Harry Hester in action against Cashel today.

Cashel outfoxed by clever Navan performance

After losing to Cashel in their last game of 2018 Navan kick-started 2019 with a rousing 20-13 AIL Div 2A victory over the same opposition with the help of a dramatic late try from full-back Paddy Fox at Balreask Old today. 

The sides were level as the game entered the last few minutes but a precise crossfield pass from Colm O'Reilly allowed Fox in for a super try, brillinatly converted by Brian Haugh to give Ray Moloney's side. 

Cashel looked like they might be set for a win when they scored early on with a James Ryan try but Haugh kicked two penalties. He also stole in for a try shortly before half-time, which he converted to put the home side 13-5 ahead at the break. 

In second place before kick-off Cashel hauled themselves back on level terms with a try from Keith Melbourne and a penalty scored by Jonty Rae. A draw looked likely however in the closing minutes Fox gathered to score in the corner and send the home supporters into raptures of excitement.

See match report, comments and photogrpahs from game in the next issue of the Meath Chronicle