U11

This was our second match out into the New Year and we knew we had to perform better in the very difficult conditions - wet, slippery underfoot and very mucky. It was a challenge none the less as we only managed a draw on this pitch earlier in the season.

As league leaders we came into this fixture with a lot of confidence having dispatched of Bagenalstown (our nearest rivals!) 4 - 1 the previous week.

The match started at a great pace with Corey Kelliher, Darragh O'Donoghue and Conor Duffy taking control around the middle of the park. Our attacking play allowed Jamie Cooper to take early ball and shoot at range, putting Slaney on the back foot

The breakthrough eventually came mid-way through the first half with a fine passage of play between Cory on the left, finding Darragh up the middle and Jamie out right to slot home from midrange (1 - 0)

The second half saw Lorcan Doyle control the match from midfield/half-back positions setting the tone for the players up front. Timely substitutes made a big difference especially Sean Mc Grath in the backs, thus allowing Adam Deacon push forward with great effect. Our counter-attacking play was working well throughout with several opportunities from Jamie, Darragh and Corey either saved or just wide.

We were rewarded for all our pressure when Lorcan sent Adam forward to find Corey - again slotting home from midrange giving the goalkeeper no chance (2 - 0).

Best Players: Adam Deacon, Darragh O' Donoghue, Cormac Kinsella and Sean McGrath.

Goalscorers: Jamie Cooper & Corey Kelliher (vice-captains).

Wonderful, wonderful match with soccer the real winner.

(Table-topping fixture!) As this was the first game back after the festive holidays, and also due to the fact that Bagenalstown were the only team to defeat us (away fixture) last season - this indeed was a very important match to set us up for the remainder of the year!

Again we set ourselves up in an attacking formation initially in order to put the opposition under pressure with our attacking interplay. As this is our particular strength it worked brilliantly with a few positional changes i.e Adam Deacon employed centre back and Conor Duffy centre midfield securing ball and counter-attacking at every opportunity.

The ever reliant Corey Kelliher, Darragh O'Donoghue and Jamie Cooper (partnerships) making up the attacking unit the envy of any team. However, it was our solid defense in the form of Stephen Carroll, Jake Somers and Lorcan Doyle that allowed us to win quick ball around the middle of the pitch and launch our attacks.

One particular passage of play started from a Lorcan intercept from where he found Corey on the left wing; Corey drove passed two defenders to shoot a long-range effort off the underside of the crossbar and come perilously close only for Jamie Cooper (capt.) to finish the job (1 - 0). At this stage we pushed up on every oppositions kick-out to win early ball to supply our wingers - namely Darragh O'Donoghue and Corey. Again Adam Deacon was employed at the half-back line to compliment the midfielders at every opportunity with his good ball control and big presence in the centre of defense.

We began to work on our medium to long range passing game up the centre as Conor Duffy played a great part in tracking and collecting loose ball. This led directly to the second goal - from where Conor played Darragh through only to find Jamie in space with a defender and goalie to beat (2 - 0). Half time

Even before the break we could afford to make several substitutions with great effect - most especially as Eoghan Murphy and Sean Mc Grath played their part in both good defending firstly and counter-attacking up the middle secondly. 

A couple of positional switches again at the break led to another great early goal as Corey, Darragh and Cormac Kinsella's interplay and passing game opened up the defense for Jamie to slot home his third goal of the match (3 - 0). Another two subs were introduced early in the second half - namely Adam Connolly and new recruit Dylan Moran; their job was to intercept the oppositions passes and find a team member to launch any attacks, which they did brilliantly.

Against the run of play Bagenalstown pushed numbers forward and found the net after a missed defensive header (3 - 1). Immediately we responded from an excellently placed kickout by Sam Hogan (GK) to the right wing where Lorcan took control and passed to Corey from where he passed through to Jamie - at this stage Jamie had two defenders to beat and goalkeeper. He took on both defenders right, switched to his favoured left foot from medium/long range and slotted expertly wrongly footing the goalkeeper (4 - 1).

We learned today how to play aggressively yet in control while under pressure, skillfully yet ball to feet, and very well positioned in defense to play our own style of counter-attacking play.

Joint man of the match: Corey Kelliher & Jamie Cooper (capt.).

Best players for Burrin Celtic: Adam Deacon, Stephen Carroll, Conor Duffy, Darragh O'Donoghue & Sean McGrath.

