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Maria O'Neill secures Golden Boot as Antrim top scorer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 6:39 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Maria O'Neill secures Golden Boot as Antrim top scorer
Summary

Maria O'Neill has been awarded the Golden Boot after finishing as the top scorer in all three grades of the LGFA. O'Neill contributed significantly to Antrim's victory in the Junior final, scoring a total of 11-20 during the campaign. She highlighted the efforts of her teammates as integral to her success, expressing gratitude for their support. Antrim's triumph over Carlow not only earned them the title but also a promotion back to the intermediate grade. Looking ahead, O'Neill aims to compete strongly in the upcoming season, with a focus on their club semi-final against St Paul's this Sunday.

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  • •O'Neill finished the season with 11 goals and 20 points.
  • •Antrim defeated Carlow to win the LGFA Junior title.
  • •O'Neill credits her teammates for her scoring accomplishments.
  • •Antrim will compete in Division Two football in 2027.
  • •They face St Paul's in the Antrim senior semi-final this Sunday.
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  • 6:39 AMYahoo Sports — 'Wee bonus' as O'Neill collects top-scorer award
What they're saying
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Antrim's Maria O'Neill says winning the Golden Boot "adds to the year" having been confirmed as top scorer across all three grades.

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