KILLOWEN A.F.C.

Back Row (L-R). Declan Cassidy (Manager), John O’ Sullivan, Terence O’ Rourke, Eoin Scannell, Declan O’ Brien, Stephen Daly, Denis O’ Regan, Shane O’ Brien, Donal Buckley, Eamonn Murphy (Asst. Manager).

Front Row (L-R). Brian Kane, Owen Braun, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Paul Lynch, Dave Lynch, Greg Creedon, Patrick Bermingham, Michael Kelleher.

Mascot; Gavin Kilgour.

Missing from photo; Declan O’ Donoghue, Robert White, Michael Murphy, Patrick Doyle, Con Morrissey, Terence Mc Sweeney.

Date

Opposition

Home/Away

Lge / Cup

Result

Score

25/08/07

Waterloo

A

Lge

D

2-2

01/09/07

Strand United

H

Lge

L

1-3

09/09/07

Passage (A)

H

Lge

L

1-2

16/09/07

Shanavoher

H

Saxone Cup

D

2-2*

23/09/07

Donoughmore

A

Lge

L

1-2

30/09/07

Blackstone Rvs

H

A.O.H. Cup

W

3-2

07/10/07

Shanavoher

H

Lge

D

3-3

14/10/07

Mallow United

A

Lge

L

0-2

21/10/07

Fairview

H

Lge

W

3-1

28/10/07

Park United (B)

H

A.O.H. Cup

W

3-2

03/11/07

Strand United

A

Lge

D

4-4

18/11/07

Passage (A)

A

Lge

L

0-5

25/11/07

Ballincollig (B)

H

Cor Cup

W

3-1

16/12/07

Shanavoher

A

Lge

W

1-0

05/01/08

Knockraha (A)

A

Cor Cup

L

0-4

02/02/08

Fairview

A

Lge

D

1-1

10/02/08

Millstreet Celtic

A

Lge

L

0-3

17/02/08

Kanturk (A)

H

A.O.H. Cup

L

1-3

24/02/08

Kanturk (B)

A

County Cup

D

0-0 **

02/03/08

Waterloo

H

Lge

L

1-3

09/03/08

Donoughmore

H

Lge

D

3-3

16/03/08

Hibernians (B)

H

County Cup

L

1-5

23/03/08

Rylane Celtic

A

Lge

L

0-1

10/04/08

Mallow United

H

Lge

D

1-1***

20/04/08

Rylane Celtic

H

Lge

L

0-2

01/05/08

Millstreet Celtic

H

Lge

W

3- 0***

Date

Scorers

25/08/07

Stephen Daly, Owen Braun.

01/09/07

Robert White.

09/09/07

Owen Braun.

16/09/07

Owen Braun, Denis O’ Regan. (* AET- lost 5-4 on pens)

23/09/07

Paul Lynch

30/09/07

Shane O’ Brien, Dave Lynch, Michael Murphy.

07/10/07

Declan O’ Donoghue, Patrick Bermingham (2)

14/10/07

21/10/07

Declan O’ Brien (2), Denis O’ Regan.

28/10/07

Declan O’ Brien (2), Eoin O’ Sullivan.

03/11/07

Patrick Doyle, Michael Murphy (2), Patrick Bermingham

18/11/07

25/11/07

Declan O’ Brien (2), Robert White.

16/12/07

Michael Murphy.

05/01/08

02/02/08

Robert White.

10/02/08

17/02/08

Paul Lynch.

24/02/08

(** AET - Won 4-2 on pens)

02/03/08

Owen Braun.

09/03/08

Michael Murphy, Patrick Bermingham, O.G.

16/03/08

Con Morrissey

23/03/08

10/04/08

(*** Abandoned 45 mins Ref sustained injury. A.U.L. declared result as 1-1)

20/04/08

01/05/08

(**** Millstreet unable to field a team, A.U.L. declared result as 3-0 in favour of Killowen)

Goalscorers- League and Cup games (Not including 1-1 draw awarded v Mallow Utd 10/4/08 and 3-0 win awarded v Millstreet Celtic 1/5/08)

6

Declan O’ Brien.

5

Michael Murphy.

4

Owen Braun. Patrick Bermingham.

3

Robert White.

2

Denis O’ Regan, Paul Lynch.

1

O.G., Stephen Daly, Con Morrissey, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Patrick Doyle, Shane O’ Brien, Dave Lynch, Declan O’ Donoghue.

Goalscorers- League games only (Not including 1-1 draw awarded v Mallow Utd 10/4/08 and 3-0 win awarded v Millstreet Celtic 1/5/08)

4

Michael Murphy, Patrick Bermingham.

3

Owen Braun.

2

Declan O’ Brien, Robert White.

1

O.G., Stephen Daly, Denis O’ Regan, Patrick Doyle, Paul Lynch, Declan O’ Donoghue.

Goalscorers- Cup games only

4

Declan O’ Brien.

1

Michael Murphy, Dave Lynch, Shane O’ Brien, Paul Lynch, Denis O’ Regan, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Robert White, Owen Braun, Con Morrissey.

Murphy’s Irish Stout League 2A. 2007-2008

**** Champions  ** Runners up

Pld

W

D

L

GF

GA

Pts

Passage A ****

18

14

3

1

55

22

45

Rylane Cel **

18

13

3

2

40

21

42

Waterloo Cel

18

8

4

6

36

26

28

Fairview

18

8

4

6

29

24

28

Millstreet Cel

18

7

2

9

32

39

23

Donoughmore Ath

18

5

7

6

32

36

22

Strand Utd

18

5

5

8

43

45

20

Mallow Utd

18

5

4

9

27

40

19

Killowen

18

3

6

9

25

38

15

Shanavoher Cel

18

2

2

14

20

48

8

Match reports 2007 - 2008

20/04/08. A.U.L. 2A

Killowen  0       Rylane  2.

