Kilkenny school clinches coveted All-Ireland title for second consecutive year

In a thrilling display of skill and teamwork, Kilkenny City Vocational School's senior girls' volleyball team clinched the coveted All-Ireland title for the second consecutive year last week.

Their journey to the top was marked by victories over formidable opponents from across Ireland. 

The road to the final was paved with hard-fought triumphs against teams such as St Leo’s, Carlow; Ardscoil na Mara, Tramore; Patrician Presentation, Fethard; Piper’s Hill College, Naas; Adree Community School, Ardee; Convent of Mercy, Roscommon; and St Mary’s Holy Faith, Glasnevin.

The team's prowess and determination shone as they secured their place in the championship final at the National Indoor Arena in Blanchardstown. 

Facing off against Colaiste An Eachreidh, Athenry in the final showdown, Kilkenny City Vocational School's girls dominated with a 2-0 victory, igniting the cheers of an electrified crowd of supporters.

The entire school community rallied behind the team along with students, family and friends tuning in from our school and from far away in Italy and Spain through the livestream on YouTube. 

The triumph not only cements the team's legacy but also elevates Kilkenny City Vocational School as the sole top-tier A division school in Kilkenny for the 2024 championship.

The remarkable achievement underscores the girls' hard work, determination, and seamless teamwork, making the school burst with pride for their remarkable athletes. 

Principal of Kilkenny City Vocational School Cathy McSorley congratulated teacher and volleyball coach Debbie O’Connor and the senior girls’ volleyball team on this unprecedented achievement in only the school’s second year competing in this competition. 

She added that she and the whole school community are immensely proud of the hard work that has gone in to achieving this enormous success.