South East Lions produced an excellent team performance to secure a hard-fought 31–24 victory away to Old Belvedere on Sunday, 1st November.

The Lions showed great determination, attacking intent and resilience throughout an entertaining contest, with both sides contributing to an exciting encounter.

Old Belvedere opened the scoring with an early try to take a 5–0 lead. However, the Lions responded brilliantly, with Clodagh Dee crossing for a try and adding the conversion to put South East Lions ahead 7–5.

The Lions continued to build momentum, with Lily Sidney getting over the line for another try, converted by Clodagh Dee, extending the advantage to 14–5.

Old Belvedere responded with a try of their own to narrow the gap, but the Lions finished the first half strongly. Nessa Carty added another try to give South East Lions a deserved 19–10 lead at half-time.

Old Belvedere came out strongly after the break, scoring a converted try to bring the score back to 19–17 and put the pressure on the visitors.

The Lions responded in style, with Seana Kane touching down for another important try to extend the lead to 26–17.

Old Belvedere refused to give up and crossed for another try, bringing the score to 26–24 and setting up a tense finish.

However, the Lions showed tremendous character and composure when it mattered most. Sineád Barron crossed for the decisive try, taking South East Lions to 31 points and sealing an impressive victory.

Full-time: South East Lions 31–24 Old Belvedere.

A fantastic result for the South East Lions, with tries from Clodagh Dee, Lily Sidney, Nessa Carty, Seana Kane and Sineád Barron. Clodagh Dee also contributed two conversions.

The team can be proud of their attacking rugby, determination and ability to respond under pressure. A brilliant team effort and a well-earned win!