Carrickmore Vs Fr Rocks (Loughmacrory, Sat 7.00pm)
High-flying Carrickmore currently sit top of the pile in Division One following four comprehensive wins. The defending champions are bidding for their fifth consecutive title, and ominously for their rivals they actually appear better equipped this year than in the past. Having tasted bitter defeat in the last two Ulster Club finals, the Carmen girls will once again hope to make a return to the provincial stage but will be well aware that they must first negotiate their way through the potential pitfalls of the Tyrone championship which they so nearly lost last season. Fr Rocks on the other hand continue to struggle, bottom of the Division One table without a point thus far. They have some quality players such as Tyrone duo Martina Doyle and Mairead Mc Guckian, and will certainly not lack character when Saturdays clash gets underway. Carrickmore though, even with their injury worries and absentees, should have enough to make it safely through to the last four.

Errigal Ciaran Vs Kildress (Loughmacrory, Sat 8.30pm)
The second game of the evening in Loughmacrory sees Errigal and Kildress lock horns in what could be a truly intriguing tussle. Errigal fell well short of the mark last year, and will hope that this year can see a return to the sort of form which saw them reach the Tyrone decider in 2003. Having dominated at underage level for the past number of years, their squad certainly has a depth and quality capable of competing at the highest stage, as they showed with a comprehensive victory over Trillick in their preliminary round meeting. However, a big performance is required to see off what is sure to be a much more formidable challenge from Kildress. Since returning to Senior ranks, Kildress have certainly impressed and currently occupy fourth spot in the table. They play a very attractive brand of attacking football, and their passing game could cause problems for the Errigal rearguard. This is set to be a cracking tussle between two good footballing sides, and it could very well take a second meeting to decide who progresses.

Aodh Ruadh Vs Aghyaran (Omagh, Sat 8.30pm)
The final tie of the round pairs Aodh Ruadh and Aghyaran together in another interesting clash. Aodh Ruadh thus far have struggled to reach anything close to the heights they have previously enjoyed, as their lowly league position shows. With a lot of younger players having been integrated to the senior ranks, it was almost inevitable it would take time for the side to find their feet, and where better than in the Championship to do so. However this will be no easy task against a formidable Aghyaran side, buoyed by the quality of their league performances to date. Since winning the Intermediate title last season, Aghyaran have gone from strength to strength and gave Aodh Ruadh more than a scare in their league meeting. Despite this, Aodh Ruadh are a hardened championship side who know how to grind out a result, and are a team on a mission after last years Final disappointment. Aodh Ruadh to progress, but it certainly wont be easy.

Intermediate Championship
Loughmacrory Vs Badoney ( , Fri 7.15pm)
The pairing of St Teresa’s and Badoney gets this years Intermediate Championship action underway on Friday evening. Badoney endured a slow start to their campaign, but have picked up form in recent weeks and most recently enjoyed a comprehensive win over Beragh last weekend. Briege Daly has returned from injury and is the mainstay of the Badoney side, while sister Katrina is also a focal point for many of their attacks. Loughmacrory have turned in some decent performances to date, and will no doubt fancy their chances against a side they have already defeated in the league. Their young side is getting better each year and will hope that this time around they can maintain the Intermediate status they lost two years ago before bouncing back last season. A draw could well be on the cards.

Galbally Vs Moy (Donaghmore, Sat 7.30)
A clash between the Junior championship winners of the past two years, this time at Intermediate level. Galbally have had a curious run of results so far, with two draws and two defeats. On their day, with a full squad at their disposal, they could be more than a match for anyone as they attempt to rediscover even a glimmer of their previously glorious victories in Senior level. Moy seem to be getting stronger with every game they play, and are returning to almost full strength as they prepare for their championship assault. Moy to progress.

Glenelly Vs St Endas (Urney, Fri 8.30pm)
Omagh St Endas have been given the ominous task of tackling runaway favourites Glenelly in the opening round of games. Glenelly are a team on a mission, and have romped clear at the top of the table to leave everyone else playing catch-up. They host a wealth of quality players in their ranks, and will be nothing less than fully focused for the start of their championship campaign. Omagh on the other hand are going through somewhat of a transition at present, but will be hoping that their seniors can emulate the great run enjoyed by their minors already this season. Their cause has not been helped by a run of injuries and absentees, but they will leave no stone unturned in their search for what would be the shock of the competition.

Junior Championship
Mna na Deirge Vs Sigersons (Urney, Fri 7.15pm)
A local derby for the rights to a semi-final slot. Mna na Deirge are growing stronger each year, and will be hoping that this could be the year they finally enjoy some success. Sigersons have enjoyed a profitable start to the campaign, and currently sit third in the table. A closely contested encounter is in store, with Sigersons having just too much firepower for their neighbours.

Fintona Vs Pomeroy (Omagh, Sat 7.15)
This time last year Fintona were competing at Intermediate level, and the Pearses will be hopeful that they can draw on these experiences to see them through against a rapidly improving Pomeroy side. Both sides have a point to prove, for differing reasons, but the greater experience of Fintona should see them through.