Staunton inspires Garryowen win

DOLPHIN’S dream of All-Ireland Cup glory was shattered at Musgrave Park on Saturday when Garryowen produced their best form of the season to secure a final berth against old rivals Cork Constitution.

It was a bitterly disappointing outcome for the Cork side who failed to reach their potential but coach Steve Ford has no intention of letting his charges dwell on the defeat over the festive period.

“It was disappointing in that we didn’t play to form although Garryowen deserve credit for that; it was a typical cup tie that was well contested at every turn. Garryowen probably fed off a few of our mistakes but they took their chances and that’s what cup rugby is all about.