GARDAÍ in Donegal are investigating an alleged incident that resulted in a young hurler being hospitalised.
Gardaí have launched the probe into the alleged incident which took place after a Donegal minor hurling league game between Aodh Ruadh and Setanta.
An Aodh Ruadh player suffered facial injuries and was taken to Sligo General Hospital.
It is understood the player was attacked in the car park of the GAA ground.
The player is said to be recovering from his injuries today.
Setanta won the game 3-15 to 2-11.
When contacted, Aodh Ruadh chairman William Doogan said the Ballyshannon-based club would be making no comment.
A spokesperson in Ballyshannon Garda Station said: “I can confirm that we are investigating an alleged incident following a hurling match in Ballyshannon.”
No arrests have been made but it is understood two people have been spoken to by Gardai.