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Darragh Cross Notes for week of 25th April

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By Daniel Murray

Darragh Cross GAC notes:

Senior result- Saul 1-09 Darragh Cross 1-10
A pulsating local derby at St Patricks Park, Saul on Friday evening was deservedly won by Darragh Cross. Darragh had built up a four point lead by half time, but this was quickly wiped out in the first five minutes of the  second half by Saul. However, Darragh showed determination, fighting spirit and that they can hold their nerve under pressure to hold out for a single point victory.
The game began like a typical derby match, scrappy play and many stoppages for frees. Darragh's Gary Kennedy and Saul's Peter McKenna each pointed twice from frees in the first fifteen minutes. Padraig Mageen, who lined out and centre half forward replacing Tom McMahon who wasn't fit to start, edged Darragh ahead midway through the half with a fine left footed score. Minutes later it was Mageean again with another point after a darting run forward.
Darragh then got a goal to go five points clear, when Gary Kennedy received the ball on the fourteen following a slick move and fired under the keeper and over the line, despite the best attempts from the Saul defender to keep it out. Saul responded well with two Michael Vint frees, however another well-taken Mageean point gave the visitors a four point advantage at the break.
Michael Vint, Sauls most dangerous attacker on the day, got the first score of the second half with an early point. This was Saul's first score from play. Minutes later Saul were awarded a very dubious penalty. Marty McGreevy had fought back bravely to block a shot on goal by Vint, however the referee adjudged him to have touched the ball on the ground, infuriating the Darragh players and bench. The penalty was tucked away by Peter McKenna and Saul had pulled level. McKenna then scored another free and Darragh feared the worst.
Tom McMahon was introduced, and within minutes had put Darragh a point ahead with two pointed frees. Saul responded with two more scores from frees to go a point up again, but a Gareth McGovern free levelled up the scores going into the final five minutes. A point from Jason Dagens gave Saul the advantage, however Darragh responded immediately with a long range accurate shot from Gerard Marks which sailed over the bar. In the final minute Darragh were awarded a free on the 21 and the left boot of Gareth McGovern tucked it over to clinch victory. In a scrappy match, with only seven scores coming from play, Darragh did deserve this victory. Captain Eugene Murray had a terrific game at centre half back, and was helped by impressive performances from Ryan McGreevy and Paddy Murray alongside him. John McCarthy and Dermot Timaney battled throughout to just edge the midfield sector, and Padraig Mageean and Gary Kennedy carried the attacking threat.
Darragh Scorers - G Kennedy (1-2), P Mageean (0-3), T McMahon (0-2), G McGovern (0-2), G Marks (0-1).
Saul Scorers - P McKenna (1-5), M Vint (0-3), J Dagens (0-1).

This Friday the Seniors are home to Warrenpoint, throw in is at 6.45pm.

The Senior hurlers continued their winning streak with a one point victory over Portaferry at home last Tuesday night. Darragh were behind up until the last few minutes, when a goal from Des Sweeny gave them a narrow win. The team  have a bye on Tuesday night before an away match against Clonduff the following week. Training takes place on Thursday nights at 7.15pm.

The reserve match on Sunday night was postponed due to the pitch in Newcastle being unplayable. This Sunday the reserves are home to Ardglass with a 7pm throw-in.

Congratulations to Marcus Miskelly who was part of the Down Under-21 panel which won the Ulster title on Saturday. Marcus scored the equalising point in normal time which brought the match into extra time.

Darragh Cross GAC notes:

