Islanders Had To Answer To Buzzing Bees

19/05/2012                

Achill Rovers 2-8 Castlebar Celtic B           

The clubs U13B side maintained their superb form when hitting the home side Achill Rovers for eight goals on Friday evening. The management team were delighted with effort and skill shown by all players, the Hoops defence of goalkeeper Ronan Reilly, Cillian Loftus, Eoghan McHale, Diarmuid McGrath and Robert Stakelum never put a foot wrong, the midfield quartet of Ben Edel, Kieran Moylette, Kevin Moran and Eoin Barrett dominated the game and played some wonderful football and were always willing to support the excellent front two of Sean Kelly Fair and Darragh Moran. Celtic went in at half-time 3-1 up thanks to goals from Kieran Moylette, Darragh Moran and Kevin Moran The second half saw the introduction of Jason Maughan, Finn Sammon, Luke Jordan, Conor King, Conor Mongan, Modeste, James Basquille and Kieran Murray and they all made telling contributions to this fine victory. Two goals by Jason Maughan and one each from Ben Edel, Finn Sammon and Conor King secured all three points to the Bees still very much in the hunt for the league title. Celtic Squad: Ronan Reilly, Cillian Loftus, Eoghan McHale Diarmuid McGrath, Robert Stakelum, Ben Edel, Kieran Moylette, Kevin Moran, Eoin Barrett, of Sean Kelly Fair, Darragh Moran, of Jason Maughan, Finn Sammon, Luke Jordan, Conor King, Conor Mongan, Modeste, James Basquille, Kieran Murray

Irish Legend Visits The Clubhouse

18/05/2012

1988 FA Cup winner and Ex-Irish International Terry Phelan visited the Castlebar Celtic Club-house on Monday 14th of May. Terry and his Wife Julie were visiting their close friends Mr & Mrs Paul O Grady Orthopaedic Consultant Mayo General hospital with a view to relocating back to Ireland. Terry is presently coaching football in India and has approximately 18 months left to run on his contract. At the end of this time Terry and his family would like to relocate back to Ireland and continue his coaching career. During his short visit to Ireland Terry and Julie visited locations in Waterford, Belfast, Sligo and Mayo to get a "feel for each area" before they make their final decision. Mr Paul O Grady and his wife Therese kindly contacted Castlebar Celtic and asked would we like to meet this true Irish legend. Approximately 15 members of the club both young and old gathered in the Celtic Clubhouse to meet and greet Terry and his wife. Terry quite kindly posed for photographs and signed as many autographs as were required. Terry and Julie were presented with two gifts, John McEllin presented Terry with the club Pennant, while Chairman Mr James Murray presented the couple with a beautiful framed picture supplied by "Rosewater  Castlebar". Mr James Murray Club Chairman was quoted in saying "we at the club would like to extend our gratitude to Mr and Mrs O Grady on orchestrating this visit to our club, we would also like to extend our thanks to Mr and Mrs Phelan on finding the time to come visit us and we would hope that they will return again sometime soon".

No Winner Of The Weekly Lotto

18/05/2012

There was no winner of the clubs weekly lotto jackpot of €8,600. The numbers drawn were 4, 5, 23, & 31. The €20 winners were Jackie Chivers, Tina Butler, Mary Barrett and Margaret Lisibach. The next draw will take place in Paddy Moran’s on Thursday 24^th May with the Jackpot @ €8,700.The lotto committee would like to thank the Harp Bar for holding the draw and all the people who purchased tickets

Defending Champions Of To An Impressive Start

17/05/2012                

Castlebar 12-0 Breaffy                   

The Clubs Community Games side got the defence of their National title off to a winning start when easily defeating near neighbours Breaffy in the first game of group 2 on Tuesday evening. This was a great team display which was build on the excellent defence of goalkeeper Alan Kelly, Captain Evan Doyle, Ben Edel, Brian Walsh and the impressive Michael Fahy. The superb Celtic midfield quartet of Kieran Gallagher, Ciaran Moylette, Paddy Heneghan and the outstanding Dara Ludden were on top from the outset and were always willing to support the hard working front two of Dylan Felle and Callum Levelle. During the course of the game Tommy Coen, Donnacha McHugh, Eoin Barrett and Conor Sloyan were introduced and they showed the strength in depth available to the management team. On the score sheet for the home team were Dara Ludden and Paddy Heneghan both who notched hat-tricks, Callaum Levelle, Dylan Felle, Ciaran Moylette, Kieran Gallagher, Ben Edel and Conor Sloyan. Missing for the game was Conor Quinn. Next up is an away trip to Bangor to face the local team Kilmaine.

