Eimear Scally penalty proves key as UL edge home

UL 2-5 UCC 0-8: Cork star Eimear Scally’s second-half penalty helped to see off her former college UCC, as University of Limerick claimed a third O’Connor Cup crown in four seasons.

Scally netted in the 47th minute, converting after she was taken down, but there was a whiff of controversy surrounding the awarding of the goal at Elvery’s MacHale Park in Castlebar.

Confusion reigned as match referee Niall McCormack and his umpires debated whether the ball had gone through the net or wide. After much consultation, the goal was given and UL were 2-4 to 0-6 clear in the prestigious Ladies Higher Education showpiece.