Great competition at Offaly Foroige soccer tournament

Offaly Foroige held its long awaited soccer tournament for club members recently.

The games took place in Gallen United's all weather pitch and were keenly contested. There were 2 groups consisting of teams from Ferbane X 2, Ballycumber, Killurin, Banagher and Rath/Eglish.

After the group stages, which were very close, Ferbane and Ballycumber teams made it to the final. On the day the Ferbane team deserved their win and were delighted when the final whistle blew.

The Ferbane captain Ryan Moore thanked his team mates and the Ballycumber team for a sporting game after receiving the winners trophy from Barbara Daly. After the presentation refreshments were had.

Thanks to everyone who organized and helped out on the day and to Gallen united for the use of their fabulous facilities. A special word of thanks to Niall Fitzgerald for all his hard work behind the scenes.