Titans came from 11 points down in the fourth quarter to secure a dramatic 73-69 win over Neptune to claim the U20 Men’s National Cup at the National Basketball Arena on Saturday. Titans were level at 24-24, following a floater by Stephan Owede a little over three minutes into the second quarter. Neptune had a narrow lead at half-time, 35-34, Sean Noonan’s layup was the final points of the quarter. The third quarter was tight, Luke Mitchell’s basket for Titans saw the Galway side trail 42-41 at the midpoint. Neptune kept their noses in front, a pair of O’Rourke baskets in the final seconds had Neptune 51-47 ahead.

Source: Irish Examiner January 17, 2026 16:09 UTC