It was one other busy and thrilling week within the Donegal Ladies’s League.
Senior Girls
Raphoe City 2 – 3 Letterkenny Rovers
A objective within the final minute from Ciara McGarvey noticed her clinch her hat-trick and
Letterkenny Rovers steal all three factors in a cracking recreation of soccer at Drumineny
this night when our senior girls performed their second recreation of the brand new marketing campaign.
Raphoe got here into the sport on the again of an enormous defeat final week whereas Rovers had a
large win over Cockhill, however issues have been way more evenly balanced and whereas the guests
had nice spells of early possession, it was the house aspect who carried the early menace.
Certainly, Tanya Gillen within the Rovers objective was well off her line on three events to
snuff out early Raphoe assaults as the house aspect went in quest of an opener. Cassie
Tinney making her debut at senior stage, was industrious within the midfield holding function,
giving Rachel Lawne and Vanessa McHugh the liberty to hyperlink up with wingers Lauren
O’Donnell and Sarah Jane Kelly and centre ahead Orlaith Connolly.
Lucy Canning and Erin Doherty marshalled the Rovers defence fantastically towards that
early menace, however Raphoe lastly broke the impasse within the twenty third minute when a Rovers
defender dealt with within the field and Connolly stepped as much as rattle residence from the spot.
The hard-working striker who had a superb recreation for the house group, might need
scored a second solely to see her shot go inches huge of the publish and the let off appeared
to kick Rovers into gear. A fast counter assault noticed a intelligent ball performed behind the
Raphoe defence and Ciara McGarvey raced away and steered the ball previous Aimee Kelly
within the Raphoe objective.
Each groups pressed after that, however with Alannah Kee, Rocha McCullagh, Anna
McFadden and Alicia McCullagh all in superb kind within the Raphoe defence, and the Rovers
again line in equally decided temper, the edges went in on the break stage.
Following the break Aine O’Flanagan and Mollie McGroarty got here in for his or her aggressive
senior debuts for Raphoe and it was the house aspect who struck first once more, this time with
a long-range effort from Lauren O’Donnell.
However as soon as once more Rovers hit again, having taken management of the sport for a spell they received a
free-kick on the sting of the field that McGarvey fired into the online to tie the sport as soon as
extra.
With Vanessa McHugh a relentless menace for the house aspect they weren’t accomplished nevertheless
and when she was fouled, a fast free kick was effectively saved by Tanya Gillen and Rachel
Lawne’s strike from the rebound flew inches previous the publish. There have been extra debuts for
the house aspect, Aoibhin Marley Kelly and Could Hastings making appearances whereas
Kyomi Gillen got here in to guide the assault, however simply when it appeared as if the sport was
heading for a draw, McGarvey raced clear as soon as extra to attain a superb objective and provides
Rovers the lead.
Even then Raphoe pressed once more and within the dying seconds, Rocha McCullagh noticed her
shot fly simply huge and the guests held on to the win in a brilliant recreation effectively refereed by
Patrick Martin.
Beneath 14
Group 2
Finn Valley 3 – 0 Drumbar United
On an ideal night for soccer Finn Valley got here out on prime with a 3-0 victory over a
robust Drumbar group. Finn Valley began effectively with the wind at their backs and had a
few possibilities earlier than Ella Udoku gave them a 1nil lead on the 20min mark with a tidy
end after an excellent via ball from Brooke Byrne. Sarah Campbell was unfortunate to not
get on the rating sheet after she rounded the keeper however noticed her effort cleared off the
line. Valley began the second half robust and at 46 minutes Udoku bought her 2nd with a
tremendous end after a powerful run via the center. Drumbar battled bravely as they tried
to get again into the sport with the Valley defence holding agency a number of occasions. Kate
McMenamin bought the third and last objective at 61mins with an excellent particular person run and end.
These 2 groups will battle once more in a while within the 12 months little question. Thanks additionally to referee
Alaister Gourley for maintaining the sport flowing.
Beneath 16
Cappry U16 Girls – Drumbar U16 Girls (Drumbar Win)
Cappry U16 ladies hosted Drumbar on the riverside pitch on Wednesday. The away aspect
bought off to a flying begin when Michaela Hannafin bought in behind the Cappry defence.
Hannafin doubled the Drumbar lead shortly after with an excellent strike. Teagan O’Reilly and Sarah Colhoun made it 4 simply earlier than the break. Cappry confirmed spirit and compelled
quite a lot of good saves from the Drumbar goalkeeper earlier than half time however Drumbar
defended effectively.Drumbar confirmed their dominance , Sarah Colhoun bought a second and
Amy Ward scored a brace within the second half as Michaela Hannafin and Teagan O’Reilly
accomplished their hattricks in a dominant show .
