Boyle Basketball

Ladies win Top 4 in thrilling final
under 10 girls take Gold in Ballinamore

The Boyle ladies were out in force this past weekend !
The seniors overcame Mohill in a fast paced and exciting match in Boyle last Saturday evening.
Both sides had disposed of their semi final contenders - Roscommon and Carrick on Shannon the previous night. Boyle looked the worst for wear after making hard work of their Roscommon opposition while Mohill with an understrenght bench were more energetic from the off. Boyle ran up a 9 point lead early in the 1st quarter which they duly squandered over the following 25 minutes play. Indeed great credit must go to Mohill for their determination and "never say die" attitude throughtout the game and right to the final whistle. The home side had a 1 point advantage going into the 4th quarter but repeated missed lay-ups and free-throws allowed Mohill to make a serious bid for the title. When team captain Siobhan Conroy had to leave the game with an ankle injury the safe money switched to Mohill. However Devin Finneran who had an outstanding game under the boards for Boyle scored 4 points in quick succession to give her side a well needed lift. Last year's MVP Saoirse O'Flaherty raised her game and a blistering 3 pointer followed by 3 strong drives to the hoop put the game well and truly beyond Mohill's reach with 2 minutes to go. This was a fantastic game of basketball and credit must go to both sides for the sporting manner in which it was played.

Boyle 51 : Mohill 39.

Boyle were presented with the Top 4 trophies and also the League Cup for the second year running.
Mohill captain Sara Mulligan was a worthy recipient of the Final MVP award.

The under 10 girls took the gold medals in the Shannonside blitz in Ballinamore last Sunday. Jackie Valentine has done a great job coaching the girls all season and the win follows their success in the pre Christmas Blitz in Boyle. Well done Jackie ! Well done Girls !

Boyle will host the Under 16 girls blitz this Sunday 21st March commencing at 9:30am in the Sports Complex.