            Two second half goals secured victory for promotion chasing Rylane following Sunday’s clash with Killowen. This victory all but assures Rylane of 1st division football next season but they were pushed all the way by a determined Killowen side. Both sides cancelled each other out in the first half with Rylane cursing their luck after striking the woodwork twice in the opening 20 minutes. Killowen also had their moments, Patrick Bermingham’s long range free kick and a Terry Sweeney close range header causing anxious moments for Rylane. Despite Killowen’s strong first half showing, it was the visitors who were dominating the early stages of the second half but were thwarted by home ‘keeper Brian Kane and centre half Owen Braun on numerous occasions. However the stalemate was finally broken after 65 minutes as Rylane bundled the ball home from a corner kick. Killowen fought hard for an equaliser with Bermingham and Donal Buckley prominent on the wings but failed to capitalise on a number of chances in front of goal. Rylane finished strongly and added a second goal in the closing moments, a long clearance upfield was touched home from inside the area past the exposed Kane.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Owen Braun, Greg Creedon; Donal Buckley, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Stephen Daly, Patrick Bermingham; Paul Lynch, Terry Sweeney, Con Morrissey.

Substitutes.

Shane O’ Brien for Morrissey.

Karl Murphy.

09/03/08. A.U.L. 2A

Killowen  3.      Donoughmore Athletic  3.

            Mid Cork rivals, Killowen and Donoughmore Athletic shared 6 goals after an entertaining A.U.L. 2A clash at the Killowen venue. The tone was set from the first whistle as both sides were committed to attack, Killowen forced a number of early corners but failed to trouble the Donoughmore ‘keeper and it was the visitors who grabbed the opening goal in the 15th minute. There seemed to be little danger as Killowen defended a Donoughmore throw in but a speculative shot form distance found its way to the net past the unsighted Brian Kane. The lead lasted only 10 minutes as Killowen were back on level terms courtesy of Michael Murphy’s powerfully struck free kick from 25 yards.  Killowen grabbed the lead 2 minutes later as man of the match Murphy crossed for Patrick Bermingham to head home from close range. The home side were playing with renewed confidence and Paul Lynch almost made it 3-1 but his looping header struck the crossbar after 35 minutes. Donoughmore weathered the storm and drew level 5 minutes before the interval, Killowen’s defending from a corner kick was not up to scratch and the ball was volleyed goalwards from close range. However Killowen had the final chance of the half as Owen Braun’s cross from the left just evaded the inrushing Con Morrissey. The game swung in Donoughmore’s favour early in the 2nd half, a powerfully struck free kick was parried by home ‘keeper Kane and the rebound was tapped in from close range to make it 3-2. Killowen’s battling qualities were evident in the final quarter, Michael Murphy tested the ‘keeper with 2 long range shots and it was no surprise that an equaliser arrived in the 70th minute. Killowen worked the ball up the left wing to Greg Creedon and his pass found Shane O’ Brien in the area, his low cross caused panic in the Donoughmore ranks resulting in a defender putting the ball past his own keeper. Donoughmore should have added a 4th goal in the 80th minute, Killowen were caught shorthanded in defence with 3 attackers bearing down on goal but Eoin Scannell and custodian Kane combined to avert the danger. Terry Sweeney almost snatched a winner for Killowen in the dying moments but his effort from a Creedon delivery did not trouble the visitors ‘keeper.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Terry Sweeney, Dave Lynch, Greg Creedon; Patrick Doyle, Michael Murphy, Owen Braun, Paul Lynch; Patrick Bermingham, Con Morrissey.

Substitutes.

Shane O’ Brien for Morrissey.

Donal Buckley.

Terence O’ Rourke.

Karl Murphy.

Declan Cassidy.

02/03/08. A.U.L. 2A.

Killowen  1       Waterloo  3.

            A brace of goals in the opening 10 minutes set Waterloo on their way to victory over local rivals Killowen on Sunday last. Killowen never recovered from this setback despite forcing numerous corners and enjoying long spells of possession over the 90 minutes. Waterloo’s efficiency in defence and midfield coupled with an outstanding display from ‘keeper Brian O’ Mahony prevented any hopes of a Killowen comeback.. Robert White went close in the 1st minute for the home side but Waterloo grabbed the opening goal after 4 minutes courtesy of Denis O’ Mahony’s powerful free kick. O’ Mahony notched his and Waterloo’s second after 10 minutes when he broke clear from his marker and his low shot flew past John O’ Sullivan in the Killowen goal. Killowen then proceeded to enjoy their best period of the match as a succession of corners had the visitors on the back foot. Owen Braun was central to most of Killowen’s attacking options and his duel with the Waterloo custodian was one of the highlights of the game. Paul Lynch, Terence O’ Rourke and Eoin O’ Sullivan were also laying siege to the Waterloo goal but Killowen somehow ended the half scoreless.

            It should have been 3-0 after 50 minutes but O’ Sullivan was quick of his line to deny O’ Mahony his hat-trick as the striker ran unopposed towards goal. However the game was ended as a contest after 65 minutes, a long range free from the touchline deceived O’ Sullivan in goal and  an inrushing Waterloo player tapped in from close range. Killowen battled on and Owen Braun was rewarded for his efforts with a goal in the 70th minute, Declan O’ Donoghue’s pass put him in the clear and he rounded the advancing ‘keeper before chipping the ball over the retreating defenders. Braun was also involved in the final piece of action but he shot narrowly wide form a tight angle in the 90th minute.

Killowen.

John O’ Sullivan; Donal Buckley, Terry Sweeney, Terence O’ Rourke, Greg Creedon; Paul Lynch, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Declan O’ Donoghue, Patrick Bermingham; Owen Braun, Robert White.

