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ST.ANDREW'S (BLUE) v. ST.MARY'S (SKY) IN THE DCSFA ROCK CUP FINAL
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Above : 1st half Below : 2nd half More further below
Thursday 24th June
St.Andrew's beat St.Mary's 1-0 in the DCSFA Rock Cup Final v. St.Mary's after extra time.
ROCK CUP FINAL CONTINUED
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Above : Extra time Below : Presentation
BALLUMBIE (BLUE / WHITE) v. FINTRY (PURPLE / BLACK) IN THE THOMSON CUP FINAL
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Wednesday 16th June
Forthill beat Barnhill 5-0 in the Burgess Cup Final.
Ballumbie beat Fintry 3-2 in the Thomson Cup Final.
Forthill beat Barnhill 5-0 in the Burgess Cup Final.
Ballumbie beat Fintry 3-2 in the Thomson Cup Final.
FORTHILL (BLUE) v. BARNHILL (GREEN / YELLOW) IN THE BURGESS CUP FINAL
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PRIMARY CUP FINALS 2021 - Reports covering all the games above
BURGESS CUP FINAL, Wed 16 June, Gussie Park - Forthill 5 Barnhill 0
Forthill beat Barnhill 5-0 in the Burgess Cup Final. In the first final of this season's short programme, adapted to the few weeks available following the lifting of covid restrictions, the two teams from the east were pleased to get a full game under their belts at Gussie Park. A late switch to the Gussie Park astroturf from the grass at Elliot Road was needed to be in line with the health guidance and to resolve other problems. Unfortunately the health safety measures meant that games had to be behind closed doors so family, friends and classmates had to miss out on supporting the players.
Conditions were good, a pleasant playing temperature, dry with sunny spells even though a bit of a rainbow appeared in the sky at the presentation, maybe just to signify that the pot of gold in the shape of the Burgess Cup was now in Forthill's possession.
Once Forthill scored the first goal, they took control and were 3-0 up at halftime. Forthill continued in the second half with another couple of goals while Barnhill finished the game strongly with some chances to get on the scoresheet. Forthill however defended well to hold on to the clean sheet. Despite conceding the five goals, the Barnhill keeper played a great game and produced some super saves to prevent Forthill from going further ahead.
THOMSON CUP FINAL, Wed 16 June, Gussie Park - Ballumbie 3 Fintry 2
The second game of the evening was the Thomson Cup Final between Ballumbie and Fintry. Fintry had played all their games in the original round while Ballumbie had been a game short due to covid problems elsewhere. Both teams had shown their willingness to attack on the way to the final.
This was almost the proverbial game of two halves, but a sclaff made all the difference. With both sides going for it, it was not a game to take your eyes off.
Ballumbie went ahead 1-0 in the 6th minute and continued to press, going 2 up just a minute later. The goal rush stopped there and Fintry recovered their composure to see the rest of the half out without conceding any more. Fintry also had the joy of seeing one of their squad turn up late in the first half after going missing to the wrong venue. So 2-0 to Ballumbie at halftime.
The second half was mainly Fintry so most of the action was going north. Fintry pulled one back early in the half and Ballumbie struggled to make any headway. Fintry then equalised at 2-2 and had a shot bounce off the top of the bar. What was to be the winner came out of nothing. The Fintry keeper was not under any serious pressure to kick the ball clear with his right foot but when it became a sclaff Ballumbie were right on it and the ball was in the net, 3-2. Ballumbie gained strength from this and were able to see the game out, also hitting the bar in the closing minutes. Fintry fought hard to get another equaliser but it was not to be, Ballumbie winning 3-2 on the night.
ROCK CUP FINAL, Thur 24 June, St.Andrew's PS - St.Andrew's 1 St.Mary's 0 aet
With the revised date for the remaining finals being disrupted by further covid issues, a late arrangement was made to get the DCSFA Rock Final arranged for Thursday morning on the enclosed pitch at St.Andrew's PS. The pitch was in good condition and the sun was shining, and a close end-to-end game ensued. Both sides give their all, with keepers and defences limiting serious goal opportunities.
