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Irish Independent
an hour ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Wicklow haul in Waterford's impressive early lead to top their Tailteann Cup group
What threatened to be a nightmare night for Wicklow turned into the stuff of dreams as they ultimately hammered Waterford at Wexford Park – and, soon after, got word that they had surprisingly topped their Tailteann Cup group.
RTÉ News
an hour ago
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Wicklow account for the Desie to top Taliteann group
Wicklow claimed top spot in Group 2 of the Tailteann Cup following a shaky victory over Waterford at Chadwick's Wexford Park. Nine points down at one stage in the first half, the Garden County rallied back to ease out comfortable winners. Joe Prendergast opened the scoring, cutting inside and popping over in the first minute. Mark Jackson then extended Wicklow's lead. Jason Curry retaliated from a free for Waterford's first score seven minutes in. Mark Kenny continued Wicklow's fast start as he worked the ball around the 'D' to Prendergast, who found a sweet point off his left. With the breeze at his back, Waterford keeper Aaron Beresford was comfortably finding the far 65 with his kick-outs, which proved costly for Wicklow. For the remainder of the half, the speed at which the Déise could transition cost Oisín McConville's men. Jason Curry split the posts again to begin the trend of Ciaran Walsh winning frees inside. Waterford were at this point on top of their own kickout, but Wicklow's as well, and they managed a two-pointer from James Walsh from the next play. Cathal Baker danced inside the Waterford cover and tapped over a point, but from here it was one-way traffic. Jason Curry again profited from a free won by Ciaran Walsh. The double act contributed another Curry free minutes later. Conor Murray then scored an audacious two-pointer on the run before Waterford's Stephen Curry nearly scored a three-pointer, only for Malachy Stone to stop his goal-bound strike, which may have put the game out of Wicklow's reach. Curry pointed the resulting '45, Stephen Curry then added to Waterford's lead from the resulting Kickout. Mark Jackson then hit back with a two-point free after a barnstorming Healy run. Jason Curry cancelled this out in the next play as he kicked three two-pointers in a row. Podge O'Toole stopped the rot off his left with a point before half time to put nine between them. A big finish needed, Kenny found a point and Eoin Darcy a massive goal as he beat Beresford from 13 metres out to leave five in it at the break. To restart the scoring, Darragh Fee and Kenny landed points. Jason Curry continued his exhibition and landed two frees to cancel this out, but a breakaway Prendergast point kept up the Wicklow start. Mark Kenny then, on the loop, added another, Tom Moran got in behind the back of the Waterford defence for his first, and Eoin Darcy turned over his shoulder to score again. Jackson then landed a two-pointer to put Wicklow in front. Up the other end, Jason Curry levelled proceedings, but from here Wicklow were dominant. Dean Healy converted a super two-pointer. Oisin McGraynor then did really well with a high ball inside and went around Tommy Martin, only to see his shot saved. The rebound came to Prendergast, who tapped home for a vital goal. Eoin Darcy then fisted a point and McGraynor added a free from the resulting kickout. Dean Healy, who was growing into the game with every second, added another two-pointer, while McGraynor bettered him with an audacious orange flag raiser. The same man converted from a much simpler free moments later. Waterford, now struggling for possession, found a settler in Donie Fitzgerlad and a further Curry free, but struggled from here. Wicklow now easing home added a point from Kenny, two McGraynor frees and a well-worked Dean Healy goal. Conor Fee polished off a shaky performance as Wicklow left Wexford atop of their section. Wicklow: Mark Jackson (0-05, 1f, 2 tpf); Tom Moran (0-01), Matt Nolan, Malachy Stone; Joe Prendergast (1-03), Patrick O'Keane, Darragh Fee (0-01); Dean Healy (1-04, 2 tp), Padraig O'Toole (0-01); Christopher O'Brien, Eoin Darcy (1-02), Cathal Baker (0-01); Oisin McGraynor (0-06, 3f, 1 tp), Craig Maguire, Mark Kenny (0-04). Subs: Jack Kirwan for C O'Brien (58), Andy Maher for Joe Prendergast (62), Conor Fee for Mark Kenny (70), Ryan Harrison for Eoin Darcy (72), Liam O'Neill for Cathal Baker (74). Furlong; Michael O'Brien, Conor Murray (0-02, 1 tp), Jason Curry (0-15, 8f, 1, 45, 3 tpf, ); Stephen Curry (0-1), Ciaran Walsh, James Walsh (0-2, 1 tp). Subs: Alan Dunwoody for Michael O'Brien (53), Caolan Mac Cathmhaoil for Adam Crawford (56), Ciaran Looney for James Wash (68), Loughlan Walsh for Tholom Guiry (68), Darragh Jacob for Donie Fitzgerald (68).