Substitutes.

Michael Murphy for O’ Rourke.

Declan O’ Brien for White.

Patrick Doyle for Lynch.

Con Morrissey.

Eoin Scannell.

24/02/08. County Cup 2nd round.

Kanturk (B)  0   Killowen  0.  After extra time. (Killowen won 4-2 on penalties)

            Killowen’s greater accuracy from the penalty spot ensured progress to the next round of the County Cup following Sunday’s assignment away to Kanturk. Both teams contributed to an entertaining game that somehow failed to produce a goal as both sides were guilty of some wayward finishing. Robert White was keeping the Kanturk defence busy as his pace and trickery created openings but unfortunately his finishing did not match the approach work. Kanturk caused a few anxious moments for the Killowen rearguard but centre halves Terry Sweeney and Owen Braun dealt capably with Kanturk’s efforts. Right back Donal Buckley also had a fine outing and combined his defensive duties with some powerful attacking bursts especially in the second half. The stalemate continued into the second half with both sides failing to convert numerous chances and this trend continued into extra time forcing both sides into the lottery of a penalty shoot out. Killowen missed the first penalty of the shoot out but Brian Kane saved Kanturk’s opening kick to level matters. Killowen held their nerve as Owen Braun, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Robert White and Eoin Scannell all converted from the spot in addition to another Brian Kane save finally bringing  a conclusion to the tie.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Donal Buckley, Terry Sweeney, Owen Braun, Greg Creedon; Paul Lynch, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Dave Lynch, Patrick Bermingham; Robert White, Con Morrissey.

Substitutes.

John O’ Sullivan for Morrissey.

Eoin Scannell for Paul Lynch.

Terence O’ Rourke.

17/02/08. A.O.H. Cup.

Killowen  1       Kanturk (A)  3.

            Premier division side Kanturk were the visitors to Killowen on Sunday last and advanced to the next round of the A.O.H. cup following a hard earned victory over the locals. A brace of first half goals laid the foundations for this victory but the home side battled hard against their higher ranked opponents and were left to rue a number of missed chances in front of goal. Indeed Killowen should have opened the scoring after 10 minutes when Patrick Bermingham capitalised on some slack defending but his attempted shot towards goal was blocked by a retreating defender. Kanturk’s first chance of note came in the 17th minute as Brian Kane dived low to his left to parry a well struck free kick. Kanturk opened the scoring 5 minutes later, a low cross from the right was not cleared and the Kanturk forward netted at the second attempt despite the valiant efforts of Killowen custodian Kane. Killowen should have levelled matters after half an hour but Stephen Daly’s shot and Terry Sweeney’s header were cleared off the line by a relieved Kanturk rear-guard. Kanturk’s aerial prowess resulted in their second goal just before the interval, a well delivered cross from the left was met by a powerful header that gave Kane no chance. Killowen began the 2nd half brightly and pulled a goal back within 5 minutes of the restart, Robert White outpaced the defence and his powerful drive was touched around the post by the visiting ‘keeper. The resulting corner from Patrick Bermingham was finished to the back of the net by Paul Lynch to give Killowen a glimmer of hope. However Kanturk closed ranks at the back as Killowen struggled to create opportunities and it was the visitors who made sure of the victory with their 3rd goal of the contest after 60 minutes. Despite the defeat, Killowen can be pleased with the contributions of Terry Sweeney and Patrick Bermingham.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Donal Buckley, Terry Sweeney,Owen Braun, Greg Creedon; Denis O’ Regan, Paul Lynch, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Stephen Daly; Robert White, Patrick Bermingham.

Substitutes.

Con Morrissey for O’ Regan.

Patrick Doyle for White.

Shane O’ Brien for Lynch.

Eamonn Murphy.

Declan Cassidy.

10/02/08. A.U.L. 2A.

Millstreet Celtic  3        Killowen  0.

            A trio of goals in the second half secured victory for Millstreet Celtic over visitors Killowen on Sunday last. Killowen were forced to field without 7 regulars and struggled to make an impact over the 90 minutes on what was a heavy playing surface. It was honours even after the opening 45 minutes with Michael Murphy and Patrick Bermingham having Killowen’s only efforts on target during this period. Millstreet opened the scoring early in the 2nd half, Brian Kane did well to parry a powerfully struck shot but the rebound was touched home from close range. Killowen’s best opportunities came from Denis O’ Regan and Bermingham who were a constant threat on the flanks. Bermingham’s cross from the left just eluded new signing Con Morrissey at the far post and O’ Regan’s inviting ball into the area was blocked by the ‘keeper  with Morrissey lurking dangerously in the goalmouth. Midfielder Declan O’ Donoghue tried his luck from long range as Killowen struggled to make inroads against a well organised Millstreet defence. However there was no way back for the visitors as Millstreet grabbed a 2nd goal from a corner kick midway through the half and a 3rd goal 10 minutes from time finished the game as a contest.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Donal Buckley, Terry Sweeney, Dave Lynch, Greg Creedon; Paul Lynch, Michael Murphy, Declan O’ Donoghue, Patrick Bermingham, Terence O’ Rourke, Con Morrissey.

Substitutes.

Denis O’ Regan for O’ Rourke.

Declan Cassidy for Creedon.

Eamonn Murphy.

Karl Murphy.

02/02/08. A.U.L. 2A.

Fairview  1.      Killowen  1.

