Well done to the Under 15 Mungret Community College hurling team who won the John Stack Munster Hurling Title at The Bog Garden in Rathkeale, defeating Boherbue Comprehensive School.
It was a very close encounter. Boherbue started strong, scoring a goal and a number of points in quick succession. Mungret responded well with a great goal from Josh Rohan. Thomas Slavin scored an important free to reduce the deficit. At half time, Mungret trailed by five points. They finished the first half well. Cian Reilly came out the field winning great ball in the full back line while David Lynch, Eamonn Lyons, Conall Leenane, Jack Houlihan and Paddy Ahern showed great determination in defence. Mungret Community College knew they needed a massive effort to win this game.
At the beginning of the second half, Conall Leenane caught a great ball near the dugout, which was received by a great roar from the Mungret supporters. Following this, Mungret rallied scoring five inspirational points in a row. Jamie Byrne scored two fantastic scores from long range. This built great momentum for Mungret CC. Robert Purtill at midfield scored a fantastic point, shooting high and landing over the bar. A great score for the First Year student. Mark Neligan showed fantastic leadership, scoring a super point on the sideline which instilled great belief in the Mungret CC team.
Thomas Slavin and Sam Roche worked tirelessly, making countless runs up and down the pitch. Sam Roche retreated to support the half back line and caught great ball, delivering it long into the inside forwards. Thomas Slavin scored two extremely significant frees which put Mungret Community College ahead by one point. Sean Walsh worked extremely hard on the wing throughout the game and showed great heart winning countless possessions. Jack Houlihan gave an exhibition at half back, winning the ball on numerous occasions. His blocking, hooking and clearances proved crucial.
Boherbue brought their corner forward out to the middle of the field. This meant that Eamonn Lyons had to play an alternative role. This worked to Mungret’s advantage as Eamonn secured a number of possessions. A massive score came towards the end of the game. With Mungret CC ahead by a point, Josh Rohan was on the attack, he handpassed a ball across the square. Everyone expected Conall Boyle to catch it but to our surprise instead he showed fantastic skill in striking the ball in mid air reaching the top left hand corner of the net. The crowd erupted. It was a fantastic goal, something you would see on the Sunday Game. What a finish. Boyle celebrated and Mungret CC were in the driving seat with a four point lead.
This gave the Limerick men great momentum and proved to be a key moment in the game. With time running out, Boherbue scored a point from a free, creating a tense finish. Sean Moriarty made a great save in the closing stages of the game. This helped Mungret CC stay three points clear of their opponents. In the final play, the Cork side lobbed the ball in, but the centre back, Paddy Ahern came out with the ball securing victory for Mungret Community College.
Aherne gave an exceptional display at centre back, marking a very skillful centre forward. He won this battle, showing hard work and determination. Cian Reilly provided a masterclass at full back, attacking the ball and breaking the tackle each time. Every player on the pitch was phenomenal.
History was made at The Bog Garden as this group became the first ever panel at Mungret Community College to win a Munster Hurling Title. Each panel member making a huge contribution to the victory. A squad that epitomised sheer determination, grit, resilience and amazing character. They have become great champions. Unbeaten all year, winning every game that they have played. They have trained extremely hard, putting in a serious effort every night at training.
Their coaches Mr. Whelan, Mr. Devereux and Mr. Carmody are extremely proud of this group. What a day.
MCC U15 Munster Hurling Champions 2025
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