Last Saturday in Pearse Park, Longford, Monaghan and Tyrone minors experienced differing fortunes. Monaghan lost out after extra time to Connacht champions, Mayo. The Farney county were hanging on to a one point lead until Cathal Freeman fired over an equaliser. Despite five points from Kieran Hughes, Monaghan lost out in extra time on a scoreline of 1-12 to 0-09.
Ulster champions, Tyrone had to withstand a strong Roscommon challenge as they emerged victorious on a scoreline of 1-15 to 1-08 to reach the All Ireland Semi Final. They needed a first half goal from Kyle Coney to go in leading 1-6 to 1-4 at half time. A strong final quarter from the Tyrone lads, with scores from Matthew Donnelly, Patrick McNeice and Ronan Tierney taking them a step further than last year. Tyrone now meet Meath in the All Ireland Semi Final.
By Claire Curran Mon 11th Aug