            An entertaining contest at Monard saw the points shared between Fairview and visitors Killowen. Despite the heavy conditions both sides managed to play constructive football and goalscoring chances were plentiful. Fairview dominated in the opening minutes as last ditch tackles from Greg Creedon and Dave Lynch prevented certain goals. Fairview then struck the woodwork from a corner kick but Killowen cleared the danger. However, Killowen found their feet and with 10 minutes gone Robert White raced on to a Shane O’ Brien flick on but was thwarted by the Fairview defence at the expense of a corner. The visitors were sharp on the break and Patrick Bermingham raced clear minutes later but his lob over the advancing keeper was cleared by a covering defender. Brian Kane’s close range save after 18 minutes  prevented an opening goal but  he was finally beaten 2 minutes later. Fairview’s proficiency from set pieces was rewarded with the opening goal, a well delivered corner kick was powerfully headed home form close range. Another Fairview set piece almost paid dividends minutes later as an inswinging free kick struck the post and was cleared by a relieved Killowen defence. Killowen should have levelled matters after 40 minutes, Robert White chased a long clearance and raced clear of the defence but his shot from inside the area was blocked by the advancing ‘keeper. However he made no mistake minutes later as he made ground up the left wing and finished with a low shot to the corner of the net to bring the sides level at half time. An injury to Terence O’ Rourke early in the 2nd half saw a reshuffle in the Killowen ranks but Fairview could not make headway against Dave Lynch and Eoin Scannell who were rock solid at the heart of the Killowen defence. Michael Murphy’s introduction to the centre of midfield had the desired effect and with both sides cancelling each other out it was little surprise that there was no more goals to report.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Terence O’ Rourke, Dave Lynch, Greg Creedon; Denis O’ Regan, Stephen Daly, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Robert White; Shane O’ Brien, Patrick Bermingham.

Substitutes.

Michael Murphy for O’ Rourke.

Donal Buckley for Bermingham.

Declan Cassidy.

05/01/08. Corinthians Cup.

Knockraha (A)  4           Killowen  0.

            An unhappy start to 2008 for Killowen, who were defeated 4-0 by Knockraha in the 2nd round of the Corinthians Cup on Saturday. Killowen fielded a strong side for this encounter but a series of errors led to a 2-0 deficit at half time. Despite the efforts of Dave Lynch, Killowen struggled to overcome the home sides challenge and the concession of 2 further goals in the second period ensured Knockraha’s progression to the next round.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Owen Braun, Dave Lynch, Greg Creedon; Eoin O’ Sullivan, Michael Murphy, Declan O’ Donoghue, Stephen Daly; Patrick Bermingham, Paul Lynch.

Substitutes

Denis O’ Regan for Daly.

Robert White for Bermingham.

Shane O’ Brien for Creedon.

Declan Cassidy.

16/12/07. A.U.L. 2A

Shanavoher  0. Killowen  1.

            A goal in the 30th minute from influential midfielder Michael Murphy proved to be the match winner as Killowen recorded a much needed victory against Bweeng based side Shanavoher. Conditions were far from ideal but both sides contributed to a hard fought contest that was not lacking in endeavour or incident. Killowen had an early let off as a Shanavoher free kick rolled across the goalmouth but there was no opposing player on hand to take advantage. Killowen’s Eoin O’ Sullivan showed his dead ball expertise after 10 minutes when his free kick from 30 yards struck the crossbar. The visitors made light work of the conditions and a quick break from defence led to Greg Creedon’s powerful drive forcing the home ‘keeper into a fine save. Killowen were now dictating matters and the Shanavoher custodian was called into action again as he smothered Robert White’s low shot after 20 minutes. The decisive goal arrived on the half hour mark, Patrick Bermingham’s well delivered corner kick was sidefooted home from 6 yards by the inrushing Michael Murphy to give the visitors a deserving half time lead.

            The strong wind was to Shanavoher’s advantage in the 2nd half and Killowen’s defensive qualities were severely tested. Regular ‘keeper Brian Kane was back between the posts for Killowen and he showed his class with a fine tip over from a Shanavoher free kick after 50 minutes. Michael Murphy almost made it 2-0 minutes later but he dragged his shot wide following a surging run into the opposing penalty area. Killowen dealt with what the home side had to offer but survived a couple of late scares. Kane had to punch clear another free kick after 70 minutes and Dave Lynch was on hand to deny the home side a certain goal with 15 minutes left to play. It should have been game over for the visitors in the 80th minute, the hardworking Paul Lynch made ground down the right wing and his cross was met by Bermingham who saw his effort blocked at the near post. It mattered little as Killowen saw out the remaining minutes to record their first away win of the season and move up the rankings in A.U.L. 2A.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Dave Lynch, Owen Braun, Greg Creedon; Robert White, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Michael Murphy, Stephen Daly; Paul Lynch, Patrick Bermingham.

Substitutes.

Shane O’ Brien for White.

Patrick Doyle for Bermingham.

Terence O’ Rourke.

Declan Cassidy.

Eamonn Murphy.

25/11/07. Corinthians Cup.

Killowen 3.       Ballincollig (B) 1.

            Killowen advanced to the next round of the Corinthians Cup following a 3-1 victory over Ballincollig (B) on Sunday last. A brace from Declan O’ Brien and a late strike from Robert White was enough to see off the Ballincollig challenge. Assistant manager Eamonn Murphy  was between the posts for Killowen and he was called into action early on as he denied the visitors with two point blank saves in the space of a minute. A much changed Killowen team took time to settle and were lucky not to be in arrears as Ballincollig struck the crossbar after 10 minutes. The visitors wasted another good opportunity after 12 minutes and were made to pay for this minutes later as Killowen struck for the lead goal, Declan O’ Brien accepted a pass on the edge of the area and his well struck shot deceived the opposing ‘keeper. Dave Lynch and Shane O’ Brien were very prominent in the first half as Killowen finally managed to get on top. However, Ballincollig should have levelled matters in the 40th minute, a well delivered corner kick rolled invitingly across the goalmouth but there was no one in position to take advantage.

