Kilkelly in sparkling form as Tribeswomen foil Clare’s title challenge

Galway 1-12 Clare2-5

Clare were enhanced by the return of the injured Moira McMahon but even her presence in the half back line failed to deter a resolute maroon and white who were anxious to make amends for not taking the spoils in Croke Park on September 21.

In a very enjoyable contest watched before a huge audience, Galway were put on guard early when Aoife Ryan goaled for Clare. However, their response was immediate when player-of-the-match Emma Kilkelly combined brilliantly with Ann Marie Hayes to rattle the net after 15 minutes.