RTÉ News
an hour ago
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Mark Barry spot on as Laois edge Offaly in Tailteann Cup thriller
Laois snatched an over due win over Offaly when a 75th-minute penalty converted by Mark Barry gave them a dramatic win in a thrilling Tailteann Cup showdown in Newbridge. Offaly were clinging onto a 3-16 to 2-18 lead when the excellent Patrick O'Sullivan was pushed in the 74th minute and Barry made no mistake from the kick. Despite the win, Laois only go through in third place while Offaly are runners up in the group and Wicklow go direct into the quarter-finals after claiming an unlikely top place – the three teams tied on four points. The first half was a very up and down one for both sides. Offaly started well and points from Jordan Hayes and Keith O'Neill did not reflect their early dominace. Laois settled down after this, levelling it up with points from a Ronan Coffey free and the outstanding Brian Byrne. A fisted goal from Aaron McEvoy put them 1-02 to 0-03 ahead after 12 minutes and Offaly struggled for the next fifteen minutes or soy. A stunning Damon Larkin goal gave Laois a 2-04 to 0-04 lead after 22 minutes and Offaly were in serious bother. They responded very well, however, as they got five of the next six points, two from Shane Tierney and a two pointer from the excellent Keith O'Neill. This was followed by a super 34th minute goal from one of their brightest prospects, Cillian Bourke and Offaly held a 1-10 to 2-6 lead at the break. Laois hit another purple patch at the start of the second half. Sub Michael Doran and Niall Corbet got great two pointers from play, sandwiching a two point free from Killian Roche as Laois led by 2-12 to 1-12 after 45 minutes. A fantastic Jordan Hayes goal levelled it up at 2-13 each after 50 minutes and it was still all square, 2-15 each when Pa Kirwan edged Laois ahead in the 58th minute. It was nip and tuck from here to the finish as Laois rallied very well and points from Pa Kirwan and Ronan Coffey put them two ahead by the 63rd minute. Sub Ruari McNamee made a great impact off the bench for Offaly. He booted home a 67th minute goal to put them a point up and then curled over a point to put them ahead again after Patrick O'Sullivan had equalised. It looked like Offaly would hold on but Laois had the last say right at the death. Offaly: Paddy Dunican (0-1, 45'); Lee Pearson, David Dempsey, Daire McDaid; Aidan Bracken, John Furlong, Rory Egan; Jack McEvoy, Jordan Hayes (1-2); Kyle Higgins (0-1), Cathal Flynn, Cillian Bourke (1-0); Keith O'Neill (0-7, 1 x 2 and 2f), Jack Bryant (0-1), Shane Tierney (0-3). Subs: Dylan Hyland for Tierney (56m), Ruari McNamee for O'Neill (64m), Aaron Kellaghan for Bourke (74m), Laois: Killian Roche (0-2, 2pf); Ben Dempsey, Trevor Collins, Liam Knowles; Patrick O'Sullivan (0-2), Seamus Lacey, Aaron McEvoy (0-1); Conor Heffernan, Damon Larkin (2-1); Pa Kirwan (0-1), Ronan Coffey (0-3, 2f), Kevin Swayne; Brian Byrne (0-4), Mark Barry (1-0, penalty), Niall Corbett (0-2, 1 2p).
