Inspirational Insta scratch 103-year itch
Catholic Institute withstood a late Cliftonville onslaught to land the men’s Irish Hockey Challenge title – their first national senior gong in 103 years – in thrilling fashion at Belfield.
C of I lay down a marker
On a largely positive opening weekend for Munster’s Irish Hockey League representatives, Cork C of I’s 4-1 defeat of Glenanne suggested they could be a dark horse for this year’s comeptition.
Carroll leads Insta back into IHL
Catholic Institute ensured automatic Irish Hockey League qualification for the 2013/14 season as they resisted a strong UCC challenge to win 3-1 at the Mardyke on Saturday.
Queens of Quins regain their crown
UCC’s Miriam Crowley had a hand in all three goals as Cork Harlequins reclaimed the Munster Division 1 title with a dramatic 2-1 win over the students.
Clinical Ewington ends 99-year hurt
Andy Ewington’s remarkable short corner prowess helped Monkstown end 99 years of hurt with a rip-roaring 5-4 Irish Senior Cup victory over Pembroke Wanderers at Belfield yesterday.
Lurgan take spoils as Crescent endure tough breaks
Lurgan College claimed the Kate Russell All-Ireland Schoolgirls title for the second time in three years with a perfect 100% record in Kilkenny today, while Crescent finished fourth. Meanwhile, there was also cup glory for Sacred Heart Clonakilty and Ashton junior boys.