Road Bowling: Sexton showing kind of promise that could challenge Mallon

UP-AND-COMING TALENT: In her U18 win, Sexton showed the kind of promise that could see her challenge the all-conquering Mallon in the coming years. Pic: ©INPHO/Tom Honan

While Kelly Mallon deserves all the plaudits for an historic and compelling All-Ireland senior championship win, Ellen Sexton’s weekend U18 win at Eglish deserves more than an honourable mention for best supporting role.

In her U18 win, Sexton showed the kind of promise that could see her challenge the all-conquering Mallon in the coming years. She demonstrated incredible composure, grit, determination and no small measure of sheer class in her win over Ulster’s Michaela Greene.