Bateman goals drive Quins closer to title

Cork Harlequins and Fermoy both made big moves at opposite ends of the table to set up a grandstand finale to the Munster women’s Division 1.

A pair of Karen Bateman goals rewarded Quins’ dominance in their 2-0 victory over title rivals Catholic Institute, who were without injured Irish international star striker Naomi Carroll and thus were forced into defensive mode.

Bateman converted a one-on-one from close range after 10 minutes before cracking home another midway through the second half off Rachael Kohler’s through ball.