The All-Ireland Junior B Schools football semi-final took place in Mountmellick, Co Laois on Saturday the 27th of February.  Presentation College, Tuam came out on top to beat a strong side from Loreto College, Wexford. The Wexford girls started strong and scored the game’s first goal, which the Pres girls responded to quickly with a goal from Caoimhe Moran. Both sides traded points in an extremely fast and physical first half. However, the Wexford side notched up another goal, leaving the score at 2-2 to 1-3 at half time.

The Leinster champions struck 1-3 in quick succession without reply, leaving them 8 points ahead with 12 minutes to go. The game seemed to be slipping away at this point and the Pres girls were under tremendous pressure. However, Pres Tuam, showing great strength of character and determination, fought their way back. The turning point of the game was a goal by Louise Reilly, after a great display of teamwork and determination. This sparked the revival. Presentation College Tuam hit two further goals, a penalty kick from Amy O’Donovan and a goal from Niamh Daly to seal the victory.

The final score was 4.09 to 3.07 meaning Presentation College Tuam qualify for the All Ireland Junior B final against Intermediate School Killorglin, which will take place on Saturday March 12th.

All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final
Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford
All Ireland Semi Final
Presentation College Tuam V Loreto College, Wexford