Unusual for any Primary game when the regulation time was up it was still 0-0 and the game went into extra time of 5 minutes each way. After 50 scoreless minutes it only took 2 minutes of extra time for the deadlock to be broken with St.Andrew's breaching the St.Mary's defence to finish from a few yards out. The game continued from end to end without any further major chances and St.Andrew's held on to their lead to lift the cup presented by Mr.Marra.
It is hoped that the remaining Linton Cup Final between Ancrum Road and Tayview, which fell through on health grounds, could be organised after the holidays before the new season begins, despite the understandable difficulties which might appear.
ANCRUM ROAD (BLUE) v. CAMPERDOWN (BLACK / RED STRIPES) IN THE LINTON CUP GROUP
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Above : 1st half 1st part Below : 1st half 2nd part / 2nd half 1st part Further below : 2nd half 2nd part
Friday 11th June
Ancrum Road beat Camperdown 9-5 in the Linton Cup group. In the final game of the group both teams served up some very entertaining football at Lochee Park. Camperdown took the lead in the first minute but Ancrum Road were soon 2-1 ahead before Camperdown struck a superb equaliser for 2-2. The game settled down and Ancrum Road scored several without reply to lead 8-2 at the break. Camperdown came back well in the second half and scored some good goals to make the final score 9-5 in favour of Ancrum Road.
Ballumbie beat Longhaugh 6-1 in the Thomson Cup group.
Thursday 10th June
St.Andrew's beat St.Pius 6-1 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section B), played earlier.
Longhaugh beat Downfield 7-6 in the Thomson Cup group, played earlier.
Perth HS beat St.John's 7-6 in the SSFA U15 Girls Shield Semifinal from last season. In a game behind closed doors at Lochee Harp it was Perth HS who opened the scoring, then St.John's equalised before Perth HS regained the lead from a 25-yard free kick which looped over the keeper for 2-1 to PHS at the break. In the second half Perth HS increased the lead and it looked like their 4th goal might finish off the game. St.John's fought back well including a great solo goal to go 6-4 up with time running out. Perth HS then gave themselves hope with the next goal and soon levelled at 6-6 to at least set up the possibility of penalties. But into timed added on a PHS run down the left led to a low cross finished at the far post for the very late winner. So Perth HS won in a dramatic finish, surrendering a well-earned advantage late in the second half but recovering with three goals right at the end to reach the final next Friday against Lasswade HS who came back from one down to beat Kilmarnock Ac. 2-1 at Renfrew yesterday.
Below : PERTH HS (YELLOW / BLUE) v. ST.JOHN'S (ORANGE / BLACK) IN THE U15 GIRLS SHIELD SEMIFINAL
Ancrum Road beat Camperdown 9-5 in the Linton Cup group. In the final game of the group both teams served up some very entertaining football at Lochee Park. Camperdown took the lead in the first minute but Ancrum Road were soon 2-1 ahead before Camperdown struck a superb equaliser for 2-2. The game settled down and Ancrum Road scored several without reply to lead 8-2 at the break. Camperdown came back well in the second half and scored some good goals to make the final score 9-5 in favour of Ancrum Road.
Ballumbie beat Longhaugh 6-1 in the Thomson Cup group.
Thursday 10th June
St.Andrew's beat St.Pius 6-1 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section B), played earlier.
Longhaugh beat Downfield 7-6 in the Thomson Cup group, played earlier.
Perth HS beat St.John's 7-6 in the SSFA U15 Girls Shield Semifinal from last season. In a game behind closed doors at Lochee Harp it was Perth HS who opened the scoring, then St.John's equalised before Perth HS regained the lead from a 25-yard free kick which looped over the keeper for 2-1 to PHS at the break. In the second half Perth HS increased the lead and it looked like their 4th goal might finish off the game. St.John's fought back well including a great solo goal to go 6-4 up with time running out. Perth HS then gave themselves hope with the next goal and soon levelled at 6-6 to at least set up the possibility of penalties. But into timed added on a PHS run down the left led to a low cross finished at the far post for the very late winner. So Perth HS won in a dramatic finish, surrendering a well-earned advantage late in the second half but recovering with three goals right at the end to reach the final next Friday against Lasswade HS who came back from one down to beat Kilmarnock Ac. 2-1 at Renfrew yesterday.
