, Niall Wheeler. Subs: Willie Fitzpatrick, Mark Kirwan, Gerry Maher. Referee: Pat Murtagh (Offaly Branch
Tullamore Rovers 4 Clonminam Rovers 2 - Tullamore Tribune Report
Tullamore Rovers Topple Table Toppers
Tullamore Rovers 4 Clonminam Rovers 2 TULLAMORE Rovers toppled table
toppers Clonminam Rovers with a super second half performance in Killeigh on Sunday. Two places behind Clonminam before the morning's action, Tullamore leapfrogged their Laois opponents thanks to two- goal hero Jarek Gozdecki. The visiting Rovers took the lead when Niall Wheeler set up a goal for Richie Reid but following a hand-ball by Alan Loughlin, Tullamore Rovers won the free which eventually led to Paul McDonald hitting the equaliser before half-time. In the second half, Clonminam Rovers made two changes up front in a bid to stamp their authority on the game and though one of the substitutes, Mark Kirwan, looked threatening, Tullamore Rovers began to create some chances. First Brendan Kenny forced opposing 'keeper Shane Nolan to make a save just under the crossbar with a header, and then Phil Evans set up McDonald, but he was thwarted by Nolan who came out smartly.In the 59th minute, McDonald worked his way into the box on the right, considered taking a shot himself but wisely cut the ball back for Gozdecki who hit the net from eight yards. That lead goal was cancelled out within five minutes. Mark Kirwan, a useful second half substitute for the visitors, was released by Paul Gaynor and though home 'keeper Jimmy Keenahan - in for regular netminder David Minton who was sidelined with a surfing injury - advanced, the sub kept control of the ball and followed up to push the leveller into an empty net. Gozdecki was only denied another goal by a great save from Nolan in the 65th minute and the game then began to swing in Clonminam's favour as they forced corner after corner. The home defence stood firm however, and there was always a chance that Tullamore Rovers would conjure a third goal, especially with Evans and Gozdecki playing so well. With 15 minutes left that pair combined for the crucial goal. Evans darted down the left and crossed for Gozdecki to finish unmarked at the far post. Nolan then had to be at his best to deny Ian Harvey whose excellent free-kick forced a fingertip save seven minutes from time. With three minutes left the Tullamore side made sure of all three points when Gozdecki was awarded a free and when it was booted skyward in the six-yard box, Brian Cosgrove rose highest to head the ball home under the bar. The result puts Tullamore Rovers in second place in the table, just a point behind new leaders Abbeyleix Athletic.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenahan; Billy Harvey, John Healy, Jimmy O'Brien, Derek Dolan, Paul McDonald, Brian Cosgrove, Phil Evans, Jarek Gozdecki, Brendan Kenny. Subs: Dean Tyrrell, Mick Delaney, Mick Kilmartin.
Clonminam Rovers: Shane Nolan; Alan Loughlin, Brendan McCormack, Philip Kehoe, Anthony Maher, Richie Reid, Conor O'Leary, Paul Gaynor, David Fitzpatrick, Thomas Lawless, Niall Wheeler. Subs: Willie Fitzpatrick, Mark Kirwan, Gerry Maher.
Referee: Pat Murtagh (Offaly Branch).
Tullamore Rovers 4 Clonminam Rovers 2 TULLAMORE Rovers toppled table
toppers Clonminam Rovers with a super second half performance in Killeigh on Sunday. Two places behind Clonminam before the morning's action, Tullamore leapfrogged their Laois opponents thanks to two- goal hero Jarek Gozdecki. The visiting Rovers took the lead when Niall Wheeler set up a goal for Richie Reid but following a hand-ball by Alan Loughlin, Tullamore Rovers won the free which eventually led to Paul McDonald hitting the equaliser before half-time. In the second half, Clonminam Rovers made two changes up front in a bid to stamp their authority on the game and though one of the substitutes, Mark Kirwan, looked threatening, Tullamore Rovers began to create some chances. First Brendan Kenny forced opposing 'keeper Shane Nolan to make a save just under the crossbar with a header, and then Phil Evans set up McDonald, but he was thwarted by Nolan who came out smartly.In the 59th minute, McDonald worked his way into the box on the right, considered taking a shot himself but wisely cut the ball back for Gozdecki who hit the net from eight yards. That lead goal was cancelled out within five minutes. Mark Kirwan, a useful second half substitute for the visitors, was released by Paul Gaynor and though home 'keeper Jimmy Keenahan - in for regular netminder David Minton who was sidelined with a surfing injury - advanced, the sub kept control of the ball and followed up to push the leveller into an empty net. Gozdecki was only denied another goal by a great save from Nolan in the 65th minute and the game then began to swing in Clonminam's favour as they forced corner after corner. The home defence stood firm however, and there was always a chance that Tullamore Rovers would conjure a third goal, especially with Evans and Gozdecki playing so well. With 15 minutes left that pair combined for the crucial goal. Evans darted down the left and crossed for Gozdecki to finish unmarked at the far post. Nolan then had to be at his best to deny Ian Harvey whose excellent free-kick forced a fingertip save seven minutes from time. With three minutes left the Tullamore side made sure of all three points when Gozdecki was awarded a free and when it was booted skyward in the six-yard box, Brian Cosgrove rose highest to head the ball home under the bar. The result puts Tullamore Rovers in second place in the table, just a point behind new leaders Abbeyleix Athletic.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenahan; Billy Harvey, John Healy, Jimmy O'Brien, Derek Dolan, Paul McDonald, Brian Cosgrove, Phil Evans, Jarek Gozdecki, Brendan Kenny. Subs: Dean Tyrrell, Mick Delaney, Mick Kilmartin.
