Bandon hold off late Aghada rally to claim IAHC title

 

Bandon were crowned Co-Op SuperStores Intermediate A Hurling Champions after overcoming a determined Aghada challenge, securing a 0-25 to 2-18 victory at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

The Lilywhites looked comfortable for much of the contest, building a six-point half-time advantage after producing some excellent attacking hurling. Conor Calnan, Charlie Long and Jack Cullinane were among those to impress as Bandon maintained control throughout the second half.

Darren Crowley’s third point of the afternoon put Bandon eight clear with just four minutes remaining, but Aghada produced a dramatic late response, with goals from Jude Devoy and Pearse O’Neill setting up a tense finish.

However, Bandon held their nerve in the closing stages to secure the county title and bring the silverware back to the Viaduct.