U16 North Munster Cup:  Kilrush 10  Nenagh 43

Nenagh U16’s made the long journey to Kilrush for the semi final of the U16 North Munster Cup. While the game was played in sunny conditions a strong breeze meant it was going to be a game of two halves. While Nenagh ran out comfortable winners in the end the scoreline slightly flattered the visitors. Nenagh won the toss and elected to play with the wind, they started strongly and dominated possession and territory from the off. With Nenagh in control Oscar Griffin and Danny Powell touched down early in the game to open up a 10-0 lead. For the next 15 minutes, Nenagh gave their opponents far too much respect. Kilrush threathened with ball in hand and they were unlucky not to score in the corner. After 25 minutes the score remained 10-0 which was concerning considering the strong breeze. Nenagh's response in the next five minutes was impressive, they upped the physicality in both defense and attack, cut out the errors and took total control of the breakdown. Charlie Talbot, Dara Corish and Oscar Griffin went over for tries which were all converted by Charlie Talbot. That left the score at half time 31-0 to Nenagh.

The second half was more even and Kilrush used the wind to pin Nenagh back into their 22 on numerous occasions. They deservedly scored a try midway through the half.  Following strong runs by Dara Meehan and Jamie Dorris, Danny Powel got in for his second try and then Jack Tierney crashed under the posts to round off a great team score to leave the final score 43-10 to Nenagh. Nenagh will now play Newcastle West in the final. Thanks to Kilrush for their post-match hospitality and to the referee who managed the game very well.