Season: 24/25

Match Report: Seapatrick U15 vs Markethill Swifts U15
Venue: St. Patrick’s College, Banbridge
Conditions: Cold and windy

Seapatrick U15 took on Markethill Swifts U15 in cold and windy conditions under the lights at St. Patrick’s College, Banbridge. The game started slowly, with neither team able to create clear chances in the first 10 minutes, as both sides battled for control in midfield without seriously threatening either goal.

Seapatrick thought they had taken an early lead from a well-delivered corner, but the referee ruled it out for a foul on the Markethill goalkeeper. Markethill soon started to find their rhythm and created chances of their own. Caie and Sydney both had goals disallowed for offside, frustrating the visiting side.

In the 30th minute, Markethill broke the deadlock. Oscar unleashed a powerful shot from outside the box, striking it cleanly into the bottom corner to give Markethill a 1-0 lead, going into half time.

The game resumed and remained tight, but Seapatrick found their breakthrough in the 40th minute. After sustained pressure, a well-placed cross was met with a clinical finish inside the box, leveling the score.

This saw Seapatrick come out stronger, and in the 50th minute, they took the lead. A surging run from their quick right winger opened up the Markethill defense, and he slotted the ball home with a composed finish, making it 2-1.

Markethill fought hard to find an equalizer in the remaining 20 minutes, controlling much of the possession and winning several corners. Seapatrick’s defense, however, held firm, repelling crosses and blocking shots.

In the final moments of the game, Struan came closest to bringing Markethill level when his powerful long-range shot rattled the crossbar, but it wasn’t to be. The referee’s whistle blew for full time, sealing the win for Seapatrick.

Final score: 2-1 to Seapatrick. Despite Markethill’s early lead through Oscar, Seapatrick’s second-half surge was enough to take all three points.

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Match Report: Markethill Swifts U15 vs Riverdale FC

Venue: Kilcluney 3G

Conditions: Wet and windy

Markethill Swifts U15 took on Riverdale FC in wet and windy conditions at Kilcluney 3G. Markethill started brightly, pressing high, and it didn’t take long for Jack R to fire in a superb strike to give them a 1-0 lead.

Soon after, a Riverdale own goal made it 2-0, and Luke added a third to put Markethill firmly in control. However, after going 3-0 up, Markethill’s attacking play became a little wasteful, with some profligacy in front of goal, allowing Riverdale some breathing space.

Despite this, Riverdale couldn’t capitalise, and just before halftime, Jamie won a penalty after being brought down in the box. He converted calmly, making it 4-0 to Markethill at the break.

Riverdale came out stronger in the second half, pressing high and managing to pull a goal back to make it 4-1. But Markethill soon found their rhythm again, with Jack R adding his second goal to restore their cushion at 5-1.

As the match progressed, Riverdale’s discipline began to crumble. Frustration led to multiple fouls, and they saw two players sent off with red cards, leaving them down to nine men. This further hindered their ability to mount a comeback.

Markethill took full advantage of their opponents’ lack of discipline, finishing the game strongly. Daniel C added another goal, and Jack R completed his hat trick to bring the final score to 7-2.

Final score: 7-2 to Markethill Swifts

Shining lights for Markethill were Jamie & Jack R – with Jack named Man of the Match on his debut.

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Match Report: Loughgall Seconds U15 vs Markethill Swifts U15

Venue: Kicluney 3G
Kick-off: 18:45 PM
Weather: Mild and sunny
Final Score: Loughgall Seconds U15 1-1 Markethill Swifts U15

Loughgall Seconds and Markethill Swifts U15 played out a gripping 1-1 draw under the evening sun at Kicluney 3G. The match showcased two very different halves of football, each team dominating one period.

Markethill, captained by Lewis, found themselves under immediate pressure as Loughgall started the game strongly, controlling possession and dictating play. The early dominance from Loughgall was soon rewarded with a well-taken goal, putting them 1-0 ahead. Their fluid passing and relentless pressing kept Markethill pinned in their half for much of the first 20 minutes.

Despite Loughgall’s control, Markethill managed to create a few opportunities of their own. They had a couple of one-on-one chances but couldn’t hit the back of the net, with the Loughgall goalkeeper making crucial saves. At halftime, the score remained 1-0 in Loughgall’s favor, though Markethill had started to grow into the game.

