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Love names Smith as captain as he finalises Junior Milk Cup squad

Fermanagh Junior Milk Cup manager Gerry Love and his backroom team of coaches Cathal Beacom, Conor McGuigan and Andrew Thompson have finalised their 18 man squad for the competition.

Kesh Reserves relegated after penalty shoot out

Ardstraw Reserves won 4-2 on penalties. NFC Kesh Reserves will play in Division Three next season after losing the relegation play-off to Ardstraw Reserves on penalties on Tuesday night at Killen.

Exciting challenge for young players says Quinn

After Ballinamallard U18s recent IFA League cup final success over rivals Glenavon, manager John Quinn is happy with how the club's young players are progressing, and is hopeful that some will make the step up to the first team.

It was a team performance - Beckett

Gary Beckett produced a man-of-the-match performance last Friday night in Darragh Park as he got his hands on a first Mulhern Cup medal.

Minor Ladies go in search of Ulster title

Fermanagh take on close neighbours Cavan in the Ulster Ladies Minor 'B' Final at the Monaghan Harps grounds this Saturday (1.15pm).

McDermott goal ensures St. Pat's continue winning ways

Pascal Canavan's St Patrick's side remain unbeaten after four games played and top the table, ahead of Enniskillen Gaels.

McGurn's late point sees derby spoils shared

Derrygonnelly left it very late to snatch a last gasp draw, after a hard-fought affair saw both sides struggle in very testing conditions.

McGinnity satisfied with a point

Roslea left it very late to earn a draw, with Seamus Quigley kicking a late free to ensure his side took a share of the spoils.

Slater claims Irish title in Dublin

Stephen Slater from Lisbellaw is the Irish National Junior Table Tennis Champion.

Christie seeking several winners at Necarne

David Christie is hoping to have several winners at this weekend's Necarne Point to Point Races.

Lakelanders land medal haul in Larne

Larne Swimming Club in partnership with Lisburn Swimming Club were promoting the third annual Antrim Swimming Championships, and once again it proved to be a successful meet for the Enniskillen Lakelanders.

Helen gearing up for the Enniskillen 10k

With five weeks to go to the 10k, entries are going in on a regular basis however there is still time to make the decision to enter.

Enniskillen Criterium to include new children's event

Lakeland Cycling Club in partnership with Fermanagh District Council, are running the second Enniskillen Criterium (Crit) on Friday June 8.

Gold and bronze for Nixon in Germany

Fermanagh oarswoman Holly Nixon took first and third place honours at the Brandenburg International Regatta in Germany at the weekend.

Time to take action on slow play

Tiger Woods threw his cap into the ring on the debate of slow play after The Players Championship by suggesting the PGA Tour must punish 'bad times' with penalty strokes instead of cash.

First points in the bag for Josh

Just a few days after his 18th birthday, Josh Elliott secured the first points of his maiden British Superstock 1000 campaign.

Clogher Valley chalk up maximum points in Outdoor League

Even at these early stages of this season's outdoor bowling, it is becoming apparent that it could turn into a very closely contested league with all seven teams in with a chance of some silverware come the end of August.

Town power their way to Mulhern glory

Veteran striker Gary Beckett produced a man of the match performance as Enniskillen Town claimed their first Impartial Reporter Mulhern Cup title since 2008, and a seventh in all, with a 3-0 victory over Tummery Athletic at Darragh Park, Castlederg last Friday night.

McCarron praises character as late surge ensures Belcoo of the win

Belcoo produced a strong last ten minutes to overhaul Newtown in a low scoring encounter to record their second win of the league.

Lots of success on Bann for Portora rowers

It was a weekend of success for the Boat Club at Portora Royal School, as rowers of the club, both past and present, competed in competitions at home and abroad.

Putting - A game within a game

The majority of club players will use their putter significantly more than any other club. With this in mind ask yourself how often do you practice your putting? Have you ever had a putting lesson?

