Morgan: Start to second half crucial

Billy Morgan pointed to UCC’s rousing second-half opening as the crucial period in delivering the university’s 21st Sigerson Cup success.

UCC enjoyed the backing of the elements in the first period, but headed for the dressing room at half-time only 0-6 to 0-2 in front. Morgan admitted there were deep concerns the four-point advantage would prove insufficient in holding out. Central then to the win, he added, was their blistering start at the change of ends, three white flags raised in quick succession in throwing down the gauntlet to UUJ.

“We thought at half-time our lead of four points might not be enough. We set up for the second half with just four forwards and our two wing-forwards working back in defence. We got three great points straight after half-time. That settled us and gave us a nice cushion. That seven-point cushion was decisive in the end,” he said.