Ireland Players Championship Round 5
A total of 170 players competed in Round Five of the 2009 Ireland Players' Championships at the Springhill Court Hotel in Kilkenny on Sunday, April 19th. Mick Egan was again the sole Roscommon representative in an entry of 102 senior men. After some good early form in his first two games, an indifferent display saw him lose out at the last 32 stage to a very good effort by Jimmy Murphy from Limerick. Murphy went on win out the competition on the day, beating Mick Barry from Dublin. Egan picked up 2 points for his efforts, and should be safely into the last 32 for the grand finals in Kilkenny in August. Paddy Meaney of Kilkenny defeated James Gearon from Tipperary in the youths competition. Unfortunately, Roscommon had no youth entrants on the day. Full results to follow.
Monday, April 6, 2009
O' Neill wins Kelly Cup
Cavan's Aodhagen O'Neill won the Martin Kelly Memorial Cup in The Hollywood Bar in Roscommon on Sunday. The former Irish No. 1 won in 2007 and was Runner up in last years event. But this time round a string of classy performances saw him crowned worthy winner, out of a total of 45 players. Several Roscommon players featured well on the day with Jimmy Reilly, Sean Fleming, and last years winner Mick Egan knocked out in the last 8. However losing semi-finalists Mark Finneran and David Concannon were the pick of the Roscommon bunch. In what was game of the day, the O'Neill recorded a 5-2 semi-final win over David Concannon, with a three dart average of 92.86, finishing out with an 11-dart-leg. A 6-2 win over Mayo's PJ Kavanagh in the final began with O'Neill including a 180 in a first leg 20-darts. Kavanagh replied with a 21-darter in the second- before continuing to open up the third leg with a 180. Despite this O'Neill took it in 15 darts. A 14 darter from put the Cavan man 3-1 up. That was bettered to 5-1 with 20 and 17 dart legs and O'Neill missed three clear darts in the 7th leg to win it out but Kavanagh took out a superb 136 checkout to spark a mini revival. The 15-dart winning leg for O'Neill ended with a 101 checkout.
The family of the late Martin Kelly wish to thank all those who supported the Martin Kelly Memorial Cup today and since it started four years ago. A special thanks to those who gave spot prizes. Fleming's Supervalu, Moma's Restaurant,Castlemine Free Range Farm, Morelli's, Abbey Hotel, Walsh's Spar,and Ruby Oil, Also a special thanks to Tommy Beirne who without his help this event would not take place. Thanks to Gordon Feeley, Jason Hoare, Michael Kelly, Sean Fleming, Luke Concannon, and Lori Hoare who all contributed to the running of this event. Thanks to John Paul O'Gara, who hosted the event and for his generous sponsorship. Thanks to Martin Fleming for all his help and for calling the finals. Thanks to everybody who bought raffle tickets on the day. A total of €450 was raised for Cancer Research. We hope to have all your support again next year. Thank you.
Results
Quarter Finals:
PJ Kavanagh 4 Mick Egan 2;
David Concannon 4 Jimmy Reilly 1;
Aodhagen O'Neill 4 Eddie Gray 0;
Mark Finneran 4 Sean Fleming 1.
Semi-finals:
PJ Kavanagh 5 Mark Finneran 1;
Aodhagen O'Neill 5 David Concannon 2.
Final:
Aodhagen O'Neill 6 PJ Kavanagh 2.
Lady of the Tournament: Barbara Victory.
Highest Checkout: Richard Southam Snr. 144.
Other notable checkouts: M.Finneran 143, PJ Kavanagh 136, M.Finneran 112, M.Egan 108, A.O.Neill 101.
Cavan's Aodhagen O'Neill won the Martin Kelly Memorial Cup in The Hollywood Bar in Roscommon on Sunday. The former Irish No. 1 won in 2007 and was Runner up in last years event. But this time round a string of classy performances saw him crowned worthy winner, out of a total of 45 players. Several Roscommon players featured well on the day with Jimmy Reilly, Sean Fleming, and last years winner Mick Egan knocked out in the last 8. However losing semi-finalists Mark Finneran and David Concannon were the pick of the Roscommon bunch. In what was game of the day, the O'Neill recorded a 5-2 semi-final win over David Concannon, with a three dart average of 92.86, finishing out with an 11-dart-leg. A 6-2 win over Mayo's PJ Kavanagh in the final began with O'Neill including a 180 in a first leg 20-darts. Kavanagh replied with a 21-darter in the second- before continuing to open up the third leg with a 180. Despite this O'Neill took it in 15 darts. A 14 darter from put the Cavan man 3-1 up. That was bettered to 5-1 with 20 and 17 dart legs and O'Neill missed three clear darts in the 7th leg to win it out but Kavanagh took out a superb 136 checkout to spark a mini revival. The 15-dart winning leg for O'Neill ended with a 101 checkout.
The family of the late Martin Kelly wish to thank all those who supported the Martin Kelly Memorial Cup today and since it started four years ago. A special thanks to those who gave spot prizes. Fleming's Supervalu, Moma's Restaurant,Castlemine Free Range Farm, Morelli's, Abbey Hotel, Walsh's Spar,and Ruby Oil, Also a special thanks to Tommy Beirne who without his help this event would not take place. Thanks to Gordon Feeley, Jason Hoare, Michael Kelly, Sean Fleming, Luke Concannon, and Lori Hoare who all contributed to the running of this event. Thanks to John Paul O'Gara, who hosted the event and for his generous sponsorship. Thanks to Martin Fleming for all his help and for calling the finals. Thanks to everybody who bought raffle tickets on the day. A total of €450 was raised for Cancer Research. We hope to have all your support again next year. Thank you.
Results
Quarter Finals:
PJ Kavanagh 4 Mick Egan 2;
David Concannon 4 Jimmy Reilly 1;
Aodhagen O'Neill 4 Eddie Gray 0;
Mark Finneran 4 Sean Fleming 1.
Semi-finals:
PJ Kavanagh 5 Mark Finneran 1;
Aodhagen O'Neill 5 David Concannon 2.
Final:
Aodhagen O'Neill 6 PJ Kavanagh 2.
Lady of the Tournament: Barbara Victory.
Highest Checkout: Richard Southam Snr. 144.
Other notable checkouts: M.Finneran 143, PJ Kavanagh 136, M.Finneran 112, M.Egan 108, A.O.Neill 101.
| Year | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Sean Finan (Roscommon) | Sean McGowan (Sligo) |
| 2007 | Aodhagen O Neill (Cavan) | Sean Fleming (Roscommon) |
| 2008 | Mick Egan (Roscommon) | Aodhagen O Neill (Cavan) |
| 2007 | Aodhagen O Neill (Cavan) | PJ Kavanagh (Mayo) |
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Hollywood to host Martin Kelly Cup
The 4th Annual Martin Kelly Memorial Cup Darts Tournament takes place on Sunday April 5th, in the Hollywood Bar, Roscommon Town, starting at 2pm. Prizefund is Money in-money out + €200 sponsored by the Hollywood Bar. Trophies for Winner,Runner-up, losing Semi finalists, best lady, and highest checkout. Closing date for entries 1pm on Sunday the 5th. Entry fee €15. Raffle on the day in aid of Cancer Research. Enquiries to Stephen on 0877426804 or Barbara on 0876362359. Last years winner was Knockcroghery player Mick Egan who beat Cavan's Aodhagen O' Neill in the final. Both are expected to take part next Sunday, along with the first champion, Loughglynn's Sean Finan, and a host of other top local, regional and National players. All are welcome. Details also available on RTE 2 Aertel page 426.