Senior result- Saul 1-09 Darragh Cross 1-10
A pulsating local derby at St Patricks Park, Saul on Friday evening was deservedly won by Darragh Cross. Darragh had built up a four point lead by half time, but this was quickly wiped out in the first five minutes of the second half by Saul. However, Darragh showed determination, fighting spirit and that they can hold their nerve under pressure to hold out for a single point victory.
The game began like a typical derby match, scrappy play and many stoppages for frees. Darragh's Gary Kennedy and Saul's Peter McKenna each pointed twice from frees in the first fifteen minutes. Padraig Mageen, who lined out and centre half forward replacing Tom McMahon who wasn't fit to start, edged Darragh ahead midway through the half with a fine left footed score. Minutes later it was Mageean again with another point after a darting run forward.
Darragh then got a goal to go five points clear, when Gary Kennedy received the ball on the fourteen following a slick move and fired under the keeper and over the line, despite the best attempts from the Saul defender to keep it out. Saul responded well with two Michael Vint frees, however another well-taken Mageean point gave the visitors a four point advantage at the break.
Michael Vint, Sauls most dangerous attacker on the day, got the first score of the second half with an early point. This was Saul's first score from play. Minutes later Saul were awarded a very dubious penalty. Marty McGreevy had fought back bravely to block a shot on goal by Vint, however the referee adjudged him to have touched the ball on the ground, infuriating the Darragh players and bench. The penalty was tucked away by Peter McKenna and Saul had pulled level. McKenna then scored another free and Darragh feared the worst.
Tom McMahon was introduced, and within minutes had put Darragh a point ahead with two pointed frees. Saul responded with two more scores from frees to go a point up again, but a Gareth McGovern free levelled up the scores going into the final five minutes. A point from Jason Dagens gave Saul the advantage, however Darragh responded immediately with a long range accurate shot from Gerard Marks which sailed over the bar. In the final minute Darragh were awarded a free on the 21 and the left boot of Gareth McGovern tucked it over to clinch victory. In a scrappy match, with only seven scores coming from play, Darragh did deserve this victory. Captain Eugene Murray had a terrific game at centre half back, and was helped by impressive performances from Ryan McGreevy and Paddy Murray alongside him. John McCarthy and Dermot Timaney battled throughout to just edge the midfield sector, and Padraig Mageean and Gary Kennedy carried the attacking threat.
Darragh Scorers - G Kennedy (1-2), P Mageean (0-3), T McMahon (0-2), G
McGovern (0-2), G Marks (0-1).
Saul Scorers - P McKenna (1-5), M Vint (0-3), J Dagens (0-1).

This Friday the Seniors are home to Warrenpoint, throw in is at 6.45pm.

The Senior hurlers continued their winning streak with a one point victory
over Portaferry at home last Tuesday night. Darragh were behind up until the
last few minutes, when a goal from Des Sweeny gave them a narrow win. The
team  have a bye on Tuesday night before an away match against Clonduff the
following week. Training takes place on Thursday nights at 7.15pm.

The reserve match on Sunday night was postponed due to the pitch in
Newcastle being unplayable. This Sunday the reserves are home to Ardglass
with a 7pm throw-in.

Congratulations to Marcus Miskelly who was part of the Down Under-21 panel
which won the Ulster title on Saturday. Marcus scored the equalising point
in normal time which brought the match into extra time.

Darragh Cross GAC notes:

Senior result- Saul 1-09 Darragh Cross 1-10
A pulsating local derby at St Patricks Park, Saul on Friday evening was
deservedly won by Darragh Cross. Darragh had built up a four point lead by
half time, but this was quickly wiped out in the first five minutes of the
second half by Saul. However, Darragh showed determination, fighting spirit
and that they can hold their nerve under pressure to hold out for a single
point victory.
The game began like a typical derby match, scrappy play and many stoppages
for frees. Darragh's Gary Kennedy and Saul's Peter McKenna each pointed
twice from frees in the first fifteen minutes. Padraig Mageen, who lined out
and centre half forward replacing Tom McMahon who wasn't fit to start, edged
Darragh ahead midway through the half with a fine left footed score. Minutes
later it was Mageean again with another point after a darting run forward.
Darragh then got a goal to go five points clear, when Gary Kennedy received
the ball on the fourteen following a slick move and fired under the keeper
and over the line, despite the best attempts from the Saul defender to keep
it out. Saul responded well with two Michael Vint frees, however another
well-taken Mageean point gave the visitors a four point advantage at the
break.
Michael Vint, Sauls most dangerous attacker on the day, got the first score
of the second half with an early point. This was Saul's first score from
play. Minutes later Saul were awarded a very dubious penalty. Marty McGreevy
had fought back bravely to block a shot on goal by Vint, however the referee
adjudged him to have touched the ball on the ground, infuriating the Darragh
players and bench. The penalty was tucked away by Peter McKenna and Saul had
pulled level. McKenna then scored another free and Darragh feared the worst.
Tom McMahon was introduced, and within minutes had put Darragh a point ahead
with two pointed frees. Saul responded with two more scores from frees to go
a point up again, but a Gareth McGovern free levelled up the scores going
into the final five minutes. A point from Jason Dagens gave Saul the
advantage, however Darragh responded immediately with a long range accurate
shot from Gerard Marks which sailed over the bar. In the final minute
Darragh were awarded a free on the 21 and the left boot of Gareth McGovern
tucked it over to clinch victory. In a scrappy match, with only seven scores
coming from play, Darragh did deserve this victory. Captain Eugene Murray
had a terrific game at centre half back, and was helped by impressive
performances from Ryan McGreevy and Paddy Murray alongside him. John
McCarthy and Dermot Timaney battled throughout to just edge the midfield
sector, and Padraig Mageean and Gary Kennedy carried the attacking threat.
Darragh Scorers - G Kennedy (1-2), P Mageean (0-3), T McMahon (0-2), G
McGovern (0-2), G Marks (0-1).
Saul Scorers - P McKenna (1-5), M Vint (0-3), J Dagens (0-1).