Group 3
Illistrin 2 – 1 Keadue Rovers
Illistrin took the lead after 10 minutes when sophie mclaughlin burst via and slotted
the ball past the keeper- they then doubled their lead on 20 minute when Ciara Daly
hit the ball from 25 yards into the roof of the online. Keadue responded with a objective on the
begin of the second half- Illistrin managed to carry on for the victory.
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Group 1
Letterkenny Rovers 2 – 1 Bonagee United
Rovers hosted Bonagee U12 in an actual aggressive native derby. Rovers bought off to an excellent
begin with 2 early targets from Caitlin McBrearty and Scarlet Graham. Getting into 2:0 at half
time. A decided Bonagee got here out the second half pushing Letterkenny again
creating quite a lot of good possibilities. As Bonagee pushed, Rovers practically caught them
out on the counter assault with Savannah Keys coming shut quite a lot of occasions. Each
defences holding robust. Within the final minute Bonagee have been rewarded for his or her arduous work
with a objective from Eabha Gribben. It’s unattainable to single anybody from each groups as
each participant performed their half. Effectively accomplished to each groups.
Lagan Harps 0 – 2 Ballyraine Harps
Two targets within the first ten minutes determined this keenly fought contest. Ballyraine began
strongly and early targets from Cassie Diffley and Maria Wenelski put them in a powerful
place. Lagan struggled to get going towards a bodily stronger Ballyraine aspect. As
the half wore on they bought extra in it with Emily Mc Mahon and Katie Gildea combining
effectively on a few events. Clodagh Kavanagh began to impress in midfield. Ella
Gibson Hamlyn had an excellent effort however Holly Gordon dealt effectively with something that got here at
her. The introduction of Caoimhe Sweeney pepped up the Lagan assault and the sport
went actually finish to finish. Each keepers pulled off some prime saves because the second half actually
livened up. Emily Mc Mahon went shut for Lagan earlier than Caoimhe Sweeney hit the
publish. Ballyraine replied on the different finish with Ella Sharkey pulling off a few good
saves from Millie Toland and Hanna Carty. Nonetheless regardless of some close to misses there
was no additional scores.
Group 5
Glenree United 0 – 3 Kilmacrennan Celtic
On a blustery night time in Glenree it was Kilmacrennan that got here away with the victory. The
guests began brightly and took the lead when a shot from distance that was saved by
Abbie and the in-rushing ahead completed to the online. Glenree have been discovering it arduous getting
previous the Kilmacrennan defence. Kilmacrennan doubled their lead on 20 minutes with a
good end. Glenree had an excellent probability that pressured an excellent save from the Kilmacrennan
keeper from Eilis’s shot. Erin additionally went shut with a free kick close to the top of the half.
Half time was Glenree United 0 Kilmacrennan Celtic 2. Glenree bought on prime within the begin
of the second half and Eilis with a superb run pressured one other good save from the
keeper. An awesome transfer launched Eilis and her ball throughout the field was meet by Erin
Caldwell and sadly her effort went over the bar. With Glenree committing to
assault Kilmacrennan on the break scored quantity three with an excellent end. With one other
free kick Erin once more went near scoring. So on an evening that Glenree created the
possibilities, it was the away group that took their possibilities.
Swilly Rovers 1 – 3 Milford
Our Swilly Rovers u12 ladies battled it out in Swilly Park this night versus a
defensively robust Milford United . Regardless of an excellent quantity of stress, Swilly couldn’t
discover the online early on. Milford settled into the sport and shortly the stability of the match
started to shift from group to group. It was Milford nevertheless who made the breakthrough as
Swilly didn’t clear a nook. 0-1 to Milford at half time. Milford got here out combating within the
second half and Swilly sustained a variety of stress within the first ten minutes however managed
to interrupt just a few occasions however Milford protection held robust. Milford bought another after this and
then a 3rd after a nasty kick out from Swilly. Substitutions have been made on each groups and
among the youthful gamers bought their probability. Swilly saved battling and bought their objective in
the top via Kiri Sweeney. Recreation completed 1-3.
Due to Kieran and all at Milford for an excellent recreation and Kevin oDonnell for officiating.
