Father of injured player praises Quins’ fans

The father of a Cookstown player who suffered a serious head injury while playing in Cork on Saturday has praised the efforts of Cork Harlequins supporters in coming to his son’s assistance.

Greg Allen was taken to Cork University Hospital after being hit in the side of the head with the ball during the Irish Senior Cup clash at Farmer’s Cross. The Tyrone man was prone on the turf for around 10 minutes but was conscious throughout.

“On behalf of myself and Greg I would like to convey our sincere and heartfelt thanks to many Cork Harlequins (supporters), in particular Wes Bateman and Sarah Jones who looked after him pitchside until the paramedics arrived,” said Les Allen.