Kilcoo Secure Historic Seventh Consecutive Down Football Title

Kilcoo made history by winning their seventh consecutive Down Senior Football Championship title, defeating Carryduff 1-17 to 1-11 at Páirc Esler. The match saw Kilcoo take an early lead, highlighted by a crucial first-half penalty by Paul Devlin, which helped them maintain a 1-6 to 0-5 halftime advantage. Despite Carryduff's efforts to rally back with a late goal and points, Kilcoo pulled away in the second half, particularly in the third quarter, to secure the victory. This win marks Kilcoo's 13th county title in 14 years and extends their dominance in Down football. The team will now advance to the Ulster Club Championship quarter-final against the winner of the Tyrone final. The final was delayed due to heavy rain but was played later under improved conditions, with Kilcoo showing resilience and skill to overcome a tough Carryduff side.