Below : PERTH HS (YELLOW / BLUE) v. ST.JOHN'S (ORANGE / BLACK) IN THE U15 GIRLS SHIELD SEMIFINAL
Tuesday 8th June
Tayview beat Craigowl 3-1 in the Linton Cup group.
CAMPERDOWN (BLACK / RED STRIPES) v. TAYVIEW (PURPLE / GREY) IN THE LINTON CUP GROUP
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Monday 7th June
Tayview beat Camperdown 8-3 in the Linton Cup group.
St.Andrew's and St.Francis drew 5-5 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section B).
ANCRUM ROAD (BLUE) v. TAYVIEW (PURPLE / GREY) IN THE LINTON CUP GROUP
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Above : 1st half 1st part Below : 1st half 2nd part / 2nd half 1st part Further below : 2nd half 2nd part
Friday 4th June
Ancrum Road beat Tayview 8-6 in the Linton Cup group in the 10.00 kick-off. In their second game within 24 hours Ancrum Road raced into an early 2-0 lead and by the interval were 5-1 up. Tayview fought back well after halftime and reduced the margin to two goals, 7-5 then 8-6 by the end of a highly entertaining game, played in bright morning sunshine.
Thursday 3rd June
Ancrum Road beat Craigowl 7-2 in the Linton Cup group.
St.Joseph's and St.Mary's drew 3-3 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section A).
St.Francis beat St.Pius 6-3 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section B).
Fintry beat Longhaugh 5-1 in the Thomson Cup group.
Ancrum Road beat Tayview 8-6 in the Linton Cup group in the 10.00 kick-off. In their second game within 24 hours Ancrum Road raced into an early 2-0 lead and by the interval were 5-1 up. Tayview fought back well after halftime and reduced the margin to two goals, 7-5 then 8-6 by the end of a highly entertaining game, played in bright morning sunshine.
Thursday 3rd June
Ancrum Road beat Craigowl 7-2 in the Linton Cup group.
St.Joseph's and St.Mary's drew 3-3 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section A).
St.Francis beat St.Pius 6-3 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section B).
Fintry beat Longhaugh 5-1 in the Thomson Cup group.
ANCRUM ROAD (BLUE) v. CRAIGOWL (YELLOW / GREEN) IN THE LINTON CUP GROUP
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Above : 1st half in 2 parts Below : 2nd half in 2 parts
Wednesday 2nd June
In the Burgess Cup group Forthill beat Barnhill 3-1, Forthill beat Eastern 2-0, Barnhill beat Eastern 1-0.
Craigowl beat Camperdown 6-5 in the Linton Cup group.
St.Francis beat Our Lady's 5-0 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section B).
Ballumbie v. Downfield in the Thomson Cup group was off.
St.Maurice's HS (Cumbernauld) beat St.John's 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the SSFA U15 Shield Semifinal from last season. In a game behind closed doors at Airdrie it was St.John's who scored first midway through the first half but St.Maurice's were soon level. St.Maurice's played the last half hour with 10 players once a defender received a second yellow card for a poor challenge. With no further scoring it went to penalties - St.John's had the first penalty saved, then the remaining 9 kicks were all scored, so St.Maurice's go on to play Preston Lodge HS in the final.
Tuesday 1st June
George Heriot's School (Edinburgh) beat St.John's 4-0 in the SSFA Senior Girls Shield Semifinal from last season. St.John's trailed 2-0 at the break at Spartans where there were no fans and had two good chances early in the 2nd half to start a fightback but could not find the target. George Heriot's then added two more the sew up a place in the final against St.Ninian's HS (Giffnock).