Clonminam Rovers: Shane Nolan; Alan Loughlin, Brendan McCormack, Philip Kehoe, Anthony Maher, Richie Reid, Conor O'Leary, Paul Gaynor, David Fitzpatrick, Thomas Lawless, Niall Wheeler. Subs: Willie Fitzpatrick, Mark Kirwan, Gerry Maher.
Referee: Pat Murtagh (Offaly Branch).
09 October 2006
Midlands Celtic 2, Tullamore Rovers 2.
CCFL Division 4A
Last Minute Goal Denies Rovers Victory
Midlands Celtic 2, Tullamore Rovers 2.
Tullamore Rovers were unlucky not to pick up all three points on Sunday against Portlaoise side Midlands Celtic. Rovers conceded a last minute goal to deny them an important three points in the hunt for promotion. Rovers fell behind early to a dubious penalty decision after two minutes, Rovers keeper Jimmy Keenan was unlucky not to keep out the resulting spot kick. The Tullamore side did well to get back into the game and got a lucky break after Ian Harvey’s long rage effort deceived the Celtic keeper and made its way into the net. Ian Harvey was filling in at left full and will be delighted to get off the mark with his first goal of the season. The right back position was filled by Billy Harvey who had a good solid game in defence yet again. Jimmy O’Brien and Captain Deano Tyrell teamed up in the centre of defence and looked solid and composed under pressure. Deano Tyrell had a busy game organising his defence and Jimmy O’Brien did well making one great last ditch tackle to save Rovers in the first half. Ten minutes before the break Rovers deservedly went in front after Phil Evans from right midfield found Brendan Kenny free in the box with a great cross, Kenny made no mistake slotting the ball past the Celtic keeper for his forth goal of the season. Paul McDonald went close with a long range effort soon after and Derek Dolan broke free done the left on a few occasions to trouble the Celtic defence and was unlucky with one effort toward the end of the half. In the last attach of the half Dolan was broth down on the edge of the box; Ian Harvey stood up to take the kick and was denied his second by and excellent save by the keeper. The second half was tougher for the Rovers players as they began to sit back. Brian Cosgroves aerial ability helped Rovers greatly in the second half as he defended corners with authority and was commanding in the middle of the park. Rovers had opportunities to increase their lead in the throughout the half with great running from Declan Conroy who tried to catch the home team on the counter attack. He was unlucky not to get on the score sheet and Kenny could have had his second midway through the half also. Rovers plugged away until the end and three minutes into stoppage time disaster struck as the Celtic broke free done the right and the centre forward broke into the box to fire home the equaliser in the dying seconds of the game. It was tough luck on Rovers who have now drawn three of their last four games. Their next match is at home to Clonminan Rovers who are flying high in the league and Tullamore will have to be on top form if there are to get a much needed victory over the Portlaoise side. Lar Byrne will no doubt be looking forward to the game and getting his players back to wining ways as soon as possible.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenan, Billy Harvey, Ian Harvey, Jimmy O’Brien, Deano Tyrell, Phil Evans, Paul McDonald, Brian Cosgrove, Derek Dolan, Declan Conroy, Brendan Kenny.
Tullamore Rovers would again like to thank Joe Lees Bar on Church Street for sponsorship and Ted and Keith Garry for the pitch at Fentor in Killeigh. All match reports are available on www.tullamorerovers.blogspot.com and you can contact the club at tullamorerovers@eircom.net
Finally the players and management would like to congratulate the McDonalds on the birth of a baby girl last week.
Jerome Santry Division 4A
Division 4B Pld Won Drew Lost PTS
Clonminam Rvs 6 4 0 2 12
Abbeyleix Athletic B 5 3 2 0 11
Tullamore Rvs 6 2 4 0 10
Heyward Celtic 5 2 3 0 9
Clonaslee Utd C 6 3 0 3 9
Round Tower Rvs 6 2 1 3 7
Midlands Celtic 5 1 2 2 5
Raheen FC 6 1 1 4 4
Portlaoise C 2 0 1 1 1
Last Minute Goal Denies Rovers Victory
Midlands Celtic 2, Tullamore Rovers 2.
