Kickhams Creggan shall be pulling out all of the stops after they face Cargin within the first of the Antrim senior soccer semi-finals at Dunsilly as we speak (5.00) as they hold a robust deal with reaching the decider for the second successive yr.
The title-holders have replicated final yr’s consistency in reaching the final 4 once more however are all too aware that Cargin will harbour ambitions of regaining the throne they occupied with distinction within the latest previous.
In overcoming O’Donovan Rossa within the quarter-finals, Creggan underlined their energy in depth with skipper Kevin Small spearheading a raft of expertise that features Ruairi McCann, Tiernan McAteer, Ricky Johnston and Jamie McCann.
However Cargin will come to the desk well-armed with Tomás McCann, Pat Shivers, Jamie Gribben, Justin Crozier and Mick McCann spearheading their problem.
Within the second semi-final tomorrow final yr’s crushed finalists St Mary’s, Aghagallon will oppose Roger Casements, Portglenone additionally at Dunsilly (5.00).
Dermot McAleese, Niall Delargy, Niall McKeever and Aidan McAleese can spark the Casements problem whereas Eunan Walsh, Rory McCann, Gareth Magee and David McAlernon can fireplace up St Mary’s. It was in Antrim’s colors earlier this yr that Dermot McAleese specifically distinguished himself and his present type is seen as a substantial bonus for St Mary’s. And Eunan Walsh has definitely made large progress with St Mary’s together with his affect more likely to be very a lot in proof tomorrow.
No fewer than 4 Fermanagh championship ties are down for choice as we speak with title favourites Derrygonnelly Harps taking over Erne Gaels, Enniskillen opposing Kinawley, Roslea internet hosting Ederney and Teemore at residence to Belnaleck. All matches are at 5.30.
Derrygonnelly Harps have already flashed out a message to the impact that they're eager to regain the title and with the Jones gang – Conall, Leigh, Garvan and Ryan – able to cleared the path, they may show onerous to halt.
Carryduff will face Mayobridge in a Down championship quarter-final conflict at Mayobridge (4.30) whereas in Armagh Granemore will cross swords with Mullaghbawn at Crossmaglen (1.30) whereas Ballymacnab and Maghery will meet on the Athletic Grounds (6.00).
Carryduff have been making progress within the Mourne county and can take a look at Stephen Poacher’s facet.
The Tyrone championship shall be stepped up when Ardboe conflict with Omagh as we speak (Pomeroy 1.30) and Moy tackle Errigal Ciaran (Galbally 4.00).