The 4th Annual Martin Kelly Memorial Cup Darts Tournament takes place on Sunday April 5th, in the Hollywood Bar, Roscommon Town, starting at 2pm. Prizefund is Money in-money out + €200 sponsored by the Hollywood Bar. Trophies for Winner,Runner-up, losing Semi finalists, best lady, and highest checkout. Closing date for entries 1pm on Sunday the 5th. Entry fee €15. Raffle on the day in aid of Cancer Research. Enquiries to Stephen on 0877426804 or Barbara on 0876362359. Last years winner was Knockcroghery player Mick Egan who beat Cavan's Aodhagen O' Neill in the final. Both are expected to take part next Sunday, along with the first champion, Loughglynn's Sean Finan, and a host of other top local, regional and National players. All are welcome. Details also available on RTE 2 Aertel page 426.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Flanagan's champions again
Flanagan's won their 6th title with a narrow win over neighbours McDermott's in a thrilling final. The Claypipe Bar won the Shield Final, as they defeated Spell's in a game that went to the last leg.
Cup Final result:
Flanagan's, Castleplunket 4 McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 3 (21-18).
Shield Final result:
The Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 4 Spell's, Ballaghaderreen 3 (14-16).
Roscommon County Darts League Cup Final for the Willie Tiernan Perpetual Cup.
Flanagan's of Castleplunkett were crowned the Overall Winners of the 2008/2009 Hannon's Hotel Roscommon County Darts League after a gripping 4-3 victory over McDermott's of Ballinaheglish. Flanagan's sixth title in nine attempts underlines their dominance on the local darts scene over the past decade- but this time they were made to work very hard having seen their 3-0 lead on the night obliterated by a stunning comeback by McDermott's. Kevin Kearney proved Flanagan's hero as he threw the winning arrow in front of a massive crowd on what was a great day for both Local and National Sport.
Game 1- Flanagan's 1 McDermott's 0
Flanagan's Gerry Owens and McDermott's Luke Concannon went head to head in game one. Concannon took the first leg- with both players well matched throughout. A 180 effort in his second last throw helped a battling Concannon but could not prevent Owens taking a 4-1 win.
Game 2- Flanagan's 2 McDermott's 0
Padraig Kearney increased the lead to 3-0 with a 4 leg to nil win over a double troubled Joe Elliffee. Kearney improved as the game wore on including a 180 in his 20-dart winning leg.
Game 4-Flanagan's 3 McDermott's 1.
McDermott's Thomas Concannon took a 2-0 lead over Martin Kearney with 26 and 21 dart legs. Kearney replied with 18 and 22 dart legs to level. Concannon took the fifth and Kearney had one dart to level it in the sixth but missed before a stunning 94 checkout on the bull by Concannon opened up McDermott's account on the night.
Game 5-Flanagan's 3 McDermott's 2.
David Conannon threw aside his recent under par form to produce an inspirational performance to beat a struggling Noel Ryan 4-0. Winning legs of 17 and 21 darts were followed by a sloppier 30-dart leg before he closed out with a winning leg of 19 darts.
Game 6- Flanagan's 3 McDermott's 3.
Brian McCormack and Andy Fallon felt the heat as their game went all the way to a deciding leg in what was a nervy encounter. McCormack had four darts to win it for Flanagan's but Fallon held on to send it to the last pairing.
Game 7- Flanagan's 4 McDermott's 3.
After six months of darts it was left to Flanagan's Kevin Kearney and McDermott's Michael Fallon to sort out the destination of the Willie Tiernan Perprtual Cup. Fallon gave McDermott's the lead for the first time in the Final in taking the first leg. Kearney responded to take the second. An 18 darter in leg three gave Kearney the lead before Fallon took the fourth. Kearney took leg five unhindered to set up a leg for the match. Fallon put in a massive effort to try and save the match with scores of 140,100,60,60 and 79- but failed to hit his double missing numerous darts to force a decider. Kearney with his fifth dart for the match made no mistake to wrap up the League for another year.
Scores:-(Gerry Owens 4 Luke Concannon 1;Francis Hussey 4 Mark Finneran 3;Padraig Kearney 4 Joe Elliffee 0;Martin Kearney 2 Thomas Concannon 4;Noel Ryan 0 David Concannon 4;Brian McCormack 3 Andy Fallon 4;Kevin Kearney 4 Michael Fallon 2).
Roscommon County Darts Shield Final
Preceeding the Cup Final was the Roscommon County Darts Shield Final. Last years Shield runners-up The Claypipe Bar of Knockcroghery got the better in this one with a fine 4-3 win over last years Cup Champions Spell's of Ballaghaderreen. Spell's won 16-14 on legs but The Claypipe done what mattered most. Sean Fleming gave Spell's the early lead with a blistering 3-0 win over Tony Lyons who did very little wrong. Mick Egan recovered from a slow start to close out with 19 and 16 dart legs in his 3-1 win over Denis Coffey. Jimmy Reilly gave The Claypipe the lead with a well worked 3-2 win over Martin Fleming. Fleming had 180's in his 20 and 17 dart winning legs while Reilly had winning legs of 24, 23 and a 15 darts. Spell's Aiden Tansey beat Danny Byrne 3-1 in game four before Pat Byrne restored The Claypipe's lead with a hard fought 3-2 win over Jimmy Finn. Patrick Tansey ensured a deciding game with his 3-1 win over Scobie Connaughton. In that decider Paul Carton enjoyed a 3-2 win over Benji Hayden. Both players put in very credible performances but Carton's winning legs of 23,16 and 23 darts were enough to take the Shield home to South Roscommon for the first time. Scores:-(S.Fleming 3 T.Lyons 0;D.Coffey 1 M.Egan 3; M.Fleming 2 J.Reilly 3;A.Tansey 3 D.Byrne 1;J,Finn 2 P.Byrne 3;P.Tansey 3 N.Connaughton 1;B.Hayden 2 P.Carton 3).
Acknowledgements
The 2008/09 league seen 8 teams involving 96 players play 1602 legs of darts between them. For the best part the standard was even across the county with the weaker teams improving on last year- and contributing to a closer and more unpredictable League. There were 63 x 180 scores of which 8 were from Mark Finneran's. 54 x 100+ checkouts were recorded- (16 more than last year)- with Murray's Matthew Hynes effort of 167 top of the pile. Mark Finneran topped the 180's list with a total of 8.
Although a small League compared to others across the country the Roscommon County Darts League is continuing to produce players that are capable of winning bigger things. The change in League format over the past two years along with trials and local competitions has given more players the chance to play more darts. Improvements are already visible and hopefully will be built on. Roscommon's quest for All-Ireland titles at Senior level is gathering pace. With the help and effort of players, organisers, supporters and sponsors all combined within the League can make it become reality.
Roscommon County Darts wishes to thank all the Publicans across the county who participated in the League, and for providing refreshements and good hospitality on a weekly basis. Thanks to all supporters who followed the League with interest, and who attended games each week and the finals in Roscommon last Saturday. Thanks also to Tommy Beirne and Martin Murphy for taking charge of the Shield Final. Thanks to Dermot Fallon for his on board camera at Saturday's finals and Hannon's Hotel for the use of their venue.
Flanagan's won their 6th title with a narrow win over neighbours McDermott's in a thrilling final. The Claypipe Bar won the Shield Final, as they defeated Spell's in a game that went to the last leg.
Cup Final result:
Flanagan's, Castleplunket 4 McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 3 (21-18).
Shield Final result:
The Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 4 Spell's, Ballaghaderreen 3 (14-16).
Roscommon County Darts League Cup Final for the Willie Tiernan Perpetual Cup.