Tullamore Rovers were unlucky not to pick up all three points on Sunday against Portlaoise side Midlands Celtic. Rovers conceded a last minute goal to deny them an important three points in the hunt for promotion. Rovers fell behind early to a dubious penalty decision after two minutes, Rovers keeper Jimmy Keenan was unlucky not to keep out the resulting spot kick. The Tullamore side did well to get back into the game and got a lucky break after Ian Harvey’s long rage effort deceived the Celtic keeper and made its way into the net. Ian Harvey was filling in at left full and will be delighted to get off the mark with his first goal of the season. The right back position was filled by Billy Harvey who had a good solid game in defence yet again. Jimmy O’Brien and Captain Deano Tyrell teamed up in the centre of defence and looked solid and composed under pressure. Deano Tyrell had a busy game organising his defence and Jimmy O’Brien did well making one great last ditch tackle to save Rovers in the first half. Ten minutes before the break Rovers deservedly went in front after Phil Evans from right midfield found Brendan Kenny free in the box with a great cross, Kenny made no mistake slotting the ball past the Celtic keeper for his forth goal of the season. Paul McDonald went close with a long range effort soon after and Derek Dolan broke free done the left on a few occasions to trouble the Celtic defence and was unlucky with one effort toward the end of the half. In the last attach of the half Dolan was broth down on the edge of the box; Ian Harvey stood up to take the kick and was denied his second by and excellent save by the keeper. The second half was tougher for the Rovers players as they began to sit back. Brian Cosgroves aerial ability helped Rovers greatly in the second half as he defended corners with authority and was commanding in the middle of the park. Rovers had opportunities to increase their lead in the throughout the half with great running from Declan Conroy who tried to catch the home team on the counter attack. He was unlucky not to get on the score sheet and Kenny could have had his second midway through the half also. Rovers plugged away until the end and three minutes into stoppage time disaster struck as the Celtic broke free done the right and the centre forward broke into the box to fire home the equaliser in the dying seconds of the game. It was tough luck on Rovers who have now drawn three of their last four games. Their next match is at home to Clonminan Rovers who are flying high in the league and Tullamore will have to be on top form if there are to get a much needed victory over the Portlaoise side. Lar Byrne will no doubt be looking forward to the game and getting his players back to wining ways as soon as possible.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenan, Billy Harvey, Ian Harvey, Jimmy O’Brien, Deano Tyrell, Phil Evans, Paul McDonald, Brian Cosgrove, Derek Dolan, Declan Conroy, Brendan Kenny.
Tullamore Rovers would again like to thank Joe Lees Bar on Church Street for sponsorship and Ted and Keith Garry for the pitch at Fentor in Killeigh. All match reports are available on www.tullamorerovers.blogspot.com and you can contact the club at tullamorerovers@eircom.net
Finally the players and management would like to congratulate the McDonalds on the birth of a baby girl last week.
Jerome Santry Division 4A
Division 4B Pld Won Drew Lost PTS
Clonminam Rvs 6 4 0 2 12
Abbeyleix Athletic B 5 3 2 0 11
Tullamore Rvs 6 2 4 0 10
Heyward Celtic 5 2 3 0 9
Clonaslee Utd C 6 3 0 3 9
Round Tower Rvs 6 2 1 3 7
Midlands Celtic 5 1 2 2 5
Raheen FC 6 1 1 4 4
Portlaoise C 2 0 1 1 1
02 October 2006
Tullamore Rovers 4, Round Tower Rovers 4
CCFL Division 4A
Eight Goals Shared in Fentor
Tullamore Rovers 4, Round Tower Rovers 4.
