AT the end of the latest edition of the coveted Limerick Senior Hurling Championship, extra time was necessary to separate champions Na Piarsaigh and Doon at the Gaelic Grounds.
Nearing the ordinary finish, Derek McGrath’s side appeared on course for the retention of a title won for the first time only a year ago when captain Darragh O’Donovan fired home a spectacular goal.
However, eight-time winners Na Piarsaigh ensured further entertainment for a decent crowd when the returning Conor Boylan brilliantly netted at the death.
It finished 2-17 apiece after normal time.
In the additional period, Shane O’Neill’s outfit were in better scoring form and triumphed 2-25 to 2-18.
Scorers:
Na Piarsaigh – Kevin Downes (0-7), Adrian Breen (1-2), Conor Boylan (1-1), Peter Casey (0-3), Daithí Dempsey (0-3), Ronan Lynch (0-2), Mike Foley (0-2), William O’Donoghue (0-2), Kieth Dempsey (0-2) and Will Henn (0-1).
Doon – Adam English (0-10), Darragh O’Donovan (1-2), Dean Coleman (1-2), Eddie Stokes (0-2), Pat Ryan (0-1), Donal Coughlan (0-1).
Earlier the Premier Intermediate also finished level between Garryspillane and Effin, with The Bouncers emerging winners after a penalty shootout.