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IFC Group C - Round 3

Ballinlough 2. 10
Oldcastle. 1. 11

Ballinlough made It 2 Championship wins from 3 with a win over neighbours Oldcastle in Moylough on a bright Sunday evening.
A point in the first minute by Michael Geraghty got the perfect start for the ‘Lough followed by 2 points from Peader Byrne in the next 7 minutes left the game 3 points to 2 after 20 minutes.
But Oldcastle dominated the next 10 minutes scoring 1. 03 to go in at half time leading by 6 points.

Whatever was said in the dressing had the desired effect as Ballinlough looked a different team in the second half. A goal inside the first minute by man of the match Peader Byrne kickstarted the comeback. Ballinlough, trained by ex Cavan footballer Brian Donoghue, showed a ‘meanness‘ in defence with a rock solid fullback line competing for every scrap.
Oldcastle perhaps having a hangover from their recent Div 2 final win could not break down the Reds as attack after attack was smothered out. Oldcastle goalkeeper Conor McHugh while having an off day with his frees made 2 point blank saves from Simon Deevey and James Baugh to keep Oldcastle hopes alive but with Veteran Byrne pulling all the strings the ‘Lough never really looked like loosing.
With Mark and Tommy McCullen working well in the middle and Benjy Smith covering acres of ground, the introduction of Gary Reilly put the result beyond all doubt.
While it was a full 16 man team effort it would be unfair not to point out the exhibition football played by ex Meath Player Peader Byrne who finished with a personal tally of 2.08 including converting 2 45 ‘s.
Others to show well were Lorcan Maguire, Johnny Reilly and Emmet Smith.

Ballinlough: D Muldoon, R Farrell, P Muldoon, M Farrell, E Smith, L Maguire, J Reilly 0-1, T Mc Cullen, M Geraghty 0-1,J Baugh,S Geraghty, M McCullen, B Smith, S Deevey, P Byrne 2-08, subs G Reilly / J Baugh.

All County A Football League Division 3 - Round 11

Ballinlough 1. 17
Longwood 1. 13

Ballinlough finished off their final league match with a win in Kilskyre and moved to the top half off Div 3.

This game had no real significance as neither team had anything to gain or loose. The game itself was a good open contest as a result and entertaining to watch. The home team never really looked in trouble with Mark McCullen and Niall Farrelly dominating the ariel exchanges. Both were also on target early with McCullen helping himself to 3 points. The Reds led 9 - 5 at halftime.

The free flowing game continued in the second half but with man of the match Johnnie Reilly making probing runs upfield and the excellent Simon Deevey winning a lot of ball upfront the ‘Lough looked comfortable until Longwood converted a penalty leaving only a score in the difference.

But the ever reliable Podge Muldoon cleaned up defensively and good scores coming from Josh Lynch and Substitute Peader Byrne kept Ballinlough noses in front until a brilliant individual goal from Deevey finally put the game beyond doubt. The home team were also well served by Emmet Smith, Lorcan Maguire and Benjy Smith

Ballinlough
D.Muldoon,R Farrell (1), P.Muldoon, M.Farrell,J.Baugh,M.Geraghty(2), J.Reilly(2),L.Maguire,N.Farrelly(3),E.Smith,R.McGuiness, M McCullen(3),B.Smith(1),S.Deevey(1.01),J.Lynch(2) subs N.McDonnell,P.Byrne(2),O.McCabe, J O Higgins.

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All County A Football League Division 3 - Round 5

Ballinlough. 2-12
Cortown. 3-04

Ballinlough took full points from this Div 3 league encounter at home. Both teams are hovering in the bottom half of the Division so a win was essential for either side’s ambitions to stay up .

As it turned out the home team had too much firepower and led from start to finish. With James Baugh immense around the centre Ballinlough were able to move the ball with purpose and built a commanding lead early on.

But Cortown as you would expect threatened to spoil the party and found the net twice to reel in the hosts . But with veteran Peader Byrne keeping the scoreboard ticking over with some fine frees there was always daylight between the teams. Mark Mc Cullen got his now customary goal from a long ball played in straight from man of the Match Niall Farrelly. Farrelly won a huge amount of ball around the middle and rounded off an excellent performance with 2 points .

Simon Deevey up front caused many problems for the Cortown defence and was rewarded for his work with a second half goal . Cortown converted a late penalty and never gave up but time ran out on a fine Tuesday evening.

Ballinlough now sit on 8 points mid table and with only 2 games left may have done enough to stay up while the dreaded drop looms closer for their North Meath neighbours . Ballinlough were well served by Conor Fleming, Tommy McCullen and Mattie Farrell.

Ballinlough. D.Muldoon,E Smith,P Muldoon,M Farrell,C Fleming,M Geraghty, J Baugh, T McCullen(2), P Byrne(6) ,K Byrne(1)R Mc Guinness , N Farrelly(2) B Smith, S Deevey (1g), M Mc Cullen (1g)

All County A Football League Div 3 - Round 8

St. Vincents 2-11
Ballinlough 2 .12

Ballinlough took full points with a win by the minimum over St Vincent’s on Sunday evening. Both teams were missing regulars and needed a win to move away from relegation.

It was Ballinlough who settled in the quickest and soon open up a four point lead . With Mark and Tommy McCullen working well the visitors were on all out attack and should have been out of touch by half time only for some wayward shooting. Only a goal separated the teams after 30 minutes but half time changes seemed to work for the home team .

