Grace Teehan drives Offaly past Kerry to intermediate camogie glory at Croke Park
The tension of a Glen Dimplex All-Ireland final was evident in what was a defensive and error-ridden battle between Offaly and Kerry.
But on a day when an array of forwards that have illuminated the intermediate championship were largely kept under lock and key, Grace Teehan brought the perfect mix of talent and tenacity to drive the midlanders back up to senior championship competition.
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