Aoife’s Hat-Trick Earns Vital Win For Celtic

16/05/2012                

Manulla 2-3 Castlebar Celtic                         

The Celtic U12 girls team earned a hard fought away victory against a determined Manulla team last night. The first ten minutes were evenly contested with Celtic rearguard of Leah Byrne and Lucy Ryan snuffing out most attacks and Celtic keeper Holly Berkeley quick off her line to take anything that carried through. As the half wore on Celtic began to dominate and it was no surprise when Aoife O’Neill collected a ball, out muscled the Manulla defender and coolly slotted home. Celtic really should have increased the lead but some stout last ditch defending ensured Celtic went in at the break only one up. Manulla to their credit came out all guns blazing in the second half and took the game to Celtic. Their effort was rewarded when the hardworking Aisling O’Reilly powered a close range effort across the goal to the far corner of the net to level the tie. Celtic seemed to realise the threat and upped their game. Maeve Gallagher and Grainne O’Neill began to dictate in the middle and on a number of occasions found Aoife O’Neill up front. Her direct running caused problems for the Manulla defence and she bagged another two fine individual goals to put Celtic 3-1 up. Lucy Tuohy, sitting in front of the back two was instrumental in stopping the Manulla advance and Celtic began to play with real confidence. A number of chances how ever were spurned and really the game should have been put beyond Manulla. But Manulla weren’t finished yet. Back they came and in the dying minutes they grabbed a lifeline. Holly Berkeley came out of the Celtic goal and made a great save from point blank range at the feet of the on rushing attacker but the rebound fell kindly to Lauren McEllin just outside the box who made no mistake with a clean strike into the empty net. The last minute was a little nervy for Celtic but they held on to pick up a very valuable 3 points off who will probably be their main rivals this year. Manager Richie Berkeley was very pleased with quality of the Celitc play but knows that they will have to be more clinical in front of goal. Great credit must also be given to Manulla who put up a great fight and played some good football too. The game was played in a competitive spirit and was a great advertisement for girl’s football. Squad: Holly Berkeley, Leah Byrne, Lucy Ryan, Lucy Tuohy, Grainne O’Neill, Maeve Gallagher, Aoife O,Neill, Alanna Scott, Anna O’Donovan. Lisa Joyce.

U17’s To The Four In Ballina

15/05/2012                

Ballina Town 1-4 Castlebar Celtic                               

The clubs U17 side maintained their unbeaten record following a deserved victory over a skilful home side. The first half was a scrappy affair with both teams finding it hard to get the ball down on a bumpy surface. The Hoops defence of Adam Chambers, Stephen McDermott, Sean Conlon, Ryan Collins, and Mark Howley were always in control and only gave up a few chances for the 90 minutes. The Celtic midfield of Jason Hunt, Sam Hastings, Noe Baba and Mathew Ruane were made to battle all the way but they eventually took control in the second half. The front two of Liam Flatley and Philip Ruddy linked up well and were unlucky not to get on the score sheet. Both teams went in level at half-time but what ever the management team of Ashleigh Stevenson, Ioseph O’Reilly, Peter Flatley and Ger O’Boyle said at half time, the Hoops emerged a different team and soon were in front with goals from Sam Hastings, Jason Hunt and Mathew Ruane. Celtic introduced Darren Murray, Dylan Ralph, Darragh Coll, Ronan Roach and Anthony O’Boyle and they all made telling contributions to this important victory. Jason Hunt wrapped up all three points when adding his second to give his side a 4-1 victory.