Flanagan's of Castleplunkett were crowned the Overall Winners of the 2008/2009 Hannon's Hotel Roscommon County Darts League after a gripping 4-3 victory over McDermott's of Ballinaheglish. Flanagan's sixth title in nine attempts underlines their dominance on the local darts scene over the past decade- but this time they were made to work very hard having seen their 3-0 lead on the night obliterated by a stunning comeback by McDermott's. Kevin Kearney proved Flanagan's hero as he threw the winning arrow in front of a massive crowd on what was a great day for both Local and National Sport.
Game 1- Flanagan's 1 McDermott's 0
Flanagan's Gerry Owens and McDermott's Luke Concannon went head to head in game one. Concannon took the first leg- with both players well matched throughout. A 180 effort in his second last throw helped a battling Concannon but could not prevent Owens taking a 4-1 win.
Game 2- Flanagan's 2 McDermott's 0
Flanagan's Francis Hussey took a 4-3 win over the in form Mark Finneran in game two. Both players had put their teams into the final after respective semi final playoffs. Now pitched against each other they had 28 x 100+ scores between them- (18 for Hussey). Finneran took legs 1,3,and 6 in 23,19 and 20 darts. Hussey took legs legs 2,4,and 5 in 17,22 and 17 darts with 180's in legs legs 3 and 5. A 17-dart deciding leg from Hussey included scores of 137,100,121 and 60 taking out 83 in five darts with Finneran sitting on 90.
Game 3- Flanagan's 3 McDermott's 0.Padraig Kearney increased the lead to 3-0 with a 4 leg to nil win over a double troubled Joe Elliffee. Kearney improved as the game wore on including a 180 in his 20-dart winning leg.
Game 4-Flanagan's 3 McDermott's 1.
McDermott's Thomas Concannon took a 2-0 lead over Martin Kearney with 26 and 21 dart legs. Kearney replied with 18 and 22 dart legs to level. Concannon took the fifth and Kearney had one dart to level it in the sixth but missed before a stunning 94 checkout on the bull by Concannon opened up McDermott's account on the night.
Game 5-Flanagan's 3 McDermott's 2.
David Conannon threw aside his recent under par form to produce an inspirational performance to beat a struggling Noel Ryan 4-0. Winning legs of 17 and 21 darts were followed by a sloppier 30-dart leg before he closed out with a winning leg of 19 darts.
Game 6- Flanagan's 3 McDermott's 3.
Brian McCormack and Andy Fallon felt the heat as their game went all the way to a deciding leg in what was a nervy encounter. McCormack had four darts to win it for Flanagan's but Fallon held on to send it to the last pairing.
Game 7- Flanagan's 4 McDermott's 3.
After six months of darts it was left to Flanagan's Kevin Kearney and McDermott's Michael Fallon to sort out the destination of the Willie Tiernan Perprtual Cup. Fallon gave McDermott's the lead for the first time in the Final in taking the first leg. Kearney responded to take the second. An 18 darter in leg three gave Kearney the lead before Fallon took the fourth. Kearney took leg five unhindered to set up a leg for the match. Fallon put in a massive effort to try and save the match with scores of 140,100,60,60 and 79- but failed to hit his double missing numerous darts to force a decider. Kearney with his fifth dart for the match made no mistake to wrap up the League for another year.
Scores:-(Gerry Owens 4 Luke Concannon 1;Francis Hussey 4 Mark Finneran 3;Padraig Kearney 4 Joe Elliffee 0;Martin Kearney 2 Thomas Concannon 4;Noel Ryan 0 David Concannon 4;Brian McCormack 3 Andy Fallon 4;Kevin Kearney 4 Michael Fallon 2).
Roscommon County Darts Shield Final
Preceeding the Cup Final was the Roscommon County Darts Shield Final. Last years Shield runners-up The Claypipe Bar of Knockcroghery got the better in this one with a fine 4-3 win over last years Cup Champions Spell's of Ballaghaderreen. Spell's won 16-14 on legs but The Claypipe done what mattered most. Sean Fleming gave Spell's the early lead with a blistering 3-0 win over Tony Lyons who did very little wrong. Mick Egan recovered from a slow start to close out with 19 and 16 dart legs in his 3-1 win over Denis Coffey. Jimmy Reilly gave The Claypipe the lead with a well worked 3-2 win over Martin Fleming. Fleming had 180's in his 20 and 17 dart winning legs while Reilly had winning legs of 24, 23 and a 15 darts. Spell's Aiden Tansey beat Danny Byrne 3-1 in game four before Pat Byrne restored The Claypipe's lead with a hard fought 3-2 win over Jimmy Finn. Patrick Tansey ensured a deciding game with his 3-1 win over Scobie Connaughton. In that decider Paul Carton enjoyed a 3-2 win over Benji Hayden. Both players put in very credible performances but Carton's winning legs of 23,16 and 23 darts were enough to take the Shield home to South Roscommon for the first time. Scores:-(S.Fleming 3 T.Lyons 0;D.Coffey 1 M.Egan 3; M.Fleming 2 J.Reilly 3;A.Tansey 3 D.Byrne 1;J,Finn 2 P.Byrne 3;P.Tansey 3 N.Connaughton 1;B.Hayden 2 P.Carton 3).
Acknowledgements
The 2008/09 league seen 8 teams involving 96 players play 1602 legs of darts between them. For the best part the standard was even across the county with the weaker teams improving on last year- and contributing to a closer and more unpredictable League. There were 63 x 180 scores of which 8 were from Mark Finneran's. 54 x 100+ checkouts were recorded- (16 more than last year)- with Murray's Matthew Hynes effort of 167 top of the pile. Mark Finneran topped the 180's list with a total of 8.
Although a small League compared to others across the country the Roscommon County Darts League is continuing to produce players that are capable of winning bigger things. The change in League format over the past two years along with trials and local competitions has given more players the chance to play more darts. Improvements are already visible and hopefully will be built on. Roscommon's quest for All-Ireland titles at Senior level is gathering pace. With the help and effort of players, organisers, supporters and sponsors all combined within the League can make it become reality.
Roscommon County Darts wishes to thank all the Publicans across the county who participated in the League, and for providing refreshements and good hospitality on a weekly basis. Thanks to all supporters who followed the League with interest, and who attended games each week and the finals in Roscommon last Saturday. Thanks also to Tommy Beirne and Martin Murphy for taking charge of the Shield Final. Thanks to Dermot Fallon for his on board camera at Saturday's finals and Hannon's Hotel for the use of their venue.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Waterford kind to Roscommon Darts.
Less than 24 hours after guiding McDermott's of Ballinaheglish to their second Roscommon Darts League Final- Mark Finneran was runner up in Saturday's I.N.D.O. half ranked Waterford County Singles event held in Lawlor's Hotel, Dungarvan. Beaten by Limerick's Connie Finnan- Finneran had checkouts of 156 and 157 in his 4-0 Round 1 win over Sean McGowan. A 108 checkout sealed his 4-3 win over Martin Fleming at the Quarter Final stage in what was a very good match. Knockroghery's Mick Egan also had an excellent run before Connie Finnan beat him at the Semi-Final stage. Sean Fleming was beaten in the Last 16- just short of the points.
Sunday's main event- The I.N.D.O. Lawlor's Singles was won by Connie Finnan who made it a Waterford double. Mark Finneran and Mick Egan were both beaten in the last 16 while Martin Fleming went out in the Quarter Final having missed numerous chances to go further. Sean Fleming was beaten by Mark Finneran in the last 32. Next I.N.D.O. Ranking event is the Cavan Open in Bailieborough on March 29th.
