Antrim U16s start with good win in Fermanagh

Fermanagh 0-7 Antrim 3-16

Antrim U16LGFA team worked hard to see off a determined Fermanagh team at Derrylin.

Antrim came out of the traps with a stunning individual goal by Aoibhean Monaghan and a quick point from JoJo Darragh. Despite several other opportunities to extend the lead they didn’t manage to shake off the Erne girls who stayed in touch with a number of well struck frees.

Antrim continued to press and a period of quick scores from Erin Stewart, Chloe Boyd -Munce and the ever dangerous Monaghan meant they looked comfortable at halftime leading 1-8?to 0-5.

The second half saw Antrim maintain an impressive level of consistency while refreshing players throughout. 28 players contributing to the win.

In a strong defensive performance with Seana Bradley, Lila McCann and Sally Scullion dominant Antrim held the home side to just 2 points in the second period.

Spurred on by the efforts of Siobhan McGurk and Aoife Fitzsimons at midfield the forward line continued to pick off scores. The tireless running of Hannah Mead and the sharpshooting of her teammates allowed the young Saffs to stretch away and take the points.