Group 6
Finn Valley B 0 – 0 Drumbar United B
The Finn Valley U11 group welcomed Drumbar for his or her second residence recreation of the
season on Tuesday night and each side left with a degree apiece after a tough fought
battle. The house aspect had the higher of the opening exchanges with Emily McMenamin
and Niamh McNulty each going shut. Khulani Mtetwa virtually bought her 1st objective of the
season at the beginning of the second half however her shot was simply huge. Niamh McNulty went
shut once more shortly after however her shot was additionally simply astray. On the different finish Lily Ellen
Byrne reacted sharply to show a effectively struck snapshot simply over the bar. In the long run a draw
was a good consequence on the night time and each groups went residence blissful after an excellent night time’s
work. Due to Drumbar United for an excellent recreation and to John for refereeing and
encouraging the 2 groups all through.
Cappry B bt Letterkenny Rovers B
Cappry beneath 12B group welcomed Letterkenny Rovers this night to riverside pitch .
Some nice performances by each groups and a few wonderful saves by Letterkenny
Rovers keeper. Cappry scorers have been Abi Lyons Klara Lafferty Cayla Moy Rachel
McBride Caitlin Scanlon Tia Coyle.
Ballyraine Celtic 3 – 0 Gweedore United B
On Tuesday Ballyraine Celtic took on Gweedore United within the DWL U12B league. After
17 minutes it was Ballyraine Celtic who took the lead with a effectively taken objective scored by
Maisie Duffy, this was rapidly adopted on 22 minutes with one other objective scored by Eva
O'Toole. Gweedore performed effectively however couldn't discover a well beyond the Ballyraine defence who
have been effectively managed by Sophie McHugh and Ella Louise O'Toole. Then on 43 minutes,
Ballyraine bought a penalty and this was effectively dispatched by the wonderful Katie McDowell to
make it 3-0. Nice ability and willpower was displayed by each units of gamers. Thanks
additionally to referee Sinead Hagan.
Friendlies
Convoy Arsenal 0 – 2 Drumbar United A
A really tightly contested match in Orchard Park this night noticed Convoy Arsenal U12
ladies tackle Drumbarr United. Each groups put in an amazing effort from the begin to
end. 2 minor slip ups from corners left the house group down by 2 targets. Goalkeeper
Eleanor Tait did superb to avoid wasting a penalty maintaining the scoreline at 2-0. One other nice
recreation of studying. Effectively accomplished to Drumbarr United ladies and coaches and good luck in
your upcoming matches.
Illistrin 1 – 3 Mulroy Academy
Illistrin U12 ladies performed Mulroy Academy in a pleasant recreation final night time in Corry Park with
Mulroy successful by 3 targets to 1. Aim scorer for Illistrin was Ellie Black. Alice Gibbons
scored 2 for Mulroy with Clodagh McVeigh getting the third.
Keadue Rovers 4-0 Donegal City
Keadue Rovers u12 ladies saved up their relentless begin to the season with a superb
residence win over a powerful Donegal City aspect. Keadue had numerous play within the
opening interval and from the off put large stress on the donegal city defence
and it was no shock when objective machine Lena O Donnell opened the scoring on 9
minutes with an actual poachers objective. Donegal City got here extra into the sport and made
life tough for keadue at occasions with out having any actual possibilities till the final minute of
the primary half once they shot over when 1 on 1 with Robyn Duffy Within the residence targets.
Keadue have been the dominant group within the 1st half nevertheless it was a good distance off the standard they
had proven in earlier video games. 2nd half was a distinct story nevertheless and the ladies have been
distinctive, even permitting for 8 subs. Jessica Keys bought the 2nd objective of the sport 3
minutes into the 2nd half and there was no manner again for Donegal City. Keadue have been
rampant at this stage and taking part in some superb soccer and with 2 targets in 2 minutes
Lena bought her hat trick, her third in 4 video games to cap off one other resounding victory and a
large show from all 17 ladies.
Letterbarrow – Finn Valley A (Finn Valley A win)
A tough night for the Letterbarrow ladies this night taking part in one other A group.
Letterbarrow stayed with them within the first half however Finn valley scored two early targets.
The Letterbarrow ladies saved combating, Taylor made a run down the road, fast move into
objective, it slipped handed Bláthnaid, however éabha bought it tapped again to Bláthnaid and she or he
confidently tapped it into the online. Letterbarrow went in at half time 3-1 down however nonetheless
combating. The second half bought the higher of the house aspect ladies, as a variety of drained legs set
in. Match ending with a win to Finn Valley A. Bella Leonard put in an excellent efficiency
for Letterbarrow.