Irish Independent
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Longford clinch All-Ireland Minor Tier Three title with convincing win over Wicklow
Longford were deservedly crowned as All-Ireland Minor Tier Three champions, as a Cormac Mulligan goal 10 minutes from time proved to be crucial in their win against Wicklow at O'Connor Park in Tullamore.
Irish Independent
a day ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
See inside elegant landmark period home in the heart of Waterford on the market for €1.25 million
Brentwood, Newtown Road, Newtown, Co. Waterford, (X91W9EA), is a five-bed, three-bath detached house for sale by private treaty. This is an 'elegant landmark period residence finished in beautiful red brick and Wicklow granite,' say Palmer Auctioneers. 'Brentwood is one of the finest residences to come on to the market in many years and stands on a private site extending to 45 acres. Located in the most prestigious residential neighbourhood of Waterford city, there are a host of primary and secondary schools in the immediate vicinity, not to mention the city centre and Waterford's historic Viking Triangle. Built in 1846 by Samuel Strangman, scion of a notable wealthy merchant family, the red brick was specially imported from Holland. 'This beautiful three bay two storey period residence has classically symmetrical proportions and retains many of its original period features. 'This lovingly maintained family home has been in the care of the present owners since 1977 and is presented in absolute turnkey condition. 'Properties of this calibre rarely come on to the market, and this is a once in a generation opportunity to acquire one of the finest residences in Waterford.' Waterford is located about two hours from Dublin with excellent transport links by rail and road to via the M9 motorway. Some features of this premises include gas fired central heating, timber sash windows with original shutters, and it is BER exempt. The building comes with its original pitch pine flooring, doors and 11' ceilings throughout. The round-headed open internal porch is approached by a flight of three cut granite steps, while the 'airy entrance hall' comes with its original pitch pine flooring and stairs. Off the entrance hall, there is an elegant dual aspect Drawing Room with an original open fireplace with Kilkenny marble mantle and brass surround. The Drawing Room overlooks the verdant gardens and has a clever sash window which neatly converts into a French door, allowing direct access to the gardens. At the front is a lovely dual aspect Dining Room with its original pitch pine flooring. A hallway with oak flooring and understairs storage leads to the living room with garden views, stained oak flooring, and an open fireplace with antique pine mantle and brass surround. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more The premises features a dual aspect study-home office and a tiled shower room -guest WC equipped with a power shower, wash hand basin and WC. Off the hallway is a bright kitchen-diner area with cherry units, ample storage and integrated appliances with granite worktops and splashback. The flooring is Amtico LVF (luxury vinal flooring) and French doors open on to the patio and garden. There is a utility area with ample built in storage, Amtico LVF, a large walk-in cloakroom, and a door to side. On the first floor is a generous landing and five bedrooms. The large master bedroom overlooks the gardens and has built in wardrobes and a tiled ensuite bathroom. There are two large dual aspect double bedrooms as well as a fourth double bedroom with pitch pine flooring and built in wardrobes. The fifth bedroom is a cosy single bedroom which overlooks the gravel forecourt. Off the landing is a small hall which leads to a tiled bathroom with bath, wash basin and WC, while to the rear is an exquisite walled garden with a southerly aspect which backs onto the playing fields of Newtown School. The gardens are beautifully planted with a mix of flowering plants shrubs and mature trees. To the rear is the original stone Coach House with enormous potential and endless possibilities for conversion. To the side is a block-built boiler house and a 'Tack Room' plumbed with sink and storage. To the front is a gravel forecourt fronted by red brick piers with Wicklow granite capping, beautiful decorative wrought iron double gates, with flanking railings on a red brick plinth with granite coping. There is a side door with pedestrian access. For more information, contact Guy Palmer of Palmer Auctioneers, 2/3 Colbeck Street, Waterford city, at 051 872061 or email sales@
