Tuesday 6th May

U13 Boys Div 2
Abbeyfeale Utd 3-2 Askeaton/Kilcornan
Our lads were very unlucky on Tuesday evening, narrowly losing 3-2 away to a strong Abbeyfeale side.
They finish the season with plenty to be proud of. Brian, Willie, and Denis all agree that this team have shown tremendous improvement this year. There’s no doubt they will carry that momentum into next season, hit the ground running, and compete strongly in every competition.
They are a credit to themselves and their parents, and the management team truly enjoyed working with, and having a laugh with each and every one of them.
Wishing them all a fantastic summer.

Friday 9th May

Weekly Observer Division Three League Cup Final
Askeaton/Kilcornan B 2-3 Abbeyfeale Utd B
(HT 1-0)
Pete Harty 38’ (Assist Patrick Ivess)
Patrick Ivess 66’
In a thrilling Division Three League Cup Final clash between the top two sides we were narrowly edged out 3-2 by Abbeyfeale United B in a high-intensity contest that lived up to its billing.
The game sparked into life in the 38th minute when Patrick Ivess delivered a pinpoint cross into the box, met superbly by Pete Harty who expertly guided a back-header into the net to give us the lead. We took that slender 1-0 advantage into the break.
At half-time Brendan McCarthy came on to replace Arron McCarthy as we looked to solidify our control. However, Abbeyfeale started the second half strongly, finding an equaliser early on before striking twice in quick succession, netting goals in the 63rd and 66th minutes to turn the game on its head.
But we responded immediately. Straight from the restart, Patrick showcased his quality with a stunning long-range strike from the centre of the pitch that sailed over the Abbeyfeale keeper to reduce the deficit to one.
With the momentum swinging, we made further changes, introducing Sambulo Ngubane, Paudie Ivess, and Davie Dolan for Finn O’Gorman, Pete Harty, and Conor Conway as we pushed relentlessly for an equaliser. Despite our efforts and a spirited final push, the breakthrough never came.
Although the silverware slipped away, we can hold our heads high after a fantastic season that saw us secure promotion just last week. It was a season full of heart, determination and no shortage of quality.
Team: Jamie Dolan, Stephen Maune, Conor Conway, Anthony Cregan, Joe Barrett, Niall Barry, Finn O’Gorman, Arron McCarthy, Patrick Ivess, Jamie O’Sullivan, Pete Harty, David Holland, Sambulo Ngubane, Davie Dolan, Calum Pledge, James O’Shaughnessy, Conor Pledge, Paudie Ivess, Brendan McCarthy.

Sunday 11th May

Weekly Observer Division One
Dromore Utd 1-1 Askeaton/Kilcornan AFC
(HT 1-1)
Kenneth O’Donoghue 41’ (Assist Sam Duggan)
We earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw against league winners Dromore United, keeping our promotion hopes alive heading into the final game.
Coming into this game, we knew that a result was essential to stay in contention for promotion. Facing an unbeaten Dromore side was always going to be a stern test, and the home team struck first, taking the lead in the 12th minute.
Chances were limited in a tightly contested first half, but we responded well. On 41 minutes, Sam Duggan set up Kenneth O’Donoghue, who unleashed a long-range strike that beat the Dromore keeper to level the game before the break.
The second half mirrored the first in intensity, with both sides pushing for a winner. Despite a number of free kicks and half-chances, neither team could find the breakthrough, and the match ended 1-1.
The focus now turns to our final league game next week against Knockaderry. A win there will secure promotion – all to play for!
Team: Kevin Walsh, Matt Moane, Evan Costello, John McCarthy, Alan Ryan, Ray Kelly, Sam Duggan, Tomas Sheehan, Kenneth O’Donoghue, Stephen Smith, Sean Whelan, Thomas McCarthy, Patrick Ivess, Pete Harty, Diarmaid O’Connor, Cormac O’Keeffe.

Photo: Ann Marie Braddish being presented with last weeks Split the Pot winnings from Pat Fitzgerald.

ASKEATON KILCORNAN AFC 50/50 SPLIT THE POT!!
Our Split the Pot draw was held on Tuesday 6th May in Askeaton clubhouse. The winner of €118 was Pat Delahunty.
Split the Pot is our weekly fundraiser for Askeaton Kilcornan AFC. You can enter by writing your name and contact number on the envelope and place your €2 into the envelope. The envelope should be placed into one of the buckets located in SuperValu, Centra, Top of the Town Bar, Cagney’s Bar, Shanahan’s Shop, Boss Barbers, Brian Collins Bookmakers, Moran’s Hardware, Askeaton Soccer Pitch and Kilcornan Community Hall. You can also enter online at www.askeatonkilcornanafc.ie The draw is held every Tuesday evening. Half of the money entered into the draw is given in prize money and the other half goes towards funding activities for our club. We thank you all for your continued support of this fundraising initiative, it is very much appreciated.

DYNAMIC COACHING SUMMER CAMP.
We are delighted to team up with Dynamic Coaching Summer Camp again this year.
Venue: Askeaton Soccer Pitch (Páirc Eas Geitine)
Cragmore, Askeaton V94 39V0
Date: July 21st to July 25th
Time: 10am to 1 daily
Boys & Girls born 2011 to 2019
€85 per player (family discount available) with online booking service.
-two kids €160 same family
-three kids €235 same family
Online Booking
https://member.clubforce.com/memberships_cart_m.asp?LL_ID=3242&intMF_ID=14509#topp

CLUB SHOP
Our Club gear is available to purchase through the link https://www.bmcsports.ie/club-shops-c252/askeaton-kilcornan-afc-c1367