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IFA Championship 1
v Banbridge Town (a)
Sat, 13 March, 2010
Kick Off: 15:00 |
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| Player | Goals |
| Bloomer | 13 |
| Craig | 13 |
| McNamee | 10 |
| Murray | 5 |
| O'Hare | 5 |
| Bowers | 4 |
| McDowell | 2 |
| Holland | 2 |
| Hand | 2 |
| Philson | 1 |
| Irwin | 1 |
| Taggart | 1 |
| Glenholmes | 1 |
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| Carrick turn on Samba style against lowly Armagh | 06 Mar 10 |
Two second half goals from Mark Craig and Barry Bloomer ensured Carrick returned to winning ways after last week's disappointing resullt in the Wkd cup.
Before the game Stevie Small called for passion and supreme effort from fans and players alike, to resume Carrick's push up the league table and in the end this was ultimately delivered however Carrick will have had easier games this season.
Carrick were unable to break down a stringent Armagh side in the first half with both Darren Mcnamee and Ryan Deans spurning good chances when one on one with the Armagh keeper, who pulled off two fine saves.
Armagh now of course with the services of a number of oversea's players had limited opportunities throughout the game, yet they did test Carrick keeper Ben Moane on a couple of occasions after the pace of Armagh forward Ronnie Viera breached the Carrick defence, however delivery was poor to the relief of Stevie Small and his team.
With the knowledge several of Carrick's league rivals were facing each other in the league, Stevie Small knew his team could take advantage and eventually they did, on 76 minutes, Mark Craig made up for his earlier miss with an impressive scissor kick flying into the top corner of the Armagh net.
Although the points were not yet in the bag for Small's men as the newly appointed Armagh Diego made a number of changes which applied significant pressure onto the Carrick defence to the dismay of Stevie Small who recognised how deep his team were playing.
Although his concerns were relieved when Barry Bloomer cooly slotted his 13th goal of the season to ensure Carrick proved eventual winners over what is now a much improved Armagh side.
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| Defensive Lapses Cost Carrick In Cup | 27 Feb 10 |
Carrick Rangers have been knocked out of the Wkd Intermediate Cup after two defensive errors halted the Gers progress at the quarter final stage.
In the opening stages Carrick looked to be on top and showed no signs of fear against a Limavady side who had memorably defeated Carrick 5-1 only a matter of weeks ago at the Limavady showground’s.
Carrick manager Stevie Small must have been left in amazement at why his side went into the break on level terms with Oran Kearney’s table topping team with the hosts missing a number of good chances. Most notably from on loan defender Chris Murray and another from midfielder Ben Browne who was given a rare start in midfield alongside Barry Bloomer who was deputising for Darren McNamee due to the midfielder’s suspension.
This new formation of 4-5-1 appeared to be working as the Limavady midfield were prevented from getting any substantial time or space on the ball yet Carrick proved unable to take their chances.
It proved to be a game of two halves and in the second half Limavady appeared more resolute and determined looking to take advantage of Carrick’s earlier shortcomings.
The Taylor’s Avenue faithful thought their team had gone ahead after a sweeping cross from substitute Glenn Hand narrowly missed the diving header of Barry Bloomer, it proved to be costly for Carrick as on 74 minutes, a hopeful free kick into the box from around 40 yards beat everyone including the Carrick goalkeeper who could not react until the last moment, it proved to be a shock for all in the ground but most notably goal-scorer Gareth McConachie who could hardly believe his own good fortune.
Carrick still pushed but their efforts were to be in vain as a long punt from the Limavady keeper looped over the head of Carrick defender Aaron Holland, who had a very good game up to this point, before being knocked in by Limavady striker Shane Jennings on 84 minutes to all but secure Limavady’s progress to the next round.
Holland atoned his earlier error by knocking in a late header but it proved to be too little to late for Stevie Small’s men.
by Adam Simpson
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| WKD Intermediate Cup match rearranged | 20 Feb 10 |
| The WKD Intermediate Cup match versus Limavady United postponed last Saturday will now take place this Saturday (27th February), weather permitting, kick off 1:30pm.
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| Last minute header denies Carrick away win | 13 Feb 10 |
Only a Dean Youle header prevented Carrick from a third straight win in as many weeks.
Carrick took the lead with a fine strike from Darren McNamee to continue his fine goal scoring run of late.
Carrick missed the chance to double their lead on 39 minutes as Mark Craig belted over when one on one with Bangor keeper Gareth Maguire.
