Enniscorthy’s second XI men moved into contention for promotion from Division 6 with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Avoca at Newpart School. The Wexford men took a first half lead through a Billy James effort from the top of the semi-circle, Mick Jordan finding his captain with a typical pinpoint pass.

Avoca pulled level twenty minutes into the second half but three minutes later, Cian Hogan hit the winner from a reverse stick strike after receiving the ball at the penalty spot.

It wasn’t quite finished, though, as Glenn Rothwell was forced into an excellent save at the death in order to ensure all three points headed down the N11.

Jason Rothwell was part of Enniscorthy’s match-winning side on Saturday

Railway Union’s 4^th XI lead Enniscorthy by five points with a game in hand; three points seperate second to fifth placed sides with Pembroke Wanderers and Monkstown a further point back on eleven. Fourth- placed Three Rock Rovers are due to visit the Astro Active Centre on Saturday which is shaping up to be a fascinating encounter.

Enniscorthy squad: Glenn Rothwell, Clive Rothwell, Mick Jordan, David Mulligan, Robin James, Billy James, Jack Doran, Jason Rothwell, Cian Hogan, Graeme Chapman, Cori Cooke, Eamonn Sweeney, Mark Ennett, William Durnan, Ivan Rothwell.