Ballincollig’s winning streak ended on 13 as St Vincent’s stunned the league leaders for the second time this season, 86-85. In all three losses this year, Ballincollig have led in the fourth quarter and let the game slip through their hands. Vincent’s deserve credit for another big win, as they seemed surprised themselves that they managed to win the game from the position they were in. Tralee get important 85-83 winSimilar to Ballincollig, a trip to UCD wasn’t ideal after beating them last week in Cork. Limerick Celtics get key winLimerick Celtics don’t deserve to be in a relegation battle and their big win over Sligo will help ensure that doesn’t happen.

Source: Irish Examiner January 11, 2026 16:23 UTC