WELL-TIMED, after the Cork hurlers' fantastic victory in Thurles last weekend, the first of a series of Sciath na Scol finals drew a big crowd to CIT on Monday.

There were scenes of joy and disappointment, as the pupils from six Leeside schools battled it out for the prestigious trophies.

Celebration for Beaumont BNS. Picture: Denis Minihane.
City side Beaumont NS got the better of Carrigtwohill 3-7 to 1-2 thanks to the sharp-shooting of Ryan Sweeney.

Gaelscoil na Dúglaise captain Caoimhe Nic Aindriú being applauded off the pitch. Picture: Denis Minihane.Goals from Caoimhe Nic Aindriú and Niamh Ní Chóinn gave Douglas Gaelscoil a victory over Midleton Gaelscoil. 

St Catherine's NS, Ballynoe, celebrate their victory. Picture: Denis Minihane.In the third decider, Ballynoe defeated Gaelscoil Chionn tSaile 0-8 to 0-6 in a tight tussle. 

See Tuesday's Evening Echo for full reports and more pictures.