Ian Jones hat-trick fires Uibh Laoire to PIFC title

Uibh Laoire were crowned McCarthy Insurance Group Premier Intermediate Football Champions following an impressive 4-22 to 0-23 victory over Kiskeam at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday evening.

Ian Jones was the standout performer, hitting a superb first-half hat-trick of goals to help Uibh Laoire establish a commanding advantage. Despite trailing by 13 points at one stage, Kiskeam showed tremendous character to fight their way back into contention, reducing the deficit to six points by half-time.

The sides continued to trade scores after the restart, but a fourth goal from Cork star Chris Óg Jones helped Uibh Laoire maintain control. Jones finished with an outstanding 1-10, while Cathal Vaughan also contributed four points.

Kiskeam battled bravely throughout, but Uibh Laoire’s greater firepower proved decisive as they secured the county title and a place in the senior ranks for the first time in 2027.