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Shane gets Sligo geared up for World Rally

The visit of journalists from Belgium, Norway, France, Germany and Britain underlines the massive international interest in the spectacular event which is expected to attract over 200,000 visitors to the North West and generate nearly 50 million for the local economy. Westlife's Shane, who also spearheaded the official launch of Rally Ireland last year, delayed a family break to welcome the media delegation to Sligo on Saturday. "Shane has played a key role in promoting the event and we're very grateful for all the effort he has made to give the rally added profile. He event postponed his departure for a family break last week-end so that he could welcome the international media delegation", explained Clr. Deirdre Healy McGowan, Chairperson of Sligo Rally Ireland Festival Committee. During a three-day visit to the region, international journalists toured the North West and were given a helicopter trip over the various stage routes. They also joined rally driver, Shaun Gallagher, in his World Rally Championship Subaru around a specially set up stage in Leitrim. Martin Bromley, General Manager of Failte Ireland North West, said the visit of the journalists showed the true international nature of the World Rally Championship and Rally Ireland. She pointed out that from a tourism point of view, Rally Ireland provided the North West with a great opportunity to showcase the very best of the region and secure significant international exposure. Commenting on the media tour, John Naylor, Event Organiser, Rally Ireland, said he was delighted that so many international journalists had seen at first hand the attractiveness of the North West and the various stage routes which would make Rally Ireland such a competitive and spectacular event. Chairman of Failte Ireland North West, Pachal Mooney, said the North West's infrastructure was perfect for hosting an event of this kind and said the Rally would provide a timely boost for tourism providers in the region. Rally Ireland, the first stage of the 2009 World Rally Championship, takes place throughout the North West from January 29th to February 1st. The spectacular Service Park will be located at Sligo IT with the Rally Headquarters at the Clarion Hotel. The last Rally Ireland event in November 2007 attracted 250,000 spectators, generated 48 million in economic benefit to the region and was viewed in over 180 countries by over 62 million people. Meanwhile, the launch of the ceremonial start of Rally Ireland was held in Enniskillen last Thursday. The County Fermanagh town will have the honour of starting the rally on the evening of January 29th. Over 10,000 spectators are expected in Enniskillen for the event.

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my first post :)

hi ya :)

thanks a million for my best buddy aRi fiLan for making this lovely blog for us..

well, this is my first post in this blog, and i hope i can post something cool daily here..

why we made this blog? well the only one reason is cause we both love WESTLIFE so much! espesially Shane Filan and Nicky Byrne , cause as we know that aRi is Shane's wife, and i'm Nicky's wife..lol.. so we dedicate this blog for our lovely SHNICKY.

aRi and me really want to share anything in this blog, and we want you all to do the same, you can give us comments or anything about SHNICKY..

enjoy this blog guys..

i love SHNICKY

Le gRa gO deO,,

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Okkyy... senang deh akhirnya kita jadi punya blog juga... :D
Ga sabar pengen curhat2 d blog ini, hehehe...
Ok let us to keep posting and share what we feel to ShNicky...

Enjoy...

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aRi

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SHANE FILAN PLAYING FOOTBALL (January 01.2009)

Athlone IT’s lack of scoring power proved costly as they exited the O’Byrne Shield with this defeat to UCD in miserably wet conditions at the AIT grounds last Sunday.

Edward Burns’ side enjoyed plenty of possession in this wind and rain swept encounter, but they could just could find the finishing touch to complement their often fine approach work. AIT only managed to score two points from open play, and one of those was scored by half-back Shane Filan.

In mitigation, the home side were without some key players who could have made a difference in attack. Cavan’s Ray Galligan was ruled out after picking up an injury in the previous Sunday’s game against Longford, while Ballinagore’s James Durkan remained absent due to injury. In addition, Maryland’s James Reynolds, who lined out at wing-back against Longford, was unable to play due to illness. AIT’s hopes of victory were dealt a further blow 14 minutes into the second half, when their leading forward Brian Smyth (Westmeath) was forced off through injury.

On the other hand, UCD could call on the scoring skills of Barry O’Rorke (who scored three points from play), Mark Ronaldson and Wexford star Ciaran Lyng. The Dublin side led by 0-6 to 0-5 at half-time and it continued to be a close affair in the second half, before Ronaldson eventually wrapped up victory for his side with two late points.

Despite this defeat, there were some positives for AIT. The defence did quite well and the work-rate throughout the team could not be faulted. Tang’s Ciaran Duncan had some good moments at corner-back, while the half-back line - which was impressively anchored by Athlone GAA clubman Gary Quinn, with David Reilly and Shane Filan on the wings - proved a good unit. Midfielders David Reynolds and Ger Dennigan had periods of prominence though neither managed to fully impose themselves on proceedings. AIT moved listed full-forward John Stapleton to midfield for long spells and although this helped them to garner more possession, it left them short of a targetman in attack.

The AIT forward line lacked penetration and composure in front of goal, although there was no lack of effort from the likes of Sean Lowry, Brian Smyth (until injury ended his involvement) , Trevor Phelan (Doon) and Niall Judge.

If the Athlone side can get some key players back and work on their finishing, they have every chance of a victory in their forthcoming Sigerson Cup clash against IT Tralee.

