Connacht Junior Cup Final 13/5/2012

  • May 17,2012
Athenry's bid for a hat trick of Connacht Junior Cup title's came up just short in Sunday's decider at Deacy Park, Terryland when they were beaten by Westport United in a penalty shootout.
The contest finished scoreless after extra time, with the Mayo visitors prevailing by 4-2 in the dreaded shootout.
Westport goalkeeper Gary Cunningham collected the man of the match award for his prowess in the penalty contest, as his two saves proved crucial as the trophy returned to the club for the first time in 25 years.
Chances were certainly at a premium throughout the 110 minutes of action, as very windy conditions made matters difficult for the players.
In the shootout, David Hoban, Danny Scahill, Darren Browne and Kevin Joyce were all on the mark for the visitors, while just Steophen Rabbitte and Ray Moran could do likewise for Athenry.