Moy not happy with outcome of probe into Cavanagh injuries
September 26, 2018
Sean Cavanagh in action for Moy and inset the former Tyrone star with facial injuries after a club game against Edendork.
Sean Cavanagh’s club has expressed its “disappointment and dismay” with the outcome of the investigation into the incident which left the former ‘Footballer of the Year’ nursing a broken nose, concussion and extensive facial injuries.
The Tyrone CCC has ruled that the Edendork player involved in the incident which resulted in Cavanagh being taken to hospital via ambulance during a recent Tyrone SFC clash has no case to answer.
In a statement posted on their Facebook page, Moy Tír na nÓg revealed they intend to appeal that finding.
The statement in full reads: “On 24th September 2018, members of the Committee of Moy Tír na nÓg had a first opportunity to view the video footage of the match between Moy and Edendork St. Malachy’s played on 15th September 2018, during which Seán Cavanagh sustained a broken nose and concussion.
“Having considered this video, Moy Tír na nÓg G.A.C expresses its disappointment and dismay with the outcome of the investigation by the Competitions Control Committee of the Tyrone County Board, issued on Saturday 22nd September 2018, that the referee “…adjudicated on the matter appropriately”.
“The cause of the clash that led to the injuries could and should have been avoided. The mark had been taken by Seán Cavanagh and signalled by the referee directly before the incident.
“Rule 7.2 Category 3 (iv) ‘Behaving in a way that is dangerous to an opponent’ is a red card offence.
“As a first stage in the appeal process, Moy Tír na nÓg G.A.C has requested to Tyrone County Board that the referee and the linesmen who officiated on 15th September 2018 review the footage again to reconsider their opinion.
“Moy Tír na nÓg G.A.C expresses its disapproval of the derogatory online comments made against both clubs and the players involved, and appeals for restraint and moderation in the expression of legitimate views and opinions.
“The health, safety and well-being of all our playing members is of the utmost importance to our club.
“We wish Edendork St. Malachy's G.A.C. well in their Championship match this Friday, 28th September 2018.”
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