The UCD line-up included Castledaly’s Tommy Warburton at wing-back, and the Westmeath U21 panellist had a fine game - particularly in the first half, during which he got forward to score a splendid point.

The handful of hardy spectators in attendance were totally exposed to the elements and rain fell almost throughout the contest. A tricky crossfield wind made scoring difficult at both ends and it was hard to know if it favoured either team at any stage.

AIT centre-forward Brian Smyth and UCD’s Mark Ronaldson swapped points from frees inside the opening six minutes, before former Dublin minor star Barry O’Rorke put the visitors in front with a good point following a patient build-up (10th minute). UCD’s Colm Murphy was the dominant figure at midfield in the early stages, as he showed his fielding ability.

The home side drew level courtesy of another free from Smyth. The umpires disagreed over whether it was a point but referee John Bannon awarded the score. In the 21st minute, AIT corner-forward Niall Judge hit a terrific point from a free (off the outside of his right foot) close to the right touchline.

AIT keeper Donal Moore (Roscommon) denied UCD a goal in the 25th minute, with a point-blank save from Mark Ronaldson. Three minutes later, Tommy Warburton levelled matters after O’Rorke and Murphy were involved in the move. The diminutive but lively Niall Judge then did well to earn a free-in which he pointed himself to put AIT back in front.

However, the Dublin side then reeled off three points on the trot to claim a two-point lead. First, Jamie Owens hit the target, and then Mark Ronaldson set up Colm Murphy for an excellent point. Moments later, Barry O’Rorke seized on a loose ball and surged forward unchallenged before pointing off his left foot.

In the 35th minute, Brian Smyth gave AIT a lift, scoring a fine point from distance to leave UCD leading by a single point at half-time (0-6 to 0-5).

Shortly after the restart, Ciaran Lyng pointed a free to increase UCD’s lead and the No 13 on the other side, Alan Douglas, then squandered two good scoring chances. First, he palmed the ball into the grateful arms of UCD ‘keeper Ronan Colgan - had Douglas opted to catch the ball, he certainly would have had a better chance of scoring. Moments later, Douglas fired wide from close range and AIT’s difficulties in front of goal continued throughout the second half. At the other end, O’Rorke popped over a point after being set up by full-back Cian O’Sullivan.

In terms of the experimental yellow card rule, John Bannon was quite lenient, sensibly allowing for the conditions and opting to issue black cards rather than yellow on several occasions. The first player to be shown a yellow card was UCD defender Paul Kelly, about ten minutes into the second half.

AIT’s first score of the second period came from (Niall Judge), who was now struggling to make an impact from open play. Ciaran Lyng, an All-Star nominee in 2008, replied with a point for UCD. Shane Filan lifted the home side with a fine point, after a well-worked move. Crucially, however, the Dublin students were able to respond any time their lead looked threatened and Tiernan Diamond restored their three-point cushion.

Judge reduced the gap to two points with another pointed free, but Mark Ronaldson sealed victory for UCD with two late points.

SCORERS – UCD: B O’Rorke 0-3; M Ronaldson 0-3 (1f); C Lyng 0-2 (1f); T Warburton, C Murphy, J Owens, T Diamond 0-1 each.

Athlone IT: N Judge 0-4 (4f), B Smyth 0-3 (2f), S Filan 0-1.

UCD: Ronan Colgan; Peter Kelly, Cian O’Sullivan, Danny Curran; Paul Kelly, Cormac Brady, Tommy Warburton; Mark Loftus, Colm Murphy; John Fitzpatrick, Tiernan Diamond, Barry O’Rorke; Ciaran Lyng, Jamie Owens, Mark Ronaldson. Subs: Mick Gurn for Paul Kelly (yellow card, 46 mins); Declan Trainor for Owens (46); Finian Canavan for Brady (yellow card, 60).

ATHLONE IT: Donal Moore; Ciaran Duncan, Fintan Reilly, Sean Rattigan; David Reilly, Gary Quinn, Shane Filan; David Reynolds, Gerard Dennigan; Sean Lowry, Brian Smyth, Trevor Phelan; Alan Douglas, John Stapleton, Niall Judge. Subs: Liam Fox for Smyth (inj., 49 mins); Dean Leahy for Rattigan (yellow card, 70).

REFEREE: John Bannon (Longford).

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WELCOME...

( Preface )

Huff...Thanks God, finally we have time to made this blog special only about ShNicky (Shane Filan and Nicky Byrne) and about ArKy (Ari Filan and Okky Byrne). Actually this blog just for fun and maybe just for sharing when ArKy missing ShNicky so much. But don't worry, of course ArKy will update info about ShNicky in this blog. Because of ArKy loveeeeeeee ShNicky so much, please don't be boring if ArKy only talking about SHANE STEVEN FILAN and NICHOLAS ADAM BYRNE, Westlife's member whos stole Arky heart, hehhehehe....

For all the reader, you could leave comment to this blog.. ArKy wish Westlife, especially ShNicky will see this blog too, AMIN! :D We wish ArKy friendships will be forever as ShNicky did. (AMIN...) At least Arky so thanks you to u who spend the time to read this blog. Ok, let enjoy this blog ;)



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