Perhaps it's fair to say that this match could be summed by the difference in two teams as: one being faster, stronger, more hungry and playing well as a team. The other a little off the pace, and not able to get the scores. This could sum up the difference between Clonmore's first and second half performances too. After two good wins in the first two matches of the season Keady were never going to gift us three out of three. The half time score of 1-6 to 0-2 doesn't tell the full story as Clonmore had a fair share of the possession but gave it away a few times. This was the difference as Keady were able to convert these mistakes into points and this ultimately this gave Clonmore twice the work. Clonmore failed to score from open play in the first half with James Grimley being fouled after getting into good scoring positions. Raymie McBennett came in for some harsh treatment in the first half, maybe a sign of the threat he can be when on the ball. Marty Convie had a good game around the middle with James Donaghy helping out too. As expected Brendan Donaghy's work rate is top class. No one played badly just at times tried to do too much under pressure. Keady too had a few frees and a penalty which looked a little far out, this was converted for a goal. 

Marty Convie continued to pick up on breaking ball around the middle of the pitch, Raymond Convie made good use of possession working the ball into the opponents half. James Fox did well too at centre half forward. John Grimley's distribution is second to none, and in general Clonmore's quick and accurate passing in the second half was very effective. Ruari Cunningham was alert to a Keady shot which rebounded off the post, things like this are as good as a point. Stephen Grimley made a great save from a Keady forward who ran through with only the keeper to beat. Brian Donaghy came in for John Dynes with 15 minutes to go. Daniel Mullen was on good form at half back. A huge positive that Clonmore can take from this match is the fact that they kept their heads up and turned the game round in their favour. With five minutes to go James Grimley won a kickout on the 40m line, his pass through to John Grimley at pace saw him raise the roof of the net from a good 20m out and from a narrow angle. Clonmore continued to move the ball well up the field using several players. One move ending with Tony McGeown hitting the ball low across the goal for a narrow wide. A tough game, but with a little patience Clonmore are capable of playing as well as any of the other teams in the third divsion. 

Well done to Naomh Eoin U21 who had a good win on Wednesday night last, they play Cross in Annaghmore this Wednesday.

Next week's match is Middletown this has been refixed to Clonmore for Sunday at 2pm.

The second Clonmore GAC Golf outing is planned for the 27 June 2009 at 4pm in "Royal Brackaville", if this date is not suitable please let Kieran Conlon know so that an alternative date can be arranged.
Damien of Brackaville Golf Club has already noted several Clonmore Members getting in some much needed practice.

Clonmore.com has been online for a few years and is consistently returned as number one in searches for Clonmore in most search engines. One of the best ways to increase your website search ranking is a link from a popular website. Therefore anyone who would like to sponsor a section with their company on a banner linked to their website please get in touch. This will be for a very reasonable £100 per year. Click through data can be supplied. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Six of Clonmore's memebers took part in a foundation coaching course held in the hall. The ladies are currently running a guess the score fundraiser.

All patrons are asked to please note only players and officals are permitted onto the pitch. This and other information is displayed around the grounds. Also parents and guardians are asked to please make sure their children do not play behind the goals when a match is being played. They may use the training pitch beside the main pitch.

While building is in progress parking spaces are reduced, with good crowds at recent home matches the traffic has increased. Please park along the road to leave an access route to the pitch for emergencies. 

Congratulations to Ethna Grimley and family on birth of her baby daughter.

Training tops and jackets with the new design may be purchaced for £17.50 and £27. Please give you order and the money to any committee member before Monday 18th May to ensure delivery at the soonest possible date.

Invitations for the big day have been printed and other preparations are in full swing. The organising party meet on a Thursday night in the hall and everyone is welcome to attend.

Lotto numbers are 4, 7, 9, 21. £10 Cathal Taylor, Kevin Grimley, Paul Grimley.

The next committee meeting will take place on 1st June at 9pm sharp 


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