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St. Brendan’s Killarney defeated. St. Flannan’s College Ennis by 2-16 to 2-7 in the TUS Corn an Bhráthar Choilm Taft (Under 15 A Football) Final on Wednesday March 11th at TUS Moyish.

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St. Brendan’s 2-16 v 2-7 St. Flannan’s, Ennis

This game was played in great spirit between two colleges who have a rich tradition at this age grade.

St. Flannan’s started the game in dramatic fashion with a thundering goal from lively full forward Robert Pelzar. The Sem struggled to get to grips with the blustery conditions but, after an outstanding kick from Seán Quill raised the orange flag for a two pointer, they began to find their rhythm.

The elements continued to play their part as Flannan’s found scores difficult to come by, especially as Eoin Brosnan got to grips with the ever-effective Pelzar. At the other end, the Sem were now in full swing, with a flurry of points from Patrick MacSweeney putting the Sem ahead for the first time in the game at 0-5 to 1-1. The Sem finished the half in dominant form with further scores from Patrick O’Connor and Max Moynihan leaving the score at 0-11 to 1-1 at the interval.

Flannan’s began the second half, now with the aid of the elements at their back, with a well taken 2 pointed free to reduce the deficit to 5 points. However, the composure of St. Brendan’s took control with Darragh Fleming and Kieran Moloney having a greater influence at midfield.

In the next 10-minute period, patient play from the Sem led to a couple of valuable points to keep Flannan’s at bay. A couple of quick-fire goals followed for Danny Healy, which settled any nerves that may have still been lingering and the Sem finished out the match in determined fashion. Gerry Moroney made some exceptional saves coming down the stretch but was beaten by a well taken penalty at the death. This was, however, to prove too little too late for a rallying Flannan’s and the Sem ended victorious on a scoreline of 2-16 to 2-7.

Collectively, the Sem defended with unending determination, being led by captain and Man of the Match candidate Eoin Brosnan. Darragh Fleming and Kieran Moloney worked tirelessly at midfield and the forward line added the finishing touches in a style that has served St. Brendan’s so well over the years.

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A special mention to Mr. Ed O’Neill who gave up so much of his time to help this team throughout the year. His vast experience proved invaluable to all involved.

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ST BRENDANS: Gerry Moroney, Sam O’Shea, Eoin Brosnan, Noah Ó Brosnocháin, Patrick McSweeney (0-3), Conor Gallivan, Shea Driver, Darragh Fleming (0-1), Kieran Moloney, Aidan Hickey, Seán Quill 0-4 (1tp), Johnny Myers, Max Moynihan 0-4 (2f), Danny Healy (2-0), Patrick O’Connor (0-2).
Subs: Robert Murphy for J Myers (43), Ross Cronin 0-2 for P O’Connor (46), James Sheehan for K Moloney (48), Jack Gleeson for D Healy (57), Cian Whitty for M Moynihan (59)

ST FLANNANS: Johnny Murphy, Seadna Ryan, Robbie McMahon, Eoin McInerney, Conor Melican, Alex Malone, Darragh Stackpoole, Graham O’Connor, Sean Vaughan, Cian O’Dwyer (0-1), Aaron Cleary 1-5 (1-0 pen, 1tpf, 2f), Cathal Barry (0-1), Alfie Treacy, Robert Pelzar (1-0), Colin Slattery.
Subs: Diarmuid Williams for E McInerney (temp, 23-28), Oscar Deegan for C Barry (36), Hyungseo Yong for C Slattery (46), Daniel Casey for G O’Connor (47), Tadhg Ó Gairbhith for C Meehan (51)

Referee: Seán Carey (Limerick)

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Corn an Bhráthar Choilm Taft (Under 15 A Football) Roll of Honour

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