Kilcoo and Crosserlough faced off in a thrilling Ulster championship match that had fans on the edge of their seats. The game started with Cavan champions, Crosserlough, taking the lead with a goal from James Smith. However, Kilcoo quickly responded with a point from Ryan Johnston, showing that they were not going to be outdone.
Both teams displayed physicality and aggression throughout the match, with Crosserlough matching Kilcoo at every turn. However, their aggressive play resulted in a black card for Oran Rehill, giving Kilcoo an advantage which they capitalized on with consecutive scores from Jerome Johnston and Paul Devlin.
Crosserlough fought back with scores from captain Peter Smith and goalkeeper Shane McManus, who even got involved in the play by scoring a point. The game remained tight as both teams traded blows, but Kilcoo managed to take the lead just before halftime.
The second half saw Kilcoo come out strong, extending their lead with Darryl Branagan getting the first score. Crosserlough fought back to equalize, but Kilcoo regained the lead with Devlin’s accurate kicking. Despite Crosserlough’s best efforts, Kilcoo maintained their lead and secured their spot in the semi-finals.
The match was not without its drama, as Crosserlough received multiple black cards, leaving them with 14 men on the field at crucial moments. Kilcoo took advantage of this, with Devlin scoring crucial points to seal the victory.
Overall, it was a hard-fought battle between two talented teams, but Kilcoo’s determination and skill ultimately saw them through to the next round of the championship. Both teams showed great sportsmanship and fighting spirit, making it an exciting match for all who watched.