The game was played from end to end with good scores from both teams . This was typified by man of the match Ronan McGuiness who received a lot of attention from the hosts finished with a personal tally of 4 well taken points . A goal from Mark McCullen at the 50 minute stage after good work by Simon Deevey seemed to take the pressure off the ‘Lough . Indeed Deevy who is fresh from a very successful season with Ashbourne RFC , winning an all Ireland title , seemed to improve as the game moved on using his considerable strength to gain vital possession when needed most . But a very dogged Vincent’s scored their second goal of the half with 5 minutes to go to set up a very nervy last few minutes with only a point separating the teams .

Both sides had chances but that single point remained when the final whistle went. Ballinlough were also well served by Lorcan Maguire , Conor Fleming and Michael Geraghty. A mention also of the impressive grounds the hosts have developed over the last few years and can feel rightly proud of their achievements.

Ballinlough: D Muldoon, C Fleming, P Muldoon, M Farrell, J Baugh , L Maguire, E Smith, T McCullen , M Geraghty, J Tunney, R McGuiness, Niall Farrelly, J Lynch , M McCullen , S Deevey .

All County A Football League Div 3 - Round 7

Ballinlough 1 .16
Kilmainham 2 .11

Ballinlough claimed the honours with a hard earned win over Kilmainham in near perfect conditions on Friday night. With both sides trading scores in the first half there was only a point between the two teams .

Kilmainham opened up a five point lead in the second half and looked to be in control . But Ballinlough responded in fine fashion with Peader Byrne kickstarting the revival with a spectacular goal . The home team took control at midfield with Tommy Mc Cullen and Michael Geraghty dominating exchanges. Kilmainham ‘s over reliance on Mickey Newman’s excellent free taking for scores proved costly as Ballinlough finally took complete control but a late late goal from the ‘ spot ‘ by Newman wasn’t enough to save the points .

Man of the match Robbie Farrell was outstanding at corner back and managed to score 2 points from play . He was well assisted by Johnny Reilly, Ronan McGuiness and James Baugh

Ballinlough ,
D Muldoon, R Farrell , P Muldoon, M Farrell, E Smith ,L Maguire, J Baugh , T McCullen , M Geraghty, M McCullen , R Mc Guinness, J Reilly , B Smith, N Farrelly , P Byrne, subs C Briody , J Tunney

IFC - Group C - Round 2

Ballinlough 2 09
Bective 1 11

Ballinlough got their first 2 points in this years Championship in Carlanstown with a convincing win over favourites Bective . Indeed it only took Bective 5 minutes to put the ball in the Ballinlough net but 2 minutes later Mark McCullen punched in a high ball from his brother Tommy to score Ballinlough ‘s first goal .
Bective were confined to 3 pointed frees for the rest of the half while Ballinlough had 5 more scorers, with 2 points from both Peader Byrne and Michael Geraghty and points from Sean Geraghty , Benjy Smith Lorcan Maguire .

The second half started even better when Man of the Match Benjy Smith had the ball in the Bective net in just 3 minutes. The goal seemed to spur on Bective and they piled on the pressure scoring 8 points . A point from Benjy Smith in the 50 th minute sent shockwaves thru the crowd as an upset looked on but it must have blown the lights also as the pitch was plunged into Darkness .
Play resumed after a short break and Ballinlough used all their experience gained at Senior level to close out the game. While a black card was issued to a player from both sides the game was played in the right spirit on a dry night in front of an an enthusiastic crowd .
Full marks as ever to the hosts St Michael ‘s for having the pitch in such good order after a very long winter .

Ballinlough were well served by Derek Muldoon , Mathew Farrell , Gary Reilly and Johnny Reilly .
D.Muldoon, R Farrell, P Muldoon, M Farrell, J Baugh , L Maguire, J Reilly, M Geraghty , G Reilly, T Mc Cullen , R Mc Guinness, M Mc Cullen , B Smith , P Byrne, S Geraghty. Subs E Smith / J Reilly ( BC ) , J Tunney

Div 3 Result

Ballinlough 2.10
St Ultans 2.08

Ballinlough recovered from losing their opening 2 rounds to secure their first points in this Div 3 contest on Friday night.
The dry pitch at Dunganny seemed to suit Ballinlough as they played a fast moving game and soon built up a commanding lead with Tommy McCullen working well up front .
Goals either side of half time from Mark McCullen and Sean Geraghty gave Ballinlough a good cushion but 2 goals from a resilient St Ultans late in the second half threatened to upset the party but Ballinlough once again found their rhythm securing the win with 2 late points .
Best for Ballinlough were James Baugh . Mathew Farrell , Benjy Smith and Sean Geraghty.

L.Gibney, B.Smith,R.Farrell,M.Farrell, J.Reilly, M.Geraghty,J.Baugh, G.Reilly,L.Maguire,K.Byrne,M.McCullen,C.Briody, J.Tunney,S.Geraghty,T.McCullen. Subs P.Monaghan / C.Briody, P. Byrne / J.Tunney , N. Farrelly / J.Reilly

Player of the Year

Well done Lorcan Maguire on being selected Ballinlough's player of the year for 2017!

B-League final: Long awaited success for Ballinlough (28/10/17)

Ballinlough recorded a three point win over Curraha to claim the B Football League Division 4 title in heavy underfoot conditions at Carlanstown on Saturday afternoon.

Pictured right: Captain James O' Keeffe raises the B-League cup.

I.F.C. Quarter-final: Ballinlough bow out (24/09/17)

After an enthralling game in Carlanstown on Sunday afternoon Nobber booked their place in the semi-final of this year’s intermediate football championship with a three point win over Ballinlough.

Pictured left: Peadar Byrne was once again Ballinlough's best player.

I.F.C: Ballinlough book their place in quarter finals (28/08/17)

Ballinlough announced themselves as genuine intermediate championship contenders with a three-point win over last years finalists Dunderry in Cortown on Monday evening.

Pictured left: James Baugh impressed for Ballinlough