GRANEMORE claimed their first ever Armagh senior camogie title with a 2-10 to 2-8 win over Middletown at the Athletic Grounds.
A goal two minutes from the end of time from player of the match Rachel Merry gave Granemore a one-point lead, before a point from Ciarrai Devlin ensured the Fr Tom Soraghan Shield would reside in Granemore for the year.
It was a heartbreaking but fantastic end to what had been a hard-fought and enthralling battle throughout, as Middletown suffered their second final defeat in as many years. Granemore manager Mairéad McCann said Wednesday night’s victory was 40 years in the making and paid tribute to the hard work and dedication from everyone associated with the club.
“Wednesday was 40 years in the making and one hour in the taking. I have such a great feeling, but it’s also one of relief to know that the senior shield is resting in the hills of Granemore," McCann said.
“I made a promise to the girls at the beginning of the year that, if they gave me everything, they'd get their reward and, thankfully, they've now got it. Wednesday night was for everyone in Granemore and reward for the work that has been put in by great, hard-working club people over our 40 years.
“History was made and I'm just delighted to have helped towards the dream being achieved. I now hope this inspires our young camogs as we as a club continue going from strength-to-strength. The wait is over and Granemore are senior champions for 2016, we are looking forward to the Ulster club series and representing Armagh with pride.”
The Armagh club will now take on Derry intermediate champions Dungiven in the Ulster Intermediate Club Championship on Sunday at 2pm in Granemore.
