Ireland drew their second Champions Challenge II match against France in a pulsating game which flowed end to end.
Ireland dominated the opening minutes and were rewarded in the 15th minute when Gareth Watkins scored with a hard and driven reverse shot from the left-hand side.
France did not make their first serious foray into the Irish circle until the 22nd minute, but grew in confidence towards the end of the first half.
A defensive error in the 33rd minute left France with a two-on-one with Conor Harte and Catonnet neatly tucked the ball home. France got their second goal for a 2-1 lead from a disputed penalty corner on the half time hooter, with Catonnet deflecting in.
Ireland battled hard in the second half, but failed to make the most of their penalty corner opportunities. Peter Caruth hit the post in the 57th minute, but Ireland were persistent to the end.
Ireland finally scored from a second penalty corner after the final hooter. Magee was on target with a rebound shot that Caruth slotted home to level the sides at full time.
Ireland will enjoy a rest day tomorrow before they face Russia on Tuesday.
