Champions Castlehaven Defeat Mallow in Impressive Victory
Castlehaven Clinch Victory Over Mallow in Tense Encounter
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Haven’s Second-Half Control Secures Progress
castlehaven have booked their spot in the next round of the competition,overcoming a spirited Mallow side in a hard-fought contest. While Mallow enjoyed periods of possession, particularly with Shane Merritt orchestrating play from midfield, Castlehaven’s clinical finishing and defensive resolve ultimately proved the difference.
Key Moments Define the Match
The game kicked off with an exchange of early points.E.g. Kelleher opened the scoring for Mallow in the fifth minute, only for Collins to respond with a free. A brilliant two-point effort from Mallow’s Dillon then levelled the scores, marking the only time the sides were level throughout the match.
Mallow edged ahead towards the end of the opening quarter,with Taylor setting up O’Rourke for a classy point from just inside the arc.However, Castlehaven responded with a moment of brilliance. A flowing move involving Conor Cahalane and Cathal Maguire’s pace culminated in jack Cahalane finding the net for the game’s only goal, giving The Haven a significant boost.
Despite the setback, Mallow showed resilience. O’Rourke quickly added his second point, but their first-half performance was marred by six wides.The challenge intensified for Mallow when Taylor received a black card for a foul on Jack Cahalane, leaving them a player down.
The Haven managed to extend their lead by half-time, with Collins and Michael Maguire adding to their tally, sandwiching another point from Dillon. Castlehaven went into the break with a 1-5 to 0-6 advantage.
The second half saw Castlehaven maintain their composure and control. They played with the efficiency needed to see out the game, demonstrating why they are considered a strong contender.
What’s Next for Both Sides
With this victory,Castlehaven will now face Valley Rovers when the competition resumes. Mallow, simultaneously occurring, will look to regroup and prepare for their upcoming clash against Newcestown.
Scorers Breakdown
Castlehaven: M Collins 0-6 (0-3 f, 1 2pt), J Cahalane 1-0, C Maguire 0-3 (1 2pt), S Browne, C Cahalane, M Hurley, M Maguire 0-1 each.
Mallow: J Dillon 0-4 (1 2pt, 0-1 f), M O’Rourke 0-3, E Kelleher 0-2, S McDonnell (f), M Taylor, J Glynn 0-1 each.
Team lineups
CASTLEHAVEN: Cahabelane; J O’Regan,A God,Sallane; M Collins,R Minihane,C Make; A. Brown, Brown, J Canhale, J Walsh; M Magy, Change, M Hurley.
Subs: J O’Driscoll for J Walsh (47).
MALLOW: K Doyle; B Myers, P Lyons, G Daly; T Kiely, M Taylor, J Glynn; S merritt, A Bolster; S McDonnell, M O’Rourke, J Dillon; M Tobin, K Sheehan, E Kelleher.
Subs: C Mullins for Tobin, J Loughrey for Sheehan (both 40), E Stanton for O’Rourke (52), P Britton for Kiely (60).
Referee: Robert Whelan (Kilworth).