Demons edge Thunder in thriller

Basketball: C&S UCC Demons’ unbeaten record in the Men’s Premier League remains intact following their 88-74 win over second-placed Travelodge Swords Thunder at the weekend.

In a highly-charged game, Demons inspired by player coach Colin O’Reilly surged into a 12-point lead in the opening quarter. Credit to Swords, they battled back and the Cork side were fortunate to command a 44-38 interval lead.

The tempo increased in the third quarter but Demons ace point guard Kyle Hosford was punished with his fourth foul that saw him sit out the majority of this period.