            Top scorer O’ Brien made it 2-0 after 52 minutes, his powerfully struck free kick was too hot to handle for the Ballincollig keeper who only succeeded in fumbling the ball over the line.  Ballincollig proceeded to strike the crossbar for a second time minutes later as the visitors committed extra men to attack. O’Brien should have secured his hat-trick after 60 minutes but his left footed effort was too high. Home ‘keeper Murphy was finally beaten in the 70th minute as continuous Ballincollig pressure resulted in a strike from close range. The introduction of Robert White had the desired effect for Killowen as his pace had the visitors defence stretched. He outpaced the defence after 80 minutes but his shot from inside the area shaved the far post. Ballincollig forced a succession of corners in the final minutes but could not find a way past a Killowen rear-guard that was well marshalled by the excellent Eoin Scannell. The victory was sealed in the last minute, Ballincollig were exposed at the back as a corner was cleared to White who ran unchallenged from the halfway line to finish to an unguarded goal.

Killowen.

Eamonn Murphy; Donal Buckley, Terence O’ Rourke, Eoin Scannell, Paul Lynch; Dave Lynch, Stephen Daly, Declan O’ Donoghue, Patrick Bermingham; Declan O’ Brien, Shane O’ Brien.

Substitutes.

Robert White for Declan O’ Brien.

Denis O’ Regan for O’ Rourke.

Declan Cassidy.

18/11/07. A.U.L. 2A.

Passage (A)  5              Killowen 0.

            Table toppers Passage continued their good form in A.U.L. 2A following a 5-0 victory over visitors Killowen. The final scoreline does not tell the full story as Killowen were well in contention for much of the first half with Eoin O’ Sullivan and Declan O’ Brien both hitting the woodwork and O’ Sullivan also denied by the home ‘keeper who touched his powerful shot over the bar. Passage had the tonic of an early goal after 5 minutes but it was the visitors who dominated proceedings until a double lapse in concentration allowed Passage to score twice in a matter of minutes before the interval.

            Any hopes of a comeback for the visitors were quashed with a fourth Passage goal 10 minutes into the second half but Killowen kept plugging away as both Declan O’ Brien and Stephen Daly had efforts narrowly off target. Passage added a fifth goal in the dying moments to end an unhappy trip down the harbour for Killowen.

Killowen.

John O’ Sullivan; Eoin Scannell, Dave Lynch, Terence O’ Rourke, Greg Creedon; Denis O’ Regan, Michael Murphy, Declan O’ Donoghue, Patrick Bermingham; Declan O’ Brien, Eoin O’ Sullivan.

Substitutes.

Paul Lynch for Bermingham.

Shane O’ Brien for Scannell.

Stephen Daly for Eoin O’ Sullivan.

Donal Buckley.

03/11/07. A.U.L. 2A

Strand United  4                       Killowen  4

            Local rivals Strand United and Killowen shared eight goals in an entertaining clash at Ballyanley on Saturday. Due to injuries and other commitments, Killowen showed 6 changes from the side that tasted victory in the A.O.H. cup the previous weekend. The changes mattered little as Killowen raced into the lead after 7 minutes, Michael Murphy’s long range shot struck the crossbar but Patrick Doyle was on hand to steer the rebound home from a tight angle. Strand recovered from that setback with an equalising goal after 35 minutes. The home side took the lead 2 minutes later with a close range header from a corner kick but the Killowen response was immediate, man of the match Murphy levelling matters with a looping header from the edge of the box.

            Killowen were back in the ascendancy after 55 minutes, Patrick Bermingham’s corner kick caused confusion in the home defence and Murphy notched his second goal with another well taken header. However the lead did not last long as Strand were level within a minute, a powerful volley from the edge of the area flew past a line of Killowen defenders and the unsighted John O’ Sullivan in goal. Strand could sense victory but were finding it hard to find a way past a Killowen defence for whom Dave Lynch and Denis O’ Regan excelled. But the pressure took it’s toll and Strand regained the lead after 70 minutes with a well placed shot from inside the area. However Killowen refused to throw in the towel as the impressive Doyle took the ball around the keeper but the angle was too tight for a shot. However Killowen finally managed an equaliser in added time, there seemed to be little danger for Strand when the visitors were awarded a free kick close to the touchline but  Patrick Bermingham’s inswinging free kick flew into the top corner to rescue a point for a hardworking Killowen side.

Killowen.

John O’ Sullivan; Eoin Scannell, Dave Lynch, Denis O’ Regan, Donal Buckley; Stephen Daly, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Michael Murphy, Patrick Bermingham; Paul Lynch, Patrick Doyle.

Substitutes.

Shane O’ Brien for Buckley.

Eamonn Murphy for Daly.

Declan Cassidy.

28/10/07. A.O.H. Cup.

Killowen 3        Park United (B) 2.

            Killowen advanced to the next round of the A.O.H. cup following a 3-2 victory over Park United (B) on Sunday last. This was a great victory for Killowen as the Mitchelstown based team , now under the astute management of former Killowen player Kieran Duggan, are well placed in division 1A of the A.U.L. However it was not a happy return for Duggan as his side just came up short against a Killowen side recording their second win in a row. The opening half saw the action swing from end to end, Shane O’ Brien went close for Killowen after 2 minutes but his headed effort cleared the crossbar while at the other end, Brian Kane was in action early on with two fine saves to keep Park at bay. The opening goal did not take long to arrive, Killowen were awarded a free kick on the edge of the area after 12 minutes, Declan O’ Brien assumed responsibility and he curled his shot around the wall into the bottom corner to put his side 1-0 up. However the goal seemed to wake the visitors up as they proceeded to strike the post after 15 minutes and a timely intervention from Greg Creedon prevented a certain goal after 23 minutes. Killowen weathered the storm and extended their lead after half an hour, Eoin O’ Sullivan picked up a loose ball in midfield and his powerful shot from 25 yards left the opposing ‘keeper helpless. Park continued to impress in attack and Kane produced another fine save after 36 minutes but he was finally beaten 4 minutes later, Park worked the ball into the area and held their composure to beat Kane with a well placed shot. Killowen substitute Robert White made an immediate impact when he raced clear from the opposing defence but was foiled by the advancing ‘keeper.