Above : ST.JOSEPH'S (NAVY) v. ST.NINIAN'S (GREEN / BLACK STRIPES) IN THE DCSFA ROCK CUP SECTION A (1st half / end of 2nd half)
Below : SS PETER & PAUL (YELLOW / BLACK) v. ST.MARY'S (SKY) IN THE DCSFA ROCK CUP SECTION A (2nd half)
Below : SS PETER & PAUL (YELLOW / BLACK) v. ST.MARY'S (SKY) IN THE DCSFA ROCK CUP SECTION A (2nd half)
Thursday 27th May
St.Mary's beat SS Peter & Paul 6-1 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section A) while in the same group at the top of Lochee Park St.Joseph's and St.Ninian's served up a 2-2 draw. St.Joseph's skied a penalty in an exciting but goalless first-half. However they went 2 up in the second half before St.Ninian's fought back and grabbed the equaliser with a few minutes left.
Wednesday 26th May
St.Joseph's beat St.Clement's 9-4 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section A).
Ballumbie beat Fintry 5-2 in the Thomson Cup group. Fintry broke down the right to open the scoring in 5 minutes but Ballumbie levelled soon after. Ballumbie went into a 2-1 lead with a superb strike from the left touchline over everybody to bounce into the net. Early in the second half Fintry equalised at 2-2, but their joy was short-lived as Ballumbie scored within 40 seconds to go 3-2 in front. Two more goals including a penalty for Ballumbie ensured the win, and they could have had more but for twice hitting the frame of the goal and some good work by the Fintry keeper.
St.Mary's beat SS Peter & Paul 6-1 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section A) while in the same group at the top of Lochee Park St.Joseph's and St.Ninian's served up a 2-2 draw. St.Joseph's skied a penalty in an exciting but goalless first-half. However they went 2 up in the second half before St.Ninian's fought back and grabbed the equaliser with a few minutes left.
Wednesday 26th May
St.Joseph's beat St.Clement's 9-4 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section A).
Ballumbie beat Fintry 5-2 in the Thomson Cup group. Fintry broke down the right to open the scoring in 5 minutes but Ballumbie levelled soon after. Ballumbie went into a 2-1 lead with a superb strike from the left touchline over everybody to bounce into the net. Early in the second half Fintry equalised at 2-2, but their joy was short-lived as Ballumbie scored within 40 seconds to go 3-2 in front. Two more goals including a penalty for Ballumbie ensured the win, and they could have had more but for twice hitting the frame of the goal and some good work by the Fintry keeper.
BALLUMBIE (BLUE / WHITE) v. FINTRY (PURPLE / BLACK) IN THE THOMSON CUP GROUP
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Below : Rest of 2nd half
Above : 1st half and start of 2nd half
Below : Rest of 2nd half
Tuesday 18th May
St.Mary's beat St.Ninian's 5-1 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section A). St.Ninian's scored first not long before the break but St.Mary's went 2-1 up shortly after halftime. St.Mary's continued to dominate the second half and added 3 more goals while they defended well to block any chance of a late fightback.
Fintry beat Downfield 5-0 in the Thomson Cup group.
St.Mary's beat St.Ninian's 5-1 in the DCSFA Rock Cup (Section A). St.Ninian's scored first not long before the break but St.Mary's went 2-1 up shortly after halftime. St.Mary's continued to dominate the second half and added 3 more goals while they defended well to block any chance of a late fightback.
Fintry beat Downfield 5-0 in the Thomson Cup group.
Above : ST.MARY'S (SKY) v. ST.NINIAN'S (GREEN / BLACK STRIPES) IN THE DCSFA ROCK CUP SECTION A
Thursday 13th May
St.Ninian's beat SS Peter & Paul 5-0 in the DCSFA Rock Cup Section A to kick off a shortened season following the restrictions of the pandemic.
Thursday 13th May
St.Ninian's beat SS Peter & Paul 5-0 in the DCSFA Rock Cup Section A to kick off a shortened season following the restrictions of the pandemic.
Above : SS PETER & PAUL (YELLOW / BLACK) v. ST.NINIAN'S (GREEN / BLACK STRIPES) IN THE DCSFA ROCK CUP SECTION A