Tierney pride as Garryowen resist Cork Con storm

Cork Constitution 14 Garryowen 20

Conscious that old rivals Cork Constitution had pulled victory from almost certain defeat in four previous big games this season, Tierney was well aware of the late threat, which is why he praised his team’s defensive ability and character to ride out a late storm.

“First match after Christmas and it’s obviously not going to be as fluid as you would want it to be, but it was about coming down here and being committed at the breakdown and very aware in defence,” Tierney said.