Sligo Minors make it four Connacht victories in a row
First half started strong for Sligo with Keeva Flynn igniting the fire early scoring a well worked point from play. Roscommon responded well and both Sligo and Roscommon continued to tick scores over the bar.
Gemma O'Callaghan, playing in the wing forward position was a standout player for Sligo throughout the game. She carried the ball through Roscommon defence and picked out Drumcliff Rosses Point's, Katie McDonagh, who hit the ball into the back of the net in the 20th minute of the first half.
The half time score in sunny Bekan was Sligo 2-07 Roscommon 0-06 points.
Roscommon were determined in the second half and came out fighting, gaining a lot of possession. Catherine Gallagher made a few brilliant saves throughout the game. Ellen Giblin added to the drama and got another goal for Sligo.
It was a nail-biting game with both team's neck on neck to the very end.
In the end Sligo's grit and determination prevailed and they proudly lifted the cup for the fourth year in a row.
Sligo LGFA congratulated the team and everyone involved.
'Maith sibh go léir. What an achievement for this bunch of players and their Management Team. We are extremely proud of you all.'
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