Talented young Cats pull clear to claim U14 title

Kilkenny showed the greater hunger to land the 31st Tony Forristal U14 hurling title when they defeated host county Waterford 1-12 to 1-5 in yesterday’s final at sun drenched Walsh Park.

The Cats were always in control as they led by three points at half-time (0-6 to 0-3) before produced a top-class second half show to overcome the hosts.

Midfielder Darren Mullen set the tone for the victors with a superb point from play in the opening minute and although Liam O’Donnell got two nice points for the Déise to level matters at 0-3 each, Kilkenny finished the half with a flourish. Impressive Kilkenny corner-forward James Bergin scored two points in the space of 60 seconds and when Edmond Delaney notched the final score of the half from play, Kilkenny were in command.