In a remarkable display of talent, determination, and resilience, Gort na Móna’s U14 LGFA team has been crowned the U14A league champions after an unbeaten campaign that saw them triumph in all 12 of their matches. This outstanding achievement, which kicked off in April, saw the girls overcome some of the best teams in Antrim, finishing with a perfect record and the maximum 36 points.
The journey to victory was anything but easy. The Gort girls opened their campaign with a challenging away game against a determined St Paul’s side. Despite the tough opposition, Gort Na Móna emerged victorious with a scoreline of 3:6 to 4:9. This victory set the tone for what was to come, as the team followed up with a strong 8:10 to 4:2 win against Naomh Éanna.
One of the season’s most testing encounters came early on when the Gort girls faced a formidable Moneyglass team. Digging deep, they managed to secure the win, demonstrating the grit and determination that would characterise their entire season. The next game against St Gall’s proved to be another nail-biter, with Gort na Móna trailing for most of the match. However, a late surge saw them pull off a dramatic 5:9 to 3:6 victory, fuelled by a flurry of goals in the dying minutes.
The momentum continued as they faced St John’s in another hard-fought battle. Gort na Móna once again came out on top, adding another victory to their unblemished record. One of the toughest challenges of the season followed in an away match against an outstanding Cargin side. Despite falling behind early, the Gort girls showed incredible spirit to fight back and secure a narrow win.
The league campaign continued with a home game against Ardoyne. Although the scoreline didn’t fully reflect the intensity of the match, the Gort na Móna girls managed to claim another hard-earned victory. A challenging away game against Davitts followed, where Gort na Móna faced a talented and determined side. Once again, their perseverance paid off, and they came away with the win.
As the league entered its final phase, Gort na Móna remained at the top of the table, having successfully navigated the league split. The final four games, a reverse of earlier fixtures, presented the same high-quality opposition, but the results remained consistent. Each team they faced was a formidable opponent, yet the Gort girls proved time and again that they were up to the challenge.
This exceptional season is a testament to the talent, work rate, and determination of every player on the squad. Gort na Móna’s U14 girls have set a standard of excellence, showing that they can compete and succeed against the very best. The club and coaches extend their heartfelt thanks to all players, parents, and family members for their unwavering support throughout the season. Whether it was tying shoelaces, traveling to away games, or cheering from the sidelines, every effort has been deeply appreciated.
As the team now transitions to U16, the club wishes them all the best in the next chapter of their sporting journey. For the younger players staying at U14, the challenge is set to go for it again next year. This season has proven that with talent and determination, anything is possible.
Pics by Ciarán Ó Brolcháin
