Blistering early spell powers Newtown past Erin's Own

Newtownshandrum 3-12 Erin's Own 0-14

They may have looked in trouble early on as Erin's Own scorched into an early lead but, once the defending champions settled into their usual rhythm, there was only going to be one outcome.

Not for the first time the O'Connor twins, Ben and Jerry, played crucial roles, but they were ably assisted by goalkeeper Paul Morrissey who brought off a number of outstanding saves; Pat Mulcahy starred at centre back, while John Paul King and Ian Kelleher excelled in attack.