Less than 24 hours after guiding McDermott's of Ballinaheglish to their second Roscommon Darts League Final- Mark Finneran was runner up in Saturday's I.N.D.O. half ranked Waterford County Singles event held in Lawlor's Hotel, Dungarvan. Beaten by Limerick's Connie Finnan- Finneran had checkouts of 156 and 157 in his 4-0 Round 1 win over Sean McGowan. A 108 checkout sealed his 4-3 win over Martin Fleming at the Quarter Final stage in what was a very good match. Knockroghery's Mick Egan also had an excellent run before Connie Finnan beat him at the Semi-Final stage. Sean Fleming was beaten in the Last 16- just short of the points.
Sunday's main event- The I.N.D.O. Lawlor's Singles was won by Connie Finnan who made it a Waterford double. Mark Finneran and Mick Egan were both beaten in the last 16 while Martin Fleming went out in the Quarter Final having missed numerous chances to go further. Sean Fleming was beaten by Mark Finneran in the last 32. Next I.N.D.O. Ranking event is the Cavan Open in Bailieborough on March 29th.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
McDermott's reach Cup Final
Semi-Final 2nd leg. Friday 13th of March
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 4 Spell's,Ballaghaderreen (7-7 aggregate)
Play-off: Mark Finneran (McDermott's) 3 Martin Fleming (Spell's) 0
McDermott's reached their 2nd Cup Final with a tight victory over defending champions Spell's, as the 2nd semi-final also went to a play-off. After McDermott's had overturned their first-leg deficit and took a 2 point lead, Spell's fought back to put the game into a play-off. In the play-off, Mark Finneran had too much for Martin Fleming, and McDermott's advance to the Cup Final.
Roscommon County Darts League Finals.
Saturday 21st March @ Hannon's Hotel, Roscommon Town.
Shield Final 7pm.
Spell's, Ballaghaderreen v The Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery
Cup Final 9:30pm approx.
Flanagan's, Castleplunket v McDermott's, Ballinaheglish
Semi-Final 2nd leg. Friday 13th of March
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 4 Spell's,Ballaghaderreen (7-7 aggregate)
Play-off: Mark Finneran (McDermott's) 3 Martin Fleming (Spell's) 0
McDermott's reached their 2nd Cup Final with a tight victory over defending champions Spell's, as the 2nd semi-final also went to a play-off. After McDermott's had overturned their first-leg deficit and took a 2 point lead, Spell's fought back to put the game into a play-off. In the play-off, Mark Finneran had too much for Martin Fleming, and McDermott's advance to the Cup Final.
Roscommon County Darts League Finals.
Saturday 21st March @ Hannon's Hotel, Roscommon Town.
Shield Final 7pm.
Spell's, Ballaghaderreen v The Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery
Cup Final 9:30pm approx.
Flanagan's, Castleplunket v McDermott's, Ballinaheglish
Monday, March 9, 2009
Dubs Spring a shock in Kilkenny.
Roscommon's quest to land a fourth All-Ireland Youths crown ended in bitter dissappointment at the weekend as homeside Kilkenny dumped an unlucky Roscommon team out on a 3-2 scoreline in the last 8. Held in The Springhill Court Hotel in Kilkenny, 27 teams with over 150 youth players participated making it the biggest turnout at the Championships in many years. After a long and competitive days action it was Dublin who captured their first win with a surprising win over Kilkenny in the Final. Roscommon's day began on a positive note as they topped their group with wins over Mayo A (3-2), Tipperary B (5-0), and Dublin B (4-1). Shane McDonagh put Roscommon into the lead against Kilkenny before Thomas Concannon was beaten by Paddy Meaney. Mark Finneran continued his excellent recent form with a 2-0 win over David Coyne. Ray Finan had a chance to win through to the semi but was a fraction the wrong side of the wire. And Roscommon's involvement came to an end with when Kevin Fleming failed to win his game despite a decent effort.
Manager: Luke Concannon. Panel: Mark Finneran, Thomas Concannon, Gary Concannon, Shane McDonagh, Kevin Fleming, Ray Finan, and Richard Coffey.
Results:
Quarter-finals:
Mayo B 1 - 3 Mayo A
Dublin A 3 - 2 Cork A
Galway A 1 - 3 Tipperary A
Roscommon 2 - 3 Kilkenny A
Semi-finals:
Mayo A 2 - 3 Dublin A
Tipperary A 2 - 3 Kilkenny A
Final:
Dublin A 3-2 Kilkenny A
Finneran wins Kilkenny Open Youth Singles
Despite Saturday's dissappointment, Sunday saw consolation of a kind as Mark Finneran captured the Kilkenny Open Youth Singles Championships, with a well deserved 4-1 win in the final over talented Kilkenny player Paddy Meaney.
Results:
Quarter-finals:
Sean McArdle {Dublin} 4 - 3 John Seagrave {Dublin}
Paddy Meaney {Kilkenny} 4 - 0 Jason Hahessy {Tipperary}
Dylan Rutledge {Dublin} 4 - 2 Barry Keogh {Kilkenny}
Mark Finneran {Roscommon} 4 - 2 Cathal Philbin {Mayo}
Semi-finals:
Paddy Meaney 4 - 1 Sean McArdle
Mark Finneran 4 - 0 Dylan Rutledge
Final:
Mark Finneran 4 Paddy Meaney 1
Roscommon's quest to land a fourth All-Ireland Youths crown ended in bitter dissappointment at the weekend as homeside Kilkenny dumped an unlucky Roscommon team out on a 3-2 scoreline in the last 8. Held in The Springhill Court Hotel in Kilkenny, 27 teams with over 150 youth players participated making it the biggest turnout at the Championships in many years. After a long and competitive days action it was Dublin who captured their first win with a surprising win over Kilkenny in the Final. Roscommon's day began on a positive note as they topped their group with wins over Mayo A (3-2), Tipperary B (5-0), and Dublin B (4-1). Shane McDonagh put Roscommon into the lead against Kilkenny before Thomas Concannon was beaten by Paddy Meaney. Mark Finneran continued his excellent recent form with a 2-0 win over David Coyne. Ray Finan had a chance to win through to the semi but was a fraction the wrong side of the wire. And Roscommon's involvement came to an end with when Kevin Fleming failed to win his game despite a decent effort.
Manager: Luke Concannon. Panel: Mark Finneran, Thomas Concannon, Gary Concannon, Shane McDonagh, Kevin Fleming, Ray Finan, and Richard Coffey.
Results:
Quarter-finals:
Mayo B 1 - 3 Mayo A
Dublin A 3 - 2 Cork A
Galway A 1 - 3 Tipperary A
Roscommon 2 - 3 Kilkenny A
Semi-finals:
Mayo A 2 - 3 Dublin A
Tipperary A 2 - 3 Kilkenny A
Final:
Dublin A 3-2 Kilkenny A
Finneran wins Kilkenny Open Youth Singles
Despite Saturday's dissappointment, Sunday saw consolation of a kind as Mark Finneran captured the Kilkenny Open Youth Singles Championships, with a well deserved 4-1 win in the final over talented Kilkenny player Paddy Meaney.
Results:
Quarter-finals:
Sean McArdle {Dublin} 4 - 3 John Seagrave {Dublin}
Paddy Meaney {Kilkenny} 4 - 0 Jason Hahessy {Tipperary}
Dylan Rutledge {Dublin} 4 - 2 Barry Keogh {Kilkenny}
Mark Finneran {Roscommon} 4 - 2 Cathal Philbin {Mayo}
Semi-finals:
Paddy Meaney 4 - 1 Sean McArdle
Mark Finneran 4 - 0 Dylan Rutledge
Final:
Mark Finneran 4 Paddy Meaney 1
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Flanagan's reach Cup Final
Semi-Final 2nd leg. Friday 6th of March.
