The Women’s 2nd XV hosted Kilkenny 1st XV in Round 3 of the Leinster Women’s League Division 3, falling 21–7 after a strong second-half display.
Kilkenny opened the scoring early, running in three first-half tries to establish a commanding lead at the break. However, Navan regrouped after the restart, showing renewed determination in both attack and defence.
Out-half Anna McGarry, was named Player of the Match, who directed play effectively, with Tara Quinn and Kaetlin Wallace delivering standout performances in the pack.
Full-back Rosie O’Neill was solid under pressure, confidently fielding Kilkenny’s kicking game, while Leanne O’Neill scored Navan’s only try following a well-worked phase, converted by McGarry.
Navan now take a deserved break before travelling to face Barnhall J1 on Sunday, 2nd November.
NavanPlayer of the Match “Sponsored by The Central”: Anna McGarry.
Lauren Fitzpatrick, Róisín Watters, Anna Mennis, Kaetlin Wallace, Victoria Quinn, Keelan O'Connor, Tara Quinn, Martina O'Neill, Paula Keating, Anna McGarry, Leanne O'Neill, Aisling Kelly, Alanna Caffrey, Kym McGrath, Rosanna O'Neill.
Replacements:
Mary-Louise Bridgeman, Sinead Ryan, Shaunagh Keogan, Bronagh O’Sullivan, Geraldine Lynch.
Navan Player of the Match “Sponsored by The Central”: Anna McGarry.