Irish women draw World Cup warm-up

Ireland today drew 2-2 with Western Australia Diamonds in their opening warm-up game ahead of the 10th Women's Hockey World Cup…

Ireland today drew 2-2 with Western Australia Diamonds in their opening warm-up game ahead of the 10th Women's Hockey World Cup later this month.

Linda Caulfield and Jill Orbinson both scored first-half rebounds from penalty corner strikes.

The Diamonds pulled level with goals five minutes either side of half-time.

Meanwhile, Cork umpire Mary Power has received a late call-up to officiate at the World Cup in Perth.