Roche Emmets vs Dundalk Young Irelands

The U12 girls saw their unbeaten run come to an end against Young Irelands in Roche last Thursday night but their strong finish to the fixture, which included three goals, raised spirits ahead of the second-round programme of fixtures.

Without the influential Molly O’Callaghan and Erin Grier among others, the team gave it their all against impressive opposition from Young Irelands.

Back, from left: Caoimhe Gaskin, Prayer Adjar, Naoise Marmion, Anna Kearns, Sophie McKay, Cara McCourt, Caoimhe Dunne, Alanna Marmion, Daisy Connolly, Erin Grier; front, from left: Chloe Dunne, Faye Kirk, Sophie McDonnell, Orlaith Kirk, Carlee Brown, Lucia McArdle, Eabha Callan

Still, the progress made by the girls is evident and encouragement will be taken from aspects of the display.

Roche: Caoimhe Gaskin, Prayer Adjar, Naoise Marmion, Anna Kearns, Sophie McKay, Cara McCourt, Caoimhe Dunne, Alanna Marmion, Daisy Connolly, Chloe Dunne, Faye Kirk, Sophie McDonnell, Orlaith Kirk, Carlee Brown, Lucia McArdle, Eabha Callan

Referee: Martin McCourt