Spillane sidesteps to conquer for UCC

UCC claimed the significant scalp of competition favourites DCU at the quarter-final stage of the Sigerson Cup in Belfield yesterday as they prevailed by a slender one-point margin after a terrific game of football.

Spillane sidesteps to conquer for UCC

In the process, UCC gained revenge for the defeat they suffered in last season’s decider against DCU in Leixlip and boosted their own prospects as they prepare for today’s semi-final showdown with hosts UCD.

A DCU team peppered with intercounty stars had aspirations to challenge strongly for silverware this weekend yet they were missing Brian Cullen, David Kelly and Donal Shine. The greater balance of the UCC outfit proved influential as they produced a vastly improved display from their opening tie against GMIT.

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