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    Tara Tournament 2010

    Saturday 10th April, Tir Chonaill Park, Greenford

     

    Tara tournament 2010 saw the entry of 2 Croydon Teams in both the senior and junior cup competition to fight for their first lot of silverware of the year.  The seniors, in a tough group, finished second to reach the semis only to be overcome by visitors Shannon rovers.  The juniors fought their way through an all London group to finish top and defeat their hosts Tara in the semis only to be beaten by a new-look Erin Go Bragh in the final.  An encouraging start to the season for both teams and with a number of notable absences on both teams, this proved a promising day out.

     

    The annual seven aside Tara Tournament, held on the weekend after Easter, saw a total of 14 teams participate;8 senior teams, two from Killimor Galway, one from Shannon Rovers, Liverpool University , Croydon, an amalgamation of Father Murphy’s and Brother Pearses and 2 Tara teams; 6 junior teams; London Camanachad, Green Isle, Tara, EGB,  Croydon and an amalgamation of Father Murphy’s and Brother Pearses.

     

    As ever the sun shone down on Tir Chonaill Park in Greenford as the teams arrived for registrations at 9.30.  Sheila Fernades was efficient as,ever presiding over events with the official draw taking place after registrations and teams making their way to pitches to get the games under way.

    As luck would have it the times of the Croydon Senior and Junior clashed with Neil Daly having to man the sidelines meant he would do as much running as his girls on the field.

     

    Senior Competition

    Croydon seniors were drawn against Killimor (Team 2) from Galway, Tara and Br. Murphy’s in the group stages of the tournament. First up was Killmor with a decisive win against the visitors. All the girls quickly settled into the game with Katie Cullen and Celine O’Connor linking up with well each other in the forwards and Sharon McNeela contributing with some well taken scores from midfield. The backline held firm to keep the Galway girls out.
    Croydon’s second group game was against a very strong Tara team. Claire McCarthy had a busy time in goal, pulling off some excellent saves. Even though the girls battled bravely they were unable to keep Tara at bay. Rita O’Mahoney’s brief appearance in the backline could not prevent this talented team from scoring!
    Croydon’s third encounter was again against another London based team. This time it was against a combination of girls from Brother Pearse’s and Fr. Murphys, who were aptly named Brother Murphy’s. With the rivalry between these teams and due to the fact that the winners progressed to the Cup semi-final this game promised to be an immense battle. With some strong tackles from both sides, Croydon emerged as winners. The backline worked hard to minimise the threat of the Br. Murphy’s and again the midfield worked tirelessly to provide ball for the always eager forwards.
    Next up was a Cup semi-final against Shannon Rovers from Tipperary. This was another very tough game with the Rover’s girls proving too strong for Croydon. Even with Sarah Allen using various body parts in goal it was not meant to be Croydon’s day! Shannon Rover’s went on to beat Tara in the Final.
    
    

     

    Junior Competition

    In the Junior competition, the draw saw Croydon pitted against all London opponents in the form of Green Isle and a Brother Pearses/Father Murphy’s combination.

    The first of two fixtures saw the juniors take to the field against BP/FM.  It was an even sided  first half with much of the action around the middle of the field.  With nothing in it at half time and Croydon trailing, a half time change saw goalie Mel Power take centre field and earn her player of the game making some good runs to link with forwards Bridget Hehir and Sarah Gaughan to get on the scoreboard and edge their way in front and eventually overcoming their opposition with a score of  3.2 to 1.1

    Next up was Green Isle; games between these two south London clubs are always hard fought and this performance was no different.  There were some immense battles throughout the field,  It seemed nothing could separate the teams and it was only through the errors of Green Isle that Croydon were able to gain advantage by pointing from frees.  Michelle Barry had an outstanding second half to be nominated as player of the game.

    With two victories in the bag Croydon finished top of group easing their way to the knock out stages to come head to head with their hosts.  It was evident that neither team wanted to lose as a physical battle ensued.  The anti was set a high pace and through the use of some clever substitution Croydon proved the stronger force and sealed victory with a scoreline of 2-1 to 0-3.

    Warwickshire side, Erin Go Bragh also having eased past their opponents throughout the day also saw them make the final against Croydon.   The two teams were evenly matched and the seven a side format ensured a fast paced game.  EGB had the better start edging ahead on the score board.  Croydon were not to be deterred with Karen Collins putting in some fine clearances to get the ball to her forwards whose scores were on target through the posts but sadly they couldn’t find the net.

    There was silence at the final whistle as both teams waited for the referee to announce the final score, 2-1 to 0-6, a single point ensuring that the Cup went to Erin Go Bragh for the very first time.

     

    Despite the losses of the day, both Croydon Seniors and Juniors steadily improved throughout the tournament and gave a very encouraging start to the season.

     

    Seniors: Elaine Dunphy, Sharon Mcneela, Sarah Allen, Celine O’Connor, Sinead O’Donoghue, Katie Cullen, Claire Lenihan, Rita O’Mahoney, Mairead Agnew, Claire McCarthy

     

    Juniors: Jenni McGivney, Bridget Hehir, Karen Collins, Mel Power, Michelle Barry, Sarah Gaughan, Alison Kelly, Rosie O’Dwyer, Mary MacArthur, Aodhnait Connors

     

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