Maye proves a matchwinner as Sligo edge Galway in Tuam thriller

SLIGO, the only Connacht county never to win the U21 provincial title, advanced to a final showdown against Roscommon when they deservedly defeated a Galway side who won the All-Ireland minor title three years ago.

Full-forward David Maye was the hero for Sligo with some superb free-taking, while sub James Hynes crowned a great performance when introduced with some fine points. Galway were in trouble when they led by just 0-6 to 0-5 at the break having played with the strong wind in the first half at Tuam Stadium.

Sligo goalkeeper Brian McGovern produced a stunning save when he dived low to his left to save a penalty from Michael Martin after 19 minutes after Danny Cummins was fouled. At the time Galway were leading by 0-4 to 0-3 but Sligo hit back and Maye kicked another good free into the wind to level the match.