*Newmarket Celtic manager, Alan Gough. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill. A CHANCE to win a first league and cup double since 2020 is on the line for Newmarket Celtic when they cross swords with fierce rivals Avenue Utd this Saturday.
*Conor Henry and Kilkishen Celtic will be facing off against neighbours Bridge Utd. QUARTER-FINAL pairings have been made in the Ennis Carpets Clare Cup.
*Michael Rock has a word with Darragh Leahy. Photograph: Joe Buckley A CHRISTMAS break is upon us in the local soccer scene and the season to date is reviewed in the latest episode of The Water Break.
*Conor McDaid battles with Nnabuike Nneji. Photograph: Joe Buckley A FIRST EVER Premier Division medal was the reward for Conor McDaid after Newmarket Celtic overcame Avenue Utd to seal the honours on Saturday evening.
*Photograph: John Mangan BUSINESS OWNERS at one of the county’s main hubs of employment have voiced their frustration, claiming the common land of the Quin Road Business Park “was sold behind our backs to a complete stranger”.