Connolly condemns Dubs to the drop

DUBLIN’S senior ladies footballers were yesterday relegated to Division Two of the Suzuki National Football League following a 1-9 to 0-8 play-off defeat by Tyrone at Westmanstown.

Sarah Connolly got the all-important goal for Tyrone in the first half as they salvaged their top flight status for another season. at the expense of the Leinster champions.

The Dubs led 0-8 to 1-2 at half-time but failed to score in the second period, allowing Tyrone to chalk up a further seven points to gain victory.