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 4 Flanagan's, Castleplunket 3 (7-7 aggregate)
Play-off
Mick Egan (Claypipe) 0 Francis Hussey (Flanagan's) 3
Flanagan's reached their 6th Cup Final with a tight play-off victory. In a top-class game, with thirteen 100+ scores over the 3 legs played, Hussey's finishing proved the difference. Egan missed three in leg 2, bending the wire of double 16, and with it missed the chance to level at 1-1. Hussey took the leg with a 48 checkout, and took the match with an 80 checkout in leg 3. It finished of a tense and exciting evening of darts, and Flanagan's await the winners of the McDermott's and Spell's semi-final, the 2nd leg taking place next Friday.
Semi-Final 2nd leg. Friday 6th of March.
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 4 Flanagan's, Castleplunket 3 (7-7 aggregate)
Play-off
Mick Egan (Claypipe) 0 Francis Hussey (Flanagan's) 3
Flanagan's reached their 6th Cup Final with a tight play-off victory. In a top-class game, with thirteen 100+ scores over the 3 legs played, Hussey's finishing proved the difference. Egan missed three in leg 2, bending the wire of double 16, and with it missed the chance to level at 1-1. Hussey took the leg with a 48 checkout, and took the match with an 80 checkout in leg 3. It finished of a tense and exciting evening of darts, and Flanagan's await the winners of the McDermott's and Spell's semi-final, the 2nd leg taking place next Friday.
Monday, March 2, 2009
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
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
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Round 11 results- Friday 20th February at 10pm.
Flanagan's, Castleplunket 4-3 McDermott's, Ballinaheglish (16-15)
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 4-3 Spell's, Ballaghaderreen (15-14)
Murray's, Elphin 6-1 Church Street Station, Roscommon (20-12)
Creatons, Loughlynn 5-2 Kate's, Castlerea (15-11)
After 56 matches and 1520 legs of darts, the order of the final four teams who will make up the semi-finals was finally decided. Spell's, Flanagan's, The Claypipe Bar and McDermott's qualified for the semi-finals.
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Semi-final fixtures:
Friday 27th February at 10 p.m.
Spell's, Ballaghaderreen v McDermott's, Ballinaheglish
Flanagan's, Castleplunket v Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery
Friday 6th March at 10 p.m.
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery v Flanagan's, Castleplunket
Friday 13th March at 10 p.m.
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish v Spell's, Ballaghaderreen
Flanagan's, Castleplunket 4-3 McDermott's, Ballinaheglish (16-15)
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 4-3 Spell's, Ballaghaderreen (15-14)
Murray's, Elphin 6-1 Church Street Station, Roscommon (20-12)
Creatons, Loughlynn 5-2 Kate's, Castlerea (15-11)
After 56 matches and 1520 legs of darts, the order of the final four teams who will make up the semi-finals was finally decided. Spell's, Flanagan's, The Claypipe Bar and McDermott's qualified for the semi-finals.
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Semi-final fixtures:
Friday 27th February at 10 p.m.
Spell's, Ballaghaderreen v McDermott's, Ballinaheglish
Flanagan's, Castleplunket v Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery
Friday 6th March at 10 p.m.
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery v Flanagan's, Castleplunket
Friday 13th March at 10 p.m.
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish v Spell's, Ballaghaderreen
It's semi-final time in The Hannon's Hotel Roscommon County Darts League. Defending Champions and table toppers Spell's will host McDermott's of Ballinaheglish in their first leg tie in Ballaghaderreen on Friday night in a repeat of last years Cup Final. Spell's had 4-3 wins over McDermott's in Rounds 2 and 9 of the League stages, something Spell's will hope to replicate over the next two weeks if they are to come closer to retaining their title. In the other first leg tie The Claypipe will travel to Castleplunkett to take on Flanagan's. The Claypipe have beaten Flanagan's 4-3 in Rounds 6 and 13 of the league stages- the only team to beat Flanagan's twice this year. Two thrilling contests lay in store. Best of luck to all teams.
*Date for the Diary- The Shield and Cup Finals take place in Hannon's Hotel from 6pm on Saturday the 21st of March. Spread the word!!
March 6th - Roscommon Sports Partnership awards. Sean Fleming will be receiving an award for his contribution to darts at youth, senior, National and International level.
Match 7th - I.N.D.O Youths Inter-Counties. Roscommon will be defending their title. Hopefully, they will claim their 4th National title. Good luck to Luke Concannon and his team.
April 5th - Martin Kelly Cup, Roscommon Town. More Details to follow.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Round 14 results (played Friday, February 13th)
Spell's, Ballaghaderreen 6-1 Church Street Station, Roscommon (20-11)
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 4-3 Creaton's, Loughlynn (16-15)
Flanagan's, Castleplunket 6-1 Murray's, Elphin (19-8)
Kate's, Castlerea 2-5 Claypipe, Knockcroghery (9-17)
Round 13 result (played February 11th)
Church Street Station, Roscommon 2-5 Kate's, Castlerea (14-17)
Round 9 result (played February 6th)
Murray's, Elphin 5-2 Kate's, Castlerea (18-11)
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Spell's, Ballaghaderreen 6-1 Church Street Station, Roscommon (20-11)
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 4-3 Creaton's, Loughlynn (16-15)
Flanagan's, Castleplunket 6-1 Murray's, Elphin (19-8)
Kate's, Castlerea 2-5 Claypipe, Knockcroghery (9-17)
Round 13 result (played February 11th)
Church Street Station, Roscommon 2-5 Kate's, Castlerea (14-17)
Round 9 result (played February 6th)
Murray's, Elphin 5-2 Kate's, Castlerea (18-11)
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Monday, February 9, 2009
Rebels make Roscommon pay dearly.
Cork are the Irish National Darts Organisation's (I.N.D.O's) Senior Mens and Ladies Inter-county Darts Champions for 2009, after a 7-4 final win over Mayo in the mens event, and a 4-0 win over Wexford in the ladies event.
When word filtered through Roscommon's darting circles on Sunday evening that Cork had won the mens championship, there was a massive sense of dissappointment of what might have been for Roscommon. Roscommon's under par start in Sunday mornings 7-4 quarter final defeat to the eventual champions brought to an end to Roscommon's ambitions in the Championships - at the same stage that Roscommon went out at last year. The fact Roscommon have made the last eight for two years in a row is further proof the county is heading in the right direction. But in 2009 all efforts ran just short.
Held in The Breaffy House Hotel in Castlebar on Saturday and Sunday last, twenty-four counties took part in the mens event - with Roscommon topping a group consisting of Carlow, Meath and Clare. The progress made on last years efforts in this years Championships by the mens county team has been yet again down to the massive effort put in by manager Tommy Beirne and all players from different areas of the county who over the past year have been dedicated to improving the standard within the county. Tommy Beirne wishes to thank all the Roscommon players and supporters for all their time and effort before and during the Intercounty season.
Group Results
Round 1: Meath 7 Carlow 5;Roscommon 9 Clare 3.
Round 2: Roscommon 6 Meath 6;Clare 7 Carlow 5.
Round 3: Roscommon 7 Carlow 5;Meath 8 Clare 4.
Group Standings: Roscommon 22;Meath 21;Clare 14;Carlow 14.
Saturday's Group games reports
Roscommon 9 Clare 3.
Roscommon have had the better of recent clashes with Clare. That continued as Roscommon took a convincing 9-3 win. Wins from Sean Finan, Mick Kilroe and Mick Egan put Roscommon 3-0 up. Thomas Concannon was beaten in game four before Sean Fleming made it 4-1. Clare pulled it back to 4-3 as Padraig Kearney and David Concannon suffered defeats. But five straight wins from Francis Hussey, Mark Finneran, Patrick Tansey, Martin Fleming and Jimmy Reilly sealed the win the put Roscommon in pole position in the group.
