Swatragh secured a decisive 5-30 to 0-7 victory over Killeavy in the AIB Ulster Club Junior quarter‑final, booking a semi‑final place against Antrim champions Patrick Sarsfields.
The match, played at Find Insurance Owenbeg on Saturday evening, saw Swatragh dominate from the start, leading 2‑15 to 0‑4 at halftime after a 2‑7 opening burst that effectively settled the contest. They never looked back after that.
Key performers included James Friel, who contributed 0‑9, and Cahal Murray with 0‑8, while Fintan McGurk and Eoghan O’Kane added goals, helping Swatragh finish with a 38‑point margin. The comprehensive win highlighted Swatragh’s superior class.
Patrick Sarsfields, the Antrim champions, now await Swatragh in the semi‑final, representing a tougher challenge than the Orchard County side they just defeated. The upcoming clash is expected to be a significant test for both teams.
Source: www.derrynow.com