01.05.2024 18:30
Beneath 16
Group 1
Bonagee United – Ballyraine (Ballyraine win)
Objectives from Clodagh Patton (2), Emer Cassidy(3) and Maria Mc Kinney (2) and a
highly effective objective from exterior the field from Grace McGlynn. In an exciting recreation, which was
finish to finish, at 4-4 inside the last ten minutes. Ballyraine asserted dominance and
pulled away. Participant of the match, Clodagh Patton. Bonagee targets, Cari Callaghan (1),
Ellen Temple (2), Ava Kelly (1)
Group 2
Cappry Rovers – Drumbar United (Drumbar Win)
St Catherines 1 – 2 Finn Valley
Group 3
Milford United 2 – 1 Mulroy Academy
On an ideal night time for soccer Milford got here out prime within the native derby. Milford began effectively
taking part in some respectable soccer. Anna Giles had the primary shot on the right track with Mary Bridget
doing effectively to get down well. Mulroy took the lead when Meabh Sweeney strode
via the center of the Milford defence and slotted residence from shut vary. Milford
equalised on 23minutes when Erin Neilis latched onto a via ball and scored from
the tightest of angles. Mulroy pressed Milford from the start of the second half and
created some good possibilities however discovered Megan McGinley in prime kind. Milford took the
lead via a Chloe Blaney penalty with twenty minutes left. They did nearly
sufficient to hold on for his or her first win of the season.
03.05.2024 18:30
Beneath 14
Group 1
Lagan Harps 2 – 0 Donegal City B
Lagan and Donegal performed out a effectively contested recreation in Letterkenny Neighborhood
Centre. The primary half was very tight with defences on prime. Lagan pressed extra within the
second half and took the lead via an excellent end from Amy Lateef. They scored a
second with Molly McGee scoring her first objective for the membership. Donegal completed strongly
with Niamh Brogan and Emmy caus8ng issues. Lagan went shut once more via
Mikaela Breen however there have been no extra scores. An excellent aggressive recreation with referee
Alistair Gourley letting the sport move.
Letterkenny Rovers 2-5 Bonagee Utd
Ellen Temple was on hearth this night for Bonagee scoring 4 targets. Emma Kelly was
additionally on the scoresheet simply earlier than half time, Savanna Keys and Amy Moore scoring for
Letterkenny Rovers. Isla Larkin and Tara McDaid have been excellent for Bonagee, With
Clara Peoples and Aisling McGinley shining for Rovers
Raphoe City 1 – 3 Ballyraine
A excessive paced recreation in Drumineney noticed Raphoe U14 ladies give a superb account of
themselves tonight with a few U12s known as up resulting from low numbers. Within the first half
each groups have been edgy nevertheless it was Raphoe who settled the quickest with midfield three
relentlessly working and creating possibilities. Soairse Deasley out on the wing finally
broke via, composed herself and despatched a superb shot in to open up the scoring. The
ladies pushed on to attempt to get a second however the Ballyraine defence and goalkeeper was
fast of her line. The second half once more noticed Raphoe begin brightly with Cara O'Connell
and Iona McCarron getting in on objective simply not capable of end off. A mixture up quickly after in
our personal field meant Ballyraine received a penalty. Up stepped Éadaoin Kennedy and Lylah went the proper route however simply couldn't get something on it. All sq. now and the ladies
labored tirelessly to maintain it at that however Ballyraine needed extra as they pressed
frequently and have been rewarded with a superb strike from exterior the field by Lucy Fabisiak.
They added a 3rd simply earlier than the top via Finaly Doherty. An awesome Aggressive
recreation, with the Raphoe ladies giving a efficiency of the season thus far. Effectively accomplished to
Ballyraine and good luck for the remainder of the season.
Group 2
Drumbar United 1 – 1 Convoy Arsenal
Convoy Arsenal was welcomed for league motion to Drumbar. Drumbar was the
dominant of the 2 sides for a majority of the sport , however the higher spells of play have been
unable to transform their possession into probability, with Emma Mcnult discovering web within the first
half. Convoys scoring alternatives have been uncommon and thwarted by the spectacular Drumbar
backline and the stylish Emie mcnulty in Drumbars midfield holding robust. Convoys
equaliser got here halfway via the 2nd half when a fast counter assault caught the
Drumbar defence out, a superb end to the highest nook of the Drumbar objective introduced
the edges stage. Drumbar thought they scored the winner with an outstanding Alex Crawford
effort that appeared to hit the within of the aspect netting. Nonetheless, the ref deemed no objective.
One a chunk was the complete time end in a really entertaining recreation from each side performed
in nice aggressive spirit.
