Division 3A
Westend Utd v Spink Celtic; Springfield Tullamore; M Malone
Walsh Island Shamrocks v Hayward Celtic; Carty Park Walsh Island; P Brown
Killurin v Tullamore Rvs; Keenaghans Killurin; P Nolan
Round Tower Rvs v Ballybrittas; 2.00; Timahoe Village; P Pardy
Idle Cloneygowan Celtic, Clonaslee Utd B
25 September 2007
17 September 2007
Tullamore Rovers 1, Round Tower Rovers 2.
CCFL Division 3A
Tullamore Rovers 1, Round Tower Rovers 2.
Despite another good display Tullamore Rovers were beaten at home for the second consecutive week. Rovers have still to get off the mark this season and manager Alan James will be hoping the wins start coming soon. Rovers dominated this game but failed in two critical areas, sloppy defending and a lack of shots on target. Round Towers Rovers took the lead just before the break but the home side were straight back in the game immediately from the restart after robbing the ball in middle and setting Pat Tyrell on his way down the right. Tyrell crossed for JP O’Leary to back heel the ball past the keeper at the near post. Rovers became ragged throughout second half and despite having most of the possession they couldn’t find the killer passes up front. The inevitable happened with 5 minutes to go when the home side failed to clear their lines and Round Tower Rovers snatched the points with a late winner. Tullamore Rovers are now in desperate need of a win to kick start their season. Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Pat Meehan, Ed Finnerty, Jimmy O’Brien, Andy Galvin, Pat Tyrell, Mark Kelly, Phil Evans, Derek Dolan, James Carty, JP O’Leary, Ronan Kelly, Niall Gorman, Brendan Kenny, Seamus Halloran, Emmet O’Malley.
Tullamore Rovers 1, Round Tower Rovers 2.
Despite another good display Tullamore Rovers were beaten at home for the second consecutive week. Rovers have still to get off the mark this season and manager Alan James will be hoping the wins start coming soon. Rovers dominated this game but failed in two critical areas, sloppy defending and a lack of shots on target. Round Towers Rovers took the lead just before the break but the home side were straight back in the game immediately from the restart after robbing the ball in middle and setting Pat Tyrell on his way down the right. Tyrell crossed for JP O’Leary to back heel the ball past the keeper at the near post. Rovers became ragged throughout second half and despite having most of the possession they couldn’t find the killer passes up front. The inevitable happened with 5 minutes to go when the home side failed to clear their lines and Round Tower Rovers snatched the points with a late winner. Tullamore Rovers are now in desperate need of a win to kick start their season. Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Pat Meehan, Ed Finnerty, Jimmy O’Brien, Andy Galvin, Pat Tyrell, Mark Kelly, Phil Evans, Derek Dolan, James Carty, JP O’Leary, Ronan Kelly, Niall Gorman, Brendan Kenny, Seamus Halloran, Emmet O’Malley.
12 September 2007
Table & Fixtures 16/09/2007
Fixtures 16/09/2007
Division 3A
Ballybrittas v Walsh Island Shamrocks; Rath Ballybrittas; PJ Garland
Killurin v Cloneygowan Celtic; Killurin Tullamore; T Flynn
Hayward Celtic v Spink Celtic; Smiths Field Mountmellick; P Brown
Clonaslee Utd B v Westend Utd; Community Centre Clonaslee; N Slevin
Tullamore Rvs v Round Tower Rvs; Fentor Park Killeigh; M Gillivan
10 September 2007
Tullamore Rovers 4, Clonygowan 5.
CCFL Division 3A
Tullamore Rovers 4, Clonygowan 5.
