Rathmolyon secure Leinster final spot

Gary Cole's 39th minute goal proved to be the crucial score as Rathmolyon booked their place in the Leinster club JHC final with a thrilling 1-11 to 1-8 semi-final win over Laois champion's Colt at Trim today. The Meath IHC champions led by 0-7 to 1-3 at half-time despite hitting nine wides in that opening period. However after the break they were more economical with fewer chances and when Cole netted to make it 1-9 to 1-4 it put them in the driving seat. The Laois side's chances evaporated when Gearoid Parkinson was sent-off with nine minutes remaining.