Ireland placed 2nd in Division A at the Europe Netball Open Challenge this past weekend.
Eight international teams flew to Wales to compete in the tournament from 10-14 May 2023. Ireland’s Senior Squad got off to a great start with a close 46-45 win against UAE. Ireland’s second match also saw the team secure a 72-25 win against Malta. Team Ireland suffered a 41-81 loss in a contested friendly against Wales Development squad (non-ranking match).
What a great day 2 at the Europe Netball 2023 Open Netball Challenge🏐
Amazing to have so many teams from across Europe here at House of Sport… well played every single one of you!
Tune into our socials tomorrow for more action and live results! pic.twitter.com/dwcqNhMOQe
— Cardiff City House of Sport (@HouseofSportCDF) May 11, 2023
After a 49-30 victory against Isle Of Man, Ireland climbed to the first position in their pool.
The semi-finals saw the squad face Malta again, where their 76-31 win earned them a spot in the final – Ireland would face UAE for a rematch in the fight to claim gold. Both teams gave a fantastic performance but in the end, UAE was crowned champions after a 63-54 win.
Runners Up in the European Open Challenge 🥈 pic.twitter.com/R0vSOJ65D6
— Netball Ireland (@NetballIreland) May 14, 2023
Ireland Senior Open Squad players 2023:
Fran Duffy (C)
Sophie Murray
Erin Salako
Helen Monaghan
Erin Peters (VC)
Eve Wills
Seren Redmond
Beth Brennan
Ciara Lynch
Natalie Foster
Corey McGlynn
Eimhear O’Prey