Glen Dimplex All Ireland Intermediate Championship Antrim v Offaly, Cedral St. Conleth’s Park, Newbridge, Kildare
Preview and photos from Antrim Camogie PRO, Michael Corcoran
Antrim Camogie supporters are in for a treat this Saturday, with the All Ireland semi final against Offaly to be played in excellent conditions, and if we were of the gentle type, we might wince at the prospect of it being forecast to be close to 28/29 degrees, a proverbial heat wave. But that’s nothing that can’t be resolved by sitting in the shade of the stand in an airy Antrim top or if you are on holidays, find a shady spot by the pool and pray the wifi will stay up for the live stream – details to be released later.
Antrim have arrived at Cedral St. Conleth’s by topping the table with three out of three wins in the group 1 games, whilst Offaly’s route was via the quarter final game against Carlow ending 3-18 to 2-09 for Offaly. Both Antrim and Offaly have already met in the group 1 round 1 game in Portglenone. Antrim took the win by two points and learned that Offaly can score goals, with Mairead Teehan (14) slotting two goals at close quarters and will be looking to repeat something similar and will bring that capability to Saturday’s game, a stern test for Antrim’s back lines.
Supporters will then be curious to learn of Antrim’s line out for Saturday. We already know that Cassie McArthur and Evanne Martin are sitting this game out due to injury. That creates the prospect of two other names starting and Antrim will reveal the team tomorrow morning as part of their e-teamsheet distribution to supporters that has proved very engaging and successful.
Questions arise then to add to the excitement, namely how will each team handle the forecasted heat, will there be any green flags raised and by whom and who will come out the victor to continue their journey to an All Ireland final in Croke Park? Stay tuned, all will be revealed tomorrow. Throw in is at 1pm for Antrim’s game, whilst Kerry play Down at 3pm in the same venue.