A combination of hurlers from Presentation College and Gaelcholaiste Carlow came out the winning-side of a tough encounter with Knockbeg College on Friday afternoon on a score-line of 5.4 to 3.5.

Played at the Presentation grounds, the home team trailed by four points at halftime as Knockbeg dominated the early proceedings. However, second-half goals from Brian Louw and Ben Nolan proved crucial in overturning the deficit, sparking joyous scenes at the end as players celebrated a hard-fought victory.

Team and scorers. (All Presentation College unless stated otherwise)

1. Harry O’ Donnchu (GCC)

2. Axel O’Rock

3. Brandon O’Dean (GCC)

4. Cathal McNamara

5. Jamie O’Dean (GCC)

6. Jack McDonald

7. Danny McMahon

8. Peter Brion Parle (GCC)

9. Calum Nolan-Swayne (1.0)

10. Josh McGrath

11. Ronán O’ Dubhlaoich (GCC) (0.2)

12. Alex McGrath

13. Ben Nolan (1.1)

14. Brian Lou (3.1)

15. Seán Nolan