Austin Stacks B 0-7 — 2-12 Laune Rangers B
Laune Rangers B produced a commanding performance to defeat Austin Stacks B by 11 points in a one-sided encounter at Connolly Park. The visitors put in a strong, consistent display across both halves, with standout contributions from Adam Owens, Cian O’Shea, and Eoin Evans.
From the throw-in, Laune Rangers B established an early advantage. Cian O’Shea opened the scoring with two quick points from play, while Adam Owens and Eoin Evans soon joined the action.
A turning point came at 25th, when Eoin Evans fired home the first goal of the match, pushing Laune Rangers into a 5-point lead. Adam Carey pulled off a fantastic save to deny Stacks a certain goal in the closing minutes of the first half. By half-time, they led 1-6 to 0-3, having kept Austin Stacks B from gaining any significant foothold.
Half Time: Austin Stacks B 0-3, Laune Rangers 1-6 (9).
Laune Rangers B resumed the second half with the same intensity, and Ronan O’Shea opened the second half scoring. Adam Owens then took centre stage, scoring a series of points and adding a brilliant goal at 16th minute, widening the gap to 11 points.
Further contributions from Jack O’Sullivan and Cian O’Shea ensured there would be no comeback for Austin Stacks B. The visitors added six second-half points to finish with 2-12 (18 points) on the scoreboard.
Austin Stacks B, despite some good individual efforts, were unable to break down the Rangers’ defence and finished with a total of 0-7.
Laune Rangers B showcased impressive depth and accuracy, outplaying Austin Stacks B in all areas of the pitch. Their high work rate especially in defence and clinical finishing in front of goal made the difference, securing a deserved 11-point win away from home.
FT: Austin Stacks B 0-7, Laune Rangers B 2-12
Laune Rangers: – Adam Carey, Devin Hogan, Liam Croke, Daniel Evans, Cillian Foley, Gavin O’Shea, Eoghan Joy, Tom Garry, Cillian Buckley, Adam Owens (1-5, 1f), Jack O’Sullivan (0-1), Ronan O’Shea (0-1), Cian O’Shea (0-5, 2f), Eoin Evans (1-0), Morgan O’Sullivan. Subs: Colm O’Shea, Sean O’Donnell, Eoin Lynch, Gavan Mangan.