Even reaching the final of a competition that started out with more than 200 schools is a huge achievement, but Emmett McGinty’s squad is determined to bring the silverware back to Creggan and who’d back against them after a fabulous run to the final. Check out our pen pics to meet the players trying to create their own piece of history with St. Joseph’s and see Friday’s ‘Journal’ for a full final preview . . .
9. SHANE GIL – Defender – another young member of the team who has gained valuable experience. Shane is a dynamic defender who will benefit hugely from the experience.
SHANE GIL (Defender): Another young member of the team who has gained valuable experience. Shane is a dynamic defender who will benefit hugely from the experience. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography
10. TOMMIE McLAUGHLIN – Forward – leads the line extremely well. Works his socks off for the team every game and sets the tempo from the front. Currently the leading goal scorer for the team.
TOMMIE McLAUGHLIN (Forward): Leads the line extremely well. Works his socks off for the team every game and sets the tempo from the front. Currently the leading goal scorer for the team. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography
11. KYLE NIXON – Midfielder – a dynamic wide player with great feet and trickery. Performed brilliantly well when called upon in the semi final for his team.
KYLE NIXON (Midfielder): A dynamic wide player with great feet and trickery. Performed brilliantly well when called upon in the semi final for his team. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography
12. SHANE MORAN – Midfielder – A box to box midfielder who’s very intelligent on and off the ball. A key figure in midfield who has been highly influential throughout the journey.
SHANE MORAN (Midfielder): A box to box midfielder who’s very intelligent on and off the ball. A key figure in midfield who has been highly influential throughout the journey. Photo: Jim McCafferty Photography