Thrilling finale in store as battle for women’s semi-final berths conclude

FIVE teams are in contention for two semi-final berths as the pool stages of the women’s Irish Hockey League come to an intriguing conclusion on Sunday.

Railway Union have already sewn up top spot in Pool A and a last four place is assured; they host Pembroke Wanderers, who are fighting for the second qualification slot with Cork Harlequins.

Quins have an easier task on paper at home to Ards, but as they are a point behind, they must better Pembroke’s result. However, Cork C of I’s clash with Ballymoney is a dead rubber; all games hit off simultaneously at 1pm.