Clonmel Commercials 3:07– 1:09 Lattin Cullen/Emly

An even contest between two strong-running sides saw Clonmel Commercials edge out Lattin Cullen/Emly in an exciting U21 Division 3 encounter.

The game began at a high tempo with both teams matching each other in intensity. Lattin Cullen/Emly opened the scoring with an early point and looked composed in the early exchanges. However, Clonmel Commercials soon found their rhythm, looking particularly dangerous when driving at goal.

By half-time, the Commercials had found the net twice, but Lattin Cullen/Emly’s sharp point-taking kept them well in the contest. The score at the break read Clonmel Commercials 2:02, Lattin Cullen/Emly 0:07 – a slender one-point advantage for the Clonmel outfit.

Clonmel pushed on after the break, adding some fine scores and gradually extending their lead to seven points midway through the half. Despite this, Lattin Cullen/Emly continued to battle bravely. They enjoyed plenty of possession and launched multiple attacks, but the Commercials' defence held firm under pressure.

A late goal from Lattin Cullen/Emly sparked hopes of a comeback, narrowing the deficit to four points, but time ran out before they could bridge the gap further.

A strong finish from Clonmel Commercials sealed a well-earned win in what was a spirited and high-quality contest.