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UCC Hockey Teams Continue Strong Performances Across Competitions
UCC Hockey Teams Continue Strong Performances Across Competitions
Division 2 W
The Division 2 team faced Cork Harlequins in the Munster Senior Cup Semi-Final last weekend. Despite their dominant form in the Division 2 league this season, they were narrowly defeated 2-0 by the top-tier side. UCC put up a strong defensive performance, with standout goalkeeping from Faye Luby. Cork Harlequins had to work hard for their goals, and UCC had a chance to score from a corner in the third quarter but couldn’t convert. The team now looks ahead to the Cork Examiner Cup this Saturday, where they will face Belvedere. With a recent 2-0 victory over Cork Harlequins in the Division 2 Cup, the side is hopeful of ending the season with more silverware.
Division 3 W
The Division 3 team had a weekend off as their Munster League match against Cork Wanderers was postponed due to poor pitch conditions. This Saturday, they return to action with a home game against C f I at the Mardyke, with a 12pm start. Sitting in 2nd place behind Clonmel with five games remaining, the team must win all their remaining fixtures to have a chance of claiming the league title.
Division 4 W
The Division 4 team enjoyed a successful weekend, securing a 3-0 victory over Cork Harlequins in the Munster Cup. Despite challenging windy conditions, UCC put in a strong performance to advance to the last 8, with their next cup fixtures scheduled for late March. In the Munster League, the team fought hard for a 2-2 draw against Crescent the previous weekend. Currently 2nd in the league on goal difference, UCC must win their remaining games, including a crucial match against Tipperary this Sunday, to secure the league title.
Women’s 1sts:
The Women’s 1sts were knocked out of the Irish Senior Cup over a week ago after a loss to UCD. Their next match is on March 8th, when they host Railway Union at the Mardyke in the EYHL1. With 6 games remaining, there is still time to gain much needed points to maintain EYHL1 status.
Men’s Team:
The men’s team was unable to field a side for their McClean Cup match against Catholic Institute last weekend. They will return to action this Saturday at 3pm, hosting Limerick in the Munster Div 2 League at the Mardyke.
Fixtures:
Saturday
12pm UCC v C of I Div 3 W
1.15pm Belvedere v UCC Div 2 W, Cork Examiner Cup
3pm UCC v Limerick Div 2 M
Sunday
2.30pm UCC v Tipperary Div 4 W