ST John’s winning their first county title in more than 50years is a phenonemal achievement. What struck me most about the interviews afterwards was that so many of the lads spoke about resilience. They said it was their resilience that got them through in the end, and they were absolutely right. I’ve huge respect for Cushendall, Dunloy, […]
By Michael McMullan ST John’s manager Gerard Cunningham said it’s a case of “business as usual” as they prepare for the club’s first senior hurling final in 31 years. They face Loughgiel who are aiming to get their red and white ribbons on the Volunteer Cup for the first time since 2016. Whatever way Sunday […]
By Michael McMullan LOUGHGIEL manager Shane McMahon says Sunday’s Antrim semi-final showdown with Dunloy is a “massive step up” but hopes his charges can bring the same intensity to battle. The Shamrocks have lost three finals since the Volunteer Cup wintered with them in 2016. Captain Tiernan Coyle was a member of that team but […]
THE club championship are now in full flow in all the counties across Ulster. We take a look ahead to another busy weekend of games as the heat begins to rise as final days get closer. Here are the Antrim fixtures…. ANTRIM SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP QUARTER-FINALS Rossa v St John’s Advertisement Saturday, Naomh Éanna, 4pm […]
By Michael McMullan ST John’s manager Gerard Cunningham is expecting a frantic game when they lock horns with Belfast rivals Rossa this weekend in the Antrim SHC. The prize is a spot in the semi-finals and Cunningham feels his side can mix it with anyone on any given day. After hanging up his boots, he […]
A FORTNIGHT ago we got the news we’d all been dreading as my clubmate Eunan Harvey passed away from cancer. Eunan was a special person and an outstanding sportsman. He played hurling for Glenariff and we were all proud to see him represent the Antrim minor hurlers. He was also a fine footballer for Con Magee’s. He was only 17 […]
By Michael McMullan DUNLOY joint-manager Shane Elliott is content with his side’s progress but feels there is work to be done. They face St John’s this weekend in a top of the table clash that will decide who advances straight to the semi-final spot as group winners. The former goalkeeper manages the team with Liam […]
There is a full round of hurling fixtures on this weekend in Antrim. Here are the details at the time of going to print. Check the Antrim website for any changes before travelling. ANTRIM SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Advertisement GROUP 1 Rossa v Loughgiel Saturday, Dunsilly, 5pm THE game of the weekend in Antrim between the […]
By Michael McMullan WINNING a first league title in 30 years was a massive boost but Rossa’s focus is now locked in making it to the knock-out stages of the championship. That’s the take of manager Christopher McDonnell ahead of this weekend’s clash with Loughgiel. They failed to make it out of a tough group […]
By Michael McMullan REIGNING champions Cushendall begin their title defence against league champions Rossa on Saturday in Belfast. Brian Delargy’s side missed out on the top half of the league, surrendering the league title they won last year. After picking up some momentum, they finished off the season with the Feis Cup as they head […]