This Friday the Seniors are home to Warrenpoint, throw in is at 6.45pm.

The Senior hurlers continued their winning streak with a one point victory
over Portaferry at home last Tuesday night. Darragh were behind up until the
last few minutes, when a goal from Des Sweeny gave them a narrow win. The
team  have a bye on Tuesday night before an away match against Clonduff the
following week. Training takes place on Thursday nights at 7.15pm.

The reserve match on Sunday night was postponed due to the pitch in
Newcastle being unplayable. This Sunday the reserves are home to Ardglass
with a 7pm throw-in.

Congratulations to Marcus Miskelly who was part of the Down Under-21 panel
which won the Ulster title on Saturday. Marcus scored the equalising point
in normal time which brought the match into extra time.

Darragh Cross GAC notes:

Senior result- Saul 1-09 Darragh Cross 1-10
A pulsating local derby at St Patricks Park, Saul on Friday evening was
deservedly won by Darragh Cross. Darragh had built up a four point lead by
half time, but this was quickly wiped out in the first five minutes of the
second half by Saul. However, Darragh showed determination, fighting spirit
and that they can hold their nerve under pressure to hold out for a single
point victory.
The game began like a typical derby match, scrappy play and many stoppages
for frees. Darragh's Gary Kennedy and Saul's Peter McKenna each pointed
twice from frees in the first fifteen minutes. Padraig Mageen, who lined out
and centre half forward replacing Tom McMahon who wasn't fit to start, edged
Darragh ahead midway through the half with a fine left footed score. Minutes
later it was Mageean again with another point after a darting run forward.
Darragh then got a goal to go five points clear, when Gary Kennedy received
the ball on the fourteen following a slick move and fired under the keeper
and over the line, despite the best attempts from the Saul defender to keep
it out. Saul responded well with two Michael Vint frees, however another
well-taken Mageean point gave the visitors a four point advantage at the
break.
Michael Vint, Sauls most dangerous attacker on the day, got the first score
of the second half with an early point. This was Saul's first score from
play. Minutes later Saul were awarded a very dubious penalty. Marty McGreevy
had fought back bravely to block a shot on goal by Vint, however the referee
adjudged him to have touched the ball on the ground, infuriating the Darragh
players and bench. The penalty was tucked away by Peter McKenna and Saul had
pulled level. McKenna then scored another free and Darragh feared the worst.
Tom McMahon was introduced, and within minutes had put Darragh a point ahead
with two pointed frees. Saul responded with two more scores from frees to go
a point up again, but a Gareth McGovern free levelled up the scores going
into the final five minutes. A point from Jason Dagens gave Saul the
advantage, however Darragh responded immediately with a long range accurate
shot from Gerard Marks which sailed over the bar. In the final minute
Darragh were awarded a free on the 21 and the left boot of Gareth McGovern
tucked it over to clinch victory. In a scrappy match, with only seven scores
coming from play, Darragh did deserve this victory. Captain Eugene Murray
had a terrific game at centre half back, and was helped by impressive
performances from Ryan McGreevy and Paddy Murray alongside him. John
McCarthy and Dermot Timaney battled throughout to just edge the midfield
sector, and Padraig Mageean and Gary Kennedy carried the attacking threat.
Darragh Scorers - G Kennedy (1-2), P Mageean (0-3), T McMahon (0-2), G
McGovern (0-2), G Marks (0-1).
Saul Scorers - P McKenna (1-5), M Vint (0-3), J Dagens (0-1).

