Inagh‑Kilnamona win first Clare Senior Hurling Championship

Inagh‑Kilnamona claimed their inaugural Clare Senior Hurling Championship title, defeating neighbours Kilmaley 2‑18 to 1‑14 in the final.

The victory makes Inagh‑Kilnamona the 13th different club to win the senior honour in the past 23 years. After a tight first half, the side surged ahead in the final straight, outscoring Kilmaley 1‑6 to 0‑2.

A switch by David Fitzgerald to midfield created space for a trio of points, followed by scores from captain Aidan McCarthy, playmaker Sean Rynne and substitute Niall Mullins, giving Inagh‑Kilnamona a four‑point lead entering injury time.

Fred Hegarty sealed the win in the 63rd minute, cutting inside from a pass and firing home the decisive goal, securing a four‑point margin.

Kilmaley had led early, building a 1‑3 to 0‑1 advantage and later a 1‑8 to 1‑7 edge, but missed several chances, including a tipped shot by goalkeeper Eamonn Foudy.

Scorers for Inagh‑Kilnamona included Aidan McCarthy (3f) and Fred Hegarty (1‑5), with David Fitzgerald adding five points. Kilmaley’s Sean O’Loughlin topped their tally with 1‑3.

The match was refereed by Niall Malone.

Source: Clare Champion. Photo: Zak Mogel / Pexels.