Scores:-(S.Finan 2 T.Fay 0;M.Kilroe 2 A.Fahy 0;M.Egan 2 M.Daly 1;T.Concannon 0 R.Fitzgerald 2;S.Fleming 2 M.Mullins 0;D.Concannon 1 A.Hanrahan 2;P.Kearney 1 N.Keane 2;F.Hussey 2 S.Lahiff 1;M.Finneran 2 P.McCarthy 0;P.Tansey 2 J.Fagan 0;M.Fleming 2 J.Fennel 1;J.Reilly 2 J.Dickenson 0).
Roscommon 6 Meath 6.
Meath, the recent winners of The Leinster Darts Championships, had their hopes of topping the group damaged slightly as they failed to build on a 5-1 lead. Roscommon beat Meath 7-5 in last years Intercounties but on this occasion Roscommon were very happy to settle for this hard fought draw. Francis Hussey and Sean Fleming took two of the first eight games followed by four successive wins from Padraig Kearney, Mark Finneran, Thomas Concannon and Martin Fleming.
Scores:-(S.Finan 1 R.Walsh 2;M.Kilroe 0 P.O'Rourke 2;F.Hussey 2 D.Gerahy 0;P.Tansey 0 M.Farrelly 2;M.Egan 0 D.McGuire 2;D.Concannon 0 A.Doherty 2; S.Fleming 2 C.O.Brien 0;M.Hynes 0 S.McDonald 2;P.Kearney 2 D.O.Connor 0;M.Finneran 2 S.Reid 1;T.Concannon 2 M.Murtagh 0;M.Fleming 2 J.Muldowney 1).
Roscommon 7 Carlow 5.
Carlow proved to be very stiff opposition despite not being in realistic contention to qualify having lost 7-5 to both Meath and Clare. A disasterous start seen Roscommon go 3-1 behind but three wins from Mick Egan, David Concannon, and Mark Finneran gained the lead. Patrick Tansey and Paul Carton were defeated in games eight and ten but Thomas Concannon, Padraig Kearney, Martin Fleming each won to secure the quarter final spot.
Scores:-(S.Fleming 0 A.Cox 2;F.Hussey 2 C.Brennan 1;S.Finan 0 H.Skefton 2;J.Finn 1 R.Abbot 2;M.Egan 2 J.Quinn 0;D.Concannon 2 N.Bowes 0;M.Finneran 2 B.Kelly 0;P.Tansey 0 S.Doran 2;T.Concannon 2 P.Cullen 0;P.Carton 0 P.Murtagh 2;P.Kearney 2 J.Brennan 0;M.Fleming 2 G.Byrne 1).
Sunday's quarter final report
Roscommon 4 Cork 7 (13-15 on legs).
Lessons will be learnt from Sunday's Quarter-Final with Cork. For the third time in the weekend Roscommon conceeded a considerable early lead- this time 4-0. But there was to be no recovery despite the effort. Five of the seven lost games were deciding legs. Mick Kilroe's win made it 4-1 but that could not be bettered until Padraig Kearney produced an outstanding performance to beat Peter Quinn 2-0 to make it 6-2. That win inspired Patrick Tansey and David Concannon to their wins as they made it 6-4. Martin Murphy's efforts deserved more and he had opportunities to win but Cork's J.P. Dowdall got there first, bringing Roscommon's involvement to an end.
Scores:-(S.Finan 1 J.O.Shea 2;S.Fleming 1 P.O.Donovan 2;T.Concannon 0 D.O.Driscoll 2;M.Egan 1 J.Kavanagh 2;M.Kilroe 2 S.O.Connor 0;M.Finneran 1 D.Hodgson 2;M.Hynes 0 J.Collins 2;P.Kearney 2 P.Quinn 0;P.Tansey 2 J.Harte 1;D.Concannon 2 S.Coveney 0;M.Murphy 1 J.P.Dowdall 2).
Roscommon Panel:
Manager Tommy Beirne, Captain Sean Finan (Creaton's), Mick Egan, Jimmy Reilly, Paul Carton (Claypipe). Patrick Tansey, Frank Duffy, Sean Fleming, Martin Fleming, Denis Coffey, Jimmy Finn (Spell's). Thomas Concannon, David Concannon, Mark Finneran (McDermott's). Mick Kilroe (Church Street Station). Matthew Hynes, Martin Murphy (Murray's). Padraig Kearney, Francis Hussey (Flanagan's).
Mens quarter finals:
Meath bt Kilkenny
Cork bt Roscommon
Donegal bt Sligo
Mayo bt Westmeath
Mens semi-finals
Mayo bt Meath
Cork bt Donegal
Mens Final
Cork bt Mayo (7-4)
Cork are the Irish National Darts Organisation's (I.N.D.O's) Senior Mens and Ladies Inter-county Darts Champions for 2009, after a 7-4 final win over Mayo in the mens event, and a 4-0 win over Wexford in the ladies event.
When word filtered through Roscommon's darting circles on Sunday evening that Cork had won the mens championship, there was a massive sense of dissappointment of what might have been for Roscommon. Roscommon's under par start in Sunday mornings 7-4 quarter final defeat to the eventual champions brought to an end to Roscommon's ambitions in the Championships - at the same stage that Roscommon went out at last year. The fact Roscommon have made the last eight for two years in a row is further proof the county is heading in the right direction. But in 2009 all efforts ran just short.
Held in The Breaffy House Hotel in Castlebar on Saturday and Sunday last, twenty-four counties took part in the mens event - with Roscommon topping a group consisting of Carlow, Meath and Clare. The progress made on last years efforts in this years Championships by the mens county team has been yet again down to the massive effort put in by manager Tommy Beirne and all players from different areas of the county who over the past year have been dedicated to improving the standard within the county. Tommy Beirne wishes to thank all the Roscommon players and supporters for all their time and effort before and during the Intercounty season.
Group Results
Round 1: Meath 7 Carlow 5;Roscommon 9 Clare 3.
Round 2: Roscommon 6 Meath 6;Clare 7 Carlow 5.
Round 3: Roscommon 7 Carlow 5;Meath 8 Clare 4.
Group Standings: Roscommon 22;Meath 21;Clare 14;Carlow 14.
Saturday's Group games reports
Roscommon 9 Clare 3.
Roscommon have had the better of recent clashes with Clare. That continued as Roscommon took a convincing 9-3 win. Wins from Sean Finan, Mick Kilroe and Mick Egan put Roscommon 3-0 up. Thomas Concannon was beaten in game four before Sean Fleming made it 4-1. Clare pulled it back to 4-3 as Padraig Kearney and David Concannon suffered defeats. But five straight wins from Francis Hussey, Mark Finneran, Patrick Tansey, Martin Fleming and Jimmy Reilly sealed the win the put Roscommon in pole position in the group.
Scores:-(S.Finan 2 T.Fay 0;M.Kilroe 2 A.Fahy 0;M.Egan 2 M.Daly 1;T.Concannon 0 R.Fitzgerald 2;S.Fleming 2 M.Mullins 0;D.Concannon 1 A.Hanrahan 2;P.Kearney 1 N.Keane 2;F.Hussey 2 S.Lahiff 1;M.Finneran 2 P.McCarthy 0;P.Tansey 2 J.Fagan 0;M.Fleming 2 J.Fennel 1;J.Reilly 2 J.Dickenson 0).
Roscommon 6 Meath 6.
Meath, the recent winners of The Leinster Darts Championships, had their hopes of topping the group damaged slightly as they failed to build on a 5-1 lead. Roscommon beat Meath 7-5 in last years Intercounties but on this occasion Roscommon were very happy to settle for this hard fought draw. Francis Hussey and Sean Fleming took two of the first eight games followed by four successive wins from Padraig Kearney, Mark Finneran, Thomas Concannon and Martin Fleming.
