Well, it might have been over 3 months since we were last in the Chronicle but we’re back this week, with both the senior reserves last gasp comeback victory over Boyne Harps and the Under 12’s deserved win over Park Celtic Summerhill.
Unfortunately, the Chronicle misread my report and credited the U12’s 3rd goal to Adam but we all know it was Luke Duffy who finished off a fine move. Sorry Luke!
This week’s Meath Chronicle features match reports from 4 of our teams, both senior side, the U13s and U12s with a nice big photo of our U15s.
It’s always nice to see the number of teams increase even if the number of words and column inches has decreased.
Well done to all and keep it up!!
This week, the Meath Chonicle have really out done themselves, giving us a full half page coverage.
Reports of both senior teams, the U15s and U12s with team photos of the senior 1sts (admittedly from the opening weekend of season) and U12s means a “Good Weekend for Johnstown Teams” can be relived all week!
Another fine weekend for Johnstown FC this weekend with huge wins for both the U12s and U13s being the highlight.
U8 All Stars had a mixed day winning one game while losing narrowly in their other. Read full report here While the U8 Tigers also won 1 and lost the other of their 2 games this weekend, both against Park Celtic Summerhill. Read full report here
U9 Tigers won both their weekend outings on Saturday beating Trim Celtic and Kells Blackwater. Read full report here
U10 Hawks ran out comfortable winners over Trim Celtic in their game. Read full report here
U11 Sharks had a comprehensive win over Navan Town. Read full report here
Our U12s started their SFAI Cup campaign with a resounding victory away to Donacarney Celtic on Sunday morning progressing into the 3rd round with 13-0 win. Read full report here
Equally as impressive were our U13s who disposed of Borora Juniors by 13-1. Read full report here
A fine performance by our U15 to overcome both a very strong Oldcastle side and poor weather conditions by 4 goals to 2. Read full report here
Following heavy defeats in the last couple of weeks, the Senior Reserves drew at home to Torro Utd thanks to goals by Derek Killion and Shane Conroy. Read full report here
Our Senior Firsts returned after their short journey to Robinstown after coming from behind to earn a point in a game that could of gone either way. Read full report here
Some of you may have noticed that our club has featured in the Meath Chronicle every week this season. Now, thanks to the kind permission of editor John Donohoe and sports editor Conall Collier, we can reproduce images of this coverage. Of course, we do so with the intention that you will ALL go out and buy a copy!!
This week, we have both senior teams’ match reports covered in the Chronicle, unfortunately they both lost this week, while in previous weeks they have also included U12 and U13 teams.
It is not just match reports either, 2 weeks ago our U12’s team photo before their game against Park Celtic Summerhill was also featured.
We all appreciate the hard work and time sacrificed by all our managers and coaches with the hands-on aspect for coaching our teams and writing match reports including teams and substitutes. This is vital so your team can benefit from the added publicity brought by the Chronicle, which can be key when trying to attract a new sponsor and helping raise the profile of our club.
The return of the coaching leagues made for a very busy weekend for Johnstown FC. 17 matches across all age groups from U8 right up to our 2 senior teams, saw players and officials from our club travelling to Dublin and Drogheda with the majority of our action in Navan’s MDL complex.
U9 Tigers had 2 games on Saturday. In their first outing they were denied a win by a last gasp Navan Town equaliser in an absolute thriller. Read full report here In their 2nd outing of the day, the Tigers came from behind to beat Parkvilla. Read full report here
On Friday night, the U10 Hawks kicked off their season with a comfortable victory over Skryne/Tara. The future for Johnstown at this age group looks bright with a lot of talent within the squad. Read full report here
U11 Sharks had a feeding frenzy on poor Ratoath Harps after a suberb all round team display. Read full report here
Our U13s travelled to Oldcastle for their Division 1 clash and struck first. However, the hosts equalised just before the break before taking the lead in the 2nd half. Johnstown hit back but Oldcastle went on the claim a deserved 4-2 victory. Read full report here
Senior Reserves lost their 100% home record falling to a comprehensive defeat to visitors Boyne Harps on Saturday afternoon. Read full report here
After last week’s fantastic win, Johnstown came crashing back to Earth with this narrow and undeserved defeat at the hands of Abbey Celtic in Drogheda. Read full report here
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Seniors 2nd team are playing at home tomorrow Vs Blackbull KO 1500 meeting in the MDL at 1400
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If it was goals you wanted, then following Johnstown FC this weekend is where you should have been. With each match producing an average 5 goals, entertainment was top of the bill.
The Under 12s began their home campaign with a 2-2 draw against Kells/Blackwater at the MDL on Saturday. The homeside led twice through goals from Adam D. and Benji T. but were pegged back on both occasions. Full Report https://johnstownfc.ie/2013/09/14/under-12s-match-report/
The Under 13s B team suffered a heavy 8-2 defeat at the hands of Kingscourt Harps. Our goals coming from Conor M. and Scott D. Full Report https://johnstownfc.ie/2013/09/14/under-13s-div2-match-report/
The Under 13 A side fared slightly better, drawing their game 1-1, also against opposition from Cavan in the shape of Bailieboro Celtic. Our goal coming from the boot of Adam O’C. Full Report https://johnstownfc.ie/2013/09/14/under-13s-div-1-match-report/
Our Under 15s were on the road this week and returned from their clash with Virginia with all 3 points following a 2-1 victory. Johnstown’s goals coming from Jess and Gavin D. Full Report https://johnstownfc.ie/2013/09/14/under-15-match-report/
The Under 17s shared the points with local rivals Kentstown Rovers in a thrilling 3-3 draw.
Our Under 18s travelled to Drumcondra in the NDSL Division B and following a 3-1 win came home with all 3 points.
Johnstown’s senior 2nd side travelled to Drogheda for their thrilling McEvoy Funeral Directors B Reserve division clash with Newfoundwell. Despite trailing on 3 occasions, Ronan Croke’s men showed the determination and fight necessary. An own goal followed by strikes from Ray Shields and Darren Killon to ensure they returned to Navan with a share of the points. Full Report https://johnstownfc.ie/match/1477/
Team: S. Murphy, M. James, J. Lanney, J. Conroy, P. O’Leary, R. Shields, Da. Killon, I. Cahill, S. Conroy, D. Grumley , De. Killon
Subs: E. Farrelly for Grumley, W. Cahill for Lanney
The Senior 1sts suffered a heartbreaking reverse at home to table toppers Kingscourt Harps. Despite playing into a very strong wind, Johnstown led 2-0 at the break, thanks to goals from Daniele Gismondi and Arron Kavanagh. Kingscourt Harps got themselves back on level terms with 10 minutes remaining. With virtually the last kick of the ball, in the 5th minute of injury time, the Cavan men took all 3 points away with them. Full Report https://johnstownfc.ie/match/1482/
Team: P. Hegarty, M. Hayden, J. McDermott, B. Halpin, B. Clerkin, J. Flynn, C. Croke(c), A. Kavanagh, D. Gismondi, J. Forde, K. Zeberek
Subs: M. Mulvany for Halpin, O. Pilane for Clerkin, E. Sheridan for Zeberek
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Reminder Seniors 1st team Meeting in the MDL tomorrow at 1015
