Wallace reach Schools Cup final after tense win
In a tight match, Wallace took the lead in the first half when out-half Neil Kilpatrick sent full-back Philip Hylands clear for the first try of the match. Andrew Cardosi added the extras for a 7-0 lead.
However, despite being the better side in the first half, Wallace trailed 10-7 at the break as Methody hit back.
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Hide AdWallace secured a tense victory in the second half as Ben Finlay crossed the line for the decisive try.
A miss conversion left Wallace nervous going into the closing stages but they held on for a famous victory. They will now play RBAI at the Kingspan Stadium, Ravenhill on March 17.
For a full preview special of the Danske Bank Ulster Schools Senior Cup final see next week’s Ulster Star.