Antrim claims All-Ireland Intermediate title against Laois
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 3:43 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Antrim secured victory over Laois in the All-Ireland Intermediate final on Sunday, returning to the senior grade for 2027. Manager Elaine Dowds praised her team's resilience after recent challenges that included relegation and transitional years. Roisin McCormick, named player of the match, contributed significantly with 1-11. Despite the win, Dowds acknowledged that improvements are necessary for upcoming senior competition. Antrim aims to leverage this success as a foundation for future performances.
- •Antrim wins the All-Ireland Intermediate final against Laois
- •Roisin McCormick scores 1-11 and is named player of the match
- •Manager Elaine Dowds emphasizes resilience amid challenges
- •Antrim seeks improvement heading into next season
- •Team returns to senior grade for 2027
- 3:43 PMYahoo Sports — Dowds proud of Antrim 'resilience' in title win
"Antrim manager Elaine Dowds hails the "resilience" of her players who put some turbulent years behind them to book a return to camogie's senior grade for 2027 with victory over Laois in Sunday's All-Ireland Intermediate final.
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