Pembroke cup exit overshadowed by death of Chambers

COOKSTOWN pulled off the shock of the first round of the men’s Irish Senior Cup on Saturday, dumping 2009 champions Pembroke Wanderers out with a 2-0 win at Coolnafranky.

While the day’s events would eventually be put into context by the tragic death of Cork Church of Ireland player/coach Andy Chambers, goals from Mark Crooks and Stuart Smyth ensured the Tyrone side would make the headlines on the field.

C of I’s clash with Kilkeel was postponed after the sudden death of Chambers on the pitch prior to the match.