Semi-finalists in Limerick SHC and Premier IHC confirmed

THE FOUR semi-finalists in this year's Bon Secours Hospital Limerick SHC are now known following victories for Doon and Patrickswell in yesterday's quarter-finals at the TUS Gaelic Grounds.

The ‘big four’ will face off against each other once more with Na Piarsaigh taking on Doon on Saturday, October 14, while Kilmallock will meet Patrickswell in the second semi-final on the following day.

Doon saw off the challenge of Mungret St Paul's in the opening game at the Ennis Road venue yesterday with Limerick starlet Adam English scoring 1-9. His second half goal proved crucial in the seven-point win.

Patrickswell were pushed all the way in their quarter-final by near neighbours Ballybrown. The game was in the melting pot in the final stages, but goals from Cian Lynch, John Kirby and Aaron Gillane saw the ‘Well secure a nine-point win.

Elsewhere, the semi-finalists of the Lyons of Limerick Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship are also known following yesterday's results.

Effin were already assured of top spot in the group but finished their games with a 2-20 to 2-15 win over Cappamore. The result sees Cappamore drop to the Intermediate Hurling Championship for 2024 after a disappointing campaign.

Effin are joined by Dromin-Athlacca, Bruff and Blackrock in the last four. Dromin-Athlacca saw off Na Piarsaigh on a 0-25 to 2-10 scoreline, while Bruff's two-point win over Newcastle West sees them progress to the semi-finals.

Newcastle West miss out after that defeat to Bruff with Blackrock taking the fourth place, despite a 2-15 to 0-17 loss to Glenroe.

The ‘Rockies’ head to the semi-finals by virtue of beating Newcastle West in the group stages of the competition. Effin top the group with Dromin-Athlacca second, Bruff claiming third spot and Blackrock finishing fourth.