Limerick Celtics knock Tralee Warriors out of National Cup

On Saturday, holders Ballincollig overcame a 15-point deficit to defeat UCD Marian while Neptune bowed out to Belfast Star

Neptune's Sean McCarthy drives past Belfast Star's Conor Quinn during their Men's National Cup clash at Neptune Stadium. Picture: David Keane.

Domino’s Men’s Super League leaders Limerick Celtics took out last year’s National Cup finalists Garvey’s Tralee Warriors, 87-75.

Warriors took off to reach a 25-21 lead at the end of the first quarter. However, Tony Hehir’s in-form Celtics dominated the second period, outscoring Warriors 23-9.