Last minute goal rocks Rovers
Tullamore Rovers bad start to the new season continued on Sunday in Killeigh but the manner of the defeat was the most disappointing feature after a much improved performance by Rovers. This game was full of controversial incidents including two penalties and a sending off which changed the face of the game. Rover’s first half performance was excellent and they got off to a flying start when James Carty drove a splendid free kick into the top corner after 10 minutes. It was a just reward for the Rovers players who were playing some inventive football through the middle. Rovers went two in front midway through the first half when Andy Galvin, who was impressive throughout the game on the right hand side, put in a smashing cross for James Carty to nod home for his second. At this point Rovers were well on top and the Rovers defence were also snuffing out most Clonygowan attacks. The centre back pairing of Ed Finnerty and Billy Harvey were excellent trough the game with some tough and uncompromising tackling to keep the Clonygowan forwards at bay. However a bizarre moment on the stroke of half time gifted Clonygowan a way back into the game. Billy Harvey challenged for a ball on the edge of the box and was caught with a high kick from a Clonygowan forward, the players were involved in a scuffle and somehow a penalty to the away team was the end result. The penalty was put away and the sides went in at the break with Rovers leading 2 -1. Rovers picked up where they left off in the second half with Pat Tyrell in particular causing all sorts of trouble on the right wing, the Clonygowan full back had trouble dealing with his pace throughout the game. His brother Deano was operating in the middle of the park and had an excellent partnership going with Philip Evans that kept Rovers ticking over. Five minutes into the half it was a great through ball from the middle of the park that set JP O’Leary on his way toward goal , O’Leary was bearing down on goal only to be upended just has he was about to strike and the referee pointed straight to the spot. James Carty was the man who stepped up to the mark and smashed home for his hat trick. At this point Rovers were cruising and the full backs Pat Meehan and Andy Galvin were pushing on in support of the midfield as Rovers searched for another but the game changed midway through the second half for Rovers. A free kick was awarded outside the 18 yard box to Clonygowan. As the free was about to be taken Deano Tyrell was deemed to have encroached and was harshly awarded a second yellow card which signalled the end of his participation. It was long after before Clonygowan had got their second when the ball was fired home from close range despite the best effort of Pat Meehan and keeper Jimmy Keenehan to block it out. At this point Rovers manager Alan James introduced Jimmy O’Brien and Michael Connelly in an effort to keep Rovers fresh. But being a man down it was always going to be tough and the third goal came soon after when the Clonygowan forward picked up a spilled ball to fire home the equaliser. Ten minutes before the end Clonygowan went 4 – 3 up when a wicked deflection off Pat Meehan from a corner sailed beyond Jimmy Keenehan into the top of the net. Despite the goals Jimmy Keenehan can be glad of his performance as it could have been worse for Rovers after he pulled off two fantastic saves in either half. . With the game dwindling away at this stage Rover had to fight to get something out of it. The opportunity presented self with 10 minutes to go when Philip Evans fired in free kick from just inside the Rovers half for Derek Dolan to rise and head home an equaliser for Rovers. Rovers though they had done enough but there was one more twist in the game. The referee awarded a free down the right for Clonygowan, he allowed the indirect free to be taken without a whistle and Rovers were still asleep as the cross came in only to be met by a Clonygowan attacker who sent a loping heard into the top corner. This was a bitterly disappointing end to the game but Rovers will take heart from the performance and will look a some crucial decisions that denied them victory. This is a new Rovers team and there is no doubt of the talent in the squad but they are still in the process of gelling together as a unit.
Tullamore Rovers Management would like the following sponsors for their support in keeping the club running for the 2007/8 season – DeBruns Bar, Evans Cleaning Services, Carry Out off license, Michael Minnock Architectural Services, Esker Communications & Mex Car Cleaning Services
Tullamore Rovers : Jimmy Keenehan, Billy Harvey, Edwin Finnertty, Andy Galvin, Pat Meehan, Deano Tyrell, Phil Evans, Derek Dolan, Pat Tyrell, James Carty , JP O’Leary, Michael Connelly, Jimmy O’Brien, Seamus Halloran.
Tullamore Rovers 4, Clonygowan 5.
Last minute goal rocks Rovers
Tullamore Rovers bad start to the new season continued on Sunday in Killeigh but the manner of the defeat was the most disappointing feature after a much improved performance by Rovers. This game was full of controversial incidents including two penalties and a sending off which changed the face of the game. Rover’s first half performance was excellent and they got off to a flying start when James Carty drove a splendid free kick into the top corner after 10 minutes. It was a just reward for the Rovers players who were playing some inventive football through the middle. Rovers went two in front midway through the first half when Andy Galvin, who was impressive throughout the game on the right hand side, put in a smashing cross for James Carty to nod home for his second. At this point Rovers were well on top and the Rovers defence were also snuffing out most Clonygowan attacks. The centre back pairing of Ed Finnerty and Billy Harvey were excellent trough the game with some tough and uncompromising tackling to keep the Clonygowan forwards at bay. However a bizarre moment on the stroke of half time gifted Clonygowan a way back into the game. Billy Harvey challenged for a ball on the edge of the box and was caught with a high kick from a Clonygowan forward, the players were involved in a scuffle and somehow a penalty to the away team was the end result. The penalty was put away and the sides went in at the break with Rovers leading 2 -1. Rovers picked up where they left off in the second half with Pat Tyrell in particular causing all sorts of trouble on the right wing, the Clonygowan full back had trouble dealing with his pace throughout the game. His brother Deano was operating in the middle of the park and had an excellent partnership going with Philip Evans that kept Rovers ticking over. Five minutes into the half it was a great through ball from the middle of the park that set JP O’Leary on his way toward goal , O’Leary was bearing down on goal only to be upended just has he was about to strike and the referee pointed straight to the spot. James Carty was the man who stepped up to the mark and smashed home for his hat trick. At this point Rovers were cruising and the full backs Pat Meehan and Andy Galvin were pushing on in support of the midfield as Rovers searched for another but the game changed midway through the second half for Rovers. A free kick was awarded outside the 18 yard box to Clonygowan. As the free was about to be taken Deano Tyrell was deemed to have encroached and was harshly awarded a second yellow card which signalled the end of his participation. It was long after before Clonygowan had got their second when the ball was fired home from close range despite the best effort of Pat Meehan and keeper Jimmy Keenehan to block it out. At this point Rovers manager Alan James introduced Jimmy O’Brien and Michael Connelly in an effort to keep Rovers fresh. But being a man down it was always going to be tough and the third goal came soon after when the Clonygowan forward picked up a spilled ball to fire home the equaliser. Ten minutes before the end Clonygowan went 4 – 3 up when a wicked deflection off Pat Meehan from a corner sailed beyond Jimmy Keenehan into the top of the net. Despite the goals Jimmy Keenehan can be glad of his performance as it could have been worse for Rovers after he pulled off two fantastic saves in either half. . With the game dwindling away at this stage Rover had to fight to get something out of it. The opportunity presented self with 10 minutes to go when Philip Evans fired in free kick from just inside the Rovers half for Derek Dolan to rise and head home an equaliser for Rovers. Rovers though they had done enough but there was one more twist in the game. The referee awarded a free down the right for Clonygowan, he allowed the indirect free to be taken without a whistle and Rovers were still asleep as the cross came in only to be met by a Clonygowan attacker who sent a loping heard into the top corner. This was a bitterly disappointing end to the game but Rovers will take heart from the performance and will look a some crucial decisions that denied them victory. This is a new Rovers team and there is no doubt of the talent in the squad but they are still in the process of gelling together as a unit.
