TRISTAN O’Callaghan and Brian McNamara played starring roles as the University of Limerick were crowned Sigerson Cup champions for the very first time.
UL won their first-ever Sigerson Cup title with a 0-17 1-11 win over UCC in Croke Park on Wednesday evening.
O’Callaghan produced a man of the match display, producing five vital saves between the goals while UL’s ability to retain his kickouts served as a key platform in their victory. It was one of the finest performances from the St Breckans custodian who hails from Ballinalacken.
When the need was greatest, Brian McNamara of the Cooraclare club stood tall in the centre of the park. The Cree native is captain of the side and will go down in UL history as the first man to lead them to Sigerson Cup glory. The midfielder was one of the most controlling players in the first twenty minutes of the tie. He also had the distinction of captaining UL to win their first Division 1 senior football league and this win caps off a historic double.
Managed by David Power, the side is coached by former Cratloe footballer Killian Phair.
