Shannon stay in sight of title

Blackrock College 15 Shannon 26

Shannon's grip on the Division One title remains a firm one after they overhauled Blackrock College at Stradbrook.

Shannon needed a win to keep themselves in play-off contention, and their fourth success in five league games sees them stay in fourth place, ahead of Garryowen on scoring difference.

Four penalties from full-back Fionn Carr had 'Rock leading 12-10 at half-time, but crucially winger Pat O'Connor got over for Shannon's first try just before the interval.

The champions took control in the second half, centre Andrew Thompson kicked three further penalties before full-back Andrew Finn dotted down in injury-time.