            With the game finally balanced, the next goal was going to be critical and it was the home side who restored their two goal advantage after 48 minutes. Man of the match Denis O’ Regan supplied the pass and Declan O’ Brien calmly rolled the ball past the advancing keeper to swing the game firmly in Killowen’s favour. The North Cork side kept battling away and made it 3-2 after 55 minutes, a long ball into the area caused confusion in the Killowen ranks and the loose ball was struck to the net from close range. There was no let up in the action as the Park custodian denied Declan O’ Brien his hat-trick by smothering his goalbound shot after 65 minutes. Both sides were showing great commitment to the cause and it was unfortunate that the referee had to dismiss a player from each side after 68 minutes following an altercation in midfield. That seemed to take the sting out of the game and Killowen held on to record their second victory in this years competition.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Dave Lynch, Terence O’ Rourke, Greg Creedon; Denis O’ Regan, Declan O’ Donoghue, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Patrick Bermingham; Declan O’ Brien, Shane O’ Brien.

Substitutes.

Robert White for Bermingham.

Paul Lynch for Shane O’ Brien.

Stephen Daly for Declan O’ Brien.

21/10/07. A.U.L. 2A.

Killowen 3.       Fairview 1.

            Killowen recorded their first league win of the season following a 3-1 victory over Fairview on Sunday last. A brace from regular marksman Declan O’ Brien and a single strike form Denis O’ Regan did the trick for the mid Cork side. While the goalscorers may get the plaudits, the foundations for this victory were based on the solid displays of ‘keeper John O’ Sullivan and his defensive quartet. Indeed O’ Sullivan was called into action as early as the first minute as he tipped a long range Fairview shot over the bar. Fairview were having the better of the opening exchanges and were denied by another O’ Sullivan save after 10 minutes. However Killowen gradually got to the pace of the game and were awarded a penalty after 15 minutes following a push on Dave Lynch inside the penalty area. Declan O’ Brien’s first attempt was saved but he made no mistake from the rebound to put the home side ahead. Killowen were now in control and Patrick Bermingham almost doubled their advantage but his goalbound header was cleared off the line. Killowen’s second goal arrived on the half hour mark as Denis O’ Regan was on target form inside the area with a well struck shot.

            With Owen Braun impressing in midfield and full back’s Eoin Scannell and Greg Creedon in top form, it was little surprise that Killowen added to their tally courtesy of O’ Brien’s powerful strike from the edge of the area after 50 minutes. Fairview refused to throw in the towel and their hard work was rewarded with a goal after 65 minutes. That goal was only a consolation as Terence O’ Rourke and Dave Lynch proved to be unbeatable at the heart of a Killowen defence that had to withstand some late Fairview pressure. It was left to O’ Sullivan to have the final say in matters as his two late saves finally killed off the spirited challenge from the visitors.

Killowen.

John O’ Sullivan; Eoin Scannell, Terence O’ Rourke, Dave Lynch, Greg Creedon; Denis O’ Regan, Owen Braun, Eoin O’ Sullivan, Patrick Bermingham; Declan O’ Brien, Paul Lynch.

Substitutes.

Stephen Daly for Bermingham.

Shane O’ Brien for Paul Lynch.

Donal Buckley.

Brian Kane.

07/10/07. A.U.L. 2A

Killowen 3        Shanavoher 3.

            Despite holding a three goal advantage, Killowen had to settle for a share of the points with visitors Shanavoher on Sunday last. Killowen started brightly and were ahead after 10 minutes, Paul Lynch’s shot from inside the area was blocked but Declan O’ Donoghue was on hand to steer the rebound home from close range. The home sides passing and movement had Shanavoher in all sorts of bother and it was little surprise the Killowen added to their tally after 20th minutes. Midfielder Stephen Daly’s pass released Paul Lynch and his cross from the left found Patrick Bermingham who tapped in at the far post. It was 3-0 minutes later as Bermingham’s inswinging free kick took a wicked deflection before hitting the net. Shanavoher refused to lie down and after hitting the bar in the 30th minute, they managed to pull a goal back just before the interval.

            The margin was down to a single goal in the 46th minute as Shanavoher scored from close range after an original attempt had struck the post. Killowen steadied the ship until the 60th minute when poor marking from a set piece resulted in a free header and the equalising goal for the visitors. With time running out both sides battled for a winner, Robert White set up Owen Braun but he shot over from close range while at the other end John O’ Sullivan got down to block a goalbound shot in the dying minutes

Killowen.

John O’ Sullivan; Eoin Scannell, Dave Lynch, Denis O’ Regan, Donal Buckley; Eoin O’ Sullivan, Declan O’ Donoghue, Michael Murphy, Stephen Daly; Paul Lynch, Patrick Bermingham.

Substitutes.

Owen Braun for Paul Lynch.

Robert White for Daly.

Declan O’ Brien for Bermingham.

Terence O’ Rourke.

Greg Creedon.

30/09/07. A.O.H. Cup.

Killowen 3        Blackstone Rovers 2.

