Killorglin flex muscle and edge Ballincollig to Premier prize

Killorglin were on fire in the opening half from three-point land with Aleix Tarradellas draining three, and Pharroh Gordon another to race into a 16-4 lead.

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The climax to the 51st Castleisland Basketball Blitz which saw 175 games played over five days saw Killorglin edge favourites Ballincollig 44-41 in the Premier Men's decider. In truth, Killorglin CYMS were more worthy winners than the scoreline might indicate.

They were on fire in the opening half from three-point land with Aleix Tarradellas draining three, and Pharroh Gordon another to race into a 16-4 lead. Colm Blount came in for Ballincollig to score two baskets while Ciaran O’Sullivan and Sean O’Flynn with one apiece closed the gap to 24-15 at half time.