Skryne Shine in Second-Half Surge to Defeat St. Michael’s
In an action-packed encounter, a talented Skryne team delivered a composed and clinical second-half performance to secure a 2-13 to 1-9 win over a determined St. Michael’s side. The match showcased superb teamwork, resolute defending, and moments of brilliance from the Skryne team.
The first half was evenly matched, with both sides trading scores in a fast-paced contest. Ellie Murphy led the scoring early, registering three points including one from a free. Abbye Donnelly’s sharp play forced a turnover on a St. Michael’s kickout, feeding Amy O’Dowd for a neat point. O’Dowd added another, while Keoghan slotted a point of her own after good build-up play. Defensively, Hannah Dardis stood out with excellent catches and clearances, supported well by Ciara Cowley, Ailish Lennahan, Aisling O’Connor, Lizzy Moreland and Kate Gibbons in a disciplined back line. The first half ended 1-4 to 0-8 in favour of Skryne.
In the second half, Skryne shifted gears. Laura Mangan netted Skryne’s first goal, a composed finish after a flowing move from the Skryne attack. Colleen Jordan was immense between the posts, pulling off two game-changing saves—one a powerful close-range shot and another a low, driven effort that seemed destined for the net.
In attack, Sarah Pentony and Abbye Donnelly continued to work hard, with Donnelly adding two key points. Midfielders Annie Ryan and Catriona Keoghan worked tirelessly, making key link plays. Keoghan added two more points in a commanding second-half display. Laura Mangan shone brightly, scoring a point and then struck a decisive goal to swing momentum firmly in Skryne’s favour. Fiona Mahon and Lizzy Moreland were ever-reliable, providing key support in transitions and pressuring St. Michael’s throughout.
Substitutes Roisin McManus, Aine Keogh, and Megan Cowley all made valuable contributions off the bench, helping to maintain the team’s tempo as the match wore on.
With scoring contributions spread across Murphy (0-4), Donnelly (0-2), O’Dowd (0-3), Mangan (2-1), and Keoghan (0-3), it was a complete team performance. Colleen Jordan’s goalkeeping heroics, combined with solid defending and clinical finishing, ensured a well-earned victory for Skryne.
Team
Colleen Jordan, Ciara Cowley, Hannah Dardis, Ailish Lennahan, Kate Gibbons, Lizzy Moreland, Catriona Keoghan, Annie Ryan, Sarah Pentony, Abbye Donnelly, Fiona Mahon, Laura Mangan, Ellie Murphy, Amy O’Dowd.
Subs- Roisin McManus for Sarah Pentony
Aine Keogh for Annie Ryan
Megan Cowley for Abbye Donnelly
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