Tullamore Rovers Management would like the following sponsors for their support in keeping the club running for the 2007/8 season – DeBruns Bar, Evans Cleaning Services, Carry Out off license, Michael Minnock Architectural Services, Esker Communications & Mex Car Cleaning Services
Tullamore Rovers : Jimmy Keenehan, Billy Harvey, Edwin Finnertty, Andy Galvin, Pat Meehan, Deano Tyrell, Phil Evans, Derek Dolan, Pat Tyrell, James Carty , JP O’Leary, Michael Connelly, Jimmy O’Brien, Seamus Halloran.
04 September 2007
Under-strength Rovers lose league opener
Clonaslee Utd 5, Tullamore Rovers 1.
A very under-strength Tullamore Rovers went down 5-1 to one of the league favourites Clonaslee Utd. With Rovers missing six first team players for this encounter it was always going to be an uphill struggle.
Being 4-0 down at half-time resulted in a number a substitutions being made. Rovers were a completely different team in the second half and played some great football but all was to late. A well worked goal for rovers, scored by new signing J.P O'Leary, showed just what rovers should be capable of on their day.
With a full strenght team expected for the first home game of the season against Cloneygowan hopefully Rovers will get a decent result.
Fingers crossed!!!
A very under-strength Tullamore Rovers went down 5-1 to one of the league favourites Clonaslee Utd. With Rovers missing six first team players for this encounter it was always going to be an uphill struggle.
Being 4-0 down at half-time resulted in a number a substitutions being made. Rovers were a completely different team in the second half and played some great football but all was to late. A well worked goal for rovers, scored by new signing J.P O'Leary, showed just what rovers should be capable of on their day.
With a full strenght team expected for the first home game of the season against Cloneygowan hopefully Rovers will get a decent result.
Fingers crossed!!!
15 August 2007
Training
Tullamore Rovers training has now moved back to our pitch in killeigh at 7 o'clock every tuesday and thursday.
We are due to play our first game of the CCFL season on sunday the 2nd of september. Tullamore Rovers are now in Division 3A of the CCFL.
We are due to play our first game of the CCFL season on sunday the 2nd of september. Tullamore Rovers are now in Division 3A of the CCFL.
11 July 2007
New CCFL website
The CCFL have almost completed work on the new league website www.ccfl.ie. You can get all the latest league information as well as rules and regulations etc. www.ccfl.ie
06 July 2007
Pre-season Training
Pre-season training officially starts on tuesday the 10th of July at 7pm in the tullamore harriers. Anyone interested in playing for Tullamore Rovers for the forthcoming season 2007-08 is more than welcome to come along this tuesday.
Having signed several new players and secured our pitch in killeigh for another year this promises to be an exciting year for rovers and will hopefully bring a bit of silverware to the club having narrowly missed out over the past couple of seasons.
Hopefully this time next year we will be celebrating a bit of silverware. Only time will tell.
Having signed several new players and secured our pitch in killeigh for another year this promises to be an exciting year for rovers and will hopefully bring a bit of silverware to the club having narrowly missed out over the past couple of seasons.
Hopefully this time next year we will be celebrating a bit of silverware. Only time will tell.
05 June 2007
11 May 2007
AGM Notice
Tullamore Rovers AGM will be held on Tuesday 15th May at 8pm in The Bridge House Tullamore.
Reports from outgoing officers and election of new committee will be heard.
The meeting is open to all.
Reports from outgoing officers and election of new committee will be heard.
The meeting is open to all.
