HOSTS JORDANSTOWN, REIGNING champions DCU, a UCD team hoping to end a 20-year drought and the surprise force of UL will all convene in Belfast tomorrow as the Sigerson Cup finals weekend commences.
Ahead of the semi-final clashes, we’ve picked out eight players who are likely to have a key influence on the outcome.
8 key players to watch in tomorrow's Sigerson Cup semi-finals
The 2015 Young Footballer of the Year is a valuable presence in the DCU setup. A Sigerson Cup winner last season, O'Connor is a formidable half-forward.Source: James Crombie/INPHO
Jack McCaffrey (UCD and Dublin)
The reigning Footballer of the Year, McCaffrey's rampaging play from half-back will be an ingredient that UCD seek to use to help end a two-decade Sigerson drought.Source: Cathal Noonan/INPHO
Patrick McBrearty (UUJ and Donegal)
With 1-11 to his credit in two games so far, McBrearty has stood out as the go-to guy in the UUJ attack. He'll be a pivotal player tomorrow.Source: Presseye/Donna McBride/INPHO
Ruairi Deane (UL and Cork)
Deane (pictured left) has been cursed by injuries but is fit to make his mark in 2016. His input at midfield will be crucial to UL's aspirations.Source: Ken Sutton/INPHO
Shane Carey (DCU and Monaghan)
Scotstown player has followed up his role in his club's run to the Ulster final with a brilliant Sigerson campaign. He has 3-13 to his name in two games so far.Source: Ryan Byrne/INPHO
John Heslin (UCD and Westmeath)
The St Loman's man is one of the more experienced figures in the UCD setup and will have a key influence, particularly with his place kicking.Source: James Crombie/INPHO
Denis Daly (UL and Kerry)
Daly (pictured right) is a welcome return to the UL ranks at centre-back. Has enjoyed a golden run of club success since late 2015 with St Mary's and South Kerry.Source: Donall Farmer/INPHO
Michael Argue (UUJ and Cavan)
The Bailieborough man will hope to help UUJ build a strong platform at midfield. Has the presence to do so and works well with Niall McKeever.Source: Ryan Byrne/INPHO
8 key players to watch in tomorrow's Sigerson Cup semi-finals
HOSTS JORDANSTOWN, REIGNING champions DCU, a UCD team hoping to end a 20-year drought and the surprise force of UL will all convene in Belfast tomorrow as the Sigerson Cup finals weekend commences.
Ahead of the semi-final clashes, we’ve picked out eight players who are likely to have a key influence on the outcome.
Diarmuid O’Connor (DCU and Mayo)
Jack McCaffrey (UCD and Dublin)
Patrick McBrearty (UUJ and Donegal)
Ruairi Deane (UL and Cork)
Shane Carey (DCU and Monaghan)
John Heslin (UCD and Westmeath)
Denis Daly (UL and Kerry)
Michael Argue (UUJ and Cavan)
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