Derry’s hurling championship weekend at a glance

There is a full round of football action this weekend in Derry.

Here are the details at the time of going to print.

Check the Derry website for any changes before travelling.

DERRY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 2

GROUP B

Eoghan Rua v Banagher

Saturday, Owenbeg, 3pm

AFTER losing to Swatragh, Banagher must find winning ways if they are to make the semi-finals. Shane Farren, Callum O’Kane and Darragh Cartin should shoot them to victory over a decimated Eoghan Rua squad struggling for numbers.

Verdict: Banagher

Ballinascreen v Swatragh

Saturday, Owenbeg, 5pm

BOTH teams won their opening games. With Banagher also in the group, three into two won’t go in terms of semi-final spots. Swatragh have been progressing in recent years and are fancied to come through.

Verdict: Swatragh

GROUP A

Sleacht Néill v Kevin Lynch’s

Sunday, Owenbeg, 1pm

THE game of the weekend between the champions and the challengers. Sleacht Néill have Éanna Ó Caiside and Chrissy McKaigue back hurling again. Kevin Lynch’s are under new management but will need a big performance to create an upset.

Verdict: Sleacht Néill

Lavey v Na Magha

Sunday, Owenbeg, 2.30pm

LAVEY have been progressing at underage level but defeat to Kevin Lynch’s leaves them looking at missing the semi-finals. They’ll be fancied to win against Na Magha to keep their eyes on an outside chance.

Verdict: Lavey