St Patrick’s Secondary School look forward to All-Ireland Football Final

The St. Patrick’s Secondary School U-19 team which qualified for the All-Ireland Schools Football Final against O’Carolan College of Nobber, Co. Meath at 4pm on Saturday at Dr. Cullen Park, Carlow. Front row from left: Ruairí Brosnan, Gerard Costello, Redmond O’Connor, Eoghan Shire, Sean Collins, David Healy, Matthew Horgan, Patrick O’Shea, Conor Wilkinson, Ayrton Burke, Michael Horan, Killian Dennehy, Eamon O’Mahony, Cathal Sheehan and Owen O’Connor. Back from left: Cillian Reidy, Thomas Conway, Jack McElligott and Cathal McElligott, joint captains; Shane Gilroy, David Horan, Mint O’Connor, Finn Nolan, Ciaran Mangan, Eoin McSweeney, Jack Brosnan, John O’Connor, Jack O’Donoghue, Ruairí Bourke, Evan Brennan, Cathal Brosnan, Shane Browne and Luke McShane. Team mentors are: John O’Sullivan, Patrick McCarthy and John Forrest.

This coming Saturday, March, 11^th at 4pm, St Patrick’s Secondary School will have the honour of competing in the U-19 All Ireland Schools Football Final.

The opposition on the day will be O’Carolan College of Nobber, Co. Meath and the final will by played in Dr Cullen Park in Carlow.

St. Pat’s place in this final was secured after a dramatic semi-final against Dunmore Community School of Galway.

An Epic Battle Won

After a battle of epic proportions St Pat’s won – with a last gasp goal in the dying moments of extra time. That win was a testament to the amazing attitude and stamina of this team and a true sign of their meticulous preparation and training.

It’s one thing to have talent and skill but it requires hard graft along with excellent guidance and coaching to realise the full potential of these attributes.

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the past pupils, parents, GAA clubs, schools and members of the local community that have sent well wishes in advance of the final,” said Deputy Principal Tim Long.

Support on the Day

“We would greatly appreciate your support in Dr Cullen Park on the day.

“Finally, on behalf of all of school staff and students, I wish the team and mentors every good luck in the week ahead.

“Enjoy the moments, remember the achievements already gained along the way and continue to represent your school with the distinction you have shown all year. Mortás is Dochás – Pride and Hope,” said Mr. Long.

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