Cross and Passion looking to turn the tables


By Michael McMullan CROSS and Passion captain Liam Glackin is excited about this week’s Mageean Cup finalbut there is a focus in how he talks. After booking another Mageean Cup final spot, there is a buzz around the school but it’s too long since their last title. 2019. That’s way too long. Cross and Passion lost […]


St Killian’s back on the title trail


By Michael McMullan AFTER winning the Mageean Cup for the first time in 60 years last season, St Killian’s, Garron Tower have returned to the final with eyes on back-to-back titles. They take on Antrim rivals Cross and Passion College, Ballycastle on Tuesday night in a repeat of last year’s showdown. For joint-captain Callagh Mooney, […]


Cross and Passion preparing for familiar foes


By Shaun Casey CROSS and Passion, Ballycastle are looking forward to their first appearance in a Mageean Cup final in four years as they take on St Killian’s, Garron Tower on Friday night. Joe Cassidy’s side last won the competition in 2020, beating St Mary’s CBGS in the final and are looking forward to being […]


Breaking new ground – Cross and Passion’s Mageean Cup story


Cross and Passion College Ballycastle are eying a tenth Mageean Cup on Friday. It was former Antrim star Dessie Donnelly who captained their first winning team in 1977. He spoke to Michael McMullan Kicker THE Mageean Cup final experience has changed completely since Dessie Donnelly made history by lifting the silver in 1977 as Cross […]