LIMERICK, Ireland (Interstat) — Ballincollig defeated Limerick Celtics 70-68 on Saturday, using a decisive fourth quarter to secure a road victory. The visitors trailed 14-13 after the opening period, then rallied for 21 points in the second while holding Limerick Celtics to 18, taking a 34-32 halftime lead. Limerick Celtics reclaimed momentum in the third, scoring 19 points and limiting Ballincollig to 12, carrying a 51-46 advantage into the final quarter. Ballincollig responded with 24 points over the last period, while Limerick Celtics managed 17, allowing the visitors to complete the comeback. Ballincollig improved to 1-0. Limerick Celtics fell to 0-1. Ballincollig’s balanced late scoring and defensive stops proved enough to withstand the home side’s final push. Limerick Celtics had controlled much of the middle stretch, but could not preserve its lead down the stretch. Ballincollig will look to build on the win in its next outing, while Limerick Celtics aim to bounce back.