Ulster Hockey’s U16 Girls team emerged victorious in yesterday’s Interprovincial Match against Leinster, in a closely contested game at the Uniphar U16 Girls InterPro Final. The match was held at UCD and was broadcast live on the Hockey Ireland YouTube channel, attracting thousands of viewers from all over the world.
The Ulster team put on a stunning performance, with their players demonstrating impressive skill, determination, and teamwork throughout the game. They showed great resilience in the face of a strong challenge from the Leinster team, ultimately securing a hard-fought victory.
The victory was a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Ulster Hockey team, who have been training hard for months in preparation for the Interprovincial Match. The team is made up of some of the best young players in Northern Ireland, and their success in the match is a testament to their talent, skill, and passion for the sport.
Ulster Hockey U16 girls coach, Davy Menaul, expressed his delight at the team’s victory, saying: “The Ulster U16s have been training since July 2022. During this time the entire training group of athletes have pushed each other every session to improve. Leading to the final we have used our full squad of 28 athletes and the results and performances is not only testament to the quality of every athlete but also to the hard work the group has put into the Ulster 16s programme.”
The Uniphar U16 Girls InterPro Final is an important event in the Irish hockey calendar, bringing together some of the most talented young players in the country. The tournament features teams from all four provinces, and it provides a valuable platform for young players to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level.
The Ulster Hockey team’s win at the Uniphar U16 Girls InterPro Final is a significant achievement for the team, and the sport as a whole. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players, coaches and support staff, who have worked tirelessly to develop and promote the sport at the grassroots level. Congratulations to everyone involved and everyone who supported the team throughout.