Fixtures For This Week 19

14/05/2012

Mayo FA Cup: Castlebar Celtic V Ballinrobe Town Sun 20^th May @ 2.30 pm Celtic Park

Mayo FA Cup: Castlebar Celtic B V Conn Rangers Sun 20^th May @ 12.00 Celtic Park

Mayo Women’s League: Castlebar Celtic V Ballyglass Sun 20^th May @ 12.00 Rival Arena

U17 Mayo League: Ballina Town V Castlebar Celtic Mon 14^th May @ 7.00 pm Away

U16 Girls League: Claremorris V Castlebar Celtic Tue 15^th May @ 7.00 pm Away

U15 Mayo League: Ballina Town V Castlebar Celtic Wed 16^th May @ 7.00 pm Away

U14 Girls League: Castlebar Celtic V Killala Thur 17^th May @ 7.00 pm TBA

U13 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic V Manulla Fri 18^th May @ 7.00 pm Celtic Park

U13 Mayo League: Achill Rovers V Castlebar Celtic B Fri 18^th May @ 7.00 Away

U12 Girls League: Manulla V Castlebar Celtic Tue 15^th May @ 6.30 Away

U12 Girls League: Castlebar Celtic B V Snugboro Utd Tue 15^th May @ 6.30 Celtic Park

Results For Last Week

14/05/2012

Mayo Super League: Iorras Ath 3-3 Castlebar Celtic

Mayo Premier League: Castlebar Celtic B 1-3 Conn Rangers

McDonnell Cup: Castlebar Celtic C 0-1 Moy Villa B

Mayo Women’s League: Manulla V Castlebar Celtic

U17 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic V K&K Utd Postponed

U16 Girls League: Castlebar Celtic 0-6 Manulla

U15 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic 2-2 Claremorris

U14 Girls League: Kilmore 2-7 Castlebar Celtic

U13 Mayo League: Ballina Town 1-1 Castlebar Celtic

U13 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic B 8-2 Ballina Town B

U12 Girls League: Castlebar Celtic 7-0 Castlebar Town

U12 Girls League: Castlebar Town B 8-0 Castlebar Celtic B

Share Of The Spoils For Senior Side

13/05/2012                

Iorras Ath 3-3 Castlebar Celtic                     

Celtic's senior picked up a hard earned point in Erris on Saturday evening. The Hoops took the lead through goals from the returning striker Ronan O’Boyle and his brother Ger in the first 30 minutes where Celtic were in total control. The home side battled back to level the game before half-time with two goals from Brendan Nallen and took the lead early in the second half after Henry Gaughan scored from the penalty spot. Nigel Naughton levelled the game 15 minutes remaining and nether side created any clear cut chances after that.

Celtic Girls On Mayo Duty

12/05/2012

Well done to all the Celtic girls who represented Mayo U12 teams in an inter county tournament at the weekend. Holly Berkeley, Leah Byrne, Maeve Gallagher, Grainne O’Neill and Saoirse McCabe all starred for the younger Mayo team who played some great football and finished top of their group drawing with Galway and beating Clare. After Galway had beaten Clare 5-0 earlier, the Mayo girls had to better this score to finish top. They duly obliged managing to put seven past Clare without reply, thus ensuring top place.  Alannah Courell, Leah Moran, Aoife O’Neill, Rachel Lammond and Kate Chambers all played for the older Mayo team who were unlucky on the day and lost to both Galway and Clare. Manager Richie Berkeley was delighted with the performance of the whole squad and is looking forward to continuing the good work when the inter county training resumes in the autumn.