10 May 2007
Player Awards 2006/7
Congratualtions to the following players on picking up this years awards:
Managers Player of the Season - Jarek Gazdecki
Managers Most Improved Player - Billy Harvey
Players Player of the Season 2006/7 - Deano Tyrell
Players Most Improved Player 2006/7 - Jimmy O'Brien
Goal of the Season 2006/7 - Brendan Kenny Vs Clonaslee
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Managers Player of the Season - Jarek Gazdecki
Managers Most Improved Player - Billy Harvey
Players Player of the Season 2006/7 - Deano Tyrell
Players Most Improved Player 2006/7 - Jimmy O'Brien
Goal of the Season 2006/7 - Brendan Kenny Vs Clonaslee
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25 April 2007
Tullamore Rovers Finish 3rd
Rovers Finish Third
Abbeyleix Athletic B 2, Tullamore Rovers 1.
Tullamore Rovers finished off the season with a defeat but they should have come away with all three points after their encounter with now Division 4A Champions Abbeyleix Athletic B. The Rovers players must have been still in bed for the first ten minutes of this encounter as the hosts managed to convert two early goals that should never had been. Despite that set back Rovers came more into the game as the half wore on with Pat Tyrell causing plenty of trouble on the right hand side. It was Pat Tyrell who got the Rovers goal twelve minutes before the break after he was fed through by Derek Dolan. Tyrell skipped by two defending and slotted past the out coming keeper from just inside the box. Rovers continued to press with Phil Evans dominating the middle and Mick Kilmartin pooping up on the left to create a number of good moves for the Tullamore side. It was the final killer pass that was missing form Rovers play that should have turned the possession into goals. The Tullamore lads continued to press through the second half despite the loss of Ronan Heffernan to injury. His replacement Mick Delany put in an excellent shift and caused havoc in the home team box every time the ball managed to reach him. His strike partner Brendan Kenny was also causing problems and was unlucky you to get on the score sheet when his shot, following a defensive mix up, was cleared off the line. Billy Harvey and John Healy joined the attacks as they tried desperately for an equalizer, this allowed Mick Kilmartin to move into more space and his running was a good feature of Rovers play as usual. Rovers had two good calls for a penalty tuned down after both Delaney and Dolan seemed to be pushed over in the box on separate occasions, considering it was the last game of the season the referee was happy to let such incidents go. As Rovers pressed it allowed Abbeyleix to hit them on the break and some good tracking from Jimmy O’Brien in the final 10 minutes denied Abbeyleix that all important third goal. Despite conceding twice Jimmy Keenahan recovered well in goal and he pulled off a great save as he scrambled to his left hand post ten minutes before the end to deny the home team. The Abbeyleix right winger was having a good battle with John Healy and Healy will be de delighted to have kept him quiet for most of the game. It was John Healy last game for Tullamore Rovers and he despite the result he will delighted with his performance as he managed to cut through the Abbeyleix team with two great runs late in the second half that were unlucky not to lead to a goal. At this stage manger Lar Byrne sent defender Ian Harvey up front to make a three man attack in attack in search of the elusive goal. Harvey did well but unfortunately time ran out for Rovers. A third place finish wasn’t a bad outcome for Rovers who had been promoted the previous year. They team will look back on some dropped pints earlier in the season as a couple more points would have gaurenteed promotion.
Tullamore Rovers would like o thank Joe Lees Bar on Church Street, De Bruns on Patrick St., Ted & Keith Garry for the pitch in Killeigh which was excellently maintained throughout the year. The management and team would like to thank John Healy for his contribution to the team over the past two years and wish him well in the future.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Billy Harvey, Jimmy O’Brien, Ian Harvey, John Healy, Ronan Heffernan, Phil Evans, Mick Kilmartin, Derek Dolan, Pat Tyrell, Brendan Kenny, Mick Delaney.
Abbeyleix Athletic B 2, Tullamore Rovers 1.
Tullamore Rovers finished off the season with a defeat but they should have come away with all three points after their encounter with now Division 4A Champions Abbeyleix Athletic B. The Rovers players must have been still in bed for the first ten minutes of this encounter as the hosts managed to convert two early goals that should never had been. Despite that set back Rovers came more into the game as the half wore on with Pat Tyrell causing plenty of trouble on the right hand side. It was Pat Tyrell who got the Rovers goal twelve minutes before the break after he was fed through by Derek Dolan. Tyrell skipped by two defending and slotted past the out coming keeper from just inside the box. Rovers continued to press with Phil Evans dominating the middle and Mick Kilmartin pooping up on the left to create a number of good moves for the Tullamore side. It was the final killer pass that was missing form Rovers play that should have turned the possession into goals. The Tullamore lads continued to press through the second half despite the loss of Ronan Heffernan to injury. His replacement Mick Delany put in an excellent shift and caused havoc in the home team box every time the ball managed to reach him. His strike partner Brendan Kenny was also causing problems and was unlucky you to get on the score sheet when his shot, following a defensive mix up, was cleared off the line. Billy Harvey and John Healy joined the attacks as they tried desperately for an equalizer, this allowed Mick Kilmartin to move into more space and his running was a good feature of Rovers play as usual. Rovers had two good calls for a penalty tuned down after both Delaney and Dolan seemed to be pushed over in the box on separate occasions, considering it was the last game of the season the referee was happy to let such incidents go. As Rovers pressed it allowed Abbeyleix to hit them on the break and some good tracking from Jimmy O’Brien in the final 10 minutes denied Abbeyleix that all important third goal. Despite conceding twice Jimmy Keenahan recovered well in goal and he pulled off a great save as he scrambled to his left hand post ten minutes before the end to deny the home team. The Abbeyleix right winger was having a good battle with John Healy and Healy will be de delighted to have kept him quiet for most of the game. It was John Healy last game for Tullamore Rovers and he despite the result he will delighted with his performance as he managed to cut through the Abbeyleix team with two great runs late in the second half that were unlucky not to lead to a goal. At this stage manger Lar Byrne sent defender Ian Harvey up front to make a three man attack in attack in search of the elusive goal. Harvey did well but unfortunately time ran out for Rovers. A third place finish wasn’t a bad outcome for Rovers who had been promoted the previous year. They team will look back on some dropped pints earlier in the season as a couple more points would have gaurenteed promotion.