A thrilling game in Division 4 was held in Fentor on Sunday with Timahoe side Round Tower Rovers and local side Tullamore Rovers sharing eight goals. Round Towers were up two nil within 15 minutes after mistakes by Rovers let the Timahoe forwards in on goal twice to beat Tullamore keeper David Menton. The fast pitch was always going to suit forwards and that proved to be the case as within 10 minutes Tullamore pulled a goal back when Brendan Kenny picked his spot from just inside the box. Rovers finished out the half well with Paul McDonald and Brian Cosgrove beginning to get a hold in midfield. The second half continued like the first with some good attacking play from both sides but the home side felt they could take the initiative. The Rovers management team of Lar Byrne and Clive Evans made a few positional changes to try and find the equalising goal. Ian Harvey pulled back to right full and Billy Harvey pushed into right midfield where he did well in the in the second half. Deano Tyrell in the heart of the Rovers defence drove forward on a few occasion trying to encourage his team mates and he was covered well by his other centre half Jimmy O’Brien. Mark Lennon filled in a right back to try cope with the pace of the Timahoe forwards. Brian Cosgrove went close with a long rage effort after 60 minutes but against the run of play Round Towers went three one up after Rovers again failed to clear their lines at the back, the low drive to the right corner was just out of Dave Mentons reach. To their credit Rovers didn’t let the heads drop and they staged a great fight back with a deserved second goal after a Brendan Kenny’s shot was saved the resulting rebound was fired home by Paul McDonald. Rovers pushed forward sensing something with Derek Dolan and Billy Harvey on the wings beings supported by the Ian Harvey and Mark Lennon. The equaliser came soon after when Paul McDonald grabbed his second with a header at the back post. Rovers kept the pressure on and pushed forward but their eagerness to grab the winner cost them at the back after committing to many forward from the middle they were caught on the counter attack and punished as Round Towers took the lead with five minutes remaining. Again the Tullamore men showed great character to keep pushing to the end and in the last attach of the game Timahoe conceded a penalty after hand ball in the box. Mick Kilmartin stepped and the despite the pressure he made no mistake in finding the equaliser with the very last kick of the game. Kimartins late goal ensured that Rovers continue on their unbeaten run and remain second in the table. Tullamore Rovers: Dave Menton, Billy Harvey, Deano Tyrell, Jimmy O’Brien, Mark Lennon, Ian Harvey, Paul McDonald, Brian Cosgrove, Derek Dolan, Brendan Kenny, Mick Kilmartin. Subs: Jimmy Keenan & John Healy. Management: Lar Byrne, Clive Evans.
Tullamore Rovers would like to thank Joe Lees Bar on Church Street, Tullamore and Ted & Keith Garry for the pitch in Fentor, Killeigh.
All match Reports are available on www.tullamorerovers.blogspot.com. Contact the club – tullamorerovers@eircom.net
Eight Goals Shared in Fentor
Tullamore Rovers 4, Round Tower Rovers 4.
A thrilling game in Division 4 was held in Fentor on Sunday with Timahoe side Round Tower Rovers and local side Tullamore Rovers sharing eight goals. Round Towers were up two nil within 15 minutes after mistakes by Rovers let the Timahoe forwards in on goal twice to beat Tullamore keeper David Menton. The fast pitch was always going to suit forwards and that proved to be the case as within 10 minutes Tullamore pulled a goal back when Brendan Kenny picked his spot from just inside the box. Rovers finished out the half well with Paul McDonald and Brian Cosgrove beginning to get a hold in midfield. The second half continued like the first with some good attacking play from both sides but the home side felt they could take the initiative. The Rovers management team of Lar Byrne and Clive Evans made a few positional changes to try and find the equalising goal. Ian Harvey pulled back to right full and Billy Harvey pushed into right midfield where he did well in the in the second half. Deano Tyrell in the heart of the Rovers defence drove forward on a few occasion trying to encourage his team mates and he was covered well by his other centre half Jimmy O’Brien. Mark Lennon filled in a right back to try cope with the pace of the Timahoe forwards. Brian Cosgrove went close with a long rage effort after 60 minutes but against the run of play Round Towers went three one up after Rovers again failed to clear their lines at the back, the low drive to the right corner was just out of Dave Mentons reach. To their credit Rovers didn’t let the heads drop and they staged a great fight back with a deserved second goal after a Brendan Kenny’s shot was saved the resulting rebound was fired home by Paul McDonald. Rovers pushed forward sensing something with Derek Dolan and Billy Harvey on the wings beings supported by the Ian Harvey and Mark Lennon. The equaliser came soon after when Paul McDonald grabbed his second with a header at the back post. Rovers kept the pressure on and pushed forward but their eagerness to grab the winner cost them at the back after committing to many forward from the middle they were caught on the counter attack and punished as Round Towers took the lead with five minutes remaining. Again the Tullamore men showed great character to keep pushing to the end and in the last attach of the game Timahoe conceded a penalty after hand ball in the box. Mick Kilmartin stepped and the despite the pressure he made no mistake in finding the equaliser with the very last kick of the game. Kimartins late goal ensured that Rovers continue on their unbeaten run and remain second in the table. Tullamore Rovers: Dave Menton, Billy Harvey, Deano Tyrell, Jimmy O’Brien, Mark Lennon, Ian Harvey, Paul McDonald, Brian Cosgrove, Derek Dolan, Brendan Kenny, Mick Kilmartin. Subs: Jimmy Keenan & John Healy. Management: Lar Byrne, Clive Evans.
Tullamore Rovers would like to thank Joe Lees Bar on Church Street, Tullamore and Ted & Keith Garry for the pitch in Fentor, Killeigh.
All match Reports are available on www.tullamorerovers.blogspot.com. Contact the club – tullamorerovers@eircom.net
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