Scores:-(S.Finan 1 R.Walsh 2;M.Kilroe 0 P.O'Rourke 2;F.Hussey 2 D.Gerahy 0;P.Tansey 0 M.Farrelly 2;M.Egan 0 D.McGuire 2;D.Concannon 0 A.Doherty 2; S.Fleming 2 C.O.Brien 0;M.Hynes 0 S.McDonald 2;P.Kearney 2 D.O.Connor 0;M.Finneran 2 S.Reid 1;T.Concannon 2 M.Murtagh 0;M.Fleming 2 J.Muldowney 1).
Roscommon 7 Carlow 5.
Carlow proved to be very stiff opposition despite not being in realistic contention to qualify having lost 7-5 to both Meath and Clare. A disasterous start seen Roscommon go 3-1 behind but three wins from Mick Egan, David Concannon, and Mark Finneran gained the lead. Patrick Tansey and Paul Carton were defeated in games eight and ten but Thomas Concannon, Padraig Kearney, Martin Fleming each won to secure the quarter final spot.
Scores:-(S.Fleming 0 A.Cox 2;F.Hussey 2 C.Brennan 1;S.Finan 0 H.Skefton 2;J.Finn 1 R.Abbot 2;M.Egan 2 J.Quinn 0;D.Concannon 2 N.Bowes 0;M.Finneran 2 B.Kelly 0;P.Tansey 0 S.Doran 2;T.Concannon 2 P.Cullen 0;P.Carton 0 P.Murtagh 2;P.Kearney 2 J.Brennan 0;M.Fleming 2 G.Byrne 1).
Sunday's quarter final report
Roscommon 4 Cork 7 (13-15 on legs).
Lessons will be learnt from Sunday's Quarter-Final with Cork. For the third time in the weekend Roscommon conceeded a considerable early lead- this time 4-0. But there was to be no recovery despite the effort. Five of the seven lost games were deciding legs. Mick Kilroe's win made it 4-1 but that could not be bettered until Padraig Kearney produced an outstanding performance to beat Peter Quinn 2-0 to make it 6-2. That win inspired Patrick Tansey and David Concannon to their wins as they made it 6-4. Martin Murphy's efforts deserved more and he had opportunities to win but Cork's J.P. Dowdall got there first, bringing Roscommon's involvement to an end.
Scores:-(S.Finan 1 J.O.Shea 2;S.Fleming 1 P.O.Donovan 2;T.Concannon 0 D.O.Driscoll 2;M.Egan 1 J.Kavanagh 2;M.Kilroe 2 S.O.Connor 0;M.Finneran 1 D.Hodgson 2;M.Hynes 0 J.Collins 2;P.Kearney 2 P.Quinn 0;P.Tansey 2 J.Harte 1;D.Concannon 2 S.Coveney 0;M.Murphy 1 J.P.Dowdall 2).
Roscommon Panel:
Manager Tommy Beirne, Captain Sean Finan (Creaton's), Mick Egan, Jimmy Reilly, Paul Carton (Claypipe). Patrick Tansey, Frank Duffy, Sean Fleming, Martin Fleming, Denis Coffey, Jimmy Finn (Spell's). Thomas Concannon, David Concannon, Mark Finneran (McDermott's). Mick Kilroe (Church Street Station). Matthew Hynes, Martin Murphy (Murray's). Padraig Kearney, Francis Hussey (Flanagan's).
Mens quarter finals:
Meath bt Kilkenny
Cork bt Roscommon
Donegal bt Sligo
Mayo bt Westmeath
Mens semi-finals
Mayo bt Meath
Cork bt Donegal
Mens Final
Cork bt Mayo (7-4)
Monday, February 2, 2009
Round 13 results - Friday January 30th
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 4-3 Flanagan's, Castleplunket (14-11)
Murray's, Elphin 3-4 McDermott's, Ballinaheglish (13-14)
Creaton's, Loughlynn 3-4 Spell's, Ballaghaderreen (11-17)
Round 12 result - Wednesday January 28th
Spell's, Ballaghaderreen 6-1 Murray's, Elphin (18-9)
Round 12 results - Friday January 23rd
Church Street Station, Roscommon 1-6 Creaton's, Loughlynn (6-18)
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 4-3 Claypipe, Knockcroghery (14-12)
Kate's, Castlerea 3-4 Flanagan's Castleplunkett (10-15)
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Round 14 fixtures have been moved to Friday, February 13th, due to the INDO Inter-counties being held in Castlebar on the 7th and 8th of February.
The postponed Round 11 fixtures have been moved to Friday, February 20th.
It is hoped that all outstanding fixtures will be completed before the next round of games takes place.
Claypipe Bar, Knockcroghery 4-3 Flanagan's, Castleplunket (14-11)
Murray's, Elphin 3-4 McDermott's, Ballinaheglish (13-14)
Creaton's, Loughlynn 3-4 Spell's, Ballaghaderreen (11-17)
Round 12 result - Wednesday January 28th
Spell's, Ballaghaderreen 6-1 Murray's, Elphin (18-9)
Round 12 results - Friday January 23rd
Church Street Station, Roscommon 1-6 Creaton's, Loughlynn (6-18)
McDermott's, Ballinaheglish 4-3 Claypipe, Knockcroghery (14-12)
Kate's, Castlerea 3-4 Flanagan's Castleplunkett (10-15)
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Round 14 fixtures have been moved to Friday, February 13th, due to the INDO Inter-counties being held in Castlebar on the 7th and 8th of February.
The postponed Round 11 fixtures have been moved to Friday, February 20th.
It is hoped that all outstanding fixtures will be completed before the next round of games takes place.
Monday, January 19, 2009
A1 all round for Roscommon.
Pete Donnellon Cup Success.
The Pete Donnellon Cup is Roscommon's again after an 11-2 overall win over Longford on Sunday at Hannon's Hotel Roscommon Town. A minutes silence prior to the match in memory of the late Tom Finan was well observed by all present before all settled in for what was a very enjoyable afternoon of Intercounty darts. It turned out to be more one-sided scorewise than predicted although the homeside were made to work hard in almost all games. The result is ideal in the build up to next weeks West Coast Challenge in Castlebar in which 8 Western counties take part. Captain on the day Jimmy Reilly accepted the Donnellon Cup on behalf of the Roscommon Team. Mens Panel - Mick Kilroe, Gerry Murphy, Patrick Tansey, Denis Coffey, Jimmy Finn, Sean Fleming, Martin Fleming, Padraig Kearney, Francis Hussey,Thomas Concannon, David Concannon, Mark Finneran, Paul Carton, Jimmy Reilly, Mick Egan, Martin Murphy, Frank Duffy.
Roscommon's Youths also had a fine 11-3 win over their Longford counterparts for the Youths Plate. 14 Youths from all over Roscommon represented their county on the day- the largest number for the county in some time.
Fleming on top in A1 Roofing Singles.
