Athy’s Triumph Propels Kildare Forward in Leinster Championships

Athy’s impressive performance in the second half propelled them to a convincing victory over Summerhill. This decisive win secured Athy a spot in the semi-finals of the AIB Leinster Senior Club Championship, held at Cedral St Conleth’s Park in Newbridge.

Athy Dominates Second Half

The match began with Summerhill quickly taking the initiative, moving ahead by three points. Athy struggled to find their rhythm initially but soon answered back with Brian Maher scoring their first point. The teams exchanged points, with Maher later netting a critical goal that brought Athy into the lead for the first time. Despite Summerhill leveling the score and briefly regaining the lead, Athy finished the first half ahead by a narrow margin of 1-6 to 0-8.

Second Half Transformation

The second half marked a significant change in momentum. Athy’s defense became relentless, allowing Summerhill to score only once throughout the period. Athy extended their lead, thanks to points from Colm Moran, Sean Moore, and Niall Kelly, who scored a remarkable goal. By the 43rd minute, Athy had pulled ahead 1-9 to 0-8, while Summerhill struggled to make an impact.

In the closing stages, Athy increased their scoring spree, finishing the match decisively at a final score of 1-16 to 0-9.

Match Statistics and Key Players

• Athy Scorers:
  • Brian Maher: 1-1
  • Kevin Feely: 0-3
  • Niall Kelly: 0-3 (1 goal)
  • Sean Moore: 0-2
  • Colm Moran: 0-2
  • David Hyland: 0-1
• Summerhill Scorers:
  • Liam Shaw: 0-4 (3 frees)
  • Diarmuid McCabe: 0-2 (1 goal)
  • Conor Lyons: 0-1

Team Line-ups

Athy showcased their strong teamwork and determination, reinforcing their status as a formidable team in the Leinster Championship. The next challenge awaits as they prepare for the semi-finals, aiming for continued success.