Rathvilly claim 11th Carlow football crown
Rathvilly secured their 11th Carlow Senior Football Championship by narrowly defeating Old Leighlin in a tightly contested final. The match, held at Netwatch Cullen Park, featured a strong start and a crucial penalty that set the tone for the encounter.
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Rathvilly emerged victorious in the Carlow Senior Football Championship final, edging out the defending champions Old Leighlin by a single point at Netwatch Cullen Park. The match began with a dramatic penalty awarded to Rathvilly immediately from the throw-in, with Conor Doyle converting the chance to open the scoring.
Old Leighlin responded quickly, scoring a goal through Cathal Coughlan following a loose ball after Mikey Bambrick’s initial effort. Despite this, Rathvilly maintained a slim lead throughout the first half, with key contributions from Liam Gavin, Brendan Murphy, Kevin Murphy, and Darragh Murphy. At halftime, Rathvilly held a 0-8 to 1-3 advantage.
The second half was characterised by a slower pace and tight defence, with Old Leighlin pressing late in an attempt to force a draw. Vital points from substitutes Brynn Nolan and Eric Molloy helped Rathvilly hold their lead. In the closing minutes, Aaron Amond’s long-range free for Old Leighlin narrowly missed, allowing Rathvilly to secure the win with a final point from Doyle, sealing their 11th championship title.
Rathvilly scorers included Conor Doyle (0-4, including a penalty), Liam Gavin (0-3, two frees), Brandon Kelly (0-2), and others contributing single points. Old Leighlin’s scoring was led by Seamus Kinsella (0-5 from frees), James Dowling (0-3), and Cathal Coughlan’s goal. The game was officiated by referee James Foley from Kilbride.
Old Leighlin responded quickly, scoring a goal through Cathal Coughlan following a loose ball after Mikey Bambrick’s initial effort. Despite this, Rathvilly maintained a slim lead throughout the first half, with key contributions from Liam Gavin, Brendan Murphy, Kevin Murphy, and Darragh Murphy. At halftime, Rathvilly held a 0-8 to 1-3 advantage.
The second half was characterised by a slower pace and tight defence, with Old Leighlin pressing late in an attempt to force a draw. Vital points from substitutes Brynn Nolan and Eric Molloy helped Rathvilly hold their lead. In the closing minutes, Aaron Amond’s long-range free for Old Leighlin narrowly missed, allowing Rathvilly to secure the win with a final point from Doyle, sealing their 11th championship title.
Rathvilly scorers included Conor Doyle (0-4, including a penalty), Liam Gavin (0-3, two frees), Brandon Kelly (0-2), and others contributing single points. Old Leighlin’s scoring was led by Seamus Kinsella (0-5 from frees), James Dowling (0-3), and Cathal Coughlan’s goal. The game was officiated by referee James Foley from Kilbride.
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