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Cashel too strong for Sligo!

Published on February 6, 2012 in Match Reports, News, Photos and Senior. Closed

Sligo 6
Cashel 18

Table topping Cashel RFC came to Hamilton Park with an unbeaten record and showed their class with an 18 point to 6 victory over a hardworking Sligo on Saturday. Cashel’s superior physicality proved too strong for a brave Sligo side who carried the battle to their visitors right to the final whistle.

With heavy morning rain causing difficult underfoot conditions it was the visitors who kicked off and immediately put their hosts under pressure. The early pressure was rewarded three minutes in with a well struck penalty from centre Colin Morrissey.

The Cashel number 12 repeated the dose after 13 minutes when his side were rewarded with another penalty for a ruck infringement. Sligo’s Shane Mc Guinness was shown the yellow card and was sent from play for 10 minutes.

The munster men upped the intensity and tried to use their numerical advantage to full effect. A sweeping move from right to left looked set to reap the full reward but a massive Cathal Finneran tackle forced the turnover and the danger was averted.

Sligo’s line was finally breached after 30 mins when following a line out catch and drive inside the Sligo 22 prop forward Horward Stanley touched down. To move his teams total to 11. Morrissey added the extras.

5 minutes from half time Cashel went further ahead when Ed Leamy, brother of Irish international Dennis, crashed over in the corner following some fine off-loading play by the visitors.

Sligo started the second half in determined fashion and began to take the game to their hosts. James Wilson and Peter Mullan were successfully competing from touch, Jamie Bowes was carrying powerfully and Rory Kerins and Aidan Mc Nulty were making inroads at the breakdown. Matele Fifita’s powerful running was causing concern for Cashel and Hugo Lafitte’s pace was always a threat.

A Daniel Hawkins penalty after 50 minutes put Sligo on the scoreboard and this was added to by a monster drop goal from David Gerrity 10 minutes later.
Both sides created chances in the final quarter, but defences were on top and when the final whistle was blown the score read 6-18 in favour of the visitors.

Next up Sligo Tavel north to second placed Banbridge. The match takes place on Saturday 18th of February and Sligo will be hoping to gather a big travelling support for the day.

Sligo:
David Gerrity, Cathal Finneran, Mataele Fifita, Gavin Foley, Hugo Lafitte, Daniel Hawkins, Billy Leahy, Adrian Mc Hale, Gary Conneely, Shane Mc Guinness, Jamie Bowes, Peter Mullan, Paddy Conlon (capt), Rory Kerins, Aidan Mc Nulty. Reps Ross Mannion, Brian Keane, James Wilson, David Heath, Gary O Hehir

Cashel:
Rory O Connor, Kevin Leamy, Jack Ryan, Colin Morrissey, Pat O Connor, Brian Silke, Ollie Mc Glinchey, Mike Kelly, Dave Mc Cormack, Howard Stanley, Llyod Foot, Sean Walsh, Brendan O Connor (capt), Ed Leamy, John Ed O Connor. Reps Barry Moloney, Danny Lambe, Albie Devitt, Michael Hickey, Alan O Donnell.

Referee Brian Montayne LBIRFU.

Photos by Rory Raftery – See the full match gallery on Facebook

Tag Rugby Time Again!

Published on May 17, 2011 in Photos and Tag. Closed

Week 3 of Sligo Tag is upon us, so lets hope there’s a change in the weather and the sun shines again!!

This Thursday Night’s Entertainment sees the return of the fun filled School Sports Night; this includes the Egg & Spoon Race, Sack Race, 3-Legged Race and many many more. For those of you who attended last year, and those intrigued about this thursday night, we’ve attached some photos to give you an idea of the nights events! The Races will begin directly after the final games (approx 9.45 / 10pm). We hope to run it outside, weather permitting, but by the looks of todays weather……..we will alternatively be holding all the School Sports Night games indoors. We hope you can all make what promises to be a very entertaining night!

Captains please ensure all of your team know what time your game is kicking off and we would ask all players to arrive at least 20 mins before their game begins.
All match times for this week are now are available at http://www.irishrugby.ie/tagrugby/wheretoplay/connacht_sligo_rfc.php

There is still an opportunity for Tag players to be featured in the Player Profile in the Sligo Weekender, so if you or any of your team are interested, please let us know asap!

Please note you are permitted to wear Sports Goggles which are secured with elastic, however Glasses are NOT allowed.

