New York travelled to Philadelphia looking to extend their unbeaten run. However, the Magpies were slow to start and a committed Philadelphia team took advantage kicking out to an early 3 goal lead. New York seemed to be lethargic, was second to the ball and with Philly kicking with the aid of a slight breeze […]
Sunday I had an under-18 Gaelic Football semi final with the Rangers and we won comfortably against good opposition. I won’t be there for the final so I’m wishing them all the best and hopefully they can win what will surely be a tough contest. Monday night I had a hurling game and it may […]
With weather conditions keeping some players away and forcing a schedule change, the Boho’s retained their perfect record in the 2011 NYCAFL with a win over the Tourists while the Trash got their first points for the year with a big win over reigning premiers the River Rats. And after a close first half the […]
I felt that this week would be really important in the lead up to my trip as it was so congested with training and games, so it would be interesting to see if I could keep my body fit. Since I rested Saturday, I did a 3km and 5 400s on Sunday. I felt really […]
Round 1 of the 2011 NYCAFL saw hard fought wins to the Village Bohemian’s and the Hudson River Rats over the Suburban Tollmen and the Time Square Tourists respectively. Attendance at round 1 was excellent with each team having 12 or more players to select from and team captains having to make some hard decisions […]
Training this week kicked off on Memorial Day, and the holiday also brought with it stifling heat. Unfortunately, due to a morning commitment and an afternoon barbeque I had to run at 3 in the afternoon in 95-plus degree heat. It definitely slowed me down a bit, but it gave me a great sense of […]