Bike failure frustration for Josh after great qualifying position

Fermanagh teenager Josh Elliott took on his third outing in the British Superbike Championship last weekend at Oulton Park in Cheshire.

Mixed fortunes for local teams as season starts

The 2012 season of the Border Counties Outdoor league 'kicked off' last week with Enniskillen and Clogher Valley having mixed fortunes in their first games.

Goals come at right time as 'Law ease to title

Lisbellaw United completed a hat-trick of Mercer League titles on Tuesday night with a 4-1 victory over Ballinamallard Reserves at Fisher Park.

Jones pounces late to settle cracker

Derrygonnelly left it very late to claim victory with a last-gasp Leigh Jones goal to leave Lisnaskea with no answer after a thrilling contest.

Killarney third moves Garry into outright Irish Championship race

Garry Jennings is dreaming of winning the Irish Tarmac Championship outright after his latest result elevated him to third overall in the series.

Marc slips and slides way to narrow win

Marc Johnston survived the elements to win a rain soaked McAleers Spar May Day Rally after a thrilling battle with Matthew Cathcart and Mark Donnelly.

Ronan hopeful now that his team is back to full strength

Tummery Athletic manager Ronan McAnespie feeels that Enniskillen Town are favourites ahead of Friday night's Mulhern Cup final but he believes that if he can get his strongest side out at Darragh Park then they will have every chance of lifting the silverware on offer.

Judge keen that good season reaps some silverware

Rory Judge has a liking for the Mulhern Cup - the Enniskillen Town manager took part in six Mulhern Cup finals as a player and has five winners medals to show for it.

Expect a tight affair as familiar foes clash

The battle for the Impartial Reporter Mulhern Cup promises to be an intriguing spectacle on Friday night and Enniskillen Town and Tummery Athletic fight it out for the silverware.

Ill-fated Intermediate Cup scrapped

The ill-fated Fermanagh and Western FA's Intermediate Cup's slow, lingering and painful death is complete after the failure to stage this year's final between Fivemiletown United and Lisbellaw United.

Jimmy 'over the moon' with three-in-a-row

They may have been pushed all the way, but Lisbellaw withstood the pressure from Enniskillen Town to secure a third Mercer Cup in succession following Tuesday night's 4-1 win over Ballinamallard Reserves.

Seamus hoping injuries clear for semi

Fermanagh hurlers are now just one game away from Croke Park and a Lory Meagher final appearance after they saw off Longford by 11 points at Brewster Park last Saturday evening.

Easy win leaves hurlers one step away from Croker

Fermanagh comfortably secured their place in the semi-final of the Lory Meagher Cup with an 11 point victory over Longford at Brewster Park on Saturday evening.

Maguire part of squad despite England work

Fermanagh selector Ger Treacy has stressed that forward Eamon Maguire remains part of the panel after it was rumoured that the St. Patrick's clubman had left the squad to take up employment in England.

McCusker goal the cue for big Ederney fightback

Teemore were seven points ahead at half time in this match but let their lead slip in the second half as Ederney upped their performance and outplayed the Shamrocks.

Erne Gaels keep a good grip on top spot

Erne Gaels produced a brilliant second half display to beat a below-par Belcoo side, to make it three wins from three on their return to Division One, with the newly-promoted side the only one to take all six points from the opening three fixtures.

McCaldin and crew impress to lift Eastern title in Dublin

Lough Erne crew 'Jamais Encore' returned victorious from the J24 Eastern Championships at Howth Yacht Club, Dublin over the May Bank Holiday Weekend.

Mark's PB in Olympic stadium merely whets his appetite for more

Mark Hoy became one of the first athletes to run competitively at the new Olympic Stadium when he reached the semi-finals of the UK University Track and Field Games last weekend.

Rebecca gives it plenty of welly at Championships

A below par Rebecca Humphreys could only finish fourth in the final of the Women's Championship Lightweight Single Scull at last weekend's British University Rowing Championships as her busy schedule and illness combined to produce a disappointing overall performance.