As it was our last match of the year (2012), and also due to the fact that we, at long last, had a home fixture after 'four' consecutive away matches we wanted a big win - to set up the New Year in style!

We knew we had another big display in us and accordingly we set up to control the middle of the pitch to launch our attacks. This worked brilliantly as we scored inside the first two minutes. A wonderful passage of inter-play between Darragh O'Donoghue on the right wing crossing to Corey Kelliher on the left wing, and finding Jamie Cooper through the gap to slot home up front as ever (1 - 0).

We pressed at every opportunity finding our range and passing quite well at this early stage of the match. The pitch conditions however weren't perfect as several passes were held up in some wet patches. Despite this we were in control throughout the first 15 minutes, easing past our opponents at will. Conor Duffy again put in a good display both centrally in the midfield area as well as right half back. To compliment our quick ball from the defense Adam Deacon started from the half-back line in an area he excelled at due to his very good ball control and passing.

Several timely substitutions were made throughout the first-half with Jason Kelly, Cormac Kinsella and Sean Mc Grath introduced to play counter-attacking football with great displays. Our second goal came as a direct result of forward attacking play, with Conor again in possession, finding Darragh on the right wing, from where he took on and passed two players, only to find Corey on the left side of attack. Corey also took on two defenders at ease only to find Jamie at the far post to slot home his second of the match (2 - 0).

As we edged forward we were caught short ourselves at the back following a quick passing movement by St. Pat's; leaving a one-on-one with Stephen Carroll and Sam Hogan (GK). We got back to a defensive position but a low, hard shot beat our keeper (2 - 1). Half time

Again we regrouped made more timely substitutions and positional changes. At the start of the second half we again pressed hard to put the game out of reach from our opponents. At this stage Corey, Conor and Lorcan Doyle were controlling the middle of the pitch and finding great range with their passing. Stephen Carroll was also repositioned to centre of midfield and launched a number of great long-range shots, putting Pat's keeper under more pressure. Winning kick-out ball was another strength from which we counter-attacked with Stephen and Corey working well together alongside Darragh which inevitably led to our third goal. From our possession in the middle half of the pitch Jamie took control of a pass from Cormac from where he used his excellent pace to take on two defenders with only the keeper to beat - he slotted home in style to make it another hat-trick (3 - 1), this was Jamie's 25th goal of the season!!

All the time we introduced numerous substitutes with great effect - as Dylan, Jason, Adam Connolly and again Sean Mc Grath showed great spirit and fight especially in the backs and midfield area. Jake Somers was solid in defense as ever with great passing to feet for our wingers and attacking players. As a direct result of his intercept he found Corey up the left wing, Corey found Cormac in the middle of half-forward and from there Cormac attacked and found the net at the second time of asking (4 - 1).

St. Pat's put numbers forward with their midfielders with good effect, as we pressed. They caught us on the counter-attack and took a well earned shot to the top left corner (4 - 2). Our kick-out play again was very satisfactory by Sam as he found our attackers at every opportunity.

All in all we finished our last match in a very comfortable position as we again added another 2 goal cushion to our goal difference at top of the table. Equal on points with New Oak.

As we excel in our attacking play & formations (as a unit) we will continue to work even harder on our defensive set up to ensure we maintain a gap between us and the rest, whilst keeping our momentum into another exciting year in 2013.

Man of the match: Jamie Cooper.

Best players for Burrin Celtic: Adam Deacon, Corey Kelliher, Conor Duffy, Darragh O'Donoghue & Sean McGrath.

We knew in advance that this indeed would be our most difficult test of the season - away to New Oak. At the same time we were looking forward to the test - as we fear nobody. It was slightly delayed due to heavy frost and indeed the earlier scheduled match was cancelled.

We set ourselves up somewhat defensively to begin with and held our own for long periods of the opening transitions of play. Darragh O'Donoghue & Cormac Kinsella especially getting in good tackles whilst also counter-attacking. As New Oak attacked in numbers it opened up a few mini gaps which we dealt with quite well.

Midway through the first half the opposition got their passing game going and found gaps too easily through the half-back line. We countered by bringing in Conor Duffy to defend deeper and attack at will - he did this very wel and released a bit of pressure. However New Oak now ran at the defense at the full-backs with greater results finding the net from a close range shot (1 - 0).

