FERMANAGH sharp-shooter Eimear Smyth has claimed the ZuCar Golden Boot Award at Croke Park today (Thursday) following her standout performances for the Erne county this season. Smyth, 23, from Derrygonnelly, played a key role for Fermanagh winning the TG4 All-Ireland Championships, finishing as the top scorer at all grades in Ireland, scoring an impressive 8-48. […]
Fermanagh man Malachy O’Rourke on reaching the pinnacle
WHAT a start to the year it was for Derrylin man, Malachy O’Rourke. In one of the most captivating All Ireland Club Finals in recent times, O’Rourke’s Glen men came from behind to beat St Brigid’s of Roscommon 2-10 to 1-12 to win their first-ever All Ireland club title. It was redemption after the men […]
O’Rourke – doing it his own way
After 32 years teaching PE at St Joseph’s College, Malachy O’Rourke decided his term was up last June as he waved goodbye to the one and only school he has ever taught in and looked forward to his early retirement. O’Rourke turned 56 a few weeks ago and is relishing his time away from the […]
Search begins for Gallagher successor
As the county absorbs the news of Rory Gallagher’s departure, thoughts turn to who will be next to take on the mantle of senior manager. In some respects the team is in a period of transition. Players like Eoin Donnelly, Ryan Jones and Barry Mulrone have over 100 games in the county jersey, while the […]
Curtain comes down on Fermanagh’s championship
Fermanagh finished down to 12 men as Monaghan booked their place in the second round of the qualifiers.
Fermanagh to face Monaghan in qualifiers
Following Fermanagh’s defeat to Donegal Sunday’s Ulster quarter-final, they now face Monaghan in the first round of the qualifiers.
Fermanagh fade out as Farney forge on
Fermanagh exited the Ulster Championship after a spirited first half display was undone by a power-packed second 35 from Monaghan.
Useful workouts for senior footballers
Fermanagh played two challenge matches last week with a win and a defeat the return as McKenna Cup preparation continued.
Malachy O’Rourke makes all the right calls
Derrylin native Malachy O’Rourke has weaved his managerial magic once again to mastermind the first Ulster title for Monaghan in 25 years.