Clarke enjoys one of biggest wins of career

Enniskillen co-driver Marshall Clarke claimed one of the biggest victories of his rallying career last weekend as he partnered Keith Cronin to victory on the third round of the British Rally Championship.

Clabby bowler's success in Clare

At a recent bowling break in The Clare Inn, well known Clabby Parish bowling club member Andrew Monteith deservedly won the top prize at the four day event.

New look Skins end season on a high

Enniskillen completed their qualifying two season with a good in over Lisburn as two second half tries from Jason Wilson and one from Jamie Johnston ensured their season ended on a high.

Heartbreaking for the boys - Robinson

Derrychara United suffered heartache on Saturday as their promotion dream was ended by their 1-0 defeat to Magheraveeley.

Celebrating in style but already looking forward to next year

Andy Crawford bagged the only goal of the game at Ferney Park on Saturday as Ballinamallard United completed their league campaign with their 20th win from 26 games.

Licence in place: now to get stands ready for big kick-off

With confirmation having been received on Tuesday morning that the club had been granted a Championship Licence, Ballinamallard United can now look forward to life in the IFA Premiership.

Five alive Town just keep on winning

Enniskillen Town comfortably picked up the points from their encounter with Coca-Cola Junior Cup finalists Strathroy Harps on Saturday to maintain their advantage at the top of the Mercer League table.

Goals send minors into Shield final

Fermanagh secured their place in the Ulster Minor Hurling Shield final with a three point win over Tyrone at Brewster Park last Wednesday night.

McCusker wants semi-final spot secured

On Saturday evening Fermanagh hurlers will aim to get their championship campaign off to a winning start when they take on Longford, in the Lory Meagher Cup. Longford failed to field against the Ernemen in the league but Fermanagh Joint manager Seamus McCusker is preparing his team for a tough challenge this weekend:

Wee man delighted to be back in the thick of action

It has been a tough 18 months or so for Fermanagh forward Eamon Maguire as he has battled his way back from a serious knee injury, and so, even though he was disappointed with defeat on Saturday in the Division Four final, the St. Pat's clubman was pleased to be back involved.

Donnelly has no doubt players will respond in the right manner

Fermanagh trainer Kieran Donnelly is positive that the players will show the right response between now and the championship encounter with Down following last Saturday's disappointing defeat to Wicklow in the Division Four final at Croke Park.

Skins secure league status for next season

Enniskillen played their final, an ultimately most important game of the season on Saturday.

Commonwealth experiences the highlight as Chelsey hangs up goggles

After a life of competitive swimming, 21-year-old Chelsey Wilson has decided to hang up her swimsuit and goggles.

Hoy on his Marks for UK champs at Olympic Stadium

Enniskillen athlete Mark Hoy will compete in the Olympic Stadium in London this weekend at the UK University Track and Field Championships.

Reid powers to road race win

The Lakeland Cycling Club staged their second road race on the club calendar recently with Omagh Wheelers rider Ivan Reid clinching the victory ahead Eugene Power and Raymond Dunlop.

Past and future combines on anniversary of Seve death

The European Tour's proud past and exciting future comes together this week, as Spain's new generation marks the 40th anniversary of the Tour's first event, while at the same time remembering the legendary Seve Ballesteros at the Reale Seguros Open de España.

Over 100 crews for popular May Day stages

Enniskillen Motor Club's popular Bank Holiday May Day Stages rally will take place on Monday, May 7.

Peggy delivers first bowl of outdoor season

No sooner has the short mat indoor season come to an end but the outdoor game resumes for the 2012 season.

Ulster fans party like it's 1999!

The dream continues and the Ulster rugby team stands one game away from immortality.

Easy for 'Law as they move within two wins of title

Wins against Shelbourne on Saturday and Ballinamallard Reserves next Tuesday night will see Lisbellaw United secure a third successive Mercer League title.

Back down to earth with a mighty bump

Fermanagh were brought back down to earth on Saturday evening as Wicklow deservedly claimed an eight point victory in the Division Four league final at Croke Park.