Tullamore Rovers would like o thank Joe Lees Bar on Church Street, De Bruns on Patrick St., Ted & Keith Garry for the pitch in Killeigh which was excellently maintained throughout the year. The management and team would like to thank John Healy for his contribution to the team over the past two years and wish him well in the future.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Billy Harvey, Jimmy O’Brien, Ian Harvey, John Healy, Ronan Heffernan, Phil Evans, Mick Kilmartin, Derek Dolan, Pat Tyrell, Brendan Kenny, Mick Delaney.
06 March 2007
Tullamore Rovers Race Night & Awards Presentation
Tullamore Rovers Race Night & Awards Presentation will take place on Friday 30th March in DeBruns Bar.
Players will be given three cards to sell (€30 each) for the night.
The awards will follow the race night and their will be entertainment afterwards.
Players will be given three cards to sell (€30 each) for the night.
The awards will follow the race night and their will be entertainment afterwards.
Club Notes 8th March 2007
Rovers went down to Clonalsee C despite taking a first half lead through Brendan Kenny. Rovers played the entirity of the match with 10 men.
The result of this game is currently under dispute as Tullamore Rovers have lodged a complaint with the C.C.F.L. as Clonaslee fielded a number of first team players in their line up. A decision is due next week.
Other Notes.
Deano Tyrell starts a three week suspension this week following straight red card in the away game at Portlaoise.
Next Fixture:
Last weekends cancelled fixture against Clonminan will now take place this Sunday 11th March at Ballfin college. Players meet in O'Conner Sq. at 9.30am.
The result of this game is currently under dispute as Tullamore Rovers have lodged a complaint with the C.C.F.L. as Clonaslee fielded a number of first team players in their line up. A decision is due next week.
Other Notes.
Deano Tyrell starts a three week suspension this week following straight red card in the away game at Portlaoise.
Next Fixture:
Last weekends cancelled fixture against Clonminan will now take place this Sunday 11th March at Ballfin college. Players meet in O'Conner Sq. at 9.30am.
19 February 2007
Latest League Table & Fixtures
Fixtures 25/2/07
Division 4A
Midlands Celtic v Round Tower Rvs; St Fintans Portlaoise; A.Lynch
Tullamore Rvs v Clonaslee Utd C; Fentor Park Tullamore; J.McCrossan
Abbeyleix Ath B v Portlaoise C; OFF
Idle: Hayward Celtic, Raheen.
Tullamore Rovers 1, Abbeyleix Athletic B 2.
CCFL Division 4A
Tullamore Rovers 1, Abbeyleix Athletic B 2.
Tullamore Rovers went down to fellow promotion contenders Abbeyleix in an entertaining game in Killeigh on Sunday. Rovers were excellent in the first half and looked to be on their way to a victory when Jarek Gazdecki latched onto a breaking ball in the box to fire home from ten yards midway through the first half. Rover’s failure to add to the lead was their downfall and a more spirited Abbeyleix team emerged for the second half and scored within two minutes of the restart. The goal knocked Rovers confidence and ten minutes later the home side went to sleep again to let in Abbeyleix for a second goal. Both Abbeyleix goals came within and fifteen minute spell and that was the only period of dominance the away side had, the difference between the sides was that Abbeyleix took advantage of their dominance while despite Rovers taking control of the game again midway through second half they failed to find any clear cut chances. The result puts a dent in the Tullamore sides promotion hopes but they are by no means out of the hunt and a victory against Clonalsee C at home next Sunday will keep them fighting.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Deano Tyrell, Ian Harvey, Billy Harvey, John Healy, Phil Evans, Derek Dolan, Paul McDonald, Jarek Gazdecki, Pat Tyrell, Mick Kilmartin, Brendan Kenny, Marcin Kaczmarczyk and Jimmy O’Brien.
Tullamore Rovers 1, Abbeyleix Athletic B 2.
