Clare will face Cork in the last four of the Waterford Crystal Cup, after securing victory in their first match of the year.
Davy Fitzgerald’s men had six points to spare over UL in Sixmilebridge yesterday, but were pushed all the way by the students who had led by two points at the break.
Nicky O’Connell goaled for Clare early on in the second half, but nonetheless just point separated the sides with a little under ten minutes to go. However, strikes from Seadna Morey and Alan O’Neill saw Clare win 3-13 to 1-13.
While pleased that his side secured the win, Davy Fitzgerald says his team still have much to work on
In the other quarter final – Tipperary overcame Limerick 22 points to 1- 9 in Nenagh.