            A superbly taken goal by Michael Murphy, ensured Killowen’s progress in the A.O.H. cup following a hard earned 3-2 victory over Blackstone Rovers. Manager Declan Cassidy  was forced into naming a much changed side from the previous week due to injuries and other commitments. Despite the changes in personnel, Killowen showed great determination in coming from behind twice to finally taste victory. Blackstone settled first and home ‘keeper Brian Kane was forced to touch a long range shot onto the post after 5 minutes, Kane was kept on his toes as he foiled the visitors with a superb point blank save after 15 minutes. Killowen had their first attack of note minutes earlier when Paul Lynch sidefooted narrowly wide after good work by Shane O’ Brien. However it was the visitors who finished the half stronger , Kane was smartly off his line to deny a clear goalscoring opportunity for the visitors after 30 minutes and he was finally beaten 6 minutes later as Blackstone netted from the penalty spot following an indiscretion in the area. The goal stirred Killowen into action and Eoin O’ Sullivan went close to equalising before the interval but his free kick cleared the crossbar.

            Killowen were level within 5 minutes of the restart, Paul Lynch’s pass released Shane O’ Brien and he made no mistake from close range. But Blackstone regained the lead 10 minutes later, a quickly taken free kick unhinged the Killowen defence and a powerful shot from inside the area flew past substitute ‘keeper Eamonn Murphy  who had earlier replaced the injured Kane. Killowen then had claims for a penalty rejected by the referee as Paul Lynch was up-ended in the box as he raced on to O’ Brien’s defence splitting pass. Killowen were now on top at midfield where Declan O’ Donoghue and Michael Murphy were now more prominent and both were to have a hand in the two late goals that settled the game. The equaliser arrived in the 75th minute, O’ Donoghue picked up the ball in the middle of the park and his pass released Patrick Bermingham on the left wing, his cross to the far post was met by the inrushing Dave Lynch who showed great bravery in heading the ball goalwards. Victory was secured 5 minutes later, Killowen again attacked down the left and when a clearance from defence reached Michael Murphy on the corner of the area, his precise chip gave the retreating ‘keeper no chance. Blackstone pushed forward in search of an equaliser as Eamonn Murphy was forced into action twice in the closing minutes, firstly turning away a free kick and then parrying a close range shot. However Killowen weathered the storm and now progress to the next round.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Dave Lynch, Denis O Regan, Donal Buckley; Eoin O’ Sullivan, Michael Murphy, Declan O’ Donoghue, Stephen Daly; Shane O’ Brien, Paul Lynch.

Substitutes

Eamonn Murphy for Kane.

Patrick Bermingham for Daly.

Declan Cassidy for O’ Brien.

23/09/07. A.U.L. 2A

Donoughmore Athletic  2         Killowen  1.

            A highly competitive clash saw Donoughmore edge out local rivals Killowen on Sunday last. Killowen started well, with Owen Braun very prominent up front and he was central to Killowen’s good play in the opening stages. His cross from the right wing found the unmarked Michael Murphy who shot narrowly over after 5 minutes, Declan O’ Donoghue then shot wide after more good work by Braun after 10 minutes. Donoughmore finally got into their stride and almost scored form a corner after 15 minutes and a quick counter attack almost yielded a goal minutes later. Their ability to break quickly from defence led to the opening goal after 20 minutes, the ball was switched to the right wing and a well delivered cross from the endline was turned home from close range. The lead did not last long as Killowen were level within 5 minutes, Patrick Bermingham’s powerful shot struck the crossbar but Paul Lynch was on hand to head in the rebound for a deserved equaliser. The impressive Michael Murphy clipped the crossbar with a long range shot and O’ Donoghue was narrowly off target as Killowen finished the half on the offensive.

            The second half replicated the first with both teams pushing forward at every opportunity, however Killowen suffered a setback as Owen Braun was unable to resume for the second period due to injury. Killowen ‘keeper Brian Kane got down well to smother a well struck shot after 46 minutes as Donoughmore continued to impress on the attack. Killowen had their moments too, Dave Lynch’s superb cross form the wing rolled across the Donoughmore goalmouth but none of his team-mates were in position to avail of the opportunity. The Donoughmore ‘keeper then showed his class after 60 minutes by tipping over a powerfully struck free kick from Murphy. Killowen were to regret those missed chances as it was Donoughmore who got the all important lead goal with 20 minutes left, a corner on the right caused confusion in the Killowen ranks and despite Eoin Scannell’s goalline clearance the ball was returned into the danger area and squeezed into the net from close range. It was heartbreak for Killowen and it could have been worse as minutes later Donoughmore had legitimate claims for a penalty rejected by the Referee. Despite Killowen committing extra numbers forward in the closing stages, Donoughmore held firm at the back to record the win.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Terence O’ Rourke, Denis O’ Regan, Donal Buckley; Dave Lynch, Michael Murphy, Declan O’ Donoghue, Patrick Bermingham; Owen Braun, Paul Lynch.

Substitutes.

Robert White for Braun.

Stephen Daly for Bermingham.

Shane O’ Brien for Buckley.

Greg Creedon.

John O’ Sullivan.

09/09/07. A.U.L. 2A

Killowen 1.     Passage A 2.

            Passage (A) continued their good start to the season following a hard earned victory over Killowen on Sunday last. It took an 80th minute penalty to decide this game in the visitors favour as the hosts battled gamely over the 90 minutes. Despite the warm temperatures both sides were full of running and Killowen got into their stride early on with Eoin O’ Sullivan testing the Passage ‘keeper with a long range shot after 10 minutes. The action swung to the other end of the field as Terence O’ Rourke’s timely intervention denied Passage a certain goal after 12 minutes. However, the opening goal arrived on the quarter hour mark, Michael Murphy’s right wing cross was met by Owen Braun and his downward header deceived the Passage ‘keeper. Murphy was impressing on the right wing and his shot flew across the goalmouth after 20 minutes but Passage responded and were denied an equaliser by Brian Kane’s brave block inside the area. However the equaliser arrived soon after as some fine passing in midfield opened up the Killowen defence resulting in the visitors hitting the target from close range. Passage then had strong claims for a penalty turned down as Killowen finished the half strongly, Braun shot wide from inside the box and Dave Lynch saw his header cleared off the line.

