Leinster League Division 2
South East Lions battled hard against Greystones in the Leinster League Division 2, but a strong start from Greystones proved decisive as they secured a 43–24 victory.
Greystones came flying out of the blocks, racing into a 19–0 lead with three tries and two conversions. The Lions faced an uphill battle early on but responded with determination, getting themselves on the scoreboard through Clodadh Dee, whose try brought the score to 19–5. Lucy McCormack added the conversion to make it 19–7.
The Lions continued to fight back, with Lily Sidney crossing for another try to close the gap further. However, Greystones responded with a try of their own and a successful conversion to extend their advantage to 26–12.
Despite the challenging first half, South East Lions showed plenty of resilience and went into the break determined to get back into the contest.
The Lions made an excellent start to the second half, with Shannon Codd touching down for a try. Clodadh Dee added the conversion, bringing the score to 26–19 and giving the Lions renewed hope.
Greystones, however, responded strongly, scoring two further tries to stretch their lead to 38–19, with one successful conversion.
The Lions refused to give up, and Taylor Kinnard crossed for another try to reduce the deficit to 38–24, keeping the pressure on Greystones.
However, Greystones had the final say, scoring one more try to bring the final score to 43–24.
Final Score
South East Lions 24–43 Greystones
Although the result did not go the Lions' way, there were encouraging signs in their attacking play and determination throughout the match. Tries from Clodadh Dee, Lily Sidney, Shannon Codd and Taylor Kinnard, alongside conversions from Lucy McCormack and Clodadh Dee, highlighted the Lions' ability to fight back after a difficult start.
The Lions will look to build on those positive moments as they continue their Leinster League Division 2 campaign. 🏉
South East Lions battled hard against Greystones in the Leinster League Division 2, but a strong start from Greystones proved decisive as they secured a 43–24 victory.
Greystones came flying out of the blocks, racing into a 19–0 lead with three tries and two conversions. The Lions faced an uphill battle early on but responded with determination, getting themselves on the scoreboard through Clodadh Dee, whose try brought the score to 19–5. Lucy McCormack added the conversion to make it 19–7.
The Lions continued to fight back, with Lily Sidney crossing for another try to close the gap further. However, Greystones responded with a try of their own and a successful conversion to extend their advantage to 26–12.
Despite the challenging first half, South East Lions showed plenty of resilience and went into the break determined to get back into the contest.
The Lions made an excellent start to the second half, with Shannon Codd touching down for a try. Clodadh Dee added the conversion, bringing the score to 26–19 and giving the Lions renewed hope.
Greystones, however, responded strongly, scoring two further tries to stretch their lead to 38–19, with one successful conversion.
The Lions refused to give up, and Taylor Kinnard crossed for another try to reduce the deficit to 38–24, keeping the pressure on Greystones.
However, Greystones had the final say, scoring one more try to bring the final score to 43–24.
Final Score
South East Lions 24–43 Greystones
Although the result did not go the Lions' way, there were encouraging signs in their attacking play and determination throughout the match. Tries from Clodadh Dee, Lily Sidney, Shannon Codd and Taylor Kinnard, alongside conversions from Lucy McCormack and Clodadh Dee, highlighted the Lions' ability to fight back after a difficult start.
The Lions will look to build on those positive moments as they continue their Leinster League Division 2 campaign. 🏉
