Carrig and Riverstown's Ross Connaughton and John Hanlon celebrating with the cup after they defeated Coolderry in this year's Offaly IHC final. Photo: Ger RogersFour Offaly clubs bid to make Leinster progressBy Kevin EganIt’s a comparatively quiet week for Offaly teams this week, relative to the frantic weekend that has just gone by. Four Offaly clubs are in Leinster competition, with widely varying likelihoods of success. The one Offaly side who would be favoured to prevail – albeit ever so slightly – is Naomh Ciarán, who travel to Longford Slashers in the semi-final of the Leinster LGFA senior championship (Sunday, 2pm). After their excellent showing in their win over Eadestown of Kildare last Sunday, Naomh Ciarán are sharp and ready for action against the reigning All-Ireland intermediate champions.

Source: Irish Independent October 27, 2023 16:18 UTC