U14 Girls T1
Coach: Jason Mitchell
Team Manager: Joanne Crowley
League: Kerry Airport U14 Girls Pool A & Kerry Airport U14 Girls Div 1
Cup: Kerry Airport U14 Girls Cup
09/03/23 League
Lee Strand Magic 30-42 St. Mary's
02/03/23 League
Lee Strand Magic 56-27 TK Cougars
It was a highly anticipated match in the Lee Strand Magic Under 14 Division 1 Girls basketball league as the Lee Strand Magic took on the Team Kerry Cougars.
The first quarter of the game was an intense battle as both teams went back and forth, with neither team able to take a decisive lead.
The score was tied at 13 points each as the first quarter came to a close.
However, the Cougars suffered a major setback in the second quarter as they lost a key player to injury, which affected their momentum and rhythm.
The Magic took advantage of the situation and settled into their stride, outscoring the Cougars in the next three quarters.
The Magic displayed a strong team effort on both defence and offence.
The top scorer for Magic was Eimear Dillane, who had an outstanding performance and scored 10 points.
She was closely followed by her teammates who also made significant contributions to the scoreline.
In the end, it was a well-deserved victory for the Lee Strand Magic as they emerged victorious with a final score of 56-27.
The Cougars fought hard throughout the game, but the Magic's team effort and strong performance proved to be too much.
11/02/23 League
St. Mary's Red 33-50 Lee Strand Magic
U14 team1 girls travelled to Castleisland for a pivotal game for both teams.
It was a stop start game with over 60 fouls called.
At the end of the first quarter we led 13-5 thanks to scores by Sophie Mitchell and Eimear Dillane.
In the second quarter Castleisland fought back but Ashlyn Falvey and Anna Slattery kept us in the lead 21-13.
The third quarter was our strongest and our ability to score free throws stood to us.
38-28
Sophie Mitchell dominated scoring 19 points and Taylor Kate Leen shut down their top scorer in the final quarter with an impressive defensive display.
A great team effort all round and fantastic to come away with the win.
Final score Lee Strand Magic 50-33 St. Mary’s
29/01/23 League
Cahersiveen 34-54 Lee Strand Magic
The game started with Tralee Magic taking an early lead, with a score of 33-13 at halftime.
However, Caherciveen made a comeback in the third quarter, putting pressure on Tralee Magic.
Despite Caherciveen's efforts, Tralee Magic held on to win the game with a final score of 54-34.
The girls were looking sharp in their new jerseys, kindly sponsored by Sandy Feet Farm.
The game was a great team performance for Tralee Magic, with all 8 players getting on the score sheet.
Top performers for Tralee Magic were Eimear Dillane with 14 points and Sophie Mitchell with 11 points.
The game was a hard-fought battle, showcasing the talent and competitiveness of both teams.
Scorers:
Eimear Dillane 14
Sophie Mitchell 11
Anna Slattery 6
Abbey Crowley 6
Lily Mae Bowler 6
Ashlyn Falvey 4
Sabhd Dowling 5
Sarah Chute 2
11/01/23 League
Lee Strand Magic 50-29 St. Joseph’s
U14 Girls T1 played St. Joseph’s in Mounthawk tonight.
We we’re delighted to have Sophie Mitchell back after a serious injury.
We started very strongly in the first quarter finishing up 18-1.
Duagh fought back well but the Magic girls scored consistently to keep their lead throughout.
Final score 50-29
Top scorer: Eimear Dillane 12pts
Tralee Magic u14 girls pictured with Abby’s Aunt and former Tralee Imperials National League winner Aisling Counihan.
The girls were in Killarney to watch top tier ladies basketball with St. Paul’s taking on Portlaoise Panthers.
Well done to St. Paul’s on a great win and thanks for looking after our girls.
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21/12/22 League
Lee Strand Magic 50-28 St. Paul's
07/12/22 League
Kenmare Kestrels 24-42 Lee Strand Magic
U14 T1 had a win in the first league game vs Kenmare Kestrels.
The girls started with a strong first quarter and kept the pressure on throughout despite a number of surges by a valiant Kenmare side.
Top scorer: Eimear Dillane 12pts and Sadhbh Dowling 10pts
30/10/22 Pool
St. Mary's Black 3-38 Lee Strand Magic
U14 Girls T1 won their last pool game against a spirited Castleisland side.
Magic were slow to get into the game but by the third quarter got in to their stride.
A strong fourth quarter ensured a comprehensive win 38-3.
Top scorers: Eimear Dillane and Anna Slattery
23/10/22 Pool
Lee Strand Magic 31-28 Kenmare Kestrels
A depleted U14 team 1 had a closely contested and very entertaining game with Kenmare Kestrels today.
Going in leading 6-4 at the end of the first, Kenmare had two very strong quarters and we were down by 6 going in to the last.
The girls dug deep and showed their experience in the las quarter with excellent defence and some impressive scores.
Top scorer: Anna Slattery 15pts
Thanks to Roisin and Sara who helped us out today and boosted out numbers and played valuable roles in the win.
15/10/22 Pool
Lee Strand Magic 64-12 St. Joseph's B
U14s team 1 had a strong win against a gutsy St. Joseph's.
The girls led throughout and gave an impressive display.
Top scorers: Sadhbh Dowling and Lily Mae Bowler
08/10/22 Pool
Rathmore Ravens 14-74 Lee Strand Magic
Lee Strand Magic U14 Girls T1 started their pool campaign in Rathmore with a strong win.
The girls lead throughout despite valiant efforts from Rathmore.
The full panel got on the scoresheet with top scorer Sarah Chute (20), followed by Sadhbh Dowling (16).
The recent blitzes have proved hugely beneficial to the girls and their cohesiveness as the team improves with every game.
17/09/22
U14 Girls Invitational Tournament
Lee Strand Magic hosted a tournament, raising funds for Breast Cancer Ireland.
There was a fantastic atmosphere in the Kerry Sports Academy as eighth teams from Kerry took to the court - Lee Strand Magic, St. Brendan’s, St. Mary’s, Killarney Cougars, Glanmire, Ballincollig, Limerick Celtics and Moycullen.
As well as the basketball, there was a very busy shop, with baking and lemonade stand.
Our U14 Girls had two wins from three in the group stages and were runners up in the Shield final.
The overall cup winners were Limerick Celtics.
Thank you to the referees who gave their time, our friends at St. Brendan’s for lending us the extra equipment and to all the tournament sponsors including Sandy Feet Farm and Kingdom Constructions Group. It was a wonderful day which lifted everyone’s spirits.
04/09/22
Limerick Celtics Pre Season Tournament
Lee Strand Magic U14 Girls T1 started the season playing at Limerick Celtics preseason blitz.
After a defeat in game one against a formidable Celtics team, the girls dug deep and regrouped to secure two wins against the stiff opposition of Templeogue and Firhouse.
A great start for the season.
Thanks to Limerick Celtics for hosting and the parents for travelling to support.
We look forward to host our own blitz in the coming weeks.
