Conor Meany: Locals spice up Brunell, Tillman a hit for Demons

FIRST TITLE: Gurranabraher Credit Union Brunell players celebrate with the trophy after their side's victory in the Basketball Ireland Paudie O'Connor Cup Final. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

BRUNELL CLAIM FIRST CUP TITLE IN STYLE.

Brunell’s first Women's National Cup title was delivered in style on Sunday as they put in a brilliant offensive performance to overcome Fr Matthews. Lauren Homan was the early x-factor with her three-point shooting as Brunell mixed a dynamic inside attack with great perimeter shooting. Fr Mathews played solid defence for large parts of the game but great offence always beats good defence. It was a fitting way for Brunell to win their first trophy with Homan, Edel Thornton and Danielle O’Leary all playing brilliantly and shooting the ball so well. Liam Culloty’s recruitment has complemented his Irish core so well, Jayla Johnson scored brilliantly with 28 points, while Kyaja Johnson had an incredible 18 rebounds that put huge pressure on Fr Mathews. Brunell were full value for the win and after they enjoy this first trophy, they’ll be chasing a second in the coming months.