Geaney and Casey have UCC on the brink of glory

THEIR progress this season has taken many by surprise, including some in their own camp, but UCC have gained confidence throughout the SFC and that was reflected in their controlled display to overcome Avondhu in Saturday night’s semi-final tie in Páirc Uí Rinn.

The myriad of commitments their players face seemed destined to hinder their prospects but good fortune and a knack of winning tight games propelled them to the last four stage. With a full squad available to them, they exploited the opportunity and overcame an Avondhu team who were brimming with confidence after toppling Nemo Rangers in the previous round.

“College football is very funny, it’s a case of just trying to get things right during the year,” remarked UCC manager Paul O’Keeffe afterwards.