Red-letter day for Bandon

THE extension of Bandon’s Irish Senior Cup odyssey to the penultimate stage illustrates the deep pride of a competitive group of young men as they bid for an improbable prize by defeating the holders, Instonians, in Bandon today (1.30).

Instonians, with a team rich in achievement and experience, were stylish winners of the Cup last season when they beat another Cork side, Harlequins, in the final. A win for Bandon would represent a major surprise.

Bandon have already shown this season, however, that they are not prepared to be restricted by history or tradition. This formidable challenge is one that is calculated to inspire rather than diminish their ambition.