This Friday the Seniors are home to Warrenpoint, throw in is at 6.45pm.

The Senior hurlers continued their winning streak with a one point victory
over Portaferry at home last Tuesday night. Darragh were behind up until the
last few minutes, when a goal from Des Sweeny gave them a narrow win. The
team  have a bye on Tuesday night before an away match against Clonduff the
following week. Training takes place on Thursday nights at 7.15pm.

The reserve match on Sunday night was postponed due to the pitch in
Newcastle being unplayable. This Sunday the reserves are home to Ardglass
with a 7pm throw-in.

Congratulations to Marcus Miskelly who was part of the Down Under-21 panel
which won the Ulster title on Saturday. Marcus scored the equalising point
in normal time which brought the match into extra time.

Darragh Cross GAC notes:

Senior result- Saul 1-09 Darragh Cross 1-10
A pulsating local derby at St Patricks Park, Saul on Friday evening was
deservedly won by Darragh Cross. Darragh had built up a four point lead by
half time, but this was quickly wiped out in the first five minutes of the
second half by Saul. However, Darragh showed determination, fighting spirit
and that they can hold their nerve under pressure to hold out for a single
point victory.
The game began like a typical derby match, scrappy play and many stoppages
for frees. Darragh's Gary Kennedy and Saul's Peter McKenna each pointed
twice from frees in the first fifteen minutes. Padraig Mageen, who lined out
and centre half forward replacing Tom McMahon who wasn't fit to start, edged
Darragh ahead midway through the half with a fine left footed score. Minutes
later it was Mageean again with another point after a darting run forward.
Darragh then got a goal to go five points clear, when Gary Kennedy received
the ball on the fourteen following a slick move and fired under the keeper
and over the line, despite the best attempts from the Saul defender to keep
it out. Saul responded well with two Michael Vint frees, however another
well-taken Mageean point gave the visitors a four point advantage at the
break.
Michael Vint, Sauls most dangerous attacker on the day, got the first score
of the second half with an early point. This was Saul's first score from
play. Minutes later Saul were awarded a very dubious penalty. Marty McGreevy
had fought back bravely to block a shot on goal by Vint, however the referee
adjudged him to have touched the ball on the ground, infuriating the Darragh
players and bench. The penalty was tucked away by Peter McKenna and Saul had
pulled level. McKenna then scored another free and Darragh feared the worst.
Tom McMahon was introduced, and within minutes had put Darragh a point ahead
with two pointed frees. Saul responded with two more scores from frees to go
a point up again, but a Gareth McGovern free levelled up the scores going
into the final five minutes. A point from Jason Dagens gave Saul the
advantage, however Darragh responded immediately with a long range accurate
shot from Gerard Marks which sailed over the bar. In the final minute
Darragh were awarded a free on the 21 and the left boot of Gareth McGovern
tucked it over to clinch victory. In a scrappy match, with only seven scores
coming from play, Darragh did deserve this victory. Captain Eugene Murray
had a terrific game at centre half back, and was helped by impressive
performances from Ryan McGreevy and Paddy Murray alongside him. John
McCarthy and Dermot Timaney battled throughout to just edge the midfield
sector, and Padraig Mageean and Gary Kennedy carried the attacking threat.
Darragh Scorers - G Kennedy (1-2), P Mageean (0-3), T McMahon (0-2), G
McGovern (0-2), G Marks (0-1).
Saul Scorers - P McKenna (1-5), M Vint (0-3), J Dagens (0-1).

This Friday the Seniors are home to Warrenpoint, throw in is at 6.45pm.

