All Ireland Schools Camogie D semi-final
St Dominic’s 2-03 Newcastle West (Limerick) 1-14
PICS BY BERT TROWLEN
In a game defined by grit and clinical point-scoring, St Dominic’s saw their All-Ireland journey come to an end at Davitt Park against a highly disciplined Newcastle West side. Despite the home advantage and a performance filled with trademark Ulster spirit, the Belfast champions were unable to overcome a relentless second-half surge from their Limerick opponents, finishing on a scoreline of 2-03 to 1-14.
The match began as a tactical battle, with Newcastle West finding their range early from a free. However, St Dominic’s ignited the home crowd in the 5th minute when Aoife Fitzsimons found the back of the net with a brilliantly taken goal from play. The opening period remained a physical, end-to-end affair; while the Limerick side began to find their rhythm with a series of points, St Dominic’s remained composed. Erin Stewart struck a fine point from play, and Maeve Devlin displayed her dead-ball accuracy by slotting a point from a 45-meter free to keep the deficit manageable as the sides headed into the break.
The restart provided the highlight of the match for the Belfast supporters. Just a minute into the second half, Aoife Fitzsimons struck again, rifling home her second goal of the afternoon to level the scores. At that moment, momentum seemed to be swinging toward the Ulster champions. However, the turning point followed shortly after as Newcastle West responded with remarkable composure. The visitors began to exert control in the middle of the field, utilizing their bench to inject fresh energy, notably through Sarah Cagney who added two quick points.
As the second half progressed, the clinical accuracy of Hazel Horgan proved to be the difference. While St Dominic’s defended bravely and fought for every breaking ball, Newcastle West managed to reel off a succession of points from both play and placed balls. Despite the tireless work rate of players like Hannah McAllister and the defensive efforts of Abaigh McNally, the scoring gap widened in the final quarter. St Dominic’s fought until the final whistle, but the consistency of the Munster champions ultimately secured their victory. While disappointed, the St Dominic’s squad can look back on a season where they represented their school and County with immense pride as Ulster champions.
Scoil Naomh Dominic, Béal Feirste
Bainisteoirí: Méabh Cassidy, Elaine Woods
| No. | Name | Club |
| 1 | Aoife Rice | Naomh Pól |
| 2 | Tara Culbert | Naomh Gall |
| 3 | Abaigh McNally | Naomh Pól |
| 4 | Aoibhínn Austin | Naomh Gall |
| 5 | Maisie Monaghan | Naomh Bríd |
| 6 | Cara Lynch | Lámh Dhearg |
| 7 | Amy Gault | Naomh Pól |
| 8 | Maeve Devlin | Naomh Pól |
| 9 | Amelie Annett | Lámh Dhearg |
| 10 | Erin Stewart | Ó.D. Rosa |
| 11 | Hannah McAllister | Naomh Eoin |
| 12 | Aoife Fitzsimons | Lámh Dhearg |
| 13 | Clíona McGinley | Naomh Éanna |
| 14 | Ríonach MacElhatton | Naomh Bríd |
| 15 | Méabh Rooney | Ard Eoin |
Substitutes:
16. Niamh Butler (Lann Abhaigh), 17. Úna McGowan (Lámh Dhearg), 18. Erin Kelly (Loch Mór Dál gCais), 19. Aoife McGivern (Naomh Eoin), 20. Cara O’Neill (Caisleán Uidhilín), 21. Cora McLoughlin (Naomh Eoin), 22. Róise McCourt (Ó.D. Rosa), 23. Chloe Irvine (Ó.D. Rosa), 24. Aoibhínn McDonnell (Naomh Pól).
Scoil Mhuire agus Íde, Newcastle West
Bainisteoirí: Siobhann Hennessy, Julie O’Connor, Mary O’Mahony
| No. | Name | Club |
| 1 | Sarah Doyle | Newcastle West |
| 2 | Emma O’Callaghan | Tournafulla |
| 3 | Cliodhna Heffernan | Newcastle West |
| 4 | Amy Gleeson | Newcastle West |
| 5 | Beanne Larkin | Killeedy |
| 6 | Cora Long | Tournafulla |
| 7 | Olivia O’Brien | Newcastle West |
| 8 | Eabha Kelly | Killeedy |
| 9 | Isabelle O’Brien | Newcastle West |
| 10 | Katie Liston | Killeedy |
| 11 | Grace Kelly | Newcastle West |
| 12 | Hazel Horgan | Newcastle West |
| 13 | Ella Cahill | Newcastle West |
| 14 | Mia Smith | Newcastle West |
| 15 | Kayleigh Hurley | Newcastle West |
Substitutes:
16. Corie O’Connor (Knockaderry), 17. Kate O’Gorman (Newcastle West), 18. Grace Long (Tournafulla), 19. Sarah Cagney (Newcastle West), 20. Keelin Carr (Newcastle West), 21. Muireann Donelon (Killeedy), 22. Millie Mai Dore (Templeglantine), 23. Emma Horgan (Newcastle West), 24. Hollie O’Grady (Newcastle West), 25. Madison McCarthy (Newcastle West), 26. Leah O’Grady (Newcastle West), 27. Amy Mullins (Newcastle West), 28. Karleigh Clarke (Knockaderry), 29. Tara Doyle (St. Kieran’s).
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