Tullamore Rovers went down to fellow promotion contenders Abbeyleix in an entertaining game in Killeigh on Sunday. Rovers were excellent in the first half and looked to be on their way to a victory when Jarek Gazdecki latched onto a breaking ball in the box to fire home from ten yards midway through the first half. Rover’s failure to add to the lead was their downfall and a more spirited Abbeyleix team emerged for the second half and scored within two minutes of the restart. The goal knocked Rovers confidence and ten minutes later the home side went to sleep again to let in Abbeyleix for a second goal. Both Abbeyleix goals came within and fifteen minute spell and that was the only period of dominance the away side had, the difference between the sides was that Abbeyleix took advantage of their dominance while despite Rovers taking control of the game again midway through second half they failed to find any clear cut chances. The result puts a dent in the Tullamore sides promotion hopes but they are by no means out of the hunt and a victory against Clonalsee C at home next Sunday will keep them fighting.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Deano Tyrell, Ian Harvey, Billy Harvey, John Healy, Phil Evans, Derek Dolan, Paul McDonald, Jarek Gazdecki, Pat Tyrell, Mick Kilmartin, Brendan Kenny, Marcin Kaczmarczyk and Jimmy O’Brien.
10 February 2007
TRASHED - Out of the John Farrell Cup
Melville United 6, Tullamore Rovers 0.
Well, what can ya say? It's hard to say anything good about this mauling, fair enough we are Division 4 and they are division 1, and we played the second half with only ten men. Yep, ten men against a Division 1 side as only the bear 11 actually bothered their holes to turn up. Add the lack of numbers at training to this and it wasn't exactly good preparation to face such a good side so let’s hope its serves as a wake up call. Nuff said about this one, consigned to the history books.
Well, what can ya say? It's hard to say anything good about this mauling, fair enough we are Division 4 and they are division 1, and we played the second half with only ten men. Yep, ten men against a Division 1 side as only the bear 11 actually bothered their holes to turn up. Add the lack of numbers at training to this and it wasn't exactly good preparation to face such a good side so let’s hope its serves as a wake up call. Nuff said about this one, consigned to the history books.
29 January 2007
Portlaoise C 0, Tullamore Rovers 1.
CCFL Division 4A
Portlaoise C 0, Tullamore Rovers 1.
28th Jan 2007
Tullamore Rovers kept the pressure on at the top of the table with a hard fourth victory in Portlaoise. The win proved to be even more vital as news came through that table topper Heyward Celtic had lost to Clonaslee C. This now means that Rovers are 4 points away from top spot with a game in hand. Rover’s resilience was tested to the limit in this game as they were forced to play the final 15 minutes without team captain Deano Tyrell who was sent off harshly for two supposed late tackles, there was debate at whether the first should have even been deemed a free kick. It was unfortunate for Tyrell who was a having a great game at the centre of defence with man of the match Ian Harvey who barely but a foot wrong. The first half was very tight with very little room and a lack of any clear cut chances at both ends. The closest Rovers came to breaking the deadlock was a free kick from Ian Harvey that clipped the top of the cross bar while at the other end Portlaoise had one good chance but the centre forward skewed his shot wide form 10 yards. Brendan Kenny and Mick Kilmartin lead Rovers and were full of running and did well with the few quality balls they did receive. Phil Evans and Paul McDonald were strong in the midfield and both were particularly dominant in the air through the game. Clive Evans took the chance at half time to shake up the Rovers formation and went all out for the win pushing Brendan Kenny up front and switching Derek Dolan to the left wing. Rovers certainly were more attack minded in the second half and were beginning to look dangerous on the break with Pat Tyrell causing plenty of problems on the right with his surging runs. Rovers could have took the lead on 60 minutes when Billy Harvey was desperately unlucky to see his shot from just inside the box miss to the right, a goal for Billy would have toped and impressive performance. On the right John Healy and Derek Dolan were linking up well and did well defensively once Rovers went down to 10 men. The game changed with the sending off as Rovers ironically began to play their best football. Jimmy O’Brien was introduced to sure up the defence and he did brilliantly under allot of pressure during the last 15 minutes. Rovers used the loss of the man to their advantage as they sat back and began to work the ball out on quick counters attacks. The runs of Pat Tyrell on the right lead to a number of corners that kept the ball in the Portlaoise half. The goal came 10 minutes from time when Paul McDonald fired in the cross that deceived the goalkeeper and went straight into the Portlaoise goal. From that moment on Tullamore worked tirelessly getting tackles in and moving the ball out quick to ensure another vital three points in their title challenge. Rovers can also thank their keeper Jimmy Keenehan who was fantastic throughout the second have making two great saves, one from a one on one with the Portlaoise centre forward. That’s two clean sheets on the trot for Keenehan and Tullamore Rovers. Rovers are away in the cup next Sunday to Division 1 opposition Melville Utd. in Athlone.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Billy Harvey, Deano Tyrell, Ian Harvey, John Healy, Derek Dolan, Phil Evans, Paul McDonald, Pat Tyrell, Mick Kilmartin, Brendan Kenny, Jimmy O’Brien.
