Quins wreck Shannon double dreams

Belfast Harlequins 32 Shannon 28

Shannon's dreams of a possible AIB League and Cup double were dashed at Deramore Park as Belfast Harlequins edged them in a seven-try thriller.

'Quins won through to the April 14 cup final as centre Darren Cave, hooker Stuart Philpott, scrum half Paul Marshall and winger Paul McKenzie crossed for tries.

Ireland Under-20 international Niall O'Connor kicked 12 points as Andy Ward's side did just enough to book a decider with Garryowen.

A 35th-minute try from captain Colm McMahon drew Shannon level at 17-17 for the interval. But scores from Marshall (52 minutes) and McKenzie (62) were decisive.