St Finbarr’s claimed their third consecutive SE Systems Cork Senior Camogie Championship title on Sunday at MTU, defeating Blackrock 3-14 to 0-4. Player of the Game Sorcha McCartan scored 1-9 to secure the victory, which marks the first leg of a possible senior treble for the Togher club.
St Finbarr’s Dominates MTU Final
The champions established control early while playing with a strong wind. Sorcha McCartan opened the scoring at the 11-minute mark and added three consecutive frees to build an early 0-4 to 0-1 lead. Orlaith Cahalane scored the game’s opening goal before halftime, picking up a long delivery, rounding her marker, and slotting past Blackrock goalkeeper Anna Kearney to make it 1-8 to 0-3 at the break.
Blackrock struggled to counter the sustained pressure, especially after losing full-forward Michelle Murphy to injury just 10 minutes into the match. Hayley Ryan led the Rockies’ scoring with three points, while Cliona O’Callaghan added a single point from a free. However, the Barrs’ defense successfully contained Blackrock’s attacking threats throughout the afternoon.
Second-Half Goals Seal the Title
St Finbarr’s maintained their momentum after the interval. Shortly after, McCartan returned the assist, setting up Wigginton Barrett for the team’s third goal to stretch the advantage to 3-9 to 0-3.
Further points from Aisling Shannon, Kate Wall—recently returned from Australia—and late scores from McCartan cemented the 19-point margin. Cathal McAllister of Aghada officiated the fixture.
Match Scorers and Lineups
Blackrock scorers included H Ryan 0-3 (0-1 f) and C O’Callaghan 0-1.
Substitutes used were E Wigginton Barrett for E Hurley, A Byrne for N Olden, I Keegan for K Cahalane, G Fitzgerald for M Cahalane, and H Fitzpatrick for L O’Donovan.
Their substitutes included A O’Farrell for M Murphy, M Coffey for J Murphy, M Ryan for K Lyons, L McKeogh for S McCarthy, and K O’Sullivan for E Curtin.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Final
Who was named Player of the Game?
Sorcha McCartan received the Player of the Game award after scoring 1-9 for St Finbarr’s in the final.
What was the final score between St Finbarr’s and Blackrock?
St Finbarr’s defeated Blackrock with a score of 3-14 to 0-4 at MTU.
How many consecutive titles has St Finbarr’s won?
Sunday’s victory marks three in a row for St Finbarr’s in the Cork Senior Camogie Championship.
Who scored the goals for St Finbarr’s?
Sorcha McCartan netted two goals, Orlaith Cahalane scored one in the first half, and Ella Wigginton Barrett added a third goal in the second half.
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