Galwegians secured automatic promotion to UBL Division 1A when they won the Division1b title in a pulsating season-finale contest against their nearest rivals Garryowen at Crowley Park on Saturday. In what was a winner-takes-all contest, Wegians kept their nerve and deservedly held on to pip their rivals amidst dramatic jubilant scenes at a packed Crowley Park.
Wegians won the toss and opted to give their opponents the benefit of a stiff first-half breeze. Garryowen didn’t take long to benefit and they took the lead courtesy of a fifth minute penalty from out-half Jamie Gavin. In what was a nervy opening period, Wegians, playing in their away strip of dark green, were missing too many first up tackles, while the visitors were struggling to make the most of some early opportunities. Full-back Alex Wooton was causing trouble as was no. 8 Josh Hrstich, but they were unable to make the final pass stick…….. CLICK HERE for the full report.