Culhane and Tierney impress as Galway begin Sigerson defence on right note 

Mayo star Tommy Conroy, who injured his knee in this competition last year, was listed in the squad but did not feature. 

LEADER: Matthew Tierney of University of Galway. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

University of Galway 3-10 Maynooth University 1-6 

Despite dreadful conditions and limited preparation, University of Galway’s defence of their Sigerson crown started with an impressive victory over league champions Maynooth University.