Marist Athlone defend Connacht crown as they hold off Sligo Grammar at the death

Connacht Schools Senior Cup final: Marist College, Athlone 24 Sligo Grammar 19 Marist Athlone lived up to their billing when delivering their fifth Connacht Schools Senior Cup crown at Dexcom Stadium with victory over Sligo Grammar for the second year in a row. In the fourth successive final between the two schools, the midlanders were deserved winners, with their physical superiority helping them dominate the exchanges on a perfect afternoon for rugby. It was Sligo that enjoyed the upper hand early on, scoring after 10 minutes. Seán Cashell secured lineout ball...