THREE 'N' EASY

Coughlan inspires New York to third Junior title in a row

- By PAUL KEANE

OLD reliable Brian Coughlan fired nine points as New York captured a three-in-a-row of All-Ireland JFC titles.

Coughlan has featured in all four finals since the junior Championship was overhauled in 2022, catering mainly for overseas units.

He struck the winning point in the 2023 decider but came of age this time, powering Mick Healy's side to a landmark win on Saturday.

Gearoid Kennedy's two two-pointers were crucial too as New York capped a thrilling campaign by holding onto the silverware.

New York needed extra-time to see off USGAA at the new quarterfinal stage last month.

And they had to come from behind against Warwickshire in Friday night's semifinal at Abbottstown.

They fell behind early on in the Croke Park decider too as London raced into a four-point lead.