Lewers cleared for early GB switch
Former Irish international Iain Lewers will be able to begin his new career with Great Britain six weeks ahead of schedule, it has emerged.
Institute and UCC renew acquaintances
The first leg of a potentially decisive rivalry in the Munster women’s season gets underway on Saturday when UCC and Catholic Institute clash at the Mardyke (3pm).
Bandon begin IJC journey
Bandon B finally get to make their way to Banbridge this weekend for their rearranged opening Irish Junior Cup tie (Havelock Park, 2.30pm), wondering where their form lies after last weekend’s defeat to Cork Harlequins B.
Loreto late show punishes students
Irish Senior Cup holders Loreto (above) blasted four late goals past UCC to all but extinguish the students’ IHL hopes, but Catholic Institute’s are still alive after they disposed of Belfast Harlequins, while Cork Harlequins picked up their first points in this season’s competition.
Glens raid Garryduff again
Cork C of I and Cork Harlequins all but kissed goodbye to any lingering hopes they might mount a challenge for a men’s Irish Hockey League semi-final spot, after suffering heavy defeats at home to Dublin opposition today.
Wins vital for Munster sides’ hopes
Five Munster sides head into Irish Hockey League action this weekend needing wins to keep their hopes of semi-final qualification alive.