St Patrick’s Day Finals Round Up
March 18, 2026
St Patrick’s Day Finals!
What a fantastic day of hockey! Grange Road was the place to be on St Patrick’s Day as we witnessed seven finals across two pitches. The standard of hockey was excellent throughout, and it made for a brilliant day of action.
We’d like to send a huge thank you to everyone who came out to support the teams and helped make the day so memorable. A special thanks also goes to all the teams, coaches, volunteers, and everyone working hard behind the scenes!
Mills Cup Final
In a thrilling contest, YMCA came from behind to win the Mills Cup 3–1. Three Rock Rovers took an early lead in a brilliant first quarter, but YMCA responded instantly, scoring two goals in quick succession to flip the scoreline. They added a third in the second half and, with a solid defensive performance, held on to be crowned Mills Cup Champions.
Well done to all involved!
Jacqui Potter Cup
UCD and Pembroke Wanderers played out a tight Jacqui Potter Cup Final. With a constant midfield battle and both teams enjoying periods of control, UCD found the decisive moment in the second half to claim the trophy. Congratulations to everyone involved!
U16 Benny Atkinson Cup
Railway Union and Kilkenny played out a thrilling final, with Railway Union emerging 3–2 winners. Railway dominated the first half to lead 2–0, adding a third at the start of the second half. Kilkenny fought back valiantly, closing the gap to 3–2 with five minutes remaining. Despite a late push, Railway held on to lift the cup.
Junior Jacqui Potter Cup
Loreto and Muckross opened the front pitch in the Junior Jacqui Potter Cup. In an extremely tight game, both teams had periods of control and created chances throughout. Loreto took their opportunity with a well-worked goal to claim the victory.
Junior Jacqui Potter Plate
A thrilling Junior Jacqui Potter Plate final took place on the back pitch between Bray and Carlow. Carlow started strongly, scoring two goals in the first quarter and leading 3–1 at halftime. Bray pushed back in the second half, but Carlow held on to win 4–3 in a fantastic contest between two strong sides.
Neville Davin Cup Final
YMCA and Three Rock Rovers battled it out in the Neville Davin Cup. YMCA led for most of the match until Three Rock Rovers equalised in the fourth quarter. With neither team able to break the deadlock, the game went to a shootout, where Three Rock Rovers held their nerve to win 3–0 and claim the cup.
Jacqui Potter Shield
Monkstown and Glenanne played a very tight Jacqui Potter Shield Final. Monkstown edged out Glenanne 1–0 to take home the trophy in an extremely close game.
A huge well done to all teams involved in making St Patrick’s Day Finals such a memorable occasion!
Looking ahead, our Schoolboy Finals take place today, with the Minor Cup beginning at 1:30pm and the Senior Cup Final at 3:15pm. Both games will be live on Leinster Hockey +.
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