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Under 6 Rossa Ogs Update

eugene kerr — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 21:35:14 +0000

On Thursday 12^th August the Rossas Under 6 team made their first visit to the All County blitz held in Owenbeg. The Rossas put up gallant performances against strong opposition from Bellaghy, Kilrea and Coleraine. In each game they proved to be a match for their opponents and did themselves and their strong band of supporters proud.

Team ; Ronan Walls, Conor Grimes, Paul Mc Nally, Eimear Lennox, Jarlath Gormley, Cahir Quinn, Eoin Mc Evoy.

On Thursday 19^th August the boys and girls were on their travels again, this time making the trip to Ballinascreen. The Rossas fielded 2 teams on the night and again put in super performances – keep up the good work ! The large crowd were treated to some entertaining football on the night and all the boys and girls involved had a very enjoyable evening. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Ballinascreen club for their warm welcome.

Allstars team : Mark Lee, Conal Higgins, Megan Doyle, Cahir Quinn, Simon Matterson, David Donnelly, Jarlath Gormley.

Superstars team : Eoin Mc Evoy, Paul Mc Nally, Oisin Mc Cabe, Eimear Lennox, Callum Campbell, Conor Grimes.

Rossa Og coaching continues every Sunday 12.00 – 1.00 at Rossa Park and we would welcome any new boys or girls to come and join the fun.

Under 8’s V Ballinascreen Update

eugene kerr — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 20:49:00 +0000

U8 Blitz v Ballinascreen, Sunday 7th March
On Sunday 7th March Rossa U8’s hosted a blitz against Ballinascreen at Meadowbank Arena. There was an excellent turnout from both clubs who competed on 3 pitches for an hour. The standard of football on display was excellent as was the spirit in which the games were played. This was a stern challenge for our U8’s against strong Ballinascreen opposition.
All the Rossa teams put on very good displays, the most satisfying part of which was how well our players competed for the ball. All the players worked really hard for each other and there were many good passages of play. It was pleasing to see how much our players are improving as they are becoming more used to playing against other clubs. As well as good teamwork there were good individual performances with players making some great blocks and taking fine scores. As expected, Ballinascreen proved very strong opposition and were a very good test with all the games closely contested. Many thanks to them for coming. Everyone agreed it was great fun and we’ll be training hard for the next one! Remember to keep practising at home!

Errigle Squad                     Slemish Squad                      Sperrin Squad
Aodhan O’Loughlin         Leon Martin                         Rachel Tohill
Mark Higgins                     Jon Mc Allister                     Conal Heaney
Marcus Mc Elwee            Rory Clarke                            Odhran Martin
Jonathan McErlain        Oisin Quinn                            Maeve Shields
Joel Bell                               Aaron Donnelly                   Allana Campbell
Shea Mc Guckin                Dan Higgins                           Ben Diamond
Aidan Mc Cluskey           Darragh Wade                       Patrick Laverty
Shea Mc Sorley                 Patrick Doherty                  Luke Mc Cann
Finn Diamond                   Jamie Gribben                      Nicole Hastings
Caolan Crozier                  James Mc Cloy                     Michael Mullan
                                                Ryan Lennox                         Eoin Mc Kee
                                                                                                     Connor Mc Kee
                                                                                                     Shea Mc Corry

U8 Football Update

eugene kerr — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:55:49 +0000

Congratulations to the U8 teams, Errigal, Slemish and Sperrin, for their great performances against excellent Lavey U8 teams on Saturday. The hard work that has gone into training by the entire U8 squad to improve “passing and movement” skills was evident for all to see in these competitive matches. Thanks also to parents for their much needed support, encouragement and transportation!

The Rossa U8 coaches would like to extend particular thanks to Lavey for their hospitality, organisation and commitment to making this a “fun” event for all U8 players. The new Lavey facility and indoor 3G playing surface is second to none.

Meadowbank Arena is not available this Sunday (28th February) for regular trainings. Parents are asked to respond to Teamer texts as updates become available. In the meantime, all U8 players are asked to concentrate on their daily “skills challenge”. This week’s challenge is “jump and high catch”.

ROSSA OG PRIMARY COACHING POSTPONED FOR 1 WEEK

eugene kerr — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 23:27:49 +0000

Rossa Og Primary Coaching is postponed for 1 week due to Special Olympics being held in Meadowbank this Sunday. All Group 2 /P2 players are asked to meet at St Marys Convent on SATURDAY 6^th March no later than 10.10 am for a Gaelic Start session run by County Coaching Officers. Could all P2 parents please text Martin Donnelly ( 07958047318 ) with their numbers to ensure that they are all there. .