            Killowen resumed on the offensive and had a number of chances to regain the lead, Braun headed narrowly wide after 47 minutes, Lynch’s powerful strike was tipped around the post on 65 minutes and Braun was cursing his luck again after 70 minutes as his header hit the crossbar. Killowen were to regret those misses as Passage took the lead after 80 minutes from the penalty spot. The visitors were not finished yet and home ‘keeper Kane prevented a third goal five minutes later as he tipped over a close range header. Killowen pressed hard for an equaliser in the closing minutes but Passage held firm at he back to claim the 3 points.

Killowen.

Brian Kane; Robert White, Terence O’ Rourke, Denis O’ Regan, Greg Creedon; Michael Murphy, Dave Lynch, Declan O’ Donoghue, Eoin O’ Sullivan; Owen Braun, Patrick Bermingham.

Substitutes.

Donal Buckley for Creedon.

John O’ Sullivan for White.

Declan O’ Brien.

Shane O’ Brien.

Michael Kelleher.

01/09/07. A.U.L. 2A

Killowen 1        Strand United 3.

            Local rivals Killowen and Strand United squared up to each other on Saturday and it was the men from Inniscarra parish who went home the happier following a 3-1 victory. Both sides contributed to a fine contest which saw plenty goalmouth action. Michael Murphy’s long range free kick tested the Strand ‘keeper after 5 minutes as Killowen settled first and a better opportunity was spurned in the 10th minute,  Owen Braun’s cross from the right was heading towards the unmarked Robert White in the box but a timely block from a Strand defender averted the danger. Strand’s first opportunity arrived in the 15th minute, a close range free kick was blocked by home ‘keeper John O’ Sullivan who was deputising for the injured Brian Kane. Killowen then had a goal ruled out for offside as the visitors grabbed the lead goal after 20 minutes, a well flighted corner was headed home from close range. The action swung from end to end with both sides committed to attack, Owen Braun crossed from the right but Eoin O’ Sullivan’s shot was blocked and Strand broke quickly from defence but were thwarted by John O’ Sullivan’s smart save. The equaliser arrived just before the break, O’ Sullivan’s long kickout was collected by Braun on the right and his cross was finished to the net by Robert White to leave the sides deadlocked at the interval.

            Killowen failed to build on their first half display and it was the visitors who enjoyed long periods of dominance during the second half. However the home side soaked up the pressure thanks to Terence O’ Rourke’s superb performance in the centre of defence. Killowen’s best chance of this period fell to Dave Lynch but he headed narrowly wide from inside the area after 65 minutes. It was Strand who finished the stronger and 2 goals in the final ten minutes sealed the victory. The first goal arrived after 80 minutes, Strand broke quickly down the right and a well delivered cross was sidefooted to the net from 6 yards out. Strand saved the best till last as a powerfully struck free kick from the edge of the area nestled in the top corner to make it 3-1.

Killowen.

John O’ Sullivan; Eoin Scannell, Dave Lynch, Terence O’ Rourke, Greg Creedon; Denis O’ Regan, Michael Murphy, Declan O’ Donoghue, Eoin O’ Sullivan; Owen Braun, Robert White.

Substitutes.

Declan O’ Brien for O’ Regan.

Patrick Bermingham for Braun.

Shane O’ Brien.

Eamonn Murphy.

25/08/07. A.U.L. 2A.

Waterloo 2        Killowen 2.

            Killowen began life in AUL 2A with a local derby against Waterloo and had to settle for a point despite leading 2-0 at the interval. Manager Declan Cassidy gave debuts to new signings Robert White and Denis O’ Regan and both players impressed over the 90 minutes. Mick Murphy had Killowen’s first chance after 10 minutes, a corner kick from the left was not cleared and his shot from inside the area flashed wide. The visitors were dominating the opening stages of this contest and deservedly took the lead after 20 minutes, Owen Braun’s well delivered free kick found Stephen Daly at the far post and his powerful shot gave the home ‘keeper no chance. However that goal sparked Waterloo into life and Killowen ‘keeper Brian Kane was called into action with two fine saves in the space of a minute. Killowen weathered the storm and Daly tested the home keeper with a well struck shot after 30 minutes and the second goal arrived 5 minutes later courtesy of Owen Braun who headed home Eoin O’ Sullivan’s corner from close range. Killowen finished the half stronger as White saw his long range effort saved and O’ Sullivan’s powerful shot struck the underside of the crossbar.

            A number of enforced substitutions on the Killowen side was to have an immediate effect as Waterloo dominated the opening period of the second half. As a result Killowen struggled to establish a foothold on the game and Waterloo struck for two goals in a minute to draw level. A low cross from the right found the net following a wicked deflection after 65 minutes and Waterloo’s equaliser was fired home from inside the box after Brian Kane had parried a powerfully struck free kick. Both sides fought hard for a winner but with both defences on top chances were few and far between. Killowen almost snatched a winner in added time but Paul Lynch’s header drifted wide.

Killowen

Brian Kane; Eoin Scannell, Dave Lynch, Owen Braun, Robert White; Denis O’ Regan, Michael Murphy, Declan O’ Donoghue, Stephen Daly; Declan O’ Brien, Patrick Bermingham.

Substitutes,

Eoin O’ Sullivan for O’ Brien.

Greg Creedon for Scannell.

Paul Lynch for Murphy.

Donal Buckley.

John O’ Sullivan.