Killers Bees Back On Track

12/05/2012                

Castlebar Celtic B 8-2 Ballina Town B                       

Celtic's U13B squad bounced back from last weeks defeat as they put on an excellent display of football when hitting Ballina Town B for eight goals in the GMIT grounds on Friday evening. This victory was based on the superb defence of goalkeeper Conor King, Ryan Baynes, Eoin McHale, Diarmuid McGrath and Robert Stakelum which allowed the hard working midfield quartet of Kieran Moylette, Eoin Barrett, Kevin Moran and Ben Adel to support the excellent front two of Finn Sammon and Jason Maughan. The Hoops were three up at half-time thanks to two goals from Jason Maughan and one from the impressive Ben Edel. The second half saw the introduction of Sean Kelly Fair, Darragh Moran, Luke Jordan, Conor Quinn, Modeste, Kieran Murray, James Basquille and Cillian Loftus and they all played their part in this excellent victory. Further goals from Finn Sammon & Ben Edel had the points secured before Town added two of their own. Celtic upped their performance and Conor Quinn, Sean Kelly Fair and Darragh Moran all got on the score sheet to cap of a wonderful performance by this talented side. Celtic Squad: Conor King, Ryan Baynes, Eoin McHale, Diarmuid McGrath, Robert Stakelum, Kieran Moylette, Eoin Barrett, Kevin Moran, Ben Adel, Finn Sammon, Jason Maughan, Sean Kelly Fair, Darragh Moran, Luke Jordan, Conor Quinn, Modeste, Kieran Murray, James Basquille, Cillian Loftus

U14 Girl’s In Seventh Heaven

11/05/2012                

Kilmore 2-7 Castlebar Celtic                         

Celtic's U14 girl’s side got their league campaign off to a winning start in a wet and windy Erris peninsula on Thursday evening. This young squad who are all underage again next season bar three played some wonderful football during the 70 minutes and never looked in any danger against hard working home side. The Celtic defence of goalkeeper Alannah Courell, Saoirse McCabe, Kate Chambers, Leah Moran and Megan Devers were all outstanding and never allowed the Kilmore strikers any time on the ball and gave up only a few chances during the game. The Hoops midfield of Rachel Baynes, Maeve Murphy, and Grainne & Aoife O’Neill controlled the tempo of the game from the kick-off and were always in support of the excellent front two of Rachel Lammond and Player of the Match Jenney Chambers. The second half saw in the introduction of Leah Byrne and she showed why she is so highly rated at the club with a great performance. Celtic were three up at half-time thanks to goals from Jenny Chambers, Rachel Baynes and Rachel Lammond. Further goals from Jenny Chambers, Grainne O’Neill and Rachel Lammond had the points rapped before Kilmore got on the score sheet from the penalty spot and a well executed team goal. Celtic added their seventh when Jenny Chambers coolly completed her hat-trick just before full-time.  

No Winner Of The Weekly Lotto

11/05/2012

There was no winner of the clubs weekly lotto jackpot of €8,500. The numbers drawn were 1, 10, 18 & 24. The €20 winners were John McDonnell, Paul Ludden, Declan Kavanagh & Trish Moran. The next draw will take place in The Harp Bar on Thursday 17^th May with the Jackpot @ €8,600.The lotto committee would like to thank McCarthy’s Bar for holding the draw and all the people who purchased tickets

Danone Cup Regional Finals Date Announced

10/05/2012

The Danone Nations Cup Regional Finals date is scheduled for Sunday 27^th May in Sligo. Celtic who are defending champions of the North West Region will once again compete against teams from Sligo/Leitrim, Donegal, Inishowen, Mayo, Galway, Roscommon, Longford, Athlone and Cavan/Monaghan to see who will be the representatives of the North West.

Mayo Community Games Draw

10/05/2012

The clubs Community Games side have been selected in Group 2 with Breaffy and Kilmaine. The winners of this group will face the winners of Group 1. First up is a home tie with Breaffy followed by an away trip to Bangor. The All-Ireland defending Champions know they face two difficult games and will have to be at their best if they want to advance to the Mayo Final. The Squad: Evan Doyle, Alan Kelly, Darragh Ludden, Brian Walsh, Michael Fahy, Dylan Felle, Ciaran Gallagher, Paddy Heneghan, Eoin Barrett, Ben Edel, Donnacha McHugh, Ciaran Moylette, Callum Levelle, Tommy Coen, Conor Quinn, Conor Sloyan.

