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Three UCC Teams in SSI Finals Today
University College Cork (UCC) is set to feature prominently in today's Student Sport Ireland (SSI) rugby finals. Both the men's and women's teams have demonstrated exceptional skill and determination throughout the season, leading them to these pivotal matches.
Brendan Johnston Cup Final
The UCC men's rugby team will face off against defending champions Dublin City University (DCU) in the Brendan Johnston Cup final. The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:30 PM at Morton Stadium. This marks UCC's inaugural appearance in the Brendan Johnston Cup final, having secured their spot after a hard-fought victory over Technological University Dublin in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, DCU returns to the final following a commanding win over SETU Carlow in their semi-final encounter.
Men’s Tier 2 Cup Final
Current champions University College Cork 2 will take on Munster rivals Technological University of the Shannon Midwest in the Men’s Tier 2 Cup final at 3pm, after UCC got the better of University of Galway and TUS Midwest overcame Ulster University Coleraine/Magee in their respective semi-final.
Women's Tier 2 Cup Final
Earlier in the day, the UCC women's rugby team will compete against SETU Carlow in the Women's Tier 2 Cup final. This match is set for a 12:00 PM kickoff at St. Clare’s, Dublin City University. The UCC women's team has shown remarkable progress this season, and their journey to the final reflects their dedication and teamwork.
Live Streaming Information
The Brendan Johnston Cup Final will be stream-able on the Irish Rugby Plus channel. To access the live streams, please visit plus.irishrugby.ie. Upon opening the link, you will be prompted to register for the Irish Rugby Plus channel. Once registration is complete, you can watch free of charge.
Support and Updates
UCC supporters are encouraged to follow the matches and show their support for the teams. For real-time updates and additional information, consider following UCC Rugby's official social media channels and the SSI's platforms.
Best of luck to the three UCC teams as they compete for their respective titles today. Your dedication and hard work have brought you to this moment, and the entire UCC community stands behind you.