See you all on Thursday!
Sligo Tag Committee, sligotag@gmail.com

Sligo Rugby Club 2011 Calendar

Published on November 30, 2010 in Events, Fundraiser, Membership, News, Photos and Senior. 1 Comment

Please note that online sales and dispatch are being handled by Shooting Stars (who also did the photography and design). Please contact Ross Mannion at Sligo RFC if you have any questions about distributing or helping with sales. Use the Buy Now link above to place your order!

Sixteens Power to Final

Published on March 1, 2010 in Match Reports, Photos and Youth. Closed

Sligo RFC U16s 22 :: Buccaneers U16s 0

Sligo’s U16s powered their way into the final of the Connacht U16 league with a superb team performance against a strong Buccaneers outfit at Strandhill on Sunday.

Sligo RFC’s Under 16 Squad (photo supplied by ShootingStars.ie)

The home team scored four tries without reply on their way to a convincing victory.

Buccaneers kicked off and immediately put the home outfit under pressure, but some fine driving play by Sligo forwards Diarmuid O Dowd Hill and Jamie Mc Govern gave outhalf Enda Gavin the space to clear his lines and avert the danger. Continue reading ‘Sixteens Power to Final’

Sligo Romp into Semi-final of Cup

Published on February 16, 2010 in Match Reports, Photos and Senior. Closed

Sligo RFC 52 :: Buccaneers 12

At Hamilton Park last Sunday Sligo brushed aside a Buccaneers side in a clinical display that showed forward dominance and back play of the highest calibre. They scored eight trys with six conversions in a wonderfully entertaining display that had quality written all over it. After last weeks superb display against high flyers Monivea the confidence was high and this showed from the off giving there opponents nothing easy and putting pressure all over the park which yielded scores from an early stage.

Continue reading ‘Sligo Romp into Semi-final of Cup’

Sligo advance in thrilling cup tie

Published on February 8, 2010 in Match Reports, Photos and Senior. Closed

Sligo 12 :: Monivea 9

Sligo progressed to the quarter finals of the Heineken Connacht Junior cup when they defeated pre-tournament favourites and current title holders Monivea in a superbly contested encounter at Hamilton park, Strandhill on Sunday. The home team produced a performance full of character and determination to impose themselves and ultimately dominate the visiting Galway men. A large crowd of supporters from both camps witnessed a hugely physical,
but always sporting , battle between the teams currently occupying the top two positions in the Connacht Junior league.

Continue reading ‘Sligo advance in thrilling cup tie’

IRFU President visits Sligo

Published on January 31, 2010 in News and Photos. Closed

John Callaghan President of the IRFU visited Sligo to attend the Sligo v Tuam Junior game on Sunday last. John Callaghan from the Armagh club as part of his year in office has decided that he should visit as many clubs as possible and Sligo RFC were honoured by his presence. He enjoyed the game which he thoroughly enjoyed and is a big supporter of the grassroots game all over Ireland. More photos available on facebook.

Sligo RFC v Galwegians – Photos

Published on January 31, 2010 in Photos and Youth. Closed

Shooting Stars have posted a gallery of images from the recent u16 league game between Sligo RFC and Galwegians (which Sligo won 44-0!)

Click here to view the rest of the images from this game.

Heartbreak in Galway

Published on January 26, 2010 in Match Reports, Photos and Senior. Closed

Corinthians 14 :: Sligo 9

Sligo slumped to their first Connacht Junior league defeat of the season when they were beaten by a well organised Corinthian outfit at Cloonacauneen on Sunday.

A late Corinthian try broke the hearts of the visitors who led by 2 points with 3 minutes left on the clock. Corinthians kicked the game off and Sligo immediately went on the front foot with a superb catch from Jason East before driving into the heart of the tribesmens defence. Some good positional kicking gave Sligo a foothold in the blues half. A series of rucks ensued before Sligo were awarded a penalty on the home 10 metre line. Paddy Pearson stepped up and bisected the posts with a well judged effort. Continue reading ‘Heartbreak in Galway’

Sligo make it Six from Six

Published on December 1, 2009 in Match Reports, Photos and Senior. Closed

Sligo RFC 20 :: Corrib 0

Sligo made it six wins from six matches when they overcame a previously unbeaten Corrib outfit in a tough Connacht junior league encounter at Hamilton Park on Sunday. The home team need a big second half performance in which they scored three tries to overcome their tenacious visitors.

