CORK, Ireland (Interstat) — UCC Demons defeated visiting Eanna Dublin 100-83 on Sunday to open the season with a home win. UCC Demons controlled the contest and steadily pulled away, protecting its home court while improving to 1-0. Eanna Dublin dropped to 0-1 after the road defeat. The visitors remained competitive in stretches, but UCC Demons answered with timely baskets and defensive stops to keep the advantage. UCC Demons maintained its lead through the second half and closed out the game with a strong overall effort. Eanna Dublin will look to rebound in its next game against Tralee. UCC Demons will next travel to face Sligo as it seeks to build on the opening victory. Both teams will continue their schedules following the Sunday result, with UCC Demons aiming to carry momentum and Eanna Dublin working for its first win of the campaign. UCC Demons finished with a comfortable margin after taking charge and never letting the visitors fully close the gap.