Super-Leagues U-8/9 results 2002

Following the photographs taken by Martin and pre match talks by the excited coaches, the finals commenced.

The lucky spectators witnessed two incredible games, which provided nail biting finishes, thrilling goalmouth clashes and all the hurling action anyone could hope for in the game. Anxious parents watched in awe and wonder at the endeavours of their boys who hurled with a passion and commitment that would put many older players to shame. . The powerful Lions maintained their unbeaten run to win the Cup Final after a fantastic battle with the Sharks. Short some regulars due to the holidays, the Sharks fought fiercely to the end and having conceded a last minute goal lost out by four points.

The Shield Final was captured by the Tigers who defeated the Bears by one point on an amazing score line of 7 goals and 3 points to 7 goals and 2 points. One cannot describe the heart stopping excitement in the final minutes.

Bill Reidy, Vice Chairperson, Minor and Primary Section presided over the presentation of trophies to the Captains. Senior Blackrock players Fergal Ryan, Liam Meaney, Ger Murphy and Derek Gosnell presented the trophies to Stephen O Brien (Lions), Owen Smith (Sharks), Kevin O Keeffe (Tigers) and Shane O Keeffe (Bears).

Our thanks to the excellent managers Richard Stokes, Kieran Ryan, Charlie Barry, Tim Aherne, J.P Devine, Nick Bond, Jamie Harrington and Liam Meaney. Special mention to our impartial referees Bill Reidy, Brother Patrick and Seamus Hartnett…Pat, Mairead, Paul and Colm for setting up the hall, the St. Michaels ladies for the catering, and the parents of the superleaguers and all others who contributed to making the leagues such an extraordinary success. Most importantly, our thanks to the children, who are the real heroes.

Superleagues 8/9 update 22nd June.

Superleagues 8/9 update 15th June.

Superleagues 8/9 update 8th June.

Results Saturday 8th June.

Sharks 3 --- 1 Bears 1 --- 0

Lions 5 --- 2 Tigers 5 --- 0

Two well contested games, both could have gone either way right up until the final puck of the ball. Some really outstanding individual exhibitions of hurling. Our thanks to the children, their parents, to the coaches J.P., Charlie, Tim, Kieran, Jamie and Liam. The referees deserve special mention for their coolness under pressure.. well done Patrick and Seamus! To Maye O Brien for the jerseys and to all others who helped .

Fixtures Saturday 15th June 2002 Sharks V Tigers Bears V Lions