On instruction, as New Oak were getting the upper hand in midfield through one of their most imposing players, Sam Hogan (GK) found our runners brilliantly to set up several attacks from his kick-outs. Corey Kelliher, Conor and Darragh benefiting mostly from early ball and great counter-attacking play. Jamie Cooper got on the ball only to be forced out to the wings on a few occasions.

We were now in the ascendancy with great interplay between Lorcan Doyle, Darragh & Corey - only to open up the New Oak defense once again - as Corey shot around three defenders for Jamie to slot in across the line (1 - 1); a timely and much deserved goal.

As we were in attack mode the opposition got a break away for Adam Deacon to intercept brilliantly - pushing it out for a corner. From the resulting corner they converted directly (2 - 1). Half-Time

We knew we had to push for at least one more goal to either level it up or indeed take the win. With this in mind we set up more attack minded bringing in more subs, namely Eoghan Murphy - doing a good job of attacking at will whilst also tackling back if dispossessed.

Conor Duffy, Stephen Carroll and Corey Kelliher were all more involved for long periods of the second half especially around midfield and half-forward. Alas this did not result in a goal however as New Oaks physicality showed in keeping us at bay on numerous occasions. However we did manage a clean sheet in the second half duo to fine saves from Sam and good tackling from Sean Mc Grath and Adam Connolly.

For all our possession in the second half and appeals for frees and a penalty (denied); I think a draw would of being a more deserving result. Alas, to play away from home and put in a performance was what we aimed to do. As a team, we learned and gelled somewhat better after this team performance. More for us to work on!! (We still remain top of the league on goal difference!)

Best players for Burrin Celtic: Sam Hogan, Adam Deacon, Lorcan Doyle & Darragh O'Donoghue.

The conditions were very poor to start with added to the fact that two other games were played ahead of us meant the pitch was in a very poor state and perhaps therefore should not have been played.

Alas we knew from the start that our normal flowing, fast style of play was not exactly going to work in such mucky and wet ground - under foot. Therefore we found ourselves in a bit of a battle for possession from the start especially up the middle.

We set ourselves up to try win the battle in the middle of the pitch - through Corey Kelliher, Darragh O'Donoghue (Capt.) and Conor Duffy -  but with little return as both our wing players did not get on the ball fast enough. As the ball was getting stuck due to excess mud we could not release Jamie Cooper or Cormac Kinsella into space fast enough.

We swapped positions, Stephen Carroll for Lorcan Doyle on a few occasions to give us depth and this worked on a couple of occasions - thus releasing Jamie and Darragh for a few shots on target. At this stage midway through the first half we were resigned to long range shots with a number of corners resulting.

Slaney had a few great shots saved by Sam Hogan (man of the match performance!) as they pressed hard and fast with big numbers on the ball.

Due to this pressure we resorted to also pulling into the backline two play makers in Conor and Cormac. This worked to good effect but again this did not allow us enough firepower going forward almost isolating Jamie and having Darragh and Corey in support. (0 - 0) Half-time

At the start of the second half and with a bit of a slope in our favour, we knew early ball was vital to deciding this fixture. As a result a few key positional switches, Conor and Darragh (centre mid and half-forward) respectively, played into our hands and thus early direct ball worked very well but again as we threatened we could only get off mid-range shots.

Another change was needed and this was a defining moment as the team were instructed that all ball possession was to be driven to both wings (no mud and slightly dryer!) - from there Darragh and Corey did brilliantly to gain majority of ball  possession and Jamie was fed earlier with direct ball to foot. This resulted in a Burrin goal half way through the second half (0 - 1) - Corey's pass to Darragh which found Jamie on 18 yard box to switch to left footed shot to bottom left hand corner of the Slaney net beating two defenders and goal keeper.

However Slaney never gave up and found room several times up the left wing for well struck shots - saved by Sam, and a few corners needed to be defended. Again the opposition threw numbers up and this worked well for them resulting in a well struck mid-range shot (1 - 1).

At this stage of the match our defenders closed out brilliantly as Adam Deacon, Jake Somers and Stephen Carroll tackled well and set up attacks from this possession. We were unfortunate not to come away with a win as on several occasions the ball went beyond defenders and keeper to only get held up by the mud! Alas we remain undefeated this season with a very hefty goal difference.

As a team we are still learning and key positional changes, timely intercepts and ball retention remain important aspects in our continued development.

Man of the match: Sam Hogan.

Best players for Burrin Celtic: Adam Deacon, Jamie Cooper, Jake Somers & Darragh O'Donoghue.