U15’s Share The Spoils With Claremorris

09/05/2012                

Castlebar Celtic 2-2 Claremorris                 

Celtic's U15 side failed to take all three league points following a hard earned draw with Claremorris in Celtic Park on Wednesday evening. Celtic took the lead on two occasions through Fintan Borotto and Aaron Naughton but were pegged back by a determined Claremorris outfit. Celtic has yet to start a game with a full squad to pick from and hope to have Colm Quinn, Mark McDonnell and Gavin Durkan back from injury next week.  

Defending Champions Off To A Winning Start

08/05/2012                

Castlebar Celtic 7-0 Castlebar Town                           

Celtic's U12 Girls A team got their season off to the best possible start with a comprehensive 7 - 0 victory over local rivals Castlebar Town. Celtic's attacking trio of Maeve Gallagher, Grainne and Aoife O'Neill played some excellent passing football with Aoife scoring three and Grainne adding another in the opening ten minutes. Lucy Tuohy tidied up every loose ball in the middle and the back two of Leah Byrne and Lucy Ryan defended so well as Holly Berkeley in the Celtic goal was a spectator for the whole first half. Alana Scott replaced Aoife O'Neill and added another while Grainne O'Neil scored her second and Celtic's sixth before the half time whistle. Shortly after the restart Alana Scott got her second. Celtic introduced Anna O'Donovan, Sarah Flynn and Lisa Joyce in the second half and all contributed to the game. Town managed a couple of chances later on but were unable to find the goal and the game ended 7-0 to the home girls. Manager Richie Berkeley was delighted with the quality of football, especially in the first half but knows there will be tougher challenges ahead. Squad: Holly Berkeley, Leah Byrne, Lucy Ryan, Lucy Tuohy, Grainne O'Neil, Aoife O'Neil, Maeve Gallagher, Lisa Joyce, Alana Scott, Anna O'Donovan, Sarah Flynn.

Derby Disappointed For Celtic Bees

08/05/2012                

Castlebar Town B 8-0 Castlebar Celtic B                   

The clubs U12 B team had a difficult start to their league campaign when they were defeated 8-0 by a physically stronger Castlebar Town B team on Tuesday evening. The Celtic girls battled till the end and were unlucky not to get on the score sheet on a number of occasions. Alana Daly, Cliodhna Hennessy and Katie O’Donovan were for the Hoops.  

Fixtures For This Week 18

07/05/2012

Mayo Super League: Iorras Ath V Castlebar Celtic Sat 12^th May @ 6.30 pm Away

Mayo Premier League: Castlebar Celtic B V Conn Rangers Sat 12^th May @ 6.30 Celtic Park

McDonnell Cup: Castlebar Celtic C V Moy Villa B Sun 13^th May @ 2.30 pm Rival Arena

Mayo Women’s League: Manulla V Castlebar Celtic Sun 13^th May @ 12.00 Away

U17 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic V K&K Utd Mon 7^th May @ 7.00 pm Postponed

U16 Girls League: Castlebar Celtic V Manulla Tue 8^th May @ 7.30 pm Celtic Park

U15 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic V Claremorris Wed 9^th May @ 7.00 pm Celtic Park

U14 Girls League: Kilmore V Castlebar Celtic Thur 10^th May @ 7.00 pm Away

U13 Mayo League: Ballina Town V Castlebar Celtic Fri 11^th May @ 7.00 pm Away

U13 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic B V Ballina Town B Fri 11^th May @ 7.00 Celtic Park

U12 Girls League: Castlebar Celtic V Castlebar Town Tue 8^th May @ 6.30 Celtic Park