Portlaoise C 0, Tullamore Rovers 1.
28th Jan 2007
Tullamore Rovers kept the pressure on at the top of the table with a hard fourth victory in Portlaoise. The win proved to be even more vital as news came through that table topper Heyward Celtic had lost to Clonaslee C. This now means that Rovers are 4 points away from top spot with a game in hand. Rover’s resilience was tested to the limit in this game as they were forced to play the final 15 minutes without team captain Deano Tyrell who was sent off harshly for two supposed late tackles, there was debate at whether the first should have even been deemed a free kick. It was unfortunate for Tyrell who was a having a great game at the centre of defence with man of the match Ian Harvey who barely but a foot wrong. The first half was very tight with very little room and a lack of any clear cut chances at both ends. The closest Rovers came to breaking the deadlock was a free kick from Ian Harvey that clipped the top of the cross bar while at the other end Portlaoise had one good chance but the centre forward skewed his shot wide form 10 yards. Brendan Kenny and Mick Kilmartin lead Rovers and were full of running and did well with the few quality balls they did receive. Phil Evans and Paul McDonald were strong in the midfield and both were particularly dominant in the air through the game. Clive Evans took the chance at half time to shake up the Rovers formation and went all out for the win pushing Brendan Kenny up front and switching Derek Dolan to the left wing. Rovers certainly were more attack minded in the second half and were beginning to look dangerous on the break with Pat Tyrell causing plenty of problems on the right with his surging runs. Rovers could have took the lead on 60 minutes when Billy Harvey was desperately unlucky to see his shot from just inside the box miss to the right, a goal for Billy would have toped and impressive performance. On the right John Healy and Derek Dolan were linking up well and did well defensively once Rovers went down to 10 men. The game changed with the sending off as Rovers ironically began to play their best football. Jimmy O’Brien was introduced to sure up the defence and he did brilliantly under allot of pressure during the last 15 minutes. Rovers used the loss of the man to their advantage as they sat back and began to work the ball out on quick counters attacks. The runs of Pat Tyrell on the right lead to a number of corners that kept the ball in the Portlaoise half. The goal came 10 minutes from time when Paul McDonald fired in the cross that deceived the goalkeeper and went straight into the Portlaoise goal. From that moment on Tullamore worked tirelessly getting tackles in and moving the ball out quick to ensure another vital three points in their title challenge. Rovers can also thank their keeper Jimmy Keenehan who was fantastic throughout the second have making two great saves, one from a one on one with the Portlaoise centre forward. That’s two clean sheets on the trot for Keenehan and Tullamore Rovers. Rovers are away in the cup next Sunday to Division 1 opposition Melville Utd. in Athlone.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Billy Harvey, Deano Tyrell, Ian Harvey, John Healy, Derek Dolan, Phil Evans, Paul McDonald, Pat Tyrell, Mick Kilmartin, Brendan Kenny, Jimmy O’Brien.
Team Picture
Team Photo
15th October 2006
Tullamore Rovers Vs Clonminan Rovers
Back Row (L to R) Manager Lar Byrne, John Healy, Brian Cosgrove, Jimmy Keenehan, Jimmy O'Brien, Jarek Gazdecki, Paul McDonald, Pawet Polak, Phil Evans, Mick Kilmartin.
Front Row (L to R) Mark Lennon, Brendan Kenny, Billy Harvey, Ian Harvey, Derek Dolan, Marcin Kaczmarczyk, Mick Delaney
Ian Harvey
Derek Dolan
Billy Harvey
Jimmy O'Brien
Paul McDonald
15th October 2006
Tullamore Rovers Vs Clonminan Rovers
Back Row (L to R) Manager Lar Byrne, John Healy, Brian Cosgrove, Jimmy Keenehan, Jimmy O'Brien, Jarek Gazdecki, Paul McDonald, Pawet Polak, Phil Evans, Mick Kilmartin.
Front Row (L to R) Mark Lennon, Brendan Kenny, Billy Harvey, Ian Harvey, Derek Dolan, Marcin Kaczmarczyk, Mick Delaney
Ian Harvey
Derek Dolan
Billy Harvey
Jimmy O'Brien
Paul McDonald
08 January 2007
Raheen 0, Tullamore Rovers 4.
CCFL Division 4A
Rovers Hit Four
Raheen 0, Tullamore Rovers 4.
