Courtyard Liffey Celtics were crowned the Women’s Paudie O’Connor National Cup champions for the first time in the clubs history when they had a comfortable win over Singleton’s Supervalu Brunell at the National Basketball Arena today.

Ireland 52 (1-11-13) Australia 55 (0-14-13) (Australia win series 102-92)

INTERNATIONAL RULES: Ireland 40 (1-8-10) Australia 47 (0-14-5)

Andy Maloney has been drafted back into the Waterford side ahead of Sunday's All-Ireland SHC semi-final against Clare at Croke Park.