Tipperary U16A Open Munster Campaign With Impressive Win Over Waterford

Tipperary U16A started their Munster Championship journey in strong fashion on Friday afternoon, securing a well-earned 2-14 to 4-4 victory over Waterford in an entertaining and fast-paced encounter at Fethard Town Park.

The home side began brightly, settling quicker into the contest despite Waterford opening the scoring through Aine Desmond and Millie Brett from play. Tipperary responded with accuracy and composure, with early points from Orla Pamplin, Rebecca Hewitt, Emma Cullinan, and Farrah Madigan, who was a driving force throughout the first half.

A key moment arrived at the 18-minute mark when Rebecca Hewitt finished superbly to the net, putting Tipp firmly in control after sustained pressure. Waterford kept themselves in touch with a goal from a Ruby Hallinan penalty on 30 minutes, but Tipperary’s consistent point-taking ensured a healthy lead at the interval.
Half-time: Tipperary 1-11 (14), Waterford 1-4 (7).

The second half saw Waterford enjoy a strong spell, with goals from Ruby Hallinan and Millie Brett narrowing the gap and threatening a comeback. Tipp, however, showed resilience and maturity, tightening defensively while continuing to create chances.

At a crucial stage, Farrah Madigan stepped up once again—this time converting a penalty at 08:52 to restore Tipperary’s momentum. Additional scores from Emma Cullinan, Aoibhinn Harris, Pamplin, and substitute Lily Gillespie ensured Tipp maintained control despite Waterford finding late consolation through Leah Queally, who finished their fourth goal.

Ultimately, Tipp’s consistency, strong work rate, and depth across the squad proved decisive, closing out the game with a deserved six-point victory.

Full-time: Tipperary 2-14 (20), Waterford 4-4 (16).

Scorers

Tipperary

• Farrah Madigan – 1-3 (including penalty goal)

• Rebecca Hewitt – 1-2 (goal from play)

• Orla Pamplin – 0-3

• Emma Cullinan – 0-3

• Aoibhinn Harris – 0-2

• Emma Neary – 0-2

• Alyssa Kerrigan – 0-1

• Zoe Duggan / Lily Gillespie – 0-1 (as per event sequence)

Waterford

• Ruby Hallinan – 2-1 (goal from penalty + late goal)

• Millie Brett – 1-1

• Aine Desmond – 0-2

• Leah Queally – 1-0

• Additional points from play dispersed across forwards