The restart of the league campaign after the Christmas break is always tough but add wind, rain and a heavy pitch and things are even tougher. Tullamore Rovers managed to overcome the elements away to Raheen on Sunday to record an impressive victory that keeps them in the hunt at the top of the table. Rovers started very brightly with some good football considering the conditions and took the lead on five minutes after winning a free on the edge of the box. Paul McDonald struck the resulting free which wasn’t dealt with by the keeper who managed to fumble the ball behind the line to give Rovers the lead. Rovers probed continually through the first half looking for a second but their best efforts came from long range with the Raheen keeper not being tested apart from one good save to deny McDonald from another free kick. The Rovers defence looked very comfortable throughout the game with Jimmy O’Brien and Deano Tyrell in great form the centre. Both central defenders kept their concentration throughout and denied the home team any clear cut opportunities. Billy Harvey was in the thick of the action as usual and he stopped anything coming down the right as well as offering support to Brendan Kenny going forward. John Healy was equally impressive on the left and made some good runs from the defence during the first half. The second half was much better for Rovers in attack as the midfield ventured forward with more purpose and following a good move down the right Mick Kilmartin fired in a cross that Jarek Gazdecki struck home with a diving header from the centre of the box. Rovers continued to press forward but were tested at the back also, twice the home side won free kicks in dangerous positions but some excellent goalkeeping on both occasions by Jimmy Keenahan kept the clean sheet. John Healy went close for Rovers with an excellent lopping shot the just dipped over the bar and Phil Evans had a long range effort the just missed to the left. Evans was at the centre of things again moments later as he started a move in the middle that ended up with Gazdecki firing home his second from the right hand side with a low drive in to the back of the net. Straight from the restart the game was finished off and Derek Dolan hit a long ball into the corner for Gazdecki to chase after. He won a free kick just on the edge of the box on the right hand side. Mick Kilmartin stepped up to take it and he rifled a powerful shot that deflected off the Raheen defender and straight into the net to seal and comprehensive victory for the Tullamore side. Lar Byrne’s side are still in with a good chance of promotion if they keep up this form but they will have to work hard as rivals Heyward Celtic picked up another victory to keep them top of the table. Next up for Tullamore Rovers is a home game against Abbeyliex Athletic next Sunday.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Billy Harvey, Jimmy O’Brien, Deano Tyrell, John Healy, Derek Dolan, Phil Evans, Paul McDonald, Jarek Gazdecki, Brendan Kenny, Mick Kilmartin.
Tullamore Rovers would like to thanks Joe Lees Bar on Church Street for Sponsorship. The management would also like to thank the Garry’s in Fentor and DeBruns. All reports available at www.tullamorerovers.blogspot.com
Rovers Hit Four
Raheen 0, Tullamore Rovers 4.
The restart of the league campaign after the Christmas break is always tough but add wind, rain and a heavy pitch and things are even tougher. Tullamore Rovers managed to overcome the elements away to Raheen on Sunday to record an impressive victory that keeps them in the hunt at the top of the table. Rovers started very brightly with some good football considering the conditions and took the lead on five minutes after winning a free on the edge of the box. Paul McDonald struck the resulting free which wasn’t dealt with by the keeper who managed to fumble the ball behind the line to give Rovers the lead. Rovers probed continually through the first half looking for a second but their best efforts came from long range with the Raheen keeper not being tested apart from one good save to deny McDonald from another free kick. The Rovers defence looked very comfortable throughout the game with Jimmy O’Brien and Deano Tyrell in great form the centre. Both central defenders kept their concentration throughout and denied the home team any clear cut opportunities. Billy Harvey was in the thick of the action as usual and he stopped anything coming down the right as well as offering support to Brendan Kenny going forward. John Healy was equally impressive on the left and made some good runs from the defence during the first half. The second half was much better for Rovers in attack as the midfield ventured forward with more purpose and following a good move down the right Mick Kilmartin fired in a cross that Jarek Gazdecki struck home with a diving header from the centre of the box. Rovers continued to press forward but were tested at the back also, twice the home side won free kicks in dangerous positions but some excellent goalkeeping on both occasions by Jimmy Keenahan kept the clean sheet. John Healy went close for Rovers with an excellent lopping shot the just dipped over the bar and Phil Evans had a long range effort the just missed to the left. Evans was at the centre of things again moments later as he started a move in the middle that ended up with Gazdecki firing home his second from the right hand side with a low drive in to the back of the net. Straight from the restart the game was finished off and Derek Dolan hit a long ball into the corner for Gazdecki to chase after. He won a free kick just on the edge of the box on the right hand side. Mick Kilmartin stepped up to take it and he rifled a powerful shot that deflected off the Raheen defender and straight into the net to seal and comprehensive victory for the Tullamore side. Lar Byrne’s side are still in with a good chance of promotion if they keep up this form but they will have to work hard as rivals Heyward Celtic picked up another victory to keep them top of the table. Next up for Tullamore Rovers is a home game against Abbeyliex Athletic next Sunday.
Tullamore Rovers: Jimmy Keenehan, Billy Harvey, Jimmy O’Brien, Deano Tyrell, John Healy, Derek Dolan, Phil Evans, Paul McDonald, Jarek Gazdecki, Brendan Kenny, Mick Kilmartin.
Tullamore Rovers would like to thanks Joe Lees Bar on Church Street for Sponsorship. The management would also like to thank the Garry’s in Fentor and DeBruns. All reports available at www.tullamorerovers.blogspot.com
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