A change was forced upon Carrick at half time with Glenn Taggart having to be replaced by Paul Prenter due to an injury and Bangor appeared to be more resolute in the second half ultimately getting themselves back on terms with a fine goal from the edge of the box by Andy Macintyre, evading the dive of Carrick keeper Ben Moane.
The game remained tight for the final thirty minutes as Bangor appeared to take great encouragement from their equalizer, most notably experienced striker Andy Morrow who was a constant threat on the day.
However it was Carrick who thought they had grabbed all three points with an 85th minute goal from Carrick substitute Glen Hand who capitalised after a Barry Bloomer header was saved by Bangor keeper Andy Macintyre before falling to the feet of young Carrick winger Hand who gratefully blasted the ball into the bottom corner.
Yet it was Youle who was left to save the day for Bangor as he powerfully headed a last minute Bangor corner into the back of the net to ensure both sides got a share of the spoils.
By Adam Simpson
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| Carrick Rangers 3 Larne 2 | 06 Feb 10 |
A 78th minute goal from Darren McNamee ensured Carrick's second victory over Larne in the space of a week.
Carrick opened the scoring with a first half penalty scored by Darren McNamee after he was hauled down by Larne kepper Ryan Brown, McNamee cooly slotted the ball in the bottom corner. However Carrick's joy was short lived as Adam Dick capitalised on some poor Carrick defending, swinging the ball into the back of the net from a 25 yard free kick, catching almost everyone in the ground by surprise, especially Carrick's young keeper Ben Moane.
However on 44 minutes Carrick's one goal lead was restored with a sublime 12 yard header from Carrick forward Barry Bloomer scoring his 12th goal of the season.
The match remained competitive throughout and both teams battled hard in the second half ultimately resulting in Larne midfielder Rafferty poking the ball a matter of inches past the goal line to the ensure the score was settled once again.
Mark Craig thought that he had restored the lead for Carrick with a powerful header that looked destined for the bottom corner, that was until a fine save from Larne keeper Ryan Brown kept the game level to the disbelief of Craig and Carrick manager Stevie Small.
Although not to be out done, Darren McNamee ensured that he would claim all the plaudits with a fine drive past Ryan Brown to the delight of the Taylors Avenue faithful.
The game remained on a knife edge for the final few minutes of the game but it was Carrick who produced the goods on the day to guarantee a key win over their local rivals.
Match Report by Adam Simpson
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| WKD Intermediate Cup Quarter Final Draw | 02 Feb 10 |
 Carrick Rangers have been drawn against Limavady United at home in the quarter finals of the WKD Intermediate Cup. The match will be played at Taylors Avenue on Saturday 20 February. |
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| Larne 1 Carrick Rangers 2 | 01 Feb 10 |
Carrick Rangers put the disappointing result last Tuesday at Limavady behind them with a win against local rivals Larne in the WKD Intermediate Cup. Mark Craig opened the scoring for Carrick following good work from Glen Hand. Carrick doubled their lead midway through the second half when an excellent free kick from Ryan Murray rebounded off the bar for Barry Bloomer to calmly head home. Larne pulled a goal back to set up a tense finish but Carrick held on to set up a place in the next round. Please note that this Saturday's league match with Larne will kick off at 2pm. |
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| Firstly, apologies for the incorrect kick off time printed on the website for today's match v Warrenpoint. Carrick will play Limavady United this Tuesday in a rearranged IFA Championship match away, kick off 8pm. Next Saturday's WKD Intermediate Cup match versus Larne at Inver Park will kick off at 3pm, |
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| Carrick Rangers 3 Warrenpoint Town 2 | 23 Jan 10 |
Carrick progressed to the fourth round of the WKD Intermediate Cup today despite going two goals down against Warrenpoint Town. In a dull first half Warrenpoint had the best chance of the game to open the scoring. The visitors opened the scoring from the penalty spot early in the second half before going 2-0 up midway through the half. Carrick pulled a goal back minutes later when a Barry Bloomer volley hit the back of the net. Carrick were soon level, once again Barry Bloomer was on target. Ryan Murray scored the winner for the home side to set up an East Antrim derby against Larne next week at Inver Park.
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| Irish Cup match v Portadown (kick off) | 13 Jan 10 |
 Due to the current situation regarding the floodlights this Saturday's JJB Irish Cup tie against Portadown at Taylors Avenue will now kick off at 2:00pm |
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