For Midleton CBS, the disappointment was two-fold this time last year.

Denis McBarron’s goal in the 56^th minute was the crucial score as Christian Brothers College produced a surging finish to reach the Dr Harty Cup semi-finals at Mallow today, writes Denis Hurley.

It was as close as forecasted, but Christian Brothers College, Cork eventually squeezed through to the Seat Munster Schools Junior Cup final with a dramatic late victory over arch- rivals Presentation College at Musgrave Park yesterday.