The second half saw a transformed Markethill side, playing with far more energy and aggression. Winning key 50/50 battles all over the pitch, they disrupted Loughgall’s rhythm and began to carve out opportunities. The defensive line, though under pressure, held firm, with Markethill’s backline proving difficult to break down with Alex W and Jack G becoming key performers within it.

As the game grew more heated, tempers flared, and the referee issued several yellow cards to both sides. Markethill’s breakthrough came midway through the second half when Jamie delivered a pinpoint ball over the top to Sydney, who expertly chipped the ball over the advancing keeper and into the back of the net. The score was level at 1-1.

With the equalizer, Markethill pressed for a late winner. In the dying minutes, Daniel G unleashed a powerful shot from the edge of the box, only to see it crash off the post, inches away from giving Markethill the lead.

The final few minutes were tense and fiery, with both teams battling hard. Several more yellow cards were handed out as the game descended into a scrappy contest, with heated arguments between players. However, neither side could find a decisive goal, and the match ended in a 1-1 draw.

It was a thrilling encounter, with both teams leaving everything on the pitch in a match that could have gone either way.

Man of the Match: Jack G

 

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Match Report: Markethill Swifts U15 vs Fivemiletown U15

Venue: Kicluney 3G
Weather: Overcast
Final Score: Markethill Swifts U15 2-0 Fivemiletown U15

Markethill Swifts U15 claimed a solid 2-0 victory with a hard fought win over Fivemiletown U15 on an overcast day at Kicluney 3G.

Markethill started the game strongly, applying early pressure. In the 5th minute, Oscar delivered a moment of brilliance, lobbing the keeper from the edge of the 18-yard box to put the hosts 1-0 up.

After the goal, the game slowed down, with both sides creating chances but neither able to convert. The teams headed into halftime with Markethill holding a narrow 1-0 lead.

Fivemiletown came out in the second half with renewed energy, having the better of possession and keeping Markethill pinned in their own half. Despite the pressure, Markethill defended resolutely and refused to concede, whilst making several dangerous breaks into the opposition half.

In the 65th minute, a quick counter-attack saw Jamie break through and lay off a perfect pass to Sydney, who smashed the ball into the roof of the net to make it 2-0.

Markethill held firm for the remainder of the game, securing a well-earned victory with a strong and disciplined performance, earning them all three points.

Man of the Match: Lewis

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Match Report: Craigavon City U15 vs. Markethill Swifts U15
Venue: Kernan Playing Fields | Weather: Sunny Morning

The season opener at Kernan Playing Fields saw Craigavon City U15 secure a thrilling 3-2 victory over Markethill Swifts U15. Craigavon started the game on the front foot, taking control early. Their pressure paid off with a goal in the 10th minute to make it 1-0. Ten minutes later, they doubled their lead with a stunning long-range strike from their midfielder, a goal from far out that left the goalkeeper with no chance, making it 2-0.

Markethill Swifts began to find their rhythm, and a glimmer of hope arose as, Oscar took the ball out of the sky with an excellent touch and placed the ball to the right of the net, however in the build there was a handball so the goal was chalked off, denying Markethill a way back into the game. Five minutes before halftime, Craigavon struck again, scoring their third goal and heading into the break with a commanding 3-0 lead.

After the restart, Markethill came out with renewed determination. In the 50th minute, their efforts were rewarded when a Jamie Henning corner found Daniel G, who calmly slotted the ball home to make it 3-1. Minutes later, Tom thought he had further reduced the deficit, but his goal was ruled out for offside.

Markethill refused to give up, and in the 55th minute, Oscar set up Daniel C, who finished neatly into the bottom left corner, bringing the score to 3-2. The Swifts continued to press for an equalizer, and a cross from Daniel C to the back post nearly found Caie, but he couldn’t quite connect.

Despite their late surge, Markethill Swifts couldn’t find a third goal, and Craigavon City held on to claim a hard-fought 3-2 victory, starting their season with a valuable win.

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Welcome to the U15 Mid Ulster Football League Table, where you can track the performance of all the teams throughout the season. Here, you’ll find up-to-date standings, including points, wins, draws, losses, and goal differences for each club. The table is updated regularly to reflect the latest results, giving you a clear view of how your team is progressing in the league. Stay informed and follow the race to the top as the competition unfolds!