Chris O’Leary grabs the golden goal as Valley Rovers prove best in classic

Valley Rovers 1-16 Courcey Rovers 1-12: This was a magnificent Cork PIHC battle at Riverstick last night as two highly-charged teams overcame really challenging conditions to produce a game to remember.

That Valley Rovers will have more fond memories is not to say that their near rivals Courcey will despair, for they were in with a chance right up to the 58th minute when a couple of Valley Rover points allowed them to ease into a four point lead.

The hero of the hour was Chris O’Leary, whose 53rd minute goal pushed his side back into the driving seat after they had struggled for a good part of the second half. O’Leary’s goal was just part of his contribution and the seven points he added throughout the game had a major part to play in the outcome of his exciting match.