U12 Girls League: Castlebar Town B V Castlebar Celtic B Tue 8^th May @ 6.30 Away

Results For Last Week

07/05/2012

FCS Cup: Iorras Ath 2-1 Castlebar Celtic

Westaro Cup: Conn Rangers 2-3 Castlebar Celtic B

McDonnell Cup: Hollister 4-2 (aet) Castlebar Celtic C

U18 Girls League: Ballina Town 3-0 Castlebar Celtic

U17 Mayo League: Claremorris 1-5 Castlebar Celtic

U16 Conn Cup Final: Castlebar Celtic V Willow Park Postponed

U15 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic 3-4 Swinford

U13 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic 0-1 K&K Utd

U13 Mayo League: Castlebar Celtic B 0-2 Ballyglass

Terry’s Hat-Trick Stings Rangers

07/05/2012                

Conn Rangers 2-3 Castlebar Celtic B                          

The Michael ‘Scobie’ Moran and Shane Bennett’s managed senior B team advance to the Westaro Cup semi-final after a wonderful second-half fight back which saw the Hoops come from two goals down. Man of the Match was Terry Maughan who hit the home side with a well executed hat-trick, which was kick started with a penalty early in he second half. The management team were delighted with the side’s performance in the last 45 minutes but known they need to reproduce this display for the full 90 minutes if they want any silverware this season.

Mayo U16 Bow Out At Quarter-Final

06/05/2012

The Mayo U16 was defeated 2-0 by Donegal in the All-Ireland Quarter-Final on Sunday afternoon. Celtic was represented by Noe Baba, Adam Chambers, Sean Conlon, Liam Flatley, Mark Howley, Philip Ruddy and Mathew Ruane. The team was managed by John Ralph, Ger O’Boyle, Ioseph O’Reilly and Ashleigh Stevenson.

Extra-Time Cup Disappointment For C Team

06/05/2012                

Hollister 4-2 (aet) Castlebar Celtic C                           

The The clubs C team were defeated by Hollister for a second week in-a-row following a hard fought Divisional Cup tie in Belleek on Saturday evening. Both teams were level 2-2 after 90 minutes with the Celtic goals coming from Michael Ahern and Paul Dorrian. Hollister advanced to the next round thanks to two unanswered goals in extra-time.

Rangers Hit For Six By Superb U14 Girls

05/05/2012                

Corrib Rangers 0-6 Castlebar Celtic                           

The Celtic U14 Girls team came away from Galway for a second week in a row with an impressive 6-0 victory. It was the Hoops who controlled the tempo of the game from the outset thanks to the excellent midfield quartet of Aisling McNulty, Leah Moran, Rachel Baynes and Grainne Flynn. It took the visitors 15 minutes to make their pressure pay with a fine goal involving the excellent front two of Aoife O’Neill and Jenny Chambers who set up the superb Rachel Baynes who coolly slotted the ball home. With the Celtic defence of goalkeeper Emma Knox, Kate Chambers, Grainne O’Neill, Ellie Dillane and Megan Dever in top form the home team never looked like opening up the strong defence. Further goals from Rachel Baynes, Jenny Chambers and the impressive Grainne Flynn had the tie over before half-time. Manager Jeremy Dee introduced Sinead Dwyer, Dervla Mellett, Saoirse McCabe and Maeve Murphy and they all played their part in this impressive victory. Jeremy Dee thanked the parents for taking the girls to Galway for a second week in-a-row and it is very much appreciated by everyone at the club. Celtic Squad: Emma Knox, Kate Chambers, Grainne O’Neill, Ellie Dillane and Megan Dever, Aisling McNulty, Leah Moran, Rachel Baynes, Grainne Flynn, Aoife O’Neill and Jenny Chambers, Sinead Dwyer, Dervla Mellett, Saoirse McCabe and Maeve Murphy, Feena McManaman, Sarah Baynes.

Bad Night For U13A & B Teams

05/05/2012

The clubs U13A & B team both tasted defeat for the first time this season when they were defeated by K&K Utd and Ballyglass in two tight games. The B team will feel that were unlucky not to have earned a draw against a very good Ballyglass side. The A team failed to take their chances and were made to pay the penalty. Both sides are still well in the running for league honours.

FCS Cup Exit By Senior Side

05/05/2012                

Iorras Ath 2-1 Castlebar Celtic                     

The clubs senior side bowed out of the FCS Divisional Cup at the hands of Iorras Ath after a hard fought cup tie on Friday evening. Both teams were evenly matched and it was the home side that went in at half-time two nil up thanks to a penalty and a goal that seemed to be scored from an off-side position. The Hoops relied with a Nigel Naughton free-kick with 10 minutes remaining but just could not find the equaliser to bring the game into extra-time.