Wednesday 6 April 2016

Under 12 Girls Team Returns For 1st Time in a decade!

NEW BEGINNINGS FOR U12 GIRLS

In muddy conditions the girls U12 played their first match in 10 years with beautiful new jerseys , sponsored by Courtyard Cafe on Teeling Street. 

St John's started the match with no 12 year olds , only a single 11 year old along with 6 girls who have yet to make their First Holy Communion. 

What all these players lacked in height and years they made up for in tenacity , courage and spirit. 

Heather and Grace were brave in defense ably assisted by Faith, Aibhe and Emily. Ava was strong with her kick outs and saved plenty.

Faílenn was an asset when she arrived and spread the ball well. Rachel was tenacious and skillful and partnered brilliantly with Naomi who came on in the 2nd half.

Between them they scored 6 times, a pointed free by Rachel and a goal and 4 points from play by Naomi. 

Claudia and Louise were very strong, Mimi covered great ground , Shannon , Jersey & Julie marked and passed very well . 

The girls who were not mentioned yet were reserved til the end on purpose. 

They are the 2nd class crew who are 8 years of age. They deserve the biggest praise. Tonight they did their families proud , catching , kicking , passing and blocking opposition 4 years older and 2 feet taller ! 

Aibhe McC ,Annabelle,  Ceoladh , Ciara, Emma , Rachel (already mentioned !) They subbed on and off every 4 minutes , without complaining , recharging their batteries to unleash more skill . 

Huge thanks to all the supporters who came to our first match , to Rachel and Danielle - our mentors , to Gerard for starting up this team for the girls of the community and coaching them every week . Here's to many more matches with as much fun . Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sé! 


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