The majority of Carniny Youth sides kicked off their respective campaigns last week, playing in the NIBFA Subway NI National, Lisburn Invitational and South Belfast Youth Leagues.

The Under 12 s got off to a flying start in the Lisburn league with a 6-2 win over Carryduff, whilst the Under 13s lost out to Greenisland in their first venture into 11 a side football.

The U14s wrapped up a busy week with a loss to early league leaders, Cliftonville and a win against Glentoran Academy and finally a pleasing win against local rivals Ballymena Utd YA in the National League at the Showgrounds.

The U11s were left disappointed when their opponents failed to show up for their scheduled match.

Many thought it would be an uphill struggle for Carniny to reform their 1999 ( Under 17s ) to compete in this seasons ‘ELITE’ National Youth League but a fine victory in their opening match against Cookstown Youth, proved the effort put in by the Club worthwhile. A large squad of new players from locally and beyond has been put together to allow the boys to compete in the popular Friday Night home and away NIBFA Subway National league games.

Staff of the newly formed team were also delighted to hear of the news of recently acquired sponsorship which will benefit the team during the season. It is also hoped that this under 17 side will take up the offer of a visit to the North East of England as guests of Premiership partners, Sunderland AFC/Foundation of Light similarly to last seasons under 17 side.

The club are still offering trials to prospective players who believe they are of the required standard to compete at this level and those interested should contact Davy McComb 07803596967 or Ian Morton 07721596775.

The club’s senior side Carniny Amateurs also had a win against Atletico Antrim in the BSML with a brace from Scott Buxton.

Carniny Now Enrolling for Coerver Football Development Centre

With the Sunderland Coaching now behind the club they are concentrating their efforts on the latest session of their Football Development Centre which now incorporates Coerver Coaching methods.

The club are delighted to become a partner club of Coerver Coaching Ulster by introducing the popular coaching method into their next Football Development Centre session commencing in September.
The new session will cater for children born in the years 2011, 2010, 2009 and 2008. The club particularly welcome applications for children born in 2011 and although there may be some spaces available for those born in, 2009 and 2008, but spaces maybe limited.
This is an excellent opportunity for local children who are starting out in football with Coerver Coaching Ulster Director, Austin Speight acting as lead coach at every session with Carniny Coaches also in attendance. The first session will take place over a ten week period (23rd Sept) and will take place at an indoor venue on Monday evenings with ‘games’ days on a Saturday.
If anyone wishes to enrol their child they should contact the club as soon as possible to secure a place. Please contact Linda Boyd on 07788548780. Alternatively contact via email davy.boyd.work@googlemail.com. There will be a information meeting with host Coach Austin Speight on Monday 7th Sept for all those enrolling for the sessions.

Fixtures W/E 12th September

12 Sept U11 v Warrenpoint Town LIYL
12 Sept U12 v Carryduff LIYL
12 Sept U13 v St Mary’s SBYL
12 Sept U14 v Linfield Away NL
12 Sept U15 v Enniskillen Rangers A NL
11 Sept U17 v Coleraine academy NL
12 Sept U16 v Glentoran NL
12 Sept U19 v Lurgan Celtic NIFL Youth League
12 Sept Carniny Amateurs v Loughgall Res Junior Cup

Coaching and Player Opportunities

As always Carniny are always on the look out for new players and coaches and backroom staff for the club. If any players or potential coaches out there are interested in becoming a part of the club’s set up they are most welcome to make contact. Players will be invited to open training sessions.
Coaches will be progressed through the Irish FA coaching ladder and the club are particularly interested in young enthusiastic coaches starting out on their coaching careers.
Contact Numbers are as listed below;
2011-2008 - Linda Boyd 07788548780
2007 – Scott Wharry 07743308465
2006 – David Wylie 07749643053
2005 - Niall Greer 07920095385
2004 - Davy Hanna 07791297755
2003 – Darren McGall 07812604932
2002 - Jason Hunter 07885899290
2001 - Davy Parker 07835020446
2000 - Davy Leetch 07732808858
1999 – Davy McComb 07803596967
97/98 - Ian Morton 07721596775
Seniors - Stephen Armstrong 07836689548
Coaching Staff opportunities - Billy O'Flaherty 07850669666
The club are particularly interested in Goalkeepers to add to their Under 13, Under 15, and Under 17 squads. Use the umbers above for contacts.
Website www.carninyyouthfc.co.uk, facebook Carniny Amateur and Youth FC. Follow us on twitter @CarninyYouthFC

Head of Youth Development Coach Post

Carniny Amateur and Youth FC are welcoming enquiries for an enthusiastic Head/Lead Coach for our Football Development Centre (U8s and below) who will develop our young players technical abilities through exciting and inspiring sessions. You will need to have a good skill level and be able to demonstrate age appropriate technical skills across our young age groups. In return we will support you with your own coaching development through mentoring and relevant coaching qualifications both IFA and Coerver, including possible visits to our partner club at the Sunderland AFC Foundation of Light. Interested parties should contact Billy O'Flaherty 07850669666.