Ballaghaderreen's Sean Fleming was the big winner of the A1 Singles sponsored by A1 Roofing Ltd. Cortoonmore, Ballaghaderreen. Thirty six players from both panels went to head in what turned out to be a competition dominated by Roscommon players. All Longford players exiting before the Quarter Final stage. Mark Finneran and Mick Egan played out a thrilling last 8 match in which Finneran popped in an 11 dart leg, eventually winning out with a 104 checkout and nothing to spare. Jimmy Finn clocked 180 and a tidy 118 checkout en route to a 4-3 win over Martin Fleming. Patrick Tansey came close to knocking out Tommy Kenny Cup winner David Concannon but the younger held on to win. And Sean Fleming completed the Last 8 with a 4-2 win over Padraig Kearney. In an all- Ballaghaderreen semi-final Sean Fleming was too strong for Jimmy Finn. Fleming opened up with a 14-dart leg and never looked back securing a 5-1 win. David Concannon and Mark Finneran played out a much closer semi in an all- Ballinaheglish clash. Both were tied at 3-3, but Concannon with a back to back 180 and an 88 checkout on the bull made it 4-3. He also built up a lead in the next leg and took it with a 126 checkout which was also ended on the bull to set up a final with Fleming.
Some recent Finals played out at Hannon's Hotel have been of very high quality, however this one was arguably the best. In the best of 11 clash-Fleming won the first two legs in 26 and 18 darts, before Concannon opened up his account in leg three with a 16 darter. Fleming went 3-1 up with an 18 dart leg that ended with a 107 checkout. But Concannon soon levelled it again with 16 and 15 dart legs with 180's in both. A 100 checkout in another 18-dart 7th leg put Fleming one up again. But yet again Concannon replied with back to back legs of 17 and 16 darts, both players adding 180's in the 17 darter. But Fleming was to take the final two legs in 20 and 18 darts with a winning effort of 75 with his opponent sitting on 50. It is the first time in six attempts that Sean Fleming won a competitive Final on Roscommon soil. Presentations were made by Seamus and Kieran Duffy of A1 Roofing, Ballaghaderreen to all winners.
Last 16-M.Finneran (Ros) bt A.Dempsey (Lon); M.Egan (Ros) bt D.Coffey (Ros); J.Finn (Ros) bt S.Ganley (Lon); M.Fleming (Ros) bt M.Kilroe (Ros); D.Concannon (Ros) bt H.Reilly (Lon); P.Tansey (Ros) bt J.Reilly (Ros); S.Fleming (Ros) bt M.Murphy (Ros); P.Kearney (Ros) bt P.Kelly (Lon).
Last 8-Mark Finneran 4 Mick Egan 3; Jimmy Finn 4 Martin Fleming 3; David Concannon 4 Patrick Tansey 2; Sean Fleming 4 Padraig Kearney 1.
Semi Finals- David Concannon 5 Mark Finneran 3; Sean Fleming 5 Jimmy Finn 1.
Final- Sean Fleming 6 David Concannon 5.
Higher Checkouts in the A1 Singles- Mick Egan 138, David Concannon 126, Jimmy Finn 118, Sean Fleming 107, Mark Finneran 104, Jimmy Finn 104, Sean Fleming 100.
Stats from Final.
Sean Fleming- 100's-16. 140's-5 180's-1. 3 dart avg- 78.36. Single- 26.12
David Concannon- 100's- 14. 140's-4 180's-4. 3 dart avg- 81.36. Single- 27.12
A1 Roofing Ltd- Cortoonmore, Ballaghaderreen 086-6095982.
Pete Donnellon Cup Success.
The Pete Donnellon Cup is Roscommon's again after an 11-2 overall win over Longford on Sunday at Hannon's Hotel Roscommon Town. A minutes silence prior to the match in memory of the late Tom Finan was well observed by all present before all settled in for what was a very enjoyable afternoon of Intercounty darts. It turned out to be more one-sided scorewise than predicted although the homeside were made to work hard in almost all games. The result is ideal in the build up to next weeks West Coast Challenge in Castlebar in which 8 Western counties take part. Captain on the day Jimmy Reilly accepted the Donnellon Cup on behalf of the Roscommon Team. Mens Panel - Mick Kilroe, Gerry Murphy, Patrick Tansey, Denis Coffey, Jimmy Finn, Sean Fleming, Martin Fleming, Padraig Kearney, Francis Hussey,Thomas Concannon, David Concannon, Mark Finneran, Paul Carton, Jimmy Reilly, Mick Egan, Martin Murphy, Frank Duffy.
Roscommon's Youths also had a fine 11-3 win over their Longford counterparts for the Youths Plate. 14 Youths from all over Roscommon represented their county on the day- the largest number for the county in some time.
Fleming on top in A1 Roofing Singles.
Ballaghaderreen's Sean Fleming was the big winner of the A1 Singles sponsored by A1 Roofing Ltd. Cortoonmore, Ballaghaderreen. Thirty six players from both panels went to head in what turned out to be a competition dominated by Roscommon players. All Longford players exiting before the Quarter Final stage. Mark Finneran and Mick Egan played out a thrilling last 8 match in which Finneran popped in an 11 dart leg, eventually winning out with a 104 checkout and nothing to spare. Jimmy Finn clocked 180 and a tidy 118 checkout en route to a 4-3 win over Martin Fleming. Patrick Tansey came close to knocking out Tommy Kenny Cup winner David Concannon but the younger held on to win. And Sean Fleming completed the Last 8 with a 4-2 win over Padraig Kearney. In an all- Ballaghaderreen semi-final Sean Fleming was too strong for Jimmy Finn. Fleming opened up with a 14-dart leg and never looked back securing a 5-1 win. David Concannon and Mark Finneran played out a much closer semi in an all- Ballinaheglish clash. Both were tied at 3-3, but Concannon with a back to back 180 and an 88 checkout on the bull made it 4-3. He also built up a lead in the next leg and took it with a 126 checkout which was also ended on the bull to set up a final with Fleming.
Some recent Finals played out at Hannon's Hotel have been of very high quality, however this one was arguably the best. In the best of 11 clash-Fleming won the first two legs in 26 and 18 darts, before Concannon opened up his account in leg three with a 16 darter. Fleming went 3-1 up with an 18 dart leg that ended with a 107 checkout. But Concannon soon levelled it again with 16 and 15 dart legs with 180's in both. A 100 checkout in another 18-dart 7th leg put Fleming one up again. But yet again Concannon replied with back to back legs of 17 and 16 darts, both players adding 180's in the 17 darter. But Fleming was to take the final two legs in 20 and 18 darts with a winning effort of 75 with his opponent sitting on 50. It is the first time in six attempts that Sean Fleming won a competitive Final on Roscommon soil. Presentations were made by Seamus and Kieran Duffy of A1 Roofing, Ballaghaderreen to all winners.
Last 16-M.Finneran (Ros) bt A.Dempsey (Lon); M.Egan (Ros) bt D.Coffey (Ros); J.Finn (Ros) bt S.Ganley (Lon); M.Fleming (Ros) bt M.Kilroe (Ros); D.Concannon (Ros) bt H.Reilly (Lon); P.Tansey (Ros) bt J.Reilly (Ros); S.Fleming (Ros) bt M.Murphy (Ros); P.Kearney (Ros) bt P.Kelly (Lon).
Last 8-Mark Finneran 4 Mick Egan 3; Jimmy Finn 4 Martin Fleming 3; David Concannon 4 Patrick Tansey 2; Sean Fleming 4 Padraig Kearney 1.
Semi Finals- David Concannon 5 Mark Finneran 3; Sean Fleming 5 Jimmy Finn 1.
Final- Sean Fleming 6 David Concannon 5.
Higher Checkouts in the A1 Singles- Mick Egan 138, David Concannon 126, Jimmy Finn 118, Sean Fleming 107, Mark Finneran 104, Jimmy Finn 104, Sean Fleming 100.
Stats from Final.
Sean Fleming- 100's-16. 140's-5 180's-1. 3 dart avg- 78.36. Single- 26.12
David Concannon- 100's- 14. 140's-4 180's-4. 3 dart avg- 81.36. Single- 27.12
A1 Roofing Ltd- Cortoonmore, Ballaghaderreen 086-6095982.
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