More photos available here

Corrib won the toss and elected to play with the aid of the strong breeze in the opening half. The opening exchanges were dominated by the visitors as they used their well organised pick and drive game to work their way into the Sligo half. Their scrum was causing difficulties for Sligo and their lineout was functioning effectively.This early dominance was rewarded on 17 minutes with a penalty on the Sligo 10 metre line but the kicked effort drifted wide of the Sligo posts. Continue reading ‘Sligo make it Six from Six’

Sligo U-17’s Grind Out Result

Published on October 20, 2009 in Match Reports, Photos and Youth. Closed

Westport RFC 8 :: Sligo RFC 10

Persistent rain through the night and early morning resulted in very slippery conditions for Sligo’s third outing in the U-17 League. Last season both the U15 and U16 teams travelled to Westport and conceded league points. However, there was a palpable resolve in the Sligo camp to prevent a recurrence in this season’s campaign.

Westport RFC v Sligo RFC U17 League – Images by Shooting Stars

The conditions made it difficult for players to settle into the game and the opening minutes same handling errors on both sides. A dream start for the visitors seemed on the way when, five minutes into game, Sligo recycled possession a number of times and sent Diarmuid O’Dowd Hill powering towards the line with out-half Michael Martin and winger David Burke in support. David received the ball 10 metres from the line and crossed over for a touchdown but play was called back for an infringement. Continue reading ‘Sligo U-17’s Grind Out Result’

Five from Five!

Published on October 20, 2009 in Match Reports, Photos and Senior. Closed

Westport RFC 6 :: Sligo RFC 14

Sligo made it five wins from five in the Connacht Junior league division 1A with a well deserved victory over the Westport Bulls at a rain soaked Carrowholly on Sunday .With conditions making it difficult to play expansive rugby Sligo managed to score two tries without reply from the home team.

(more photos on facebook)

Sligo kicked off and immediately tried to impose their running game on the mayo men but did not gain any reward for their adventure. Westport countered and some good tactical kicking gained them a foothold in the Sligo 22, where the referee penalised the visitors for holding on, on the ground. Home outhalf Eddie Walsh took full advantage with a well struck penalty to give his team a 3-0 lead after three minutes. Continue reading ‘Five from Five!’

Sligo RFC v OLBC on Youtube

Published on October 6, 2009 in Photos, Senior and Video. Closed

httpvhd://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l_nZ1GA_jU

Big thanks to Rory Raftery for putting this together. More SligoRFC videos can be found on the club’s Youtube channel here.

Another Maximum for Sligo

Published on October 5, 2009 in Match Reports, Photos and Senior. Closed

Sligo RFC 40 :: OLBC 3

Sligo cemented their place at the top of division 1A of the Connacht Junior league with a bonus point victory over Galway visitors Our Lady’s Boys Club at Hamilton park, Strandhill on Sunday. The north westerners scored six tries without reply on their way to a comprehensive victory.

Sligo RFC First XV v OLBC

The home team were superior in both scrum and lineout but it was the work of their exciting backline that put the visitors to the sword. With conditions tailor made for running rugby Sligo made a dream start.
Paddy Pearson’s long kick off ensured the home team were awarded a line out on the ten metre line. Hooker Ross Mannion’s accurate throw was collected by James Wilson and the ball was quickly transferred to scrum half Billy Leahy. Leahy released Pearson who brilliantly dummied and stepped inside the onrushing defence before accelerating past the cover to touch down between the posts. Outside centre, Jack Macklin, easily converted to put the home team 7 points to the good. Continue reading ‘Another Maximum for Sligo’

Bonus start for Sligo

Published on September 22, 2009 in Match Reports, Photos and Senior. Closed

Sligo 39 :: Galwegians 5

Sligo’s flagship team kicked off their Connacht junior league division one campaign with a magnificent 7 try demolition of Galwegians at Hamilton park, Strandhill on Sunday. Producing a super display of 15 man rugby Sligo earned maximum points to start the campaign in ideal fashion.

Galwegians won the toss and elected to play with the breeze in the first half.Out-Half Paddy Pearson, who made his return to the Yeats county side following a serious accident last season, kicked deep and the home defence immediately put the visitors under pressure in their own half. This concerted pressure was rewarded, when the locals were awarded a scrum outside the visitors 22 after 3 minutes. No. 8 Trevor Sweeney picked and linked up with flanker Cathal Culhane who drove at the heart of the tribesmens defence. A quick recycle saw the ball moved through the backline to the awaiting arms of winger Julian Rippon who rounded his opposite number to touch down for the opening score in the corner. The conversion attempt fell short to leave the home side 5 points ahead. Continue reading ‘Bonus start for Sligo’