Semi Finals all to play for
Spell's, Ballaghaderreen 4 McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 3 (14-11 on legs).
Flanagan's, Castleplunket 4 Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 3 (15-11 on legs).
Spell's and Flanagan's got the edge in the first leg of the semi-finals, but it is still all to play for in the return fixtures. The Claypipe and McDermott's have to use home advantage, otherwise it's the shield final for them.
Semi-Final 2nd leg. Friday 6th of March- 10pm.
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery v Flanagan's, Castleplunket
Semi-Final 2nd leg. Friday 13th of March- 10pm.
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish v Spell's, Ballaghaderreen
Roscommon Youths prepare to defend All Ireland
The Irish National Darts Organisations (I.N.D.O.) All Ireland Intercounty Youths Darts Championships take place in the Springhill Court Hotel, Kilkenny next Saturday the 7th of March from 10am. Last year- Roscommon were made to work hard for their third title in five years eventually beating Kilkenny on a 3-2 scoreline. This year sees a couple of additions with David Concannon being the most notable loss as he is now over-age. A good number of supporters will be travelling down to Kilkenny- more are welcome. Best of luck to Luke and the lads.
Martin Kelly Cup
Sunday April 5th- In the Hollywood Bar, Roscommon Town. Starting 2pm. Money in-money out + €200 sponsored by the Hollywood Bar. Trophies for Winner,R-up, losing Semi finalists, best dressed lady, and highest checkout. Closing date for entries 1pm on Sunday the 5th. Raffle on the day in aid of Cancer Research. Enquiries to Stephen on 0877426804 or Barbara on 0876362359. Check out www.501in9.blogspot.com for details- also on RTE 2 teletext page 426.
Ireland Players Championship Round 4 Results
Willie O'Connor defeated Radaslaw Szaganski in an all Limerick Final at the Clonmel Park Hotel on Sunday. Mick Egan was the sole representative from Roscommon in a field of 122 mens entries, but lost out 5-2 to Mayo's Padraig Hestor at the last 32 stage. He picked up 2 points for his efforts, and with 14 points should have secured a place in the grand finals in Kilkenny in August. Paddy Meaney won the youths event against Ryan Courtney.
Round 4 Men's results:
Last 16 (board-finals):
William O'Connor 5 - 4 Benny Grace
Jason Bolger 5 - 4 Mike O'Sullivan
Damian O'Driscoll 5 - 2 Jimmy Murphy
Martin Murphy 5 - 3 Dominic Fenlon
Radaslaw Szaganski 5 - 3 Chris Connery
Jason Kavanagh 5 - 3 Darren Clifford
Peter Quinn 5 - 0 James Broderick
Brian Cathcart 5 - 2 Padraig Hester
Quarter-finals:
William O'Connor 5 - 3 Jason Bolger
Damian O'Driscoll 5 - 1 Martin Murphy
Radaslaw Szaganski 5 - 3 Jason Kavanagh
Peter Quinn 5 - 1 Brian Cathcart
Semi-finals:
William O'Connor 6 - 4 Damian O'Driscoll
Radaslaw Szaganski 6 - 3 Peter Quinn
Final:
William O'Connor 6 - 4 Radaslaw Szaganski
Round Four Youths' Results :
Quarter-finals:
Paddy Meaney 3 - 0 Simon Smith
James Gearon 3 - 0 Donal O'Dwyer
Ryan Courtney 3 - 1 Dean Forde
Jason Hahessy 3 - 2 John Seagrave
Semi-finals:
Paddy Meaney 3 - 0 James Gearon
Ryan Courtney 3 - 2 Jason Hahessy
Final:
Paddy Meaney 3 - 0 Ryan Courtney