This was always going to be a tough encounter away again for the third time this season.

The opposition set up very defensively and kept us out for long periods early in the first half. Their main aim was to get us on the counter-attack. Wise to this we set up somewhat cautiously ourselves not allowing too many forward initially. However the changes we made after 10 minutes i.e letting Conor Duffy loose around the middle of the park working closely with Corey Kelliher immediately paid dividends with Jamie Cooper receiving a Corey pass from midfield to the right side of attack. Jamie as ever used his lightning speed to attack both defenders and get first to the ball slotting home from close range underneath the keeper for a well deserved lead (0 - 1). Wonderful start as Parkville panicked a bit and we settled into our normal routine. 

However, at every opportunity the opposition did make numerous breaks through the middle of our defense only to be denied by our stand-in goalkeeper Darragh O'Donoghue - time and time again. As Darragh made some great saves it allowed us time to take charge of both wings because of Darragh's well placed passes from hand leading to our counter-attacking play from Conor, Lorcan Doyle and Corey. As we pressed hard and began crossing some good ball, Conor Duffy was very well positioned to slot home from close range with power (0 - 2). This was again very well timed as Parkville were pouring on the pressure with no score to show for their efforts.

At this stage we put an extra defender into the middle of our half back line with some much needed results. Also we were forced to make substitutions and positional changes - due to injuries and poorly timed tackles by the opposition. They eventually did score, however it was a badly deflected pass from the wing which caught out our keeper (1 - 2). We gathered ourselves yet again and pressed forward with Jamie, Eoghan Murphy and Conor Duffy forming the attacking unit with good passages of play - keeping the opposition in their half for the remaining few minutes. Half time

We swapped keeper jersey from Darragh to Stephen Carroll due to injury. This worked brilliantly as Stephen played fantastic stuff whilst Darragh injected that spark we were missing in the first half. This resulted in a very quick response by Darragh when he pushed the ball wide to Corey, who in turn fed Jamie up the middle which found Darragh at the goal mouth -  to slot home his first of the match (1 - 3).

Again, at this stage we were winning key battles all over the pitch especially up both wings and centre-back positions respectively. On winning possession we attacked at will with Darragh to the fore along with Jamie up front connecting up with great skillful football and crisp passing into space. This led to our fourth goal whereby Corey took possession along the left wing from a Parkville clearance and immediately found Jamie up front who in turn shot from midrange beating his marker and also the Parkville keeper for his second of the match (1 - 4).

Still reeling from this deficit Parkville pushed forward in numbers at every opportunity. We were up to the task as our substitutes namely Sean Mc Grath and Jason Kelly, were employed in key positions to defend brilliantly for the remainder of the match. It gave is a springboard to counter-attack up until the final whistle. This gave us our last opportunity to shine, as Darragh took possession from Jason Kelly around midfield from where he took on three Parkville players only to pass through to Corey; from there on the right wing Corey passed across to the opposite wing to Jamie and again slotted to Darragh from close range for his second of the match (1 - 5). Full time

We certainly learnt a lot about ourselves especially early on in this encounter. Having to defend for long periods before we took control of this match. Also, playing with great control and speed is becoming a trait for many players and standing to them as a team in a very good position at the top of our division. 

Man-of-the-match: Darragh O'Donoghue.

Best players for Burrin Celtic: Stephen Carroll, Jamie Cooper, Corey Kelliher, Jake Somers, Eoghan Murphy & Adam Deacon.

This was an unusual match in unfamiliar surroundings and one we were unsure as to the potential outcome - only because it was their first match, we never played them before and Baltinglass U12's were joint top of their respective league. As it turned out we dominated from most areas.

We set ourselves up slightly defensively for the first 5 minutes until we dominated midfield and possession; with displays of brilliance right through the team. Corey Kelliher took the pressure off with his first goal of the encounter slicing through the middle of defense with a great through ball from Conor Duffy. Corey then side footed with right foot to left corner (1 - 0).

Every opportunity we had we showed our mettle especially up both wings with Lorcan Doyle and Stephen Carroll most productive with excellent passes. Thus it wasn't long before Jamie added to his season tally (2 - 0). We pressed immediately on their tip-off with Jamie dispossessing a Baltinglass player to go through on goal all alone (3 - 0).

