Portaferry Faces Sleacht Néill in Ulster Final

Portaferry, the three-time Down champions, are set to face Sleacht Néill in the Ulster Senior Hurling Championship final, aiming for their first title since 2014. Despite recent setbacks, including a heavy defeat to Sleacht Néill in the 2022 semi-finals and a dramatic loss to Cushendall last year, Portaferry is determined to learn from past mistakes. The team has been bolstered by a strong performance against Ballygalget, where Tom McGrattan scored 1-8. Sleacht Néill enters the final as favorites after their impressive victory over Cushendall in the semi-finals, marking a significant achievement for their new manager, Paul McCormack. Both teams will showcase their skills at the BOX-IT Athletic Grounds on December 1, with the match broadcast live on TG4. The anticipation builds as both sides prepare for what promises to be a thrilling encounter.