


Hanniffy was involved again, providing a pass for Aoife Donohue, and the Mullagh star pointed from the left wing. Galway retook the lead shortly after the resumption. The scoreline of 0-6 apiece at the interval reflected the competitiveness of the Banner challenge. O’Loughlin was lucky to escape with a yellow card after a loose swing on Sarah Dervan, shortly before half time. Áine O’Loughlin and McNamara (two frees), ensured Galway never went more than one point ahead.Ĭlare were robust and turned the middle third into a physical battle zone, with some of their tackling crossing the line at times. Niamh McPeake (0-2) and Dolan (free) edged Galway ahead three times, but on each occasion, Clare replied with scores. The teams traded 0-3 apiece, during a very even second quarter. Five minutes later the home side were level, as McNamara added two points (one free) to her tally. Niamh Hanniffy then sent over an excellent score on the run, to make it 0-3 to 0-1. Carrie Dolan soon nailed a difficult free for Galway from the left wing.
