KKASC U18 arrived at the tournament determined to make an impact and quickly settled into the occasion against Cathal Brugha. The opening exchanges were competitive, but KKASC gradually found their rhythm through quick ball movement and disciplined defending. Once confidence began to grow, so did the quality of the attacking play. A series of well-constructed attacks allowed the side to establish control and create separation on the scoreboard. Cathal Brugha continued to compete and produced several positive moments, yet KKASC maintained focus throughout. The result provided an encouraging start and set the tone for the remainder of the weekend.