U12 Rovers
Illistrin 2- 0 Letterkenny Rovers
Very good match played this morning despite the typical Irish weather conditions. Rovers unfortunately found themselves two goals down early in the 1st half. The second half Rovers started really well and although large spells of possession and coming close with Femi hitting the crossbar, it just wasn't to be our day. Stand out players for Rovers were Lucas Casburn and Shane O Donnell.
U12 Crusaders
Lagan Harps Colts 2 - 1 Letterkenny Crusaders
The Crusaders started strong in their League Cup opener, pressing high and creating chances through Caleb Bomah, Anthony McGarrigle, and Noah Carr, but the Lagan goalkeeper kept them out. Lagan capitalized on their chances, scoring twice before halftime, including a long-range strike.
In the second half, Crusaders continued to push, with Tiarnan Connolly and McGarrigle linking up well, but again denied by the keeper. Josh Muller finally broke through with a stunning long-range strike, assisted by Theo Minnock.
Man of the Match: Josh Muller
Special Mention: Daralee Crossan for a strong debut in goal.
U12 United
U12 SECOND DIVISION LEAGUE CUP
Bonagee Athletic 2 - 5 Letterkenny United
Scorers: Victor Ogunade x 4
Ryley Harkin 1
U12 Athletic
Our U12 Letterkenny Athletic team kicked off their first-ever League Cup game against a determined Lurgy Celtic side. Goals from Shay McLaughlin, James McLaughlin, and Cian Dillon, along with a hat-trick from Jake Devlin, secured a well-earned victory on a rainy afternoon at Lurgy Park.
Josh Duffy McLaughlin was named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance.
U14 Crusaders
LETTERKENNY CRUSADERS 2-2 ILLISTRIN UNITED
LETTERKENNY CRUSADERS WON 4-3 ON PENALTIES
Crusaders battled hard to come from 2 nil down to win this tight game on penalties. Rovers were rusty in the first half but a goal from the ever reliable Jake Bonner made it 2 1 at HT. Illistrin missed a few chances but it was Tommy Yisau that scored in the last few minutes to take it to the dreaded spot kicks. Scorers for Crusaders from the spot were Ruairi, Tommy, Zeke and Joshua.
U14 United
Bonagee Athletic 2 - 4 Letterkenny United
Letterkenny Utd secured a 4-2 away victory over Bonagee in the U14 Second Division at Goose Green. Despite playing into a strong wind, they trailed 1-0 at halftime after a Bonagee free kick. Bonagee extended their lead to 2-0 early in the second half, but Letterkenny responded brilliantly.
Thomas Muller started the comeback with a well-taken goal from a Christopher Krai Kopke pass. Eddie McElhinney then equalized after a great solo run. Jayson Hassan put Letterkenny ahead following Muller's work on the right wing before McElhinney sealed the win with his second goal from an Aarav Gupta assist.
A strong squad performance played in great spirit, with Folarin Abolaji named Man of the Match for his outstanding defensive display. Thanks to Bonagee and referee, Dessie McLaughlin.
U16 Crusaders
Lagan Harps Colts 2 - 4 Letterkenny Crusaders
Crusaders started off the game very strongly and it wasn’t long until they were 1-0 up with Matthew Junior then went 2-0 shortly after by Josh McHugh, followed by Matthew Junior getting his second goal making it 3-0 just before half time.
Mathew McGlinchey made it 4-0 ,in the second half. Lagan scored twice early in the second half but Crusaders held on well seeing out the game with a 4-2 win.
U16 Rovers
Bonagee United defeated Letterkenny Rovers 4-2 in the U16 Premier League Cup. Rovers started strongly, with Colm Óg Breachnach scoring early and creating multiple chances, but they failed to extend their lead. Bonagee grew into the game, equalizing after 30 minutes before Cathal Doherty's header gave them a 2-1 halftime lead. Despite Rovers' second-half dominance, a defensive mistake allowed Joel to extend Bonagee's lead. Lopez pulled one back for Rovers, but they missed further chances, and Davin Kelly sealed the win for Bonagee late on. Rovers will regret their missed opportunities in a game they could have won.
Man of the Match: Ronan Ward.