2004–05 saw Kilmore Rec first squad reach the semi-final of the County Antrim Shield under the management of Donal Bell. Kilmore saw off Irish Premier League opposition Ballymena United in the first round with a 1–0 win. Kilmore proceeded to the quarter-finals drawn against another Irish Premier League team, Lisburn Distillery. Kilmore beat the Irish League team 3–2 on penalties after a score of 1–1 after extra time. Kilmore were then drawn against yet another Irish League opponent, Linfield. Kilmore were beaten 2–0 ending their County Antrim Shield run.