Niamh Dwyer inspires Fr Mathews to comeback win in Women’s National Cup decider

The 43-year-old led a third-quarter rally which left Liffey Celtics stunned.

MVP Fr Mathews’ Niamh Dwyer with her niece Frankie Desmond and her children Reece and Eden presented by Jason Thornton, Chair of the NABC. Pic: INPHO/James Crombie

Fr Mathews mounted a third-quarter comeback to stun Liffey Celtics and claim their first NICC Women’s National Cup, following a 59-52 win over Liffey Celtics at the National Basketball Arena on Saturday. 

43-year-old Niamh Dwyer rolled back the years, racking up an 18-point second half, to inspire her side the victory and claim the MVP in the process.