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The Lions travelled today to take on the Redbacks in Islandbridge. Perfect weather conditions were certain to allow for a good game of football to be played out between Premiership Flag prospects. One thing is for sure today and that is there would be no backing down. The wily Vincent Manning had everyone tuned in from the start and is proving to be quite the tactician as he delivered a shrewd gameplan.
Right from the first hit out Domnic Joyce was contesting each ball, he is developing into a fine ruckman and allowed his rovers to gather plenty of possession. The Redbacks were determined in the first quarter to get a few scores with the wind at their backs. And it was first blood to the Northern men as they booted through 3 majors to take the lead. Brian Roche then went on to score a massive goal from outside 50 just before the siren to give the Redbacks something to think about at the break.
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The Leeside Lions would like to thank our newest 'Friend and Partner' the Crucible Snooker club in Cork City. The Crucible Snooker club is located just off Blarney Street, 100 metres up the lane to across from City View Wheels.
They have been kind enough to offer the Leeside Lions a special permanent rate for all Leeside Lions members. Normally €10 per hour all Lions members get to play for €7 per hour. All you have to do is prove you are a Leeside Lions member either by showing a jersey, polo, socks or just something with the Lions logo etc.
Please like their facebook page here: Crucible Snooker Club Cork.
With short numbers and missing important players, the Lions took to the road for the second time this season, taking part in the ANZAC Cup in Terenure, Dublin. The tournament would double up as a carnival round of this year’s ARFLI Premiership, and points were up for grabs! The Lions had a tough draw, playing with the two hosting sides the South Dublin Swans and the Dublin Demons, and also having to play the first two games following the longest journey of any team in the competition. In Dublin, Mike Scanlon didn’t pass an early fitness test and was ruled out for the day, so it was upto the 10 remaining Lions to try and pick up where they left off last time out in Galway.
Whatever momentum they had left over, the boys certainly put to use! Brian Roche was back from European duty and kicked a goal on virtually the first possession, and that was followed by a good score by Vincent Manning. Briain Sull was putting in a tremendous effort, bossing the midfield and racking up disposals, while Dominic Joyce was impervious in the ruck. Brian Magee was mopping up superbly in the back line and Joe Ryan’s presence was greatly assisting the Lions’ cause. Briain got two excellent goals, and captain Cian Quigley scored his first goal of the season, as the Lions raced into a 31 point lead at half-time.
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Following on from their representation on the European Legion team the Lions had three current players and one former player lining out for the European Legion against the AIS/AFL academy. The players were James Flavin, who now plies his trade in Holland, Rob Armstrong, Eoin O Suilleabháin agus Cian Quigley, who had the honour of captaining the European team. Although they were unsuccessful in the game, going down by over 150 points the Lions did their team proud.
The European games are a great development for the Lions, who in recent years have supplied many players to the Warriors national squad. It is a credit to the hard work of the players and coaches. We hope that the representative players on the Legion and Titans will bring what they have learned back with them and further strengthen the Lions team in Cork.
The Lions Annual Table quiz is on Thursday 10th of May in the Ovens bar on Oliver Plunkett street at 8pm. Its a tenner a head with teams of four. All are welcome and every player is expected to be there with 3 buddies. Last year was a great night so it's sure to be the same this year. There are some great spot prizes on the night too.
Please try to make more of an effort to support your team and teammates on and off the field.