Erris United Football Cub

County Sligo’s beautiful scenery was an inspiration for Yeats, but Iorras Aontaithe failed to find inspiration against Sligo Town side, City United, in the 4th round of the Connaught Cup on Sunday 25th January. 19 minutes into the game indecisive defending by Iorras gifted City the lead but on 29 minutes Iorras were handed a life line when Jonathon Donohue was foaled in the area, but the City Keeper saved the resulting penalty by Player-Manager, Eric Reilly. Then on 42 minutes City United made it 2 0 going into the break. After the break Iorras started the second half with more urgency in their play, and with the introduction of Henry Gaughan and Micky T. Togher, Iorras increased pressure on the home side. But on 79 minutes City United made it 3 0, and with 5 minutes remaining, Henry Gaughan headed home a corner for Iorras to make the final score 3-1. This is the first defeat for Iorras in 14 games but they will have to pick themselves up for their next battle this time against Pike Rovers on next Sunday 1st February at home in the F.A.I. Junior Cup 5th round. Photo shows the starting 11.

Congratulations to Shane Nallen and Tom Gruddy on been selected on the Division one Team of the year at the Mayo League dinner and awards night in Castlebar recently. Shane was selected as the Goal Keeper and Tom was selected in centre defence position.

Chumann Sacair Iorrais Aontaithe was awarded the Club of the year award at the Mayo League Dinner Dance recently. The award was presented in recognition of the Clubs on going progress in development, both on and off the pitch, with the success of the Clubs newly introduced B Team, the clubs discipline and the ongoing development with the club Ground at Carnenash Park and the role the club plays in the community. The Award was presented to Club Chairman, Tom Reilly by Mayo League Vice-Chairman, Padraig McHale.

The Mayo League Dinner Dance and awards was held on Friday 23rd January in the Welcome Inn Hotel, Castlebar and the Associations Personality award went to Eric Reilly for his hard work and dedication both to his Club and the game of Junior Soccer in the County and beyond. This recognition will add to all the awards that Eric has received over the years. Eric is the hardest working member at Iorras Aontaithe, and apart form been Player Manager of the Club’s Super League side, he is also the clubs Youth Secretary, his commitment, dedication and passion both to his club and to the game is beyond question. The award was presented by Brian Johnson, Secretary of the Mayo Schoolboys and Youths.
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The Mayo U12 side had a very good over Longford recently and featuring in that win were Iorras Aontaithe, Gary Boylan, playing in a lift back position and Kyle Reilly who came on in the second half to score one goal and play a vital part in the other goal which lift the final score line 1-2 to Mayo. Also in the squad was Owen O’Donoghue.

Iorras Aontaithe continue their Cup run this time in the Connacht Cup away to City United from Sligo on Sunday the 25th January. Player-Manager, Eric Reilly is hoping the sides good Cup form will continue. And then the following Sunday the 1st February Iorras Aontaithe are at home to Pike Rovers from Limerick in the 6th Round or last 32 of the F.A.I. Junior Cup which is the biggest amateur Junior Football Competition in Europe.
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Iorras Aontaithe made hard work of their 5th round F.A.I. Junior Cup clash at home to Dublin Bus on Sunday 4th January. Iorras Aonthaithe were in bad luck just into the start of the game when defender, Paul Reilly was injured and was substituted. Iorras were two goals down heading to half time when Jonathan Donohue was fowled in the Dublin penalty area and the resulting penalty was converted by Player-Manager, Eric Reilly, which left the score line reading 1-2. In the second half Iorras continued their revival with continued pressure on the visitor’s goal with numerous chances to score, even Iorras keeper, Shane Nallan almost scored with one of his long kick outs. But on 75 minutes John Gaughan powered the ball home from just inside the area after the Dublin side failed to clear. The game ended at 2-2 and extra time was called for, which failed to produce a winner. A penalty shot out can be a nerve racking experience at any time and this was no exception and with goals from Eric Reilly, David Reilly and Brendan Nallan plus three great saves from Shane Nallan Iorras booked their place in the 6th round at home to Pike Rovers of Limerick which will be played on the 1st February.

Team-Shane Nallan, Paul Reilly, Nial Geraghty, Liam Donohue, Pat Barrett, Anthony Mills, Brendan Nallan, Garth O’Malley, Eric Reilly, Jonathon Donohue, David Reilly. Subs Used-Kenny O’Connor, Jason O’Donnell and John Gaughan