More and more substitutes were utilised with great effect. Eoghan Murphy was deployed as a second striker alongside Jamie Cooper with measured results and rewarded with a quick goal on his introduction (0 - 4). However, the Baltinglass keeper was well up to the task with numerous great saves despite the score line - credit where credit is due.

As we continually pressed forward we were caught a couple of times through slopping defending, with great saves from the ever reliant Sam Hogan to keep a clean sheet yet again. We also found our range from kickouts right through to attacking unit for Darragh O'Donoghue to take on three defenders to score his first of the game (0 - 5). Half time

At this stage all substitutes were used a number of times already and it gave them an added chance to shine at several different positions. Adam Connolly especially must be given a mention as he chased all day and dispossessed the opposition on countless occasions while also feeding the midfield with good attacking ball - his game of the season so far. 

Also we used other players in unfamiliar positions on trial basis and for the most part they worked. Early on in the second half Corey took possession from a Jamie pass to slot home his second of the game (0 - 6). Now it was down to managing expectations as everybody wanted to score. A few choice words and tweaking of the team meant more players got on the ball early and attacked in unison with a resultant great pass through midfield by Lorcan Doyle to Jamie on the right. He took the ball at pace and switched to his more favourable left foot to slot home a long range effort (0 - 7).

Stephen Carroll was allowed a lot of leeway the second half pushing up beyond midfield and was awarded with a great solo effort from close range to the roof of the net (0 - 8). Time and time again we got on the ball with very good passing and interplay cutting the opposition open, this time Adam Deacon intercepted again from the back and took the ball up field himself with great intent and played a ball through to Jamie for his fourth of the match (0-9).

All the time Baltinglass did threaten with crisp passing of their own. Again poor defending at times by our back three allowed them through only to be denied by Sam Hogan. Our last goal was a great display of individual flare by Darragh O'Donoghue, slotting home from midrange after twice being denied by their keeper (0 - 10).

This was our best display of the season so far, with several great individual performances. As a team we gelled even more and more, with players wanting the ball at their feet and ensuring a more direct and ultimately potent outfit. The final score was a reflection of our progress to date.  

Man-of-the-match: Adam Deacon.

Best players for Burrin Celtic: Adam Connolly, Corey Kelliher, Darragh O'Donoghue, Jamie Cooper & Conor Duffy.

A very stiff wind played its part in this encounter both in the first half and especially in the second - as it got stronger.

We set ourselves up in a very positive attacking formation to begin the match with to make best use of the wind. This worked wonderfully as all midfielders (namely Corey, Stephen and Lorcan) all got on to the ball early and fed our attacking unit in the form of Jamie Cooper. Again and again as Sam Hogan launched his well positioned kick-outs we took control and attacked at every opportunity. Jamie Cooper took a well deserved goal to the roof of the net mid way through the first-half (1 - 0).

Our defensive system was very well policed by Adam Deacon and Jake Somers early on, with communication working particularly well, although our positioning was suspect on a few occasions.

As we continued with our attacking format with an extra body, in the form of Lorcan Doyle and on occasion Cormac Kinsella, in midfield - late on in the half. Corey Kelliher took possession of the ball on the left wing from Cormac Kinsella, from where Corey took on two defenders whilst also getting off a great pass to Jamie Cooper; from where Jamie used his speed and agility to take possession and change of direction to beat the Nurney goalkeeper low left - only to hit the post, but alas Eoghan Murphy was very well positioned to finish it off (2 - 0). Half-time

At this stage (second half), the wind indeed conspired against us as we found it hard to break from half-back into midfield. Even our ever dependable (GK) Sam Hogan found it very difficult to find his targets from the beginning of the second half. We had to track back, in numbers, into our full back position on numerous occasions - an unfamiliar task we found ourselves having to deal with. 

As a result Nurney were getting settled and confident having several half chances cleared around the goal mouth. It was only a matter of time when they were awarded an opportunity and it came in the form of a free kick. This left a slight opening for a quick free to an unmarked man to finish from very close range (2 - 1).

We had to jig the team around and thus introduced timely substitutes namely Sean Mc Grath and Adam Connolly. They did a great job of closing down players on the ball immediately and clear the ball to one of our attacking midfielders in good field position. Theses two worked very well together as a defending unit. 

Some of our defenders began to tire at this stage midway through the second half so another timely sub was introduced, namely Jason Kelly. Again his job was to block any advancing passes and counter-attack at every opportunity to great effect. As Nurney got more possession a few corners were conceded resulting in one lucky break which fell short and again an unmarked player slotted home from very close range (2 - 2).

