Date: October 31 (Halloween)
Competition: Under 14 National Cup – Round 3
Venue: Dingle Peninsula
Match Overview
Tulla Utd U14s made the long, three-plus-hour journey to the picturesque Dingle Peninsula on Halloween to take on Dingle Bay Rovers (DBR) in Round 3 of the National Cup. Despite the demanding travel schedule, Tulla's main priority—keeping the squad fresh and focused—paid off as they produced a clinical performance to earn a 3–1 victory and advance to the next round.
First Half: Fast Start and Early Advantage
Tulla Utd set the tempo from the opening whistle, taking the game straight to the hosts and putting the DBR defense under sustained pressure.
15' — Disallowed Goal: Tulla thought they had broken the deadlock early when Isaac O’Connor put the ball in the net, but it was correctly ruled out for offside.
19' — Goal (DBR 0–1 Tulla Utd): The breakthrough arrived with 16 minutes remaining in the first half. Isaac O’Connor unlocked the DBR defense with a delightful through ball, finding the skillful CJ O’Doherty, who finished calmly to give Tulla a well-deserved lead.
21' — Goal (DBR 0–2 Tulla Utd): Almost immediately from the restart, Tulla doubled their lead. CJ O’Doherty collected a pass from Ryan Vaughan and embarking on a brilliant individual run, beating several DBR defenders before slotting home his second of the match.
Half-Time Score: Dingle Bay Rovers 0 – 2 Tulla Utd
Second Half: DBR Fightback & Tulla Seal the Win
DBR came out with renewed energy after the break, adjusting well to the game and pressing higher up the pitch.
50' — Goal (DBR 1–2 Tulla Utd): Fifteen minutes into the second half, DBR were awarded an indirect free kick just 10 yards out—a decision that left the Tulla management baffled. DBR capitalized on the opportunity, firing home from close range to cut the deficit to a single goal.
Defensive Resilience: Armed with newfound belief, DBR pushed hard for an equalizer, creating several promising attacks through their skillful striker. However, Tulla’s central defensive pairing of Seánie Hayes and Oisin Collins read the game superbly, winning vital headers and tackles to keep the hosts at bay.
60' — Goal (DBR 1–3 Tulla Utd): With 10 minutes remaining, Tulla put the contest beyond reach. A beautifully flighted cross over the DBR defense was met by Paudi Morris, who planted a firm header into the back of the net to the delight of the travelling Tulla supporters.
Full-Time Score: Dingle Bay Rovers 1 – 3 Tulla Utd
Key Highlights & Key Players
Player of the Match Contenders: CJ O’Doherty (2 goals) for his clinical finishing and sharp attacking runs; Seánie Hayes and Oisin Collins for holding the backline steady during DBR's second-half surge.
Key Play: Paudi Morris's late header to restore the two-goal cushion and kill off DBR's momentum.
Looking Ahead
With this victory, Tulla Utd advance to Round 4 of the National Cup, where they face another tough road test against Broadford Utd, the current Limerick Desmond Division 1 leaders.
A special word of thanks to Dingle Bay Rovers for their fantastic hospitality and best of luck to them for the remainder of their season. Also to Sean McGrath who looked after our travel and Scott from Superbites in Abbeyfeale for fueling us on our return.
Back Row: Noah Finnerty, Leo Walshe, Conall O Murchu, Ruadhán Fogarty, Alex Yorke, Jack McMahon, Ruairí Moreton, Seánie Hayes, Isaac O'Connor, Weyinmi Emiko, Ryan Vaughan.
Front Row: John Scully, Oran Rodgers, Sean McInerney, Paudí Morris, Oisín Collins, Ryan McNamara, CJ O'Doherty, Matthew Boyce, Thomas Hogan
Competition: Under 14 National Cup – Round 3
Venue: Dingle Peninsula
Match Overview
Tulla Utd U14s made the long, three-plus-hour journey to the picturesque Dingle Peninsula on Halloween to take on Dingle Bay Rovers (DBR) in Round 3 of the National Cup. Despite the demanding travel schedule, Tulla's main priority—keeping the squad fresh and focused—paid off as they produced a clinical performance to earn a 3–1 victory and advance to the next round.
First Half: Fast Start and Early Advantage
Tulla Utd set the tempo from the opening whistle, taking the game straight to the hosts and putting the DBR defense under sustained pressure.
15' — Disallowed Goal: Tulla thought they had broken the deadlock early when Isaac O’Connor put the ball in the net, but it was correctly ruled out for offside.
19' — Goal (DBR 0–1 Tulla Utd): The breakthrough arrived with 16 minutes remaining in the first half. Isaac O’Connor unlocked the DBR defense with a delightful through ball, finding the skillful CJ O’Doherty, who finished calmly to give Tulla a well-deserved lead.
21' — Goal (DBR 0–2 Tulla Utd): Almost immediately from the restart, Tulla doubled their lead. CJ O’Doherty collected a pass from Ryan Vaughan and embarking on a brilliant individual run, beating several DBR defenders before slotting home his second of the match.
Half-Time Score: Dingle Bay Rovers 0 – 2 Tulla Utd
Second Half: DBR Fightback & Tulla Seal the Win
DBR came out with renewed energy after the break, adjusting well to the game and pressing higher up the pitch.
50' — Goal (DBR 1–2 Tulla Utd): Fifteen minutes into the second half, DBR were awarded an indirect free kick just 10 yards out—a decision that left the Tulla management baffled. DBR capitalized on the opportunity, firing home from close range to cut the deficit to a single goal.
Defensive Resilience: Armed with newfound belief, DBR pushed hard for an equalizer, creating several promising attacks through their skillful striker. However, Tulla’s central defensive pairing of Seánie Hayes and Oisin Collins read the game superbly, winning vital headers and tackles to keep the hosts at bay.
60' — Goal (DBR 1–3 Tulla Utd): With 10 minutes remaining, Tulla put the contest beyond reach. A beautifully flighted cross over the DBR defense was met by Paudi Morris, who planted a firm header into the back of the net to the delight of the travelling Tulla supporters.
Full-Time Score: Dingle Bay Rovers 1 – 3 Tulla Utd
Key Highlights & Key Players
Player of the Match Contenders: CJ O’Doherty (2 goals) for his clinical finishing and sharp attacking runs; Seánie Hayes and Oisin Collins for holding the backline steady during DBR's second-half surge.
Key Play: Paudi Morris's late header to restore the two-goal cushion and kill off DBR's momentum.
Looking Ahead
With this victory, Tulla Utd advance to Round 4 of the National Cup, where they face another tough road test against Broadford Utd, the current Limerick Desmond Division 1 leaders.
A special word of thanks to Dingle Bay Rovers for their fantastic hospitality and best of luck to them for the remainder of their season. Also to Sean McGrath who looked after our travel and Scott from Superbites in Abbeyfeale for fueling us on our return.
Back Row: Noah Finnerty, Leo Walshe, Conall O Murchu, Ruadhán Fogarty, Alex Yorke, Jack McMahon, Ruairí Moreton, Seánie Hayes, Isaac O'Connor, Weyinmi Emiko, Ryan Vaughan.
Front Row: John Scully, Oran Rodgers, Sean McInerney, Paudí Morris, Oisín Collins, Ryan McNamara, CJ O'Doherty, Matthew Boyce, Thomas Hogan