Beneath 14
Group 2
Finn Valley 5 – 0 Donegal City A
Finn valley performed towards a breeze within the 1st half however began effectively and took the lead thro
Ella oduku on 20mins. Caoimhe Sleigh doubled the lead minutes later with an excellent end
after a group transfer. Oduku bought her 2nd 5mins earlier than the break with a superb particular person
objective. Each groups make change and the second half was a tighter affair with donegal
city trying harmful on the break. Sarah Campbell bought valleys 4th 15mins into the
2nd half with a tidy end. Lily Floyd completed the scored after an excellent run from midfield
after an excellent via ball from Aibhe mc elchar. An excellent free flowing recreation by each group
and the referee who had an excellent recreation additionally.
Group 3
Gweedore United 0 – 2 Glenea United
This recreation performed on a wonderful night noticed a spirited Glenea aspect inflict the primary defeat
of the season on an under-strength Gweedore group. The sport began with each side
discovering their toes and took each groups some time to settle. The house aspect started to press the Glenea defence, however Lucy Doohan led her defence effectively and saved the guests
attackers at bay by proscribing them to nook kicks on quite a few events. Jenny
Cocoran for the guests was harmful on the break and her arduous work paid off within the
seventeenth minute when Cocoran's stress triggered a defensive combine up which fell to Sarah
Coyle who completed effectively from shut vary to make it 1-0. Gweedore pushed arduous to get
again on stage phrases with Lily Rodgers, Lucy Boyd and debutants Chloe Mc Cauley and
Kelsey Mc Fadden making the Glenea keeper save on quite a lot of events. Within the
second half Gweedore had the vast majority of the possession however couldn't break down a
tight defence with the keeper additionally making good saves. The house aspect had an excellent
probability to equalise within the forty seventh minute once they have been awarded a penalty, however the
keeper once more saved effectively from Lucy Boyd to maintain the one objective benefit. 3 minutes
later, Áine Mangan struck a beautiful free kick from exterior the field into the again of the online
leaving Nuala Doherty within the Gweedore nets with no probability. Gweedore pressed till
the top to no avail. It was an excellent tight match with 4 debutants Kelsey Mc Fadden, Lucy
Mc Geehan, Leah Ward and Chloe Mc Cauley doing effectively for Gweedore and Lucy
Doohan, Áine Mangan and Jenny Cocoran excelling for the guests on the night time. Effectively
accomplished to each units of gamers for placing on an excellent entertaining recreation for the nice flip
out on a beautiful night.
Referee: Mick Lagan
Group 4
Glenree 0 – 1 Kilmacrennan Celtic
Milford United bt Swilly Rovers
Milford United performed Swilly Rovers on Friday night time with Milford popping out on prime.
Milford put in an excellent group efficiency with the scorers unfold round.
Week 6 Fixtures
06.05.2024 19:00
Interleague Cup Quarter Closing (Senior Girls)
Bonagee United – Rasheeny
Raphoe City – Greencastle
07.05.2024 18:30
Beneath 12
Group 1
Lagan Harps – Bonagee United
Letterkenny Rovers – Illistrin
Group 2
Cappry Rovers A – Donegal City
Drumbar United A – Letterbarrow Celtic Youths
Group 3
Drumkeen United – Convoy Arsenal
Raphoe City – Finn Valley A
Group 4
Dunfanaghy Youths – Gweedore Celtic
Keadue Rovers – Gweedore United A
Group 5
Glenree – Milford United
Swilly Rovers – Mulroy Academy
Group 6
Ballyraine Celtic – Drumbar United B
Finn Valley B – Cappry Rovers B
Gweedore United B – Letterkenny Rovers B
Friendlies
Kilmacrennan Celtic – Ballyraine Harps
08.05.2024 18:30
Beneath 16
Group 1
Raphoe City – Ballyraine
Letterkenny Rovers – Bonagee United
Group 2
Drumbar United – St Catherines
Cappry Rovers – Convoy Arsenal
Group 3
Illistrin – Mulroy Academy
Milford United – Keadue Rovers
10.05.2024 18:30
Beneath 14
Group 1
Donegal City B – Ballyraine
Raphoe City – Bonagee United
Letterkenny Rovers – Lagan Harps
Group 2
Convoy Arsenal – Cappry Rovers
St Catherines – Donegal City
Drumbar United – Finn Valley
Group 3
Keadue Rovers – Glenea United
Gweedore United – Gweedore Celtic
Group 4
Illistrin – Swilly Rovers
Milford United – Kilmacrennan Celtic
Glenree – Mulroy Academy
Donegal Ladies’s League match stories and fixtures was final modified: Could 4th, 2024 by