Match Preview: Lisahally v Don Bosco's (14.11.10)

With Lisahally currently top of the First Division table, each fixture is crucial if the Strathfoyle Men are to maintain their impressive bid for promotion. However, this Sunday's game against Don Bosco's is a game that has an extra edge to it for Lisahally supporters.

Two seasons ago, under the stewardship of Topher Whoriskey, Lisahally defeated a strong Don Bosco's side in the First Division Cup final to take the cup home to the Strathfoyle Arena. Since then, both teams have developed a type of mini-rivalry and games between the two sides are often filled with drama, with the Creggan side inevitably providing tough opposition.

Lisahally captain Noel O'Donnell leaves Bosco's' midfielder Keith Toland in his wake in the 2008 Cup Final

As Lisahally aim to continue their march toward the title, management duo Rory Kirk and Danny Brown will be preparing their players for a tough task, placing an added emphasis on focus and determination to succeed. Fortunately for Lisah', there is a clean bill of health, with key players such as Aidy O'Kane making a return to the squad and Rory Kirk is expecting to hear all the 'dogs' barking.

*As part of the mental preparation before the game, The Listener suggests that each Lisahally player takes a bit of time to watch the video below, which will hopefully encourage focus.