Down picked up their first win of the campaign with a one point win away to Sligo. Natasha Ferris’ pointed free two minutes from time earned the Mourne County all three points. Offaly came from six points down at the break to beat Louth by one point in Darver. Róisín Cockram’s penalty proved to be the difference.

The big game of the weekend in Division 3 is the top of the table clash between Clare and Roscommon in Cusack Park, Ennis. Both sides have a 100% record with the Banner just ahead on score difference. This has all the makings of being an entertaining clash. Offaly currently lie 3rd in the table and they travel to take on Louth in Darver. The Faithful County are unbeaten so far and will hope to continue that.

Clare once again impressed as they made it two wins from two in Division 3. Fidelma Marrinan with 2-03 for Wayne Freeman’s side. A goal from Ciara Banville earned Wexford their first win of the campaign as they came from behind to beat Down in Newry.

Down and Wexford both lost their opening fixtures and clash in Newry on Sunday. A win is important for either side if they want to push for promotion. This has the makings of being a real battle.

Roscommon and Louth recorded wins in their opening fixtures and clash in Kiltoom. The Rossies relegated Louth to the Junior Championship, the Wee County are out to avenge that result.

Clare laid an early marker with a nine point win away to Wexford. Fidelma Marrinan with the only goal of the game. Louth came from behind to claim a win over a battling Antrim side in their opening game of Division 3. A goal from Ciara Woods at the end sealed the win. 

Some interesting first round games in Division 3 this weekend. The stand-out game is the meeting of Wexford and Clare. These are two sides that will be in the hunt for silverware this year. Clare were beaten Division 3 and All-Ireland Intermediate Championship finalists. Promoted Antrim play Louth. These two sides have the ability to make a promotion push.