Persistance pays off as Highfield secure promotion to Division 1B

It has been a tale of perseverance for Highfield as the Cork club finally gained promotion to Division 1B of the All-Ireland League after back-to-back second place finishes in recent seasons.

A 27-24 win over Cashel on Saturday guaranteed the Woodleigh Park side top spot with two games to go. For coach Tim Ryan, it was a well deserved success after knocking on the door since being promoted from Division 2B in 2016.