The Senior hurlers continued their winning streak with a one point victory
over Portaferry at home last Tuesday night. Darragh were behind up until the
last few minutes, when a goal from Des Sweeny gave them a narrow win. The
team  have a bye on Tuesday night before an away match against Clonduff the
following week. Training takes place on Thursday nights at 7.15pm.

The reserve match on Sunday night was postponed due to the pitch in
Newcastle being unplayable. This Sunday the reserves are home to Ardglass
with a 7pm throw-in.

Congratulations to Marcus Miskelly who was part of the Down Under-21 panel
which won the Ulster title on Saturday. Marcus scored the equalising point
in normal time which brought the match into extra time.

Darragh Cross GAC notes:

Senior result- Saul 1-09 Darragh Cross 1-10
A pulsating local derby at St Patricks Park, Saul on Friday evening was
deservedly won by Darragh Cross. Darragh had built up a four point lead by
half time, but this was quickly wiped out in the first five minutes of the
second half by Saul. However, Darragh showed determination, fighting spirit
and that they can hold their nerve under pressure to hold out for a single
point victory.
The game began like a typical derby match, scrappy play and many stoppages
for frees. Darragh's Gary Kennedy and Saul's Peter McKenna each pointed
twice from frees in the first fifteen minutes. Padraig Mageen, who lined out
and centre half forward replacing Tom McMahon who wasn't fit to start, edged
Darragh ahead midway through the half with a fine left footed score. Minutes
later it was Mageean again with another point after a darting run forward.
Darragh then got a goal to go five points clear, when Gary Kennedy received
the ball on the fourteen following a slick move and fired under the keeper
and over the line, despite the best attempts from the Saul defender to keep
it out. Saul responded well with two Michael Vint frees, however another
well-taken Mageean point gave the visitors a four point advantage at the
break.
Michael Vint, Sauls most dangerous attacker on the day, got the first score
of the second half with an early point. This was Saul's first score from
play. Minutes later Saul were awarded a very dubious penalty. Marty McGreevy
had fought back bravely to block a shot on goal by Vint, however the referee
adjudged him to have touched the ball on the ground, infuriating the Darragh
players and bench. The penalty was tucked away by Peter McKenna and Saul had
pulled level. McKenna then scored another free and Darragh feared the worst.
Tom McMahon was introduced, and within minutes had put Darragh a point ahead
with two pointed frees. Saul responded with two more scores from frees to go
a point up again, but a Gareth McGovern free levelled up the scores going
into the final five minutes. A point from Jason Dagens gave Saul the
advantage, however Darragh responded immediately with a long range accurate
shot from Gerard Marks which sailed over the bar. In the final minute
Darragh were awarded a free on the 21 and the left boot of Gareth McGovern
tucked it over to clinch victory. In a scrappy match, with only seven scores
coming from play, Darragh did deserve this victory. Captain Eugene Murray
had a terrific game at centre half back, and was helped by impressive
performances from Ryan McGreevy and Paddy Murray alongside him. John
McCarthy and Dermot Timaney battled throughout to just edge the midfield
sector, and Padraig Mageean and Gary Kennedy carried the attacking threat.
Darragh Scorers - G Kennedy (1-2), P Mageean (0-3), T McMahon (0-2), G
McGovern (0-2), G Marks (0-1).
Saul Scorers - P McKenna (1-5), M Vint (0-3), J Dagens (0-1).

This Friday the Seniors are home to Warrenpoint, throw in is at 6.45pm.

The Senior hurlers continued their winning streak with a one point victory over Portaferry at home last Tuesday night. Darragh were behind up until the last few minutes, when a goal from Des Sweeny gave them a narrow win. The team  have a bye on Tuesday night before an away match against Clonduff the following week. Training takes place on Thursday nights at 7.15pm.

The reserve match on Sunday night was postponed due to the pitch in Newcastle being unplayable. This Sunday the reserves are home to Ardglass with a 7pm throw-in.

Congratulations to Marcus Miskelly who was part of the Down Under-21 panel which won the Ulster title on Saturday. Marcus scored the equalising point in normal time which brought the match into extra time.