Club President Justin Hannon lauded Larry’s power and consistency in a forward pack that dominated in most of Carlow matches this season.

It was a case of a youthful Kildare side up against a Carlow side well sprinkled with veterans.

Carlow’s exciting Under 18 Leinster Rugby League winners made it double joy for the Oakpark club last Saturday in Mullingar.

O'Loughlin Gaels started their season with victory over St Martins in Castlecomer yesterday.

Thirteen players have re-signed with the province.

They take on the Connacht ladies in Saturday's All-Ireland Minor Roinn C Final.

The Ballyhale man suffered an ankle injury last year and is still recuperating.

They suffered defeat in the National League Division 2 Final against Antrim on Saturday.

The sides drew in their last game a few weeks back.

Carlow play Wexford in their Final League game on Sunday.