We never lost concentration and for the remaining 10 minutes we played great possession & passing football with the majority of ball around the middle through, Corey, Lorcan and Jake. Up front we had Eoghan Murphy menacing and of course the ever dependable Jamie Cooper. A number of good chances went a begging with no resultant goal but it was only a matter of time.

To finish the tie off Adam Deacon took control at the back with a great through ball to Stephen in midfield from their he found Corey out on the left wing with his customary run on defenders, Jamie found space and got the required pass from Corey. There was only one thing on Jamie's mind at this stage as he left the defenders in his wake - he struck a fantastically powerful shot from midrange to the bottom right corner (3 - 2). 

We dug deep to eventually pull away from the visitors but with a lot of satisfaction to be taken from the substitutes bench (including several missing players), we took the game to the opposition when it really mattered and triumphed together as a team!!

Man-of-the-Match: Adam Deacon.

Best players for Burrin Celtic: Jamie Cooper, Corey Kelliher, Jake Somers, Eoghan Murphy & Lorcan Doyle.

It was back to familiar territory this week again with a home fixture against Killeshin.

As ever, we always try to set the tone of a match from the very start - especially at home by dictating the speed and formations to suit our style of play. We initially put an extra man in the midfield area (namely Conor Duffy) who policed this area brilliantly while simultaneously driving forward at every opportunity.

Also we put pressure on their kick-outs, with an extra defender pushing up - this was usually performed excellently by either Lorcan Doyle or sometimes Jake Somers. This ensured good early ball to release our wingers Corey Kelliher (capt.) and Cormac Kinsella. Always driving at the defense, it ensured countless shots at goal, thus putting extra pressure on the opposition. 

All this onslaught meant we eventually took the lead inside the first 10 minutes with a brilliant half-back intercept by Lorcan Doyle down the right-hand side to Cormac Kinsella who fed Corey Kelliher (capt.) through midfield, from where he took on two defenders and only had one thing on his mind - he expertly shot from mid-range to the low left-hand side of the keeper (1 - 0).

As we were on the ascendancy it allowed us to force the opposition into taking risks while they never threatened the goal - thus allowing more and more of our play-makers forward through midfield. This gave Lorcan, Eoghan Murphy and most especially Darragh O'Donoghue freedom to try out new things and this led to him releasing Jamie Cooper twice on goal. Jamie's second run on goal from centre forward position was great link play between himself and Conor, which Jamie finished as ever with his customary power and finesse (2 - 0) Half time

By the start of the second half we ensured all our substitutes got a second run out with great displays from Sean Mc Grath from his right half back position supporting midfield and again Jason Kelly starting in the center of defense and allowing him more freedom to support the half forward line with good results.

The Killeshin team put more players forward at the start of the half but with fine displays from Adan Deacon and Jake Somers they dealt with anything thrown at them with great ease and presence of mind. The communication between players now was improving all the time especially from midfield through to our attacking unit of Jamie and Eoghan - who threatened at every opportunity. As ever Conor Duffy was demanding the ball and distributing it very well which released Jake and Corey on a few occasions from long range to either shoot or pass into Darragh or Lorcan.

Darragh showed again why he is one of the best ball players in the league when he took on three defenders whilst also getting his shot off only to hit the post; Jamie using his speed to slot home his second of the match (3 - 0). All the time we worked as a unit to secure any kick out ball from where we continued to launch our counter attacking play with Conor, Corey, Jake and Darragh all getting chances to score.

Sam Hogan as goal keeper was called upon twice in close succession both from point blank range only to again record another blank sheet - fantastic saves once again. Towards the end of the match we pressed harder to find another goal even with one man down late in the game. Corey took possession of the ball in midfield and ran at the Killeshin defense and with a great through ball found Jamie. Jamie in turn took on two defenders on the left-side of the pitch and switched his direction brilliantly leaving both players and finished again from close range to beat the keeper on his left hand side this time: his third 'hat-trick' of the season (4 - 0).

Our support play continues to improve game after game but most promising is the defensive effort of every player to track back especially when you lose control of the ball. Again great footballing skills on show throughout the team!!

Man-of-the-Match: Conor Duffy.

Best Players for Burrin Celtic: Lorcan Doyle, Adam Deacon, Jamie Cooper and Jake Somers.